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Monday
5/20/2013
6:00 AM
130520A

How to avoid giving too much information
Have you ever asked someone "how are you doing" and then heard their whole life story? Joy Cardin's guest discusses the triggers of TMI - or Too Much Information - and how to avoid it.

Then, in the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, Joy's guest fire prevention expert says despite a wet spring for much of Wisconsin, campfires can still get out-of-hand if you're not careful. He shares some tips to help minimize the risk of starting a dangerous, destructive blaze this upcoming holiday weekend.

Guests:
- Elizabeth Bernstein, columnist for the Wall Street Journal. Recent piece: http://wpr.org/r/?1123
- Ron Gropp, Fire and Law Enforcement Section Chief with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Burning restrictions: http://wpr.org/r/?1124

Monday
5/20/2013
7:00 AM
130520B

State Capitol Report: May 20
Governor Scott Walker touts private sector job growth for 2012 while Democrats criticize a dismal April 2013. In this week's State Capitol Report, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter discusses the latest job reports, Walker's slimmed-down budget plans for the University of Wisconsin, and other significant developments in Wisconsin politics.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
5/20/2013
7:30 AM
130520X

State Capitol Report: Lemon Law Reform
State Republicans are proposing a bill that would drastically reform Wisconsin's lemon law. In the second half of the State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin's first guest explains why he says the current law drives up costs for consumers and manufacturers. Then, her guest lemon law attorney says the threat of paying double damages persuades manufacturers to settle cases, which helps consumers.

Guests:
- Scott Manley, Vice President of Government Relations for Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce.
- Vince Megna, lemon law attorney with the firm Aiken & Scoptur (SKAHP-tur), S.C. in Milwaukee.

Monday
5/20/2013
8:00 AM
130520C

Wild Ones by Jon Mooallem
With millions of species on the brink of extinction, Joy Cardin's guest this hour says we live in a world so out of balance that many cannot survive without human intervention. He talks about his exploration of the innovative, and sometimes absurd, modern conservation efforts underway today.

Guest: Jon Mooallem (MOO-ah-lem), contributing writer to the "New York Times Magazine;" author of, "Wild Ones: A Sometimes Dismaying, Weirdly Reassuring Story About Looking at People Looking at Animals in America."

Monday
5/20/2013
9:00 PM
130520C

Friday
5/17/2013
6:00 AM
130517A

Things to See and Do in Madison
With UW-Madison's Memorial Union Terrace, the bustling farmers' market on the Capitol Square, and eclectic State Street shops, Wisconsin's capital city is a pretty happening place! Joy Cardin and her guest tourism expert salute Madison by discussing the obvious - and the not-so-obvious - things to see and do, and welcome your suggestions.

Guest: Judy Frankel, Public Relations and Communications Manager with the Greater Madison Convention and Visitors Bureau. www.visitmadison.com

Friday
5/17/2013
7:00 AM
130517B

Lose Weight by Organizing Your Life
If you're struggling with your weight, it might be a sign that your life needs a little clean-up. This hour, Joy Cardin's guest says there's often a direct link between disorganization and overeating. She shares her advice for losing weight by decluttering your life.

Guest: Dorothy Breininger, professional organizer; member and lecturer for the National Association of Professional Organizers and Institute for Challenging Disorganization; she regularly appears on A&E's "Hoarders;" author of, "Stuff Your Face or Face Your Stuff: Lose Weight by Decluttering Your Life."

Friday
5/17/2013
8:00 AM
130517C

Week in Review: May 17
The White House springs into damage control over recent controversies involving the IRS, the Associated Press, and Benghazi. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing political perspectives discuss those issues in the Week in Review, along with the military sex abuse crisis, Governor Scott Walker's revised budget plan for the University of Wisconsin, and more.

Guests:
- Kevin Hermening, political activist and former chair of the Marathon County Republican Party
- Ed Fallone, Associate Professor of Law at Marquette University

Friday
5/17/2013
9:00 PM
130517C

Week in Review: May 17
The White House springs into damage control over recent controversies involving the IRS, the Associated Press, and Benghazi. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing political perspectives discuss those issues in the Week in Review, along with the military sex abuse crisis, Governor Scott Walker's revised budget plan for the University of Wisconsin, and more.

Guests:
- Kevin Hermening, political activist and former chair of the Marathon County Republican Party.
- Ed Fallone, Associate Professor of Law at Marquette University.

Thursday
5/16/2013
6:00 AM
130516A

All About Turtles
Wildlife officials are urging motorists to watch out for turtles crossing Wisconsin roads to lay their eggs. Joy Cardin's guest researcher discusses what drivers can do to save turtles, the various species in the state, myths and misconceptions, and answers your turtle-related questions.

Guest: Brendan Reid, a graduate student in the Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology at UW-Madison; he's been studying the effects of environmental change on Wisconsin turtles.

Thursday
5/16/2013
7:00 AM
130516B

Gwen Moore on the Working Families Flexibilty Ac...
Congresswoman Gwen Moore joins Joy to discuss how "The Working Families Flexibility Act" would allow employers to schedule their workers for overtime hours without having to provide them with overtime pay.

Guest: Gwen Moore, Democratic U.S. Representative from Wisconsin.

Thursday
5/16/2013
7:30 AM
130516X

Nancy DiTomaso on Black unemployment.
Nancy DiTomaso is the Vice Dean for Faculty and Research at Rutgers Business School and the author of "The American Dilemma" which provides a comprehensive examination of the persistence of racial inequality in the post civil rights era. She will discuss how social media drives Black unemployment.

Guest: Dr. Nancy DiTomaso Vice Dean for Faculty and Research at Rutgers Business School, and author of "The American Dilemma".

Thursday
5/16/2013
8:00 AM
130516C

The Autistic Brain
It's estimated that one in 88 children in the United States are on the autism spectrum, yet much remains unknown about this syndrome. Joy Cardin talks with autism expert Temple Grandin about the latest research and treatment, as well as some of the long-overlooked strengths of autism.

Guest: Temple Grandin, professor at Colorado State University and a past member of the board of directors of the Autism Society of America. She's the author of several books, including "The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum." http://templegrandin.com/

Thursday
5/16/2013
9:00 PM
130516C

Wednesday
5/15/2013
6:00 AM
130515A

Latest Marquette University Law School Poll
Joy Cardin welcomes pollster Charles Franklin to analyze the results of his most recent Marquette University Law School Poll. They discuss how Wisconsin residents feel about the state budget, education, jobs, gun background checks and a look at 2016.

Guest: Charles Franklin, professor of political science at UW-Madison, and director of the Marquette University Law School Poll; he's the co-founder of www.Pollster.com and Founder of www.PollsAndVotes.com.

Wednesday
5/15/2013
7:00 AM
130515B

GOP Legislatures Taking Over Local Policies
Republican state governments across the country, including in Wisconsin, are taking more control over local affairs. Joy Cardin's guest political scientist discusses why efforts to end residency requirements for local governments, kill a proposed streetcar for Milwaukee, and prohibit local cities from banning sugary drinks are taking place.

Guest: Mordecai Lee, Professor of Governmental Affairs at UW-Milwaukee.

Wednesday
5/15/2013
8:00 AM
130515C

Parenting Without Borders
Joy Cardin's guest this hour says there's a lot we can learn from parents all over the world. She'll explain why American-style "helicopter parenting" can be damaging to a kid and how other cultures go about raising well-rounded children.

Guest: Christine Gross-Loh, author of, "Parenting Without Borders: Surprising Lessons Parents Around the World Can Teach Us." She's also a contributor to Mothering.com and has a Ph.D from Harvard University in East Asian history.

Wednesday
5/15/2013
9:00 PM
130515C

Tuesday
5/14/2013
6:00 AM
130514A

Most Popular Names of 2012
For the second straight year, Jacob and Sophia are the most popular baby names in America, according to the Social Security Administration. Joy Cardin's guest expert discusses why parents are so fond of those names. Plus, she takes a look at other notable naming trends in 2012, and welcomes the story behind your name and your children's names.

Guest: Laura Wattenberg, creator of www.BabyNameWizard.com and author of "The Baby Name Wizard," which was released in its third edition last week.

Tuesday
5/14/2013
7:00 AM
130514B

Two Takes on IRS Targeting Tea Party Groups
The IRS is under fire after announcing it targeted tea party groups for additional scrutiny. Joy Cardin talks with a tea party supporter who says this revelation should unite people of all backgrounds. Then, her guest from the ACLU says it's time to create ironclad checks on the IRS to keep this from happening again.

Guests:
- Scottie Hughes, News Director and Chief Journalist for the Tea Party News Network and a contributor to Patriot.TV and PatriotUpdate.com. She's also a columnist for TownHallFinance.com and TownHall.com. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?1121
- Gabe Rottman, Legislative Counsel and Policy Advisor with the ACLU. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?1122

Tuesday
5/14/2013
8:00 AM
130514C

On Your Money: May 14 edition
It's time for another edition of On Your Money! This week, Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley pay tribute to the entertainment - and educational - value of "The Office," some new appeal for the Roth 401(k), and tips on ridding your home of electronic junk.

Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
5/14/2013
9:00 PM
130514C

Monday
5/13/2013
6:00 AM
130513A

Study: Parents Glad to Have Adult Kids Return Ho...
A new study is dispelling the notion that parents are not happy to have their adult children return to live with them. Joy Cardin talks with the author of that research about why Mom and Dad report mostly positive, stress-free relationships with their kids. Study: http://wpr.org/r/?1116/clarkpoll/

Then, in the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, Joy's guest says invasive plants are spreading on nearly all public and private lands in Wisconsin. She discusses why she says action needs to be taken now to control the population before it's too late.

Guests:
- Jeffrey Arnett, Research Professor in the Department of Psychology at Clark University.
- Jill Hapner, Executive Director of the Southeastern Wisconsin Invasive Species Consortium, Inc. www.sewisc.org

Monday
5/13/2013
7:00 AM
130513B

State Capitol Report: May 13
State Republicans and Democrats are both calling for more school aid in light of an extra $500 million in projected revenue. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin and WPR's state government reporter discuss this story and other major budget developments, including residency rules, WEDC, large beverages, and more.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
5/13/2013
7:30 AM
130513X

State Capitol Report: "Junk Food" bill
The State Capitol Report continues when Joy Cardin's guest reporter says that under a bill the Assembly passed last week, organic milk, brown eggs, gluten-free bread, sharp cheddar and other whole foods would be treated as "junk food." She discusses why she says the Republican legislation is "unduly punitive of the poor."

Guest: Rebekah Wilce (WILSS), researcher and reporter for the Center for Media and Democracy; she's the lead writer for the CMD's Food Rights Network. Report: http://wpr.org/r/?1115

Monday
5/13/2013
8:00 AM
130513C

Paper: An Elegy
Paper is such a part of us that it is like a second skin. Without it, we are nothing. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest this hour, who discusses the cultural significance of paper, and why it is here to stay, even in the digital age.

Guest: Ian Sansom, author of, "Paper: An Elegy"

Monday
5/13/2013
9:00 PM
130513C

Friday
5/10/2013
6:00 AM
130510A

Badger State of Mind
There is plenty to see and do in Wisconsin's major cities, but Joy Cardin's guest travel expert says don't forget about the small towns and countryside! She'll take us off the beaten path and highlight the state's natural beauty and other one-of-a-kind destinations, and welcome your favorite places along Wisconsin's back roads.

Guest: Kelly Maddern, author of "Badger State of Mind;" she blogs at www.badgerstateofmind.com.

Friday
5/10/2013
7:00 AM
130510B

Advice for the Class of 2013
It's graduation time across the nation, and this year's crop is facing a 16-percent unemployment rate. After seven, we'll talk with various experts about how to improve your chances of getting a job, the importance of proper etiquette, and other advice to help you succeed at life. Plus, call in with your words of wisdom for the class of 2013.

Guests:
- Miriam Salpeter (sal-PEE-ter), owner of Keppie Careers, and author of "100 Conversations for Career Success." www.keppiecareers.com
- Margery Sinclair, a business-etiquette consultant in Milwaukee. www.margerysinclair.com
- Connie Kilmark, founder of the counseling and consulting firm, Kilmark & Associates.

Friday
5/10/2013
8:00 AM
130510C

Week in Review: May 10
Governor Scott Walker pledges to increase school aid after state revenue projections grow by $500 million. Joy Cardin and her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss the matter in the Week in Review. They'll also weigh in on the latest calls to fix Wisconsin's flagship jobs agency, more Benghazi testimony, and President Obama's job message in Texas.

Guests:
-Darryl Mayfield, Instructor of Business Ethics, Diverse Cultures and other courses at Upper Iowa University in Wausau; he owns the Bradley-Moesh (MESH) consulting group.
-Owen Robinson, columnist at the West Bend Daily News and blogger at www.bootsandsabers.com.

Friday
5/10/2013
9:00 PM
130510C

Week in Review: May 10
Governor Scott Walker pledges to increase school aid after state revenue projections grow by $500 million. Joy Cardin and her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss the matter in the Week in Review. They'll also weigh in on the latest calls to fix Wisconsin's flagship jobs agency, more Benghazi testimony and President Obama's job message in Texas.

Guests:
-Darryl Mayfield, Instructor of Business Ethics, Diverse Cultures and other courses at Upper Iowa University in Wausau; he owns the Bradley-Moesh (MESH) consulting group.
-Owen Robinson, columnist at the West Bend Daily News and blogger at www.bootsandsabers.com.

Thursday
5/9/2013
6:00 AM
130509A

Drinking Water 101
Tune in for a salute to Wisconsin drinking water. During this Drinking Water Week, Joy Cardin's guest expert discusses the various sources of water, how it's treated, monitored and regulated, and what to look for when evaluating your drinking water. Info: http://wpr.org/r/?1113

Guest: Katie Karow (CARE-oh), Laboratory Supervisor of the Kenosha Water Utility's water and wastewater treatment plants.

Thursday
5/9/2013
7:00 AM
130509B

Sec. Klett Talks Economic Impact of Tourism
The Wisconsin tourism industry generated $16.8 billion last year, an increase of about $800 million over the previous year. Joy Cardin talks with Tourism Secretary Stephanie Klett about the importance of tourism to the Wisconsin economy, the department's proposed budget for the next two years, and highlights some of the fun events taking place in the state this summer.

Guest: Stephanie Klett, Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism. www.travelwisconsin.com

Thursday
5/9/2013
8:00 AM
130509C

How to Be A Friend To A Friend Who's Sick
When a loved one is diagnosed with a serious illness, we often don't know what to say or whether to treat them differently. This hour, Joy Cardin's guest talks about what she learned from her experience as a cancer patient and offers advice on reaching out to a friend who's sick.

