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Podcast: La Crosse Talk PM WIZM
Episode: Dr. Jim Lattis on how La Crosse helped make Wisconsin a leader in astronomy
Description: When you think of what Wisconsin's best known for, the list usually starts with beer, cheese and the Packers. According to Dr. Jim Lattis, however, there is a "Top 5" contender we often overlook: astronomy. Lattis, the recently retired director of UW Space Place, joined to discuss why the Badger State has been a global leader in space research for over 150 years. The conversation is a bit of a preview to an event Lattis will lead next week in Onalaska. The talk is part of the Badger Talk series at the La Crosse County...