The Leader of the Wisconsin’s Immigrant Justice Clinic talks about the fate of people deported to an area known as the “Northern Triangle.” Then, a story from Wisconsin Life. Then, two local business owners on the growth of THC drinks. And we take a ride on Wisconsin’s first doggy daycare bus.
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When immigrants self-deport to the Northern Triangle, here’s what they come home to
We talk to the Director of the Immigrant Justice Clinic at the University of Wisconsin Law School, Erin Barbato, about what she’s witnessed at the border and representing people from Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador.
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Rise of THC drinks in Wisconsin
More bars across the state are offering drinks containing THC and CBD. The products are technically legal, according to two Wisconsin producers. Business owners in the Eau Claire and Milwaukee areas explain about how they navigate the evolving landscape of THC products.
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Wisconsin Life
What’s one of the best ways to combat hate? For Jesús Gregorio Smith of Appleton, it’s to push back with love. He shares his story as part of the “Home Is Here” project, which amplifies the growing diversity in northeastern Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin’s dog bus
Oconto’s K9 Konvoy is Wisconsin’s first dog bus, carting canines to and from a private dog park. Videos of the bus have are popular on social media. We talk with the owner of the K9 Konvoy about what it’s like to be the leader — and the driver — of the pack.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Erin Barbato Guest
- Colin Gazinsk Guest
- Will Glass Guest
- Hope Mehlberg Guest
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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