We talk about wildfire prevention and preparedness efforts in Wisconsin. Then, we explore the world of internet detectives — and its ethics. Then, we talk about an under-appreciated bird: the gull.
Featured in this Episode
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Preventing wildfires in Wisconsin
As wildfires rage in Los Angeles, nearly half of Wisconsin’s towns, cities and villages are described as being at a “high” or “very high” risk to destructive wildfires. A state Department of Natural Resources wildfire prevention specialist explains how communities can prepare for fires.
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How crime stories take on an online life of their own
When a big crime story breaks, it’s not uncommon for people online to try to solve it. But when does this “internet sleuthing” help or harm police efforts to find justice? A UW-Madison media ethics expert weighs in.
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Wisconsin Life
We hear a story about showing emotions in front of your kids.
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The world of gulls
There are about 50 species of gulls that live all over the world, but many birders don’t give them much respect. Amar Ayyash aims to change that. We talk with him about his new book, “The Gull Guide: North America.”
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Catherine Koele Guest
- Kathleen Bartzen Culver Guest
- Amar Ayyash Guest
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Richelle Wilson Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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