Previewing Mueller, Lifelong Learning, UFO Days, State Superintendent On Education Budget

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Ahead of former special counsel Robert Mueller’s Congressional testimony, we talk about what to expect. We also hear about the state’s education budget from the new DPI Superintendent. Plus, we examine the benefits of lifelong learning and hear from an Elmwood resident about the town’s UFO festival.

Featured in this Show

  • Robert Mueller Testifies Tomorrow: What To Watch For

    Robert Mueller is scheduled to go before Congress tomorrow to answer questions about his investigation and report on Russian interference in the 2016 election. We preview of the former special counsel’s day of testimony.

  • Tell Us About Something You've Learned To Do … Or Want To!

    It can be tricky to learn a new skill or hobby as an adult. But lifelong learning is a great way to stay active and engaged. Have you picked up something new? What do you love about it, and how did you learn it? Let us know by commenting here, email ideas@wpr.org, or tweet @CentralTimeWPR.

  • UFO Festival Lands In Elmwood

    For decades, residents of Elmwood, Wisconsin, have celebrated the idea of extra-terrestrial activity and life with a summer festival. We talk to one of the organizers.

  • The State Of Wisconsin's Public Schools

    As part of the state budget signed by Gov. Tony Evers, Wisconsin public schools will get an additional $570 million over the next two years. We talk with state Superintendent of Public Instruction Carolyn Stanford Taylor about how that money will be used and issues facing Wisconsin’s K-12 schools.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Devlin Barrett Guest
  • Bob Rupakus Guest
  • Carolyn Stanford Taylor Guest

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