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The legacy of Katie Nekola

August 26, 2026

Katie Nekola's retirement announcement may have lasted all of 10 seconds, but the impact of her career will be felt for decades.…

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Support Clean Energy? You’re Not Alone

August 24, 2026

If you believe clean energy has a place in Wisconsin, don't let others speak for you. Join your neighbors, ask questions, and make your voice heard.…

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What’s behind PFAS contamination on Wisconsin lands?

August 21, 2026

Landspreading contaminated wastes—such as industrial sludges and municipal biosolids—is also one of the major pathways in which per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) enter the environment.…

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Wisconsin Farmer Answers Your Questions About Wind Energy

August 17, 2026

In this episode, Amy heads to Columbia County to separate fact from fiction about wind energy… and learn a thing or two about cows!…

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How does contaminated sediment affect our health?

August 14, 2026

Pollutants in lake, river, and stream sediment enter aquatic food webs and accumulate in fish, contributing to Wisconsin's fish consumption advisories to protect against unsafe exposure to contaminants like mercury, PCBs, and PFAS.…

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Milwaukee residents are shaping a community-driven vision for faster disaster response, more equitable recovery systems, and better-connected neighborhoods

Milwaukee flood brings community voices to the surface

August 14, 2026

In recent years, Milwaukee residents have faced increasingly severe flooding events that have left homes damaged, streets submerged, and families struggling to recover.…

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The Defender Episode 83: How to take the trash out of your life

How to Take the Trash Out of Your Life

August 10, 2026

Overwhelmed by the environmental problems we face? In this episode, how to use your knowledge and power to find your happy place.…

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How do ozone levels impact public health in Wisconsin?

August 6, 2026

Unlike the protective ozone layer high in the atmosphere, ground-level ozone damages the lungs and respiratory system, increasing the risk of asthma attacks, respiratory illness, hospitalization, and premature death.…

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Debris on a bridge over the Menomonee River in Wauwatosa after the severe floods of August 9-10, 2025

One year later: What the Milwaukee flood took and what it left behind

August 2, 2026

Milwaukee's August 2025 flood was more than a single extreme weather event — it was a reminder about the importance of elevating community voices during climate emergencies.…

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The Defender Episode 82:Can Small Farms Save Wisconsin's Water?

Can Small Farms Save Wisconsin’s Water?

July 27, 2026

In this episode, Amy talks with Chaz Self from Grassway Organics about the future of farming, and where we all fit in. Plus, pizza!…

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