A race and ethnic studies professor joins the show to talk about a new project looking at the historical connections between 19th century farmers who relocated to Wisconsin, and Native Americans who were forced to relocate to the state over the same period. Then, we talk to a Wisconsin farmer about how to use flowers in your cooking in this week’s edition of Food Friday.
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In the 1800s, New York farmers and abolitionists moved to Wisconsin in huge numbers, chasing the wheat boom and establishing the Republican Party. Native peoples were also removed from their homes in New York and forced to resettle in Wisconsin. “Whose Land?” explores these parallel histories.
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Food Friday: How To Use Edible Flowers In Your Cooking
Flowers are blooming again, but they’re not just for the vases on your table. You can cook with them too! We talk to a Wisconsin farmer about ways to use edible flowers.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Michele Gerard Good Technical Director
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- James Levy Guest
- Scott Williams Guest
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