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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Guests:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tuesday
2/19/2013
6:00 AM
130219A

Fast Minds: How to Thrive If You Have ADHD
Many of us consider ourselves easily distracted, but how do we know if it might be the result of ADHD? Joy Cardin's guest this hour lays out the symptoms of ADHD and offers advice on how to stay focused despite distraction.
Guest: Dr. Craig Surman: Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and the Scientific Coordinator of the Adult ADHD Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital. He's co-author, with Dr. Tim Bilkey, of, "Fast Minds: How to Thrive If You Have ADHD (Or Think You Might)."
Fast Minds: How to Thrive If You Have ADHD (Or Thi...

Tuesday
2/19/2013
7:00 AM
130219B

State Education Budget Preview
Nine Wisconsin school districts will be added to the state's voucher school program under a newly-released budget proposal by Governor Scott Walker. Joy Cardin's guest education expert looks at the details of the plan, the increased funding schools are slated to receive, and other aspects of Walker's education budget.
Guest: Steve Correia (kor-EE-yuh), Associate Professor of Teacher Education at St. Norbert College.

Tuesday
2/19/2013
8:00 AM
130219C

On Your Money: February 19
It's a special membership drive edition of On Your Money! Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley to answer some frequently asked questions about income taxes, and to discuss where to get help filing your return.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
2/19/2013
9:00 PM
130219C

Monday
2/18/2013
6:00 AM
130218A

Make Your Brain Smarter
We can be smarter, more focused, and more creative, if we just take care of our brains. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who says there's a lot we can do to improve our brainpower.
Guest: Sandra Bond Chapman, cognitive neuroscientist and founder and chief director of the Center for BrainHealth at The University of Texas at Dallas. Her new book is "Make Your Brain Smarter: Increase Your Brain's Creativity, Energy and Focus"
Make Your Brain Smarter: Increase Your Brain's Cre...

Monday
2/18/2013
7:00 AM
130218B

State Capitol Report: February 18
Governor Scott Walker says no to federal money for Medicaid, a measure to protect the state's transportation fund advances, and security concerns on the state Supreme Court. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with WPR's state government reporter about these stories, and previews this week's primary elections and Walker's budget address.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government reporter.

Monday
2/18/2013
8:00 AM
130218C

The New American Diet
Food is medicine, according to Joy Cardin's guest. He'll discuss the New American Diet and how eating healthier can help us live longer.

Guest: Dr. John Whyte, author of "AARP New American Diet: Lose Weight, Live Longer." He's the chief medical expert at the Discovery Channel, where he is also their vice president for health and medical education.
AARP New American Diet: Lose Weight, Live Longer

Monday
2/18/2013
9:00 PM
130218C

The New American Diet
Food is medicine, according to Joy Cardin's guest. He'll discuss the New American Diet and how eating healthier can help us live longer.

Guest: Dr. John Whyte, author of "AARP New American Diet: Lose Weight, Live Longer" He's the chief medical expert at the Discovery Channel, where he is also their vice president for health and medical education.

Friday
2/15/2013
6:00 AM
130215A

Wisconsin's Friday Night Fish Fry
It's the first Friday of Lent, which means fried fish is going to be on many peoples' plates for dinner. Joy Cardin's guest folklorist discusses some of the ethnic and regional variations of this Wisconsin tradition, and invites you to weigh in with your favorite place in the state for a Friday night fish fry.
Guest: Janet Gilmore, Associate Professor of Folklore and Landscape Architecture at UW-Madison; she's affiliated with the Center for the Study of Upper Midwestern Cultures.

Friday
2/15/2013
7:00 AM
130215B

Cheapskate's guide to retirement
Retirement planning isn't just about saving money-we also need to change our lifestyles and spending habits. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who says a cheapskate retirement will make us happier in the long run.
Guest: Jeff Yeager, the Ultimate Cheapskate. His new book is "How to Retire the Cheapskate Way: The Ultimate Cheapskate's Guide to a Better, Earlier, Happier Retirement" http://www.ultimatecheapskate.com/blog/index.cgi
How to Retire the Cheapskate Way: The Ultimate Che...

Friday
2/15/2013
8:00 AM
130215C

Week in Review: February 15
President Barack Obama says it's time to move on immigration reform, climate change and other issues; the Pope says it's time to step down; and Gov. Scott Walker says no to federal money for Medicaid . Joy Cardin's guests weigh in on these issues and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.
Guests:
- Christine Bremer (BREE-mur)-Muggli (MOO-glee), attorney with Bremer & Trollop Law Offices in Wausau and one of Wisconsin's Presidential Electors.
- Kevin Hermening, political activist and former chair of the Marathon County Republican Party.

Friday
2/15/2013
9:00 PM
130215C

Week in Review: February 15
President Barack Obama says it's time to move on immigration reform, climate change and other issues, the Pope says it's time to step down, and Gov. Scott Walker says no to federal money for Medicaid . Joy Cardin's guests weigh in on these issues and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.
Guests:
- Christine Bremer (BREE-mur)-Muggli (MOO-glee), attorney with Bremer & Trollop Law Offices in Wausau and one of Wisconsin's Presidential Electors.
- Kevin Hermening, political activist and former chair of the Marathon County Republican Party.

Thursday
2/14/2013
6:00 AM
130214A

Evolution of Etiquette
Is it rude to send a thank you note via email instead of a handwritten note? Is texting during dinner acceptable? Joy Cardin speaks to an expert on good manners about how technology has changed etiquette and what is now considered rude.
Guest: Peggy Post, author for the Emily Post Institute. "Emily Post's Etiquette, 18th Edition: Manners for a New World" was recently published and is available on Amazon now.

Thursday
2/14/2013
7:00 AM
130214B

Two Takes on Medicaid Coverage for Wisconsin
Governor Scott Walker has announced he will not accept federal funding to expand Medicaid coverage. However, he says as part of his next budget, he will expand coverage to nearly 225,000 Wisconsinites. Joy Cardin's first guest discusses why he says Walker is doing the right thing; her second guest says the state is missing out on big economic opportunities.
Guests:
- Michael Tanner, Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute. Recent piece: http://wpr.org/r/?1026
- Robert Kraig, Executive Director, Citizen Action of Wisconsin. Report: http://wpr.org/r/?1027

Thursday
2/14/2013
8:00 AM
130214C

Mating Intelligence Unleashed
You may think that sex and love involve the unconscious, subliminal mind, but Joy Cardin's guests say mating actually involves a lot of conscious thought. They'll discuss the intersection between love and intelligence and how human mating evolved.
Guests:
Scott Barry Kaufman and Glenn Geher (GARE rhymes with hair), co-authors of "Mating Intelligence Unleashed: The Role of the Mind in Sex, Dating, and Love." Scott Barry Kaufman is adjunct assistant professor of psychology at New York University and co-founder of The Creativity Post. Glenn Geher (rhymes with hair) is Chair of the Psychology Department and Director of Evolutionary Studies at State University New York-New Paltz
What's your Mating IQ? Take the quiz: http://wpr.org/r/?1029
Mating Intelligence Unleashed: The Role of the Min...

Thursday
2/14/2013
9:00 PM
130214C

Wednesday
2/13/2013
6:00 AM
130213A

State of the Union Wrap
The economy, immigration and gun control are expected to be central themes in President Barack Obama's State of the Union address. Joy Cardin's guest is a political scientist who'll discuss what the president had to say and the Republican response from Senator Marco Rubio. PLUS welcomes your reactions.

Guests:

- Holly Brasher, Associate Professor in the Department of Government at the University of Alabama-Birmingham.

- Gwen Moore, Democratic U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's Fourth Congressional District.

Wednesday
2/13/2013
7:00 AM
130213B

Big Question: What is the State of the Union?
Our coverage of the President Obama's State of the Union address continues with host Joy Cardin. Her guests of opposing political perspectives discuss this week's Big Question: What is the state of the union and are we heading in the right direction? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy

Guests:

- Lenny McAllister, author and conservative commentator. His books include "Diary of a Mad Black PYC: Proud Young Conservative" and "Spoken Thoughts from an Amalgamated Advocate in Today's America." http://lennymcallister.com/

- Basil (BAZ-zull) Smikle (SMIGH-kull), Jr., political consultant and political analyst, and President and Founder of Basil Smikle Associates. He's also an adjunct professor at Columbia University's School of International Public Affairs. http://wpr.org/r/?1020
Spoken Thoughts of an Amalgamated Advocate in Toda...

Wednesday
2/13/2013
8:00 AM
130213C

State of the Union Round-Up
Joy Cardin and her guests discuss the State of the Union.

Guests:

- Brian Jacobsen, Associate Professor of Business Administration at Wisconsin Lutheran College, and Chief Portfolio Strategist at Wells Fargo Advantage Funds.

- Christine Neumann-Ortiz, Executive Director of Voces de la Frontera.

- Bob Dane, Communications Director of the Federation for American Immigration Reform.

- Mark Pocan, Democratic U.S. Representative from Wisconsin's Second Congressional District.

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

- Jeremi Suri, Mack Brown Distinguished Chair for Leadership in Global Affairs, History, and Public Affairs at the University of Texas-Austin, the LBJ School of Public Affairs, and the Strauss Center for International Security and Law.

- Ron Johnson, Republican U.S.
The Politics of Gun Control

Wednesday
2/13/2013
9:00 PM
130213C

State of the Union Round-Up
Joy Cardin and her guests discuss the State of the Union.

Guests: - Brian Jacobsen, Associate Professor of Business Administration at Wisconsin Lutheran College, and Chief Portfolio Strategist at Wells Fargo Advantage Funds.

- Christine Neumann-Ortiz, Executive Director of Voces de la Frontera.

- Bob Dane, Communications Director of the Federation for American Immigration Reform.

- Mark Pocan, Democratic U.S. Representative from Wisconsin's Second Congressional District.

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

- Jeremi Suri, Mack Brown Distinguished Chair for Leadership in Global Affairs, History, and Public Affairs at the University of Texas-Austin, the LBJ School of Public Affairs, and the Strauss Center for International Security and Law.

- Ron Johnson, Republican U.S. Senat

Tuesday
2/12/2013
6:00 AM
130212A

State of the Union address preview
The economy, gun control, and immigration are expected to be some of the themes that President Obama explores as he delivers his State of the Union address tonight. Joy Cardin and her guest will preview the State of the Union address and they'll ask, "what do you think is the state of the union?"
Guest: Charles Franklin, professor of political science at UW-Madison, and Director of the Marquette University Law School Poll; Co-Founder of www.pollster.com and Founder of www.pollsandvotes.com.

Tuesday
2/12/2013
7:00 AM
130212B

What now for the Catholic Church?
Pope Benedict XVI is known for being a strong defender of Catholic traditions... and a lightning rod for controversy. Joy Cardin talks with a Madison-area priest about Benedict's sudden resignation and what the future holds for the Catholic Church.
Guest: Reverend Monsignor James Bartylla (bar-TIL-luh), Vicar (VIK-ur) General of the Catholic Diocese of Madison.

