We look at how communities around the state are pushing back against plans for data centers. Then, we learn how the Oneida Nation is working to improve literacy rates among children. And, we talk to an artist whose medium is books.
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Protests across the state today opposing data centers
Half a dozen protests are happening today across the state in opposition to the construction of new high-tech data centers in places like Port Washington, Janesville and Menomonie. We talk to organizers for two of these protests about their concerns.
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Oneida literacy initiative aims to narrow reading proficiency gaps
In 2022, only 5 percent of Native third graders in Brown County were reading at level. So the tribe decided to take action. The result is Oneida Reads, an initiative that aims to get all Oneida third graders up to reading level. We hear from tribal members who are working to advance the program.
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When books become art
Julie Chen is a Wisconsin artist who has created hundreds of pieces of art using books that have been shown around the globe. We talk with her about this medium and why books, even with few words, can tell dramatic stories. Originally aired on Oct. 23, 2025.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Jan O'Neill Guest
- Christine Le Jeune Guest
- Ann McCotter Guest
- Jennifer Webster Guest
- Mark Powless Guest
- Julie Chen Guest
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Mackenzie Krumme Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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