Guest: Letty Cottin Pogrebin (POH-greh-bin), author of, "How To Be A Friend To A Friend Who's Sick."

Thursday
5/9/2013
9:00 PM
130509C

Wednesday
5/8/2013
6:00 AM
130508A

The Plight of the Honey Bee
The honey bee population is dying and the U.S. Agriculture Department has spent millions of dollars to find out why. Joy Cardin's guest discusses why he says the honey bee is so important to our everyday lives.

Guest: Tim Fulton, former president of Wisconsin Honey Producers Association

Wednesday
5/8/2013
7:00 AM
130508B

Big Question: What should the U.S. do about Syri...
As the Syrian civil war continues, debate is ramping up over whether the U.S. should get involved and how. Joy Cardin's guest expert on Syria discusses the U.S.' options, how Israel's recent missile strikes affects the conflict, the risk of terrorists getting Syrian chemical weapons, and more. Plus, weigh in on this week's Big Question: What would you like to see President Obama do about Syria? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy

Guest: Joshua Landis, Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Middle East Studies at the University of Oklahoma. He's a member of the Department of International and Area Studies in the College of International Studies, and president of the Syrian Studies Association.

Wednesday
5/8/2013
8:00 AM
130508C

Power Foods for the Brain
Some doctors are predicting a dramatic increase in Alzheimer's disease in the United States by the year 2050. Joy Cardin's guest doctor says by changing our diet, we can help prevent this disease. He'll explain what changes you should make, and how to make them with recipes and cooking tips.

Guest: Dr. Neal Barnard, author of "Power Foods For the Brain: An Effective 3-Step Plan to Protect Your Mind and Strengthen Your Memory." He's the founder and president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a non-profit organization of doctors and laypersons that promotes preventive medicine.

Wednesday
5/8/2013
9:00 PM
130508C

Power Foods for the Brain
Some doctors are predicting a dramatic increase in Alzheimer's disease in the U.S. by the year 2050. Joy Cardin's guest doctor says by changing our diet, we can help prevent this disease. He'll explain what changes you should make, and how to make them with recipes and cooking tips.

Guest: Dr. Neal Barnard, author of "Power Foods For the Brain: An Effective 3-Step Plan to Protect Your Mind and Strengthen Your Memory." He's the founder and president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a non-profit organization of doctors and laypersons that promotes preventive medicine.

Tuesday
5/7/2013
6:00 AM
130507A

Public Health Policies to Curb Obesity Epidemic
The state Assembly is expected to take up a bill this month that would limit how much junk food could be used with food stamps. Joy Cardin's guest obesity expert discusses the issues surrounding the legislation and other public health policies to battle the nation's obesity epidemic.

Guest: Roberta Friedman, Director of Public Policy at the Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity at Yale University.

Tuesday
5/7/2013
7:00 AM
130507B

Nichols: American can't cut its way to prosperit...
The April jobs report is just the latest example, according to Joy Cardin's guest, of why austerity measures don't work. He discusses why he says America cannot cut its way to prosperity, and that it's time for a budget that ends job-killing sequester cuts.

Guest: John Nichols, Associate Editor of The Capital Times and Washington Correspondent for The Nation magazine. Recent column: http://wpr.org/r/?1110

Tuesday
5/7/2013
8:00 AM
130507C

On Your Money: May 7 edition
It's another edition of On Your Money. Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley, who discusses why he says government spending has helped the economy. He also has some advice on saving for your child's college education, and explains why he says we're coming up on a good time to buy a new mattress.

Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
5/7/2013
9:00 PM
130507C

Monday
5/6/2013
6:00 AM
130506A

Power of Patience
With all of our technological advances, life moves pretty fast these days. Joy Cardin's guest says it's important to slow the rush and reclaim the forgotten virtue of patience on a daily basis. She'll discuss how to do this and how to feel better about ourselves every day.

Then, in the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, Joy Cardin's guest says a bill that would erode tenants' rights is being fast-tracked through the state legislature. He'll discuss how AB 183 would give more flexibility to landlords at the expense of renters.

Guests:
-M.J. Ryan, author of "The Power of Patience: How This Old-Fashioned Virtue Can Improve Your Life." She's also the author of "The Happiness Makeover" and "Attitudes of Gratitude."
-Wake Up Call Guest: Anders Zanichkowsky (zan-itch-COW-skee), a Madison native and member of the Wisconsin Alliance for Tenants Rights. http://wisconsinalliancefortenantsrights.blogspot.com/

Monday
5/6/2013
7:00 AM
130506B

State Capitol Report: May 6
The Legislature's Joint Finance Committee continues to vote on items in Governor Scott Walker's proposed budget. In this week's State Capitol Report, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter joins Joy Cardin with a look at what has and has not made the cut so far. Plus, he'll have the latest on a scathing audit of the state's quasi-private jobs agency, a recap of this weekend's state Republican convention, and other developments in Wisconsin politics.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
5/6/2013
7:30 AM
130506X

Sen. Grothman on tax credits bill, budget matter...
The State Capitol Report continues when Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker discusses his bill to give tax credits to parents who send their kids to private schools. He'll also weigh in on the latest developments regarding Governor Scott Walker's proposed state budget.

Guest: Glenn Grothman, Republican State Senator from West Bend and Assistant Majority Leader; member of the Joint Finance Committee.

Monday
5/6/2013
8:00 AM
130506C

Mondays with Mike: May edition
Joy Cardin welcomes back Wisconsin Public Radio Director Mike Crane for another edition of Mondays with Mike. He'll have a recap of our one-day spring membership drive, discuss some significant staffing changes, and as always, answers to your questions about WPR programming and operations.

Guest: Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio.

Monday
5/6/2013
9:00 PM
130506C

Friday
5/3/2013
6:00 AM
130503A

Tell Joy Where to Go: May 2013
Much of Wisconsin got plenty of April showers, setting the stage for a bounty of May flowers. Joy Cardin's guest travel expert has recommendations on where and when you can tiptoe through the tulips, and other fun events and destinations this month around the state. Events sampler: http://wpr.org/r/?1106

Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist to Journal & Topics Newspapers, based in Des Plaines (DezPlanes), Illinois, and a Contributing Travel Editor for the online publication, American Boomer. He's our monthly contributor to our "Tell Joy Where to Go" programs.

Friday
5/3/2013
7:00 AM
130503B

The First 20 Minutes Personal Trainer
Do you work out? Joy Cardin speaks to a fitness writer about her new book on how health and exercise research can help you work out better and more efficiently.

Guest: Gretchen Reynolds, author of "The First 20 Minutes Personal Trainer: The Right-and Wrong-Workouts for Everyone." She writes the "Phys Ed" column for the New York Times, which appears on the "Well" blog online and in the Science Times print section.

Friday
5/3/2013
8:00 AM
130503C

Week in Review: May 3
President Obama says he needs more facts on Syria's use of chemical weapons before taking action. Plus, a pro basketball player makes history by coming out as gay, and an audit shows big problems at the state's flagship jobs agency. Joy Cardin and her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss these issues and other top national and state news stories in the Week in Review.

Guests:
- David Blaska, former Dane County supervisor; he blogs at http://wpr.org/r/?1105
- Louis Fortis, Editor-in-Chief of the Shepherd Express in Milwaukee. http://expressmilwaukee.com/

Friday
5/3/2013
9:00 PM
130503C

Thursday
5/2/2013
6:00 AM
130502A

Spring Allergies
Are you suffering from spring allergies yet? Joy Cardin talks to an allergy specialist about what we can expect this season and how to best prevent your allergy symptoms.

Guest: Dr. Todd Mahr, Pediatric Allergist at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse.

Thursday
5/2/2013
6:30 AM
130502X

Lyme disease spreading in Wisconsin
As temperatures rise this spring, so does the risk of Lyme disease. Joy Cardin's guest doctor discusses the growing spread of the tick-borne illness in many states, including Wisconsin, and answers your questions about symptoms, prevention and treatment.

Guest: Dr. Nasia (NAH-see-yuh) Safdar (SAHF-dar), staff physician at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Madison, an infectious disease specialist at UW-Hospital and Clinics, and associate professor of medicine at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Lyme disease information: http://wpr.org/r/?1103

Thursday
5/2/2013
7:00 AM
130502B

Wisconsin's Energy Resources
Joy Cardin's guest says Wisconsin's economic competitiveness could be at risk if the state doesn't expand its electricity sources. He'll explain how he thinks we should shield the state's economy from the risk and volatility of fossil fuels.

Guest: Gary Radloff, Director of Midwest Energy Policy Analysis at the Wisconsin Energy Institute

Thursday
5/2/2013
7:30 AM
130502Y

Guest: Environmentalists, Embrace Frac Sand Mini...
According to Joy Cardin's guest policy expert, it's time for environmentalists to embrace frac sand mining in Wisconsin. He discusses why he says it not only makes good economic sense, but may even help reduce global warming.

Guest: Mike Nichols, Wisconsin Policy Research Institute Senior Fellow. Recent report: http://wpr.org/r/?1104

Thursday
5/2/2013
8:00 AM
130502C

Happier Endings: Coming to terms with death
Drawing from the wisdom of others, Joy Cardin's guest this hour confronted her fear of death. She shares the lessons she learned about leaving lasting legacies, resolving regrets, and dying beautifully.

Guest: Erica Brown, writer and scholar-in-residence for the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, author of, "Happier Endings: A Meditation on Life and Death"

Thursday
5/2/2013
9:00 PM
130502C

Wednesday
5/1/2013
6:00 AM
130501A

Spring Migration Time for Birds
It's spring migration time for many birds-what have you seen in your backyard? Joy Cardin speaks to a bird specialist from the Department of Natural Resources about what birds are migrating and what birds you can expect to see in your neighborhood.

Guest: Andy Paulios (POW-lee-ohs), Coordinator of the Wisconsin Bird Conservation Initiative and a biologist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wednesday
5/1/2013
7:00 AM
130501B

Special Mid-Week in Review
Tune in for a special Mid-Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests of opposing political perspectives. They'll discuss possible U.S. intervention in Syria, a potential tuition freeze at UW schools, the future of Republican and Democratic politics in Wisconsin, and a couple of sports items: Aaron Rodgers' $110 million contract extension with the Packers and the first openly gay male athlete in a major American sport.

Guests:
- John Sharpless, Professor of History at UW-Madison.
- Joe Wineke, former State Senator and former chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin.

Wednesday
5/1/2013
8:00 AM
130501C

Wisconsin Supper Clubs
Supper clubs are a unique tradition in Wisconsin. This hour, Joy Cardin's guest filmmaker and author shares why supper clubs are so popular here and they take your calls about your favorite Wisconsin supper clubs.

Guest: Ron Faiola, author of the book, "Wisconsin Supper Clubs: An Old-Fashioned Experience"; producer and director of a 2011 documentary by the same name.

Wednesday
5/1/2013
9:00 PM
130320C

Pati's Mexican Table
Did you know traditional Mexican cooking includes many types of salads-and NOT taco salad? Joy Cardin's guest says that Americans misunderstand a lot of things about traditional Mexican cooking, and clears them up in her new cookbook.

Guest: Pati Jinich (HIN-itch), author of "Pati's Mexican Table: The Secrets of Real Mexican Home Cooking." She's the official chef of the Mexican Cultural Institute in Washington, D.C. She's also the star of the public television series, "Pati's Mexican Table." She blogs at www.patismexicantable.com.

Tuesday
4/30/2013
6:00 AM
130430A

Wisconsin's fishing preview
Despite many northwoods' lakes being covered with ice, Governor Scott Walker is still planning on kicking off the fishing season this Saturday at Lake Namekagon (NIM-uh-kah-gin). Wisconsin outdoors expert Dan Small previews the upcoming season and welcomes your fish stories, favorite fishing holes and reasons you love to fish.

Guest: Dan Small, host/producer of the public television show, "Outdoor Wisconsin," "Outdoors Radio with Dan Small," and contributing editor to Wisconsin Outdoor News.

Tuesday
4/30/2013
7:00 AM
130430B

Alternative transportation budget
According to Joy Cardin's guest, Wisconsin spends way too much money on highways and not nearly enough on local roads, bridges and transit systems. He makes the case for shifting the state's transportation budget by ten percent to cut waste, fix potholes and reduce the structural deficit.

Guest: Steve Hiniker (HINN-eh-kur), Executive Director of 1000 Friends of Wisconsin. Budget proposal: http://wpr.org/r/?1099

Tuesday
4/30/2013
7:30 AM
130430X

Motorists vs. Bicyclists
Joy Cardin's guest cycling advocate admits that bikers break their share of rules of the road; however, he says motorists are statistically the worst law breakers of all. He discusses how cyclists can improve their reputation as scofflaws, and what automobile drivers can do to foster a safer environment for everyone.

Guest: Dave Schlabowske (shluh-BAOW-skee), Communications Director for the Wisconsin Bike Fed. www.wisconsinbikefed.org Column: http://wpr.org/r/?1098

Tuesday
4/30/2013
8:00 AM
130430C

On Your Money: April 30 edition
In this week's edition of On Your Money, financial planner Kevin McKinley wraps up his month-long series on housing advice. He talks with Joy Cardin about which improvement projects give you the best return, selling by yourself versus hiring an agent, and what to do when you can no longer afford your home.

Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
4/30/2013
9:00 PM
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Monday
4/29/2013
6:00 AM
130429A

White House Correspondents' Dinner
Veteran newsman Tom Brokaw recently made headlines for declining an invitation to this weekend's White House Correspondents' Dinner, saying the festivities have become over the top. Joy Cardin's guest political expert discusses the annual gathering of the press and the presidency, and its political and journalistic merits - or lack of.

Then, in the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, Joy's guest insect expert says the dreaded and destructive gypsy moths are back. She'll explain how to identify them and what action we should take. Release: http://wpr.org/r/?1097

Guests:
- Darrell West, Vice President and Director of Governance Studies, and Director of the Institute's Center for Technology Innovation at the Brookings Institution.
- Andrea Diss-Torrance, Invasive Forest Insect Program Coordinator for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

Monday
4/29/2013
7:00 AM
130429B

State Capitol Report: April 29
It's the State Capitol Report with Joy Cardin and WPR's State Government Reporter. They'll discuss the latest happenings in Wisconsin politics, including the fallout over the University of Wisconsin System's budget surplus, Governor Scott Walker's proposed budget, and more.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
4/29/2013
7:30 AM
130429X

State Capitol Report: Online privacy bill
Under a bill in the state legislature, employers would be banned from requiring their workers or potential hires to give them access to personal social media accounts. As the State Capitol Report continues, Joy Cardin talks with one of the bill's sponsors about how the measure would work and why he says it's necessary.

