The head of the Wisconsin Bankers Association discusses evolving banking rules. Then, we detail accusations that the country’s largest meatpackers used migrant children in slaughterhouses and hear ideas for protecting children. Then we learn about efforts to build community in Portage County.
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The Wisconsin Bankers Association head explains what people should know about banks
The head of the Wisconsin Bankers Association explains what people should know about evolving rules and regulations for banks.
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Meatpackers settle suit alleging use of migrant children in slaughterhouse work
Two of the country’s biggest meatpackers – Perdue Farms and JBS – have settled with the Labor Department for using migrant children to do dangerous work in slaughterhouses. We learn about meatpacking regulations and hear ideas for better protecting children.
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Rural task force offers social connections for seniors
The Rural Community Connections Task Force in Portage County seeks to reduce social isolation and loneliness. We learn how the organization is building social infrastructure in the county and explore its new event series bringing people together.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rose Oswald Poels Guest
- Alexia Kulwiec Guest
- Nina Mast Guest
- Dana Lawson Guest
- Kate Giblin Guest
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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