Tuesday
2/12/2013
8:00 AM
130212C

On Your Money: February 12
It's another edition of On Your Money! Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley who discusses what the recent stock market surge means for investors, how to reduce your 2012 tax bill, and some gadgets to help your fingers get the most of your smartphone or tablet. Plus, he answers your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
2/12/2013
9:00 PM
130212C

Monday
2/11/2013
6:00 AM
130211A

Why Americans Are Stressed Out
A new survey shows that Americans are feeling less stressed today than two years ago, but are still above healthy levels, especially for young adults. Joy Cardin's guest psychologist discusses the report's findings about why people are anxious and what we can do to relax. Survey: http://wpr.org/r/?1017
Then, it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Joy's guest doctor says the state's mental health care system is facing serious challenges, and applauds Gov. Scott Walker for the increased funding in the upcoming budget.
Guests:

- Frank Farley, Psychologist at Temple University and Former President of the American Psychological Association.

- Dr. Ron Pupp, Director of Counseling for Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Community Services.

Monday
2/11/2013
7:00 AM
130211B

State Capitol Report: Feb. 11, 2013
Joy Cardin and WPR's state government reporter examine the top state headlines on the State Capitol Reporter. From this weekend's listening session on mining to a look at state sales and income tax, there's a lot to discuss this half-hour.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, WPR State Government Reporter

Monday
2/11/2013
7:30 AM
130211X

State Capitol Report: Mining Listening Sessions
Area lawmakers held a listening session on the Mining Law Bill Saturday. This half-hour on the State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with one of those lawmakers about her takeaways from the session, as well as her outlook as the mining bills advance to the Joint Finance Committee.
Guest: Janet Bewley, Democratic state representative from Wisconsin's 74th Assembly District (Ashland)

Monday
2/11/2013
8:00 AM
130211C

What's a Dog For?
Dog ownership is on the rise in the United States, and pet dogs are increasingly becoming members of our families instead of mere pets. Joy Cardin's guest explores the relationship between humans and canines and discusses the history, science, and philosophy of dogs.

Guest: John Homans, author of "What's a Dog For? The Surprising History, Science, Philosophy, and Politics of Man's Best Friend." He's the executive editor of New York Magazine and previously worked at Esquire, Details, Harper's, and the New York Observer.
What's a Dog For? The Surprising History, Science,...

Monday
2/11/2013
9:00 PM
130211C

Friday
2/8/2013
6:00 AM
130208A

The Amish in Wisconsin
Did you know that Wisconsin has the fourth largest population of Amish people? There are a lot of other things you probably don't know about the Amish in Wisconsin, according to Rob Ferrett's guest. He'll discuss common myths and why the Amish are so misunderstood.

Guest: Richard Lee Dawley, author of eight non-fiction books on the Amish. He lectures about Amish life all over the state and gives all-day tours to five Wisconsin Amish settlements with several Wisconsin coach companies.
The Plain People

Friday
2/8/2013
7:00 AM
130208B

Concerns About White House's Drone Policy
According to a Justice Department memo, Americans working with terrorists abroad can be targeted by drones even if there is no evidence of a pending attack. Rob Ferrett's guest security expert says he has serious concerns about the policy and what he calls inconsistencies by the president.
Guest: Ed Turzanski, professor at La Salle University, Sir John Templeton Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute, and Co-Chair of the Institute's Center for the Study of Terrorism. He served in the intelligence community during the Reagan administration in the Middle East, Central Asia and Eastern Europe.

Friday
2/8/2013
8:00 AM
130208C

Week in Review: February 8, 2013
A controversial memo on drone attacks against American citizens, an end to Saturday mail delivery, and mining bills pass state legislative committees. Rob Ferrett's guests weigh in on these issues and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- Louis Fortis, Editor-in-Chief of the Shepherd Express. http://expressmilwaukee.com/

- Steve Prestegard, Journalist and Blogger at http://steveprestegard.com/.

Friday
2/8/2013
9:00 PM
130208C

Thursday
2/7/2013
6:00 AM
130207A

No More Saturday Mail Delivery
The U.S. Postal Service says beginning in August, it will end Saturday letter delivery in an effort to save $2 billion a year. Rob Ferrett talks with a retired postal worker about why he says the USPS is an essential part of our national infrastructure and needs to be saved. His second guest says the USPS should take a page from the Canadian postal service's playbook and move towards privatization.
Guests:

- Mark Jamison, a 30-year employee of the postal service who retired in July; he spent the last 14 years as postmaster in Webster, North Carolina. Blogs: http://www.savethepostoffice.com/jamison

- Ian Lee, assistant professor in the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University in Ottawa. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?1016

Thursday
2/7/2013
7:00 AM
130207B

Supreme Court Candidate Forums: Vince Megna
Rob Ferrett wraps up the Supreme Court Primary Candidate Forums this half-hour with a conversation with Vince Megna. They'll take your questions for him about his candidacy for Supreme Court Justice.
Guest: Vince Megna, Milwaukee-based attorney; candidate for state Supreme Court Justice

Thursday
2/7/2013
7:30 AM
130207X

Supreme Court Candidate Forums wrap-up
Rob Ferrett and his guest examine the state Supreme Court race and take a closer look at the top issues facing the candidates in this primary election.
Guest: Tim Dale, Assistant Professor of Political Science at UW-La Crosse

Thursday
2/7/2013
8:00 AM
130207C

The Dark Side of the Personal Finance Industry
From money-saving tips that have no major impact to touting magical abilities, Rob Ferrett's guest says the personal finance industry is doing us no favors in getting ahead in this stagnant economy. She'll expose what she calls "the dark side of the personal finance industry" this hour.
Guest: Helaine Olen, freelance journalist; author of, "Pound Foolish: Exposing the Dark Side of the Personal Finance Industry"
Pound Foolish: Exposing the Dark Side of the Perso...

Thursday
2/7/2013
9:00 PM
130207C

Wednesday
2/6/2013
6:00 AM
130206A

Greatest Villains of All Time
Scientists confirmed this week that a skeleton found in a British parking lot belongs to Richard the Third, a monarch who was vilified and portrayed as the ultimate villain in literature. Rob Ferrett speaks to an expert about what makes a good villain, and about some of the greatest fictional villains of all time.

Guest: Brad Ricca (RICK-ah), Sages Fellow at Case Western Reserve University. He teaches classes on comics and has a book coming out in June about Superman called "Superboys."

Wednesday
2/6/2013
7:00 AM
130206B

Big Question: Let Kids Play Dangerous Sports?
President Obama said ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl that he would "have to think long and hard" before letting his son play football due to the violent nature of the game. In response, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said he'd have no reservations about letting a son take part. Rob Ferrett's guest discusses this week's Big Question: Would you let your kids play football or other dangerous sports? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guest: Mark Hyman, journalist and author of three books, including "Concussions and Our Kids: America's Leading Expert on How to Protect Young Athletes and Keep Sports Safe," which he co-authored with Dr. Robert Cantu (CAN-too). He also teaches in the Sports Management Program at George Washington University. www.concussionsandourkids.com
Concussions and Our Kids: America's Leading Expert...

Wednesday
2/6/2013
8:00 AM
130206C

The Beauty Experiment
Inspired by the desire to teach her young daughter to appreciate her inner beauty, Rob Ferrett's guest this hour decided to teach by example. We'll hear about her year-long experiment living without fashion, makeup, and expensive haircuts.
Guest: Phoebe Baker Hyde has an MFA in writing from the University of California, Irvine; author of The Beauty Experiment: How I Skipped Lipstick, Ditched Fashion, Faced the World Without Concealer, and Learned to Love the Real Me
The Beauty Experiment: How I Skipped Lipstick, Dit...

Wednesday
2/6/2013
9:00 PM
130206C

Tuesday
2/5/2013
6:00 AM
130205A

Student Loan Debt Drags Wisconsin Economy
Student loan debt now tops credit card debt nationally, and Rob Ferret's guest says this debt is preventing a more robust economic recovery both nationally and in Wisconsin. He'll discuss his group's research on how student loan debt is affecting Wisconsinites and the state's economy.

Guest: Scot Ross, Executive Director of the Institute for One Wisconsin. For more information on the Institute's findings, visit www.onewisconsinnow.org/

Tuesday
2/5/2013
7:00 AM
130205B

Supreme Court Candidate Forums: Ed Fallone
The Supreme Court primary election is right around the corner. This half-hour, Rob Ferrett talks with Ed Fallone in the first of our Supreme Court candidate forums.
Guest: Ed Fallone, Associate professor of law at Marquette University; candidate for state Supreme Court Justice.

Tuesday
2/5/2013
7:30 AM
130205X

Supreme Court Candidate Forums: Pat Roggensack
This half-hour, our Supreme Court candidate forums continue as Justice Pat Roggensack joins Rob Ferrett to take your questions.
Guest: Pat Roggensack, incumbent candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice

Tuesday
2/5/2013
8:00 AM
130205C

On Your Money: Consumer Edition
It's a special consumer edition of On Your Money! Rob Ferrett's guest addresses several items, including the hottest technology trends for your home and smart phone, tips for remodeling your abode, why redeeming flier miles is becoming increasingly difficult, and answers to your consumer-related questions.
Guest: Kelli Grant, Senior Consumer Reporter with MarketWatch and a contributor to the Wall Street Journal.

Tuesday
2/5/2013
9:00 PM
130205C

Monday
2/4/2013
6:00 AM
130204A

Stuttering and Singing
In spite of stuttering badly when answering judges' questions, an American Idol contestant recently stunned audiences with his beautiful singing voice. Rob Ferrett speaks to a guest about why people stutter, how stutterers are able to sing perfectly, and how so many people are able to overcome their stuttering.

Guest:

- Jane Fraser (FRAY-zur), president of The Stuttering Foundation and co-author of "If Your Child Stutters: A Guide for Parents." She's also the vice president of the Association for Research into Stammering in Childhood. You can get more information on stuttering at www.stutteringhelp.org or by calling 800-992-9392.
If Your Child Stutters: A Guide for Parents

Monday
2/4/2013
7:00 AM
130204B

State Capitol Report: Transit Week
Rob Ferrett's guest transportation expert explains why he says public transit is so important to so many people, and invites you to share how it fits into your daily life. www.witransitweek.com
Guest: Craig Thompson, Executive Director of the Transportation Development Authority.

Monday
2/4/2013
7:30 AM
130204X

State Capitol Report: Dems' Jobs Package
State Democrats have unveiled a number of bills - some of which have already been endorsed by Gov. Scott Walker - that they say would quickly create jobs in Wisconsin. In this week's State Capitol Report, Rob Ferrett talks with Assembly Minority Leader Peter Barca about the package and what else may be needed to put people back to work. Story: http://wpr.org/r/?1013
Guest: Peter Barca, Democratic State Representative from Kenosha and Assembly Minority Leader.

Monday
2/4/2013
8:00 AM
130204C

Mondays with Mike (February 2013)
WPR's Director joins Rob Ferrett this hour to answer your questions about WPR's programming and operations on this month's edition of "Mondays With Mike."
Guest: Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio

Monday
2/4/2013
9:00 PM
130204C

Friday
2/1/2013
6:00 AM
130201A

Tell Joy Where to Go: February 2013
Saturday is Groundhog Day, so folklore will tell us whether spring will come early or if we'll have another six weeks of winter. Either way, you'll still be able to enjoy plenty of great events in Wisconsin this February. Joy Cardin's guest is a travel expert who has some suggestions - for indoors and outdoors - to help you make the most of the shortest month of the year. Events sampler: http://wpr.org/r/?1012
Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist, Journal & Topics Newspapers; Contributing Travel Editor, The American BoomeR online magazine; monthly contributor, "Tell Joy Where to Go" programs.

