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Monday
7/18/2011
8:00 AM
 110718C

Harry Potter...The End???
The last movie is out . . . the books are all written . . . but will the mania last? After eight, Joy Cardin talks with a Wisconsin expert on the influential young wizard, Harry Potter.
Guest: Ed Kern, Associate Professor of History, Lawrence University. Author, "The Wisdom of Harry Potter". Creator, "Thinking About Harry Potter" course.


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Friday
7/15/2011
6:00 AM
 110715A

Aerial Adventures Over Wisconsin
Get up, up, and away with Joy Cardin and her guests, after six. They'll describe what it's like seeing Wisconsin from a hang glider, a helicopter, and a hot air balloon. . . and welcome your aerial adventure stories, too.
Guests:

Kristen Scheuing (SHOO-ing), Editor, Wisconsin Trails magazine - hot-air ballooning.

6:20 - Chelsey Lewis, Assistant Editor, Wisconsin Trails magazine - hang gliding.

6:35 - Jerry Luterman (LOO-ter-min), photographer, Wisconsin Trails magazine - helicopter.


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Friday
7/15/2011
7:00 AM
 110715B

Candidate Forum: 30th Senate District
The first Wisconsin general election in this recall season is coming up on Tuesday. After seven, Joy Cardin talks with Democratic State Senator Dave Hansen of Green Bay. After seven-thirty, she chats with Republican challenger, David VanderLeest.
Guests:

7:00 - Dave Hansen, Democratic State Senator, Green Bay. http://hansenforsenate.com/

7:30 - David VanderLeest, Republican candidate, Wisconsin 30th Senate District. http://vanderleestforsenate.com/
http://wisconsinvote.org/index.cfm


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Friday
7/15/2011
8:00 AM
 110715C

Week in Review
After eight, it's the Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests. from the debt ceiling debate to recalls and reditricting in Wisconsin, they'll tackle the top stories of the week.
Guests:

Chris Lato, former communications director for the Republican Party of Wisconsin

Tony Palmeri, Professor of Communication at UW-Oshkosh and Media Columnist for the Scene Newspaper in the Fox Valley region.


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Thursday
7/14/2011
6:00 AM
 110714A

Socia Media and Politics
President Obama holds a Twitter town hall, Governor Walker keeps an impressive Twitter presence, and presidential candidates vie for support on YouTube and Facebook. After six, Joy Cardin's guest looks at the role of social media in politics.
Guest: Heather LaMarre, Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Minnesota.


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Thursday
7/14/2011
7:00 AM
 110714B

Jobs and economic recovery
With a bleak June Jobs report just out, Joy Cardin's guest, after seven, has some ideas on how to boost employment and wages . . . and help revive The American Dream.
Guest: Thomas Kochan (KOKE-en), professor of management, Sloan School of Business, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Aithor, "Restoring the American Dream: A Working Families' Agenda for America."

Restoring the American Dream: A Working Families' ...
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Thursday
7/14/2011
8:00 AM
 110714C

Mindset List of American History
What modern convenience did 1918 graduates think of as a thrill? And how long has "friend" been an active verb? After eight, Joy Cardin and her guests explore the "Mindset Lists" that help people of different ages work past their cultural confusion.
Guests:

- Tom McBride, Professor of English, and Keefer Professor of Humanities, Beloit College.

- Ron Nief (neef), former Public Affairs Director, Beloit College. Founder, The Mindset List.
- Co Authors, "The Mindset List of American History: From Typewriters to Text Messages, What Ten Generations of Americans Think is Normal."


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Wednesday
7/13/2011
6:00 AM
 110713A

Recalls: The Road Ahead
Recall elections are underway, after yesterday's primary vote. After six, Joy Cardin's guest analyzes the road ahead to run-off elections . . . and what it will take for the two parties to be successful.
Guest: Mordecai Lee, Professor of Governmental Affairs, UW-Milwaukee


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Wednesday
7/13/2011
7:00 AM
 110713B

Big Question: Light Bulb Regulations
A plan before the U.S. House of Representatives would repeal efficiency regulations for light bulbs. After seven, Joy Cardin gets two takes on the issue for this week's Big Question.
Guests:

- Myron Ebell (E-bell), director of energy and global warming policy, Competitive Enterprise Institute

- Jim Presswood, Federal Energy Policy Director, Natural Resources Defense Council.


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Wednesday
7/13/2011
8:00 AM
 110713C

Weeds
According to Joy Cardin's guest, after eight, weeds are the misunderstood bad-guys in our lawns and gardens . . . and we should rethink our relationship with them.
Guest: Richard Mabey, nature writer. Author, "Weeds: In Defense of Nature's Most Unloved Plants"

Weeds: In Defense of Nature's Most Unloved Plants
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Tuesday
7/12/2011
6:00 AM
 110712A

Cherish the Publishers
The rise of e-books is making it easy for an author to publish their own works . . . too easy, according to Joy Cardin's guest, after six, who says it's the job of the publisher to help to sift and winnow the good stuff from the bad.
Guest: Eric Felten, culture columnist, The Wall Street Journal. His column on publishing: http://wpr.org/r/?567
Author, "Loyalty: The Vexing Virtue"

Loyalty: The Vexing Virtue
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Tuesday
7/12/2011
7:00 AM
 110712B

Debt ceiling negotiations
What kind of deal . . . if any . . . will President Obama and Republican leaders make with regard to the more-than fourteen-trillion-dollar debt ceiling? After seven, Joy Cardin's guest examines what's at stake for both sides in the debt ceiling crisis, and the political ramifications of a government default.
Guest: Charles Franklin, Professor of Political Science, UW-Madison. Co-developer and contributor, Pollster.com.


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Tuesday
7/12/2011
8:00 AM
 110712C

On Your Money
After eight, it's this week's edition of On Your Money with Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley. Kevin has answers for your personal finance questions, and describes why payday may be hazardous to our health.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
7/11/2011
6:00 AM
 110711A

Exercise: how much, and what kind?
Obesity continues to climb in the U.S. After six, Joy Cardin talks with the author of new exercise guidelines that can keep you healthy and fit.
Guest: Carol Ewing Garber, Associate Professor of Movement Sciences / Director, Graduate Program in Applied Physiology, Columbia University Teachers College. Lead author, new recommendations on exercise, American College of Sports Medicine.
At six-fifty, it's the Monday morning wake-up call. Joy's guest says the shocking murders of three Madison children show that communities need to get involved in preventing child abuse.
Guest: Hanna Roth, co-founder of the Rainbird Foundation.


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Monday
7/11/2011
7:00 AM
 110711B

State Capitol Report
After seven, get a preview of tomorrow's recall primaries, and an update on other top Wisconsin political stories, on this week's edition of The State Capitol Report with Joy Cardin and WPR reporter Shawn Johnson.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, WPR State Government Reporter.


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Monday
7/11/2011
7:30 AM
 110711X

Redistricting plan for state legislature
Republican leaders unveiled their redistricting plan for Wisconsin's legislature, and a vote is possible as early as this week. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the plan, and the effort to pass it before recall elections.
Guest: Dennis Dresang, Emeritus Professor of Political Science and Public Affairs, UW-Madison


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Monday
7/11/2011
8:00 AM
 110711C

Mondays with Mike - July 2011
It's the first Monday of the month, and time for another installment of "Mondays with Mike". After eight, Joy Cardin welcomes WPR Director Mike Crane to talk about upcoming programming and operations. And, they'll chat with WPR regional managers about upcoming events around the state.
Guests:

- Mike Crane, Director, Wisconsin Public Radio.
8:23 - Dean Kallenbach, WPR Western Regional Manager, Eau Claire.

8:30 - Rick Reyer, WPR Central Regional Manager, Wausau.

8:37 - John Munson, WPR Northwestern Regional Manager, Superior.

8:43 - Ellen Clark, WPR Northeastern Regional Manager, Green Bay.

8:50 - Lisa Nalbandian, WPR Southeastern Regional Manager, Milwaukee.


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Friday
7/8/2011
6:00 AM
 110708A

Tavern League: Portraits of Wisconsin Bars
Wisconsin is home to more than eleven-thousand taverns, and according to the Tavern League of Wisconsin, many have been around for quite a while. After six, Joy Cardin's guest describes his recent trip visiting bars across the State that capture the rich tavern culture in Wisconsin.
Guest: Carl Corey, still-photographer, "Tavern League: Portraits of Wisconsin Bars." http://wpr.org/r/?564

Tavern League: Portraits of Wisconsin Bars
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Friday
7/8/2011
7:00 AM
 110708B

Final Space Shuttle Launch
Weather permitting, Space Shuttle Atlantis will lift-off today for the last time, closing the book on NASA's Shuttle program. After seven, Joy Cardin's guest discusses the significance of today's event, and what lies ahead for American space exploration.
Guest: Roger Launius (LAWN-ee-iss), Space History Curator, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. http://www.nasm.si.edu/


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Friday
7/8/2011
8:00 AM
 110708C

Week in Review, July 8th, 2011
After eight, join Joy Cardin and her guests for The Week in Review, with a look at concealed carry, the debt ceiling stalemate, and other top state and national news stories of the week.
Guests:

- Peg Lautenschlager, Attorney, Bauer and Bach. Former Democrat Attorney General of Wisconsin

- Steve Prestegard, publisher and editor, former Marketplace Magazine. Author, Presteblog. http://presteblog.blogspot.com/


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Thursday
7/7/2011
6:00 AM
 110707A

Media Frenzy at Casey Anthony Trial
News media outlets had a field day when the not-guilty verdict was announced Tuesday in the Casey Anthony murder trial. After six, Joy Cardin's guest discusses why he's disappointed in the handling of the story by the media. A look at the timing of the trial, a Florida policy on cameras in the courtroom, and the novel-like intrigue that helped fuel the media frenzy.
Guest: Al Tompkins, Senior Faculty Member, Broadcasting and Online Group, Poynter Institute.


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Thursday
7/7/2011
7:00 AM
 110707B

How do you feel about concealed carry?
Wisconsin's new Concealed Carry bill will be signed into law tomorrow. After seven, call Joy Cardin with your thoughts on the change . . . and let her know whether it will make you feel safer, or less safe . . . whether you will carry a firearm . . . and whether you think businesses should ban them.

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Thursday
7/7/2011
8:00 AM
 110707C

A Planet of Viruses
After eight, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at viruses, the ones that cause disease, the ones that fight disease, and the ones that are a natural part of our physical landscape.
Guest: Carl Zimmer, science writer. Author, "A Planet of Viruses", "The Tangled Bank: An Introduction to Evolution", "Parasite Rex." His blog: http://blogs.discovermagazine.com/loom/

A Planet of Viruses
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Wednesday
7/6/2011
6:00 AM
 110706A

The downside of wealth disparity
After six, Joy Cardin's guest says the wealth disparity in the U.S. is leaving the poor behind . . . and threatening our social compact.
Guest: Bill Wineke, columnist, channel3000.com, (WISC-TV, Madison). His column: http://www.channel3000.com/news/28436031/detail.html


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Wednesday
7/6/2011
7:00 AM
 110706B

Grilling: Gas or Charcoal?
After seven, for this week's Big Question, Joy Cardin's guests of opposing perspectives discuss one of the hottest debates of the summer grilling season . . . gas or charcoal? Online poll: http://www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- John Currence, Chef/Owner, City Grocery Restaurant Group, Oxford, Mississippi. http://www.citygroceryonline.com/

- Elizabeth Karmel, Executive Chef, Hill Country BBQ, New York City. http://girlsatthegrill.com/


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Wednesday
7/6/2011
8:00 AM
 110706C

Gridlock and its consequences
Compromise may be a lost art in American politics. After eight, Joy Cardin's guest talks about gridlock, and the damage it can cause, in the federal debt ceiling debate, and beyond.
Guest: David H. Schanzer, Associate Professor, Sanford School of Public Policy, Duke University. Director, Triangle Center on Terrorism and Homeland Security. His blog: http://dukegridlock.blogspot.com/


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Tuesday
7/5/2011
6:00 AM
 110705A

Video game violence and kids
The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a ban on the sale of violent video games to children last week . . . but, according to Joy Cardin's guest, after six, that doesn't mean those games are harmless.
Guest: Craig Anderson, Professor of Psychology, Iowa State University. Co-author of "Violent Video Game Effects on Children and Adolescents."

Violent Video Game Effects on Children and Adolesc...
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Tuesday
7/5/2011
7:00 AM
 110705B

Schools in a new budget landscape
The collective bargaining law is in place, and the new State budget is passed. After seven, Joy Cardin and her guest look at school districts around the state in the new budget landscape.
Guest: Steve Correia, Associate Professor of Education, St. Norbert College.


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Tuesday
7/5/2011
8:00 AM
 110705C

On Your Money
After eight, get financial advice and money saving tips on this week's edition of On Your Money with Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
7/4/2011
6:00 AM
 110704A

Quest for the Magic Cheeseburger
After six, join the hunt for Wisconsin's best cheeseburger with Joy Cardin and her guest . . . and call in with your favorites, whether meat or veggie, restaurant-made or home-cooked.
Plus, for the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, a timely alert for protecting ourselves from the sun.
Guest: Emmy Fink, Discover Wisconsin www.discoverwisconsin.com

Wake-up call guest: Dr. Gloria Xu (shoo), Assistant Professor of Dermatology, UW-Madison


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Monday
7/4/2011
7:00 AM
 110704B

Recalls coming
After seven, it's The State Capitol Report. Joy Cardin and her guest examine the latest news surrounding the upcoming recall elections.
Guest: JR Ross, editor, www.WisPolitics.com


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Monday
7/4/2011
8:00 AM
 110704C

Declaration of Independents
After eight, Joy Cardin's guest say Americans could use a dose of independence from the major political parties . . . and that Libertarian politics can cure what ails the nation.
Guests:
- Matt Welch, Editor in Chief, Reason magazine

- Nick Gillespie, Editor-in-Chief, Reason.com

-Co-authors, "The Declaration of Independents: How Libertarian Politics Can Fix What's Wrong With America"

The Declaration of Independents: How Libertarian P...
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Friday
7/1/2011
6:00 AM
 110701A

Tell Joy Where to Go: July
The Fourth of July weekend is here, and there are plenty of activities across Wisconsin to help you celebrate. After six, Joy Cardin's guest offers his best bets for fun in the Summer sun . . . both for the holiday, and the month ahead.
Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist, Journal & Topics Newspapers. Monthly contributor, "Tell Joy Where to Go" programs.


