New research of Down syndrome, Moving advice for seniors, Metal detecting in Wisconsin

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Rob Rizzo travels Wisconsin with his metal detector, finding homeowners who want their older properties searched for historical objects or lost items.
Rob Rizzo travels Wisconsin with his metal detector, finding homeowners who want their older properties searched for historical objects or lost items. (Photo courtesy of Rob Rizzo)

The head of a UW-Madison lab talks about new research of Down syndrome. Then, the Appleton-based writer of “Ask Jean” shares moving tips for older adults. Then, we talk with a pair of Wisconsin detectorists about their hobby, free services and community.

Featured in this Episode

  • New research seeks to map the brains of people with Down syndrome

    A lab at UW-Madison is working to create an atlas of prenatal brains with Down syndrome in an effort to better understand the condition. The leader of the lab joins us.

  • 'Ask Jean' writer seeks to help people move later in life

    We talk with the owner of an Appleton-based moving company who seeks to help seniors and their families navigate the difficulties of moving later in life. She also writes “Ask Jean,” a monthly advice column about aging and life transitions.

  • Wisconsin detectorists

    The Midwest is home to dozens of clubs dedicated to metal detecting. We speak with two Wisconsin detectorists about why they hunt and what they find.

Episode Credits

  • Lee Rayburn Host
  • Anita Bhattacharyya Guest
  • Jean Long Manteufel Guest
  • Jim Winter Guest
  • Rob Rizzo Guest
  • Keegan Kyle Executive Producer
  • Trevor Hook Producer
  • Avery Lea Rogers Producer
  • Mackenzie Krumme Producer
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director

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