As the Republican National Convention kicks off, we talk with our State Capitol Bureau Chief, on the ground in Cleveland, about the role Wisconsin will play at the convention. We also look at what’s behind the significant increase in kids’ concussions. And, on Wisconsin Life, we explore the delicate art of carving…with a chainsaw.
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The First Day Of The Republican National Convention
Monday kicks off the 2016 Republican National Convention. We talk to WPR Capitol Bureau Chief Shawn Johnson, who is in Cleveland for the convention, about the five Republicans from Wisconsin speaking at the event: Governor Scott Walker, House Speaker Paul Ryan, U.S. Representative Sean Duffy, Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke, and Republican National Committee Chair Reince Priebus.
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Wisconsin Life: Chainsaw Carving
On today’s Wisconsin Life we let the sawdust fly and learn about the delicate art of chainsaw carving.
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Youth Concussions–Are There More Of Them, Or Are We Just Paying More Attention?
More youth are being diagnosed with concussions lately, according to new research–but that may be because we’re taking potential concussions more seriously and seeking a diagnosis. A Wisconsin expert on sports and concussions looks at the latest news, and shares advice on what to do when a young athlete has a head injury.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Karl Christenson Producer
- Rob Ferrett Producer
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- Diana Peterson Guest
- Dr. Kevin Walter Guest
- Dr. Alison Brooks Guest
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