Guest: Garey Bies (BIGHZ), Republican State Representative from Sister Bay; co-author of online privacy bill.

Monday
4/29/2013
8:00 AM
130429C

What Are They Thinking?!
Why are teenagers so moody and rebellious? Joy Cardin's guest says it's because of how their brains are developing. He'll explain what's going on in a teen's brain and how it relates to their behavior.

Guest: Scott Swartzwelder, co-author of "What Are They Thinking?! The Straight Facts About the Risk-Taking, Social-Networking, Still-Developing Teen Brain." He's also a Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Neuroscience at Duke University. He's a Senior Research Career Scientist with the US Department of Veterans Affairs.

Monday
4/29/2013
9:00 PM
130429C

Friday
4/26/2013
6:00 AM
130426A

Plant a Tree for Arbor Day
Today is Arbor Day. This hour, Joy Cardin's guest gives us handy tips for planting and caring for trees so you can enjoy them for years to come.

Guest: Bob Gensemer (GENS-mer), ISA-certified arborist at Buckley, the Tree Care Specialists, in Mequon. He's a member of the Wisconsin Arborist's Association.

Friday
4/26/2013
7:00 AM
130426B

Cure Your Child With Food
Joy Cardin's guest says today's generation of children has the highest rate of obesity, food allergies, behavioral and emotional disorders, autoimmune disease, and learning issues ever recorded. She'll explain why she says these problems are often related to diet-and how diet changes can help.

Guest: Kelly Dorfman, author of "Cure Your Child with Food: The Hidden Connection Between Nutrition and Childhood Ailments." She's a licensed nutritionist and dietitian

Friday
4/26/2013
8:00 AM
130426C

Week in Review: April 26
State lawmakers fume over the University of Wisconsin System's tuition surplus, furloughs of air traffic controllers kick in, and the George W. Bush Presidential Center is dedicated in Dallas. Joy Cardin and her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss these issues and other top national and state news stories in the Week in Review.

Guests:
- Keene Winters, financial planner from Schofield, a member of the Wausau City Council, and a member of the steering committee of the Center-Right Coalition of Wausau.
- John Smart, past chair of the Price County Democratic Party and a regular contributor to Fighting Bob and newspapers around Wisconsin.

Friday
4/26/2013
9:00 PM
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Thursday
4/25/2013
6:00 AM
130425A

Life After Amputation
Many of the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings lost limbs in the explosions. Joy Cardin speaks to a board member of the Amputee Coalition about life after losing a limb.

Guest: Dan Berschinski (bur-SHIN-skee), retired army captain and board member of the Amputee Coalition, a national non-profit amputee awareness organization

Thursday
4/25/2013
7:00 AM
130425B

UW System's Budget Surplus
A recent report, showing the University of Wisconsin System with a $648 million surplus, is causing great concern among lawmakers and other observers. Joy Cardin talks with several guests to react to the disclosure and how they think the state legislature and UW System should proceed.

Guests:
- Dale Kooyenga (koo-YENG-guh), Republican State Representative from Brookfield, and a member of the Joint Finance Committee and the Committee on Government Operations and State Licensing. Statement: http://wpr.org/r/?1094
- Christian Schneider, Senior Fellow at the Wisconsin Public Research Institute, and a columnist at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and National Review. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?1092
- Cory Mason, Democratic State Representative from Racine, and a member of the Joint Committee on Finance. Statement: http://wpr.org/r/?1093
- John Wiley, former UW-Madison chancellor.

Note: The UW System declined our invitation to appear.

Thursday
4/25/2013
8:00 AM
130425C

50 Reasons to Reread 50 Books
Have you gone back to re-read any of the classic novels you were forced to read in high school? Joy Cardin's guest this hour says you should. He'll tell us which books deserve another look and why it's important to dust off these classics.

Guest: Kevin Smokler, author of "Practical Classics: 50 Reasons to Reread 50 Books You Haven't Touched Since High School." www.kevinsmokler.com

Thursday
4/25/2013
9:00 PM
130425C

Wednesday
4/24/2013
6:00 AM
130424A

Marathon & Triathlon Culture
It's prime training time for upcoming marathons and triathlons around Wisconsin and around the nation. Why do people run marathons and triathlons? Joy Cardin speaks with an expert about running culture.

Guest: Pete Abraham, President of Badgerland Striders, a southeastern Wisconsin running club (the 6th largest running club in the U.S.)

Wednesday
4/24/2013
7:00 AM
130424B

Big Question: Slow down immigration reform?
Some Republican lawmakers are urging Congress to hit the brakes on immigration reform after last week's bombings of the Boston Marathon, citing national security concerns. Others are saying the push should go forward as planned. Joy Cardin's guest policy experts weigh in on this week's Big Question: Should an overhaul of the nation's immigration laws be slowed down to consider the latest attacks? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy

Guests:
- Peter Suderman (SOO-dur-min), Senior Editor at Reason magazine and at Reason.com.
- William Gheen, President and Spokesperson for Americans for Legal Immigration PAC.

Wednesday
4/24/2013
8:00 AM
130424C

The Centrist Manifesto
According to Joy Cardin's guest author, with extreme elements controlling the Republican and Democratic parties, the time is ripe for a third party in America. He discusses how he says the Centrist Party can take the best ideas from both sides of the aisle, give a voice to the country's largest voting bloc, and break through the problem of two-party gridlock.

Guest: Charles Wheelan, Professor of Public Policy at Dartmouth College. He's the author of "The Centrist Manifesto."

Wednesday
4/24/2013
9:00 PM
130424C

Tuesday
4/23/2013
6:00 AM
130423A

Potentially Habitable Planets Found
Last week NASA announced its Kepler satellite discovered three planets that could potentially support life. Joy Cardin talks to an astronomy expert about what makes these planets considered habitable and what else is happening in space.

Guest: Chris Janssen (YAHN-sehn), Planetarium Director for the Wausau School District

Tuesday
4/23/2013
7:00 AM
130423B

Surveillance Cameras
After last week's Boston Marathon bombings, the City of Madison says it plans to install about one hundred additional surveillance cameras across town. Police say the electronic eyes help solve crimes, while others say they could intrude on people's privacy. Joy Cardin's guest law and civil liberties expert discusses the arguments of both sides.

Guest: Donald Downs, Professor of Political Science, Law and Journalism at UW-Madison.

Tuesday
4/23/2013
8:00 AM
130423C

On Your Money: April 23 edition
In this week's edition of On Your Money, financial planner Kevin McKinley continues his April series on housing advice. He talks with Joy Cardin about buying a home as an investment, selling a home versus renting it out, and saving money on property taxes, insurance and energy.

Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
4/23/2013
9:00 PM
130423C

Monday
4/22/2013
6:00 AM
130422A

Endocrine Disruptors and the Environment
Chemicals known as endocrine disruptors are everywhere - our soaps, plastics, and drinking water - and they're having a profound effect on our health. That's according to an investigative report completed by the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism. This hour, Joy Cardin speaks with the WCIJ reporter who covered this story and a scientist who discusses the risks these chemicals might pose.

Guests:
- Kate Golden, reporter and multimedia director at the Center for Investigative Journalism. She covered this report, which is part of Water Watch Wisconsin, a joint project of the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism, Wisconsin Public Radio, and Wisconsin Public Television.
- Mark Ferrey, environmental scientist with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency based in St. Paul.
- Warren Porter, Professor of Zoology and Environmental Toxicology at UW-Madison

Monday
4/22/2013
7:00 AM
130422B

State Capitol Report: April 22nd
On this edition of the State Capitol Report, WPR State Government Reporter Shawn Johnson tells Joy Cardin about the week's top state stories, including what's going on with the Milwaukee County Board, background checks in Wisconsin, and upcoming legislature votes on Governor Walker's budget.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter

Monday
4/22/2013
7:30 AM
130422X

State Senate Minority Leader Chris Larson
For the second half of our State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin speaks to the Democratic Minority Leader about this week's budget hearing in Madison and the state legislature's upcoming vote on Governor Walker's budget, among other state issues.

Guest: Chris Larson, Wisconsin Senate Minority Leader from Milwaukee

Monday
4/22/2013
8:00 AM
130422C

The Family Guide to Mental Health Care
Undiagnosed mental disorders can tear families apart. This hour, Joy Cardin's guest shares with us his family guide to mental health care.

Guest: Lloyd Sederer, MD, medical director of New York State's Office of Mental Health, adjunct professor at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, and the Huffington Post mental health editor. He's the author of, "The Family Guide to Mental Health Care."

Monday
4/22/2013
9:00 PM
130422C

Friday
4/19/2013
6:00 AM
130419A

Badger State of Mind
How often do you lose yourself on the back roads of Wisconsin? Joy Cardin's guest loves to get lost in Wisconsin and wrote a book about the small towns and businesses of the Badger State. She'll share her stories about off-the-beaten path destinations in Wisconsin and ask for your suggestions!

Guest: Kelly Maddern, author of "Badger State of Mind." She blogs at www.badgerstateofmind.com.

Friday
4/19/2013
7:00 AM
130419B

More Than They Bargained For
A newly-released book is recounting the months-long battle between Governor Scott Walker and public sector unions. Joy Cardin talks with the authors about how the struggle made Walker a right-wing national rock star and deflated the American labor movement, and why compromise has become such a toxic concept in politics today.

Guests: Jason Stein and Patrick Marley, Capitol reporters for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, and authors of "More Than They Bargained For: Scott Walker, Unions and the Fight for Wisconsin."

Friday
4/19/2013
8:00 AM
130419C

Week In Review: April 19, 2013
No arrests were made yet in the Boston Marathon bombing, but the man behind the ricin scare is identified. And the Senate fails to pass gun legislation that would have increased background checks for gun purchasers. This hour, Joy Cardin and her guests discuss and debate these topics and more on the Week in Review.

Guests:
- Georgia Duerst-Lahti (durst-LAH-tee), Professor of Political Science at Beloit College.
- Kevin Binversie (bin-VER-see), Political Commentator; he used to work at the Heritage Foundation, served in the George W. Bush administration and worked on several state Republican campaigns.

Friday
4/19/2013
9:00 PM
130419C

Week In Review: April 19, 2013
No arrests were made yet in the Boston Marathon bombing, but the man behind the ricin scare is identified. And the Senate fails to pass gun legislation that would have increased background checks for gun purchasers. This hour, Joy Cardin and her guests discuss and debate these topics and more on the Week in Review.

Guests:
- Georgia Duerst-Lahti (durst-LAH-tee), Professor of Political Science at Beloit College.
- Kevin Binversie (bin-VER-see), Political Commentator for the Wisconsin Reporter; he used to work at the Heritage Foundation, served in the George W. Bush administration and worked on several state Republican campaigns.

Thursday
4/18/2013
6:00 AM
130418A

Tornadoes 101
On Friday, several state emergency organizations are teaming up with the National Weather Service to run a statewide tornado drill. Joy Cardin speaks to a meteorologist from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration about what tornadoes are, how they form, and how the National Weather Service predicts them.

Guest: Greg Carbin (CAHR-bihn), Warning Coordination Meteorologist for National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) with the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center

Thursday
4/18/2013
7:00 AM
130418B

Media reaction to attacks
When reacting to events like the Boston bomb attacks, Joy Cardin's guest says the media needs to show restraint and avoid jumping to conclusions.

Guest: Matt Rothschild, Editor of The Progressive magazine http://wpr.org/r/?1086

Thursday
4/18/2013
8:00 AM
130418C

The Food Police
Joy Cardin's guest this hour says you should be able to eat what you want without the "food police" keeping you from enjoying your next can of soda. He'll explain why he thinks we should be more accepting of conventionally-grown and genetically modified food.

Guest: Jayson Lusk, Professor and Chair of the Agricultural Economics Department at Oklahoma State University. He's the author of "The Food Police: A Well-Fed Manifesto About the Politics of Your Plate".

Thursday
4/18/2013
9:00 PM
130418C

Wednesday
4/17/2013
6:00 AM
130417A

The 80's: The Decade That Made Us
This week National Geographic aired a special series on the 1980's called, "The 80's: The Decade That Made Us." Joy Cardin speaks to a pop culture expert about the culture of the 1980's and how this decade shaped American society.

Guest: Jonathan Pollack, History instructor and pop culture expert at Madison Area Technical College

Wednesday
4/17/2013
7:00 AM
130417B

Big Question: School Vouchers
Governor Walker's budget calls for expansion of funding for school voucher programs. Joy Cardin gets two takes on the issue in this week's Big Question segment.

Guests:
- Jim Bender, President of School Choice Wisconsin
- Jim Shaw, former Superintendent of the Racine Unified School District and adjunct professor of educational leadership and policy analysis at UW-Madison
Answer our Big Question survey: www.wpr.org/joy

Wednesday
4/17/2013
8:00 AM
130417C

The Secrets of Happy Families
In the 21st Century, chaos and discord might be mainstays of family life. But according to Joy Cardin's guest this hour, there are ways to decrease conflict and increase happiness by tapping into the secrets of happy families.

Guest: Bruce Feiler, columnist for "The New York Times," and author of "The Secrets of Happy Families: Improve Your Mornings, Rethink Family Dinner, Fight Smarter, Go Out and Play, and Much More"

Wednesday
4/17/2013
9:00 PM
130417C

Tuesday
4/16/2013
6:00 AM
130416A

Travel Tips from Peter Greenberg
One bad traveler can ruin a flight for everyone, so travel expert Peter Greenberg has some tips on how to behave when you fly. He also shares some advice with Joy Cardin on mastering the art of conversation, and how to best connect with locals for richer experiences while you're traveling away from home.

Guest: Peter Greenberg, CBS News Travel Editor and author of "The Best Places for Everything: The Ultimate Insider's Guide to the Greatest Experiences Around the World." He's also one of the "Distinguished Scholars at Discovery" at UW-Madison's Wisconsin Institute for Discovery. www.petergreenberg.com

Tuesday
4/16/2013
7:00 AM
130416B

Boston Marathon Explosions
Yesterday at the finish line of the Boston Marathon, there was an apparent bombing that killed a few and injured hundreds. Joy Cardin speaks to an eyewitness about what he saw, and then she talks to a terrorism expert about the explosions.

