A legal expert discusses the laws at play in the recent arrest of a Milwaukee judge by immigration authorities. We also hear what Wisconsin doctors are saying about how the overturning of Roe v Wade has affected their patients. Plus, the first woman to own a women’s bar in Milwaukee gets a helping hand from her community.
Featured in this Episode
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Legal expert discusses arrest of Milwaukee judge
Late last week, a Milwaukee judge was arrested by federal authorities for allegedly interfering in their arrest of a man in her courtroom. A law professor talks with us about the legal and political factors at play in the case.
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New study examines how overturning Roe v. Wade affects Wisconsin OB-GYNs
We speak to two practicing OB-GYNs about a new study documenting how the overturning of the constitutional right to an abortion affects doctors in Wisconsin.
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A tribute to Sharon Dixon, Milwaukee’s legendary LGBTQ bar owner
Last month, the Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project held a tribute party and fundraiser for Sharon Dixon, the founder of many of Milwaukee’s most successful LGBTQ women’s bars. We hear scenes from the celebration, and talk with Dixon herself about her life and legacy.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Howard Schweber Guest
- Dr. Abigail Cutler Guest
- Dr. Kristin Lyerly Guest
- Sharon Dixon Guest
- Jessica Fenner Guest
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
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