Act 10 decision pushback, New childhood literacy recommendations, Green Bay punk doc

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We ask a conservative legal group leader about his criticism of the recent decision overturning a ban on collective bargaining for public employees. Then we hear from a contributing writer for new American Academy of Pediatrics literacy recommendations. And we learn about punk culture in Green Bay.

Featured in this Episode

  • Conservative groups push back against Act 10 decision

    Conservative groups including the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty and the Republican-controlled state Legislature are criticizing a Dane County judge’s decision to restore collective bargaining rights for public employees. We talk with WILL’s leader.

  • Early childhood literacy recommendations change

    For the first time in a decade, the American Academy of Pediatrics is out with a new literacy promotion policy statement, with updated recommendations on how pediatricians and caregivers can encourage early childhood literacy starting at birth. We talk with a Wisconsin pediatrician about the new recommendations.

  • Wisconsin Life

    We hear a story about a Wisconsin business owner trying to revitalize history.

  • New film explores Green Bay’s early punk scene

    A new film shows the rich history of the punk rock scene in Green Bay going back to the 1970s. The culture would go on to become so robust it brought touring acts like the Dead Kennedys and Black Flag to the city.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Rick Esenberg Guest
  • Dr. Dipesh Navsaria Guest
  • Chris Pretti Guest
  • Dean Knetter Executive Producer
  • Tim Peterson Managing Producer
  • Royce Podeszwa Producer
  • Beatrice Lawrence Producer
  • Mackenzie Krumme Producer
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director