U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-Wisconsin) talks about his legislative priorities. Then, the state Department of Children and Families’ secretary-designee discusses how changes in federal adoption law affect Wisconsinites. And a family tells their story about adopting four kids and being foster parents.
Featured in this Episode
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U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany talks education, ongoing effects of the federal funding freeze, USAID and more
The representative talks about current issues and his priorities for the 119th Congress.
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How new federal and state laws affect adoption, foster care
We speak to the Secretary-designee for the state’s Department of Children and Families about how new federal and state policies surrounding adoption and foster care affect Wisconsinites.
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What it’s like to foster — and adopt — children in Wisconsin
A Wisconsin family recounts their journey adopting their children while keeping their home open to children who need foster or respite placements.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Tom Tiffany Guest
- Jeff Pertl Guest
- Kara Bennier Guest
- Joseph Bennier Guest
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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