We hear voices from the Democratic National Convention. Then, we get reaction to the prison sentencing of a woman who killed the man who trafficked her. Then, we learn about how Madison lakes have high levels of forever chemicals. Then, two competitive para dancers detail their art.
Featured in this Episode
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Voices from the Democratic National Convention
The Democratic National Convention is being held in Chicago this week. Our producers are on the ground and bring us interviews with Wisconsin delegates and attendees.
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Trafficking victim sentenced
This week, a Wisconsin judge sentenced Chrystul Kizer to 11 years in prison followed by five years of supervision for killing the man who trafficked her when she was a child. An advocate for survivors of human trafficking reacts to the case and what precedent it could set for other victims.
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Wisconsin Life
Writer Jill Sisson Quinn and her son had a summer routine. They would go to their local lake for a chilly, early morning swim almost every day. But last summer, they tried somewhere new. The experience opened Quinn’s eyes to the joys of both new and old loves.
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Highest levels of toxic PFAS in Wisconsin are found in two Dane County lakes
A new study shows the highest levels of toxic chemicals known as PFAS in Wisconsin are found in two Dane County lakes. We talk to a co-author of the study about the findings and the risks they pose to nearby residents, wildlife and pets.
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Para dancers represent Wisconsin at national competition
Earlier this month, four dancers from Wisconsin competed in the first-ever official U.S.-based Para Dance Sport championship in Detroit. We talk to two of these dancers about their experience at the competition and what para dancing means to them.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Claudine O'Leary Guest
- Christy Remucal Guest
- Eve Dahl Guest
- Martha Siravo
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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