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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.
November 06, 2017President Trump Blames Mental Illness, Not Guns, For Texas Mass Shooting, Teens Posting Mean Things About Themselves, Mondays With MikeNew research from Wisconsin shows that a surprising number of teens have posted negative things on social media about themselves. We learn more about the study and what's driving young people to be so critical. WPR Director Mike Crane is with us to discuss new programs, the resignation of an NPR editor following allegations of sexual harassment, and he answers your questions. We also talk to an expert about why mental illness is so often blamed for mass shootings after President Trump said "mental health problems," not guns, were to blame for the mass shooting in Texas Sunday....more0minPlay
November 01, 2017Week In Washington, Getting Veterans Into FarmingYesterday's attack in New York City that left eight people dead has led to more debate from lawmakers about immigration and vetting. We get the latest on this and other top national stories of the week from a Washington reporter. We also hear about a bipartisan effort from state legislators trying to get Wisconsin veterans involved in farming....more47minPlay
October 31, 2017Open Enrollment Begins Tomorrow Amid Political Fight Over ACA, A Year In The Boundary Waters, Transgender Military BanWe talk with the authors of "A Year in the Wilderness." They share the experiences they had during their time exploring the boundary waters north of Minnesota, a region they found to be beautiful and fragile. We also look at a federal judge's block on the White House policy barring transgender troops from serving in the military. And, the 2018 open enrollment period begins tomorrow. We'll speak with a local non-profit leader about looking for health insurance as the fight over the ACA continues on Capitol Hill....more46minPlay
October 31, 2017Wisconsin Relief Worker, 'Princess Bride' Reflections, Body Camera StudyA Wisconsin Red Cross volunteer has spent the last few months assisting disaster victims in Texas, Florida, and California. She joins us to talk about her travels and the work she's done. A year-long study of body cameras work by the Washington D.C. police department found no change in the use of force or in citizen complaints. We discuss why and how the results compare to the rest of the nation. We also hear from one of the stars of "The Princess Bride" about his memories on the set of the iconic comedy....more44minPlay
October 30, 2017Veterans Home Settlement, Former Wisconsin Poet Laureate, Swedish Death CleaningOne of Wisconsin's former poet laureates is out with a new collection of poetry. He talks about the direction his work is taking and how the state shapes his writing. We also learn about Swedish death cleaning, a method of tidying up that emphasizes getting rid of unneeded household items. And we cover one of the day's top news stories....more45minPlay
October 30, 2017Children's Health Insurance Funding, Wisconsin Astrobiologist, First Charges In Robert Mueller's Special Investigation"Central Time" takes a unique approach each hour to cover a mix of topics. We find the latest news, cultural trends, and explore ideas -- big and small -- to find the best guests to discuss these thought-provoking topics....more44minPlay
October 27, 2017JFK Documents, Military Space Corps, Low Sugar DessertsThe government released a trove of previously classified documents on the assassination of John F. Kennedy. We'll talk to a historian about their significance and America's enduring fascination with JFK's death. Our favorite desserts don't need to be loaded with sugar to end up tasting delicious! We talk with a former White House pastry chef about his favorite recipes that dial back the sugar without sacrificing flavor. After a bipartisan vote to create a military space corps passed the U.S. House of Representatives, we discuss the importance of space security and why the Pentagon opposes the effort. And we cover one of the day's top news stories....more46minPlay
October 27, 2017State News Roundup, UW Lawn Care Study, GOP FutureA UW professor recently wrapped up a three-year study of different lawn care methods on sports fields. He talks with us about the results and if we can incorporate any of them in our yards. Republican proposals in the state capitol would punish those who take part in rioting with a felony offense. We discuss that and other top stories during our Wisconsin news roundup. We also talk about the direction the national Republican party is taking with midterm campaign season on the horizon....more43minPlay
October 26, 2017Food Stamp Bill, Return Of 1980s Arcade Games, Women And AgingA bill in the state legislature would give healthy eating discounts to food stamp recipients in Wisconsin. We get the details from a co-sponsor of the bill. For women, there is a persistent cultural stigma around getting older. That's according to our guest, who shares ideas about how women can feel better about aging. We also talk about the resurgence of arcades packed with classic games from the 1980s. And we discuss one of today's top headlines....more46minPlay
October 26, 2017Future Targets Of Russian Hacking, Foxconn Water Needs, Opioids A Public Health EmergencyAfter Russian hacking aimed to sway the 2016 election, cybersecurity experts warn the efforts won't stop there. Our guest says the next target could be charities, religious groups, and more foundations of a civil society. We also talk with a reporter about the needs of technology manufacturer Foxconn for access to Lake Michigan water. A major news story gets a close look as well....more39minPlay
FAQs about Central Time:How many episodes does Central Time have?The podcast currently has 4,580 episodes available.