Rob Ferrett and Cynthia Schuster learn about a deer killed on a Wisconsin game farm that tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease. Then they talk about our culture’s obsession with zombies with the author of World War Z and discuss the rise of meat eating in America.
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Deer Killed On Wisconsin Game Farm Tests Positive For CWD
For the first time in five years, a deer killed on a Wisconsin game farm has tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease. A WPR reporter covering the story explains the details and what this could mean.
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Much Ado About Zombies
Max Brooks, author of World War Z and the Zombie Survival Guide, shares his thoughts on the modern appeal of zombie apocalypse fiction.
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The History of Carnivore America
America has had a long-standing love-affair with meat that continues to this day, despite controveries about meatpacking, antibiotics and land for livestock. Our guest gives us the long-view on the American meat industry and how it was shaped over the years.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Cynthia Schuster Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Glen Moberg Guest
- Max Brooks Guest
- Maureen Ogle Guest
- Veronica Rueckert Interviewer
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