Friday
2/1/2013
7:00 AM
130201B

American Politics In the Age of Ignorance
From sex education to tax reform, Joy Cardin's guest this hour says too many of our public policies are built upon myths and misunderstanding. Voters and lawmakers are both to blame. He shares with us some of the most common mistakes in American politics today.
Guest: David Schultz, professor in the School of Business at Hamline University; editor of the Journal of Public Affairs Education; author of, "American Politics In the Age of Ignorance: Why Lawmakers Choose Belief over Research"
American Politics In the Age of Ignorance: Why Law...

Friday
2/1/2013
8:00 AM
130201C

Week in Review: February 1, 2013
President Obama and members of Congress make their pitches for immigration reform, the Milwaukee County Sheriff calls for residents to defend themselves instead of relying on 911, and state Democrats unveil new jobs legislation. Joy Cardin's guests weigh in on these issues and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- Ruth Conniff, Political Editor of The Progressive magazine.

- Kevin Binversie, political commentator for the Wisconsin Reporter.

Friday
2/1/2013
9:00 PM
130201C

Thursday
1/31/2013
6:00 AM
130131A

Coexisting with Coyotes
Coyotes are very active this time of year, and you might even see one in your backyard! This hour, Joy Cardin talks with a wildlife biologist about how to deal with the challenges of coexisting with coyotes.

Guest: John Olson, furbearer biologist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Thursday
1/31/2013
7:00 AM
130131B

Round-Up on Sheriff Clarke's Ad
Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke recently released a radio ad calling for people to consider taking a firearms safety course so they can defend themselves instead of waiting for authorities to arrive. Joy Cardin gets four takes on Clarke's call to action and invites you to weigh in with your thoughts.
Guests:

- Stan Stojkovic (STOY-kuh-vitch), dean of the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare, and professor in the department of criminal justice at UW-Milwaukee.

- James Causey, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel columnist and blogger.

- Jeri Bonavia (bohn-uh-VEE-yuh), executive director of Wisconsin Anti-Violence Effort.

- James Fendry, director of the Wisconsin Pro Gun Movement.

Thursday
1/31/2013
8:00 AM
130131C

Moving Beyond Loss
Grief is an emotion that everyone experiences differently, but what's the best way to move on? Joy Cardin speaks to a grief expert about myths commonly associated with loss and how you can help yourself to recover.

Guest: Russell Friedman, co-author of "Moving Beyond Loss: Real Answers to Real Questions from Real People." He's also co-author of "The Grief Recovery Handbook" and "When Children Grieve." He runs the Grief Recovery Institute with John W. James. Their website is www.griefrecoverymethod.com.
Moving Beyond Loss: Real Answers to Real Questions...

Thursday
1/31/2013
9:00 PM
130131C

Wednesday
1/30/2013
6:00 AM
130130A

Gluten-Free Diets
More and more people are adopting gluten-free diets, whether it's for a food allergy or general health reasons. Joy Cardin speaks to an advocate for celiac disease awareness about what the disease is, how to adopt a gluten-free diet, and what some of the potential health benefits are.

Guest: Alice Bast, Founder and President of the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness, a national non-profit organization dedicated to increasing diagnoses of celiac disease and other gluten-related disorders and improving quality of life for those on a lifelong gluten-free diet.

Wednesday
1/30/2013
7:00 AM
130130B

Big Question: Dualing Immigration Plans
President Obama has released his plans calling for a pathway to citizenship for those already in the country illegally. A day earlier, a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators unveiled their proposal to tackle comprehensive immigration reform. Joy Cardin's guests discuss this week's Big Question: which approach is better to handle the nation's 11 million undocumented immigrants? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:
- Raul Reyes, an attorney and columnist in New York City. www.raulareyes.com
- William Gheen, president and spokesperson for Americans for Legal Immigration PAC www.alipac.us.

Wednesday
1/30/2013
8:00 AM
130130C

On Looking: Eleven Walks with Expert Eyes
Every day we drive to work, school, or the grocery store and we recognize familiar landmarks along the way. But according to Joy Cardin's guest this hour, we're missing a whole lot more because we're not really paying attention to the world around us.
Guest: Alexandra Horowitz, teaches psychology, animal behavior, and canine cognition at Barnard College at Columbia University; author of "On Looking: Eleven Walks with Expert Eyes"
On Looking: Eleven Walks with Expert Eyes

Wednesday
1/30/2013
9:00 PM
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Tuesday
1/29/2013
6:00 AM
130129A

MN More Healthy Than WI?
A new report from the UW Population Health Institute shows that Minnesota scored higher than Wisconsin on several health factors, even though Minnesota and Wisconsin are similar in culture, demographics, and size. Joy Cardin speaks to the director of this institute about what Wisconsin can do to improve the health of its communities.

Guest: Karen Timberlake, Director of the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute

Tuesday
1/29/2013
7:00 AM
130129B

Awarding Electoral Votes by Congressional Distri...
If every state allocated its presidential electoral votes by Congressional district, as some Republicans wish, Mitt Romney would have defeated Barack Obama in November's election. Joy Cardin's guest discusses his concerns about the Republican's electoral reform plans and why he says that this amounts to nothing more than cheating.
Guest: Ian Millhiser (MIL-hi-zur), Senior Constitutional Policy Analyst for the Center for American Progress Action Fund and the Editor of ThinkProgress Justice. Analysis: http://wpr.org/r/?1008

Tuesday
1/29/2013
8:00 AM
130129C

On Your Money: January 29
It's another edition of On Your Money! Joy Cardin welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley who has some advice on spending less as you lose more weight, finding a financial planner, and what you need to know about recent changes to Social Security.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
1/29/2013
9:00 PM
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Monday
1/28/2013
6:00 AM
130128A

The Appeal of "Downton Abbey"
7.9 million viewers watched the Season Three premiere of "Downton Abbey" on PBS earlier this month, nearly quadrupling the network's typical nightly audience. Joy Cardin's pop culture expert discusses why people are so drawn to the World War I-era British costume drama, and invite you to weigh in with your reasons for tuning in. "Downton Abbey" Web site: http://wpr.org/r/?1006

Then, it's our Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. A new report shows that food fraud is up by sixty percent this year. Joy Cardin speaks to a consumer advocate about some of these faux food products and how you can avoid buying them.

Guest:
- Robert Thompson, Professor of Television and Pop Culture, and Director of the Bleier (BLY-er) Center for Television and Popular Culture at Syracuse University. http://tvcenter.syr.edu/

Wake-Up Call Guest:
- Sally Greenberg, Executive Director for the National Consumers League

Monday
1/28/2013
7:00 AM
130128B

State Capitol Report: January 28
People on both sides of the mining issue voice their concerns to state lawmakers, Governor Scott Walker reveals more details on his proposed income tax cut, and a task force recommends how to pay for future road projects in Wisconsin. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with WPR's state government reporter about these and other significant developments from Madison.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
1/28/2013
7:30 AM
130128X

State Capitol Report: Future of Voucher Schools
The State Capitol Report continues when Joy Cardin's education expert and columnist discusses the push to expand voucher schools in Wisconsin, the hurdles that stand in the way, and an upcoming event marking National School Choice Week.
Guest: Alan Borsuk, Senior Fellow in Law and Public Policy at Marquette University Law School; Education Beat Columnist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Monday
1/28/2013
8:00 AM
130128C

Women In the Military
Women currently make up more than 14 percent of the total active-duty forces in today's military. And last week, the Pentagon announced it would lift its ban on women in combat. This hour, Joy Cardin's guest sheds light on the real issues facing women in the military.
Guest: Tanya Biank, former newspaper reporter covering the military; author of, "Undaunted: The Real Story of America's Servicewomen in Today's Military"
Undaunted: The Real Story of America's Servicewome...

Monday
1/28/2013
9:00 PM
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Friday
1/25/2013
6:00 AM
130125A

Why We Love Milwaukee
A news editor at Fox News recently visited Milwaukee and filed a report on her newfound love with Wisconsin's largest city and "its emerging food and arts scene." Joy Cardin talks with the public relations director for VISIT Milwaukee about all there is to see and do in "Cream City." Report: http://wpr.org/r/?1005
Guest: Jeannine Sherman, Public Relations Director at VISIT Milwaukee. www.visitmilwaukee.org

Friday
1/25/2013
7:00 AM
130125B

The Underlying Logic of the Office
Why do offices and other organizations exist in the first place? That's one question Joy Cardin and her guests will tackle this hour as they discuss the underlying logic of the office and why dysfunction may be key to an organization's success.
Guests:
- Ray Fisman, the Lambert Family Professor of Social Enterprise and co-director of the Social Enterprise Program and Columbia Business School.
- Tim Sullivan, the editorial director of Harvard Business Review Press.
They are the co-authors of, "The Org: The Underlying Logic of the Office"

Friday
1/25/2013
8:00 AM
130125C

Week in Review: January 25, 2013
The Pentagon lifts the ban on women serving in combat, President Obama begins his second term, and the public weighs in on the state Republican mining bill. Joy Cardin's guests discuss these issues and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- Ed Garvey, Senior Partner at the law firm of Garvey, McNeil and Associates; publisher, www.FightingBob.com.

- David Blaska, former Dane County Supervisor; blog: http://wpr.org/r/?909.

Friday
1/25/2013
9:00 PM
130125C

Thursday
1/24/2013
6:00 AM
130124A

State of Hate in America
How can we keep hatred from growing in our communities? What can we do to promote tolerance and acceptance in our neighbors? Joy Cardin and her guest confront these questions and discuss the state of hate and extremism in the United States.

Guest: Lecia (LEE-sha) Brooks, director of outreach for the Southern Poverty Law Center. She's speaking in Rhinelander this weekend.

Thursday
1/24/2013
7:00 AM
130124B

Filibuster reform
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin says she supports reforming the filibuster, saying its recent abuse has led to political obstructionism in the upper house. Joy Cardin's guest political scientist discusses how the filibuster is designed to work and how he believes the rules should be reformed to make it an effective tool again.
Guest: Richard Arenberg, adjunct lecturer in public policy at Brown University; he also teaches at Northeastern and Suffolk Universities. He's the author of "Defending the Filibuster: The Soul of the Senate" and served in the staffs of former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell, Paul Tsongas and Carl Levin. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?1000
Defending the Filibuster: The Soul of the Senate

Thursday
1/24/2013
7:30 AM
130124X

Clinton Testifies About Benghazi Attack
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton admits responsibility for the security failures that led to the deaths of four Americans in Benghazi last summer. Joy Cardin talks with a political scientist about the long-awaited testimony from Clinton before House and Senate panels and the potential political fallout.
Guest: Tim Hagle, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Iowa; he's a faculty adviser to the University of Iowa College Republicans and the Iowa Federation of College Republicans.