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Friday
7/1/2011
7:00 AM
 110701B

Well-Being--what we can learn from people over 6...
After seven, Joy Cardin's guest talks about a recent survey that finds that when it comes to personal well-being, things get better when you reach 65 years. A look at the findings, as well as the lessons we can learn for better living.
Guest: John Harris, Vice-President of Innovations. Chief Well-Being Officer, Healthways


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Friday
7/1/2011
8:00 AM
 110701C

Week in Review, July 1st 2011
After eight, it's The Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests. Today, a look at the latest unrest in the Wisconsin Supreme Court, news on the recall elections, and the federal budget stalemate.
Guests:

- Matt Rothschild, Publisher, The Progressive

- Owen Robinson, columnist, West Bend Daily News. Blogger, BootsAndSabers.com


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Thursday
6/30/2011
6:00 AM
 110630A

Ban Fast Food Ads for Kids?
Ban fast food ads on children's TV shows. That's the message from the American Academy of Pediatrics...and after six, Joy Cardin and her guest will look at the impact of the marketing of unhealthy food to kids.
Guest: Jennifer Harris, Director of Marketing Initiatives at the Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity at Yale University


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Thursday
6/30/2011
7:00 AM
 110630B

Public Opinion of Court
People around the State and the Nation are wondering, "what's going on with the Wisconsin Supreme Court?" After seven, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at the unusual degree of controversy . . . and hostility . . . in the Wisconsin High Court . . . and what it means for the image of the state, and the judicial system.
Guest: Jolly Emrey (EM-ree), Assistant Professor of Political Science, UW-Whitewater.


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Thursday
6/30/2011
8:00 AM
 110630C

Are You Serious?
After eight, Joy Cardin and her guest get serious...with a look at what it means to be serious in an unserious age.
Guest: Lee Siegel, author of "Are You Serious? How to Be True and Get Real in the Age of Silly", "Falling Upwards: Essays in Defense of the Imagination." He has written for Harper's, The Nation, The New Republic, The New Yorker, and The New York Times.

Are You Serious? How to Be True and Get Real in th...
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Wednesday
6/29/2011
6:00 AM
 110629A

Public Teacher's Union's Annual Meeting
Ten-thousand educators from across the nation will gather in Chicago this weekend for the National Education Association Annual meeting. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest discuss issues facing Wisconsin public teachers, including cuts to state funding, an end to collective bargaining, and more.
Guest: Mary Bell, President, Wisconsin Education Association Council (WEAC). http://www.weac.org


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Wednesday
6/29/2011
7:00 AM
 110629B

Big Question: Should Congress Pass the Dream Act...
After seven, Joy Cardin asks this week's Big Question on an immigration issue: Should Congress pass the Dream Act, creating a path to citizenship for many young illegal immigrants?
Guests:

-Bob Dane, Spokesperson for the Federation for American Immigration Reform

-Mary Giovagnoli (JEE-oh-vuh-NO-lee), Director of the Immigration Policy Center at the American Immigration Council.


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Wednesday
6/29/2011
8:00 AM
 110629C

The Filter Bubble
After eight, Joy Cardin and her guest explore the perils of the personalized Internet. Joy's guest says many online services steer us towards points-of-view that we agree with, creating a "bubble" of information that keeps us from being exposed to different ideas.
Guest: Eli Pariser, author, "The Filter Bubble: What the Internet is Hiding From You". Board President and former Executive Director, MoveOn.org. Senior fellow, Roosevelt Institute. www.thefilterbubble.com

The Filter Bubble: What the Internet is Hiding Fro...
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Tuesday
6/28/2011
6:00 AM
 110628A

Impact of New York's Gay Marriage Decision
After six, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at the decision by New York State to allow same-sex marriage . . . and the impact on the gay marriage issue in the courts, in other states, and in the national debate.
Guest: Kimi King, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of North Texas.


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Tuesday
6/28/2011
7:00 AM
 110628B

Bachmann, Romney, and the race for president
Minnesota congresswoman Michele Bachmann has officially entered the race for President, and is running even with Mitt Romney in Iowa polls. After seven, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the latest news in the presidential race.
Guest: Susan Johnson, Associate Professor and Chair of Political Science, and Director, Center for Political Science and Public Policy Research, UW-Whitewater.


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Tuesday
6/28/2011
8:00 AM
 110628C

On Your Money
After eight, it's this week's edition of On Your Money with Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley. Kevin addresses your questions, has advice on tapping into 401k's in an emergency, and answers the timely Summer Vacation question: "drive . . . or fly?"
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
6/27/2011
6:00 AM
 110627A

The Uncivil Wars
A new survey reports that a large majority of Americans have been affected by incivility . . . and are worried that it will hurt the nation. After six, Joy Cardin talks with an advocate for politeness about what all the current incivility says about our culture.
Then, after six-fifty, it's time for the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Joy Cardin's guest says drawing-up legislative and Congressional districts should be taken out of the hands of politicians.
Guests:

- P.M. Forni, Professor of Italian Literature and Founder, Civility Initiative, Johns Hopkins University. Author, "The Thinking Life," (September).

6:50 - Brett Hulsey, Democratic State Representative, Madison.

The Thinking Life: How to Thrive in the Age of Dis...
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Monday
6/27/2011
7:00 AM
 110627B

State Capitol Report: State Budget Becomes Law
In light of Governor Walker signing the state's two-year budget into law on Sunday, it's a special state budget edition of the State Capitol Report. After seven, Joy Cardin and her guest analyze which provisions will take effect and which ones were vetoed. Then, after seven-thirty, she'll talk with Governor Walker and Senate Minority Leader Mark Miller.
Guests:

7:00 - Shawn Johnson, WPR State Government Reporter.

7:30 - Scott Walker, Governor of Wisconsin.

7:45 - Mark Miller, Democratic State Senator from Monona. Senate Minority Leader.


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Monday
6/27/2011
8:00 AM
 110627C

Creativity, Aging, and Memory Loss
Memory loss in old age is often treated with fear . . . but according to Joy Cardin's guest, after eight, there's still a lot of room for creativity. Joy's guest has used theater and other forms of creative expression to overcome the stigma, and to create a sense of community.
Guest: Anne Basting, Executive Director, Center on Age and Community and Associate Professor of Theatre, UW-Milwaukee. Author, "Forget Memory: Creating Better Lives for People With Dementia". http://forgetmemory.org/

Forget Memory: Creating Better Lives for People wi...
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Friday
6/24/2011
6:00 AM
 110624A

Maintaining Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail
Wisconsin is home to one of just eleven National Scenic Trails in the U.S. After six, Glen Moberg and his guests take a virtual visit to the "Ice Age Trail," and talk about efforts to maintain and improve the more-than one-thousand-mile-long winding footpath. And they invite you to share your experiences on the trail.
Guests:

- George Sandul, Ice Age Trail volunteer. Author, "The Road to Damascus... and Beyond."

- Tim Malzhan, Director of Field Operations, Ice Age Trail Alliance. http://www.iceagetrail.org/

The Road to Damascus... and Beyond
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Friday
6/24/2011
7:00 AM
 110624B

Congressional Redistricting
The Wisconsin legislature will soon be taking up the issue of Congressional redistricting in the State. After seven, Glen Moberg's guest examines a Republican-backed plan that would change representation for hundreds of thousands of voters, and why he says the new boundaries are politically-motivated.
Guest: Michael McDonald, Associate Professor of Government and Politics, George Mason University. Non-Resident Senior Fellow, Brookings Institution.


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Friday
6/24/2011
8:00 AM
 110624C

Week in Review
After eight, it's time to take a look at The Week in Review. Glen Moberg and his guests of opposing perspectives discuss President Obama's plan to pull troops out of Afghanistan . . . more bad news for the economy . . . concealed carry legislation in Wisconsin . . . and more of the top state and national news stories.
Guests:

- Kevin Hermening, political activist and former chair, Marathon County Republican Party.

- Christine Bremer-Muggli, attorney, Bremer & Trollop Law Offices, Wausau. Delegate, 2008 Democratic National Convention.


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Thursday
6/23/2011
6:00 AM
 110623A

New Graphic Cigarette Labels
Under a new proposal, cigarette packs would carry a graphic warning label with pictures of corpses, cancerous lungs, and other such images. Glen Moberg's guest, after six, says the labels are a big step forward in getting smokers to quit. Glen's guest, after six-thirty, says the images may actually lead to increased tobacco use.
Guests:

- 6:00 - Maureen Busalacchi, Executive Director, Smoke Free Wisconsin. http://www.smokefreewi.org

- 6:30 - Patrick Basham (BAY-shum), Adjunct Scholar, Cato Institute. http://www.cato.org


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Thursday
6/23/2011
7:00 AM
 110623B

Politics of troop withdrawal from Afghanistan
In a national address last night, President Obama outlined his plan to withdraw American troops from Afghanistan. After seven, Glen Moberg's guest discusses the politics of the war in Afghanistan, and Obama's plan.
Guests:

- Eric Giordano, Associate Professor of Political Science, UW-Marathon County. Director, Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service.

- 7:15 - Ron Kind, Democratic U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's Third Congressional District.

- 7:50 - Sean Duffy, Republican U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's Seventh Congressional District.


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Thursday
6/23/2011
8:00 AM
 110623C

SEAL Team Six
It's been a national topic of conversation since the killing of Osama bin Laden last month in Pakistan. After eight, Glen Moberg's guest takes us inside the intense training and life-or-death experiences of the elite Navy sniper squad known as "SEAL Team Six".
Guest: Howard Wasdin, co-author (with Stephen Templin), "SEAL Team Six: Memoirs of an Elite Navy SEAL Sniper." http://www.stephentemplin.com/

SEAL Team Six: Memoirs of an Elite Navy SEAL Snipe...
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Wednesday
6/22/2011
6:00 AM
 110622A

Students Struggling with U.S. History
A new report suggests that American students don't know much about U.S. history. After six, Glen Moberg's guest discusses the poor report card and what can be done to boost student performance.
Guest: Brett Barker, Associate Professor of History, UW-Marathon County, Wausau. His piece on changing teaching methods: http://wpr.org/r/?557


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Wednesday
6/22/2011
7:00 AM
 110622B

Big Question: Taxes for the wealthy
After seven, it's this week's Big Question. Glen Moberg asks his guests: "Should taxes be increased on the wealthiest Americans?"
Guests:
- Jack Norman, Research Director, Institute for Wisconsin's Future
- Keene Winters, financial planner and coordinator, Center-Right Coalition of Wausau
- Online poll: http://www.wpr.org/joy


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Wednesday
6/22/2011
8:00 AM
 110622C

Tomatoland
Flavorless produce, heavy pesticide use . . . even modern-day slavery. According to Glen Moberg's guest, after eight, it's all part of the story of the tomato in America.
Guest: Barry Estabrook, journalist, author, "Tomatoland: How Modern Industrial Agriculture Destroyed Our Most Alluring Fruit." As a journalist, he's written for Gourmet, The New York Times Magazine, and The Atlantic.

Tomatoland: How Modern Industrial Agriculture Dest...
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Tuesday
6/21/2011
6:00 AM
 110621A

Summer Stargazing in Wisconsin
Summer officially begins today at twelve-sixteen p.m. After six, on this, the longest day of the year, Glen Moberg and his guest discuss what's actually happening during the Solstice. Plus, some upcoming exciting events in the sky, and tips for making the most of your stargazing experience.
Guest: Chris Janssen (YAHN-sin), Planetarium Director, Wausau School District. Chair, Science Department, Wausau West High School.


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Tuesday
6/21/2011
7:00 AM
 110621B

Economic Recovery for U.S. Cities
A new report suggests that U.S. metro areas will be slow to regain pre-recession employment levels, with many not fully recovering until the next decade. After seven, Glen Moberg's guest discusses how recession news in Wisconsin is better than the national picture. Report: http://wpr.org/r/?556
Guest: Russ Kashian (KAY-shun), Professor of Economics and Director, Fiscal and Economic Research Center, UW-Whitewater.


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Tuesday
6/21/2011
8:00 AM
 110621C

Job-hunting in the internet age
After eight, Glen Moberg's guest has advice on finding a job, and building a career, in the age of the internet.
Guest: Alison Doyle, Job Search Guide, About.com. Author, "Alison Doyle's Job Search Guidebook" www.alisondoyle.com

Alison Doyle's Job Search Guidebook
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Monday
6/20/2011
6:00 AM
 110620A

Media Coverage of Scandals
Now that Anthony Weiner has resigned, Rob Ferrett and his guest look back at the media coverage of this and other scandals. After six, they'll ask whether the media over-did it with their coverage...or if they simply were responding to their audience.
Guest: Tim Cuprisin, Media Columnist at www.OnMilwaukee.com.
Then at 6:50, it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Rob's guest says that while we shouldn't stress about cancer warnings for things like cell phones and coffee, we should be more worried about obesity and inactivity.
Guest: Dr. Leonard Lichtenfeld, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for the American Cancer Society.


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Monday
6/20/2011
7:00 AM
 110620B

State Capitol Report
After seven, it’s the State Capitol Report. Glen Moberg and his guest discuss the latest happenings under the State Capitol Dome, including the legislature’s passage of the state’s two-year budget, the Supreme Court reinstating the collective bargaining law, the Senate’s passage of concealed carry, and more.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.


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Monday
6/20/2011
7:30 AM
 110620X

State Capitol Report: State Budget
Glen Moberg gets two takes on the state budget that recently passed both houses of the state legislature. After seven-thirty, he will be joined by Republican Senator Frank Lasee; after seven-forty-five, Democratic Representative Mark Pocan weighs-in.
Guests:

- 7:30 - Frank Lasee, Republican State Senator, De Pere.

- 7:45 - Mark Pocan, Democratic State Representative, Madison.


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Monday
6/20/2011
8:00 AM
 110620C

Resilient Cities
After eight, Glen Moberg’s guest says there are ways we can improve the health, environment, and economic well-being of Wisconsin’s communities - by making them “resilient cities.”
Guest: Thomas Dunbar, Executive Director of the Center for Resilient Cities www.resilientcities.org


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Friday
6/17/2011
6:00 AM
 110617A

The Science of Ice Cream
It’s June Dairy Month, and for many people across Wisconsin, it’s time to celebrate with a scoop or two of their favorite ice cream. After six, Gene Purcell and his guest discuss the science behind making and preserving ice cream, and they welcome your suggestions on where to find the best ice cream treat in the state.
Guest: Renee May, faculty associate, food science department, UW-River Falls. Project manager, Falcon Foods.


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Friday
6/17/2011
7:00 AM
 110617B

Fantasy books, movies, and TV
After seven, journey beyond the Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter to find out why fantasy literature and movies appeal to us, and to get some suggestions for summer reading and viewing.
Guest: Michael Levy (LEE-vee), Professor and Chair of the English Department at UW-Stout.


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Friday
6/17/2011
8:00 AM
 110617C

Week in Review
After eight, it’s the Week in Review. Gene Purcell and his guests of opposing perspectives discuss the state budget making its way through the legislature, the state Supreme Court reinstating the collective bargaining law, Rep. Anthony Weiner’s decision to resign, and more of the top state and national news from the past week.
Guests:

- Georgia Duerst-Lahti, Professor of Political Science, Beloit College.

- Walter John Chilsen, former Republican State Senator, Wausau. Member, Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame.


