We look at the growing child care worker shortage. Then, college students explain how they view the first presidential election they can vote in. Then, an effort to train caregivers with mindfulness training.
Featured in this Episode
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Growing demand for child care
The state Department of Children and Families found that nearly 60 percent of child care providers are operating below capacity, mainly due to staffing challenges. A New Glarus-based childcare provider and a childcare researcher explain the state of the child care industry.
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Student voters share opinions about the 2024 presidential election
Students and a professor from a political rhetoric course at UW-Madison reflect on lessons from the class and what it’s like being a first-time voter this election.
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Wisconsin native offers caregivers mindfulness training
In northeast Wisconsin, the Brown County Caregiver Coalition is hosting an upcoming event to guide caregivers to wellness. The event’s keynote speaker, Joy Jordan, offers insight on meditation and mindfulness.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Corrine Hendrickson Guest
- Paula Drew Guest
- Allison Prasch Guest
- Joy Jordan Guest
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Joe Tarr Managing Producer
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
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