Are there enough similarities among people born in the same decade or two to label them as one group? We talk with a writer who discusses the purpose of having a label for generations. We also hear from a Wisconsin farmer who found joy in collecting antique farm objects while recovering from a back surgery and find out more about what is happening in Wisconsin legislation in the Senate and Assembly.
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Senate And Assembly Reach Deal On Tax Cuts, Lincoln Hills, School Safety
The state Senate and Assembly reached a deal Tuesday on three of Governor Scott Walker’s election-year legislative priorities. WPR’s Captiol Bureau Chief Shawn Johnson joins the show to tell us what passed and what didn’t.
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Wisconsin Dairy Farmer Collecting Rare And Unique Farm Items Of The Past
After a back surgery, a Wisconsin dairy farmer found himself with a lot of free time. To manage, he found himself browsing eBay and discovering collections of rare and old dairy memorabilia. We talk with him about his now very sizable collection.
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Are Generational Labels Helpful Or Harmful?
Research groups and journalists often use generational labels in their work to help talk about or research a certain topic. Our guest is wary of the use of generational labeling, saying it ignores a lot of individual differences and might do more harm than good.
If you’re wondering where you fit in, here’s a listing of generations according to Pew Research Center:
Silent 1928-1945 ages 73-90
Boomers 1946-1964 ages 54-72
Generation X 1965-1980 ages 38-53
Millennials 1981-1996 ages 22-37
Post millennial/ Generation Z, not yet declared
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- Ed Larson Guest
- John Quiggin Guest
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