Wisconsin Today
Wisconsin Public Radio
“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.
Location:
United States
Genres:
News
Networks:
Wisconsin Public Radio
Description:
“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.
Language:
English
Episodes
Report cards for Wisconsin schools, State coroners and medical examiners, Waukesha Christmas Parade memorial
11/21/2024
We dig into the state Department of Public Instruction’s annual assessment of Wisconsin schools. Then we have a discussion with the president of the Wisconsin Coroners and Medical Examiners Association. […]
Duration:00:49:59
Tax policies under a new Trump administration, Poor farms and Milwaukee’s ‘The 831,’ Third space in Appleton
11/20/2024
We ask Rep. Gwen Moore (D-WI4) her thoughts on tax policies that could change under Republicans. Then we untangle the re-burial process for Milwaukee County residents who were exhumed to […]
Duration:00:49:57
Wisconsin utility rate hikes, Farm to oven turkeys, Women’s wrestling
11/19/2024
The Citizens Utility Board leader explains a Wisconsin PSC utility rate hike. Then we learn about getting turkeys from farm to table in Wisconsin, and get advice on how to […]
Duration:00:50:00
How Wisconsin’s farmers contribute to the economy, Eau Claire’s nonprofits face budget cuts, Wisconsin’s champion hunting dog
11/18/2024
We take stock of Wisconsin’s farming economy. Then, we look at how funding cuts will affect nonprofits in Eau Claire County. Then, we met Ali, Wisconsin’s new champion hunting dog.
Duration:00:49:59
How to get health insurance from the federal exchange, The work of child advocates, A Wisconsin murder mystery on the stage
11/15/2024
We look at what people need to know when buying health insurance through the Affordable Care Act exchange. Then, we learn about the work of child advocates. Then, a story […]
Duration:00:50:00
The next state Senate president, An extremist group in Green Bay, An important Wisconsin WWII U.S. Army division
11/14/2024
We talk with Republican state Sen. Mary Felzkowski, who will lead the next Senate. Then, we learn about an extremist religious group in Green Bay that a Packers’ star became […]
Duration:00:49:58
Attorney general on state’s abortion case, Milwaukee program targets youth violence, Promoting music in Milwaukee
11/13/2024
Wisconsin’s Attorney General Josh Kaul gives his take on an abortion case before the state Supreme Court. Then, we learn about a Milwaukee program aimed at reducing youth violence. Then, […]
Duration:00:50:00
Wisconsin food banks see increased need, Horses helping veterans heal, Femme’s Guide to Car Ownership
11/12/2024
We look at how food banks are responding to the increased demand for help. Then, how horses are helping veterans adjust to civilian life. Then, we talk with the author […]
Duration:00:49:59
Indigenous economic development in Wisconsin, CO2 pollution and health, Cornell firefighters
11/11/2024
We meet the CEO of the Wisconsin Indigenous Housing & Economic Development Corporation on the heels of its conference. Then a Wisconsin professor of health and environment zeros in on […]
Duration:00:50:00
Wisconsin school referendum results, Native American boarding schools, WWI music
11/8/2024
We talk with a pair of superintendents about what their new funding approvals will help pay for. Then we discuss the legacy of abusive boarding schools. And a Wisconsin musician […]
Duration:00:49:58