Guests:
- Ed Turzanski, John Templeton Fellow and Co-Chair of the Center for the Study of Terrorism at the Foreign Policy Research Institute and a Scholar-in-Residence at La Salle University
- Daithi (DAH-he) Wolfe, a Madison resident who ran the Boston Marathon yesterday

Tuesday
4/16/2013
7:30 AM
130416X

Protected Status for County Jailers: A Pro/Con
Since the enactment of Act 10, ten Wisconsin counties have reclassified their jail workers to strip them of their protected status. This hour, Joy Cardin speaks with two guests to discuss what this means for county jailers and why it matters.

Guests:
7:30-7:45 - Jim Palmer, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Professional Police Association
7:45-8:00 - Andrew Phillips, an attorney with Phillips Borowski law firm. The firm has represented over half of Wisconsin's counties and regularly works with counties on organizational, labor, and employment matters.

Tuesday
4/16/2013
8:00 AM
130416C

On Your Money: April 16
We've been talking about buying, selling, and borrowing homes all month on "On Your Money." This week, we'll take a look at what changes are being made to reverse mortgages. Plus, financial planner Kevin McKinley takes your questions about personal finances and investments.

Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
4/16/2013
9:00 PM
130416C

Monday
4/15/2013
6:00 AM
130415A

National Library Week
Libraries are traditionally thought of as a place to check out books, magazines and other resources, but Joy Cardin's guest says they are so much more! During National Library Week, she discusses the various roles she says libraries and librarians play in our communities, campuses and schools.

Then it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. This week is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin. Joy Cardin speaks to an emergency management expert about what you should do to prepare for the potential bad weather in the months to come

Guest: Tracy Herold, Director of the Sun Prairie Public Library.
Wake-Up Call Guest: Tod Pritchard, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for Wisconsin Emergency Management

Monday
4/15/2013
7:00 AM
130415B

State Capitol Report: April 15
A state tribal leader gives lawmakers an earful over mining deregulation, residents speak their piece over Governor Walker's proposed state budget, and Democrats make their case for changing the redistricting process. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin welcomes WPR's State Government Reporter to recap these and other recent developments in Wisconsin politics.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
4/15/2013
7:30 AM
130415X

Food Stamps and Junk Food
Last week public hearings were held on Republican State Representative Dean Kaufert's bill that would limit the amount of junk food that could be purchased with food stamps. Joy Cardin speaks to Representative Kaufert about why he thinks we need this bill, and then she'll speak to a critic about why the bill is unnecessary.

Guests:
7:36-7:47: Dean Kaufert (COFF-urt), Republican State Representative from Neenah
7:47-7:59: Gina Wilson, Director of Agency Services and Programs at Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

Monday
4/15/2013
8:00 AM
130415C

The Great Recession and the 99%
Even though economists say the Great Recession officially ended in 2009, Joy Cardin's guest this hour says some people may never dig themselves out of it. She'll share the stories she collected from individuals across America who are still trying to get by in the Great Recession.

Guest: Barbara Garson, author of "Down the Up Escalator: How the 99% Live in the Great Recession."

Monday
4/15/2013
9:00 PM
130415C

Friday
4/12/2013
6:00 AM
130412A

Wisconsin Film Festival 2013
The 15th annual Wisconsin Film Festival kicked off this week and continues through April 18th. Judith Siers-Poisson talks to the festival's programming director about what films he chose this year and why.

Guest: Jim Healy, Director of Programming for the Wisconsin Film Festival. He's also the Director of Programming for UW's Cinematheque (sin-eh-mah-TECK).

Friday
4/12/2013
7:00 AM
130412B

Manners in a Digital World
Texting, e-mailing and Facebooking have certainly made communication easier and faster, but they've also opened the door to poor digital behavior. Judith Siers-Poisson's guest etiquette expert discusses when texting is better than calling, proper conduct for online dating, good manners for smart phone users, and other lessons to maneuver through the digital age with poise and decorum.

Guest: Daniel Post Senning, Manager of Web Development and Online Content for the Emily Post Institute at www.EmilyPost.com. He's the author of "Managers in a Digital World: Living Well Online," and is the great-great-grandson of etiquette expert Emily Post.

Friday
4/12/2013
8:00 AM
130412C

Week in Review: April 12
The U.S. Senate overcomes a filibuster on tougher gun laws, President Obama rolls out his proposed budget, and a tribal leader blasts state lawmakers for deregulating iron mining. Judith Siers-Poisson and her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss these issues and more of the top national and state news stories in the Week in Review.

Guests:
- Dan Kapanke, former Republican State Senator from La Crosse and owner of the La Crosse Loggers baseball team.
- Tony Palmeri (pal-MARE-ee), Professor of Communications at UW-Oshkosh and Media Columnist for the Fox Valley SCENE.

Friday
4/12/2013
9:00 PM
130412C

Thursday
4/11/2013
6:00 AM
130411A

Is childhood obesity neglect?
Childhood obesity is an evident problem in the United States, but should it be considered medical neglect? This hour, Rob Ferrett's guest says perhaps it should. He describes what factors need to be in place for childhood obesity to be considered neglect.

Guest: Dr. Norman Fost, Professor of Pediatrics and Bioethics and Director of the Bioethics program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine http://www.med.wisc.edu/event/fifth-annual-bioethics-symposium/26544

Thursday
4/11/2013
7:00 AM
130411B

Rewrite the Second Amendment
Polls say a majority of Americans recognize the right to bear arms, and they also support reasonable regulations on guns. Rob Ferrett's guest this hour says the Second Amendment should be rewritten to reflect these dual realities.

Guest: Zachary Elkins, Associate Professor of Government at the University of Texas-Austin; Director of the Comparative Constitutions Project; author of "The Endurance of National Constitutions."

Thursday
4/11/2013
7:30 AM
130411X

Expended background checks deal
Background checks on guns sold online and at gun shows would be made mandatory under a bipartisan deal reached by two U.S. senators; however, personal sales between hunters and family members would be exempted. Rob Ferrett's guest gun policy expert discusses the likelihood of the proposal becoming law, as well as what the future holds for other gun control measures in the Senate.

Guest: Robert Spitzer, Distinguished Service Professor and Chairman of the Political Science Department at State University of New York College at Cortland; he's the author of "The Politics of Gun Control."

Thursday
4/11/2013
8:00 AM
130411C

The truth behind famous frauds
Two things contribute to the success of a well-made hoax: Greed and the desire to believe. This hour, Rob Ferrett's guest talks about some of the greatest frauds in history and why many of them endure the test of time.

Guest: Edward Steers, Jr., author of several books. His latest is, "Hoax: Hitler's Diaries, Lincoln's Assassins, and Other Famous Frauds."

Thursday
4/11/2013
9:00 PM
130411C

Wednesday
4/10/2013
6:00 AM
130410A

Poetry and political compromise
We would get along better, and maybe even promote the art of political compromise, if we would start reading more poetry. That's according to Rob Ferrett's guest, who says poetry gives us the empathy we need to understand each other's points of view.

Guest: Danny Heitman, Columnist for the Baton Rouge Advocate and adjunct Professor at Louisiana State University's School of Mass Communication; his Christian Science Monitor piece on poetry: http://wpr.org/r/?1084

Wednesday
4/10/2013
7:00 AM
130410B

Big Question: Obama's budget proposal?
President Barack Obama is expected to unveil his budget proposal on Wednesday that includes new tax revenues and measures to limit Social Security growth. Rob Ferrett's guest budget expert discusses why the plan is being hammered by both sides of the aisle, and invites you to weigh in on this week's Big Question: Do you support Obama's plan to raise taxes and cut entitlements? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy

Guest: Philip Joyce, Professor of Management, Finance and Leadership at the University of Maryland School of Public Policy; his areas of expertise includes public budgeting, the Congressional budget process, and intergovernmental relations.

Wednesday
4/10/2013
8:00 AM
130410C

The Lawyer Bubble
Law schools churn out approximately 45,000 new lawyers each year, but the job market cannot sustain them. This hour, Rob Ferrett and his guest discuss the consequences of the "lawyer bubble" that faces America's law school graduates today.

Guest: Steven Harper, adjunct Professor at Northwestern University's Law School and Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. He's the author of "The Lawyer Bubble: A Profession in Crisis."

Wednesday
4/10/2013
9:00 PM
130410C

Tuesday
4/9/2013
6:00 AM
130409A

Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, which is meant to raise public awareness about sexual violence and to educate communities and individuals on how to prevent sexual violence. Rob Ferrett talks to legal and prevention experts about how we can stop sexual violence in our communities.

Guests:
--Ian Henderson, Director of Legal and Systems Services for the Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault
--Kelly Moe Litke, Director of Prevention and Programs for the Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault
--6:35-6:43: Karen Rynes (REN-ish), a survival of sexual assault and author of "Sins of My Father and Mother, Will There Be Justice for Me: A Little Girl's Fight to Survive."

Tuesday
4/9/2013
7:00 AM
130409B

Expert: North Korea Will Attack the South
North Korea will launch an attack on South Korea before tensions on the peninsula end, says Rob Ferrett's guest expert on East Asian affairs. She discusses what kind of strike she believes will be launched, what the North's end-game is, and how the United States may get involved. Story: http://wpr.org/r/?1082

Guest: Sue Mi Terry, Senior Research Scholar in the Weatherhead East Asian Institute at Columbia University, and a former analyst at the CIA and former Asia director at the National Security Council.

Tuesday
4/9/2013
8:00 AM
130409C

On Your Money: April 9
Warmer temperatures, greener grass and the return of robins are all sure signs of spring. But financial planner Kevin McKinley says the buying and selling homes are also good indications. In this week's On Your Money, he continues his series on the housing market, including how to shop for a new mortgage, what to do (and not to do) when you outgrow your home, and answers your questions.

Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
4/9/2013
9:00 PM
130409C

Monday
4/8/2013
6:00 AM
130408A

CDC: More Kids with Lead Poisoning
Twice as many American children as first thought have lead poisoning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Rob Ferrett's guest lead poisoning expert says budget cuts are preventing more testing and preventive measures from being taken, and that they represent an "abandonment of children."

Then, as the weather gets warmer and people spend more time outdoors, the likelihood of coming across an injured bird or animal increases. In this week's Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, Rob's guest says while people's intentions are noble, they can actually do more harm than good if they're not careful.

Guests:
- David Rosner (ROZ-nur), Professor of Sociomedical Science and Professor of History at Columbia University in New York City, and co-author of several books on lead poisoning history, including the soon-to-be-released "Lead Wars."
- Lori Bankson, Curator of Animals at the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary.

Monday
4/8/2013
7:00 AM
130408B

State Capitol Report: April 8
The second public hearing on Governor Scott Walker's proposed state budget is today at Lambeau Field. In this week's State Capitol Report, Rob Ferrett gets a preview from WPR's State Government Reporter, a recap of last week's hearing near Milwaukee, and a look at the fallout from Tuesday's spring elections.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
4/8/2013
7:30 AM
130408X

State Cap Report: Conservation Congress meetings
The State Capitol Report continues when Rob Ferrett's guest columnist says he expects some fireworks Monday night at the DNR's and Wisconsin Conservation Congress' spring hearings. He'll discuss some of the 99 advisory questions that will be voted on, including banning the use of dogs in wolf hunting, hunting in state parks, and more.

Guest: Patrick Durkin, freelance Outdoors Columnist for Wisconsin newspapers.

Monday
4/8/2013
8:00 AM
130408C

Inside Rehab
What happens inside drug and alcohol rehab centers? We'll find out this hour when Rob Ferrett talks to a guest whose behind-the-scenes research took her to fifteen addiction treatment programs. We'll hear about 12-step programs, celebrity rehab, and much more.

Guest: Anne Fletcher, Registered Dietician; Health and Medical Writer; Author of, "Inside Rehab: The Surprising Truth About Addiction Treatment-- and How to Get Help That Works".

Monday
4/8/2013
9:00 PM
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Friday
4/5/2013
6:00 AM
130405A

It's tailgating time!
When it comes to tailgating, Wisconsin knows how to do it right as Brewers fans have been proving this week at Miller Park! Joy Cardin's guest grilling experts share some tips, tricks and recipes to make your next tailgate party a huge hit.

Guests: Mark Mathewson and Gary Merrill, better known as Mad Dog and Merrill. They're the hosts of the TV cooking show, "Midwest Grill'n'" and the authors of several cookbooks, including the "Mad Dog and Merrill 'Midwest Grill'n' Cookbook" and "Forever Tailgating." http://www.maddogandmerrill.com/

Friday
4/5/2013
6:30 AM
130405X

100 Things Brewers Fans Should Know & Do
For Brewers fans, nothing beats catching a game at Miller Park with a brat and beer in hand... except for maybe listening to Bob Uecker call the action on the radio. During this opening week of the season, Joy Cardin and her guest Brewers reporter discuss how to live it up as a true fan and the many reasons to root root root for Wisconsin's home team.

Guest: Tom Haudricourt (HAW-dreh-court), sportswriter who covers the Brewers and Major League Baseball for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel; he's the author of "100 Things Brewers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die."

Friday
4/5/2013
7:00 AM
130405B

The Two-Party Presidency
The Founding Fathers made a mistake when they chose to build the United States government around a single president. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest this hour who says a two-person presidency is the key to bipartisanship and effective leadership.

Guest: David Orentlicher (OH-rent-lick-er), Samuel R. Rosen Professor at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Author of, "Two Presidents Are Better Than One: The Case for a Bipartisan Executive Branch."

Friday
4/5/2013
8:00 AM
130405C

Week in Review: April 5
North Korea ratchets up threats to nuke the United States, voters reelect the two incumbents for statewide offices, and the public voices their opinions on the proposed state budget. Joy Cardin and her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss these issues and more in the Week in Review.

Guests:
- Matt Rothschild, publisher of "The Progressive" magazine. www.progressive.org.
- Chris Lato, former communications director of the Republican Party of Wisconsin, and a Republican campaign consultant.

Friday
4/5/2013
9:00 PM
130405C

Week in Review: April 5
North Korea ratchets up threats to nuke the United States, voters reelect the two incumbents for statewide offices, and the public voices their opinions on the proposed state budget. Joy Cardin are her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss these issues and more in the Week in Review.

Guests:
- Matt Rothschild, publisher of "The Progressive" magazine. www.progressive.org.
- Chris Lato, former communications director of the Republican Party of Wisconsin, and a Republican campaign consultant.

Thursday
4/4/2013
6:00 AM
130404A

The Benefits of Chess
Chess can help prevent Alzheimer's, raise your IQ, and increases your creativity, among other benefits. Joy Cardin speaks to a chess master all about the "game of kings" and why we should play it.

