The line between public and private education is blurring. Journalist Cara Fitzpatrick explains the extent in her book, “The Death of Public School.” Then, a University of Iowa behavioral neuroscientist explores how moving through the sleep cycle is vital to getting high-quality rest.
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Wisconsin key to national rise of school voucher programs
Wisconsin played a key role in jeopardizing America’s public education system, says the author of “The Death of Public School: How Conservatives Won the War Over Education in America.” The author discusses the blurred lines between public and private education. Original air date: Oct. 12, 2023
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What happens in our bodies when we’re asleep?
People spend a third of their lives sleeping, much of it dominated by REM sleep when many dreams occur. We talk with a leading authority on sleep to find out what is happening in our bodies during REM sleep. Original air date: Nov. 20, 2023
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Cara Fitzpatrick Guest
- Mark Blumberg Guest
- Keegan Kyle Executive Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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