Rob Ferrett speaks with someone who says not to go shopping on Thanksgiving and loosk at the life of Wisconsinite Johnny Schmitz. Then he discusses possible injuries involved in football and one guest says we need to put culture back in agriculture.
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The Case Against Shopping On Thanksgiving
Many stores will be opening their doors this evening, getting a jump on the holiday shopping season. The president of the Work and Families Institute makes the case for not shopping on Thanksgiving.
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Wausau Baseball Legend Appears in Norman Rockwell Painting
In 1938, Johnny Schmitz hit the major leagues at the age of 18 and had some great years pitching for the Cubs. We’ll learn about Schmitz’ rather unusual career trajectory and how he came to be immortalized in an iconic American painting.
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The Case For A National Town Hall On Football
When it comes to football and concussions, there’s a lot of talk about what’s happening in NFL, but one researcher says it’s time to shift the discussion to the youth and high school levels…and America needs a national town hall meeting on the game.
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This Thanksgiving, food is the first thing on everyone’s minds…but do we ever think about the process of growing this food? Our guest says the end result of gardens isn’t as important as the relationships fostered while growing it.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Chris Malina Producer
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Ellen Galinsky Guest
- Jerald Podair Guest
- Ken Reed Guest
- Venice Williams Guest
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