Republican Proposal To Limit Local Photo ID Cards, Milwaukee Rapper’s Positive Message, History Of Facial Hair

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The Running Rebels Community Organization develops programs for Milwaukee youth facing issues like poverty, teen pregnancy and truancy. A member of that group explains how he uses rap to share the group’s positive message with his peers. We also take a look at the history of facial hair, and we talk to one of the lawmakers behind a new proposal to limit local government photo ID cards.

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  • Republican Proposal Would Limit Local Photo ID Cards

    Two Republicans are circulating a new proposal that would prohibit local governments from issuing photo ID cards. Critics say this bill attacks local control, but supporters say it’s necessary to prevent fraud and confusion. We talk to one of the lawmakers behind the bill about why he thinks it’s necessary.

  • Lil Vic And Running Rebels Spread Music Of Hope

    Running Rebels, a Community Youth Organization in Milwaukee helps to provide positive choices for Milwaukee’s inner city youth. The founder and Executive Director joins us to discuss the rap and music program along with his 12 year old rapper son.

  • A History Of Facial Hair

    Our guest says the beard is more than it seems, it’s a glimpse into what we think about masculinity, culture, identity and grooming. We talk with the author of “Of Beards and Men.”

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Amanda Magnus Producer
  • KP Whaley Producer
  • Veronica Rueckert Producer
  • Joe Sanfelippo Guest
  • Victor Barnett Sr. Guest
  • Victor (Lil Vic) Barnett Jr. Guest
  • Christopher Oldstone-Moore Guest

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