A professor explains a new housing inventory report. Then, we learn what tariffs under President Trump could mean for farmers. Plus, we revisit Trump’s vow to pardon those charged for actions on January 6th, 2021. We also talk to hosts of an Eau Claire podcast that centers queer life in rural areas.
Featured in this Episode
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Housing Inventory Report: Madison leads Midwest, Texas leads nation
From 2005 to 2023, Madison stands out as a top performer in the Upper Midwest in addressing the housing shortage, according to a new analysis. Yet, Texas has 15 cities out-pacing the nation in housing stock growth. A UW-Madison urban planner examines the report and offers takeaways.
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President Trump's vows to pardon people for Jan. 6th insurrection
We revisit Trump’s vow to pardon those charged for actions on Jan. 6th, 2021.
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How will high tariffs affect Wisconsin farmers?
President Trump made tariffs a cornerstone of his campaign. But trade wars from his last time in office hurt soybean farmers. A soybean farmer and a UW-Eau Claire economics professor explain what we can expect from a second Trump administration.
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New ‘Small Town Big Gays’ podcast
A new Eau Claire based podcast is trying to defy the misconception that queer people only live and thrive in big cities. The “Small Town Big Gays” podcast highlights queer life in rural areas and discusses topics like dating, religion and local icons.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Kurt Paulsen Guest
- Tanner Johnson Guest
- Thomas Kemp Guest
- Chance Smith Guest
- Travis Gorell Guest
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Mackenzie Krumme Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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