Thursday
1/24/2013
8:00 AM
130124C

How Campuses Shape Young Conservatives
Are college campuses a hostile environment or an important breeding ground for young conservatives? This hour, Joy Cardin's guest talks about her research which finds that while some college experiences are universal for conservatives, there are also stark differences across the country.
Guest: Amy Binder, associate professor of sociology at the University of California- San Diego. She's the co-author of, "Becoming Right: How Campuses Shape Young Conservatives."
Becoming Right: How Campuses Shape Young Conservat...

Thursday
1/24/2013
9:00 PM
130124C

How Campuses Shape Young Conservatives
Are college campuses a hostile environment or an important breeding ground for young conservatives? This hour, Joy Cardin's guest talks about her research finding that while some college experiences are universal for conservatives, there are also stark differences across the country.
Guest: Amy Binder, associate professor of sociology at the University of California- San Diego. She's the co-author of, "Becoming Right: How Campuses Shape Young Conservatives."

Wednesday
1/23/2013
6:00 AM
130123A

Hot Food for Cold Weather
With bitterly cold weather sweeping Wisconsin, many people are spending more time indoors trying to keep warm. Joy Cardin speaks to a guest about how we can warm ourselves from the inside out with soups, chilis, and stews!

Guest: Amy Hanten, author of "The Cooking Mom" cookbook, blogger, and host of the lifestyle/cooking show "Living with Amy" on Fox 11 in Green Bay. Her new cookbook is "The Cooking Mom Cooks Up Memories".

Wednesday
1/23/2013
7:00 AM
130123B

Big Question: Ease Wisconsin's Mining Laws?
The lone hearing on the State Assembly's mining bill is scheduled for Wednesday morning in Madison. The Republican-backed legislation would streamline the permitting process, though opponents say it would weaken environmental standards. Joy Cardin's guests discuss this week's Big Question: Should the state's mining laws be reformed to make iron mining more efficient? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Scott Manley, Vice President of Government Relations for Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce.

- Spencer Black, former Democratic State Representative; member of the Sierra Club's national board and an adjunct professor of urban and regional planning at UW-Madison.

Wednesday
1/23/2013
8:00 AM
130123C

The Myth of the Perfect Girl
According to Joy Cardin's guest, young girls are trying too hard to live up to others' expectations of them. This hour, learn why this is a problem and how we will all benefit by letting go of the "myth of the perfect girl".
Guest: Ana Homayoun, founder and director of Green Ivy Educational Consulting and author of, "The Myth of the Perfect Girl: Helping Our Daughters Find Authentic Success and Happiness in School and Life"

Wednesday
1/23/2013
9:00 PM
130123C

The Myth of the Perfect Girl
According to Joy Cardin's guest, young girls are trying too hard to live up to others' expectations of them. This hour, learn why this is a problem and how we will all benefit by letting go of the "myth of the perfect girl."
Guest: Ana Homayoun, founder and director of Green Ivy Educational Consulting and author of, "The Myth of the Perfect Girl: Helping Our Daughters Find Authentic Success and Happiness in School and Life"

Tuesday
1/22/2013
6:00 AM
130122A

Single in the United States
Over the course of a lifetime, a single woman can pay as much as a million dollars more for living expenses than her married counterpart. That's according to Joy Cardin's guests, who discuss how they came to this conclusion and the modern single experience.

Guests: Lisa Arnold and Christina Campbell, co-founders of Onely.org (WUN-lee), a website about the modern single experience

Tuesday
1/22/2013
7:00 AM
130122B

Sandy Hook shootings and conspiracy theories
In the weeks since the shootings at a Connecticut elementary school, a wave of conspiracy theories has been making the rounds-including denials that the shootings ever happened. Joy Cardin's guest talks about why conspiracy theories take hold.
Guest: Benjamin Radford, deputy editor of Skeptical Inquirer science magazine, Research Fellow with the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry; books include "The Martians Have Landed! A History of Media-Driven Panics and Hoaxes" and "Hoaxes, Myths, and Manias: Why We Need Critical Thinking"
The Martians Have Landed! A History of Media-Drive...

Tuesday
1/22/2013
8:00 AM
130122C

On Your Money -- January 22, 2013
It's another edition of "On Your Money". This week, Kevin takes another look at the tax figures that might impact you in 2013, explains who should be responsible for paying for your child's college tuition, and answers your personal financial questions!
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
1/22/2013
9:00 PM
130122C

Monday
1/21/2013
6:00 AM
130121A

MLK Day of Service
Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, when we honor Dr. King by contributing to our communities. Joy Cardin speaks to the Director of Volunteer Wisconsin about Day of Service events happening around the state and asks what project you're working on for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Guest: Rachel Bruns, Director of Volunteer Wisconsin

Monday
1/21/2013
7:00 AM
130121B

State Capitol Report, January 21st, 2013
The state of the state, new mining laws, and a big bundle of changes in business regulation-those are some of the topics on this edition of the State Capitol Report with Joy Cardin and reporter Shawn Johnson.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, WPR's State Government Reporter

Monday
1/21/2013
7:30 AM
130121X

Mining laws--science and environment
Joy Cardin is joined by science writer Ron Seely to look at proposed changes to mining regulations and the possible environmental impact of an iron mine located in Northern Wisconsin.
Guest: Ron Seely, Science and Environment Reporter at the Wisconsin State Journal and Senior Lecturer in Life Sciences Communication at UW Madison. His latest piece on mining: http://wpr.org/r/?997

Monday
1/21/2013
8:00 AM
130121C

Drinking Water: A History
The journey that our drinking water takes from the ground to our faucets is very complex. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest this hour, who explains what globalization, climate change, and terrorism have to do with our drinking water.
Guest: James Salzman, the Samuel Mordecai professor in the School of Law and the Nicholas Institute professor in the School of the Environment at Duke University; author of, "Drinking Water: A History"
Drinking Water: A History

Monday
1/21/2013
9:00 PM
130121C

Drinking Water: A History
The journey that our drinking water takes from the ground to our faucets is very complex. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest this hour who explains what globalization, climate change, and terrorism have to do with our drinking water.
Guest: James Salzman, the Samuel Mordecai chair in the School of Law and the Nicholas Institute Professor chair in the School of the Environment at Duke University; author of, "Drinking Water: A History"

Friday
1/18/2013
6:00 AM
130118A

Winter Photography!
Winter brings beautiful landscapes in Wisconsin-landscapes worthy of being captured on film! Joy Cardin speaks to a photography expert about the best ways to take photos in the winter and where the best Wisconsin winter wonderlands are!

Guest: Spyros (SPEAR-ohs) Heniadis (hen-ee-AH-dis), blogger, photographer, and photography teacher

Friday
1/18/2013
7:00 AM
130118B

Behind the Scenes of the Hospitality Industry
A well-traveled person might claim to know how to get the most out of their hotel experience. But this hour, Joy Cardin's guest sheds light on the darkest corners of the hospitality industry, including things we may wish we never knew!
Guest: Jacob Tomsky, a veteran of the hospitality business; author of, "Heads In Beds: A Reckless Memoir of Hotels, Hustles, and So-Called Hospitality"
Heads In Beds: A Reckless Memoir of Hotels, Hustle...

Friday
1/18/2013
8:00 AM
130118C

Week in Review for January 19th, 2013
Joy Cardin and her guests look at guns, mining, taxes and more on this edition of the Week in Review.
Guests:

Keene Winters, financial planner in Schofield; member of the Wausau City Council, and member of the steering committee of the Center-Right Coalition of Wausau.

Georgia Duerst (DERST)-Lahti (LAH-tee), professor of political science, Beloit College.

Friday
1/18/2013
9:00 PM
130118C

Thursday
1/17/2013
6:00 AM
130117A

Car-Buying Advice
It's the time of year when a lot of people are buying new cars. Joy Cardin speaks to a certified car expert about how to get the best price, what extra features are worth the cost, and how to find the right car for you.

Guest: Pam Oakes, owner of Pam's Motor City in Florida. She's an Automotive Service Excellence-Certified Technician and the author of the "Car Care for the Clueless" book series.

Thursday
1/17/2013
7:00 AM
130117B

New mining legislation
New mining legislation was unveiled yesterday, and it could pave the way for a new iron mine in Northern Wisconsin. Joy Cardin talks to a sponsor of the legislation, then a tribal leader about his opposition to it.
Guests:

7- Tom Tiffany, Republican State Senator from Hazelhurst

7:30 - Mike Wiggins, Tribal Chairman of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe

Thursday
1/17/2013
8:00 AM
130117C

Quinoa Revolution
If one of your New Year's resolutions is to eat healthier, Joy Cardin's guest has a few tips for you. She'll discuss why quinoa is a superfood and how to incorporate it into your cooking.

Guest: Carolyn Hemming, co-author of "Quinoa Revolution: Over 150 Healthy, Great-Tasting Recipes Under 500 Calories." She's also the co-author of "Quinoa 365: The Everyday Superfood."

Thursday
1/17/2013
9:00 PM
130117C

Wednesday
1/16/2013
6:00 AM
130116A

State of the State Address Wrap
Joy Cardin talks with a political scientist about the objectives laid out in Governor Scott Walker's State of the State address and the reaction from state Democrats.
Guests: Charley Jacobs, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert College.

6:35 - Jeff Stone, Republican Assembly Representative from Greendale

6:40 - JoCasta Zamarripa, Democratic Assembly Representative from Milwaukee

Wednesday
1/16/2013
7:00 AM
130116B

Two Takes on State of the State Address
Our coverage of Gov. Scott Walker's State of the State address continues when host Joy Cardin talks with a couple of former state officials about the future plans for the state.
Guests:

- Dan Kapanke, former Republican State Senator from La Crosse and owner of the La Crosse Loggers baseball team.

- Peg Lautenschlager, former Democratic Attorney General of Wisconsin, former state legislator and former United States attorney. She's an attorney at Bauer and Bach law firm.

This week's online poll is at www.wpr.org/joy

Wednesday
1/16/2013
8:00 AM
130116C

State of the State Reactions
Joy Cardin gets a variety of perspectives on the State of the State-including yours!
Guests:

8:06 - Tim Dale, Assistant Professor of Political Science at UW-La Crosse
8:15 - Julie Lassa, Democratic State Senator from Stevens Point
8:20 - Paul Farrow, Republican State Senator from Pewaukee
8:25 - Brian Jacobsen, Associate Professor of Business Administration at Wisconsin Lutheran College, and Chief Portfolio Strategist at Wells Fargo Advantage Funds.
8:30 - Brian Schimming, Vice-Chair of the Republican Party of Wisconsin
8:35 - Scot Ross, Executive Director of One Wisconsin Now
8:40 - Steve Correia, Associate Professor of teacher education at St. Norbert College

Wednesday
1/16/2013
9:00 PM
130116C

State of the State Reactions
Joy Cardin gets a variety of perspectives on the State of the State-including yours!
Guests:

8:06 - Tim Dale, Assistant Professor of Political Science at UW-La Crosse

8:15 - Brian Jacobsen, Associate Professor of Business Administration at Wisconsin Lutheran College, and Chief Portfolio Strategist at Wells Fargo Advantage Funds.

