Rob Ferrett and Gene Purcell look at unemployment benefits in WIsconsin, then learn about how new technology could challenge the reign of credit cards. They’ll also explore the popularity of vegan diets.
Featured in this Show
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White House: Nearly 100,000 Could Lose Unemployment Benefits In Wisconsin
A day after a federal budget deal was annouced, the White House says nearly 100,000 Wisconsinites could lose eligibility for long-term unemployment benefits, if Congress doesn’t act in the coming weeks. An economist breaks down what these benefits are, and what could happen next.
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Tech Startups Challenge Currency Status Quo
Tech startups are experimenting with new, digital ways for consumers to pay for things. A writer says these new technologies could challenge the reign of credit cards.
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Al Gore, Jay-Z And…You? The Rise Of The Vegans
A slew of public figures have announced in recent weeks that they’re going vegan. A chef talks about the growing vegan trend in the United States.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Chris Malina Producer
- Laura Dresser Guest
- Matt Vasilogambros Guest
- Ayinde Howell Guest
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