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Two weeks after an angry parent accosted him on stage at graduation -- and video of the incident went viral worldwide -- Baraboo schools superintendent Dr. Rainey Briggs sits down with our Rob Chappell (14:40) to talk about the moment, the aftermath, and what it means for Baraboo. Plus, we preview this weekend's Big Gay Market (0:45), dig into some FAFSA difficulties (6:55) and ask the team about what we want the soundtrack of our lives to be.

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https://madison365.com/the-big-gay-market-to-host-biggest-event-yet-this-weekend-at-alliant-energy-center/

https://madison365.com/technical-problems-with-new-fafsa-form-threatens-to-delay-financial-aid/

Today, we look ahead toward a couple Juneteenth events (01:25), preview a new play at Overture Center (07:50) and get an update (and takes) on the incident at Baraboo High School's graduation (47:17). In the interview segment (18:25), Araceli Esparza and Paquita Purnell join us to talk about the upcoming Yo Quiero Dinero event, featuing the stories of women of color who are learning to claim their voices. Plus, we talk car upgrades (55:15) and hear the unusual sequence of events that led Rob to publish a poetry collection 25 years ago (10:40).

Today's episode is brought to you by Midwest Mujeres.

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Register for Yo Quiero Dinero

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This week, the team discusses a campaign to get rid of student lunch debt once and for all; the business opportunities available when the NFL Draft comes to Green Bay; and a "journalist" who says he went undercover as a Black man to learn about racism in America. Plus, longtime nonprofit leader, Madison alder and State Assembly candidate Nasra Wehelie stops by the studio to talk about her campaign and what it means to be a "ground up" leader.

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Freedom, Inc., Madison Area DSA launch Free School Meals for Madison campaign

Packers to host workshops for Wisconsin companies to do business with the 2025 NFL Draft

This week, Wild Bearies founder and Indigenous chef Elena Terry joins us to talk about her time as a guest mentor and judge on Top Chef, and Maia Pearson stops by the studio to talk about her run for State Assembly. Plus, a new study explores gender-based violence in Asian American communities, a County Board race in Rock County goes to court, and we decide who's a camper and who's a glamper.

Today's episode is sponsored by Steinhafels.

This week, we get an update on the deal that ended the UW encampments, and a scathing Faculty Senate resolution critical of Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin that'll be up for a vote Monday. Plus, a fundraiser is looking to help elderly renters struggling with rent increases. Then, Madison native and "Looking for Alaska" star Denny Love joins us to talk about the acting business, his part in the upcoming season of "The Mayor of Kingstown" starring Jeremy Renner, and how his father helped prepare him for the role. He'll be in town June 7 to host a screening of the first episode. And in the midst of all that news, the team talks skin care, sleepaway camp and the talents we wish we had.

Today's episode is sponsored by Steinhafels.

This week, Omar and Rodlyn-mae get us up to speed on the latest developments at the protest encampment on the University of Wisconsin campus, and Rob and Stephanie give us some updates on what we've learned about the student who brought a gun and attempted to break into Mt. Horeb Middle School last week. Plus, we've got a date for this year's 365 Leadership Summit, we need your nominations for our next Most Influential Asian American Leaders list, and more news from Madison365 and Blueprint365.

Today's episode is sponsored by the Madison Public Library's Latine Music and Dance Festival.

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Talks at UW break down; Chancellor says she has no power to divest, offers to facilitate meeting with investment decisionmakers

A Public Affair from WORT, featuring Rob and school shooting expert David Reidman

365 Leadership Summit information and registration

Nominate someone for our Most Influential Asian American Leaders list

Madison native Tziah McNair headed to London for once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at prestigious Oxford Summer Program

Gabriella Hartlaub from The Daily Cardinal has been covering the protests, encampment and police response on the UW campus, along with our own Omar Waheed and Rodlyn-mae Banting. Today we hear firsthand about their experience and what they saw on the ground. Plus, this week's school shooting in Mount Horeb touched the 365 family directly, and we talk through what we know and what we don't.

This week, more community leaders are calling for Alder Charles Myadze to resign from the Madison Common Council, Black Student Unions from across Dane County came together last week, Centro Hispano is opening its new building, and Rob went to Appleton to catch the eighth annual Fox Connect student pitch competition. Plus, Rep. Jimmy Anderson joins us to talk about his campaign for State Senate, including his legislative priorities, what legislators do when not legislating, and his proudest accomplishment as a State Representative (it wasn't legislation). Finally, we ask the team: what's your walk-up song?

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Twenty six elected officials, community leaders call on Myadze to resign

Black Student Unions from across Dane County gather at Madison College

Centro Hispano of Dane County to host grand opening of its new building on Friday

"You have to give a damn." Rep. Jimmy Anderson lays out priorities for Senate run

"Crazy ideas go far." Student entrepreneurs pitch business ideas, land cash prizes at Appleton event

The Madison Common Council met Tuesday for the first time since we reported allegations of domestic abuse against one of its members – allegations he has repeatedly denied. This week, we have a recap of that meeting, which included some contentious discussion of a resolution of support for survivors of domestic abuse. We also get updates on the next chapter for beloved Vietnamese restaurant Ha Long Bay, and Mt. Zion Baptist Church's new building project. Plus, Yee Leng Xiong joins us from Marathon County to get us up to speed on his campaign to become the first Hmong American member of the Wisconsin State Assembly. And finally … what cuisine did Top Chef Wisconsin miss?

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In wake of domestic abuse allegations against an alder, Council passes resolution "affirming unwavering support" of survivors; calls for censure and resignation continue

Myadze denies allegations of abuse in statement; fellow alders say they can't remove him from office

Madison Alder accused of domestic abuse; alleged victim calls for vote of no confidence

MTZ Charitable hosts luncheon highlighting capital campaign for new Family Life Center

Ha Long Bay to enter 'new era' under second generation of family ownership

Resources for anyone experiencing domestic violence:

National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788

Domestic Abuse Intervention Services: Call 608-251-4445 or text 608-420-4638

UNIDOS Against Domestic Violence: Call 800-510-9195

On today's edition, we round up a few stories from the week: the state files a lawsuit against an employer accused of firing employees when they organized; a Madisonian is a finalist for a Hugo Award; and a County Board supervisor says "sin is the root cause" of homelessness. Then, we visit the headquarters of Urban Triage, where founder and CEO Brandi Grayson gives us an update on the organization's activities and programs, and previews next month's Black Brilliance Gala fundraiser.

Links:

State sues owner of Crushin It Promotions, alleging unlawful labor practices

Sci-Fi zine GigaNotoSaurus, edited by Madison writer LaShawn Wanak, nominated for a Hugo Award

"Sin is the root cause" of homelessness, Dane County Supervisor says

Black Brilliance Gala Tickets

Black Brilliance Gala Volunteer Opportunities

Nominate an Unsung Hero