8:40 - Steve Correia, Associate Professor of teacher education at St. Norbert College

More tbd

Tuesday
1/15/2013
6:00 AM
130115A

Wisconsin's Skills Gap
Business leaders expect Gov. Walker to propose using state funds to train workers for thousands of available jobs. What industries are starving for skilled workers? How are our technical colleges preparing students for the job market? This hour, Joy Cardin and her guests talk about Wisconsin's "skills gap."
Guests:
- Jennifer Bakke (BAH-kee), Director of Business and Industry Services at Madison College
- Turina Bakken (BAH-kin), Associate Vice President for Learner Success at Madison College

Tuesday
1/15/2013
7:00 AM
130115B

Guns: public health and politics
The White House is expected to release a plan on gun control in the coming days. Joy Cardin talks to a public health expert about the impact of gun violence, then an expert on the politics of gun control to see whether any changes could pass Congress.
Guests:

7:05 Dr. Stephen Hargarten, Professor and Chair of Emergency Medicine and Associate Dean of the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he directs the Injury Research Center (he joins us from a Summit on Reducing Gun Violence at Johns Hopkins University)

7:16: Kristin Goss, Associate Professor at Duke University's Sanford School of Public Policy, and author of "Disarmed: The Missing Movement for Gun Control in America"

Tuesday
1/15/2013
7:30 AM
130115X

Saving Our Sons anti-violence campaign
Joy Cardin and her guest look at a new effort to reduce violence and crime among young men of color-by providing mentors and getting the community involved.
Guest: James Causey, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel columnist and blogger

Tuesday
1/15/2013
8:00 AM
130115C

On Your Money--January 15th, 2013
Financial planner Kevin McKinley joins Joy Cardin for this week's edition of On Your Money. As always, Kevin will answer your personal finance questions and he has tips on saving money on exercise plans. PLUS how new tax levels will affect our pocketbooks.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
1/15/2013
9:00 PM
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Monday
1/14/2013
6:00 AM
130114A

Flu Season in Wisconsin
Experts are saying this year's flu season could be the worst in five or six years. Joy Cardin speaks to an influenza tracking expert from the state's public health division about why the flu is so bad this year and what you can do to protect yourself.
Then, in this week's "Wake-Up Call," Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker demands stricter drunk driving laws. He'll describe the consequences he hopes drunk drivers will have to face under a number of bills he plans to co-sponsor during this legislative session.
Guest: Tom Haupt (HOW-pt), influenza surveillance coordinator for Wisconsin Division of Public Health
Wake-Up Call Guest: Rep. Jim Ott, Republican state representative from Wisconsin's 23rd Assembly district (Bayside, Brown Deer, Mequon, Milwaukee, and Thiensville)

Monday
1/14/2013
7:00 AM
130114B

State Capitol Report: January 14
The State Assembly passes new rules for debating and for observing, Gov. Scott Walker prepares to give his annual State of the State address, and mixed feelings on whether state Republicans have a mandate. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with WPR's state government reporter about these and other significant developments from Madison.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
1/14/2013
7:30 AM
130114X

State Capitol Report: Income Tax Cuts
The State Capitol Report continues when Joy Cardin's guest looks at the possible effects of the income tax cut which Gov. Scott Walker is said to be considering in the next state budget.
Guest: Todd Berry, President of the Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance. http://wistax.org/

Monday
1/14/2013
8:00 AM
130114C

Mondays With Mike
This hour, it's our monthly visit from the director of Wisconsin Public Radio. He joins Joy Cardin to take your questions and comments about WPR's programming and operations.
Guest: Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio

Monday
1/14/2013
9:00 PM
130114C

Friday
1/11/2013
6:00 AM
130111A

Live Music Around Wisconsin
Wisconsin is known for the Packers, its cheese, and its beer. But did you know there's a lot of great live music in the Badger state? Rob Ferrett discusses the benefits of live music with a pop culture expert and talks to music writers from around Wisconsin about their community's local music scene.

Guests:

--Jonathan Pollack, history instructor and pop culture expert at Madison Area Technical College

--Thom Fountain, Managing Editor of Volume One Magazine, an arts and culture magazine covering events in the Chippewa Valley area

--Rokker, Publisher of Maximum Ink music magazine in Madison, broadcaster of Max Ink Radio, and vodkateur of Rokker Vodka

--Jason Meyer, Founder of FoxCitiesMusic.com and owner of Fox Cities Music in Appleton

Friday
1/11/2013
7:00 AM
130111B

Naked Statistics
The world produces more and more data, faster and faster than ever before. But statistics are often eye-glazing and overwhelming. This hour, Rob Ferrett's guest shows us how to embrace statistics and use them to explain everything from DNA testing to the lottery!
Guest: Charles Wheelan, professor of public policy at Dartmouth; author of, "Naked Statistics: Stripping the Dread from the Data"
10 1/2 Things No Commencement Speaker Has Ever Sai...

Friday
1/11/2013
8:00 AM
130111C

Week in Review: January 11, 2013
Vice President Joe Biden meets with gun groups to shape new gun policy, the shake-up continues in President Barack Obama's cabinet, and state lawmakers tackle late-night debate rules. Rob Ferrett's guests weigh in on these issues and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- Chris Lato (LAH-toe), former communication director of the Republican Party of Wisconsin, and a GOP campaign consultant.

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

Friday
1/11/2013
9:00 PM
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Thursday
1/10/2013
6:00 AM
130110A

De-Cluttering for the New Year
One of the suggestions we got from our New Year's Open Line was to do a program on getting clutter-free. So Rob Ferrett is speaking to an organizational expert about how to decrease the clutter in our lives for the New Year.

Guest: Susan Fleischman, a Chicago-based professional organizer, home stager, and founder of clutterfree. Susan blogs about how to create and maintain an orderly home, office and life for YouCopia.com.

Thursday
1/10/2013
7:00 AM
130110B

State Job Creation & 2013 Economic Outlook
A new report ranks Wisconsin 42nd in the nation in job creation. This hour, Rob Ferrett and his guest discuss why Wisconsin finds itself in the bottom 10. In the second half, they take a look at what may be ahead for the U.S. economy in 2013.
Guest: Steven Deller, Professor and Community Development Economist in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at UW-Madison and UW-Extension

Thursday
1/10/2013
8:00 AM
130110C

Social Media & the Death of Privacy
Social networks are the defining cultural movement of our time, but they're also lawless battle zones. That's according to Rob Ferrett's guest this hour, who has written a "Social Network Constitution" and discusses the ongoing death of personal privacy.
Guest: Lori Andrews, law professor and director of the Institute for Science, Law, and Technology at Illinois Institute of Technology; author of, "I Know Who You Are and I Saw What You Did: Social Networks and the Death of Privacy"
I Know Who You Are and I Saw What You Did: Social ...

Thursday
1/10/2013
9:00 PM
130110C

Social Media & the Death of Privacy
Social networks are the defining cultural movement of our time, but they're also lawless battle zones. That's according to Rob Ferrett's guest this hour, who has written a "Social Network Constitution" and discusses the ongoing death of privacy.
Guest: Lori Andrews, law professor and director of the Institute for Science, Law, and Technology at Illinois Institute of Technology; author of, "I Know Who You Are and I Saw What You Did: Social Networks and the Death of Privacy"

Wednesday
1/9/2013
6:00 AM
130109A

Internet Turns 30
This month marks the 30th anniversary of the standardized linking of computers...which was the beginning of what we know today as the Internet. Rob Ferrett speaks to a guest about the last 30 years of the World Wide Web and how it's shaped our culture.

Guest: Barry Wellman, Professor of Sociology at the University of Toronto and Director of Netlab. He's also the co-author of "Networked: The New Social Operating System," and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.

Wednesday
1/9/2013
7:00 AM
130109B

Big Question: Ramp Up Nation's Gun Control Laws?
Vice President Joe Biden is meeting this week with gun safety groups and gun rights advocates to gather ideas for a comprehensive plan to reduce gun violence. Meanwhile, President Obama is reportedly considering measures beyond banning assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. Rob Ferrett's guests discuss this week's Big Question: Should the nation's gun control measures be ramped up? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

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

- Basil (BAZ-zull) Smikle (SMIGH-kull), Jr., political consultant and political analyst, and President and Founder of Basil Smikle Associates. He's also an adjunct professor at Columbia University's School of International Public Affairs.

Wednesday
1/9/2013
8:00 AM
130109C

The Tinkerers
Even in the age of advanced computer technology where we think we might have invented it all, Rob Ferrett's guest says "tinkering" is just as important as ever before. This hour, we take a look at the history of invention and the importance of innovation today.
Guest: Alec Foege, former contributing editor for "Rolling Stone" and former senior writer for "People" magazine; author of several books. His latest is, "The Tinkerers: The Amateurs, DIYers, and Inventors Who Make America Great."

Wednesday
1/9/2013
9:00 PM
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Tuesday
1/8/2013
6:00 AM
130108A

Be more civil and conversive in 2013
According to Rob Ferrett's guest, we should all strive to make 2013 a year for civility and conversation. He discusses why many of the problems facing our society today are rooted in fear, and how engaging in dialogue can make us stronger, more productive and thankful.
Guest: Thomas Thibodeau, Director of the Master of Arts Program in Servant Leadership at Viterbo University. http://wpr.org/r/?982

Tuesday
1/8/2013
7:00 AM
130108B

Social Security's Flawed Forecasting
The federal government estimates that the trust funds used to cover shortfalls in Social Security will dry up by 2033. However, Rob Ferrett's guest says the Social Security Administration's forecasting is badly flawed and that the money will run out sooner. He lays out the problems he sees with the current projections and offers solutions to save Social Security.
Guest: Gary King, Albert J. Weatherhead III University Professor and Director of the Institute for Quantitative Social Science at Harvard. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?983

Tuesday
1/8/2013
8:00 AM
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On Your Money: January 8
It's another edition of On Your Money! Financial planner Kevin McKinley lets you know how your pocketbook will be affected by the fiscal cliff deal as well as by some other changes in 2013, and how to get the most bang for your buck when it comes to your diet.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
1/8/2013
9:00 PM
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Monday
1/7/2013
6:00 AM
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Obesity & Public Responsibility
A recent study suggests there may be a link between being a little overweight and living a longer life. This hour, Rob Ferrett's guest takes us beyond the headlines to discuss what the findings really mean for our collective health and well-being.
Then, it's our Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. January is National Blood Donor Month, and Rob Ferrett talks to a representative from the Red Cross about why it's important to donate blood now.
GUESTS:

- Dr. Patrick Remington, Professor of Population Health Sciences at UW-Madison; Associate Dean of Public Health at the UW-Madison School of Medicine

- Wake-Up Call Guest: Bobbi Snethen (SNEE-then), Program Manager in Communications for the Badger-Hawkeye Red Cross Region

Monday
1/7/2013
7:00 AM
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State Capitol Report: January 7
The 2013-14 state legislative session begins Monday, and Republicans say they're poised to work on mining reform right out of the gate. In this week's State Capitol Report, Rob Ferrett talks with WPR's State Government Reporter about the top priorities in Madison, a look ahead to the elections for state Supreme Court justice and state superintendent, and more of the latest happenings from beneath the state capitol dome.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
1/7/2013
7:30 AM
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State Capitol Report: Supreme Court race preview
The State Capitol Report continues with a look at the upcoming state Supreme Court race. Now that the filing deadline has passed, Rob Ferrett's judicial expert profiles the three candidates on the ballot, the major issues at play, and the effect the seat may have on Wisconsin policies.
Guest: Jolly Emrey, Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the Center for Political Science and Public Policy Research at UW-Whitewater.

