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Sun, 01/12/2020 - 4:00pm |
University Of The Air
The Joy of Words - English is a rich but crazy language. Discover malapropisms, eponyms, portmanteaus, oxymorons, and other words about words in an hour celebrating the English language. Joining Emily Auerbach is self-proclaimed lexophile Marshall Cook, Emeritus Professor in the Division of Studies and author of 30 books of fiction and non-fiction.
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Sun, 01/12/2020 - 8:00pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
'The Great Gildersleeve' - Fibber McGee and Molly drop in on their former neighbor in Summerfield in an episode first broadcast on 1/10/43. |
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Sun, 01/12/2020 - 8:30pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
'Gunsmoke' - A lynching leads to revenge, but who's behind it--a question for Matt Dillon to confront in "Joke's on Us," Gunsmoke from 1/9/1954. |
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Sun, 01/12/2020 - 9:00pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
'Michael Shayne' - A waterfront slacker approaches Shayne talking about Tahlani’s Tears and gets knocked off. Cigarettes are harmful to your health in more ways than one when Michael Shayne takes on the Case of Tahlani's Tears. Originally broadcast 1/6/1949.
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Sun, 01/12/2020 - 9:30pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
'Escape' - A young woman whose mother has vanished encounters obstacles--including language--in her search through Paris in "The Vanishing Lady," originally broadcast 1/10/50. |
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Sun, 01/12/2020 - 10:00pm |
To the Best of Our Knowledge
Being Sincere in a Cynical World -
Why is the world so damn cynical? Rather than surrendering to corrosive, hopeless snark, we look to some unexpected sources — video games, the lives lead by those who leave hate groups, and the optimism of the Afrofuturist art and culture movement — to make the case for sincerity.
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Sun, 01/12/2020 - 10:00pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
'You Bet Your Life' - The toughest questions are about the contestants themselves when quizmaster Groucho Marx holds forth in You Bet Your Life. Originally broadcast 1/14/55. |
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Sun, 01/12/2020 - 10:30pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
'The Weird Circle' - A maid who likes rat poison, a serum to bring the dead to life, and a premonition of the future figure in the George Eliot story "The Lifted Veil," originally broadcast 1/9/44.. |
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Mon, 01/13/2020 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
Amid Dean And Borden Bankruptcies, We Look At The State Of Dairy - The recent bankruptcies of major dairy producers Dean Foods and Borden shine a light on the issues facing the larger supply chain, according to our guest, a dairy policy analyst. He frames the issue for us. Then, the president of the Wisconsin Farmers Union joins us to tell us what he’s seeing on the ground.
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Mon, 01/13/2020 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
State Capitol Report: Update With Elections Commission, Elder Abuse Legislation - On this week's edition of the State Capitol Report, the Wisconsin Elections Commission administrator brings us the latest on election security and we look ahead to the 2020 political contests. Then, we speak with a lawmaker who has introduced a package of bills addressing elder abuse.
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Mon, 01/13/2020 - 10:00am |
The West Side
The West Side, January 13, 2020 - Voter Registration- The tension between election security and voter access in western Wisconsin will be discussed on “The West Side.”
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Mon, 01/13/2020 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
What To Expect in Tech This Year - In the last decade, humans have fully embraced technology — from social media to smart homes. We talk with our tech experts about what new devices and technology we can expect to see in 2020.
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Mon, 01/13/2020 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
'The Soul Of An Octopus' 7 of 15 - From aquarium tanks to the reefs of French Polynesia, we befriend four octopuses with strikingly different personalities. Funny, touching, and profound, the book reveals what octopuses can teach us about the meeting of two very different minds. Susan Sweeney reads from 'The Soul Of An Octopus.'
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Mon, 01/13/2020 - 3:00pm |
Central Time
Lung Cancer Deaths Down, Elections Commission Held In Contempt, Trade War Leads To Lobbying Boom - Trade disputes with China and other countries challenged US manufacturers, but lobbyists cashed in. We find out how. And we get the latest on an increasingly politicized case of purging thousands of Wisconsin voters from the rolls. Plus, a look at what's behind a drop in lung cancer deaths.
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Mon, 01/13/2020 - 4:00pm |
Central Time
Iran Protests, Bald Eagle Update, Clean Drinking Water In Wisconsin - Almost every county in Wisconsin now reports nesting bald eagles. We talk with an expert about the eagle's comeback in the state. We also break down two reports on drinking water quality in Wisconsin. Plus, we'll talk about Iran's statement accepting blame for shooting down a passenger airliner.
