Wage Theft Protests, Fictionalized Eau Claire, Wisconsin Life “Retreat,” Potholes

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Wisconsin drivers have a lot of potholes to deal with this spring. Rob Ferrett and Veronica Rueckert find out what the D.O.T. plans to do about them. Then they learn how the band, Bon Iver inspired part of a new novel. During our Wisconsin Life segment, we’ll look at the need for a winter retreat. Then, a look at the wage theft protests, aimed at fast food companies, that took place this week.

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  • Wage Theft Protests Target McDonald's, Fast Food Industry

    ‘Wage theft’ protests happened across the United States this week, targeting fast food companies like McDonald’s. A law expert explains what’s behind the protests, and the lawsuits filed against the industry.

  • Fictionalized Eau Claire Takes Center State In New Wisconsin Novel

    Nickolas Butler’s new novel, “Shotgun Lovesongs” is getting great early reviews. The novel is set in Little Wing, a fictionalized version of Eau Claire and tells the story of four friends who re-unite there. With a character based on Justin Vernon, and plenty of Midwestern poignancy, we’ll hear how the novel might be helping readers see Wisconsin with fresh eyes.

  • After Frigid Winter, Wisconsin Prepares For Pothole Season

    After a brutally cold winter, Wisconsin is finally starting to show signs of spring. And if you’re a motorist, one of the telltale signs of the season? Potholes. A state highway engineer talks about how potholes form, and what the state is doing about them.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Chris Malina Producer
  • Mitch Guest
  • Nickolas Butler Guest
  • Todd Matheson Guest

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