We look at how U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s replacement of the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee could affect vaccine access. Then, we learn about Brothertown Indian Nation and other tribes lacking federal recognition. And, two rural counties unveil an eco-friendly swim pond.
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RFK Jr. removes all members of federal vaccine panel
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently removed all members of the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. We talk with a past chair of the committee about what that means and whether it could affect access to vaccines in Wisconsin.
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The long road for tribes to get federal recognition
The Brothertown Indian Nation, headquartered in Fond du Lac, unknowingly had its federal recognition terminated in 1839. We visit the tribe to learn how this legacy has affected it. Then, a scholar whose own tribe is not federally acknowledged explains why the recognition process is inadequate.
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New swim pond brings rural Iowa, Lafayette counties together
In 2019, the village of Blanchardville closed its public pool due to safety concerns. Since then, local volunteers have worked together to develop a new swim pond in Lafayette county. With construction underway, we learn about this eco-friendly project from local volunteers.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Dr. Jonathan Temte Guest
- Olivia Chilcote Guest
- Marsha Crooks Guest
- Jody Moen Guest
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Jeff Robbins Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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