We talk to two state lawmakers about President Trump’s desire to end mail-in voting. Then, we learn more about how the dairy industry in Wisconsin is embracing whey. Then, a story from Wisconsin Life. And, an economics professor explains how skate parks boost local economies.
Featured in this Episode
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Representatives react to president’s call to end mail-in voting
On Monday, President Donald Trump called to end mail-in voting, claiming that eliminating the practice would restore trust in next year’s midterm elections. Two members of the Wisconsin Assembly committee on elections share their thoughts.
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The new whey of the dairy industry
Once seen as a waste product, whey is now supplementing the dairy industry, thanks in large part to a new health focus on protein. A New York Times reporter explains the trend and a Wisconsin cheesemaker talks about how it has changed his business.
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Wisconsin Life: Milwaukee DIY Skatepark
We hear the story of the National DIY Skatepark, a do-it-yourself project that started out as a secret and has become part of the fabric of Milwaukee.
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Economic impact of local skate parks
New research out of UW-Eau Claire shows that skate parks can boost local economies and create a sense of community. An economics professor, who is also a skateboarder, explains what he’s learned visiting Wisconsin skate parks with students.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Dave Maxey Guest
- Lee Snodgrass Guest
- Kevin Draper Guest
- Ken Heiman Guest
- Thomas Kemp Guest
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Mackenzie Krumme Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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