Here & Now for August 8, 2025

On "Here & Now," UW-Madison agriculture and applied economics professor Steven Deller on what new tariffs, jobs and spending figures mean for the economy, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources forest fire protection section chief James Barnier considers risks of large and widespread wildfires as federal funding is cut, and University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. James Conway describes a measles outbreak in Oconto County and a low state vaccination rate. Plus, patient advocates work to navigate complex health plans to find opportunity and options. For transcripts, video, and more information about this episode please visit our episode page at: https://pbswisconsin.org/podcast_episode/here-now-for-august-8-2025/?seriesID=59921