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Thursday
6/16/2011
6:00 AM
 110616A

A tribute to men who cook for their families.
Gene Purcell and his guest pay tribute to dads who aren’t shy about donning an apron and taking charge of the kitchen. If you’re a “man with a pan,” or you happen to know one, call-in with your stories and culinary adventures, after six!
Guest: John Donohue, cartoonist, writer, and an editor at "The New Yorker." He presents thirty-four men who proudly take charge behind the oven in a book called, "Man With A Pan: Men Who Cook for Their Families."

Man With A Pan: Men Who Cook for Their Families
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Thursday
6/16/2011
7:00 AM
 110616B

State Supreme Court Overturns Union Law Ruling
Wisconsin’s collective bargaining law will take effect, following the Supreme Court’s four-to-three decision that a circuit court judge overstepped her authority when she voided the legislation. After seven, Gene Purcell and his guest discuss what this means for the state’s public unions, its financial implications, and the effect on upcoming recall elections.
Guest: Tim Dale, Assistant Professor of Political Science, UW-Green Bay.


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Thursday
6/16/2011
8:00 AM
 110616C

Privacy vs. Security
Can we still protect security while ensuring privacy? After eight, Gene Purcell and his guest discuss how to balance the needs of privacy and security.
Guest: Daniel Solove is the author of "Nothing to Hide: The False Tradeoff Between Privacy and Security". He is the John Marshall Harlan Research Professor of Law at the George Washington University Law School.

Nothing to Hide: The False Tradeoff Between Privac...
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Wednesday
6/15/2011
6:00 AM
 110615A

Asian Wasps vs. Emerald Ash Borer
After six, Gene Purcell and his guest analyze the state Supreme Court ruling that reinstates the collective bargaining law. Then, at about six-twenty, researchers in Wisconsin are releasing stingless Asian wasps in areas populated with the destructive emerald ash borer. Gene and his guest discuss the latest effort in the fight against the bug that’s killed millions of ash trees across the United States.
Guests:

- 6:07 - Charley Jacobs, Assistant Professor of Political Science, St. Norbert College.

- 6:20 - Ken Raffa, Professor of Forest Entomology, University of Wisconsin. http://wpr.org/r/?552


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Wednesday
6/15/2011
7:00 AM
 110615B

Big Question: Proposed State Budget
The state legislature is debating Gov. Walker’s proposed two-year budget this week. After seven, in this week’s Big Question, Gene Purcell and his guests of opposing perspectives debate whether the bill is a good or bad plan for Wisconsin. Online poll questions: http://www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Robert Kraig, Executive Director, Citizen Action of Wisconsin. http://citizenactionwi.org/

- Brian Fraley, Communications Director, the MacIver Institute. http://maciverinstitute.com/


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Wednesday
6/15/2011
8:00 AM
 110615C

In Defense of Flogging
Our current prison system makes flogging look like a humane alternative, says Gene Purcell’s guest after eight. He says we need to rethink our ideas of humane punishment and incarceration.
Guest: Peter Moskos, former Baltimore City Police Officer, Assistant Professor of Law, Police Science, and Criminal Justice Administration at the City University of New York, and author of “In Defense of Flogging.” http://defenseofflogging.com/

In Defense of Flogging
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Tuesday
6/14/2011
6:00 AM
 110614A

National Migraine Awareness Month
Do you suffer from migraines? More than 30 million Americans do. After six, in light of National Migraine Awareness Month, Gene Purcell and his guest discuss what a migraine is and how you can treat it.
Guest: Dr. Seymour Diamond, Executive Chairman, National Headache Foundation. Director, Diamond Headache Clinic and the Diamond Inpatient Headache Unit, Chicago. http://www.headaches.org. 888-NHF-5552.


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Tuesday
6/14/2011
7:00 AM
 110614B

State Budget Debate
The State legislature takes up Gov. Scott Walker’s proposed two-year budget today, and expects to vote on it this week. After seven, Gene Purcell and his guest discuss what is likely to pass, what may not make the cut, and where collective bargaining may stand.
Guest: Arnold Shober, Professor of Government, Lawrence University.


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Tuesday
6/14/2011
8:00 AM
 110614C

On Your Money
After eight, it's another edition of On Your Money. Gene Purcell and certified financial planner Kevin McKinley discuss ways to save money, as well as answering your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
6/13/2011
6:00 AM
 110613A

E Coli, local foods, and farming in America
While the European E. coli (EE KO-lie) outbreak has faded, questions about food safety remain. After six, Gene Purcell’s guest says using more locally-grown foods could help avoid food-borne illness outbreaks . . . and make it easier to track down the source when they happen.
After six-fifty, in this week's Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, Gene talks with Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen about the growing threat to children from Internet sex predators.
Guests:

- Mark Kastel (cass-TELL), Co-director and Senior Farm Policy Analyst at The Cornucopia Institute

- 6:50 - J.B. Van Hollen, Wisconsin Attorney General. His column: http://wpr.org/r/?548


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Monday
6/13/2011
7:00 AM
 110613B

State Capitol Report
After seven, it’s The State Capitol Report with Gene Purcell and reporter Shawn Johnson. Get the latest on the state budget, recall elections, the collective bargaining lawsuit, and other news in state government.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, WPR State Government Reporter


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Monday
6/13/2011
7:30 AM
 110613X

Expand Wisconsin's School Choice Programs?
With a vote on the state budget expected this week, one provision would expand the School Choice program in Wisconsin. After seven-thirty, Gene Purcell and his guest look at the performance of Charter Schools in Wisconsin, and what proposed changes in the School Choice program would mean for the state.
Guest: John Witte, Professor of Public Affairs and Political Science, UW-Madison. State Evaluator for Wisconsin Charter Schools


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Monday
6/13/2011
8:00 AM
 110613C

25 Books That Shaped America
What do "The Scarlet Letter", "Moby Dick" and "Huckleberry Finn" have in common? According to Gene Purcell’s guest, after eight, they are all books that helped shape America. He’ll discuss the role these and other literary works have played in our history as readers, students, teachers, and Americans.
Guest: Thomas C. Foster, Professor of English, University of Michigan-Flint. Author, "25 Books That Shaped America." http://wpr.org/r/?547

25 Books That Shaped America
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Friday
6/10/2011
6:00 AM
 110610A

National Zoo and Aquarium Month
June is National Zoo and Aquarium Month, and there are many places in Wisconsin where you can get an up-close look at lions, tigers, bears . . . and more. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest describes the purpose and importance of zoos. Joy also chats with spokespersons from Wisconsin zoos about what makes them unique.
Guests:

- Paul Boyle, Senior Vice President of Conservation and Education, Association of Zoos & Aquariums. http://www.aza.org/

- 6:20 - Charles Wikenhauser, Director, Milwaukee County Zoo. http://www.milwaukeezoo.org/

- 6:45 - Ed Englehart, Director of Parks and Recreation, City of Marshfield (Wildwood Zoo). http://wpr.org/r/?546

- 6:50 - Carmen Murach, Curator of Animals, NEW Zoo, Green Bay. http://www.newzoo.org/


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Friday
6/10/2011
7:00 AM
 110610B

Joy Cardin
After seven, Joy Cardin's guest takes us on “The Great Wisconsin Pothole Tour,” describing how it demonstrates the need to smooth-out our transportation priorities.

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Friday
6/10/2011
8:00 AM
 110610C

Week in Review
After eight, it’s The Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests. Get two takes on Wisconsin recall elections, the latest action in the state legislature, and other top state and national news stories.
Guests:

- Louis Fortis, Editor-in-Chief, The Shepherd Express.

- David Blaska, former Dane County Supervisor. His "Blaska's Blog" www.thedailypage.com.


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Thursday
6/9/2011
6:00 AM
 110609A

Food Plate Replaces Food Pyramid
Goodbye pyramid . . . hello plate. After six, Joy Cardin talks with a nutrition expert about new federal guidelines to help us eat healthier foods.
Guest: Susan Nitzke, Professor and Extension Specialist in Nutritional Sciences, UW-Madison. www.myplate.gov


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Thursday
6/9/2011
7:00 AM
 110609B

The Latest on Recalls
There’s more news in the ongoing recall saga this week. After seven, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the latest . . . including a Republican plan to recruit candidates to run against Democratic challengers . . . and decisions by the Government Accountability Board on recalls against Democrats.
Guest: Dennis Riley, Professor of Political Science, UW-Stevens Point.

Bureaucracy and Policy Process: Keeping the Promis...
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Thursday
6/9/2011
8:00 AM
 110609C

Thingamajigs and Watchamacallits
Can you tell your philtrum from your glabella (gluh-BEL-uh)? After eight, Joy Cardin explores unfamiliar words for familiar things with Rod L. Evans.
Guest: Rod L. Evans, Professor of philosophy, Old Dominion University. Author, "Thingamajigs and Watchamacallits: Unfamiliar Terms for Familiar Things".

Thingamajigs and Watchamacallits: Unfamiliar Terms...
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Wednesday
6/8/2011
6:00 AM
 110608A

Joy Cardin
A new iron mine could be in the cards for Northern Wisconsin, and lawmakers are working on a bill that would shorten the permit process. After six, Joy Cardin gets two takes on the regulation changes.
Guests:
6:00 - Matt Fifield (FIE-field), Managing Director, Gogebic Taconite ( go-GIBB-ik TACK-uh-night) http://gogebictaconite.com/

6:30 - David Mladenoff (MLAD-en-off), professor of forest biology, UW-Madison. His piece on mining regulations, Wisconsin State Journal: http://wpr.org/r/?543


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Wednesday
6/8/2011
7:00 AM
 110608B

Joy Cardin
After seven, Joy Cardin asks her guests a weather-related Big Question: "Do we rely too much on air-conditioning?"
Guests:

- Stan Cox, Senior Scientist, The Land Institute. Author, "Losing Our Cool: Uncomfortable Truths About Our Air Conditioned World" Author's blog: http://losingourcool.wordpress.com

- Arthur Diamond, Professor of Economics, University of Nebraska at Omaha. Author, conference paper, “Keeping Our Cool: In Defense of Air Conditioning” (http://artdiamond.com/)

Losing Our Cool: Uncomfortable Truths About Our Ai...
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Wednesday
6/8/2011
8:00 AM
 110608C

Joy Cardin
After eight, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at modern manners. While cell phones, texting, and other new technologies have added new wrinkles, Joy’s guest says some of the old etiquette rules still apply . . . and we need some new ones, too.
Guest: Jodi R.R. Smith, etiquette consultant. President and Owner, Mannersmith Etiquette Consulting. Author, “The Etiquette Book: A Complete Guide to Modern Manners” www.mannersmith.com/

The Etiquette Book: A Complete Guide to Modern Man...
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Tuesday
6/7/2011
6:00 AM
 110607A

Joy Cardin
Public meetings are scheduled this month on a proposed 425-million-dollar electric power transmission line from Madison to La Crosse. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest describes why she believes the power-line is needed. After six-thirty, Joy's guests outline their opposition to it.
Guests:

6:00 - Sarah Justus, Local Relations Manager, American Transmission Company. http://wpr.org/r/?540

6:30 - Al Brinkman, Public Relations Manager, Buckwheat Valley Citizens Coalition. http://wpr.org/r/?541

6:30 - Rob Danielson, member, Town of Stark (Vernon County) Committee on Energy Planning & Information.


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Tuesday
6/7/2011
7:00 AM
 110607B

Joy Cardin
The nation’s economic pulse is not very strong these days . . . unemployment is up, stocks are down, and the housing market is double-dipping. After seven, Joy Cardin’s guest examines the state of the U.S. economy . . . and if there's any relief in sight.
Guest: T.J. Brooks, Associate Professor of Economics, UW-La Crosse.


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Tuesday
6/7/2011
8:00 AM
 110607C

Joy Cardin
After eight, join Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley for this week’s edition of On Your Money. This week, Kevin has tips on teaching kids how to handle money, advice for summer travel, and answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
6/6/2011
6:00 AM
 110606A

Joy Cardin
Time to rise and shine! After six, Joy Cardin and her guest discuss some practical ways that can help you become a better morning person, and they welcome your thoughts on why you love – or hate – the dawn.

And at 6:50, get a Monday Morning Wake-Up call on food safety.
Guest: Dr. Tracey Marks, psychiatrist and psychotherapist, Atlanta, Geo. Author, “Master Your Sleep: Proven Methods Simplified.” How to Become a Better Morning Person: http://wpr.org/r/?538
Wake-up call guest: Sandra Eskin, director of the food safety campaign for The Pew Charitable Trusts.

Master Your Sleep: Proven Methods Simplified
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Monday
6/6/2011
7:00 AM
 110606B

Joy Cardin
After seven, catch up on all the latest from state government, on the State Capitol Report. Joy Cardin and reporter Shawn Johnson will cover the Joint Finance Committee’s budget plan, the latest on recall efforts, and more.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, WPR’s State Government Reporter.


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Monday
6/6/2011
8:00 AM
 110606C

Joy Cardin
It’s the first Monday of the month, which means it’s time for another installment of Mondays with Mike. After eight, Joy Cardin and Wisconsin Public Radio Director Mike Crane discuss the Wisconsin Life project, WPR’s trips to Big Top Chautauqua, and address your questions and concerns about WPR programming and operations.
Guests:

- Mike Crane, Director, Wisconsin Public Radio.

- 8:20-8:30 - Anne Strainchamps, Producer, "To the Best of Our Knowledge" and "Wisconsin Life". http://wilife.tumblr.com/


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Friday
6/3/2011
6:00 AM
 110603A

Joy Cardin
This Sunday is State Park Open House Day . . . free admission to all Wisconsin State Parks, Forests, and Trails. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest take a virtual visit to the best of Wisconsin State Parks . . . with tips on how to get the most enjoyment while you’re there.
Guest: Dennis McCann, freelance writer and former travel writer, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

This Superior Place: Stories of Bayfield and the A...
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Friday
6/3/2011
7:00 AM
 110603B

Joy Cardin
After seven, Joy Cardin talks with the head of the Wisconsin Democratic Party about their convention this weekend, and about their prospects for future elections . . .including this summer's recalls, and next year’s race for the U.S. Senate.
Guest: Mike Tate, Chair, Wisconsin Democratic Party.


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Friday
6/3/2011
7:30 AM
 110603X

Joy Cardin
A proposal in the state budget would change the way beer reaches the market in Wisconsin. Supporters say the plan would help preserve competition. Critics say it would hurt craft brewers. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin’s guest helps sort out the details.
Guest: Tom Daykin, Business Reporter, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.


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Friday
6/3/2011
8:00 AM
 110603C

Joy Cardin
After eight, it’s The Week in Review. Joy Cardin and her guests discuss the latest news on recalls, the state budget, and a vote on the federal debt ceiling. Plus, all of the other top state and national news stories.
Guests:

- John Smart, former chair, Price County Democratic Party.

