A political scientist explains the long-term implications of the government shutdown. Then, we learn more about the history of ancient effigy mounds in Wisconsin. And, we find out why people are reading less and why it matters.
Featured in this Episode
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Political ramifications of the government shutdown
Republicans and Democrats both blame each other for the ongoing government shutdown. A political scientist explains the optics and long-term ramifications of the battle and how it could influence voter opinions.
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Abortion access
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin resumed abortion services in the state after an extended pause. A WPR reporter checks in on where abortion access stands now in Wisconsin.
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History of Wisconsin’s ancient effigy mounds
Wisconsin is home to thousands of effigy mounds, earth monuments that were created by Native peoples of the region more than 1,000 years ago. We talk to a former state archaeologist about his new book, which looks at this history and efforts to preserve the mounds.
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Reading for pleasure is on the decline
A recent study found that Americans’ pleasure reading has dropped by 40 percent over the past two decades. We talk with a Marquette University professor about why reading matters and how attitudes about it have evolved over time.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Lilly Goren Guest
- Robert Birmingham Guest
- Amy Blair Guest
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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