We learn more about how privately-owned nursing homes are run. Then, we discuss human trafficking in Wisconsin and new efforts to combat it. Later, we talk to a researcher about what bonobo apes can teach us about our own species.
Featured in this Episode
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What happens when private equity and profit influence healthcare
An investigative journalist talks about his reporting on privately-owned nursing homes and the problems with private equity in healthcare.
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How new bills passed in Wisconsin can help combat human trafficking
Governor Evers signed bipartisan legislation aimed at curbing human trafficking in the state. We’ll explore how significant the issue is in Wisconsin and how well we prevent and respond to it.
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What research about apes teaches us about humans
Bonobos are humanity’s closest primate relative, and the Midwest is home to the only facility in the world committed to the care, preservation, and research of the species. We talk to the UW alum who helps run the program about what they do, and what we can learn from bonobos about our own culture.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sean Campbell Guest
- Jan Miyasaki Guest
- Amanda Epping Guest
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
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