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


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Thursday
6/2/2011
6:00 AM
 110602A

Joy Cardin
A new documentary takes viewers to more than a dozen supper clubs across Wisconsin to find out what makes them so special. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest take a look at the proud tradition of The Supper Club, and welcome your calls with your favorites.
Guest: Ron Faiola, producer/director, "Wisconsin Supper Clubs ~ An Old Fashioned Experience." www.supperclubmovie.com (Airs tonight at 7pm on Wisconsin Public Television).

Wisconsin Supper Clubs: An Old-Fashioned Experienc...
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Thursday
6/2/2011
7:00 AM
 110602B

Joy Cardin
Housing prices keep going down, raising concerns about a “double-dip” downturn in the housing market. After seven, Joy Cardin talks a real estate expert about what the future might hold.
Guest: Bill Malkasian (mal-KAY-zhin), president of the Wisconsin Realtors Association


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Thursday
6/2/2011
8:00 AM
 110602C

Joy Cardin
For many, music is an essential part of life - but new research suggests the power of music runs deeper than simple listening enjoyment. After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest talks about the Science of Music . . . and its application in treating disease.
Guest: Elena Mannes, documentary filmmaker, writer and producer. Creator, PBS documentary, “The Music Instinct: Science and Song.” Author, “The Power of Music: Pioneering Discoveries in the New Science of Song.”

The Power of Music: Pioneering Discoveries in the ...
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Wednesday
6/1/2011
6:00 AM
 110601A

Joy Cardin
While everyone looks forward to Summer Vacation, Americans actually get less time-off than those in many other industrial nations. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest says more vacation time would increase our well-being, without hurting the economy.
Guest: John De Graaf, national coordinator, “Take Back Your Time”. http://www.timeday.org/default.asp

What's the Economy For, Anyway: Why It's Time to S...
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Wednesday
6/1/2011
7:00 AM
 110601B

Joy Cardin
Three more recall petitions were certified in Wisconsin yesterday, all directed at Republicans in the State Senate. After seven, Joy Cardin asks her guests a two-part Big Question: "Will recall elections shift control of the Senate . . . and should they?"
Guests:

- Scot Ross, Executive Director, One Wisconsin Now.

- Brian Huffman, Professor of Management, UW-River Falls and faculty advisor for the UW-River Falls College Republicans.


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Wednesday
6/1/2011
8:00 AM
 110601C

Joy Cardin
After eight, Joy Cardin and her guest explore the science of disaster prediction and prevention.
Guest: Len Fisher, author, "Crashes, Crises and Calamities: How We Can Use Science to Read the Early-Warning Signs".

Crashes, Crises and Calamities: How We Can Use Sci...
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Tuesday
5/31/2011
6:00 AM
 110531A

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
Creating Art can also create peace-of-mind. After six, John Munson’s guest describes the benefits of Art Therapy.
Guest: Chris Belkofer (BELL-koe-fur), Clinical Professional Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Instructor, Graduate Art Therapy Program, Mount Mary College.


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Tuesday
5/31/2011
7:00 AM
 110531B

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After seven, John Munson and his guest take a look at the end of the "Oprah era" . . . How did the TV Talk Host become such an influential part of American popular culture . . . and what will the media landscape look like with her show gone?
Guest: Robert Thompson, Professor of Television and Pop Culture and Director, Bleier (BLY-er) Center for Television and Popular Culture, Syracuse University. http://tvcenter.syr.edu/


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Tuesday
5/31/2011
8:00 AM
 110531C

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After eight, John Munson’s guest says personal prosperity doesn’t come from having more money . . . it’s more important to develop a healthy relationship with your finances . . . and break those bad money habits.
Guest: Karen McCall, Founder, Financial Recovery Institute, San Francisco. Author, “Financial Recovery: Developing a Healthy Relationship with Money” www.financialrecovery.com

Financial Recovery: Developing a Healthy Relations...
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Monday
5/30/2011
6:00 AM
 110530A

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
If you step outside this Memorial Day, there’s a good chance you’ll catch a whiff of some tasty food on the grill. After six, John Munson’s guest has tips on how to grill up a feast, plus some great recipes, and welcomes your calls about what’s on your menu.
Guest: Dan Small, host/producer, public TV show, "Outdoor Wisconsin" and "Outdoors Radio with Dan Small." Co-author, "Outdoor Wisconsin Cookbook." http://dansmalloutdoors.com/


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Monday
5/30/2011
7:00 AM
 110530B

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After seven, on The State Capitol Report, John Munson welcomes state lawmakers from both parties. He’ll get their reactions to a judicial ruling overturning the collective bargaining law.

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Monday
5/30/2011
7:30 AM
 110530X

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
A proposed state law would require police to check the immigration status of people detained for civil or criminal charges. After seven-thirty, John Munson talks with a critic of the legislation.
Guest: Christine Neumann-Ortiz, Executive Director, Voces de la Frontera. (Note: bill sponsor Don Pridemore was on the show at this time on March 27th).


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Monday
5/30/2011
8:00 AM
 110530C

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After eight, join John Munson and his guests for a Memorial Day conversation. They’ll talk about Honor Flights, which bring veterans of World War II and others to their memorials in the nation’s capital.
Guests:

- Patrick Puyleart (PILL-ert), Treasurer, Never Forgotten Honor Flights, Wausau.

- Diane Gresse (GRESS-ee), Office Manager, Honor Flight Network.

www.honorflight.org


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Friday
5/27/2011
6:00 AM
 110527A

Joy Cardin
Believe it or not, Summer unofficially begins this weekend. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest take a look at the many Memorial Day events around Wisconsin . . . and preview the fun opportunities for the month of June.
Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist, Journal & Topics Newspapers. Monthly contributor, “Tell Joy Where to Go” programs.


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Friday
5/27/2011
7:00 AM
 110527B

Joy Cardin
A judge has struck down Wisconsin’s new collective bargaining law, saying it was passed in violation of state open meetings law. After seven, Joy Cardin and her guest look at what’s next, including a possible Supreme Court case, and a second effort to pass the law.
Guest: Charley Jacobs, Assistant Professor of Political Science, St. Norbert College.


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Friday
5/27/2011
7:30 AM
 110527X

Stormy spring weather
Many Western Wisconsinites are cleaning up after last weekend’s tornado outbreak, as are those in Joplin, Missouri where more than one-hundred people died. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin and her guest talk about the surge in severe weather this Spring, and the cool, wet weather in Wisconsin. Plus, a look ahead to hurricane season, and answers to your weather questions.
Guest: Chad Franzen, Meteorologist, WSAW-TV, Wausau. Blog: http://wpr.org/r/?533


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Friday
5/27/2011
8:00 AM
 110527C

Joy Cardin
After eight, it’s The Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests. They’ll look at the top state and national news of the week, including the ruling on collective bargaining, and the role of Medicare in national politics.
Guests:

- Jo Egelhoff, Research and Development Specialist, Wisconsin Family Action.

- Peg Lautenschlager, Attorney, law firm Bauer and Bach. Former Attorney General of Wisconsin (D).


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Thursday
5/26/2011
6:00 AM
 110526A

Changing the Rules of the Road to Protect Bikers...
Does Wisconsin need tougher laws against motorists who strike and injure bicyclists, pedestrians, and other roadway users? After six, Joy Cardin’s guest describes why he's lobbying for “vulnerable users” legislation. Then, Joy's guest, after six-thirty, discusses why he says it’s a bad idea.
Guests:

6:00 - Kevin Hardman, Executive Director, Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin. http://wpr.org/r/?530

6:30 - Owen Robinson, Columnist, West Bend Daily News. Blogger, BootsAndSabers.com. http://wpr.org/r/?531


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Thursday
5/26/2011
7:00 AM
 110526B

Read to Lead
After seven, Joy Cardin’s guest says we need to make a serious effort to boost literacy in Wisconsin . . . starting in elementary school. Joy’s guest is a part of the Governor’s new “Read to Lead” task force. His op-ed piece: http://wpr.org/r/?532
Guest: Tony Pedriana (ped-ree-ON-uh), retired Milwaukee Public Schools teacher and principal. Member, Governor’s “Read to Lead” Task Force. Author, “Leaving Johnny Behind: Overcoming Barriers to Literacy and Reclaiming At-Risk Readers.”

Leaving Johnny Behind: Overcoming Barriers to Lite...
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Thursday
5/26/2011
8:00 AM
 110526C

The Collapse of Journalism and How to Fix It
After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest says there’s a crisis in journalism . . . and he has some ideas on how to fix it. Join the conversation about the jumbled media landscape.
Guest: Bob McChesney, professor of communication, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Host, Media Matters. Co-founder, Free Press. Author, “Will the Last Reporter Please Turn out the Lights: The Collapse of Journalism and What Can Be Done To Fix It.” www.robertmcchesney.com


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Wednesday
5/25/2011
6:00 AM
 110525A

Joy Cardin
New census data shows fewer Americans are getting married, and those who DO tie-the-knot are tying it later . . . and staying together longer. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the changing trends in marriage . . . and they welcome your thoughts.
Guest: W. Bradford Wilcox, Associate Professor of Sociology and Director, National Marriage Project, University of Virginia. http://wpr.org/r/?529


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Wednesday
5/25/2011
7:00 AM
 110525B

Joy Cardin
After seven, with recent efforts to cut funding for Planned Parenthood at the state and national levels, Joy Cardin asks her guests this week’s Big Question: "Should government funding for Planned Parenthood be cut back?"
Guests:

- Barbara Lyons, Executive Director, Wisconsin Right-to-Life.

- Nicole Safar, Legal and Policy Advisor, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin.


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Wednesday
5/25/2011
8:00 AM
 110525C

Joy Cardin
After eight, Joy Cardin welcomes Brooke Gladstone, host of “On The Media” on Public Radio. A look at the past . . . present . . . and future of journalism, and the changing ideas about objectivity and balance.
Guest: Brooke Gladstone, host, “On the Media” (Sundays 6am & 3pm on the Ideas Network) www.onthemedia.org Author, “The Influencing Machine”.

The Influencing Machine
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Tuesday
5/24/2011
6:00 AM
 110524A

Joy Cardin
A Brookfield church made headlines recently for leaving the Evangelical Lutheran Church, joining others from Wisconsin and across the U.S. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest analyzes the division over gay clergy and social activism within the Protestant faith, and what it means for the future.
Guest: Wayne Thompson, Professor of Sociology, Carthage College.


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Tuesday
5/24/2011
7:00 AM
 110524B

Joy Cardin
U.S. Senate Democrats are aiming for a vote this week on a Republican Medicare plan. After seven, Joy Cardin’s guest helps sort out the politics of the Medicare debate.
Guest: Ed Miller, Professor of Political Science, UW-Stevens Point.


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Tuesday
5/24/2011
8:00 AM
 110524C

Joy Cardin
It’s time for another edition of On Your Money. After eight, Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley who answers your personal finance questions, and offers some money-saving tips.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. http://www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
5/23/2011
6:00 AM
 110523A

Joy Cardin
A new plan in the state legislature would allow standardized test scores to be used in disciplining and firing teachers. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest look at that and other proposed changes to Wisconsin schools. And at 6:50, check in for this week's Wake-Up Call.
Guest: Alan Borsuk, senior fellow in law and public policy, Marquette University Law School. Education Beat, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.


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Monday
5/23/2011
7:00 AM
 110523B

Joy Cardin
After seven, it’s the State Capitol Report. Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the latest on the recall efforts of Wisconsin senators, the recount for Supreme Court justice and more of the top stories in state government.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.


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Monday
5/23/2011
7:30 AM
 110523X

Joy Cardin
The 2011 Wisconsin GOP Convention is in the books. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin’s guest discusses the weekend event, the party’s approach to the State Senate recall elections, the race for the open U.S. Senate seat, and future political goals and aspirations.
Guest: Mark Jefferson, Executive Director, Republican Party of Wisconsin.


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Monday
5/23/2011
8:00 AM
 110523C

Joy Cardin
Have you ever wondered why a seemingly down-to-earth family man would cheat on his wife? Or why a politician who’s crusaded against prostitution winds-up being one of the biggest johns of all time? After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest discusses what makes people act out-of-character, and how our prevailing view of character is all wrong.
Guest: Piercarlo Valdesolo, assistant professor of psychology, Claremont-McKenna College. Co-author, "Out of Character: Surprising Truths About the Liar, Cheat, Sinner (and Saint) Lurking in All of Us." http://outofcharacterbook.com/

Out of Character: Surprising Truths About the Liar...
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Friday
5/20/2011
6:00 AM
 110520A

The Wisconsin Department of Tourism's new summer...
Spending by tourists in Wisconsin last year topped more than $12 billion, according to a recent study, setting up big expectations for 2011. After six, Joy Cardin talks with Tourism Secretary Stephanie Klett Guest: Stephanie Klett, Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Tourism. http://www.travelwisconsin.com/

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Friday
5/20/2011
7:00 AM
 110520B

Joy Cardin
After seven, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at President Obama’s address on the Middle East and North Africa.
Guest: Robert Seibert, Professor of Political Science at Knox College and co-author of “Politics and Change in the Middle East,” now in its 10th edition

Politics and Change in the Middle East
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Friday
5/20/2011
8:00 AM
 110520C

The Week in Review: The top state and national n...
After eight, Joy Cardin and her guests look at the top state and national news stories, on the Week in Review. They’ll look at the line-up of possible candidates to replace Herb Kohl, possible contenders for the Republican presidential nomination, and lots of news from the state legislature.
Guests:

-Ruth Conniff, Political Editor at the Progressive www.progressive.org

-Steve Prestegard, publisher and editor of the late Marketplace Magazine and author of the Presteblog. http://presteblog.blogspot.com/


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Thursday
5/19/2011
6:00 AM
 110519A

Joy Cardin
Experts say some unusual spring weather could mean bad news for the monarch butterfly population. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest will address that concern, plus speak about ways for you to attract butterflies at home, and answer your butterfly-related questions.
Guest: Susan Borkin, Director, Puelicher Butterfly Garden and Curator, Insects, Milwaukee Public Museum. http://wpr.org/r/?528


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Thursday
5/19/2011
7:00 AM
 110519B

Joy Cardin
A coalition of groups released an alternate budget proposal for the state yesterday. After seven, Joy Cardin’s guest says the state’s budget can be balanced without severe cuts to services — and with some tax increases.
Guest: Robert Kraig, Executive Director of Citizen Action of Wisconsin.


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Thursday
5/19/2011
8:00 AM
 110519C

Joy Cardin
After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest explores the debilitating effects of self-criticism, and the importance of cultivating compassion for ourselves.
Guest: Dr. Kristin Neff is the author of "Self-Compassion: Stop Beating Yourself Up" and "Leave Insecurity Behind". She’s an associate professor in Human Development and Culture at the University of Texas at Austin. www.self-compassion.org

Self-Compassion: Stop Beating Yourself Up
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Wednesday
5/18/2011
6:00 AM
 110518A

Joy Cardin
Some cities and suburbs in Wisconsin are finding geese to be a nuisance…and they’re working on solutions, including some controversial plans to shoot the geese. After six, Joy Cardin talks to a wildlife expert about Wisconsin’s goose population.
Guest: Stan Temple, Professor Emeritus of Conservation, Forest and Wildlife Ecology, and Environmental Studies at UW-Madison.


