We look at the impact that Puerto Ricans have had in Wisconsin and the United States. Then, we learn about how Carroll University is using wellness techniques to help students. Then, we talk to the Appleton resident who created of “Spirit Walker,” a cuddly monster taking TikTok by storm.
Featured in this Episode
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Puerto Ricans in Wisconsin
Over the weekend, a comedian at a Trump rally in Madison Square Garden made racist remarks about Puerto Ricans. A UW-Madison professor discusses Puerto Ricans’ significance in Wisconsin and the U.S. to offer critical context for this political moment.
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New Carroll University program offers counseling services for students
This year, Carroll University is operating its new wellness advocate program in an effort to provide counseling services to students grappling with anxiety, homesickness or other problems. Two of the program’s drafters talk about the results of unlicensed counseling for students and future plans.
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The costume designer who builds TikTok’s favorite monster in Appleton
A monster named the “Spirit Walker” has gone viral on TikTok, winning hearts and likes. We talk with its creator, a costume designer in Appleton.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Aurora Santiago Ortiz Guest
- Jessica Lahner Guest
- Jake Eisch Guest
- Brandon Johnson Guest
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Joe Tarr Managing Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
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