“Meet Garrett Smith, a remarkable US Navy Veteran who defied the odds when he was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) during his military service. Doctors initially gave him a grim prognosis of six to 18 months to live, but here he is, more than six years later, sharing his incredible journey. Despite losing the […]

Sarah Blonsky, mom, teacher and advocate for persons with disabilities tells her story about difficult pregnancies: losing her first child, having a child with down syndrome, losing her third child, a daughter, and having her fourth child, her second daughter. Having the choice available to have an abortion should she need it made all the […]

  In this episode Quin Brunette talks about the challenges and triumphs of serving on the School Board. The District is in a better place than when he started twelve years ago, but the recent takeover by outside groups has him concerned.  How do we stop the efforts that might undermine public education?  How can […]

All five Bird brothers served in the military at different times.  After enlisting John became ill with Guillain-Barre syndrome. Phil and Joe served in Vietnam. As is typical, they never talked much about their experiences together. In this episode, they share their stories and talk about the life-long impact of serving in the military.  Learn the […]

Tanya Atkinson is the president & CEO of Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, a nonprofit health care provider.  A social worker (and stand-up comedian), Tanya began her career working with youth (and in tiny comedy clubs).  She has volunteered for a number of area nonprofits, and is currently on the board of The Lesbian Fund, a […]