WPR Programs

This is an alphabetical listing of all programs carried by WPR's Ideas Network and the News & Music Network. It also includes regional talk shows.

Public Radio Program's 1A with Jenn White

1A

With a name inspired by the First Amendment, the two-hour "1A" with Host Jenn White explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program is produced by WAMU in Washington, D.C. "1A" airs weekdays from 9 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. WPR also airs "1A Plus" which highlights the strongest content from 1A's daily offering. It airs at 6:00 p.m. the same day.

1A Plus

"1A Plus" airs at 6 p.m. weekdays on the Ideas network. It highlights the strongest content from 1A's weekday 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. offering. Hosted by Jenn White and produced by WAMU in Washington, D.C., the program explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country.

A Way With Words

"A Way With Words" is a nationwide public radio show about language examined through history, culture, and family. Co-hosts Martha Barnette and Grant Barrett talk with callers from around the world about slang, grammar, old sayings, word origins, regional dialects, family expressions, and speaking and writing well. "A Way With Words" can be heard Sundays at 9 a.m.

All Things Considered

"All Things Considered," is the most listened-to, afternoon drive-time, news radio program in the country. Every weekday the two-hour show is hosted by Ailsa Chang, Mary Louise Kelly, Ari Shapiro and Juana Summers from NPR and WPR's Brady Carlson. During each broadcast, stories and reports come to listeners from NPR reporters and correspondents based throughout the United States and the world and WPR reporters around the state. The hosts interview newsmakers and contribute their own...

As It Happens

For more than 35 years "As It Happens," CBC's popular current affairs program, has explored the heart of stories from across the world. Whether it's happening in the streets of Belgrade, the dockyards of Vancouver, or the kitchens of Paris, interviews come from world leaders, deposed dictators, rabble-rousers, and bingo callers to find understanding in the story behind the story. The hosts are Carol Off and Jeff Douglas. "As It Happens" can be...

BBC Newsday

Newsday is produced by the BBC World Service and provides live global news, business and sports reporting from London, giving listeners a glimpse of the day ahead, or a recap of the day’s top stories. Listen Monday through Thursday evenings at 9pm on The Ideas Network.

BBC Newshour

The BBC Newshour delivers interviews, news and analysis of the day's global events. It airs weekdays at 3 p.m. on WPR's News & Music Network.

BBC World Service

The BBC World Service provides International news, analysis and information every evening and early morning on the Ideas Network and 4 a.m.to 5 a.m. weekdays on the NPR News & Music Network. See the latest BBC Schedule: 2020 BBC Summer Schedule | 2020 BBC Fall Schedule

BETA

"BETA" features playful and provocative profiles of the people and works changing our world through arts, pop culture and technology. The program is hosted by Doug Gordon and airs Saturdays at 9 a.m. on the NPR News & Classical Network and 11 a.m. on The Ideas Network. It's available for national distribution via PRX.

Beyond the Barrier

Host Chris Kuborn’s musical journey is continuing on from “Jazz Odyssey.” Since 2006, Chris offered us the best in modern jazz. He’ll now take us on another musical journey into the world of electronic and ambient music. “Beyond The Barrier” features soundscapes and music from the early pioneers in this genre to today’s newest artists. The program also features live, never-before heard music created just for each episode.

Please join Chris Kuborn to go beyond the normal and discover new worlds and realities on Wednesday nights from 10 p.m. to midnight on NPR News and Music 89.3 Green Bay and 89.7 Sister Bay.

Bullseye With Jesse Thorn

"Bullseye With Jesse Thorn" is a show about what's good in popular culture. Jesse hosts in-depth interviews with brilliant creators, culture picks from our favorite critics and irreverent original comedy. Each week, the guests on Bullseye include performers, artists, and authors who are shaping and documenting our culture right now.

"Bullseye" is produced by NPR and can be heard on the Ideas Network on Sundays at 11 a.m.

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Central Time

"Central Time" takes a unique approach to cover a mix of topics, finding the latest news, cultural trends, and exploring ideas -- big and small -- finding the best guests to discuss these thought-provoking topics. Listen on the Ideas Network from 3 to 6 p.m.

Chapter A Day

Started in 1931, "Chapter a Day" is WPR's longest-running program. Hosts read a chapter from a book each day. Genres range from works of fiction and non-fiction, including history, science and biography, and are read in half hour increments. "Chapter A Day" can be heard weekdays on the Ideas Network at 12:30 p.m. and 11 p.m.

Classical 24

Classical 24 is a nationally syndicated classical music service dedicated to live classical music programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Hear it on WPR's All Classical Network and as part of the overnight service on the News & Music Network.

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Classical Music

Produced and hosted by WPR's knowledgeable and enthusiastic music staff, our daily programs feature a wide variety of classical music drawn from WPR's vast music library, plus live performances from our studios and concert recordings made around Wisconsin. Classical Music can be heard each weekday on the NPR News & Music Network from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and weekday evenings starting at 8 p.m. On weekends you can enjoy classical music from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on Sunday evenings starting at 8 p.m.

