Wisconsin Today

By Wisconsin Public Radio

“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.... more

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The podcast currently has 77 episodes available.

Wisconsin Today episodes:

November 22, 2024 Wisconsin Senate minority leader, Trump and Wisconsin immigrants, Pewaukee woman’s club
We ask the state Senate minority leader about having more Democrats in the chamber, the budget surplus, and other priorities. Then we discuss how the second Trump administration could affect […]
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November 21, 2024 Report cards for Wisconsin schools, State coroners and medical examiners, Waukesha Christmas Parade memorial
We dig into the state Department of Public Instruction’s annual assessment of Wisconsin schools. Then we have a discussion with the president of the Wisconsin Coroners and Medical Examiners Association. […]
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November 20, 2024 Tax policies under a new Trump administration, Poor farms and Milwaukee’s ‘The 831,’ Third space in Appleton
We ask Rep. Gwen Moore (D-WI4) her thoughts on tax policies that could change under Republicans. Then we untangle the re-burial process for Milwaukee County residents who were exhumed to […]
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50min
November 19, 2024 Wisconsin utility rate hikes, Farm to oven turkeys, Women’s wrestling
The Citizens Utility Board leader explains a Wisconsin PSC utility rate hike. Then we learn about getting turkeys from farm to table in Wisconsin, and get advice on how to […]
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November 18, 2024 How Wisconsin’s farmers contribute to the economy, Eau Claire’s nonprofits face budget cuts, Wisconsin’s champion hunting dog
We take stock of Wisconsin’s farming economy. Then, we look at how funding cuts will affect nonprofits in Eau Claire County. Then, we met Ali, Wisconsin’s new champion hunting dog.
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November 15, 2024 How to get health insurance from the federal exchange, The work of child advocates, A Wisconsin murder mystery on the stage
We look at what people need to know when buying health insurance through the Affordable Care Act exchange. Then, we learn about the work of child advocates. Then, a story […]
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November 14, 2024 The next state Senate president, An extremist group in Green Bay, An important Wisconsin WWII U.S. Army division
We talk with Republican state Sen. Mary Felzkowski, who will lead the next Senate. Then, we learn about an extremist religious group in Green Bay that a Packers’ star became […]
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November 13, 2024 Attorney general on state’s abortion case, Milwaukee program targets youth violence, Promoting music in Milwaukee
Wisconsin’s Attorney General Josh Kaul gives his take on an abortion case before the state Supreme Court. Then, we learn about a Milwaukee program aimed at reducing youth violence. Then, […]
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50min
November 12, 2024 Wisconsin food banks see increased need, Horses helping veterans heal, Femme’s Guide to Car Ownership
We look at how food banks are responding to the increased demand for help. Then, how horses are helping veterans adjust to civilian life. Then, we talk with the author […]
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November 11, 2024 Indigenous economic development in Wisconsin, CO2 pollution and health, Cornell firefighters
We meet the CEO of the Wisconsin Indigenous Housing & Economic Development Corporation on the heels of its conference. Then a Wisconsin professor of health and environment zeros in on […]
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FAQs about Wisconsin Today:

How many episodes does Wisconsin Today have?

The podcast currently has 77 episodes available.