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Wednesday
5/18/2011
7:00 AM
 110518B

Joy Cardin
Republican leaders say tax increases are off-the-table in solving the nation’s debt crisis, while Democrats say tax hikes are needed to keep the debt at a sustainable level. After seven, Joy Cardin’s guests debate this week’s Big Question: Should taxes be raised to help tame the U.S. debt?
Guests:

- Ethan Pollack, Senior Policy Analyst, Economic Policy Institute.

- Ryan Ellis, Tax Policy Director, Americans for Tax Reform.


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Wednesday
5/18/2011
8:00 AM
 110518C

Joy Cardin
Philosophy isn’t just for brainy eggheads — it can help us through all of Life's stages, from birth to death, and all points in-between. That’s according to Joy Cardin’s guest, who says we should keep philosophers in our minds as we travel through life.
Guest: Robert Rowland Smith, former Oxford Don; his latest book is "Driving With Plato: The Meaning of Life’s Milestones". He’s also the author of "Breakfast with Socrates: An Extraordinary Philosophical Journey Through Your Ordinary Day". www.robertrowlandsmith.com

Driving With Plato: The Meaning of Life’s Mileston...
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Tuesday
5/17/2011
6:00 AM
 110517A

Joy Cardin
Allergy season is in full bloom in Wisconsin…and after six, Joy Cardin talks with an allergist about causes, symptoms, and what we can do about our seasonal allergies.
Guest: Dr. Robert Fisher, Medical Director at Allergy Research & Care in Milwaukee.


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Tuesday
5/17/2011
7:00 AM
 110517B

Joy Cardin
Which topics or guests would you like to hear on The Joy Cardin Show? After seven, call in with your suggestions, as Joy holds her May open line.

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Tuesday
5/17/2011
8:00 AM
 110517C

Joy Cardin
The debt ceiling, debit card safety, and the “holy grail” of conservative investing — those are a few of the topics on this week’s edition of On Your Money. After eight, Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley for smart money advice and answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
5/16/2011
6:00 AM
 110516A

Joy Cardin
Senator Herb Kohl announced on Friday that he will not run for reelection next year. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest look at Kohl’s career, and what the race to replace him will look like. And at 6:50, Joy kicks off a new feature--the "Monday Morning Wake-Up Call."
Guest: Mordecai Lee, Professor of Governmental Affairs at UW-Milwaukee

After 6:30--Mike Tate, Democratic Party of Wisconsin; Brian Schimming, Republican Party of Wisconsin


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Monday
5/16/2011
7:00 AM
 110516B

Joy Cardin
After seven, it’s The State Capitol Report with Joy Cardin and WPR reporter Shawn Johnson. They’ll sum up a busy week in state government, from concealed carry to voter i.d. and more…and look ahead at what’s coming up. And at 7:30, get an update on Herb Kohl's announcement that he won't run for reelection to the U.S. Senate.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, WPR State Government Reporter

At 7:30: Chuck Quirmbach, WPR reporter


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Monday
5/16/2011
8:00 AM
 110516C

Joy Cardin
Man’s best friend is not a wolf in disguise. That’s according to Joy Cardin’s guest, after eight, who says we need to change the way we think of dogs . . . not as animals that need to be dominated, but as social companions who emotionally depend on humans.
Guest: John Bradshaw, Foundation Director, Anthrozoology (AN-throh-zoh-AHL-oh-jee) Institute, University of Bristol. Author, "Dog Sense: How the New Science Of Dog Behavior Can Make You A Better Friend To Your Pet."

Dog Sense: How the New Science Of Dog Behavior Can...
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Friday
5/13/2011
6:00 AM
 110513A

What sets Wisconsin cheeses apart from the rest?...
Wisconsin is once again the nation’s leading cheese producer, hauling-in two-point-six billion pounds last year. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest examine what sets Wisconsin cheeses apart from the rest. Plus, a look at popular varieties, and your comments on your favorites.
Guest: Jeanne (JEE-nee) Carpenter, Executive Director, Wisconsin Cheese Originals. http://www.wisconsincheeseoriginals.com Request a Wisconsin Cheese Variety Guide: http://wpr.org/r/?526


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Friday
5/13/2011
7:00 AM
 110513B

Joy Cardin
It’s college graduation season, and after seven, Joy Cardin and her guest will talk about life advice for the new graduates…and they want to hear YOUR advice, too.
Guest: Connie Kilmark, founder of the counseling and consulting firm Kilmark & Associates.


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Friday
5/13/2011
8:00 AM
 110513C

Joy Cardin
After eight, it’s the Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests. They’ll look at the latest developments in state issues, including school vouchers, concealed carry, and voter identification, along with top national stories.
Guests:

-Chris Lato, public relations director at Avicom Communications Group, and former communications director for the Republican Party of Wisconsin.

-Tony Palmeri, Professor of Communication, UW-Oshkosh. Media columnist for the Scene newspaper in the Fox Valley region.


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Thursday
5/12/2011
6:00 AM
 110512A

Joy Cardin
With the gray wolf population in Wisconsin reaching record numbers, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is suggesting its removal from the Endangered Species List. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest discusses the status of the gray wolf in Wisconsin . . . and the possibility of a gray wolf hunting season.
Guest: Adrian Wydeven, mammalian ecologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Author, “Recovery of Gray Wolves in the Great Lakes Region of the United States: An Endangered Species Success Story.” http://wpr.org/r/?524


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Thursday
5/12/2011
7:00 AM
 110512B

Joy Cardin
President Obama meets with Senate leaders this week to discuss the Federal Budget and the plan to raise the debt ceiling. After seven, Joy Cardin and her guest break down the politics and policy of the U.S. Budget Deficit.
Guest: Steven Smith, Political Science Professor and Director, Weidenbaum (WEE-den-baum) Center on the Economy, Government, and Public Policy, Washington University, St. Louis.


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Thursday
5/12/2011
8:00 AM
 110512C

Joy Cardin
After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest explores the role of feelings . . . anger, fear, anxiety, empathy, joy, and crying . . . in the workplace.
Guest: Anne Kreamer, author, "It’s Always Personal: Emotion in the New Workplace".
http://www.annekreamer.com/its-always-personal

It’s Always Personal: Emotion in the New Workplace
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Wednesday
5/11/2011
6:00 AM
 110511A

Joy Cardin
After reporting a 35-percent jump in cases from 2009 to 2010, State health officials have issued a warning to watch out for ticks that carry Lyme disease. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest examine the reasons for the increase, available treatment, and how to protect yourself.
Guest: Dr. William Agger, infectious disease specialist, Gundersen Lutheran Health System, La Crosse.


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Wednesday
5/11/2011
7:00 AM
 110511B

Joy Cardin
Public hearings are scheduled tomorrow (Thursday) in Wausau and Madison on proposed legislation to legalize the carrying of concealed weapons in Wisconsin. After seven, in this week’s Big Question: Joy Cardin’s guests debate whether Wisconsin should become a concealed-carry state.
Guests:

- Nik Clark, Chairman and President, Wisconsin Carry, Inc.

- Ladd (LAHD) Everitt, Communications Director, Coalition to Stop Gun Violence.


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Wednesday
5/11/2011
8:00 AM
 110511C

Joy Cardin
From raising ducks and chickens . . . to gardening without much room, Joy Cardin’s guest, after eight, has tips to make the most of our modern homestead, and produce and preserve our own food . . . even in the city.
Guest: Renee Wilkinson, author, “Modern Homestead: Grow, Raise, Create” Her blog, www.hipchickdigs.com/
Madison community garden link: www.cacscw.org/gardens/

Will Allen's Growing Power: www.growingpower.org/

Modern Homestead: Grow, Raise, Create
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Tuesday
5/10/2011
6:00 AM
 110510A

Joy Cardin
Governor Walker spoke in support of School Choice and Vouchers at a national event last night. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the policy and politics of School Choice in Wisconsin, and around the nation.
Guest: Stephen Correia, Associate Professor of Education, St. Norbert’s College.


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Tuesday
5/10/2011
7:00 AM
 110510B

Joy Cardin
According to Joy Cardin’s guest, after seven, the solution to high gas prices isn’t more drilling for oil . . . it’s better fuel efficiency.
Guest: Jim Kliesch (KLEESH), Research Director and Senior Engineer, Union of Concerned Scientists. Author, "Setting the Standard: How Cost-Effective Technology Can Increase Vehicle Fuel Economy."


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Tuesday
5/10/2011
8:00 AM
 110510C

Joy Cardin
After eight, boost your financial literacy during this week’s edition of On Your Money. Join Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley for answers to your personal finance questions, along with advice on Roth I-R-A’s and 401k’s . . . and some ways to NOT save money on gas.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
5/9/2011
6:00 AM
 110509A

Joy Cardin
Jacob and Isabella are first name favorites . . . Madison and Brayden are starting to bug some people . . . and Elvis . . . has left the building. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest tells us why names rise and fall in popularity.
Guest: Laura Wattenberg, creator, website, www.BabyNameWizard.com. Author, "The Baby Name Wizard."

The Baby Name Wizard
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Monday
5/9/2011
7:00 AM
 110509B

Joy Cardin
After seven, it’s The State Capitol Report. Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the latest on efforts to recall Wisconsin senators . . . the recount for Supreme Court Justice . . . and more of the top news in State government.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio State Government Reporter.


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Monday
5/9/2011
7:30 AM
 110509X

Joy Cardin
A proposed amendment to the Wisconsin Constitution would make Collective Bargaining a constitutional right. After seven, Joy Cardin talks with the author of the proposal, who says it would provide stability to the political process . . . and to workers.
Guest: Tim Carpenter, Democratic State Senator, Milwaukee


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Monday
5/9/2011
8:00 AM
 110509C

Joy Cardin
After eight, join Joy Cardin for the “First Monday with Mike.” WPR director Mike Crane joins the show to share the latest info from behind the scenes at Wisconsin Public Radio.
Guest: Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio


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Friday
5/6/2011
6:00 AM
 110506A

Joy Cardin
Wisconsin has several public gardens where you can see May flowers, plants, and other features. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest talks about what makes the state’s public gardens so special, and welcomes your nomination for best garden.
Guest: Mary Lou Santovec, freelance writer, Jefferson, WI. Author, "Wisconsin Gardens and Landscapes: A Travel Book Guide." Info on National Public Gardens Day and coupon for free admission for May 6 only: http://nationalpublicgardensday.org/

Wisconsin Gardens and Landscapes: A Travel Book Gu...
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Friday
5/6/2011
7:00 AM
 110506B

Joy Cardin
After seven, join Joy Cardin for a Muslim perspective on the death of Osama Bin Laden. Joy's guest says Bin Laden was nothing more than a mass-murderer who hijacked the Quran and the Islamic faith.
Guest: Ahmed Khan, Local Outreach Youth Director, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Oshkosh chapter mosque.


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Friday
5/6/2011
7:30 AM
 110506X

Joy Cardin
News of Osama Bin Laden’s death travelled quickly . . . through social media. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the rapid transformation of the way we receive the news . . . and share it with others.
Guest: Steve Noll, marketing instructor and social media expert, Madison Area Technical College.


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Friday
5/6/2011
8:00 AM
 110506C

Joy Cardin
After eight, it’s The Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests. Topics today include the fallout from the killing of Osama Bin Laden, concealed carry law in Wisconsin, and other state and national news.
Guests:

- Bill Lueders, News Editor, Isthmus newspaper.

- David Blaska, former Dane County Supervisor. His "Blaska's Blog": www.thedailypage.com


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Thursday
5/5/2011
6:00 AM
 110505A

Joy Cardin
As fresh greens make their way to our local farmer's markets, it’s time to turn them into delicious springtime salads. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest tells us how to make salads a main course in your daily diet. She has some great recipes, and you're invited to share yours.
Guest: Patricia Wells, journalist, author, and teacher, “At Home With Patricia Wells” cooking school in France. Author, "Salads As A Meal: Healthy Main-Dish Salads for Every Season."

At Home With Patricia Wells
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Thursday
5/5/2011
7:00 AM
 110505B

Joy Cardin
Now that Osama bin Laden has been killed, should the U.S. remain in Afghanistan or withdraw? After seven, Joy Cardin’s guest makes the case for bringing our troops home from Afghanistan. Then, Joy's guest, after seven-thirty, says there’s still plenty of work to be done there.
Guests:

- 7:00 - Derrick Crowe, Political Director and Afghanistan Expert, Brave New Foundation.

- 7:30 - Lisa Curtis, Senior Research Fellow, Asian Studies Center, Heritage Foundation.


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Thursday
5/5/2011
8:00 AM
 110505C

Joy Cardin
There are some sights, sounds, and . . . people . . . that just annoy us sometimes. Joy Cardin’s guests, after eight, tried to find out why . . . and then they wrote a book . . . on "The Science of What Bugs Us".
Guests:
- Joe Palca, Science Correspondent for NPR. Backup host, Talk of the Nation Science Friday.

- Flora Lichtman, Multimedia Editor, Science Friday.

Co-authors, "Annoying: The Science of What Bugs Us".

Annoying: The Science of What Bugs Us
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Wednesday
5/4/2011
6:00 AM
 110504A

Joy Cardin
After six, Joy's guest is Dr. Zorba Paster. He'll talk about his own broken ankle, seasonal allergies and losing our winter weight gain...and invite your health-related questions too.
Guest: Dr. Zorba Paster, family doctor in Madison and co-host of Zorba Paster On Your Health

The Longevity Code: Your Personal Prescription for...
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Wednesday
5/4/2011
7:00 AM
 110504B

Joy Cardin
After seven, it’s a One-Day Wednesday edition of The Big Question with Joy Cardin and her guests. Joy gets two takes on the news about Osama bin Laden, the federal budget, recall elections, and more.
Guests:

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

- Matt Rothschild, Editor and Publisher, The Progressive.


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Wednesday
5/4/2011
8:00 AM
 110504C

Joy Cardin
From asparagus and rhubarb to dandelions and morel mushrooms, Wisconsin’s spring seasonal foods are starting to crop up. After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest shares her love of local and seasonal foods . . . and has tips on how to serve them.
Guest: Monique Hooker, chef and cooking teacher, Monique's Culinary Experiences, De Soto. Author, "Cooking with the Seasons: A Year In My Kitchen".

Cooking with the Seasons: A Year In My Kitchen
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Tuesday
5/3/2011
6:00 AM
 110503A

Joy Cardin
After six, Joy Cardin talks with a U-W weather expert about last week’s unusually strong wave of tornadoes in the South. Find out how tornadoes form . . . and what researchers look at to explain the current bout of destructive weather.
Guest: Greg Tripoli, Professor of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, UW-Madison.


