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Chicken Empanadas

November 26, 2022 - 8:00am

Bring barley and 3 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt.

'Me, not me': Anne Strainchamps and Ray Suarez talk about reporting on poverty and why the care economy matters

November 26, 2022 - 6:35am

The hosts of TTBOOK's "Going for Broke" series discuss reporting on poverty and how to give economic insight a tone of empathy and a tangible sense of human connection.

Why you should keep doing the things you're bad at -- but enjoy

October 4, 2022 - 4:00pm

We discuss why it can be more beneficial to continue -- rather than quit -- an activity you're not good at doing.

The story of the Wisconsin-based company behind 'Dungeons & Dragons'

August 16, 2022 - 4:00pm

20-sided dice are used in Dungeons and Dragons to determine the success or failure of an action.

We learn what led to the rise and fall of the Lake Geneva-headquartered company that set the standard for role-playing tabletop games.

Comedian Jena Friedman is not trying to make you feel comfortable

November 19, 2022 - 11:00am

closeup of Jena Friedman onstage from her Peacock comedy special, "Ladykiller"

Comedian Jena Friedman talks about her Peacock stand-up special, "Ladykiller." She has described it as "an hour of dark feminist stand-up comedy."

Cold Cucumber Soup

November 19, 2022 - 8:00am

In a blender, combine the chopped cucumber and diced avocado with the yogurt, lemon juice, shallot, garlic, dill, parsley, tarragon and the 1/4 cup of olive oil. Blend until smooth.

Inspired by spam email

November 16, 2022 - 4:00pm

A Green Bay music professor decided to do something creative with all the spam email she was receiving. We talk about -- and listen to -- some of the results.

Broccoli Cheddar Chicken & Rice Casserole

November 12, 2022 - 8:00am

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

More than one way to treat a mind

November 12, 2022 - 6:10am

Daniel Bergner felt frustrated and helpless back when one of his brother was diagnosed as having bipolar disorder. Bergner and his family were told that institutionalization and medication would be crucial to keeping him healthy and safe. But he decided to find other possibilities for his brother’s healing.

The future of 'Black Panther'

November 10, 2022 - 4:00pm

premiere of the film 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' in London

A new "Black Panther" sequel opens tomorrow. We talk about the culturally rich development of the character, and what could happen with it going forward, after the death of actor Chadwick Boseman.

George Saunders: 'In each of these stories, there's some kind of resolution to fix things once and for all'

November 5, 2022 - 11:00am

George Saunders, one of the most highly acclaimed short story writers, talks about his latest short-story collection, "Liberation Day," with WPR's "BETA."

The ongoing legacy of Nintendo's GoldenEye 007

November 5, 2022 - 11:00am

A conference presentation of GoldenEye videogame for Nintendo Wii

Alyce Knorr is the author of the Boss Fight Books entry " GoldenEye 007 ," which outlines the shaky start, unlikely success and ultimate legacy of one of N64's greatest videogames. She spoke with WPR's "BETA."

Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

November 5, 2022 - 8:00am

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place turkey in the skillet, and cook until brown.

Creating a compassionate geography

November 5, 2022 - 6:00am

David Harvey’s work over the years has looked at the economy in radical ways, linking how we earn and spend with, say, geography. Among his fresh frameworks is something called "spatial justice." Steve Paulson asked Harvey what he means by that.

Origins of 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' rooted in childhood memories of Wisconsin TV

November 5, 2022 - 5:50am

Joel Hodgson, a Wisconsin native and creator of Mystery Science Theater 3000, recently appeared on Wisconsin Public Radio’s "The Morning Show" to discuss how the show has endured — and how local Wisconsin television programming inspired him to pair "puppets and cheesy movies."

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Chicken Empanadas

'Me, not me': Anne Strainchamps and Ray Suarez talk about reporting on poverty and why the care economy matters

Why you should keep doing the things you're bad at -- but enjoy

The story of the Wisconsin-based company behind 'Dungeons & Dragons'

Comedian Jena Friedman is not trying to make you feel comfortable

Cold Cucumber Soup

Inspired by spam email

Broccoli Cheddar Chicken & Rice Casserole

More than one way to treat a mind

The future of 'Black Panther'

George Saunders: 'In each of these stories, there's some kind of resolution to fix things once and for all'

The ongoing legacy of Nintendo's GoldenEye 007

Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

Creating a compassionate geography

Origins of 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' rooted in childhood memories of Wisconsin TV

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