Teacher misconduct in Wisconsin, New COVID vaccine research, Books as visual art

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Accordion-style artist book with geometric and abstract designs in pastel colors, titled Ode to a Grand Staircase and For Four Hands on the front panels.
“Ode to a Grand Staircase” is a collaborative piece by Julie Chen and Barbara Tetenbaum. It is based on French composter Erik Satie, who wrote odd texts for his musical compositions that were neither meant to be performed or direct musicians. Photo courtesy of Flying Fish Press

First we hear from a reporter about the investigation into teacher misconduct in the state. Then, we explore research from the University of Wisconsin-Madison about the effectiveness of COVID vaccines. And, we talk with a Wisconsin-based visual artist who uses books as her medium.

Featured in this Episode

  • Tracking teacher misconduct in Wisconsin

    An investigation by The Capital Times into teacher misconduct in Wisconsin has prompted a bill and hearings in the state Legislature into how the Department of Public Instruction handles sexual misconduct allegations. We talk to the reporter behind the investigation to find out more.

  • New COVID vaccine research

    Amidst low COVID vaccination rates in Wisconsin this year, a forthcoming study co-authored by a UW-Madison economist provides evidence that COVID shots significantly reduce the spread of the disease within households. He shares his research.

  • When books become art

    In Wisconsin, Julie Chen is a book artist who has created hundreds of pieces of book art, using books as the medium, 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.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Danielle DuClos Guest
  • Dan Sacks Guest
  • Julie Chen Guest
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Beatrice Lawrence Producer
  • Mackenzie Krumme Producer
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Dean Knetter Executive Producer
  • Tim Peterson Managing Producer

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