Monday
1/7/2013
8:00 AM
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The As If Principle
Positive thinking won't change your life, but some small actions can. That's according to Rob Ferrett's guest, a popular psychologist who explores how behavior can lead to emotions in his latest book.

Guest: Richard Wiseman, author of "The As IF Principle: The Radically New Approach to Changing Your Life." He's a professor of psychology at the University of Hertfordshire in the UK and the author of several other books, including "The Luck Factor" and "Quirkology."

Monday
1/7/2013
9:00 PM
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Friday
1/4/2013
6:00 AM
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Wisconsin's hard-to-pronounce places
A new online map created by the State Cartographer's Office and Joy Cardin's guest is helping people correctly say the names of more than 1700 Wisconsin locations. She talks with "Miss Pronouncer" about the state's hard-to-say cities, villages, counties and landmarks, and invite you to weigh in with your favorite mispronounced places.
Guest: Jackie Johnson, founder of www.misspronouncer.com, and Madison-based reporter for the Wisconsin Radio Network.

Friday
1/4/2013
7:00 AM
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Misconceptions about guns
Calls to ban certain firearms and ammunition have become a hot political issue since the mass shooting at a Connecticut elementary school last month. However, Joy Cardin's guest gun expert says much of the information being circulated about firearms is just plain wrong, and he offers to clear up what he calls common myths and misconceptions.
Guest: Adrian Alan, an active police officer and a Wisconsin Department of Justice-certified firearms instructor. He also maintains his department's rifles, and he's a member of the National Rifle Association.

Friday
1/4/2013
8:00 AM
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Week in Review: January 4, 2013
Congress avoids the fiscal cliff and braces for the debt ceiling debate, state Republicans call mining legislation their top priority, and a state lawmaker questions the legitimacy of Kwanzaa. Joy Cardin's guests weigh in on these issues and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- Owen Robinson, columnist at the West Bend Daily News and blogger at www.bootsandsabers.com.

- John Smart, past chair of the Price County Democratic Party and a regular contributor to Fighting Bob and newspapers around Wisconsin.

Friday
1/4/2013
9:00 PM
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Thursday
1/3/2013
6:00 AM
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Discipline Your Kids Better
One of the suggestions from our New Year's Open Line was to become a better parent. Joy Cardin speaks to a child psychiatry expert about smart strategies for disciplining your kids-how to make temper tantrums better, how to encourage good behavior, and more!

Guest: Alan Kazdin (KAZ-din), Professor of Psychology and Child Psychiatry at Yale University. He's the Director of the Yale Parenting Center and author of "The Kazdin Method for Parenting the Defiant Child: With No Pills, No Therapy, No Contest of Wills" and "Parent Management Training: Treatment for Oppositional, Aggressive, and Antisocial Behavior in Children and Adolescents."

Thursday
1/3/2013
7:00 AM
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Fiscal Cliff Fallout; Debt Ceiling Debate Ahead
The fiscal cliff of middle class tax increases and spending cuts has been avoided, but the broader fiscal fight is far from over. Joy Cardin talks with a political science professor about the possible fallout from the deal and the next big battle regarding the nation's debt ceiling. Plus, she gets insight from at least one of Wisconsin's Congressional representatives.
Guests:

- Charles Franklin, Visiting Professor of Law and Public Policy, and Director of the Marquette University Law School Poll; Co-Founder of www.pollster.com and Founder of www.pollsandvotes.com.

- Ron Kind, Democratic U.S. Representative from Wisconsin's Third Congressional District.

- Note: Republican Congressmen did not return our invitations to appear this hour.

Thursday
1/3/2013
8:00 AM
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Heart Healthy in 2013
The drug maker Merck recently announced it would no longer pursue approval of a drug that includes the vitamin, niacin, to prevent heart attacks and strokes. Joy Cardin's guest cardiologist discusses the results of a trial that shows the drug combination is ineffective, what this means for the reputation of niacin, and what we can do to be more heart healthy in 2013.
Guest: Dr. Patrick McBride, Professor of Medicine and Family Medicine, Associate Dean for Students, and Associate Director of the Preventive Cardiology Program at the University of Wisconsin Medical School.

Thursday
1/3/2013
9:00 PM
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Wednesday
1/2/2013
6:00 AM
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Making a Difference in the Second Half of Life
At midlife, many people are thinking about retirement. But Joy Cardin's guest this hour says more people today want to stay in the game and make a difference. She shares her road map for finding passion, purpose, and a paycheck in the second half of life.
Guest: Marci Alboher, vice president of Encore.org, a non-profit organization dedicated to making it easier for people to pursue encore careers and second acts for the greater good; author of "The Encore Career Handbook: How to Make A Living and A Difference In the Second Half of Life"
The Encore Career Handbook: How to Make A Living a...

Wednesday
1/2/2013
7:00 AM
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Big Question: Higher gas tax & mileage-based fee...
To pay for Wisconsin's future transportation needs, a citizen panel is recommending the state raise the gasoline tax by a nickel and implement mileage-based vehicle registration fees. Joy Cardin talks with the secretary of Wisconsin's transportation department about these possibilities and others, and invites you to weigh in on this week's Big Question: Should Wisconsin increase its gas tax and impose a mileage-based registration system? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guest: Mark Gottlieb, Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, and a non-voting member and chair, Wisconsin Commission on Transportation Finance and Policy: http://wpr.org/r/?974

Wednesday
1/2/2013
8:00 AM
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2013 Skies
Some astronomers are calling 2013 "The Year of the Comet" because of two bright comets that will shoot across the sky this year. Joy Cardin talks to an expert about what else we can expect in the skies in 2013.

Guest: Bob Bonadurer (BOHN-uh-durr), director of the Daniel M. Soref Planetarium at the Milwaukee Public Museum

Wednesday
1/2/2013
9:00 PM
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Tuesday
1/1/2013
6:00 AM
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2013 Banished Words List
There were plenty of misused, overused and just plain useless words and phrases from 2012. Joy Cardin talks with one of the compilers of the annual "Banished Words List" about why those selections should stay in 2012 and not be a part of 2013.
Guest: John Shibley, Photographer and Staff Writer, Lake Superior State University; Co-Compiler, "Banished Words List." http://www.lssu.edu/banished/

Tuesday
1/1/2013
7:00 AM
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Rose Bowl fever!
Wisconsin Badgers fans are getting ready for the "Granddaddy of Them All" when Bucky takes on the Stanford Cardinals in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day. Joy Cardin talks with the president of the Wisconsin Alumni Association about why we love Badgers football and what the program means to you.
Guest: Paula Bonner, President and CEO, Wisconsin Alumni Association. http://www.uwalumni.com/

Tuesday
1/1/2013
8:00 AM
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Financial resolutions for 2013
It's a special edition of On Your Money! Joy Cardin talks with a personal finance expert about some New Year's resolutions to help you have a happier, more prosperous 2013.
Guest: Jane Bryant Quinn, personal finance writer and co-founder of DailyVoice.com; author, "Making the Most of Your Money NOW." She writes the monthly "Financially Speaking" column for the AARP Bulletin and a column for Dimespring.com. www.janebryantquinn.com

Tuesday
1/1/2013
9:00 PM
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Monday
12/31/2012
6:00 AM
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Your Favorite Fiction
Joy Cardin and her guest take a look back at the best novels to hit the shelves this year. Plus they ask, "What are your favorite fiction novels of 2012... and of all time?"

After six-fifty, it's our Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Even though youth smoking rates are at an all-time low, Joy Cardin's guest says we still need an aggressive and comprehensive state tobacco prevention and control effort.

Guest: Cynthia Crossen, longtime reporter and journalist formerly of Wall Street Journal, now a freelance writer for the Journal

Wake-Up Call Guest: Maureen Busalacchi (boo-sa-LAH-key), executive director of Health First Wisconsin

Monday
12/31/2012
7:00 AM
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State Capitol Report: 2012 Year in Review
It's the last State Capitol Report of 2012. Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government reporter recaps the year that was, including Gov. Scott Walker's recall election victory, Tammy Baldwin's U.S. Senate win, the defeat of iron mining legislation, and more.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
12/31/2012
8:00 AM
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Last day on the "fiscal cliff"
After months of warnings about the consequences of going over the "fiscal cliff," the United States is about to take the plunge unless Congress can strike a deal on New Year's Eve. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the latest talks in Washington, whether any kind of agreement can be reached, and what may happen if a bargain falls through.
Guest: Susan Johnson, Associate Professor and Chair of Political Science, UW-Whitewater; Director, UWW's Center for Political Science and Public Policy Research.

Monday
12/31/2012
9:00 PM
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The History of Wine
Wine has been a part of civilized culture for 8000 years, constantly evolving alongside the people who enjoy it. This hour, Joy Cardin and her guest talk about the social history of wine.
Guest: Paul Lukacs, author of "Inventing Wine: A New History of One of the World's Most Ancient Pleasures;" professor of English at Loyola University in Maryland. (Repeat from 12/19/12 C)

Friday
12/28/2012
6:00 AM
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Tell Joy Where to Go: January 2013
There are plenty of fun and festive celebrations on tap to ring in the new year across Wisconsin... and a plethora of events to take in for the rest of January! Joy Cardin's guest has a few recommendations to close the door on 2012 and welcome 2013, and invite you to "Tell Joy Where to Go" for some great winter activities in the state.
Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist, Journal & Topics Newspapers; Contributing Travel Editor, The American BoomeR online magazine; monthly contributor, "Tell Joy Where to Go" programs.

Friday
12/28/2012
7:00 AM
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New Year's Sleep Resolutions
One of the resolutions we heard about in our New Year's Open Line was to get better sleep, so Joy Cardin is speaking to a sleep expert about how to achieve your New Year's sleep resolution in 2013.

Guest: Dr. Robert Oexman (EX-man, like the comic characters), Director of the Sleep to Live Institute

Friday
12/28/2012
8:00 AM
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Week in Review: December 28
Top legislative leaders cast doubt on avoiding the "fiscal cliff," Chuck Hagel runs into resistance to be the next defense secretary, and a state panel issues recommendations on paying for future transportation needs. Joy Cardin's guests weigh in on these issues and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- Matt Rothschild, publisher, "The Progressive" magazine. www.progressive.org

- Tom Still, president, Wisconsin Technology Council. www.wisconsintechnologycouncil.com

Friday
12/28/2012
9:00 PM
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Thursday
12/27/2012
6:00 AM
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Wage Gaps at the Workplace
Joy Cardin's guest talks about the wage gap between men and women. And she has advice for women in the workforce on how to get better pay.
Guest: Annie Houle, National Director of Campus and Community Initiatives for The Wage Project http://www.wageproject.org/

Thursday
12/27/2012
7:00 AM
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"New Year" Open Line
The new year often means working toward new goals and renewed interests. Looking to be healthier but can't decide where to begin? Want to know more about global politics but don't know where to turn for the best information? Let us help. This hour we host an open line and ask, "What is your new year's resolution for 2013, and how can this program help?"

