Last week, people around the country were fired for their social media posts about Charlie Kirk’s death. A First Amendment expert weighs in. Then, we hear from Menomonie residents opposing a proposed data center in their community. Plus, a beloved Wisconsin pronunciation website turns 20.
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Free speech in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s killing
At least two Wisconsin residents and others around the country have been fired for their social media comments about the killing of Charlie Kirk, sparking a national debate about free speech and consequences. A First Amendment law expert weighs in on the fallout and the social dynamics at play.
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Data centers and Wisconsin’s environment
Menomonie residents worry about how a proposed data center might affect their environment. A Menomonie alderperson explains local residents’ concerns. Then we talk to the writer of a new report from the Alliance of Great Lakes for more context about the realities of large water users.
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Wisconsin’s wild and wonderful place names
MissPronouncer.com, a website dedicated to helping Wisconsinites pronounce the names of cities and counties correctly, is marking 20 years online. We talk to Miss Pronouncer and a linguist about what inspired the project and how place names can signify meaning and identity.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Franciska Coleman Guest
- Helena Volzer Guest
- Cody Gentz Guest
- Jackie Johnson Guest
- Joe Salmons Guest
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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