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UW-Madison, Marquette Introduce New Basketball Coaches

March 29, 2021 - 4:40am

Both the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Marquette University are welcoming new basketball coaches. Marisa Moseley will coach the UW women and Shaka Smart will coach the Marquette men.

What Makes A Film 'Classic?' It's More Than Just Old Hollywood, Film Scholar Says

March 28, 2021 - 3:05pm

What makes a movie a classic? While the question is certainly open to interpretation and personal preference plays a major role, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee film professor Jocelyn Szczepaniak-Gillece says there are a couple of ways to think about it.

'Bitten With The Concrete Bug': Sculpture Gardens Showcase Wisconsin's Outsider Artists

March 28, 2021 - 7:00am

An art historian and an arts center curator walk us through a few of the weird and beautiful concrete sculpture gardens in Wisconsin.

More Than 100 Wisconsin High Schools Are Playing Football This Spring

March 26, 2021 - 5:15pm

About 250 Wisconsin high schools played football last fall, but more than 100 opted to wait until spring due to the coronavirus pandemic. They kick off this weekend.

Wisconsin's First Female Lieutenant Governor, Plus Gender Parity In Politics

March 24, 2021 - 3:30pm

The 117th Congress taking their oath of office

Margaret Farrow served as Wisconsin's first female Lieutenant Governor from 2001 to 2003. She joins the program this Women's History Month to discuss her long political career in the state. Then, a political scientist talks about the lack of gender parity in politics and how it might affect policy.

WHYsconsin: What's With Wisconsin's Artist Environments?

March 24, 2021 - 4:45pm

The Art Preserve of the John Michael Kohler Arts Center

We answer and audience question about why there's such a high concentration of outdoor artist-built "environments" in Wisconsin, and learn about a new arts center dedicated to preserving and showcasing this type of 'outside' -- but not necessarily 'outsider' art.

Never Write In The Language Of The Colonizer

March 20, 2021 - 8:00am

Kenyan writer Ngugi wa Thiong’o argues that African writers should write in their native languages, not the colonial languages of English or French. Speaking to Steve Paulson for "To The Best Of Our Knowledge," he says the best way to "decolonize the African mind" is to reclaim African languages.

Food Friday: Maple Syrup Season

March 19, 2021 - 3:30pm

It's maple syrup season. We look at how maple syrup goes from tree to table.

March Madness Begins

March 19, 2021 - 7:30am

The NCAA Tournament kicked off Thursday night, which means March Madness has officially begun. We check in with a Wisconsin sports reporter about what to watch for and how the Badgers might fare.

Wisconsin Singer Wins Grammy For Best Classical Solo Vocal Album

March 19, 2021 - 7:00am

Madison soprano Sarah Brailey accepts Grammy award for Best Classical Solo Vocal Album

The 2021 Grammy Awards was a big night for female artists, including one Wisconsin woman who won for best classical solo vocal album. We talk with Madison-based soprano Sarah Brailey about her big win and the composer who created the symphony she performed on the album.

March Madness: No. 9 Seed Badgers Prepare To Face Tar Heels Friday

March 19, 2021 - 6:25am

The Big Dance was canceled last year due to the coronavirus pandemic, but it's back for 2021, and the Badgers have a berth.

How To Make Methunky, The Beloved Czech 'Sauerkraut Cookie'

March 19, 2021 - 4:45am

In northeastern Wisconsin, there's a mysterious and beloved snack called methunky.

What's One Movie You Think Everyone Should See?

March 18, 2021 - 3:30pm

Three actors from the movie hold black umbrellas and wear yellow raincoats in the opening scene.

While seeing a brand-new movie or show is exciting, there are many time-tested classics that could be worth a watch. We talk with a Wisconsin film professor about what makes something a classic, and we ask you to share your must-see movies as well.

Frozen Four: UW Women Face Ohio State In Semifinal

March 18, 2021 - 5:00am

It's been a tough year for college sports. But amid the cancellations, COVID-19 tests and quarantines, the University of Wisconsin-Madison women's hockey team is right back where it wants to be: the Frozen Four. Wisconsin will face Ohio State on Thursday.

Rita's Baked Tofu

March 13, 2021 - 8:00am

Drain and press tofu to dry. Cut into small cubes and wrap in tea towel.

Food Friday: 'Quick & Simple' Cooking With Jacques Pépin

October 9, 2020 - 3:30pm

On this week's Food Friday, we check back in with chef Jacques Pépin about his latest book which celebrates quick and simple cooking.

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UW-Madison, Marquette Introduce New Basketball Coaches

What Makes A Film 'Classic?' It's More Than Just Old Hollywood, Film Scholar Says

'Bitten With The Concrete Bug': Sculpture Gardens Showcase Wisconsin's Outsider Artists

More Than 100 Wisconsin High Schools Are Playing Football This Spring

Wisconsin's First Female Lieutenant Governor, Plus Gender Parity In Politics

WHYsconsin: What's With Wisconsin's Artist Environments?

Never Write In The Language Of The Colonizer

Food Friday: Maple Syrup Season

March Madness Begins

Wisconsin Singer Wins Grammy For Best Classical Solo Vocal Album

March Madness: No. 9 Seed Badgers Prepare To Face Tar Heels Friday

How To Make Methunky, The Beloved Czech 'Sauerkraut Cookie'

What's One Movie You Think Everyone Should See?

Frozen Four: UW Women Face Ohio State In Semifinal

Rita's Baked Tofu

Food Friday: 'Quick & Simple' Cooking With Jacques Pépin

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