150 years ago, freed slaves established a colony here in the state. In today’s Curious Wisconsin segment, Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert learn about Wisconsin’s freedmen. They’ll also discuss the State of The Tribes address, and novelist Gary Shtyngart tells his story of immigrating to America.
Featured in this Show
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New Menominee Chairwoman Delivers State Of The Tribes Address
Newly chosen Menominee Chairperson Laurie Boivin delivers the State of the Tribes address on Thursday. The relationship between the tribes and the state legislature has been tense in recent years.
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Curious Wisconsin: Civil War Era Freed Slaves In The Badger State
150 years ago, freed slaves formed a colony here in Wisconsin. A historian tells the story of Wisconsin’s community of freedmen.
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Novelist Tells His Immigrant Story
Our guest memoirist says moving from Russia to America in the 80s was like “stumbling off a monochromatic cliff and landing in a pool of pure Technicolor.” His immigrant story, today.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Galen Druke Producer
- Shawn Johnson Guest
- Gregory Bond Guest
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