Steve Paulson chats with three writers from “The Onion” - the satirical newspaper that started out here in Madison.
Intelligent. Optimistic. Curious.
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Colum McCann's novel "Let the Great World Spin" takes place on the day of tight-rope artist Philipe Petit's trip across the World Trade Centers.
Writer Mike Magnuson tells Steve Paulson that people make assumptions about him because of his size and appearance, describes his work history as a grunt.
Jerome Wakefield tells Steve Paulson how the medical profession's attempts to make precise diagnoses have led them to define emotional states as medical conditions.
Lisa Chamberlain is a Gen-X journalist and author. She feels the economy has been an enormous influence on Generation X, turning them into innovators and free-thinkers who operate outside the status quo.
How painting radium on watches and instrument dials killed more than 50 young women working in Ottawa, Illinois.
Patty Loveless talks with Anne Strainchamps about some of the music from her new album “On Your Way Home.”
Lucy Jago tells Steve Paulson about the life and work of the Norwegian scientist who figured out what really causes the Northern Lights.
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