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Tuesday
5/3/2011
7:00 AM
 110503B

Joy Cardin
After seven, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at what Osama bin Laden’s death means for American politics, and the 2012 presidential race.
Guest: Ross Baker, Professor of political science, Rutgers University. Member, USA Today Board of Contributors.


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Tuesday
5/3/2011
8:00 AM
 110503C

Joy Cardin
After eight, join Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley for this week’s edition of On Your Money. Kevin has answers for your personal finance questions, plus some great advice on buying homeowner’s insurance . . . and Mother’s Day gifts.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
5/2/2011
6:00 AM
 110502A

Joy Cardin
Last night, President Obama announced that Al Qaeda terrorist and 9/11 mastermind Osama bin Laden is dead. Following special coverage from NPR, we'll talk to a guest political scientist about the latest on these developments.
Guest: Charles Franklin, Professor of political science at UW-Madison, and co-developer and contributor to Pollster.com


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Monday
5/2/2011
7:00 AM
 110502B

Joy Cardin
The State Capitol Report returns next week. Meanwhile, join Joy Cardin for continued coverage on the death of Osama bin Laden and analysis of what this means for the future of homeland security.
Guests:
7:00-- Ed Turzanski, professor of Political Science at LaSalle University and Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute
7:30-- Matt Rothschild, editor of "The Progressive" magazine
7:40-- Kevin Hermening, political activist and former chair of the Marathon County Republican Party
7:45-- Jarret Brachman, counterterrorism specialist and author of "Global Jihadism: Theory and Practice." He is working on a new book, "The Next Bin Laden."

Global Jihadism: Theory and Practice
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Monday
5/2/2011
8:00 AM
 110502C

Joy Cardin
What does Osama bin Laden’s death mean for the future of the War On Terror and United States national security? Joy Cardin and her guest political scientist explore that question and more, after eight.
Guest: Jon Pevehouse (PEE-vee-house), Professor of Political Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison


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Friday
4/29/2011
6:00 AM
 110429A

Joy Cardin
If you believe in folklore, then April showers should be just about over and May flowers are right around the corner. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest take a look at all the places where you can "stop and smell the roses," plus the many other fun activities in Wisconsin.
Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist, Journal & Topics Newspapers. Monthly contributor, “Tell Joy Where to Go” program on WPR.


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Friday
4/29/2011
7:00 AM
 110429B

Joy Cardin
A royal wedding is happening today in Britain. . . but, according to Joy Cardin’s guest, after seven, paying attention to monarchy marriages is contrary to American democratic ideals.
Guest: Frank Farley, Psychologist, Temple University. Former president, American Psychological Association.


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Friday
4/29/2011
8:00 AM
 110429C

Joy Cardin
After eight, it’s The Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests. Join the discussion on the latest on recalls, a voter I.D. effort in Wisconsin, and other top state and national news of the week.
Guests:

- Kevin Hermening, political activist and former chair, Marathon County Republican Party.

- John Smart, former chair, Price County Democratic Party.


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Thursday
4/28/2011
6:00 AM
 110428A

Joy Cardin
President Obama yesterday released a photocopy of his long-form birth certificate in an effort to quell the erroneous belief that he does not qualify to be president. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the impact of the 'Birther' movement on politics and the 2012 presidential race.
Guest: David Cohen, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Akron.


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Thursday
4/28/2011
7:00 AM
 110428B

Joy Cardin
The big protests ended weeks ago . . . so what’s next for the Labor Movement in Wisconsin? After seven, Joy Cardin talks with a Labor advocate about whether more protests are a good idea for the movement.
Guest: Frank Emspak, Emeritus Professor, UW Extension School for Workers. General Manager, Workers Independent News.


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Thursday
4/28/2011
8:00 AM
 110428C

Joy Cardin
After eight, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at why we love to read . . . and why we enjoy a book's printed page in particular.
Guest: Bill Henderson, founder, Pushcart Press. Co-editor, "Book Love: A Celebration of Writers, Readers, and the Printed and Bound Book".


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Wednesday
4/27/2011
6:00 AM
 110427A

Joy Cardin
After it was reported that air traffic controllers were caught sleeping on the job, the issue of not getting enough sleep has become more important than ever. After six, Joy’s guest will talk about the effects of sleep deprivation on the body, and what we can do about it.
Guest: Michael Decker, Associate Professor of Nursing at Georgia State University and spokesperson for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.


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Wednesday
4/27/2011
7:00 AM
 110427B

Joy Cardin
The Wisconsin State Assembly will hold a hearing today on a law that would require photo identification for voters. After seven, Joy Cardin asks her guests today’s Big Question: Should we require photo I.D. at the polling station?
Guests:

-Donald Pridemore, Republican State Assembly Representative from Hartford and sponsor of Assembly legislation that includes a voter I.D. provision, along with other changes in election law.

-Jay Heck, Executive Director, Common Cause In Wisconsin.


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Wednesday
4/27/2011
8:00 AM
 110427C

Joy Cardin
It's a valuable and useful substance, in many ways making our lives better . . . but according to Joy Cardin’s guest, after eight, reliance on plastic comes at a cost to our health and to the environment, and it's time to re-examine our relationship with it.
Guest: Susan Freinkel, science writer. Author, “Plastic: A Toxic Love Story.”


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Tuesday
4/26/2011
6:00 AM
 110426A

Joy Cardin
You may have already fired-up the grill this year, but what about the Dutch oven? . . . a bucket? . . . or a cardboard box? After six, Joy Cardin’s guest discribes the many different ways to cook outdoors . . . plus, some recipes . . . and answers for your culinary questions.
Guest: Frank Larson, Adult Scout Leader, Samoset Council, Boy Scouts of America. Recipes: www.wpr.org/cardin, (Featured Links section).


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Tuesday
4/26/2011
7:00 AM
 110426B

Joy Cardin
A long-time supporter of the school-choice program in Milwaukee has spoken out against the Governor’s plan to remove income limits from the program. After seven, Joy Cardin asks her guest why he thinks proposed changes to the Milwaukee school-choice program would be a bad deal.
Guest: Howard Fuller, Professor of Education and Director, Institute for the Transformation of Learning, Marquette University. Board member, Black Alliance for Educational Options. Former Superintendent, Milwaukee Public Schools.


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Tuesday
4/26/2011
7:30 AM
 110426X

Joy Cardin
The so-called Partisan Divide isn’t just about politics . . . it also extends to our consumption of news and entertainment media. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin talks with the author of a new study on the media habits of political Liberals and Conservatives.
Guest: Ken Goldstein, professor of political science, UW-Madison, Director, Wisconsin Advertising Project. His report: http://wispolitics.com/index.iml?Article=234210


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Tuesday
4/26/2011
8:00 AM
 110426C

Joy Cardin
After eight, join Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley when On Your Money celebrates Financial Literacy Month. Kevin has money advice for four key parts of our lives . . . plus, answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
4/25/2011
6:00 AM
 110425A

Joy Cardin
After six, Joy Cardin and her guest discuss what the 2011 WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin Survey says about residents’ views on collective bargaining, tax increases and spending cuts. Survey: http://wpr.org/r/?515
Guest: Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science, St. Norbert College Survey Center.


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Monday
4/25/2011
7:00 AM
 110425B

Joy Cardin
After seven, it’s the State Capitol Report. Joy Cardin and her guest will discuss the latest on the recount for Supreme Court justice, recall efforts for state senators, the collective bargaining court battle, and other top happenings in state government.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.


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Monday
4/25/2011
7:30 AM
 110425X

Joy Cardin
There’s a recount plan in the works for the Supreme Court election. After 7:30, Joy Cardin talks with a journalist who's covered two major recounts in Minnesota, about what Wisconsin may have in store.
Guest: Jay Weiner (WEEN-er), reporter for MinnPost.com and author of “This Is Not Florida: How Al Franken Won the Minnesota Senate Recount;” as a journalist, he covered the Minnesota Senate recount in 2008 and the Governor’s race recount in 2010.


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Monday
4/25/2011
8:00 AM
 110425C

Joy Cardin
We love our stuff too much…and if we simplify, we can have happier lives, and save money, too. This is the message from Joy Cardin's guest, after eight, who says we can find a balance between what we have, what we need, and what we want.
Guest: Peter Walsh - Professional organizer, host of the program “Enough Already” on the Oprah Winfrey Network, and author of “Lighten Up: Love What You Have, Have What You Need, Be Happier With Less” www.peterwalshdesign.com


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Friday
4/22/2011
6:00 AM
 110422A

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
April marks the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, and after six, John's guest will talk about the important role that Wisconsin played in the war effort.
Guest: Brett Barker, associate professor of history at UW-Marathon County. Author of the book “Exploring Civil War Wisconsin: A Survival Guide for Researchers.”


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Friday
4/22/2011
7:00 AM
 110422B

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
Today is Earth Day! After seven, John Munson and his guests will discuss the findings of the 2011 WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin Survey on wind energy, and welcome your thoughts on how big a role wind power should play in our state’s future. Survey results: http://wpr.org/r/?515
Guests:

- Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science, St. Norbert College Survey Center.

- Michael Kraft, Professor of Public and Environmental Affairs, UW-Green Bay.


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Friday
4/22/2011
8:00 AM
 110422C

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After eight, it’s the Week in Review with John Munson and his guests. From recounts to recalls, they’ll tackle the top state and national news stories of the week.
Guests:

- Peg Lautenschlager, Attorney at the law firm Bauer and Bach, and Former Democratic Attorney General of Wisconsin

- Jo Egelhoff, Editor of FoxPolitics.net


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Thursday
4/21/2011
6:00 AM
 110421A

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After six, John Munson kicks-off the release of the latest WPR/St. Norbert Survey. John and his guests begin with a look at our state and national economic situations — what we think of them, and the direction they’re heading. Survey results: http://wpr.org/r/?515
Guests:

- Kevin Quinn, professor of Economics at St. Norbert College. He is also Associate Dean of the Social Sciences division.

- Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science and Analyst at the St. Norbert College Survey Center.


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Thursday
4/21/2011
7:00 AM
 110421B

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
Recall petitions aimed at four Republican state senators have now been filed with the Government Accountability Board. After seven, John Munson and his guests will discuss these efforts and results from the 2011 WPR/St. Norbert College Wisconsin Survey. Survey results: http://wpr.org/r/?515
Guests:

-Wendy Scattergood, Assistant Professor of Political Science, St. Norbert College Survey Center.

-Dennis Riley, Professor of Political Science, UW-Stevens Point.


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Thursday
4/21/2011
8:00 AM
 110421C

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
In the coming century, scientific developments will have an amazing impact on our daily lives - that’s according to John Munson’s guest, after eight, who looks at the latest science and what it means for our future.
Guest: Michio Kaku (MEE-chee-oh KAH-koo), Professor of Theoretical Physics at the City University of New York and author of “Physics of the Future: How Science Will Shape Human Destiny and Our Daily Lives By the Year 2100.”


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Wednesday
4/20/2011
6:00 AM
 110420A

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
According to a recent government study, more than half of American adults are using dietary supplements. After six, John Munson’s guest will discuss the growing trend, as well as the benefits and risks of taking supplements. Study: http://wpr.org/r/?513
Guest: Dr. Donald Hensrud (HENS-rood), specialist in preventive medicine and nutrition, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota.


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Wednesday
4/20/2011
7:00 AM
 110420B

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
President Obama and U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan have unveiled their long-term budget plans. After seven, on this week’s Big Question, John Munson asks his guests which option is better for the United States.
Guests:

- Maria Cardona, Democratic Strategist, Dewey Square Group.

- Nicole Kurokawa (kur-o-KAH-wah) Neily (NEE-lee), Executive Director, Independent Women's Forum.


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Wednesday
4/20/2011
8:00 AM
 110420C

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
Many of the fish we eat could be extinct in the next 50 years, as part of the collapse of ocean ecosystems - that’s according to John Munson’s guest after eight, who says sustainable fishing could make a big difference.
Guest: Mark Kurlansky, former commercial fisherman and author of "World Without Fish". http://www.markkurlansky.com/


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Tuesday
4/19/2011
6:00 AM
 110419A

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After six, John Munson and his guest look at ways to learn science…outside of the classroom. From zoos and museums to educational TV and movies, join John and his guest for a look at “informal education” in the sciences.
Guest: Erik Robelen (ROBE-uh-len), assistant editor and reporter for Education Week and co-author of the blog Curriculum Matters.


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Tuesday
4/19/2011
7:00 AM
 110419B

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
Standard & Poors is downgrading the economic outlook for the United States to negative because of the disagreement by lawmakers on solving the country’s financial issues. After seven, John Munson’s guest will discuss what this means and how he thinks it will play out.
Guest: T.J. Brooks, Associate Professor of Economics, UW-La Crosse.


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Tuesday
4/19/2011
7:30 AM
 110419X

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
While the United States and Europe try to get their economies going again, China is trying to keep inflation - due to sharp growth - from getting out-of-hand. After seven-thirty, John Munson’s guest will discuss the latest happenings there, and why the U.S. should be concerned.
Guest: Carmen Reinhart, Dennis Weatherstone Senior Fellow, Peterson Institute for International Economics.


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Tuesday
4/19/2011
8:00 AM
 110419C

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After eight, John Munson’s guest says Americans are getting ready to start spending again, but many of us aren’t confident in our financial management skills — which is a dangerous combination.
Guest: Gail Cunningham, Vice President of Public Relations for the National Foundation for Credit Counseling www.nfcc.org


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Monday
4/18/2011
6:00 AM
 110418A

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
With gas prices going up . . . will that lead to less driving? After six, John Munson and his guest look at "sticker shock" at the pump . . . and how it fits into the overall cost of driving.
Guest: Pam Moen (MOE-en), Public Affairs Director, AAA-Wisconsin. http://wisconsin.aaa.com/


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Monday
4/18/2011
7:00 AM
 110418B

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After seven, it’s The State Capitol Report with John Munson in for Joy Cardin. John and his guest look at Sarah Palin’s appearance at a Tea Party rally in Madison this past weekend, a Dane County judge’s dismissal of a collective bargaining lawsuit, and other key happenings in State government.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio State Government Reporter.


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Monday
4/18/2011
7:30 AM
 110418X

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After seven-thirty, John Munson’s guest lawmaker says Wisconsin needs a constitutional amendment to establish a rainy-day fund for the State budget.
Guest: Travis Tranel (TRAN-ull), Republican State Assembly Representative, Cuba City. Sponsor, rainy day fund legislation.


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Monday
4/18/2011
8:00 AM
 110418C

John Munson in for Joy Cardin
After eight, John Munson talks with a different kind of “pun-dit.” Join John and his guest for a look at the humble Pun . . . why we love them . . . and love to hate them.
Guest: John Pollack, former presidential Speechwriter. “O Henry Pun-Off” Champion and Punster of the Year 2011. Author, “The Pun Also Rises: How the Humble Pun Revolutionized Language, Changed History, and Made Wordplay More Than Some Antics” http://thepunalsorises.com/


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Friday
4/15/2011
6:00 AM
 110415A

Joy Cardin
It’s a big weekend for fans of a rather unusual Central Wisconsin bird. After six, Joy Cardin and her guests discuss the importance of the Prairie Chicken, and the festival celebrating it, and protecting the state’s dwindling grassland areas.
Guests:

- Sharon Schwab, Coordinator, Central Wisconsin Grassland Conservation Area Partnership.