Guest: Alex Betaneli (beh-tuh-NELL-ee), national chess master and currently the third-ranked chess player in Wisconsin. He started the Wisconsin Chess Academy, which is dedicated to promoting chess at adult and scholastic levels and provides classes for all levels of chess players.

Thursday
4/4/2013
7:00 AM
130404B

Public Hearings Begin on Walker's Budget
The public will be voicing their opinions Thursday in Greenfield on Governor Scott Walker's proposed state budget, the first of four official hearings this month. Joy Cardin's guest political scientist discusses the areas of controversy in the plan, points of agreement, and your budget-related questions and concerns.

Guest: Charley Jacobs, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College.

Thursday
4/4/2013
7:30 AM
130404X

Norman: Blame Walker for Slumping Economy
Recent federal government numbers show that Wisconsin is the seventh-worst state in the nation in private sector job growth. Joy Cardin's guest policy expert explains why he says it's "totally appropriate" to blame the policies of Governor Scott Walker for our slumping economy.

Guest: Jack Norman, Milwaukee-based writer and former research director at the Institute for Wisconsin's Future. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?1079

Thursday
4/4/2013
8:00 AM
130404C

Cooking with the Pike Place Fish Guys
Joy Cardin's guest catches a lot of fish. He throws a lot of fish, too. That's because he's a member of the world-famous Pike Place Fish crew in Seattle, Washington. Find out how to bring a bit of the fun home with you as he shares recipes and other seafood handling tips straight out of a new cookbook by the Pike Place Fish Guys.

Guest: Anders (AHN-ders) Miller, contributor to "In the Kitchen with the Pike Place Fish Guys: 100 Recipes and Tips From the World-Famous Crew of Pike Place Fish." He started at Pike Place Fish in July 2000.

Thursday
4/4/2013
9:00 PM
130404C

Wednesday
4/3/2013
6:00 AM
130403A

Fifteen reasons we need friends
Most of the research on the benefits of friendship concern children and adolescents, not adults. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest this hour, who says friendships are just as important later in life. She'll share her list of fifteen reasons why we need friends.

Guest: Susan Krauss Whitbourne, Professor of Psychology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and author of Psychology Today's "Fulfillment at Any Age" blog

Wednesday
4/3/2013
7:00 AM
130403B

2013 Spring Elections Round-Up
Wisconsin's April election is in the books. Joy Cardin and her guests weigh in on the results of State races for Supreme Court justice, Superintendent of Public Instruction, and the significance of voting in what's typically a low-turnout election.

Guests:
- Rick Esenberg (ESS-en-berg), Adjunct Professor of Law at Marquette University, President and General Counsel of the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty, and a Community Columnist for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel; he blogs at www.sharkandshepherd.blogspot.com.
- Peg Lautenschlager (LOWT-en-shlaw-gur), former Democratic Attorney General of Wisconsin, former state lawmaker and former United States attorney; she's currently an attorney at the Bauer and Bach law firm.
- Mary Bell, President of the Wisconsin Education Association Council.
- Jim Bender, President of School Choice Wisconsin.

Wednesday
4/3/2013
8:00 AM
130403C

Paleofantasy
Is it really better to eat and exercise the way our caveman ancestors did? Joy Cardin speaks to an professor of evolution and behavior about the belief that we should live the way our ancestors did, and why she says this belief is a "paleofantasy."

Guest: Marlene Zuk (ZOOK, rhymes with BOOK), author of "Paleofantasy: What Evolution Really Tells Us About Sex, Diet, and How We Live." She's a professor of ecology, evolution, and behavior at the University of Minnesota. She joins us from St. Paul, MN.

Wednesday
4/3/2013
9:00 PM
130403C

Tuesday
4/2/2013
6:00 AM
130402A

How to Be Interesting
Go exploring, embrace your weirdness, and grow a pair. These are just some of the tips Joy Cardin's guest has this hour for how to be interesting. Tune in to hear her advice for breaking the mold, and share your ideas as well.

Guest: Jessica Hagy, author of the blog, Indexed, and author of the book, "How to Be Interesting (In 10 Simple Steps)." Her cartoons regularly appear in The New York Times. She writes a weekly blog for Smithsonian and an online column for Forbes.

Tuesday
4/2/2013
7:00 AM
130402B

Politics of Wind Power in Wisconsin
Wisconsin State Senator Frank Lasee has recently proposed legislation to further regulate wind energy in the state: one bill would allow residents who fall ill from wind turbines to sue the developer; the other would give local governments more say on wind siting measures. Joy Cardin's first guest discusses the politics of wind power in Wisconsin. Then, Joy talks with a wind energy advocate who says Lasee's proposals will cause uncertainty for the wind industry and hamper Wisconsin's economy.

Guests:
- Harvey Jacobs, Professor of Urban & Regional Planning and Environmental Studies at the University of Wisconsin's Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies; he specializes in property rights, local zoning and conflicts between state and local governments.
- Chris Kunkle, a wind industry representative in Madison.

Note: Sen. Lasee declined our invitation to appear on the program.

Tuesday
4/2/2013
8:00 AM
130402C

On Your Money: April 2
Spring typically kicks off the homebuying season, and there are plenty of things to consider before taking the plunge. In this week's On Your Money, Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley with some tips for potential new homeowners, how to look for and choose a new pad, and how the economy is affected by the housing market.

Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
4/2/2013
9:00 PM
130402C

Monday
4/1/2013
6:00 AM
130401A

Homeschooling
Why do some parents home school their children? What are the benefits of home education? Joy Cardin speaks to a pediatrician who homeschools her children about why she does it and how the stereotypes of homeschoolers are wrong.

Wake-Up Call: Congress recently passed an Agricultural Appropriations Bill and, along with it, a provision that critics are calling "The Monsanto Protection Act." The provision protects genetically modified food from litigation in the face of health risks. In today's Wake-Up Call, our guest tells us why he's concerned and why he thinks you should be, too.

Guest: Dr. Kathleen Berchelmann (BUR-chull-man), pediatrician at St. Louis Children's Hospital at Washington University School of Medicine

WUC Guest: Mark Kastel (cass-TELL), co-director and Senior Farm Policy Analyst at the Cornucopia Institute, a farm policy research group based in Cornucopia, Wisconsin

Monday
4/1/2013
7:00 AM
130401B

State Capitol Report: April 1
Governor Scott Walker and Democrats are weighing in on a recent report showing Wisconsin has been one of the worst states in the nation for private-sector job growth. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with WPR's state government reporter about who and what both sides are blaming for the disappointing results. Plus, they'll take a final look at Tuesday's elections for Supreme Court and Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
4/1/2013
7:30 AM
130401X

State Capitol Report: Regulating Frac-Sand Ops
Landowners and local governments would have more say about frac-sand mining operations under a new bill introduced last week. The State Capitol Report continues when Joy Cardin talks with State Senator Kathleen Vinehout about what she says are the problems with the booming industry and how her legislation would control them.

Guest: Kathleen Vinehout, Democratic State Senator from Alma.

Monday
4/1/2013
8:00 AM
130401C

Mondays with Mike - April 2013
A new talk show on the Ideas Network and a new radio station in Rhinelander... there's a lot to talk about this month as WPR's director joins Joy Cardin with the latest news from Wisconsin Public Radio. They'll also take your questions and comments.

Guest: Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio

Monday
4/1/2013
9:00 PM
130401C

Friday
3/29/2013
6:00 AM
130329A

Tell Joy Where to Go: April 2013
The weekend weather forecast is actually calling for spring-like conditions for Wisconsin! Tune in for another installment of "Tell Joy Where to Go" when Joy Cardin and her guest travel expert discuss the many fun - and outdoor - events taking place this Easter weekend and beyond in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Event Sampler: http://wpr.org/r/?1075

Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist to Journal & Topics Newspapers, based in DesPlaines (DezPlanes), Illinois, and a Contributing Travel Editor for the online publication, American BoomeR. He's our monthly contributor to our "Tell Joy Where to Go" programs.

Friday
3/29/2013
7:00 AM
130329B

Drunk Tank Pink
Did you know that a particular shade of pink-dubbed "drunk tank pink"-has a tranquilizing effect and can even calm you? Joy Cardin speaks with a business and psychology professor about how outside forces influence us without our knowledge.

Guest: Adam Alter, author of "Drunk Tank Pink And Other Unexpected Forces That Shape How We Think, Feel, and Behave." He's an assistant professor of marketing and psychology at New York University's Stern School of Business.

Friday
3/29/2013
8:00 AM
130329C

Week in Review: March 29
The United States Supreme Court hears arguments on gay marriage, the candidates for state Supreme Court wind down their cases for a seat on the bench, and Scott Walker - governor AND author. Joy Cardin's guests discuss these and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.

Guests:
- Ben Manski, Executive Director of the Liberty Tree foundation and member of the National Leadership Team at Move to Amend.
- Margaret Farrow, former Republican Lietuenant Governor of Wisconsin and a former state lawmaker.

Friday
3/29/2013
9:00 PM
130329C

Thursday
3/28/2013
6:00 AM
130328A

Soap Operas on the Internet
When All My Children and One Life to Live went off the air early last year, fans were devastated. But last month these shows started filming again, and plan to release new shows this spring-on the internet. Joy Cardin speaks to a soap opera expert about how the Internet model will work and if it could really save the soap opera.

Guest: Sam Ford, Director of Digital Strategy with Peppercomm Strategic Communications and co-editor of "The Survival of Soap Opera: Transformations for a New Media Era." He's also an affiliate with both the Program in Comparative Media Studies at MIT and the Popular Culture Studies Program at Western Kentucky University.

Thursday
3/28/2013
7:00 AM
130328B

Election-Day Voter Registration
Voters in Milwaukee and Dane County will be asked in an advisory referendum next week whether residents should be allowed to continue registering at the polls on election day. Joy Cardin's guest columnist explains why he says the law is good for democracy and that arguments against it are weak.

Guest: Eugene Kane, columnist and blogger, and a senior writer for OnMilwaukee.com; he also writes the Sunday Crossroads column for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Thursday
3/28/2013
7:30 AM
130328X

Governor Scott Walker Writing a Book
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker is writing a book that will be titled, "Unintimidated: A Governor's Story and a Nation's Challenge," and is due to be released this fall. Joy Cardin talks with a political scientist about what this could mean for Walker's future political ambitions, including a possible run for the White House in 2016.

Guest: Mordecai Lee, Professor of Governmental Affairs at UW-Milwaukee.

Thursday
3/28/2013
8:00 AM
130328C

A Father/Son Story of Living with Asperger's
This hour, Joy Cardin's guest shares his unique story as a parent with Asperger's raising a child with Asperger's. Learn about the challenges, adventures, and learning experiences he encountered throughout his journey through parenthood.

Guest: John Elder Robison, author of, "Raising Cubby: A Father and Son's Adventures with Asperger's, Trains, Tractors, and High Explosives"

Thursday
3/28/2013
9:00 PM
130328C

Wednesday
3/27/2013
6:00 AM
130327A

Rare Owl Sightings in Southern Wisconsin
People in southern Wisconsin are giving a great big hoot for the great gray owl! Joy Cardin's guest owl expert discusses what's driving this particular bird so far south this year, why we're so fascinated by owls, and answers your owl-related questions.

Guest: Ryan Brady, Research Scientist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource's Bureau of Wildlife Management. He's the Bird Monitoring Coordinator for the Wisconsin Bird Conservation Initiative, and Chairperson of the Wisconsin Society of Ornithology's Rare Birds Records Committee.

Wednesday
3/27/2013
7:00 AM
130327B

Big Question: Overturn Prop 8 and DOMA?
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments this week on California's gay marriage ban and the National Defense of Marriage Act. Joy Cardin talks with a same-sex marriage advocate and a supporter of traditional marriage in this week's Big Question: Should gay couples be allowed to marry and receive the same benefits as straight couples? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy

Guests:
- Rea (Ray) Carey, Executive Director of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force. http://www.ngltf.org/
- Julaine Appling, President of Wisconsin Family Action. http://www.wifamilyaction.org/

Wednesday
3/27/2013
8:00 AM
130327C

When Someone Dies...
All of us will die, but few of us will take the opportunity to prepare for the onslaught of arrangements and special considerations that need to be made when a loved one passes away. This hour, Joy Cardin's guest shares his practical guide for the logistics of death.

Guest: Scott Smith, a partner in Viant Capital, a San Francisco-based boutique investment bank and tech business incubator; author of, "When Someone Dies: The Practical Guide to the Logistics of Death"

Wednesday
3/27/2013
9:00 PM
130327C

Tuesday
3/26/2013
6:00 AM
130326A

Converging Gender Roles
A Pew Research Center poll on time use shows fathers have more than doubled the amount of time they spend on housework, and almost a quarter of single-earner families have women as the sole breadwinner. Joy Cardin speaks to a sociologist about how family gender roles are converging and what this means.

Guest: Philip Cohen, professor of sociology at the University of Maryland. He blogs at www.FamilyInequality.com

Tuesday
3/26/2013
7:00 AM
130326B

Two Takes on Proposed Woodchuck Hunt
A state lawmaker is working on a bill that would remove the Woodchuck from the Wisconsin protected species list and allow people to hunt them. Representative Andre Jacque tells host Joy Cardin why he says the critter is a nuisance and does not deserve protected status. Then, Joy talks with a critic of the bill who agrees that groundhogs are a problem, but that a hunt is over the top.

Guests:
- Andre Jacque, Republican State Representative from De Pere and author of woodchuck hunting bill.
- Shahla (SHAH-lah) Werner, Director of the Wisconsin John Muir Chapter of the Sierra Club.

Tuesday
3/26/2013
8:00 AM
130326C

On Your Money: Retirement edition
A recent survey says nearly half of American workers are not confident they'll have enough money to retire comfortably. In this week's special edition of On Your Money, Joy Cardin talks with a retirement expert about how to plan for life after work. Plus they discuss how to make up setbacks in savings, navigating the job market, when to take Social Security benefits, and other retirement issues.

Guest: Jean Setzfand (SETS-fand), Vice President of Financial Security at AARP; she leads AARP's educational and outreach efforts aimed at having financial peace of mind in retirement.

Tuesday
3/26/2013
9:00 PM
130326C

Monday
3/25/2013
6:00 AM
130325A

Changing Attitudes on Same-Sex Marriage
Several recent polls show that a growing number of Americans support legalized same-sex marriage. Joy Cardin speaks to a sociologist about public attitudes towards same-sex marriage and how they are changing.

Then it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. A group of activists is walking from the headwaters of the Mississippi to the Gulf of Mexico along the river to raise awareness for pollution. Joy Cardin speaks to a member of the group about the walk and what we should know about water pollution.

