New WPR director, Making golf more approachable, Rejecting Christian nationalism

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WPR’s new director Sarah Ashworth talks about her new role leading the organization. Then, we learn more about a group of former Wisconsin Badgers athletes trying to make golf more approachable to a people of different backgrounds. Later, two Milwaukee-area faith leaders join us to discuss why they’re pushing back against Christian nationalism.

Featured in this Show

  • Meet WPR's new director Sarah Ashworth

    We welcome Sarah Ashworth as the new director of WPR, learn about her background in public radio, and hear what excites her about moving to Wisconsin.

  • How to make golf more approachable for people of all backgrounds

    The sport of golf isn’t always approachable or accessible, especially for people of color. A group of friends and former Wisconsin Badgers athletes started an organization to expand the game of golf and reduce the assumptions and misconceptions involved.

  • Milwaukee faith leaders speak out against Christian nationalism

    An interfaith group in Milwaukee launched their “We All Belong” campaign last week to raise awareness about Christian nationalism, the belief that the United States is fundamentally a Christian nation—and should stay that way. Two clergy members explain how they foreground religious inclusivity while leading their congregations and why this campaign is so urgent ahead of the 2024 presidential election.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Trina La Susa Technical Director
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Richelle Wilson Producer
  • Sarah Ashworth Guest
  • Noe Vital Jr. Guest
  • Dare Ogunbowale Guest
  • Rev. Dr. Richard Shaw Guest
  • Bishop Paul Erickson Guest

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