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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... more
FAQs about Central Time:How many episodes does Central Time have?The podcast currently has 4,580 episodes available.
August 13, 2018Third-Party Spending In U.S. Senate Primary, History Of The Ice Cream Truck, Latino Activism In Milwaukee In 1968Tuesday is election day in Wisconsin. We look at the big spending by outside groups in the state's Republican primary for U.S. Senate. In addition, 50 years ago, Latinos activists were prominent in protests against the Allen-Bradley company in Milwaukee. We'll look at how that event led to further organizing and actions by the community. Finally, ice cream trucks were a staple of childhood for generations. We look at their history and cultural significance....more44minPlay
August 10, 2018Space Force To Become A Reality Under Trump Administration, Creative Cooking With Sweet CornNew rules changes in college basketball would allow "elite" high school players to hire agents. They would also give underclassmen the ability to return to college if they declare for the NBA draft but go unpicked. We discuss the magnitude of the policy moves. Then, we talk with a Wisconsin chef and food writer about creative cooking with a summer staple-- sweet corn. We also take a look at the newest branch of the United States military: Space Force....more47minPlay
August 10, 2018Fifth Congressional District Interview: Jennifer Vipond, Wisconsin News Roundup, How Health Insurers Are Using Big DataSome health insurers have been working with data companies to gather and use demographics and details like race, age, name changes and even TV habits to predict health costs. We talk to an expert to find out more. We also hear from 5th congressional district candidate Jennifer Vipond and we take a look at this weeks Wisconsin news....more44minPlay
August 09, 2018New Report Raises Questions About Wilbur Ross, Appleton Seed Library Encourages Seed Saving, New Book Gives Insider Stories From The Antiques BusinessU.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross faces allegations of fraudulent business practices. We'll get the details and the response from the Commerce Department. Then, if you've ever been curious about antiques or flea markets, you may have wondered where all the interesting items comes from. We talk to the owner of a Chicago antique mall and author of a new book all about the eccentricities and challenges of being in the antique's business. We also find out how to save seeds and save money....more46minPlay
August 09, 2018Fifth Congressional District Interview: Jim Sensenbrenner, Milwaukee Teens Beautify Storm Water Basin, Governor Candidate Interview: Kathleen VinehoutTeenagers interning with Milwaukee organization ArtWorks had the opportunity to paint murals for Milwaukee storm basin's with a collaboration with Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District . We talk with the organizer and a participant. We also hear from 5th congressional district candidate Jim Sensenbrenner and gubernatorial candidate Kathleen Vinehout....more44minPlay
August 08, 2018First Congressional District Interview: Bryan Steil, What Is The True Age Of Your Cat Or Dog?, Governor Candidate Interview: Paul SoglinWe hear from a veterinarian about just how accurate the popular idea that one human year is really seven years in dog or cat years is. We also hear from First Congressional District Candidate Bryan Steil and Gubernatorial candidate Paul Soglin....more38minPlay
August 08, 2018Week In Washington, Farmer's Markets Grow But Face Competition, Where Do Problems Arise In Wisconsin's Workforce?Whether you live in rural parts of the state or near a larger city, chances are there's a farmer's market somewhere near you. We talk to a researcher about growth in Wisconsin's farmer's markets and challenges they face. We also hear from a guest who says the problem with Wisconsin's labor force is not that people aren't participating and we discuss this week's national news....more46minPlay
August 07, 2018Alex Jones Banned, Apple Breaks $1 Trillion But There Will Be More, More Older Adults Still In The WorkforceA growing number of online platforms have banned content from inflammatory conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. We examine the legal and ethical issues behind the ban. Then, more and more older adults, 85 years of age and older, are in the workforce whether that be part time, continuing an old job, or working in sales. We talk to a Wisconsin expert about where we're seeing them the most and why this might be happening. We also discuss Apple's climb to be the first trillion dollar company in the U.S....more46minPlay
August 07, 2018First Congressional Candidate Interview: Kevin Steen, Our Ideas About Healthy Eating Often Exclude Other Cultures, Governor Candidate Interview: Kelda RoysWhen we think healthy, we tend to think quinoa, green smoothies, and leafy greens. While these foods are generally great for a healthy diet, we talk to a dietitian that finds we often dismiss a lot of great foods associated with other cultures and heritages. We also hear from gubernatorial candidate Kelda Roys and First Congressional District candidate Kevin Steen....more43minPlay
August 06, 2018DACA Ruling, Wisconsin's Prettiest Town, Mondays With MikeJoin us on Monday's With Mike where you can ask questions and weigh in on all things at WPR. We also take a look at a judge's ruling that the DACA program must be restarted. Plus, we try to figure out where the prettiest town in Wisconsin is....more46minPlay
FAQs about Central Time:How many episodes does Central Time have?The podcast currently has 4,580 episodes available.