Thursday
12/27/2012
8:00 AM
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Oddly Normal
Joy Cardin's guest says that when his son came out of the closet at home, it was a non-event. But when he did so at school, it was a much worse experience. This hour, hear from the father of a gay child who hopes his story will help other parents face the struggles that come along with a teen's journey toward self-acceptance.
Guest: John Schwartz, national correspondent with "The New York Times," author of, "Oddly Normal: One Family's Struggle To Help Their Teenage Son Come To Terms With His Sexuality."

Thursday
12/27/2012
9:00 PM
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Wednesday
12/26/2012
6:00 AM
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Video game violence
Videogames are under scrutiny after the Connecticut shootings, with some US Senators calling for an investigation into the link between violent games and real-world violence. Joy Cardin's guest says the games do cause more aggressive behavior--though the link to mass shootings is not as clear.
Guest: Brad Bushman, professor of communication and psychology at Ohio State University

Wednesday
12/26/2012
7:00 AM
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Big Question: Who deserves blame for fiscal clif...
House Republicans and President Obama have just a few days left to reach a deal to avoid sending the country over the "fiscal cliff." Joy Cardin talks with a political and economic expert about whether an agreement in this final week is a realistic possibility, and what those terms may look like. Plus, weigh in on this week's Big Question: Which sides deserves the most blame for the financial stalemate in Washington?
Guest: Steven Smith, Professor of Political Science and Director, Weidenbaum
(WEE-den-baum) Center on the Economy, Government and Public Policy, Washington University, St. Louis.

Wednesday
12/26/2012
8:00 AM
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Human Compassion
Even in the face of inhumane behavior, Joy Cardin's guest says humans have a strong built-in capacity for compassion and kindness.
Guest: Emiliana Simon-Thomas, science director of the Greater Good Science Center http://greatergood.berkeley.edu/

Wednesday
12/26/2012
9:00 PM
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Tuesday
12/25/2012
6:00 AM
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Consider the Fork
How we cook things matters just as much, if not more, than what we cook. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who discusses the history of our kitchen technology and how it has shaped society.
Guest:
Bee Wilson, author of "Consider the Fork: A History of How We Cook and Eat." She's a food writer, historian, and author of a weekly food column for the Sunday Telegraph's Stella magazine. She's been named BBC Radio's Food Writer of the Year and is a three-time Guild of Food Writers' "Food Journalist" of the Year. (Rebroadcast from 11/15/12 C)
Consider the Fork: A History of How We Cook and Ea...

Tuesday
12/25/2012
7:00 AM
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Best Movies of All Time
In the latest industry poll of the best movies of all time, Citizen Kane was knocked from the number-one spot for the first time in fifty years-by Vertigo. Joy Cardin talks to a film expert about why these are the greatest movies of all time-and asks you what movies you'd add to the list.
Guest:
Dana Polan, professor of cinema studies at New York University. He voted in the last Sight & Sound Magazine Greatest Films of All Time poll, in 2002. (Rebroadcast from 8/16/12 C)

Tuesday
12/25/2012
8:00 AM
121225C

Music for a New Listener
A 21-year-old filmmaker from California says he was born "profoundly deaf" and "never understood music." That changed when he tried a new set of hearing aids and truly heard music for the first time. Now he's seeking advice on which songs to listen to next. Joy Cardin's guest offers his suggestions and invites you to weigh in with yours.
Guest: Jon Pollack, History Instructor and Pop Culture Expert, Madison Area Technical College. (Rebroadcast from 8/13/12 C)

Tuesday
12/25/2012
9:00 PM
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Monday
12/24/2012
6:00 AM
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Wisconsin's Winter Birds
Tens of thousands of birders nationwide are taking part in the 113th Audobon Christmas Bird Count. Joy Cardin's bird expert discusses the various species making their appearance in Wisconsin, the increase in the number of "Bird Cities" in the state, and other year-end bird news.
Guest: Andy Paulios (POW-lee-iss), Coordinator of the Wisconsin Bird Conservation Initiative and a biologist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. www.wisconsinbirds.org

Monday
12/24/2012
7:00 AM
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Sen. Vinehout on Legislation for 2013
In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker discusses the legislation she'd like to see passed in 2013, and invites you to call in with your proposals.
Guest: Kathleen Vinehout, Democratic State Senator from Alma.

Monday
12/24/2012
7:30 AM
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Rep. Kessler on assault weapons bill
In the second half of the State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker talks about his proposal to ban assault rifles after the mass shooting at a Connecticut school, as well as other changes to Wisconsin's gun laws.
Guest: Fred Kessler, Democratic State Representative from Milwaukee; he's working on a bill that would ban assault weapons.

Monday
12/24/2012
8:00 AM
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Therapy Dogs
Therapy dogs are used more and more-in nursing homes, at colleges during finals, and even in Newtown, Connecticut to help the community grieve. Joy Cardin speaks to a therapy dog expert about the benefits of these animals and all the different jobs they can do.

Guest: Brian Mulligan, director of K-9 Buddies, an all-volunteer charity organization that trains and certifies therapy dogs. K-9 Buddies also promotes, organizes, and staffs cell dog programs and provides free public education presentations on matters pertaining to the human/domestic dog relationship, especially child safety.

Monday
12/24/2012
9:00 PM
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Therapy Dogs
Therapy dogs are used more and more-in nursing homes, at colleges during finals, and even in Newtown, Connecticut to help the community grieve. Joy Cardin speaks to a therapy dog expert about the benefits of these animals and all the different jobs they can do.

Guest: Brian Mulligan, director of K-9 Buddies, an all-volunteer charity organization that trains and certified therapy dogs. K-9 Buddies also sponsors and helps to staff cell dogs.

Friday
12/21/2012
6:00 AM
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Wisconsin's Winter "silent sports"
Old Man Winter saw to it that much of Wisconsin would have plenty of fresh snow on the first official day of the season. So after digging out of more than a foot in some spots, it's time to have some fun! Joy Cardin's winter recreation enthusiast has some tips on where to ski, sled and snowshoe in the state, and welcomes your recommendations.
Guest: Tom Held, Milwaukee-based writer, reporter and blogger for www.theactivepursuit.

Friday
12/21/2012
7:00 AM
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A Kosher Christmas
While Jews don't celebrate Christmas, Joy Cardin's guest says they still shape it into a joyous holiday that belongs to all Americans. This hour, we'll explore how others recognize - or refrain from - the Christmas holiday while many others are celebrating.
Guest: Joshua Eli Plaut, an ordained rabbi and holds a PhD in Hebrew and Judaic Studies. He's the author of A Kosher Christmas: 'Tis the Season to Be Jewish.
A Kosher Christmas: 'Tis the Season to Be Jewish

Friday
12/21/2012
8:00 AM
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Week in Review: December 21
Gun control and mental health take the spotlight following the tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut, the State Department links weak security to the attack in Benghazi, and Wisconsin digs its way out of more than a foot of snow. Joy Cardin's guests discuss these and more of the top national and state news in the Week in Review.
Guests:

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

- Christine Bremer (BREE-mur)-Muggli (MOO-glee), attorney with Bremer & Trollop Law Offices in Wausau and one of Wisconsin's Presidential Electors.

Friday
12/21/2012
9:00 PM
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Thursday
12/20/2012
6:00 AM
121220A

2012 Baby Names
2012 was a year of odd and unique baby names, like Blue Ivy or Hashtag. Joy Cardin and her name expert guest look back at the baby names of 2012 and what they say about our culture.

Guest: Laura Wattenberg, creator of the website, www.BabyNameWizard.com and author of the book, "The Baby Name Wizard."
Then Joy gets an update from the state's emergency management division on the big snow hitting Wisconsin. Guest: Tod Pritchard , Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for Wisconsin Emergency Management. http://readywisconsin.wi.gov/
The Baby Name Wizard

Thursday
12/20/2012
7:00 AM
121220B

Media coverage of Newtown shooting
The media was lambasted for its coverage in the early stages of the Newtown, Connecticut tragedy, having reported several details incorrectly, interviewed children and identified the killer. Joy Cardin's guest says that while some of those criticisms are legitimate, news outlets have done a respectable job and deserve a lot of credit.
Then, Joy's guest meteorologist has the latest on the major snowstorm walloping Wisconsin.
Guests:

- Andrew Beaujon (BO-zhahn), Senior Online Reporter at the Poynter Institute.

- Jeff Last, Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Weather Service-Green Bay office.

Thursday
12/20/2012
8:00 AM
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The Caretaker's Survival Guide
About 65 million people in the U.S. are caregivers, and according to Joy Cardin's guest, caregivers don't have time to take care of themselves. This hour, get useful advice about how to care for others without compromising your own health.
Guest: Jane Heller, novelist and author of "You'd Better Not Die or I'll Kill You: A Caregiver's Survival Guide to Keeping You in Good Health and Good Spirits"
You'd Better Not Die or I'll Kill You: A Caregiver...

Thursday
12/20/2012
9:00 PM
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Wednesday
12/19/2012
6:00 AM
121219A

The Internet and Adoption
A report on the Internet's impact on adoption shows positive, negative, and complicated changes as a result of the world wide web. Joy Cardin's guest breaks down these changes and discusses how the Internet is changing adoption as we know it.

Guest: Adam Pertman, executive director of the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute and author of "Adoption Nation: How the Adoption Revolution is Transforming Our Families - and America." He blogs at www.adampertman.com. You can find information about adoption at www.adoptioninstitute.org.
Adoption Nation: How the Adoption Revolution is Tr...

Wednesday
12/19/2012
7:00 AM
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Big Question: Changes to Gun Laws?
Calls for changing the nation's gun laws have emerged since last week's deadly shooting at Connecticut's Sandy Hook Elementary School. Some are pushing for banning assault weapons and closing gun show loopholes, while others are advocating for arming teachers. Joy Cardin's guest discusses this week's Big Question: What changes to gun laws should be implemented to prevent similar tragedies at our nation's schools? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guest: Robert Spitzer, Distinguished Service Professor and Chairman of the Political Science Department, State University of New York College at Cortland; author, "The Politics of Gun Control."
The Politics of Gun Control

Wednesday
12/19/2012
8:00 AM
121219C

Inventing Wine
Wine has been a part of civilized culture for 8000 years, constantly evolving alongside the people who enjoy it. This hour, Joy Cardin and her guest talk about the social history of wine.
Guest: Paul Lukacs, author of "Inventing Wine: A New History of One of the World's Most Ancient Pleasures;" professor of English at Loyola University in Maryland http://inventingwine.com/
Inventing Wine: A New History of One of the World'...

Wednesday
12/19/2012
9:00 PM
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Tuesday
12/18/2012
6:00 AM
121218A

Holiday Blues and Depression
Some people get the holiday blues this time of year, but what's the difference between the seasonal blues and clinical depression? A depression expert joins Joy Cardin to discuss the signs of clinical depression and how you should address those signs in others.

Guest:

Dr. Jeffrey Anders, Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, UW-Madison Health Services.

