Republican Senator Ron Johnson shares his thoughts on the Trump administration’s import tariffs. We also learn about soil health projects happening in Grant County. Plus, a look at the uncertain future of the Weis Earth Science Museum in Menasha.
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Sen. Johnson discusses Trump tariffs
Wisconsin Republican U.S. Senator Ron Johnson joins us to share his thoughts on the Trump administration’s use of tariffs and the resulting volatility in the shock market.
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Soil projects measure agricultural sustainability
A farmer-led learning center and the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa are working toward sustainable agriculture in Grant County. We explore the Fields of Sinsinawa, including a new soil health project. Then, we visit Vernon County where in-ground probes monitor soil temperature and precipitation.
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Wisconsin Life
Famed Wisconsin musician Justin Vernon from the band Bon Iver talks about his career and why he stays close to home.
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What will happen to Wisconsin’s official mineralogical museum?
The future of the Weis Earth Science Museum hangs in the balance as its host institution, UW-Oshkosh at Fox Cities, is set to close this summer. We talk to a geology professor about the museum’s unique history and mission, its role as a hub for women in geology, and what is at stake if it closes.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Ron Johnson Guest
- Rick Bieber Guest
- Samer Kharbush Guest
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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