Kristin Lyerly
The Doctor Is In, and She’s Bearish on Wisconsin’s Health Care Future. (Sept 27 – Hour 2)
The repeal of abortion rights under Roe v. Wade affects more than the sliver of the population being targeted by politicians. Dr. Kristin Lyerly outlines the damage it’s doing to recruiting and retaining health care providers to rural Wisconsin, and she addresses common myths spread by politicians about abortion care.
Ba-De-Ya. Do You Remember When Nurses Had a Union? (Sept 21 – Hour 3)
Dr. Kristin Lyerly and Kirk Bangstad join in the questioning of a UW Health nurse about efforts to have union representation once again. Pat also offers up an Earth Wind & Fire lyrics quiz to see if anyone’s knowledge base goes beyond asking if they remember… the 21st night of September. On Thursday: Courier Newsroom […]
The Evolution of Dark Brandon. The Threats to Rural Health Care in Wisconsin. (Sept 7 – Hour 3)
Interpreting and celebrating a meme that began as mockery but now is a symbol of President Biden’s legislative victories. And Dr. Lyerly reminds us that the state’s 1849 abortion ban isn’t limited to women’s care. It’s likely to make it even more difficult to attract and retain good physicians to care for everyone in rural […]
From Pong to TikTok, Technology Is Very Good—Also Very Bad (Sept 7 – Hour 2)
A discussion with Dr. Kristin Lyerly begins with devices and moves into video games, covering the many ways our world is more closely connected, even as individuals appear to be moving further apart in our discourse. There is also a conversation about whether standing in a pool of bodily fluids helps or hurts med school […]
What Do You Mean Mom Forgot It Was the First Day of School? Guest: Dr. Kristin Lyerly (Aug 31 – Hour 3)
The new school year sneaks up on some people faster than others, as Dr. Lyerly can sheepishly attest. Also, Tim Michels can try to claim he’s being persecuted for his values, but his major contributions to anti-LGBTQ and anti-choice causes show the potential hazard in electing an extremist as governor. On Thursday: Political analyst Joe […]
Where Are Your Favorite Giant Fiberglass Animals? Guest: Dr. Kristin Lyerly (Aug 24 – Hour 3)
Wisconsin has its share of roadside attractions, many featuring very large animals or mythical creatures. Dr. Kristin Lyerly also discusses the benefits of bike riding and being more candid with your doctor about your medical history.
Hour 3 – Trust the Doctor, Not the Politicians Pretending to Be One
Dr. Kristin Lyerly and Dr. Ann Helms explain why the Committee to Protect Health Care in Wisconsin is speaking out about the views expressed by gubernatorial candidate Tim Michels—positions that won’t merely ban abortion but interfere in the care of patients with medical complications and couples wanting to plan their pregnancies. On Monday: Journalist Dan […]
A Wisconsin Quiz for Tim Michels (Aug 10 – Hour 3)
Kristin Lyerly, Pat, and Luke offer to help Connecticut businessman Tim Michels appear to be better in touch with the Badger State by creating a quiz for carpetbaggers with big aspirations.
Hour 3: The UpNorth Podcast Goes AM
Guests – Kirk Bangstad, Kristin Lyerly, Dr. Gillian Battino We begin a weekly visit with Minocqua Brewing Co. owner Kirk Bangstad—and Dr. Kristin Lyerly, an Ob/Gyn and former legislative candidate. The panel interviews Gillian Battino, a Wausau physician and candidate for state treasurer.
Groundhog day, the lawn wars, and a Secretary of State in limbo
Today, Wisconsin radio veteran–nay, radio LEGEND–Jane Matenaer (@janematenaer) joins. Is it Ground hog’s day? The stupidity of lawn wars, what’s happening with the Secretary of State, and a conversation w. Dr. Kristin Lyerly (@KristinLyerly) on women’s health in Wisconsin post Roe.