- Scott Hull, research scientist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. http://prairiechickenfestival.org/


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Friday
4/15/2011
7:00 AM
 110415B

Joy Cardin
After seven, Joy Cardin talks with Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin about the long-term budget plans laid out by President Obama and Representative Paul Ryan, Thursday’s vote to fund the government for the rest of this year, and more.
Guest: Tammy Baldwin, Democratic U.S. Representative, Wisconsin 2nd Congressional District.


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Friday
4/15/2011
7:30 AM
 110415X

Joy Cardin
Tea Party groups in Wisconsin will be rallying at the Capitol tomorrow to celebrate recent victories, and their plan for the future. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin’s guest says while there has been lots of success by the Tea Party movement, there is danger if it lets its guard down.
Guest: Nancy Mistele (MISS-tul), founder, The Founders Compass. http://www.thefounderscompass.com/


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Friday
4/15/2011
8:00 AM
 110415C

Joy Cardin
After eight, it’s The Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests. They’ll take a look at the President’s budget proposal and the Republican response. Plus, the latest in Wisconsin news.
Guests:

- Ed Garvey, Senior Partner, Law firm of Garvey, McNeil, and Associates. Publisher, www.FightingBob.com

- Steve Prestegard, publisher and editor of the late Marketplace Magazine and author, Presteblog. http://presteblog.blogspot.com/


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Thursday
4/14/2011
6:00 AM
 110414A

Joy Cardin
According to research by Joy Cardin’s guest, after six, members of Congress use about a quarter of their communications efforts to taunt their opponents. He says partisan sniping is distracting our representatives from doing the work they were elected to do.
Guest: Gary King, Professor of Government, Harvard University.


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Thursday
4/14/2011
7:00 AM
 110414B

Joy Cardin
President Obama laid-out his long-term deficit-reduction plan on Wednesday, which includes savings in Medicare and Medicaid, and ending the Bush-era tax cuts for the rich. After seven, Joy Cardin’s guest analyzes Obama’s speech and whether these proposals and others may become reality.
Guest: George Waller, Senior Lecturer of Political Science, UW-Fox Valley.


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Thursday
4/14/2011
8:00 AM
 110414C

Joy Cardin
According to Joy Cardin’s guest, after eight, homework, testing, and other efforts to make school more rigorous are hurting our educational system. He says we can have high educational standards without taking the joy out of learning.
Guest: Alfie Kohn, author, “Feel-Bad Education and Other Essays on Children and Schooling.” http://www.alfiekohn.org


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Wednesday
4/13/2011
6:00 AM
 110413A

Joy Cardin
Reports say news personalities Katie Couric (COO-rick), Matt Lauer (LOUW-er), and Meredith Viera (vee-AIR-ruh) may all be leaving their posts sometime this year. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest discusses why he says today’s news anchors are far less important and relevant than those from the last generation.
Guest: Tim Cuprisin, Media Columnist, OnMilwaukee.com. Piece on news anchors: http://wpr.org/r/?502


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Wednesday
4/13/2011
7:00 AM
 110413B

Joy Cardin
Scott Walker has been in the Governor's office a hundred days. After seven, Joy Cardin asks her guests this week’s Big Question: "How’s the Governor doing?"
Guests:
- Brian Fraley, Director, MacIver Institute
- Joe Wineke, former state Senator and former chair, Democratic Party of Wisconsin.


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Wednesday
4/13/2011
8:00 AM
 110413C

Joy Cardin
After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest says atheists are all wrong . . . and so are Christians . . . and all the other believers. Hear the case for doubt and agnosticism, coming up after eight.
Guest: Vincent Bugliosi, author, “The Divinity of Doubt: The God Question.” Former prosecutor in Los Angeles County, including the Charles Manson prosecution.


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Tuesday
4/12/2011
6:00 AM
 110412A

Joy Cardin
A new report says using austerity measures to reduce the National Debt is the wrong approach. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest makes the case for reversing tax breaks for large corporations and the super-rich.
Guest: Scott Klinger, associate fellow, Institute for Policy Studies. Policy director, Wealth and the Common Good. "Unnecessary Austerity" report: http://www.accuracy.org/release/unnecessary-austerity/


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Tuesday
4/12/2011
7:00 AM
 110412B

Joy Cardin
After seven, join Joy Cardin for two perspectives on the vote-counting issue in the State Supreme Court election. Joy talks to a guest calling for an investigation into the Waukesha county vote. Then, at seven-thirty, Joy’s guest says we shouldn’t be looking for a conspiracy in Waukesha.
Guests:
7:00 - Scot Ross, Executive Director, One Wisconsin Now

7:30 - David Blaska, former Dane County Supervisor. His "Blaska's Blog" www.thedailypage.com


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Tuesday
4/12/2011
8:00 AM
 110412C

Joy Cardin
After eight, join Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley for a tax-time edition of On Your Money. In addition to answering your personal finance questions, Kevin has lots of advice on taxes for now and the future.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC

www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
4/11/2011
6:00 AM
 110411A

Joy Cardin
After six, Joy Cardin and her guest will look at the latest in two hot political issues—the vote for State Supreme Court and the showdown over the federal budget.
Guest: Joe Foy, Professor of Political Science at UW-Waukesha


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Monday
4/11/2011
7:00 AM
 110411B

Joy Cardin
It’s time for the State Capitol Report. After seven, Joy Cardin and her guest will analyze the fallout of last week’s Supreme Court election and the likely recount to come, the repair to the current budget shortfall, and more hearings on the next state budget.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.


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Monday
4/11/2011
7:30 AM
 110411X

Joy Cardin
After 7:30, Joy Cardin talks to a Democratic state lawmaker about the state budget and alternative hearings Democrats are holding.
Guest: Cory Mason, Democratic State Representative from Racine


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Monday
4/11/2011
8:00 AM
 110411C

Joy Cardin
The things that make us happy right now are not always the things that lead to a happier life. After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest talks about the different kinds of happiness…and which is better for us in the long run.
Guest: Carol Ryff, Professor of Psychology and Director of the Institute on Aging at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is a member of the MacArthur Research Network for Successful Midlife Development.


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Friday
4/8/2011
6:00 AM
 110408A

Joy Cardin
As we get further into spring, more birds are starting to reappear in Wisconsin. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest will discuss which species are flapping their wings around the state these days and how you can become a better birder.
Guest: Mark Korducki (kor-DUCK-ee), coordinator and voice, Wisconsin Society for Ornithology’s Rare Bird Hotline. Hotline: (262) 784-4032.


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Friday
4/8/2011
7:00 AM
 110408B

Joy Cardin
After seven, Joy Cardin and her guests discuss the odds of a federal government shutdown, what it would mean for us and what could be done to avoid it.
Guests:

- 7:00 - Eric Giordano, Assistant Professor of Political Science, UW-Marathon County. Director, Wisconsin Institute for Public Policy and Service.

- 7:35 - Sean Duffy, Republican U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District.

- 7:48 - Ron Kind, Democratic U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District.


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Friday
4/8/2011
8:00 AM
 110408C

Joy Cardin
The Week in Review: Joy and her guests discuss this week's political news.
Guests:
Owen Robinson, blogger at http://bootsandsabers.com

Ben Manski, Executive Director of Liberty Tree


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Thursday
4/7/2011
6:00 AM
 110407A

Joy Cardin
Joy and her guest discuss the Supreme Court election

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Thursday
4/7/2011
7:00 AM
 110407B

Joy Cardin
Rep. Paul Ryan's budget plan and how it affects Medicare and Medicaid

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Thursday
4/7/2011
8:00 AM
 110407C

Joy Cardin
Gov. Scott Walker and Wisconsin’s 14 Democratic Senators are being nominated for TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People list. After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest will discuss the interest behind this type of project and invite your nominations.
Guest: Bob Thompson, Professor of Television and Pop Culture. Director, Bleier (BLY-er) Center for Television and Popular Culture, Syracuse University. http://tvcenter.syr.edu/


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Wednesday
4/6/2011
6:00 AM
 110406A

Joy Cardin
After six, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at the outcome of the Supreme Court election, and what it means for politics and policy in Wisconsin.
Guest: Howard Schweber, Associate Professor of Political Science at UW-Madison and affiliate member of the UW-Madison Law School.


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Wednesday
4/6/2011
7:00 AM
 110406B

Joy Cardin
State budget hearings start tomorrow, and on The Big Question segment, after seven, Joy Cardin gets two takes from state lawmakers.
Guests:

Louis Molepske, Democratic State Assembly Representative from Stevens Point

Frank Lasee, Republican State Senator from De Pere


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Wednesday
4/6/2011
8:00 AM
 110406C

Joy Cardin
NOTE PROGRAMMING CHANGE--
After eight, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the too-close-to-call race for Wisconsin's Supreme Court.
Guests:
Chuck Quirmbach, WPR Reporter, Milwaukee.

Dennis Riley, Professor of Political Science, UW-Stevens Point.

Christine Bremer-Muggli, attorney, Bremer & Trollop Law Offices, Wausau. Delegate, 2008 Democratic National Convention.

Margaret Farrow, Former Republican Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin.


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Tuesday
4/5/2011
6:00 AM
 110405A

Joy Cardin
Due to its rich health benefits, the U.S. government is recommending Americans to up their intake of seafood to nearly two servings per week. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the advantages of adding more seafood to your diet. Then, after six-thirty, Joy's guest has some tips on how to prepare and cook fish.
Guests:

- Catherine Albrecht, Registered Dietitian, Wisconsin Dietetic Association. http://www.eatrightwisc.org/

- Brian Moran, culinary instructor, Milwaukee Area Technical College. Chef and cooking instructor, Milwaukee Public Market. Article featuring Moran: http://wpr.org/r/?499


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Tuesday
4/5/2011
7:00 AM
 110405B

Joy Cardin
President Obama has officially announced his campaign for re-election, and a number of Republicans are edging closer to a run. After seven, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at the road to the Presidency 2012.
Guest: Susan MacManus, Professor of Political Science, University of South Florida.


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Tuesday
4/5/2011
8:00 AM
 110405C

Joy Cardin
After eight, Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley for this week’s edition of On Your Money. Kevin has advice on home-buying in April, a warning about email financial scams, and answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
4/4/2011
6:00 AM
 110404A

Joy Cardin
The Supreme Court election is tomorrow, after a wild race. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest look at the latest endorsements, ads, and what will sway tomorrow's vote.
Guest: Charley Jacobs, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College.


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Monday
4/4/2011
7:00 AM
 110404B

Joy Cardin
After seven, it’s the State Capitol Report. Joy Cardin and her guest will discuss the latest developments in the collective bargaining legislation, upcoming hearings on Gov. Walker’s proposed budget, and more of the top stories in state government.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.


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Monday
4/4/2011
7:30 AM
 110404X

Joy Cardin
State budget hearings kick-off this week with public hearings around the state. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin talks with a co-chair of the Joint Finance Committee.
Guest: Robin Vos, Republican Assembly Representative from Burlington, and co-chair of the Joint Committee on Finance.


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Monday
4/4/2011
8:00 AM
 110404C

Joy Cardin
It’s the first Monday of the month, which means it’s time for another edition of Mondays with Mike. After eight, Joy Cardin and Wisconsin Public Radio Director Mike Crane will discuss the latest happenings at WPR and address your public radio questions and concerns.
Guest: Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio. On the Media archive (the show Mike mentioned is March 25): http://www.onthemedia.org/episodes/2011/03


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Friday
4/1/2011
6:00 AM
 110401A

Joy Cardin
Sales of craft brews in the United States jumped 11 percent in 2010, including some big success stories for Wisconsin’s breweries. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest discusses what makes the state’s beers so appealing, and welcomes your thoughts on your favorite brews and breweries.
Guest: Robin Shepard, regional beer writer. Recent beer columns: http://wpr.org/r/?498


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Friday
4/1/2011
7:00 AM
 110401B

Joy Cardin
After seven, Joy Cardin’s guest separates the truth from the “pants on fire” claims in the race for state Supreme Court between Justice David Prosser and JoAnne Kloppenburg.
Guest: Greg Borowski - Editor, PolitiFact Wisconsin. Senior Editor for Projects and Investigations, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. http://www.politifact.com/wisconsin/


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Friday
4/1/2011
7:30 AM
 110401X

Joy Cardin
After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin’s guest says that an open-records request directed at a UW-Madison professor critical of the Walker administration is an effort at political intimidation.
Guest: Donald Downs - Professor of Political Science, Law, and Journalism at UW-Madison.


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Friday
4/1/2011
8:00 AM
 110401C

Joy Cardin
After eight, get two takes on the newest court ruling on collective bargaining in Wisconsin, along with other top state and national news stories. It’s the Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests.
Guests:

- Margaret Farrow - Former Republican Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. Chair of the WisconsinEye Broadcast Network (her views here do not represent WisconsinEye).

- Georgia Duerst-Lahti - Professor of Political Science, Beloit College.


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Thursday
3/31/2011
6:00 AM
 110331A

Joy Cardin
According to Joy Cardin’s guest, it’s time to embrace marriage in the black community. After six, he’ll discuss why this is the single most important issue in the African-American population and what can be done to address it.
Guest: James Causey, editorial writer and columnist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Piece on black marriage: http://wpr.org/r/?496


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Thursday
3/31/2011
7:00 AM
 110331B

Joy Cardin
A Dane County judge has ordered that Gov. Walker’s collective bargaining legislation not be enforced. After seven, Joy Cardin’s guest says that the Democrats have hijacked democracy by tying-up the measure in the court system and defying the will of the voters.
Guest: Steve Gunn, Communications Director, Education Action Group Foundation. Recent piece on collective bargaining legislation: http://wpr.org/r/?497


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Thursday
3/31/2011
7:30 AM
 110331X

Joy Cardin
The UW System is looking to be a contentious budget item in the up-coming months. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin's guest explains a plan signed onto by chancellors of all UW campuses - except for Madison - that would keep Madison part of the system, while giving campuses more flexibility.
Guest: Ray Cross, Chancellor of University of Wisconsin Colleges and UW-Extension.
Info about the plan: www.wisconsin.edu


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Thursday
3/31/2011
8:00 AM
 110331C

Joy Cardin
After eight, Joy Cardin and her guest explore why experts are often so bad at predicting the future.
Guest: Dan Gardner, author of "Future Babble: Why Expert Predictions Are Next to Worthless, and You Can Do Better". He is a columnist for the Ottawa Citizen, and author of "The Science of Fear".


