New construction helmets, Research on soybean products, Author talks history of Latinos in Wisconsin

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Mike Starkey offloads soybeans from his combine as he harvests his crops in Brownsburg, Ind., Friday, Sept. 21, 2018. Michael Conroy/AP Photo

We learn about a collaboration to reduce work-related traumatic brain injuries. Then, a soybean farmer tells us how the crop could be used in firefighting. Then, a Marquette University historian chronicles the role of churches and religious spaces for Latinos in Wisconsin.

Featured in this Episode

  • Wisconsin construction company, toolmaker design new helmets

    An Appleton-based construction company now requires its workers to wear safety helmets in place of hard hats. The company hopes the change will reduce the risk of traumatic brain injuries. We learn more.

  • Could soybeans be used in firefighting foam?

    This week, the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board attended a demonstration in Georgia to review one of its research projects. We learn how the project seeks to use soybeans in firefighting. Plus, we discuss the planting season.

  • New book on Latino belonging and faith in Wisconsin

    Churches were crucial for Latinos navigating immigration to Wisconsin in the 20th century, according to Marquette University historian Sergio Gonzalez. Religious spaces served as catalyst for social and political change even as Latinos faced discrimination and hostility. We hear from Gonzalez, the author of a new book called “Strangers No Longer.”

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Will Cummings Guest
  • Kristin Clements Guest
  • Pat Mullooly Guest
  • Sergio Gonzalez Guest
  • Keegan Kyle Executive Producer
  • Avery Lea Rogers Producer
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • Mackenzie Krumme Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director

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