Protests, Politics, and Prestidigitation

Release Date: March 15, 2025
Hosts: Stephanie Díaz de León, Rob Chappell, Omar Waheed, Nicholas Garten
Guest: Alder Nikki Conklin

This week on 365 Amplified, we cover everything from local protests to a Madison magician making waves. The episode features a conversation with Alder Nikki Conklin, who is running for re-election in District 9. She discusses key issues in her district, the importance of the Cares Team, and why local elections directly impact everyday life.

We also break down the UW-Madison student walkout in support of Columbia student Mahmoud Khalil and the broader implications of the Department of Education's investigation into universities regarding antisemitism allegations. Plus, we discuss the controversy surrounding this year's Arts Business Competition, where, for the first time in its 16-year history, there were no finalists of color.

On a lighter note, we highlight the rising career of Matthew Teague, a magician from Madison who is taking his craft to national stages after appearing on Penn & Teller: Fool Us. And finally, we round things out with a discussion on what we're looking forward to this spring—except for Omar, whose allergies have other plans.

• News Rundown:
  • UW-Madison Walkout & Mahmoud Khalil’s Case
  • Title VI Complaints & Department of Education Investigations
  • Madison’s Arts Business Competition & Lack of Diversity
  • Madison's Magician, Matthew Teague
• Interview with Alder Nikki Conklin: Local elections, public safety, and housing policy
• Spring Outlook & Roundtable Question: What we’re looking forward to as the seasons change

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