Central Time

Central Time

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Central Time episodes

  • No Mow May, Returning to the office
    We learn more about efforts across the state to skip lawn mowing in May to create better habitats. Then, a reporter joins us to share how companies are working through the challenges of bringing employees back to the office.
    26 min
  • Peace talks, Impact of Twitter sale
    An international studies professor joins us to share what can make peace talks successful. Then, we talk to a social media expert about how the sale of Twitter to Elon Musk could affect even those who don't use the app.
    47 min
  • Financial literacy standards in Wisconsin, US officials visit Ukraine
    The U.S. Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense visited Kyiv, Ukraine this week as the White House announced the return of diplomats to the country. We discuss what it all means for the state of the country's war with Russia. We also look at financial literacy standards in Wisconsin schools and whether there is room for growth.
    25 min
  • Finding your authentic self, Corporate messaging and politics
    The state of Florida recently revoked a special tax status for Disney World after the company spoke out against a controversial education bill. We discuss whether the situation could set a precedent for politicians targeting companies for their stances. We also chat with an author about what it means to be "authentic" and how to find the most authentic version of ourselves.
    27 min
  • Beer can collecting, Title 42 policy, Social media regulation
    We talk to a Wisconsin man with a lifelong hobby of collecting vintage beer cans. Then, we ask an immigration law professor about a controversial Trump-era deportation policy. Later, a digital media professor joins us to explore the role of social media in society and the potential for regulation.
    45 min

About Central Time

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Hosted by Rob Ferrett, "Central Time" takes a unique approach to cover a variety of topics. Executive producer Dean Knetter and producers Tim Peterson, Colleen Leahy, Lorin Cox, Beatrice Lawrence, and…