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Wednesday
3/30/2011
6:00 AM
 110330A

Joy Cardin
After six, Joy Cardin says we have "character deficit" in the United States, which leads us to rely on the government instead of taking responsibility for our own actions and problems.
Guest: Lawrence Reed, President of the Foundation for Economic Education. His opinion piece: http://wpr.org/r/?494


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Wednesday
3/30/2011
7:00 AM
 110330B

Joy Cardin
The controversial collective bargaining bill is now law - or it isn't - depending on who you ask. After seven, Joy Cardin will ask two legal experts with different takes on the issue on this week's Big Question segment.
Guests:

- Rick Esenberg (ESS-en-berg), Visiting Professor of Law at Marquette University. He writes the Shark and Shepherd blog www.sharkandshepherd.blogspot.com

- Ed Fallone, Associate Professor of Law at Marquette University

--They've been writing about the issue on the Marquette University Law School's blog:http://law.marquette.edu/facultyblog/


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Wednesday
3/30/2011
8:00 AM
 110330C

Joy Cardin
We're losing our self-control because we face more temptations in our daily lives - that's according to Joy Cardin's guest, after eight. He says we can teach ourselves to avoid things that are bad for us, and motivate ourselves to include the good stuff.
Guest: Daniel Akst - Author of "We Have Met the Enemy: Self-Control in an Age of Excess".


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Tuesday
3/29/2011
6:00 AM
 110329A

Joy Cardin
OMG, LOL, and other modern phrases made it into the Oxford English dictionary last week. After six, Joy Cardin welcomes Richard Lederer for a look at our ever-changing language.
Guest: Richard Lederer - Author of more than 35 books about language, history, and humor, including his best-selling "Anguished English" series and his current books, "The Gift of Age", "Super Funny Animal Jokes", and "Wild & Wacky Animal Jokes". He is founding co-host of "A Way With Words" on Wisconsin Public Radio.


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Tuesday
3/29/2011
7:00 AM
 110329B

Joy Cardin
Gov. Walker’s administration says its collective bargaining legislation is now the law of the land, but Democrats disagree. After seven, Joy Cardin’s guest lawmaker weighs-in with his take on what’s going on, and how it will play out.
Guest: Peter Barca - Democratic State Representative, Kenosha. Assembly Minority Leader.


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Tuesday
3/29/2011
7:30 AM
 110329X

Joy Cardin
After seven-thirty, join Joy Cardin and her guest for reaction to President Obama’s address to the nation on the intervention in Libya.
Guest: Jon Pevehouse, Professor of political science and public affairs at UW-Madison; he’s co-author of “Principles of International Relations”.


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Tuesday
3/29/2011
8:00 AM
 110329C

Joy Cardin
After eight, it’s this week’s edition of On Your Money. Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley for answers to your personal financing questions, and some info on Roth IRA’s and how the economy is affecting us.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC
www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
3/28/2011
6:00 AM
 110328A

Joy Cardin
Wisconsin lawmakers are looking to open things up for charter schools in Wisconsin; after six, Joy Cardin gets two takes on the issue.
Guests:

6:00 – Sarah Granofsky, Program Director for the Wisconsin Charter Schools Association.

6:30 – Dan Rossmiller, Director of Government Relations for the Wisconsin Association of School Boards.


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Monday
3/28/2011
7:00 AM
 110328B

Joy Cardin
It’s another edition of the State Capitol Report. After seven, Joy Cardin and her guest will discuss the latest in the race for Supreme Court justice, including highlights from this past Friday’s debate, and an appeals court decision to send the collective bargaining bill to the Supreme Court.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.


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Monday
3/28/2011
7:30 AM
 110328X

Joy Cardin
After seven-thirty, join Joy Cardin and her guest for a look at the unusual politics behind this year’s race for the Wisconsin Supreme Court.
Guest: Timothy Dale, Assistant Professor of Political Science at UW-Green Bay.


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Monday
3/28/2011
8:00 AM
 110328C

Joy Cardin
Do animals have a moral sense? After eight, Joy Cardin and her guest explore the profound moral connections between humans and animals.
Guest: Dale Peterson - Author of "The Moral Lives of Animals", among several other books, including "Jane Goodall: The Woman Who Redefined Man", which was a New York Times Book Review Notable Book.


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Friday
3/25/2011
6:00 AM
 110325A

Joy Cardin
It’s officially springtime in Wisconsin… and although the weather more closely resembles winter, there are plenty of things to see and do to help with your spring fever. After six, Joy Cardin’s guest will offer his best bets for fun across the state, and he'll welcome your suggestions.
Guest: Gary Knowles - Upper Great Lakes columnist, Journal & Topics Newspapers, based in DesPlaines, Illinois. Monthly contributor to the “Tell Joy Where to Go” programs.


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Friday
3/25/2011
7:00 AM
 110325B

Joy Cardin
While the big protests have tapered off, the debate over access to Wisconsin’s Capitol building continues. After seven, Joy Cardin talks with an activist involved in a legal challenge.
Guest: Ben Masel - Madison activist; he’s filed a suit concerning access to the Capitol for demonstrations.


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Friday
3/25/2011
7:30 AM
 110325X

Joy Cardin
An appeals court has ruled that private-sector employers in Milwaukee must offer paid sick days to all its employees, reversing a circuit court decision to halt it two years ago. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin’s guest says the news is good for working families, but is expecting a battle in the weeks and months ahead.
Guest: Dana Schultz, Lead Organizer, 9to5 Milwaukee.


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Friday
3/25/2011
8:00 AM
 110325C

Joy Cardin
After eight, it’s the Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests. They’ll discuss the latest from Libya, the one-year anniversary of health care reform, and news on charter schools and recycling here in Wisconsin, along with other top news stories of the week.
Guests:

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

-Louis Fortis, Editor-in-Chief of The Shepherd Express".


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Thursday
3/24/2011
6:00 AM
 110324A

Joy Cardin
The calendar says it’s the fourth full day of spring, but the weather may suggest otherwise. After six, Joy Cardin and her guest discuss this week’s snowstorm in northern Wisconsin, floods in other parts of the state, and they invite you to share your favorite season, and your reasons why.
Guest: Michael Morgan, Professor of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at the UW-Madison, and Director of the Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences at the National Science Foundation.


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Thursday
3/24/2011
7:00 AM
 110324B

Joy Cardin
Joy Cardin talks to the candidates for Wisconsin’s Supreme Court — after seven, incumbent David Prosser, and after 7:30, challenger JoAnne Kloppenburg.
Guests:

7:00 — David Prosser, Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice, running for re-election

7:30 — JoAnne Kloppenburg, Assistant Attorney General and candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court.


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Thursday
3/24/2011
8:00 AM
 110324C

Joy Cardin
After eight, Joy Cardin and her guest explore the allure and popular appeal of coffee in cultures around the world.
Guest: Morton Satin - Author of "Coffee Talk: The Stimulating Story of the World's Most Popular Brew". He is the vice-president of science and research at the Salt Institute.


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Wednesday
3/23/2011
6:00 AM
 110323A

Joy Cardin
We’re not confident about our financial security in retirement, according to a new survey. After six, Joy Cardin talks to a co-author of the survey, who says it’s a wake-up call for people to start planning.
Guest: Mathew Greenwald, President and CEO of Mathew Greenwald and Associates, and co-author of the annual “Retirement Confidence Survey” produced in conjunction with the Employee Benefit Research Institute http://wpr.org/r/?489


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Wednesday
3/23/2011
7:00 AM
 110323B

Joy Cardin
It’s another edition of The Big Question, after seven. Joy Cardin and her guests will debate whether the United States should be involved with military operations in Libya for humanitarian reasons.
Guests:

- Alan Kuperman (KOO-per-min) - Professor, Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs, University of Texas-Austin. Author, "The Limits of Humanitarian Intervention." Co-editor, "Gambling on Humanitarian Intervention." Recent piece on Libya: http://wpr.org/r/?491

- John Guardiano (gwar-dee-AH-no) - Writer and analyst who focuses on political, military and public policy issues for a variety of publications, including FrumForum, the American Spectator and the Daily Caller. Recent piece on Libya: http://wpr.org/r/?492


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Wednesday
3/23/2011
8:00 AM
 110323C

Joy Cardin
After eight, Joy Cardin’s guest sorts-out myth from reality when it comes to health, exercise, and well-being. From swimming after eating to whether shaving makes hair grow back thicker…find out which common beliefs are true, and which are misconceptions.
Guest: Brian Udermann (OOD-er-man), Professor of Exercise and Sport Science at UW-La Crosse, and author of “25 Ways to Cure the Hiccups: Uncovering the Truth Behind 101 Common Myths and Misconceptions.” http://wpr.org/r/?490


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Tuesday
3/22/2011
6:00 AM
 110322A

Joy Cardin
We need better ways to track our personal energy consumption, including “energy labels” on our appliances - that’s according to Joy Cardin’s guest after six, who says consumers need to take responsibility for energy consumption.
Guest: Amanda Little, author of “Power Trip: The Story of America’s Love Affair With Energy.” Her piece in the New York Times:http://wpr.org/r/?487. Her website is www.amandalittle.com


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Tuesday
3/22/2011
7:00 AM
 110322B

Joy Cardin
The House of Representatives voted 228-192 last week to prohibit federal funding for public radio. After seven, Joy Cardin will speak with Wisconsin’s U.S. Reps. Shawn Duffy and Reid Ribble about why they voted against it and for it, respectively; after seven-thirty, her guest will discuss why it’s time for National Public Radio to exist without taxpayer dollars.
Guests:

7:07 - Sean Duffy, Republican U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's seventh Congressional district.

7:19 - Reid Ribble, Republican U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's eighth Congressional district.

7:30 - Mattie Corrao, Government Affairs Manager, Americans for Tax Reform.


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Tuesday
3/22/2011
8:00 AM
 110322C

Joy Cardin
It's another edition of On Your Money, after eight. Financial planner Kevin McKinley is back from vacation, and he'll be here to answer your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner, Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com


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Monday
3/21/2011
6:00 AM
 110321A

Joy Cardin
Garrison Keillor announced his retirement last week, and many public employees are wrapping-it-up sooner than expected. So what will they do with their time? After six, Joy Cardin and her guest look at ways to have a fulfilling life after leaving the job behind.
Guest: Patrice Jenkins, Retirement and Career Consultant, and author of "What Will I Do All Day? Wisdom to Get You Over Retirement and On With Living".
Her website: http://wpr.org/r/?486


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Monday
3/21/2011
7:00 AM
 110321B

Joy Cardin
It’s another edition of the State Capitol Report, after seven. Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the recent court ruling on Gov. Walker’s collective bargaining law, a proposal to end the Senate’s quorum requirement, and more of the latest happenings in state government.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.


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Monday
3/21/2011
7:30 AM
 110321X

Joy Cardin
Under a proposed bill, if law enforcement has “reasonable suspicion” that someone who’s arrested or charged with a crime is an illegal immigrant, they must check on that person’s status. After seven-thirty, Joy Cardin chats with the author of the bill about why he says it’s necessary, and how it would work.
Guest: Don Pridemore, Republican State Representative, Hartford.


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Monday
3/21/2011
8:00 AM
 110321C

Joy Cardin
The United States and its allies have fired several rounds of missiles at targets inside Libya as part of efforts to create a no-fly zone over the country. After eight, Joy Cardin's guest discusses why he says President Obama's decision to attack is naïve, hypocritical and incoherent.
Guest: Matt Rothschild, editor, "The Progressive." Recent piece on Libya: http://wpr.org/r/?488


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Friday
3/18/2011
6:00 AM
 110318A

Gene Purcell in for Joy Cardin
Wisconsin’s proud tradition continues tonight with the Friday fish fry. After six, Gene Purcell and his guest will discuss what makes it so special, and they'll take your recommendations for best fish fry venue in the state.
Guest: Michael Bie (BEE), a writer about Wisconsin and author of several books about travel, history and culture of the state. www.ClassicWisconsin.com.


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Friday
3/18/2011
7:00 AM
 110318B

Gene Purcell in for Joy Cardin
After seven, Gene Purcell talks with Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker about the state’s budget situation. Then, at about seven-twenty, his guest will discuss the science behind the earthquake in Japan and whether the Midwest is due for a serious quake.
Guests:

- 7:07 - Scott Walker, Governor, Wisconsin.

- 7:20 - Keith Sverdrup (SVAIR-drup), Professor of Geophysics, UW-Milwaukee.


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Friday
3/18/2011
7:30 AM
 110318X

Gene Purcell in for Joy Cardin
Many people in Wisconsin and around the world used social networking to follow protests and politics in Madison. After 7:30, join Gene Purcell and his guest for a look at how Twitter, Facebook, and other online resources are changing the way we watch the news.
Guest: Dietram Scheufele (DEE-trum SHOY-full-luh) Professor of Life Sciences-Communication at UW-Madison.


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Friday
3/18/2011
8:00 AM
 110318C

Gene Purcell in for Joy Cardin
After eight, it's the Week in Review with Gene Purcell and his guests. They'll tackle the latest developments in Wisconsin's budget and politics, along with top national news stories.
Guests:

- Peg Lautenschlager, Attorney at the law firm Bauer and Bach, and Former Democratic Attorney General of Wisconsin

- Jo Egelhoff, Editor of FoxPolitics.net


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Thursday
3/17/2011
6:00 AM
 110317A

Gene Purcell in for Joy Cardin
After weeks of heated debate, state senators from both parties are making small steps toward building a working relationship. After six, Gene Purcell and his guest look at the prospects for cooperation…and how this legislature compares to those of the past.
Guest: Bill Kraus, veteran Republican political strategist and board member, Common Cause in Wisconsin.


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Thursday
3/17/2011
7:00 AM
 110317B

Gene Purcell in for Joy Cardin
A movement to boycott businesses that supported Scott Walker’s gubernatorial campaign is gaining attention. After seven, Gene Purcell’s guest will discuss whether boycotts are effective and how businesses can respond.
Guest: Tom O'Guinn, Professor of Marketing. Research Fellow, Brand and Product Management Center, UW School of Business.


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Thursday
3/17/2011
7:30 AM
 110317X

Gene Purcell in for Joy Cardin
After 7:30, Gene Purcell talks to a Wisconsin expert on disaster recovery about the latest from Japan and whether we’re prepared for disasters here in the United States. http://www.ready.gov
Guest: Ogden Rogers, Professor and Chair of the Social Work Program at UW-River Falls. He is Senior consultant for the U.S. Public Health Services Disaster Technical Assistance Center, and a Consultant for the International Services Division for the American Red Cross.


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Thursday
3/17/2011
8:00 AM
 110317C

Gene Purcell in for Joy Cardin
After eight, Gene Purcell talks to a Wisconsin professor who’s working on a new book on the history of public employee unions.
Guest: Will Jones, Associate Professor of History at UW-Madison. Author, “The Tribe of Black Ulysses: African American Lumber Workers in the Jim Crow South.” He is working on a book on public employees unions titled “The New Color of Class: Public Employees and the Future of Organized Labor”


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