We talk with an economist about what a decline in the country’s gross domestic product means for Wisconsin. Then, a doctor explains health associated with underage vaping. And, we hear about a new documentary about public libraries featuring Wisconsin librarians.
Featured in this Episode
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The country's GDP in decline
The value of goods and services produced in the U.S. shrank at an annual rate of 0.3 percent in the first quarter of 2025 — the first decline in three years. We talk with an economist about what it means for Wisconsin.
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Underage tobacco and vape sales
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says the sale of tobacco and vape products to underage users is declining but still remains high. We talk to a doctor about the short and long term trends and the health outcomes associated with underage use.
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Documentary covers history of public libraries
A new documentary about the history of public libraries features several historical and current Wisconsinites. We talk to the director of “Free For All: The Public Library,” as well as a Wisconsin librarian featured in the film.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Steven Deller Guest
- Dr. Mark Wegner Guest
- Elizabeth Timmins Guest
- Dawn Logsdon Guest
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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