We hear how labor unions and tech schools are being affected by the data center boom in Wisconsin. We also learn how drugged driving is showing up on Wisconsin roads. Plus, a Milwaukee native shares how the Bucks help shape his relationship with his hometown.
Featured in this Episode
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Wisconsin data center protects ‘essential’ for some labor groups
Data center projects in Wisconsin are leading a construction boom for the state. The head of a regional union and the construction management program director at the Milwaukee School of Engineering weigh in on labor demands for data centers.
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Drugged driving a growing issue on Wisconsin roads
We hear from two researchers about how drugs affect people’s ability to drive. We also check in with a Rock County deputy about the challenges of evaluating people for drugged driving in traffic stops.
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New memoir chronicles fandom, homesickness during the Bucks’ 2021 championship run
A new memoir from a writer born in Wisconsin delves into the mixture of excitement, homesickness and longing during the Milwaukee Bucks’ 2021 NBA Championship win. The author joins us.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
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