Guest:
- Brian Powell, professor of sociology at Indiana University and author of "Counted Out: Same-Sex Relations and American's Definitions of Family."
- Wake-Up Call Guest: Dorene Day, Water Walker and member of the Ojibwe Nation

Monday
3/25/2013
7:00 AM
130325B

State Capitol Report: March 25
The state's budget committee is scheduled to continue combing through Governor Scott Walker's proposed two-year spending plan this week. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with WPR's state government reporter about how lawmakers are reacting towards various parts of the package, including the income tax cut, Medicaid changes and expanding private voucher schools.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
3/25/2013
7:30 AM
130325X

State Capitol Report: Sec. Huebsch on Budget
The State Capitol Report continues when Joy Cardin welcomes Department of Administration Secretary Mike Huebsch. He explains why he says the governor's budget proposals are good for job growth and for making government more efficient.

Guest: Mike Huebsch (HIPSH), Wisconsin's Department of Administration Secretary.

Monday
3/25/2013
8:00 AM
130325C

Song without Words
A childhood illness left Joy Cardin's guest with partial hearing loss at the age of six. One problem: for most of his life, he never knew anything was wrong. This hour, Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the challenges of living with partial hearing loss.

Guest: Gerald Shea, author of, "Song without Words: Discovering My Deafness Halfway Through Life"

Monday
3/25/2013
9:00 PM
130325C

Friday
3/22/2013
6:00 AM
130322A

WPR/SNC Survey: Biggest Problems Facing Wisconsi...
What do you think is the biggest problem facing Wisconsin today? Joy Cardin and her guest political scientist and pollster discuss the findings of the latest WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin Survey, and how Wisconsin residents feel about Governor Walker, the state legislature, and the state Supreme Court.

Guest: Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College in De Pere and Associate at the St. Norbert College Strategic Research Institute.

Friday
3/22/2013
6:30 AM
130322X

WPR/SNC Survey: Mining and Income Tax Cuts
Governor Walker recently signed into law a bill that streamlines the permitting process for a proposed iron ore mine in the Northwoods. Joy Cardin and her guests discuss how Wisconsinites feel about the issue, according to the latest WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin Survey. Then, they'll weigh in on Walker's plan to cut income taxes for state residents.

Guests:
- Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College in De Pere and Associate at the St. Norbert College Strategic Research Institute.
- Michael Kraft, Professor Emeritus of Political Science and Public and Environmental Affairs at UW-Green Bay.

Friday
3/22/2013
7:00 AM
130322B

WPR/SNC Survey: State Supreme Court
The election for state Supreme Court Justice is a little more than a week away. In the latest WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin survey, Joy Cardin's guest political scientists discuss whether the high court is too mixed up in politics and how Wisconsinites feel about the Court's job performance.

Guests:
- Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College in De Pere and Associate at the St. Norbert College Strategic Research Institute.
- Jolly Emrey (EM-ree), Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the Center for Political Science and Public Policy Research at UW-Whitewater.

Friday
3/22/2013
7:30 AM
130322Y

WPR/SNC Survey: Voucher School Expansion
Governor Scott Walker's plan to expand voucher schools in Wisconsin is running into resistance from lawmakers, including from his own party. Joy Cardin and here guests discuss what residents had to say about the concept in the latest WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin Survey.

Guests:
- Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College in De Pere and Associate at the St. Norbert College Strategic Research Institute.
- Steve Correia (korea), Associate Professor of Teacher Education at St. Norbert College.

Friday
3/22/2013
8:00 AM
130322C

Week in Review: March 22
President Obama makes his first trip to Israel, Governor Walker's proposed budget goes before committee, and the U.S. Senate shelves a ban on assault weapons. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing political perspectives discuss those issues and other top national and state news in the Week in Review.

Guests:
- Steve Prestegard, Journalist and blogger at www.StevePrestegard.com.
- Christine Bremer (BREE-mur)-Muggli (MOO-glee), attorney with Bremer & Trollop Law Offices in Wausau and one of Wisconsin's presidential electors.

Friday
3/22/2013
9:00 PM
130322C

Thursday
3/21/2013
6:00 AM
130321A

WPR/SNC Survey: Biggest Problems Facing U.S.
What do you think is the biggest problem facing the United States today? Joy Cardin and her guest political scientist and pollster discuss the findings of the latest WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin Survey, and how Wisconsin residents feel about President Obama, Congress and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Guest: Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College in De Pere and Associate at the St. Norbert College Strategic Research Institute.

Thursday
3/21/2013
6:30 AM
130321X

WPR/SNC Survey: Views on National Economy
Our coverage of the WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin Survey continues with a focus on the economy. Joy Cardin talks with a political scientist and an economist about how Wisconsinites feel about the state of the national economy, who's to blame for sequestration, and the best way to handle the federal budget deficit.

Guests:
- Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College in De Pere and Associate at the St. Norbert College Strategic Research Institute.
- Kevin Quinn, Associate Academic Dean and Professor of Economics at St. Norbert College.

Thursday
3/21/2013
7:00 AM
130321B

WPR/SNC Survey: Gun Reform
Universal background checks, banning military-style assault weapons, having armed guards at schools and increasing funding for mental health treatments are all covered in the latest WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin Survey. Joy Cardin and her round-up of guests discuss these issues and more of the recent developments in gun reform.

Guests:
- Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College in De Pere and Associate at the St. Norbert College Strategic Research Institute.
- Wayne Thompson, Associate Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Carthage College in Kenosha.
- James Fendry, Director of the Wisconsin Pro Gun Movement.
- Tom Barrett, Mayor of Milwaukee and Co-Founder of Mayors Against Illegal Guns.

Thursday
3/21/2013
8:00 AM
130321C

Best TV Sitcom
What do you think is the best TV sitcom of the last thirty years? Joy Cardin speaks to a television expert about one magazine's quest to determine the best TV comedy-and asks for your nominations.

Guest: Robert Thompson, professor of television and popular culture at Syracuse University. He teaches a three-semester-long History of American Television course.

Thursday
3/21/2013
9:00 PM
130321C

Wednesday
3/20/2013
6:00 AM
130320A

County Health Rankings report
Find out which counties in Wisconsin are the healthiest and which ones are the least healthy, according to a new report. Joy Cardin's guest public health expert discusses the findings of the annual County Health Rankings, how areas are improving wellness for their residents, and national trends. http://www.countyhealthrankings.org/

Guest: Karen Timberlake, Director of the University of Wisconsin's Population Health Institute, which is releasing its 10th annual County Health Rankings; she's also the former secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

Wednesday
3/20/2013
7:00 AM
130320B

Big Question: Spring election straw poll
The spring general elections are now less than two weeks away! Joy Cardin holds a straw poll for the two statewide races in this week's Big Question: If the election were held today, which candidate would get your vote for state Supreme Court justice and for state superintendent? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy

Wednesday
3/20/2013
8:00 AM
130320C

Wednesday
3/20/2013
9:00 PM
130320C

Tuesday
3/19/2013
6:00 AM
130319A

What Your Facebook "Likes" Say About You
New research shows that your Facebook "likes" may reveal much more about you than merely being a fan of a product, person or organization. Joy Cardin talks with a social media expert who says you may be inadvertently telling people your sexual orientation, how you vote, or whether you use drugs, and how we can maintain our privacy.

Guest: Jennifer Golbeck, Director of the Human-Computer Interaction Lab at the University of Maryland, an Associate Professor in the university's College of Information Studies, and an Affiliate Associate Professor in the university's Computer Science Department. She's also conducted her own research on social media users.

Tuesday
3/19/2013
7:00 AM
130319B

Candidate Forums: Tony Evers
This half-hour, Joy Cardin hosts a candidate forum with the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, who seeks re-election this year. Listeners are invited to ask their questions for the candidates.

Guest: Tony Evers, State Superintendent of Public Instruction

Tuesday
3/19/2013
7:30 AM
130319X

Candidate Forums: Don Pridemore
Joy Cardin hosts a candidate forum with Don Pridemore, candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Listeners are invited to ask their questions for the candidates.

Guest: Don Pridemore, Republican state representative from Menomonee Falls; candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction

Tuesday
3/19/2013
8:00 AM
130319C

On Your Money: March 19
Many people have filed their tax returns, but that doesn't mean the job is over. In this week's On Your Money, Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley for tips on getting the most of your refund. Plus, he'll have practical advice on protecting your home from costly water damage this spring, and what to know about "daily deals" Web sites before making a purchase.

Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
3/19/2013
9:00 PM
130319C

Monday
3/18/2013
6:00 AM
130318A

Sequestration's Effects on National Parks
Opening roads later, closing visitor centers, furloughing park police and hiring fewer seasonal workers are some of the effects which national parks' officials say may result from the sequestration budget cuts. Joy Cardin talks with a couple of national parks' experts about the noticeable - and the not-so-noticeable - consequences of the five-percent funding reductions.

Then it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. More than sixty percent of gun-related deaths in the United States are suicides. Joy Cardin's guest says that it will take more than gun control measures to reduce that statistic. He'll discuss how we can help prevent suicide.

Guests:
- Lynn McClure, Midwest Regional Director of the National Parks Conservation Association. www.npca.org
- Bob Krumenaker (KRIM-in-ah-kur), Superintendent of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. http://wpr.org/r/?1064
Wake-Up Call Guest:
- Dan Reidenberg, Executive Director of SAVE, which stands for Suicide Awareness and Voices of Education

Monday
3/18/2013
7:00 AM
130318B

Supreme Court Candidate Forums: Patience Roggens...
The spring general elections are just two weeks away. This half-hour, Joy Cardin hosts one last candidate forum with Justice Patience Roggensack, who is vying for re-election in the state Supreme Court race.

Guest: Pat Roggensack, incumbent candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice

Monday
3/18/2013
7:30 AM
130318X

Supreme Court Candidate Forums: Ed Fallone
This half-hour, Joy Cardin hosts a candidate forum with Ed Fallone, who is a candidate for state Supreme Court. They welcome your questions about the issues facing the 2013 spring elections.

Guest: Ed Fallone, Associate professor of law at Marquette University; candidate for state Supreme Court Justice

Monday
3/18/2013
8:00 AM
130318C

Hunger In America
49 million people in the United States are not getting enough food to eat. One in four of these Americans are children. This hour, Joy Cardin and her guests tackle the issue of hunger in America-a problem, they say, is more prevalent than we realize and can be fixed with the government's help.

Guests:
- Peter Pringle, author and co-author of ten books on science and politics. Most recently, he's the editor of "A Place At the Table: The Crisis of 49 Million Hungry Americans and How to Solve It"
- Joel Berg, Executive director of the New York City Coalition Against Hunger. He served for eight years in the Clinton administration in senior executive service positions in the US Department of Agriculture.

Monday
3/18/2013
9:00 PM
130318C

Friday
3/15/2013
6:00 AM
130315A

Irish in Wisconsin
In honor of St. Patrick's Day this weekend, Joy Cardin speaks to a guest about the Irish history in Wisconsin. He'll discuss Irish traditions, how to best celebrate St. Patrick's Day, and how many Irish are in Wisconsin.

Guests:
-John Gleeson, co-director of the Center for Celtic Studies at UW-Milwaukee. He was voted 1993 "Irishman of the Year" and is numbered among Irish America magazine's "Top 100."
-Carrie Katerzynske (kat-er-ZIN-ski), public relations and advertising chairperson for The Shamrock Club of New Dublin.

Friday
3/15/2013
7:00 AM
130315B

American English Idioms
It "goes without saying" that idioms make up the "lion's share" of American English language. This hour, Joy Cardin and her guest "go to town" with the latest edition of the American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms to highlight the definitions of some of our most common phrases.

Guest: Christine Ammer, author of over three dozen reference books. Her latest is, "The American Heritage Dictionary of Idioms, Second Edition"

Friday
3/15/2013
8:00 AM
130315C

Week in Review: March 15
The Catholic church elects a new pope, Congressional Republicans and Democrats unveil competing budget plans, and a slurry of bills see action in Madison. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing political perspectives discuss these and other top national and state stories during the Week in Review.

Guests:
- David Blaska, former Dane County supervisor; he blogs at http://wpr.org/r/?1063.
- Ruth Conniff, Political Editor of The Progressive magazine. www.progressive.org

Friday
3/15/2013
9:00 PM
130315C

Thursday
3/14/2013
6:00 AM
130314A

Pi Day is Pie Day!
Today is 3/14, or as some people refer to it, Pi Day! Thanks to pi, we can calculate the circumference of our favorite pie! This hour, get baking tips and share your favorite pie recipes with Joy Cardin and her guests.

Guests:
- 6:00-6:20 -- Ashley Williams, Bakery Manager for Hubbard Ave. Diner
- 6:20-6:30 -- Cindee Borton-Parker, Regional Manager for Norske Nook Restaurants and Bakery
- 6:30 -- Jennifer Klemke, Vice President of sales and marketing at the Lake Geneva Pie Company

Thursday
3/14/2013
7:00 AM
130314B

Addressing Wisconsin's Alcohol Policies
A new report says binge drinking costs the state nearly $7 billion in the form of lost worker productivity, premature death, health care costs and more. Joy Cardin's guest lawmakers discuss the policy changes they say need to be implemented to fix Wisconsin's alcohol culture.

Then, the Catholic Church has a new leader! Joy talks with a sociology professor about Pope Francis and what this Argentinian pick says about the direction of the church.

Guests:
- Jim Ott, Republican State Representative from Mequon and author of several bills to strengthen Wisconsin's drunk driving laws.
- Tim Carpenter, Democratic State Senator from Milwaukee; he supports sobriety checkpoints to crack down on drunk driving.
- Dean Kaufert, Republican State Representative from Neenah; he opposes sobriety checkpoints.
- Wayne Thompson, Associate Professor of Sociology at Carthage College in Kenosha; he served on the research staff of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese in New York.

Thursday
3/14/2013
8:00 AM
130314C

Top Dog
Positive thinking can be bad for you, testosterone is not linked to aggression, and team-building can hamper success. These are just a few of the fascinating tidbits that Joy Cardin's guest explores in her new book on the science of competition.

Guest: Ashley Merryman, journalist and co-author of "Top Dog: The Science of Winning and Losing." She's also the co-author of "Nurtureshock: New Thinking About Children."

Thursday
3/14/2013
9:00 PM
130314C

Wednesday
3/13/2013
6:00 AM
130313A

March Open Line
What programs do you want to hear on The Joy Cardin Show? What issues do you think we should discuss? Joy Cardin asks listeners for their topic and guest suggestions during our Open Line.

