Vote counting and processing, Food allergies

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A voter in a red coat holds a ballot.
Stoughton resident Kari Landsverk receives a ballot before voting Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022, at the Stoughton Fire Department in Stoughton, Wis. Angela Major/WPR

A former Wisconsin elections official shares why vote counting is handled differently across states. Then, an allergist helps us better understand why food allergies are on the rise.

Featured in this Show

  • Why vote counting takes more or less time depending on the state

    Florida had results quicker than many other states, including less populous ones. We talk about why, why waiting for results is important, and how the time between polls closing and receiving results can open the door for public misinformation.

  • Why food allergies are on the rise

    The number of Americans with food allergies has increased drastically in the last few decades. An allergist explains theories about why this is and talks about the latest science on preventing food allergies.

Episode Credits

  • Lee Rayburn Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Cord Byrd Guest
  • Kevin Kennedy Guest
  • Dr. Mark Moss Guest

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