Classics By Request

Host Ruthanne Bessman plays listener's classical requests and also features several special shows, such as the annual Oscars show and several kids' programs.

Listeners can submit their requests online (below) or call in during the show. "Classics By Request" can be heard on the NPR News & Music Network Saturdays starting at 10 a.m.

Code Switch / Life Kit

Every week, listeners will hear stories about race and identity that expand their minds, and learn practical ways to make their lives better. It's lifelong learning that ranges from the big picture to tiny details and everything in between. Come listen on The Ideas Network on Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m.

Exploring Music with Bill McGlaughlin

"Exploring Music with Bill McGlaughlin" delves into a wide assortment of topics in classical music. Each five-program series builds off a single theme, ranging from composer biographies to explorations of various cultures, musical styles, and time periods. Host Bill McGlaughlin provides special insights that he draws from his experience as a musician, conductor, broadcaster, and composer. "Exploring Music" can be heard weeknights from 8 to 9 p.m. on WPR's All Classical Network.

Fresh Air

"Fresh Air" with Terry Gross presents intimate conversations on contemporary arts and issues. The probing questions, revelatory interviews, and unusual insights break the mold of a traditional talk show. "Fresh Air" can be heard on The NPR News & Music Network weekdays at 7 p.m.

From the Top

"From the Top" celebrates the energy of America's kids and the power of classical music through NPR and PBS broadcasts, live events, education programs, and more. Based in Boston, "From the Top" is an independent non-profit organization that celebrates the power of music in the hands of extraordinary young people, reaching more than one million people each year. "From the Top" can be heard Sundays from 8 to 9 p.m. on WPR's NPR...

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Garden Talk

Join host Larry Meiller as he discusses gardening topics with his guests. This program is heard every Friday at 11 a.m. and rebroadcast on Saturday at 6 a.m. on WPR's Ideas Network stations.

Hidden Brain

Hidden Brain, hosted by social science correspondent Shankar Vedantam, links research from psychology and neurobiology with findings from economics, anthropology, and sociology, among other fields. The program reveals the unconscious patterns that drive human behavior, the biases that shape our choices, and the triggers that direct the course of our relationships. Hidden Brain airs Saturdays at 2 p.m. on the Ideas Network.

HmongBAEs

"HmongBAEs" is a podcast series addressing issues faced by Hmong-American high school students in the greater La Crosse area.

It's Been A Minute

Each week, It's Been a Minute features people in the culture who deserve your attention. Hosted by Britanny Luse, the show invites audience to make sense of the world through conversation. It airs on Saturdays at 12 p.m. and Sundays at 7 a.m. on The Ideas Network.

Jazz Network

"Jazz Network" delves into the world of mainstream jazz. Aficionados and novices alike will enjoy the unique insights of hosts Dee Alexander, John Hill, Leslie Keros, and Dave Schwan. "Jazz Network" can be heard Friday and Saturday nights 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. on WPR's NPR News & Music Network.

Jazz Night In America

Through music, story and conversations, "Jazz Night in America" ushers listeners from the front row to the backstage for an insiders’ look at jazz. The one-hour show is hosted by multiple Grammy Award winning bassist, composer and educator Christian McBride and speaks to jazz aficionados and casual fans alike. This program is heard at 9pm on Friday evenings on most WPR News & Music Network stations.

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Kalihweyo'se

"Kalihweyo'se," hosted by Chris Powless, strives to create a sense of community for Native American people and strengthen community ties in Northeastern Wisconsin. Listeners hear traditional and contemporary Native American music which includes rock, folk, country and rap genres. "Kalihweyo'se," which means "good message in the Oneida language, began on Wisconsin Public Radio in 1999 and is produced through the support of the Oneida Nation Arts Program. Tune into "Kalihweyo'se" on 89.3 WPNE FM and 89.7 WHND Thursdays at 10 p.m.

Latino USA

Latino USA, hosted by Maria Hinojosa, produces multimedia journalism that explores and gives a critical voice to the diversity of the American experience. This program can be heard Tuesdays at 10 p.m. on the Ideas network.

Live Wire

Live Wire captures the intimacy and energy of live theater for radio listeners everywhere. The show turns people on to an eclectic cadre of artists, musicians, writers, comedians and cultural observers. It's hosted by Luke Burbank and produced in Portland, Oregon. The program airs on Saturdays at 4 p.m. on the Ideas Network.

Marketplace

"Marketplace," hosted by Kai Ryssdal, targets the latest developments in both national and international business, the global economy, and wider events linked to the financial markets. The program is known for its timely, relevant and accessible coverage of business, economics and personal finance. "Marketplace" can be heard on the NPR News & Music Network weekdays from 6:30 to 7 p.m.

As the markets open, you can also listen to the Marketplace Morning...

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