A cave exploration expert gives us tips on spelunking in Wisconsin. Then, a state health official shares ways to prevent tick bites and Lyme disease. Later, we talk to a Wisconsin researcher looking into the possibility of other planets sustaining life.
Featured in this Show
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Spelunking around the state
There are more than 400 documented public and private caves in Wisconsin. We talk to a speleological expert about exploring — and protecting — these natural treasures.
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How to prevent tick bites and Lyme disease
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and we talk to a Vectorborne Disease Epidemiologist about how to avoid tick bites this summer.
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Research explores the possibility of life on other planets
Research happening in Wisconsin studying the biology of early Earth shows there is the possibility of life on other planets. A bacteriologist tells us about the research and talks us through its ethics.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Trina La Susa Technical Director
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Emilie Burditt Producer
- Kasey Fiske Guest
- Rebecca Osborn Guest
- Betül Kaçar Guest
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