Wednesday
3/13/2013
7:00 AM
130313B

Big Question: Judge right to overturn soda ban?
A New York state judge has struck down Mayor Michael Bloomberg's ban on the sale of supersized "sugary beverages," saying among other reasons, that the Mayor overreached his authority. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing perspectives discuss this week's Big Question: Was the judge right to overturn the city's soda ban? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:
- Dr. Lisa Young, a nationally-recognized nutritionist in New York City and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health at New York University. She's also author of "The Portion Teller Plan." Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?1061
- Michelle Minton, Fellow in Consumer Policy Studies at the Competitive Enterprise Institute; one of the issues she manages is beverage industry regulation. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?1062

Wednesday
3/13/2013
8:00 AM
130313C

The importance of play in education
The American education system inhibits creativity and actually stifles learning. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who says that giving kids the freedom to explore, create, and play is crucial to their development as lifelong learners.
Guest: Peter Gray, research professor in the Department of Psychology at Boston College; author of, "Free To Learn: Why Unleashing the Instinct to Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Self-Reliant, and Better Students for Life"

Wednesday
3/13/2013
9:00 PM
130313C

Tuesday
3/12/2013
6:00 AM
130312A

Technology and Work
Mobile technologies have expanded our ability to work from home, which is good for some workers, but it makes others feel like they can never escape work. Joy Cardin speaks to a human resource expert about the problem of constantly being connected to work.
Guest: Lisa Orndorff, Manager of Employee Relations, Engagement, and Global HR for the Society for Human Resource Management, the world's largest association of human resource professionals

Tuesday
3/12/2013
7:00 AM
130312B

Paul Ryan's New Budget Plan
As part of his upcoming budget plan, Republican Congressman Paul Ryan is proposing to cut federal spending by $5 trillion, partially privatize Medicare, and repeal the national health care law. Joy Cardin talks with a political scientist and budget expert about the significance of the GOP's pitch and how it may be received by Democrats and the American public.
Guest: David Primo (PREE-mo), Ani (AH-nee) and Mark Gabrellian Professor, and Associate Professor of Political Science and Business Administration at the University of Rochester, where he also serves as the Director of Graduate Studies in the Political Science Department.

Tuesday
3/12/2013
7:30 AM
130312X

Talking with Tammy Baldwin
Democratic U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin joins Joy Cardin to talk about recent issues in the news, including sequestration, gun control, gay marriage and more.
Guest: Tammy Baldwin, Democratic U.S. Senator from Wisconsin.

Tuesday
3/12/2013
8:00 AM
130312C

On Your Money: March 12
To save some cold hard cash, you may want to look to your freezer or a simple glass of water. In this week's On Your Money, Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley to discuss how to make the most of these two concepts. Plus, he talks about how investors should react following the Dow reaching an all-time high.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
3/12/2013
9:00 PM
130312C

Monday
3/11/2013
6:00 AM
130311A

Landmark tours and civic education
Friday was the last day that public tours were held at the White House... at least temporarily. What is the significance of visiting landmarks such as these? This hour, Joy Cardin and her guest discuss whether stepping foot at historical sites makes a measurable impact on our understanding of U.S. history.
Wake-Up Call: At least 17 Wisconsin hospitals are reporting cases of a "nightmare bacteria" that kills up to half of all infected patients. In this week's Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, Joy's guest doctor discusses the superbug known as CRE, how health officials are fighting it, and what you can do to protect yourself.
Guests:
- Brett Barker, Associate Professor of History at UW-Marathon County
- Wake-Up Call: Dr. Nasia (NAH-see-yuh) Safdar (SAHF-dahr), staff physician at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Madison, an infectious disease specialist at UW-Hospital and Clinics, and associate professor of medicine at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health.

Monday
3/11/2013
7:00 AM
130311B

State Capitol Report: March 11
Governor Scott Walker is expected to sign the mining bill into law, but litigation may prevent an iron ore mine from actually being built. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with WPR's state government reporter about mining's uncertain future in Wisconsin, along with other recent developments in state politics.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
3/11/2013
7:30 AM
130311X

State Capitol Report: Top Dem on Current Session
The State Capitol Report continues when Joy Cardin welcomes Senate Minority Leader Chris Larson. He gives a progress report on the current legislative session with regard to mining, the budget, education and other measures.
Guest: Chris Larson, Democratic State Senator from Milwaukee and Senate Minority Leader.

Monday
3/11/2013
8:00 AM
130311C

All Natural
Should you give birth at home with a midwife or in a hospital? Is raw milk safe or dangerous? These are questions that Joy Cardin's guest discusses in his book exploring the "all-natural" approach versus the "man-made" approach to diet, healing, and more!
Guest: Nathanael Johnson, journalist and author of "All Natural: A Skeptic's Quest to Discover if the Natural Approach to Diet, Childbirth, Healing, and the Environment Really Keeps Us Healthier and Happier."

Monday
3/11/2013
9:00 PM
130311C

Friday
3/8/2013
6:00 AM
130308A

Community Supported Agriculture
Winter just paid another visit to Wisconsin this week, but that's not stopping many Wisconsinites from planning for the summer harvest. Joy Cardin and her guests talk about how to get the most from local crops through community supported agriculture.
Guests:
- Kiera Mulvey, Executive Director of the FairShare CSA Coalition
- Chris Duke, Committee Chair of the Lake Superior CSA; owner and operator of Great Oak Farm in Mason, WI

Friday
3/8/2013
7:00 AM
130308B

Wacky News Names
A police officer named Kopp, a dentist named Plack, and an optometrist named Lenz. Those are just a few of the wacky news names that Joy Cardin's guest compiled in his new book. He'll discuss these and more-and take your wacky name nominations.
Guest: Steve Busalacchi (boo-suh-LAH-key), author of "Wacky News Names: Monikers That Make You Smirk." Steve is a writer, interviewer, and publicist in Madison, WI. He's the author of several other books including "White Coat Wisdom: Extraordinary Doctors Talk About What They Do, How They Got There, and Why Medicine is So Much More Than A Job."

Friday
3/8/2013
8:00 AM
130308C

Week in Review: March 8
Republicans filibuster the nominee for CIA Director, Venezuelan President - and harsh U.S. critic - Hugo Chavez dies, and resistance grows to the Governor's school voucher plan. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing political perspectives discuss these and other top national and state stories during the Week in Review.
Guests:
- Ed Garvey, Madison attorney and editor of www.fightingbob.com
- Owen Robinson, columnist at the West Bend Daily News and blogger at www.bootsandsabers.com

Friday
3/8/2013
9:00 PM
130308C

Week in Review: March 8
Republicans filibuster the nominee for CIA director, Venezuelan President - and harsh U.S. critic - Hugo Chavez dies, and resistance grows to the governor's school voucher plan. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing political perspectives discuss these and other top national and state stories during the Week in Review.
Guests:
- Ed Garvey, Madison attorney and editor of www.fightingbob.com
- Owen Robinson, columnist at the West Bend Daily News and blogger at www.bootsandsabers.com

Thursday
3/7/2013
6:00 AM
130307A

Addiction
In a recent piece for the UK Spectator, Russell Brand says that people with addiction problems aren't bad, they just have a disease. Joy Cardin speaks to an addiction expert about what addiction is, why some people are prone to it, and how we can treat it.
Guest: Dennis Lorenz (loh-RENZ), Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at UW Green Bay. He teaches a class on drugs and behavior. He's also a board member on the Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling.

Thursday
3/7/2013
7:00 AM
130307B

Gov. Walker's Rent-to-Own Biz Proposals
Under Governor Scott Walker's proposed budget, rent-to-own businesses would no longer be covered by the state's Consumer Protection Act. Further, they would have to disclose an item's price and the number of payments required to own it, and abide by other new regulations. Joy Cardin's first guest says the proposals will help spring up new businesses in Wisconsin; her second guest says they will result in more poor people being grossly overcharged for items.
Guests:
- Jeff Lebakkens (LEE-bahk-enz), President of the Wisconsin Rental Dealers Association and owner of Lebakkens Rent to Own stores.
- Bruce Speight (SPATE), Director of the Wisconsin Public Interest Research Group, or WISPIRG.

Thursday
3/7/2013
8:00 AM
130307C

Defeating the Culture of Bullying
Bullying is not a new problem for adolescents, but in the age of the internet and social media, it's more complex and tougher to combat. This hour, Joy Cardin and her guest discuss why kids bully one another and how to stop it. Plus, yesterday was the fifth annual "r-word day of awareness." We'll get an update from a guest about the nationwide campaign to abolish the "r-word."
Guests:
- Emily Bazelon, Senior Editor at Slate; a contributing writer at The New York Times, and the Truman Capote Fellow at Yale Law School. Author of "Sticks and Stones: Defeating the Culture of Bullying and Rediscovering the Power of Character and Empathy."
- 8:45 am: Christina Harris, Director of Communications for Special Olympics Wisconsin; Anna Olsen, AmeriCorp Member at Special Olympics Wisconsin leading their R-word campaign

Thursday
3/7/2013
9:00 PM
130307C

Defeating the Culture of Bullying
Bullying is not a new problem for adolescents, but in the age of the internet and social media, it's more complex and tougher to combat. This hour, Joy Cardin and her guest discuss why kids bully one another and how to stop it. Plus, yesterday was the fifth annual "r-word day of awareness." We'll get an update from a guest about the nationwide campaign to abolish the "r-word."
Guests:
- Emily Bazelon, senior editor at Slate; a contributing writer at The New York Times, and the Truman Capote Fellow at Yale Law School. Author of "Sticks and Stones: Defeating the Culture of Bullying and Rediscovering the Power of Character and Empathy."
- 9:45 pm: Christina Harris, Director of Communications for Special Olympics Wisconsin; Anna Olsen, AmeriCorp Member at Special Olympics Wisconsin leading their R-word campaign

Wednesday
3/6/2013
6:00 AM
130306A

Making Voting Easier
In his State of the Union address, President Obama vowed to make voting easier for Americans and created a non-partisan commission to improve the voting process. Joy Cardin speaks to a guest about his group's recommendations for the President's commission and asks you what you'd like to improve about voting.
Guest: Dan Roth, Communications Director for the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee

Wednesday
3/6/2013
7:00 AM
130306B

Big Question: Approve Keystone XL Pipeline?
New research from the U.S. State Department has found that the Keystone XL pipeline would not cause significant damage to the environment, renewing calls for President Obama to approve the project. However, environmentalists are not backing away from their opposition to the plan. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing perspectives discuss this week's Big Question: Should President Obama OK the Keystone XL? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:
- Cindy Schild (SHILD), Senior Refining Manager for American Petroleum Institute.
- Anthony Swift, Attorney and Energy Analyst with the Natural Resources Defense Council.

Wednesday
3/6/2013
8:00 AM
130306C

State Rock Song of Wisconsin?
After Aerosmith's "Dream On" and Modern Lovers' "Roadrunner" were both proposed as the state song of Massachusetts, we started wondering-what's the state rock song of Wisconsin? Joy Cardin speaks to a pop culture expert about the top contenders and takes your suggestions.
Guest: Jonathan Pollack, History instructor and pop culture expert at Madison Area Technical College

Wednesday
3/6/2013
9:00 PM
130306C

Tuesday
3/5/2013
6:00 AM
130305A

Travel Tips
It may not seem like it given the snowy weather across much of the state, but spring break is only a couple of weeks away! Joy Cardin talks with travel expert Peter Greenberg about some of the hottest destinations to consider this year, how sequestration may affect your upcoming travel plans, and other travel-related topics.
Guest: Peter Greenberg, CBS News Travel Editor and author of "The Best Places for Everything: The Ultimate Insider's Guide to the Greatest Experiences Around the World." He's also one of the Distinguished Scholars at Discovery at UW-Madison's Wisconsin Institute for Discovery. www.petergreenberg.com

Tuesday
3/5/2013
7:00 AM
130305B

Winter's Not Over Yet!
Like it or not, much of Wisconsin is about to get decked with another dose of snow, adding to what's already been one of the snowiest - and wettest - winters on record in some areas. Joy Cardin's first two guests have the latest weather conditions and hazards across the state. Then, her guest climate expert discusses why he says we're returning to a more normal March, an update on the drought, and when spring may arrive.
Guests:
- Jeff Last, Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Green Bay.
- Tod Pritchard, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for Wisconsin Emergency Management.
- Kyle Swanson, Professor of Atmospheric Science in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at UW-Milwaukee.

Tuesday
3/5/2013
8:00 AM
130305C

On Your Money: March 5
It's another edition of On Your Money! Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley discusses finding errors on your credit report, calculating social security payments, and protecting yourself from identity - and tax refund - theft. Plus, he answers your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
3/5/2013
9:00 PM
130305C

Monday
3/4/2013
6:00 AM
130304A

Transportation Funding Options
According to Joy Cardin's guests, our national transportation system is facing its own devastating fiscal cliff. They'll explain why they say we're in a crisis and what they think we should do about it.
Then, it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Joy welcomes Wisconsin Public Radio's chief engineer who says too many people are victims of computer viruses. He discusses some simple ways to practice "safe computing."
Guests:
--Dennis Slater, President of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, a Milwaukee-based trade group that represents major road-building firms and other equipment manufacturers
--Nick Yaksich, Vice President of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers
--Steve Johnston, Director of Engineering and Operations at Wisconsin Public Radio

Monday
3/4/2013
7:00 AM
130304B

State Capitol Report: March 4
The state Assembly is expected to vote on and pass the mining bill this week which recently cleared the Senate by a 17-16 vote. In this edition of the State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with WPR's State Government Reporter about what's in the legislation, plus the rest of the latest happenings in Wisconsin politics.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
3/4/2013
7:30 AM
130304X

State Capitol Report: Smoking Fee
In an effort to save the state money and get people to quit smoking, Governor Scott Walker has proposed increasing the cost of health insurance for state employees who smoke. In the second half of the State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin's guest economist says he expects the idea to gain support as states deal with tight finances. Then, she talks with an anti-smoking advocate who says Wisconsin can do much better if it wants to get smokers to quit.
Guests:
- Adam Hoffer, Associate Professor of Economics at UW-La Crosse.
- Maureen Busalacchi (boo-suh-LAH-kee), Executive Director of SmokeFree Wisconsin.

