Police referrals from Wisconsin schools, Fabulous leftovers Friday

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We discuss reporting that showed students in Wisconsin being reported to police at a much higher rate than the rest of the country — and why it’s significant who those students are. Then on Food Friday we get advice on turning leftovers into a more memorable meal.

Featured in this Show

  • Wisconsin refers students to law enforcement at high rates

    Wisconsin referred students to police at twice the national rate in the 2017-2018 school year, a practice that disproportionately affected Black students, Native students and students with disabilities. We look at law enforcement in schools in Wisconsin and across the country.

  • Food Friday: Giving leftovers a new life

    A professional home cook joins the show to share her favorite ways to make leftovers fabulous — without spending too much time or money.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Angelica Euseary Guest
  • Campbell Scribner Guest
  • Cassy Joy Garcia Guest

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