We look at the implications of the Trump administration’s decision to no longer consider nursing a professional degree. Then, with deer hunting season underway, we take stock of Wisconsin’s deer herd. And, a chef and restaurant owner explain how to simplify the Thanksgiving meal.
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Trump administration no longer considers nursing a professional degree
Earlier this month, the Department of Education decided that it no longer defines nursing as a professional degree for the purposes of student loan limits. We hear from the CEO of the Wisconsin Nurses Association.
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What the decline of deer hunters means for Wisconsin’s deer
With deer hunting in decline in Wisconsin, the state’s deer herd is growing. A Department of Natural Resources’ deer specialist explains how the animals are doing around the state. Then a hunting guide in western Wisconsin describes what he’s seeing and hearing with hunters out in the woods.
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Tips for an affordable, sane Thanksgiving dinner
With the economy lagging and food costs on the rise, Thanksgiving dinner might seem overwhelming this year. We talk with a West Bend restaurant owner about the free community Thanksgiving dinners he helps organize. And a Madison chef gives us some tips for how to simplify your home-cooked meal.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Gina Dennik-Champion Guest
- Jill Guttormson Guest
- Jeff Pritzl Guest
- Jarrad Fluekiger Guest
- Tony Koebel Guest
- Patrick O'Halloran Guest
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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