Following Wisconsin’s chaotic election last month, held in the midst of an ongoing global pandemic, the nation now has its eyes on vote-by-mail as a possible solution for ensuring voter access and safety in the November general election. What would have to happen between now and then to expand vote-by-mail programs nationwide? Why is it […]
How the U.S. Postal Service Shaped American Society and Democracy
As the U.S. Postal Service faces a new financial crisis in the midst of the pandemic, we take this opportunity to learn about the history of the USPS and its vital role in shaping American society and democracy with historian Richard R. John. Richard R. John is a professor of history and communications at Columbia […]
May Day Strikes and Labor in the Time of Trump
Last Friday, on May Day, thousands of essential workers at large corporations like Amazon, Target, and Instacart went on a one-day strike to protest their unsafe working conditions, low wages, and lack of healthcare benefits and paid sick leave. On today’s episode, we learn more about the strikes and put them in the context of […]
What COVID-19 Is Doing to the U.S. Food Supply
There seems to be a huge disconnect between what’s available in grocery stores and what’s happening on many farms across the country. It’s a paradox: grocery stores are running out of milk, but dairy farmers are dumping milk because there is nowhere for the normal supply to go due to widespread school, cafeteria, and restaurant […]
Book Love in the Time of Corona
For many people, books provide comfort, distraction, or a window into another world—something we could all use a little bit more of these days. Today’s show explores how readers are accessing books and supporting local bookstores and literary events in new ways, from the distance. First, we talk to Joanne Berg, Jayne Rowsam, and Charlotte Colaluca […]
On the Frontlines: Healthcare Workers on COVID-19
Healthcare workers are on the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis, and they aren’t getting the support they need from their employers or the government. Today on the show, we focus on the challenges nurses are facing at work amid the pandemic. Our guests are Kate Walton, staff nurse in the emergency department at UW Hospital, […]
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