Central Time
2,157 episodes - English - Latest episode: 29 days ago - ★★★★ - 18 ratingsHosted by Rob Ferrett, "Central Time" takes a unique approach to cover a variety of topics. Executive producer Dean Knetter and producers Tim Peterson, Colleen Leahy, Lorin Cox, Beatrice Lawrence, and Richelle Wilson explore the latest news, cultural trends, and explore ideas -- big and small -- finding the best guests to discuss these thought-provoking topics. Sarah Hopefl is the program's technical director.
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Croatian Cooking, Binge Drinking Research, USDA Research Reports Delayed
October 25, 2019 22:00The food of Croatia is our focus for this week's Food Friday segment. We also talk with a reporter about the agriculture impacts of delayed economic research reports from the USDA. And we look at the cost of binge drinking in Wisconsin.
The Isolating Effect Of Modern Work Schedules, Wisconsin Attorney General Joins Fight
October 24, 2019 23:00A lot of people's relationships with friends and family have become strained, if not abandoned, because of longer and more variable work schedules in America, according to our guest. Then we discuss the Endangered Species Act, and the Trump administration's controversial plan to change it.
Farmers Lack Support From USDA When It Comes To Climate Change Prep, Looking Ahead To Milwaukee Bucks' New Season, Brendan Dassey's Legal Team Sends Letter To Evers Asking For Pardon Or Clemency
October 24, 2019 22:00We talk with an agriculture reporter about a new report that the USDA isn't adequately preparing farmers climate change. Then we preview the Milwaukee Bucks new season. And we talk with a member of Brendan Dassey's legal team about their push for a pardon from Gov. Tony Evers.
New Marquette Poll Around Impeachment, Eau Claire Curler Heading For Youth Olympics, Meritocracy's Downside
October 23, 2019 23:00Marquette Law School's poll director tells us about new polling results related to impeachment. Then we hear from a young Wisconsin curler who's on their way to the 2020 Youth Olympic Games in Switzerland. And a sociologist joins us to discuss why getting -- and staying -- ahead can lead to crime.
State Bill To Benefit Hmong Vets, Wisconsin Doctors Who Uncovered Vaping-Related Lung Disease, This Week In Washington
October 23, 2019 22:00Wisconsin could offer Hmong vets military benefits if a bill passes the state legislature. Then we talk with a Wisconsin doctor who helped identify the lung disease associated with vaping. And our Week In Washington segment includes the latest on impeachment inquiry testimony.
Wisconsin's Aging Workforce, Governor Evers Calls Special Gun Violence Session
October 22, 2019 23:00We discuss the causes and impact of a decline in working-age Wisconsintes. And we talk with a political scientist about Gov. Evers' announcement he will call a special legislative session to take up gun control measures.
Americans Come Together And Debate In One Room, Urban Design And Its Impact On The Modern Commute, Top News
October 22, 2019 22:00We talk to the director of a recent event where hundreds of Americans debated divisive issues of the day -- in one place. Then we learn about ways urban design has shaped how we get to work. And we talk to a state capitol reporter about yesterday's state Supreme Court arguments over lame-duck laws.