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Tue, 01/14/2020 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
Doctor: How To Stay Healthy In Your 20s - Continuing a series on health throughout different stages of life, a physician joins the program to discuss how people in their 20s can eat nutritiously, avoid common causes of illness and set themselves up for good health later in life.
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Tue, 01/14/2020 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
Milwaukee Crime, Campaign Donations, Retail Closures - A retail industry analyst explains which stores are under pressure and which are set for growth in the digital age. But first, a reporter breaks down new Milwaukee crime numbers and a professor details why credit card companies love the rise of small campaign donations.
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Tue, 01/14/2020 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Stress And Resilience In Dementia - African Americans are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease as whites. Findings from the Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer’s Prevention (WRAP) study show stressful situations may be the reason for this gap. We talk to the author of the study about the results.
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Tue, 01/14/2020 - 11:45am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Tests And Treatments For Cardiac Patients - A diagnosis of cardiac disease can be scary, but it does not always mean you need to rush into health decisions. We look at various cardiac tests and treatments and talk about when they are critical or reasonable, and which could be unnecessary and even harmful.
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Tue, 01/14/2020 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
'The Soul Of An Octopus' 8 of 15 - From aquarium tanks to the reefs of French Polynesia, we befriend four octopuses with strikingly different personalities. Funny, touching, and profound, the book reveals what octopuses can teach us about the meeting of two very different minds. Susan Sweeney reads from 'The Soul Of An Octopus.'
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Tue, 01/14/2020 - 3:00pm |
Central Time
Understanding Global Trade At A Local Level, Phone Data Captured While People Are At Church, New Student Loan Debt Numbers - Global trade agreements can seem abstract, but we discuss how daily use products can help us understand the markets better. Then we learn why a conservative group is apprehending churchgoers' data from cell phones while they worship. And we look at a new report on student loan debt in Wisconsin.
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Tue, 01/14/2020 - 4:00pm |
Central Time
Cars In 2020, Impeachment Latest - An automotive reporter gives us a run-down on new, non-electric vehicles still generating a buzz for this latest model year, including a re-designed Ford Bronco SUV. Then we discuss the latest developments as the impeachment of President Trump heads towards a trial in the Senate.
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Wed, 01/15/2020 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
Genetic Testing And Privacy Laws - More than 26 million consumers added their DNA to ancestry and health databases last year, according to MIT Technology Review. The Wisconsin Legislative Reference Bureau recently released a report analyzing laws on genetic privacy. A genetic scientist and legislative analyst explain what you need to know.
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Wed, 01/15/2020 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
Trump Visits Milwaukee, Flu Season Peak Ahead, Live Theater And Learning Outcomes - We discuss President Trump’s visit to Milwaukee, which people started lining up for a day in advance. Then, a doctor explains why health officials are concerned about this year’s flu season. Last, a theater professor joins to share research on the educational benefits of watching live shows.
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Wed, 01/15/2020 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Insect Update: Asian Giant Hornets - A few of the largest hornets in the world have found their way to North America. We talk about these hornets and another Asian invader, the longhorn tick, with our entomologist guest.
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Wed, 01/15/2020 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
'The Soul Of An Octopus' 9 of 15 - From aquarium tanks to the reefs of French Polynesia, we befriend four octopuses with strikingly different personalities. Funny, touching, and profound, the book reveals what octopuses can teach us about the meeting of two very different minds. Susan Sweeney reads from 'The Soul Of An Octopus.'
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Wed, 01/15/2020 - 3:00pm |
Central Time
Emergency Room Reality, Ice Harvesting History, Week In Washington - We get an inside look at hospital life from an emergency room physician. Then we learn about the history of ice harvesting in Wisconsin. And our weekly roundup of Washington news includes the House vote on sending articles of impeachment to the Senate side of Capitol Hill.
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Wed, 01/15/2020 - 4:00pm |
Central Time
The Day After Trump's Rally In Milwaukee, Wisconsin Wheelchair Soccer, Researching Compassion Training For Parents - Donald Trump came to Wisconsin for a rally Tuesday night in Milwaukee -- we look back at how it went. Then we talk to members from Wisconsin wheelchair soccer teams who are set to play each other this weekend in a tournament. And we learn about new research on the impact of compassionate parenting.
