Tension at the state Democratic convention over Gaza, Dane County’s first opioid-treatment clinic, A picture book aimed at inspiring Black children

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In this Nov. 14, 2019, photo, Jon Combes holds his bottle of buprenorphine, a medicine that prevents withdrawal sickness in people trying to stop using opiates, as he prepares to take a dose in a clinic in Olympia, Wash. The U.S. Department of Justice made clear, Tuesday, April 2, 2022, that barring the use of medication treatment for opioid abuse is a violation of federal law. Ted S. Warren/AP Photo
In this Nov. 14, 2019, photo, Jon Combes holds his bottle of buprenorphine, a medicine that prevents withdrawal sickness in people trying to stop using opiates, as he prepares to take a dose in a clinic in Olympia, Wash. The U.S. Department of Justice made clear, Tuesday, April 2, 2022, that barring the use of medication treatment for opioid abuse is a violation of federal law. Ted S. Warren/AP Photo

We learn about disagreement in the state Democratic Party over Gaza. Then, the director of a free clinic treating opioid-use disorder explains its approach. Then, Wisconsin Life gets a refugee’s perspective on what “home” means. Then, we hear about a picture book that aims to inspire Black children.

Featured in this Episode

  • The state Democratic Party's debate over fighting in Gaza

    We hear from delegates to the Wisconsin Democratic Party’s convention who differ on how the country should respond to Israel’s invasion of Gaza.

  • Dane County clinic offers new option for people suffering from opioid use disorder

    The only clinic in Dane County offering free, walk-in appointments for people with opioid use disorder is four months into serving patients. We get an update from the director on addressing a gap in medical treatment for people who use substances.

  • Wisconsin Life

    For Mai Lo Lee of Appleton, defining her home is complicated. She shares her story as part of the “Home Is Here” project, which amplifies the voices of the growing number of Black, Asian, Native American and Hispanic residents who call northeastern Wisconsin home. 

  • Wisconsin author inspires Black youth through new children’s book

    A Wisconsin author from St. Lucia is inspiring Black youth to never give up. We meet Baptiste Paul, who is the author of a new picture book called, “Dear You. Dream Big.” He shares his poetic approach to teaching kids about racism and inclusion.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Heba Mohammad Guest
  • Lisa Subeck Guest
  • Dr. Elizabeth Salisbury-Afshar Guest
  • Baptiste Paul Guest
  • Dean Knetter Executive Producer
  • Joe Tarr Producer
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Mackenzie Krumme Producer
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director

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