If you’ve ever wanted to develop more environmentally freindly habits you’re in luck: there’s an app for that. The UW-Madison professor behind the My Earth app tells us how she hopes to make energy conservation easy. We also cover the funding options for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena, and look back on some Wisconsin folklore and legends
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UW-Professor Creates Carbon Saving App
A UW-Madison professor recently created an app that can make day-to-day energy conservation easier for users. We get the story behind the making of the app, and learn how people can do little things to make a positive environmental impact.
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Blue Men And River Monsters: Wisconsin Legends Retold
From river monsters to blue fairies, Wisconsin’s landscapes and lakes have inspired a trove of folklore that say much about the culture and way of life up north. We hear a few of the legends and explore what inspired them.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Matt Oleson Producer
- Marika Suval Producer
- Nancy Wong Guest
- John Zimm Guest
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