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Wednesday on Lake Effect: Political Authority, Earth Day 50th Anniversary, Electric Bacteria

Wednesday on Lake Effect

We look at the political realities of authority during this pandemic. Then, we mark Earth Day with a look at how the movement has been embraced over the last 50 years. Plus, how skepticism over the discovery of electric bacteria led to innovation.

Guests:

  • Philip Rocco, assistant professor of political science at Marquette University
  • Tia Nelson, managing director of climate at the Outrider Foundation; Congressman Bob Inglis of South Carolina
  • Dr. Ken Nealson, professor of earth and biological sciences at USC