Tuesday
12/18/2012
7:00 AM
121218B

Jaffe: How to Reduce Violence by the Mentally Il...
The state of the nation's mental health services is being examined following last week's deadly shooting at a Connecticut elementary school. Joy Cardin's guest outlines five things he says President Obama and the federal government should do to help prevent violence related to mental illness. Plan: http://wpr.org/r/?965
Guest: DJ Jaffe, Executive Director, Mental Illness Policy Org. http://mentalillnesspolicy.org

Tuesday
12/18/2012
8:00 AM
121218C

On Your Money: December 18
It's another edition of On Your Money! Certified financial planner Kevin McKinley joins host Joy Cardin with some words of wisdom regarding pensions, the financial benefits of getting a flu shot, and some non-traditional gift ideas for the holidays. Plus, he'll have answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
12/18/2012
9:00 PM
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Monday
12/17/2012
6:00 AM
121217A

Connecticut School Shooting
Friday's shooting at a Connecticut elementary school has reportedly taken the lives of more than two dozen people, including several children. Joy Cardin's guest psychologist discusses the latest on the story and responds to your thoughts.

Guests:

- Frank Farley, Psychologist at Temple University, and former president, American Psychological Association.

Monday
12/17/2012
7:00 AM
121217B

State Capitol Report: December 17
It's time for the State Capitol Report! Joy Cardin talks with WPR's state government reporter about how the Affordable Care Act may affect Wisconsin's finances, the cost of ending same-day voter registration, Herb Kohl bids farewell to his Senate colleagues, and more.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
12/17/2012
7:30 AM
121217X

Forbes: Is Wis. Really Open for Business?
Forbes magazine recently ranked Wisconsin as the eighth-worst state to do business for several reasons, including business costs, regulatory environment and growth prospect. In the second half of the State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin's guest economist talks about what may be holding the state back and what can be done to become more business-friendly. Ranking: http://wpr.org/r/?963
Guest: Brian Jacobsen, Associate Professor of Business Administration at Wisconsin Lutheran College, and Chief Portfolio Strategist at Wells Fargo Advantage Funds.

Monday
12/17/2012
8:00 AM
121217C

Vintage Holiday Recipes
What recipes stick out in your holiday memories? Which of those recipes do you still make today? From old Christmas cookies and holiday gelatin molds to fun hors d'oeuvres, Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the best vintage holiday recipes.

Guest:

Ruth Clark, who blogs at MidCenturyMenu.com and also blogs for NoPatternRequired.com

Monday
12/17/2012
9:00 PM
121217C

Friday
12/14/2012
6:00 AM
121214A

Tell Joy What to Craft!
The holidays are right around the corner, and some people are turning to do-it-yourself crafts for unique and original gift ideas. This hour, Joy Cardin's guests offer handy crafting tips, and they ask you to share some DIY gift ideas of your own!
Guests:

- Laura Komai (koh-MY), co-owner of Anthology paper and crafts in downtown Madison

- Sarah (SAH-ruh) Goldschadt (GOLD-shaht), a Danish-American print and digital freelance Art Director; author of the book Craft-A-Day: 365 Simple Handmade Projects. The Craft-A-Day e-book launched earlier this week.
Craft-A-Day: 365 Simple Handmade Projects

Friday
12/14/2012
7:00 AM
121214B

PolitiFact's Top Lies of 2012
Mitt Romney's campaign ad claiming that Jeep was moving its U.S. production to China has been deemed PolitiFact's Lie of the Year. Joy Cardin talks with the head of the fact-checking group about what makes this statement stand out from other "pants on fire" claims in 2012, and invites you to weigh in with your nominations.
Guest: Bill Adair (uh-DAIR), Creator and Editor of PolitiFact, Washington Bureau Chief for the Tampa Bay Times, and adjunct faculty member at the Poynter Institute. www.politifact.com

Friday
12/14/2012
7:30 AM
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Top quotes of 2012
Mitt Romney's "47 percent" comment, Barack Obama's "you didn't build that," and even South Korean rapper PSY's "Oppan Gangnam Style" are some of the most notable quotes of 2012, according to Joy Cardin's guest. He'll discuss their significance along with several others that helped shape the past year.
Guest: Fred Shapiro, Associate Librarian, Yale University Law School, and author, "The Yale Book of Quotations."
The Yale Book of Quotations

Friday
12/14/2012
8:00 AM
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Week in Review for December 14th, 2012
Big news on labor laws, the fiscal cliff is still unresolved, and the Supreme Court takes up same-sex marriage...those are a few of the issues on this edition of the Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests.
Guests:

Dan Kapanke, former Republican State Senator of La Crosse, and owner of the La Crosse Loggers baseball team.

Louis Fortis, Editor-in-Chief of the Shepherd Express

Friday
12/14/2012
9:00 PM
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Thursday
12/13/2012
6:00 AM
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Dealing with Dysfunctional Family
The holiday season is joyous, but sometimes it's stressful to spend time with certain family members. Joy Cardin speaks to an expert on relationships about how to deal with dysfunctional family members during the holidays.

Guest:

Elizabeth Bernstein (BURN-steen), columnist at the Wall Street Journal, where she writes the "Bonds: On Relationships" column. Her article, "Dysfunctional Family Bingo": http://wpr.org/r/?959

Thursday
12/13/2012
7:00 AM
121213B

Unions vowing political payback
Labor unions nationwide say they are gearing up for the 2014 midterm elections after losing battles with several Republican governors, including Rick Snyder who made Michigan a right-to-work state this week. Joy Cardin's labor analyst talks about the various fronts in the fight with conservative leaders, and how unions are trying to remain a viable political force.
Guest: Michael Rosen, Economics Instructor, Milwaukee Area Technical College, and President, American Federation of Teachers Local 212, which represents MATC faculty, counselors and professional staff.

Thursday
12/13/2012
8:00 AM
121213C

The Parent App
Smart phones, tablets, laptops, Facebook . . . how should parents navigate these technologies when it comes to their kids? Joy Cardin speaks to an author about her guide to parenting in the digital age.

Guest:

Lynn Schofield (SKOH-field) Clark, author of "The Parent App: Understanding Families in the Digital Age." She's an Associate Professor in Media, Film, and Journalism Studies, and Director of the Estlow International Center for Journalism and New Media at the University of Denver. Guest recommends these sites: www.netfamilynews.org and www.commonsensemedia.org
The Parent App: Understanding Families in the Digi...

Thursday
12/13/2012
9:00 PM
121213C

The Parent App
Smart phones, tablets, laptops, Facebook-how should parents navigate these technologies when it comes to their kids? Joy Cardin speaks to an author about her guide to parenting in the digital age.

Guest:

Lynn Schofield (SKOH-field) Clark, author of "The Parent App: Understanding Families in the Digital Age." She's an Associate Professor in Media, Film, and Journalism Studies, and Director of the Estlow International Center for Journalism and New Media at the University of Denver.

Wednesday
12/12/2012
6:00 AM
121212A

Aaron Rodgers Day
Wednesday the date is 12/12/12, a day that the state legislature unanimously decided to be Aaron Rodgers Day. The author of several books on the Packers joins Joy Cardin to discuss how we should celebrate Aaron Rodgers Day and what makes this quarterback so special to Wisconsin.

Guest:

Rob Reischel (RYE-shell), sportswriter and author of "Aaron Rodgers: Leader of the Pack." He's written several other books about the Green Bay Packers, including his latest, "Mike McCarty: Nobody's Underdog." He covers the Packers for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Packer Plus. To get an author-signed copy of "Aaron Rodgers: Leader of the Pack," you can email Rob at robreischel@gmail.com.
Aaron Rodgers: Leader of the Pack

Wednesday
12/12/2012
7:00 AM
121212B

Big Question: End City Residency Laws?
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett says he fears the Republican-controlled state legislature will repeal the law requiring city employees to reside within Milwaukee's borders. Joy Cardin's guest analyzes this week's Big Question: Are municipal residency laws generally good or bad policy? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guest: Mark Levine (leh-VEEN), Senior Fellow and Founding Director, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Center for Economic Development. http://wpr.org/r/?956

Wednesday
12/12/2012
8:00 AM
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History of American Pop Culture
How have our shared values changed over time as a result of popular culture? This hour, Joy Cardin and her guest explore that question and discuss the most significant moments in American pop cultural history.
Guest: LeRoy Ashby, Professor Emeritus of History at Washington State University; author of, "With Amusement For All: A History of American Popular Culture since 1830"
With Amusement For All: A History of American Popu...

Wednesday
12/12/2012
9:00 PM
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Tuesday
12/11/2012
6:00 AM
121211A

Wisconsin's Winter Forecast
Much of Wisconsin is covered in snow after a weekend storm dropped several inches, ending a record-long stretch of days for some areas without any white stuff. Joy Cardin's guest meteorologist has the outlook for the upcoming winter season, including whether we'll have a white Christmas and if our skis, snowshoes and sleds may get much use in the months ahead.
Guest: Chad Franzen, Meteorologist, WSAW-TV, Wausau.

Tuesday
12/11/2012
7:00 AM
121211B

What the Fiscal Cliff Means for You
President Barack Obama is continuing to push for higher taxes on the wealthy and greater investment in U.S. manufacturing. Meanwhile, Republicans are warming up to tax hikes on upper-income earners in exchange for more significant cuts to entitlements. Joy Cardin's guest discusses how going over the "fiscal cliff" would affect your paychecks, as well as various federal departments and programs.
Guest: Diane Lim, Chief Economist, The Concord Coalition. http://www.concordcoalition.org/ Blogger, www.economistmom.com.

Tuesday
12/11/2012
8:00 AM
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On Your Money: December 11
It's another edition of On Your Money! Certified financial planner Kevin McKinley joins host Joy Cardin with some advice on finding an attorney, making a year-end charitable gift, and saving money on your heating bills. Plus, he'll have answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
12/11/2012
9:00 PM
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Monday
12/10/2012
6:00 AM
121210A

Right-to-Work in Michigan... and Wisconsin?
Michigan is poised this week to become the 24th state to enact right-to-work legislation. Joy Cardin talks with a political commentator from Michigan about why Republicans are pushing the measure and how it may affect union activity. Then, her guest lawmaker discusses her concerns over Wisconsin potentially becoming a right-to-work state.
Then, in the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call, Joy Cardin's guest says while you may be drawn to the cheaper price, E15 fuel can severely damage your vehicle and urges regulators to stop selling the ethanol blend.
Guests:

- Bill Ballenger, Editor and Publisher, "Inside Michigan Politics" newsletter. www.insidemichiganpolitics.com

- Chris Sinicki, Democratic State Representative, Milwaukee; ranking Democrat, Assembly Committee on Labor and Workforce Development.

- Wake-Up Call: Pam Moen, Assistant Vice President of Public Affairs, AAA Wisconsin.

Monday
12/10/2012
7:00 AM
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State Capitol Report: December 10
It's the State Capitol Report! Joy Cardin talks with WPR's state government reporter about the latest developments from beneath the capitol dome, including lawmakers moving to end same-day voter registration, reforming the Government Accountability Board, Arizona-style immigration overhaul, and more.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

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