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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.
July 09, 2018Supreme Court Sides With McAdams, Female Farmers Struggle With Expectations To Balance Work And Childcare, Immigration Laws 101In a 4-to-2 ruling, the Wisconsin Supreme Court sided with political science professor John McAdams in a dispute with Marquette University. We talk with McAdams about the 2014 blog post that got him suspended and what the victory means for academic freedom. We also kick off a week long series all about immigration and related issues beginning with the basics of immigration law. You can tune in each day this week at 4:30 p.m. for a new immigration topic and expert guest. In addition, we take a look at female farmers who feel pressure to do their job on the farm while simultaneously taking care of their children....more44minPlay
July 06, 2018Scott Pruitt Resigns As Head Of EPA, Wisconsin Insurers Sue Federal Government, Classic Summer FoodsIf you're already growing a bit tired of your summer food rotation of brats, hot dogs, and ice cream, our Food Friday guest may have some ideas for you. We learn how to put new twists on classic summer staples. We also discuss why several insurers are suing the Federal Government over Affordable Care Act issues and take a look at a top news story....more46minPlay
July 06, 2018Wisconsin News Roundup, How Refrigeration Has Shaped History, When The Fourth Of July Was An African American HolidayAfter the Civil War, Independence Day shifted from being a white American celebration to a holiday celebrated by African Americans in the states of the former Confederacy. We learn more about the history of celebrating Independence Day from our guest. We also discuss the history of refrigeration and Wisconsin news stories from this week....more44minPlay
July 05, 2018Wisconsin Department Of Corrections Misses Deadline To Provide Body Cameras To Corrections Officers, Milwaukee Police Chief: Appointed or Elected?, The Cost of Emotional LaborService Industry workers spend the better part of their work days interacting with customers, resolving issues that may or may not be their responsibility, and putting on a "public face" to serve customers. We talk with an expert about the toll that takes on those workers. We also discuss if Milwaukee's police chief position which is currently an appointed position could benefit from becoming an elected one and we take a look at a top news story....more47minPlay
July 05, 2018Northern Wisconsin Flood Update, Learning To Be Funny, ICE Explainer: What Is It And How Has It ChangedWe talk with a popular blogger and illustrator of funny diagrams and charts about what it takes to be a funny person. We also check back in with those living in Northern Wisconsin about what has happened since the major flooding and we discuss all things ICE--- when it was founded, how it has changed and where to go from here....more44minPlay
July 04, 2018Local Business Helps Seniors Find Joy In Technology, FoodShare Work Requirements Changing, Which Reviews Should We Trust Online?Many of us turn to online reviews when looking to book a hotel, eat at a restaurant or buy a product online. We talk to a researcher about which reviews we're most likely to trust and which ones should trigger some red flags. We also discuss new work requirements for those in the state's FoodShare program and hear from one Wisconsin business owner who is making a difference in the lives of seniors in her area....more39minPlay
July 04, 2018Canada And U.S. On NAFTA, When Do We Fly Flags At Half-Staff?, American JailsWhile America's jails are designed to hold inmates for short periods of time, the damage the system and its enforcers leave on residents can outlast their stay by a long shot. We talk to a professor about how inmates struggle to find dignity in the system that leaves them with little power to do so. We also take a look at President Trump's latest weigh in on NAFTA on Week in Washington and we discuss when and why Wisconsin state flags are moved to the half-staff position....more47minPlay
July 03, 2018Drunken Driving Blood Tests, Public Records Laws And The Courts, What's The Last New Thing You've Learned?If you're arrested for driving drunk and are unconscious, can police draw your blood without your refusal to comply? The state Supreme Court says yes, they can. We look at Tuesday's ruling. Then, we discuss if and how Wisconsin's public records laws apply to the courts. Finally, trying something new can be a way to step outside of your comfort zone and add perspective to your life. We talk with an expert about how to look for learning opportunities and what they can do for you....more47minPlay
July 03, 2018What Military Families Can Teach Us About Family Separation, The American Economy May Require More Immigrants, Future Of Abortion AccessA Wisconsin professor suggests we consider the difficulties that military families separated from loved ones endure when in discussion about migrant families. We learn more about the affects of separation on children and what we can learn when we compare. We also take a look at the future of abortion with a changing Supreme Court bench and how public opinion has changed on the issue. Plus, a guest explains why he thinks America will need more immigrants as the country ages....more44minPlay
July 02, 2018Protests Over 'Zero-Tolerance,' Making Streets Navigable For Visually-Impaired Pedestrians, The Growing Movement Of Death DoulasYou may be familiar with the role of a doula who might help a pregnant woman bring her new baby into the world, but a growing movement of death doulas is doing something a bit different. We find out more about the people helping others find comfort in their end of life stages from our guest. We also discuss why traffic signals that make noise benefit those with disabilities and we look at the immigration protests held across Wisconsin this weekend....more46minPlay
FAQs about Central Time:How many episodes does Central Time have?The podcast currently has 4,580 episodes available.