Rising rent, Ukraine holding back Russian attacks

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A "for rent" sign
A “for rent” sign is seen outside of a home on Griffin Street in Milwaukee on June 29, 2021.  Isaac Wasserman/Wisconsin Watch

A housing program manager looks at rent increases and what we can do about it. Then, we check in on the latest out of Ukraine as Russian attacks continued through the weekend, with the help of a political science professor.

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Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Clara Neupert Producer
  • Rachael Vasquez Producer
  • Andy Heidt Guest
  • Andrew Kydd Guest