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Central Time episodes

  • Gill v. Whitford Ruling, Crying At Work, Housing Market Update
    Housing prices are high, interest rates are going up, and new trade tariffs are impacting construction. We look at how all these factors are impacting the housing market for buyers and sellers. We also discuss whether and when its acceptable to get emotional in the workplace and talk to WPR's Capitol Bureau Chief about the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in Wisconsin's redistricting case.
    44 min
  • State News Roundup, Wisconsin Travel Destinations, The Race For Governor
    A state lawsuit challenging the Affordable Care Act is becoming an issue in the race for Attorney General. We look at how the candidates are talking about it during our state news roundup. Summer is the perfect time to travel the state, and we're running down the most fun places to visit. We also talk with our state capitol reporters about the crowded Democratic race for governor.
    43 min
  • Separating Families At Border, Abandoned Buildings, Getting Creative With Melons
    It's Food Friday, and we're brainstorming ways to get creative with melons. We talk about using melons in salads, sauces, and on the grill. We also talk with a UW student looking into the role abandoned buildings play in their communities. Plus, a look at recent criticisms of the Trump Administration policy that separates families illegally crossing the southern border.
    46 min
  • AT&T And Time Warner Merger Approved, The Language Of Soccer
    A judge has approved a merger between AT&T and Time Warner that was being challenged by the federal government. We talk about what it means for consumers and future media mergers. Plus, with the World Cup getting underway, we dive into the language of soccer and what billions of people love about it.
    40 min
  • Week In Washington, Drugged Driving Deaths Up In Wisconsin
    Drugged driving deaths have more than doubled in Wisconsin the past decade. We talk to an expert about why drugged driving is on the rise and how the states can deal with the problem. President Trump's approval rating within the Republican party is among the highest ever at this point in his term. We discuss what that means for the midterms, and catch up on Congressional reaction to the US-North Korea summit.
    46 min
  • Special Election Results, Wisconsin's Many Festivals, Summer Movies
    Last night, special elections were held for two open legislative seats in Wisconsin. We talk about the results and what they can tell us about the upcoming midterm elections. It's summer movie season, and we're talking to a film critic about what's at the top of his list this year. We also ask for your favorite festivals to visit around Wisconsin.
    39 min
  • Supreme Court On Voter Purges, UW-Madison Looks To Raise Family Incomes, North Korea Summit
    Today, President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un met in Singapore to discuss nuclear weapons, economic sanctions, and more. We talk to an expert on the region about what was accomplished and what it will take to make a deal stay in place. We also look at a UW-Madison program that aims to raise the income of 10,000 families in the next two years. Plus, a discussion on the Supreme Court decision that allowed voter roll purges in Ohio.
    39 min
  • New Asylum Limits, TV Streaming Options, Chemicals In Consumer Products
    Under a move by U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, it'll be harder for victims of domestic abuse and gang violence in other countries to be granted asylum. We break down Sessions' ruling and what it means for those trying to enter the U.S. Plus, with more subscription-based streaming services than ever, choosing where we go for our entertainment can be overwhelming. We talk about the different options available, and ask you what you've found provides the best value. We also talk about the influence the chemical industry has on the food and products we see on store shelves.
    46 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…