We break down the numbers in a new study of PFAS chemicals in Wisconsinites and its health effects. Then we hear from a pair of Wisconsin book publishers about their efforts to elevate authors. And we meet Wisconsin broomball world champions from Superior.
Featured in this Episode
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Study measures prevalence of PFAS in Wisconsinites
Research from the UW School of Medicine and Public Health finds that while PFAS chemicals are in most Wisconsin residents, with older white men who eat locally-caught fish having the highest levels. A senior data scientist tells us what this research does and doesn’t mean for forever chemical exposure in food.
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An independent book press perspective
Although “The Big Five” publishers make up the vast majority of bestselling books in the United States, new competition is in the works. According to Publishers Weekly more authors are seeking small, independent publishers to take their work from manuscript to the shelf. We speak with two Wisconsin-based independent publishers.
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Broomball world champions in Superior
Two men from Superior led the broomball team Squall USA to win the world championship in France last month. They join us to share their experience at the tournament and why they love the sport.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Amy Schultz Guest
- Kristin Mitchell Guest
- Ross K Tangedal Guest
- Aiden Bachand Guest
- Blake Hanson Guest
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Joe Tarr Managing Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
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