A new report shows Wisconsin youth continue to struggle with mental health challenges. Then, we learn about Minnesota’s state program to keep mosquitos in check. Then, we find out what it takes to be a lumberjack champion.
Featured in this Episode
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Wisconsin youth continue to struggle with mental health issues
The state’s 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey Summary Report found that more than half of high school students have experienced at least one mental health challenge over the past year. The director of the Office of Children’s Mental Health explains the findings.
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Should Wisconsin have a mosquito control department?Â
How bad are mosquitoes in Wisconsin this summer? It’s hard to tell because the state lacks a mosquito control agency. We talk with the head of Minnesota’s Metropolitan Mosquito Control District about this year’s mosquito population and the role of taxpayer-funded control programs.
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Wisconsin Life
Released 85 years ago, The Wizard Of Oz film has captivated generations of fans. Author Dean Robbins of Madison tells the story of a Watertown native whose small role in the movie was part of a big and fulfilling life.
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Meet Wisconsin’s own World Lumberjack championsÂ
Last weekend, the 2024 Lumberjack World Championships were held in Hayward. We talk to a pair of champions who hail from Wisconsin about what it’s like competing on the timber sports world stage.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Linda Hall Guest
- Daniel Huff Guest
- Livi Papppadopoulos Guest
- Kate Witkowski Guest
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
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