Monday
3/4/2013
8:00 AM
130304C

Mondays with Mike (March 2013)
What's on your mind when it comes to Wisconsin Public Radio's programming and operations? WPR's Director joins Joy Cardin this hour to respond to listener questions and comments. And he'll share details about news and events at WPR in the month of March!
Guest: Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio

Monday
3/4/2013
9:00 PM
130304C

Friday
3/1/2013
6:00 AM
130301A

Tell Joy Where to Go: March 2013
The first official day of spring is less than three weeks away, and Wisconsin is ready to celebrate! For those suffering with spring fever, Joy Cardin's guest travel expert has some recommendations for fun family events coming up in March. And for those clinging to winter, there are plenty of great activities in store for you too. Events calendar: http://wpr.org/r/?1048
Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist to Journal & Topics Newspapers, based in DesPlaines (DezPlanes), Illinois, and a Contributing Travel Editor for the online publication, American BoomeR. He's our monthly contributor to our "Tell Joy Where to Go" programs.

Friday
3/1/2013
7:00 AM
130301B

Future of the MacKenzie Environmental Center
Last week, the DNR announced a plan to transform the MacKenzie Environmental Education Center near Poynette into a hunting and fishing training center. The community is divided over the plan. This half-hour, Joy Cardin talks with the executive director of the Wisconsin Wildlife Federation, which runs the MacKenzie Center, about what this means for the Center and visitors alike.
Guest: George Meyer, executive director of the Wisconsin Wildlife Federation, which runs the MacKenzie Environmental Education Center with the DNR.

Friday
3/1/2013
7:30 AM
130301X

Aldo Leopold Weekend
This weekend is "Aldo Leopold Weekend." This half-hour, Joy Cardin's guest shares his thoughts on how to reignite Leopold's commitment to a harmonious, balanced system of land use.
Guest: Rick Kyte, Director of the D. B. Reinhart Institute for Ethics in Leadership; Professor of Philosophy at Viterbo University in La Crosse. He writes a regular column for the La Crosse Tribune titled, "The Ethical Life." He is a former president of the Coulee Region Chapter of Trout Unlimited and a member of the La Crosse County Conservation Alliance.

Friday
3/1/2013
8:00 AM
130301C

Week in Review: March 1, 2013
The sequestration deadline looms, Jack Lew and Chuck Hagel win Senate confirmation, and Republican state senators pass mining legislation. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing political perspectives discuss those issues and other top national and state news stories in the Week in Review.
Guests:
- Dan Kapanke, former Republican State Senator from La Crosse and owner of the La Crosse Loggers baseball team.
- Tony Palmeri, Associate Professor of Communications at UW-Oshkosh and Media Columnist for the Fox Valley SCENE.

Friday
3/1/2013
9:00 PM
130301C

Thursday
2/28/2013
6:00 AM
130228A

Addressing State's Alcohol Culture
It's been a little more than a week since authorities say a 23-year-old UW-La Crosse student died after a night of heavy drinking. The incident has renewed calls for action to change the state's alcohol culture. Joy Cardin's guest says some productive steps have been taken in recent years, but that there's still more work to be done.
Guest: Julia Sherman, Coordinator of the Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Program at the University of Wisconsin Law School.

Thursday
2/28/2013
7:00 AM
130228B

GOP's Growing Split
The split in the Republican party continues to grow with moderates and conservatives butting heads on several big issues, including gay marriage, immigration, the economy and more. Joy Cardin talks with a political scientist about what's causing this divide and how it may affect future elections and policies.
Guest: Tim Hagle, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Iowa; he's a faculty adviser to the University of Iowa College Republicans and the Iowa Federation of College Republicans.

Thursday
2/28/2013
8:00 AM
130228C

Raising Global IQ
In order for our students to remain competitive internationally, we must help them raise their "global IQ." That's according to Joy Cardin's guest this hour: an educator with ideas that teachers and administrators can start using today in order to build a competitive future.
Guest: Carl Hobert, clinical instructor in the Boston University School of Education; director of the Axis of Hope Center for International Conflict Management and Prevention; author of, "Raising Global IQ: Preparing Our Students for a Shrinking Planet."

Thursday
2/28/2013
9:00 PM
130228C

Wednesday
2/27/2013
6:00 AM
130227A

Teacher Morale at All-Time Low
This year's MetLife Survey of the American Teacher shows that teacher job satisfaction is at a 25-year low. One of the biggest challenges that these educators say they face comes from outside the classroom-mostly in the form of budget cuts. Joy Cardin speaks to an education expert about these findings and what they mean for the future of education.
Guest: Michael Apple, John Bascom Professor of Curriculum and Instruction and Educational Policy Studies at UW-Madison

Wednesday
2/27/2013
7:00 AM
130227B

Big Question: Pass Mining Legislation?
After the Joint Finance Committee passed a bill this week to overhaul the state's mining regulations, the state Senate is poised to do the same on Wednesday and the Assembly, next week. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing perspectives discuss this week's Big Question: Should the legislature pass the mining bill?
Guests:
- Anne Sayers, Program Director for the Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters.
- Kelly Kline, Director of the Iron County Resource Development Association, Inc.

Wednesday
2/27/2013
8:00 AM
130227C

Don't Shoot
Faced with the daunting task of helping police departments tackle inner-city crime and reduce gun violence, Joy Cardin's guest put forth an idea: Ask offenders to stop. This hour, we'll discuss how law enforcement agencies across the country are taking a new approach to reducing crime, and how local municipalities are putting these ideas to work in our own backyard.
Guests:
- David Kennedy, Director of the Center for Crime Prevention and Control at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City. He's the author of, "Don't Shoot: One Man, A Street Fellowship, and the End of Violence in Inner-City America"
- Tom Woodmansee, Lieutenant of Investigative Support, head of the Special Investigations Unit and the Focused Deterrence Program for the Madison Police Department.

Wednesday
2/27/2013
9:00 PM
130227C

Tuesday
2/26/2013
6:00 AM
130226A

The Alzheimer's Diet
Nutrition is very important to brain health, and can even help you prevent certain diseases. Joy Cardin speaks to a neurology expert about how you can change your diet to help prevent Alzheimer's disease-and what else you can do to lessen your risk of developing Alzheimer's.

Guest Dr. Richard Isaacson, author of "The Alzheimer's Diet: A Step-by-Step Nutritional Approach for Memory Loss Prevention and Treatment." He's an associate professor of clinical neurology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He's also the author of "Alzheimer's Treatment Alzheimer's Prevention: A Patient and Family Guide."

Tuesday
2/26/2013
7:00 AM
130226B

Two Takes on Sequestration
Billions of dollars in across-the-board federal spending cuts are set to kick in this week unless Congress can reach a deal to avert sequestration. Joy Cardin's first guest policy expert says the cuts will harm those looking for work, seeking health care and public safety. Her second guest says sequestration is miniscule compared to spending levels and is something that should be celebrated instead of feared.
Guests:

- Anna Chu, Policy Director for the ThinkProgress War Room at the Center for American Progress Action Fund. Recent piece: http://wpr.org/r/?1040

- Tom Giovanetti (jo-van-ED-dee), President of the Institute for Policy Innovation. Recent study: http://wpr.org/r/?1041

Tuesday
2/26/2013
8:00 AM
130226C

On Your Money: February 26
Sequestration's potential effects on your pocketbook, reducing unwanted telemarketing calls, and saving money watching your favorite flicks. In this week's On Your Money, Joy Cardin talks with financial planner Kevin McKinley about these topics and others, plus answers your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
2/26/2013
9:00 PM
130226C

On Your Money: February 26
Sequestration's potential effects on your pocketbook, reducing unwanted telemarketing calls, and saving money watching your favorite flicks. In this week's On Your Money, Joy Cardin talks with financial planner Kevin McKinley about these topics and others, plus answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Monday
2/25/2013
6:00 AM
130225A

Moving Out of Wisconsin
An unscientific study says Wisconsin is ranked tenth nationwide for people moving out, with people blaming the weather, the economy and politics. Joy Cardin talks with a Madison business reporter about why some residents are unhappy, and welcomes your thoughts on whether you're considering leaving or planning on staying put.
Then, in our Monday morning Wake-Up Call, a new study reports that as much as one-third of the nation's seafood supply is mislabeled. We'll discuss which types of fish are commonly mislabeled and what can be done about it.
Guests:
- Mike Ivey, reporter for The Capital Times.
- Kimberly Warner, senior scientist at Oceana and lead author of Oceana's study on seafood fraud

Monday
2/25/2013
7:00 AM
130225B

State Capitol Report: February 25
Dennis Smith resigns as Secretary of Health Services, mixed reactions pour in over Governor Scott Walker's proposed budget, and a busy week ahead for mining legislation. In this edition of the State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with WPR's state government reporter about these issues and more of the latest happenings in state politics.

Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's state government reporter.

Monday
2/25/2013
7:30 AM
130225X

State Capitol Report: Work-Sharing Legislation
State Democrats are accusing their fellow Republicans of attacking private labor unions with a bill that would allow employers to reduce the hours of union workers. In the second half of the State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker discusses why she says the GOP work-sharing bill is the first blow at scaling back private sector employee bargaining rights.

Guest: Julie Lassa, Democratic State Senator from Stevens Point; she co-authored work-sharing legislation that includes union protections. Press release: http://wpr.org/r/?1037

Monday
2/25/2013
8:00 AM
130225C

What to Expect When No One's Expecting
Forget the debt ceiling, the upcoming sequestration deadline, our ailing economy-Joy Cardin's guest says our nation's biggest problem is our declining birth rate. He'll explain why this problem is so dire and what we can do about it.

Guest: Jonathan Last, author of "What to Expect When No One's Expecting: America's Coming Demographic Disaster." He's a senior writer at the Weekly Standard, and his writings have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, Philadelphia Inquirer, and elsewhere. He blogs at JonathanLast.com.

Monday
2/25/2013
9:00 PM
130225C

What to Expect When No One's Expecting
Forget the debt ceiling, the upcoming sequestration deadline, our ailing economy-Joy Cardin's guest says our nation's biggest problem is our declining fertility rate. He'll explain why this problem is so dire and what we can do about it.

Guest: Jonathan Last, author of "What to Expect When No One's Expecting: America's Coming Demographic Disaster." He's a senior writer at the Weekly Standard, and his writings have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, Philadelphia Inquirer, and elsewhere. He blogs at JonathanLast.com.

Friday
2/22/2013
6:00 AM
130222A

Wisconsin Life
The state of Wisconsin has many quirks and unique qualities. Joy Cardin speaks to a guest historian and author about what makes Wisconsin so special and why we should celebrate Wisconsin life.

Guest: Erika Janik, historian, author, and the executive producer of Wisconsin Life. Her books include "A Short History of Wisconsin" and "Odd Wisconsin: Amusing, Perplexing and Unlikely Stories from Wisconsin's Past."

Friday
2/22/2013
7:00 AM
130222B

Memes
Have you heard of the Harlem Shake yet? It's a video that's being spoofed over and over on the Internet. Joy Cardin's guest says this is a "meme." She'll talk about what memes are and why certain videos and photos become so popular.

Guest: Amanda Brennan, researcher, meme librarian, and in-house cat expert at KnowYourMeme.com.

Friday
2/22/2013
8:00 AM
130222C

Week in Review: February 22, 2013
Governor Scott Walker releases his state budget proposal for the next two years, Wisconsin votes in the state Supreme Court primary, and Washington points fingers over sequestration. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing political perspectives discuss those issues and other top national and state news stories in the Week in Review.

Guests:

- John Sharpless, Professor of History at UW-Madison.

- Joe Wineke, former State Senator and former chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin.

Friday
2/22/2013
9:00 PM
130222C

Thursday
2/21/2013
6:00 AM
130221A

Gov. Walker's Budget Address Wrap
Governor Scott Walker has laid out his budget priorities for the next two years, which include expanding voucher schools, increasing funding for public education, and cutting income taxes. Joy Cardin talks with a political scientist about Walker's budget address and gets reaction from lawmakers on the state's Joint Finance Committee, which will take up the budget next.
Guests:
- Arnold Shober, Associate Professor of Government at Lawrence University.
- Jennifer Shilling, Democratic State Senator from La Crosse and a member of the Joint Committee on Finance.
- Dan LeMahieu (LEM-uh-hyoo), Republican State Representative from Cascade and a member of the Joint Committee on Finance.

Thursday
2/21/2013
7:00 AM
130221B

Two Takes on Gov. Walker's Proposed Budget
Now that Governor Scott Walker has formally released his next two-year budget for Wisconsin, let the debate begin! Joy Cardin welcomes two guests of opposing political perspectives to discuss education, transportation and other spending priorities.

Guests:
- Chris Lato (LAH-toe), former Communications Director of the Republican Party of Wisconsin, and a Republican campaign consultant.
- Kathleen Falk, former Dane County Executive; she served as a delegate to the 2012 Democratic National Convention.

Thursday
2/21/2013
8:00 AM
130221C

Cooking with Spices
We spice things up with a conversation about... spices! Joy Cardin talks with a couple of spice merchants about how to add some pizzazz to your meals, experiment with exotic flavors, and answer your spice-related questions.
Guests: Tom and Patty Erd, Owners of The Spice House. www.thespicehouse.com

Thursday
2/21/2013
9:00 PM
130221C

Wednesday
2/20/2013
6:00 AM
130220A

Travel Tips
An engine room fire on a Carnival cruise ship meant that over four thousand guests had to go without power and working toilets for five days. This hour, Joy Cardin's guest travel consultant shares travel tips and things you should know when the going gets tough while abroad.
Guest: Barbara Kazmer, travel consultant with Capitol Travel Services, Inc. in Monona

Wednesday
2/20/2013
7:00 AM
130220B

Big Question: State Supreme Court Race
Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Pat Roggensack and Marquette University law professor Ed Fallone have advanced in Tuesday's primary election, setting the two up to face each other in the April 2 general election. Joy Cardin's guests of opposing political perspectives discuss this week's Big Question: Who will get your vote for the state's high court? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Peg Lautenschlager (LOWT-en-shlaw-gur), former Democratic Attorney General of Wisconsin, former state legislator and former United States attorney; she's currently an attorney of Bauer and Bach law firm.

- Rick Esenberg (ESS-en-berg), Adjunct Professor of Law at Marquette University, President and General Counsel of the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty, and a Community Columnist for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel; he blogs at www.sharkandshepherd.blogspot.com.

Wednesday
2/20/2013
8:00 AM
130220C

Monarch Butterflies
Every spring, Wisconsin is home to monarch butterflies before they migrate south in the fall. Joy Cardin speaks to a monarch expert about the lifespan of these butterflies, how and why they migrate, and how you can help them.
Guest: Karen Oberhauser (OH-bur-how-ser), professor in the department of fisheries, wildlife, and conservation biology at the University of Minnesota. She's also the director of the Monarch Larva Monitoring Project.

Wednesday
2/20/2013
9:00 PM
130220C

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