U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan, a Democrat representing the Madison area, offers his take on national politics. Then, we talk with a researcher investigating the origins of life on Earth. Then, an author explains how Racine’s working class shaped the state’s history.
Featured in this Episode
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A view from the minority party
We talk with U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan (D-Madison) about how Democrats are responding to President Donald Trump’s agenda and what options they have as the minority party.
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UW scientists receive grant to research origins of life
The Keck Foundation awarded UW-Madison researchers a $1.3 million grant to research nitrogenase, an enzyme in part behind the origins of life on Earth. We talk with the head researcher of the project for a review of humanity’s understanding of life’s origins.
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Racine’s working class history
A Rutgers professor and author argues that the legacy of Racine’s working-class community was key in making Wisconsin the battleground state today – and it can offer lessons to bolster the strength of organized labor today. This interview previously aired on Jan. 13, 2025.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Mark Pocan Guest
- Betül Kaçar Guest
- Naomi R. Williams Guest
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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