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Wed, 01/15/2020 - 10:00pm |
To the Best of Our Knowledge
Why Go To War - The escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran has a lot of people on edge, worried that we're on the verge of yet another war. So what if we step back and ask a bigger question: why do we go to war? What is the perennial attraction of armed conflict? |
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
What Does It Mean To Be A Boy? - Journalist Peggy Orenstein has been reporting on young women’s experiences with sex, gender and intimacy for 25 years. She discusses her latest book, where she turned the lens on young men to understand how they navigate growing up, relationships, and the often harsh expectations of masculinity.
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
Attorney General Josh Kaul, But First Chicago-Rock Band Raises Funds For Mental Health - After a long hiatus, Chicago metal-band Janus’ singer-songwriter talks about the journey to raise awareness and funding for mental health. Then, Attorney General Josh Kaul discusses issues facing the state including voter rolls, sex trafficking, water pollution, the opioid epidemic and other topics.
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 10:00am |
Spectrum West with Al Ross
Spectrum West, January 16, 2020 - Jazz percussionist, Play Director, Musical Tribute and Sculptor- Jazz percussionist and University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire graduate David Whitman is a guest on “Spectrum West.” This week also features interviews with the director of upcoming play in Hudson, the star of a musical tribute and a sculptor with a current art display, both happening in Eau Claire.
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 10:00am |
Newsmakers
Newsmakers, January 16, 2020 - Flood Mitigation Grant; 2020 MLK Celebration Speaker- We talk about a major federal grant that has been awarded to four flood-ravaged villages in southwestern Wisconsin that will help them make plans to move homes and businesses in the floodplain. We'll also preview this year's Martin Luther King Jr. community celebration in La Crosse by talking to Lynda Blackmon Lowery about her address.
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 10:00am |
Route 51
Jan. 16, The Bullying Problem - Shereen Siewert welcomes Wausau School Board Vice President Pat McKee and Peaceful Solutions Counseling co-founder Lee Shipway for a frank discussion on bullying in local schools, the role of educators in mitigating the issue and coping mechanisms to help children and parents deal with the problem.
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Old Family Photos And The Digital Age - January is the perfect time to start getting your old photos in order. We talk with a photographer and digital technology educator about how to organize, scan and back up digital copies.
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 11:45am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Bald Eagles In Wisconsin - It’s time to celebrate bald eagles along the Mississippi. We talk about the upcoming Bald Eagle Watching Days and look at the amazing comeback of these raptors in Wisconsin.
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
'The Soul Of An Octopus' 10 of 15 - From aquarium tanks to the reefs of French Polynesia, we befriend four octopuses with strikingly different personalities. Funny, touching, and profound, the book reveals what octopuses can teach us about the meeting of two very different minds. Susan Sweeney reads from 'The Soul Of An Octopus.'
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 3:00pm |
Central Time
The Strong Link Between Mental Illness And Incarceration, Marquette Law School Poll Covers Iran Conflict - We have an extended conversation with a researcher who's documented people with serious mental illness who enter a cycle of incarceration and homelessness. And we learn about the results of a new poll that included questions about how President Trump has handled tensions with Iran.
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Thu, 01/16/2020 - 4:00pm |
Central Time
Parsing "Phase I" Of New US Trade Deal With China, A Bill For Wheelchair Technology Accessibility, AUMF And Iran - We break down what's in, and what's missing, from the first part of a new trade deal with China. Then we speak with a state lawmaker about his new bill that would increase accessibility for wheelchair technology. And we discuss the president's authority to take war-like actions.
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Fri, 01/17/2020 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
Looking Back On 25 Years Of MLK Day And Modern Civil Rights - This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Martin Luther King Jr. day of service. We explore the significance of the federal declaration and discuss the modern struggle for equity.
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Fri, 01/17/2020 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
UW-Oshkosh Plea Deal, Ice Industry, Damaged Dams - A reporter shares new developments in a high-profile case that ensnared two former UW-Oshkosh administrators, prompted numerous audits and led to several court battles. Then, we learn about Wisconsin's vanished ice industry and how some dams are under stress from severe flooding.
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Fri, 01/17/2020 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Garden Talk: Apples To Apples - Apple trees are a great addition to the garden. We talk about selecting varieties, pruning and non-chemical management. We also learn about what it takes to start a business growing and selling them.
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Fri, 01/17/2020 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
'The Soul Of An Octopus' 11 of 15 - From aquarium tanks to the reefs of French Polynesia, we befriend four octopuses with strikingly different personalities. Funny, touching, and profound, the book reveals what octopuses can teach us about the meeting of two very different minds. Susan Sweeney reads from 'The Soul Of An Octopus.'
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