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Many of us turn to online reviews when looking to book a hotel, eat at a restaurant or buy a product online. We talk to a researcher about which reviews we’re most likely to trust and which
ones should trigger some red flags. We also discuss new work requirements for those in the state’s FoodShare program and hear from one Wisconsin business owner who is making a difference in
the lives of seniors in her area. FEATURED IN THIS SHOW * WISCONSIN'S FOODSHARE PROGRAM AND RECIPIENTS FACE CHANGES IN 2019 In 2019, Wisconsin’s FoodShare program will be requiring more
people to work for benefits, and could be raising the minimum hours of required work or training. We talk about what that will mean for the cost of the program and those who need
assistance. * NAVIGATING THE WORLD OF ONLINE REVIEWS Looking for a great place to eat in a city new to you? Try Yelp. Looking for vacation recommendations? Trip Advisor has some tips.
Needing a new vacuum for your apartment for a good price? Look at Amazon reviews. Online reviews have a pretty big hold on the every day life of people, yet we don’t know too much about the
people behind them. Are we more or less likely to listen to the very negative reviews? Does two stars make a difference from three stars? We talk to an expert who has researched our use of
reviews to find out more about our habits. * TECHNOLOGY HELPS OLDER ADULTS FEEL MORE CONNECTED While technology can make our lives easier and more enjoyable, it’s not always the most
accessible to all. Many items no longer come with paper instructions but instead require you to download them, text can be small font, and touch screens challenging to adjust to. We talk
with a small business owner in Wisconsin who is working with older adults and senior communities to show them the magic of technology. EPISODE CREDITS * Judith Siers-Poisson Host * Rob
Ferrett Host * Dean Knetter Producer * Natalie Guyette Producer * Dee Hall Guest * Ulrike Gretzel Guest * Kathy Helgerson Guest _Wisconsin Public Radio, © Copyright 2025, Board of Regents of
the University of Wisconsin System and Wisconsin Educational Communications Board._