Changing climate conditions could be one factor influencing the decision to move north for many people leaving Central American countries. We talk with a reporter about how the changes are affecting the lives of residents there. We also talk with a researcher about what’s unique about today’s generation gap and we discuss a state budget hearing that took place Monday in River Falls.
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Climate Change A Major Factor In Central American Migration
For many of the people leaving Central American countries like Guatemala to migrate north, climate change is tied to their decision in one way or another. We talk with reporter about how changing climate conditions are driving immigration into the United States.
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Legislature's Budget Writing Committee Hears Testimony In Western Wisconsin
The Joint Finance Committee met Monday in River Falls as it continues its work on the next state budget. We talk to a reporter about the testimony lawmakers heard, and where the budget process stands.
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A Sign Of The Times: Today's Generation Gap
Older and younger generations don’t always see eye to eye, but the world that today’s young people live in can look like a completely new way of living to some members of the older generations. We talk about whether or not the generation gap of today is more distinct than those of the past — and what that means for all of us in our every day lives.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Jonathan Blitzer Guest
- Rich Kremer Guest
- Jean Twenge Guest
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