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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 1:00pm |
Wisconsin Classical
First Of The Finales - Wisconsin orchestras are beginning to wrap up their concert seasons, with some of the most exciting programs of the year. |
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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 1:00pm |
To the Best of Our Knowledge
Hip Hop Future - The hip hop generation produced a sound that changed music, art, fashion and politics. What’s next? How hip hop is moving to the classroom… and the news desk. Plus a conversation with Colson Whitehead. |
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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 4:00pm |
University of the Air
Rabbi Menasseh ben Israel: The Most Famous Jew of His Time -- with Steven Nadler - Meet 17th-century rabbi, scholar, diplomat, and publisher Manasseh ben Israel and learn why a man hailed as a world celebrity died in poverty. Professor Steven Nadler is the author of "Menasseh ben Israel, Rabbi of Amsterdam."
Guest(s): Steven Nadler |
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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 8:00pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
Hopalong Cassidy - "The Bandits of Ridge Creek" :
Ace Britt has framed Tom Hinkley for robbing $30,000.
This episode was originally aired on April 02, 1950.
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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 8:30pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
The Burns and Allen Show - "Victory Garden" :
George explains rationing to Gracie. A Victory Garden is planned, a handyman is interviewed.
This episode was originally aired on March 30th, 1943.
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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 9:00pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
Strange Wills - "Seven Flights to Glory" :
The will of Lucy Witherspoon requires her son to give up his career as an artist.
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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 9:30pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
Suspense - "The Name of the Beast" :
A slightly mad painter finds himself protecting a murderer and dabbling a bit in death for himself.
This episode was originally aired on April 11th, 1946. |
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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 10:00pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
Buck Rogers - "The Cosmic Relativator" :
Dr. Huer's new Relativator is installed on Buck's ship. Killer Kane and Black Barney plan mayhem.
This episode was originally aired on April 21st, 1939. |
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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 10:15pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
Strange Dr. Weird - "Dead Man's Paradise" :
A mad scientist undergoes a genuine brain transplant.
This episode was originally aired on April 17th, 1945. |
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Sun, 04/15/2018 - 10:30pm |
Old Time Radio Drama
Boston Blackie - "The Wentworth Diamonds" :
When the famous Wentworth Diamonds are stolen, naturally Blackie is accused of the crime.
This episode was originally aired on April 25th, 1945. |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
More Women Become Candidates, Campaign Leaders - Women are taking greater leadership in political campaigns in Wisconsin and nationwide. Some are running for office themselves, and others are catapulting candidates toward Election Day. We detail the latest numbers as women answer the call to public service, and they explore barriers to success for women in politics.
Guest(s): Jessie Opoien, Kelly Dittmar |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
State Capitol Report: Sara's Law - Sara’s Law is now part of Wisconsin statute. The legislation protects attorneys, counsel, and guardians ad litem as they work in family court. We speak to a lawmaker who authored the measure. We also speak with two advocates, including a Wausau man whose wife’s murder inspired Sara’s Law.
Guest(s): Senator Jerry Petrowski, Scott Sann, Lance Leonhard |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 8:00am |
The Morning Show
Hunger And Homelessness In College - A typical college student has to deal with expensive textbooks, rising tuition costs, and balancing work and school. But a significant portion of students, just over a third, also struggle to regularly get good, nutritious food on the table. Another third have reported dealing with housing insecurity. We break down the numbers and talk about why college students are struggling to get their basic needs met as much as they are to ace their exams.
Guest(s): Sara Goldrick-Rab |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 10:00am |
The West Side with Rich Kremer
The West Side, April 16, 2018 - Renewable energy projects in western Wisconsin was the topic of discussion on The West Side. |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Physical Therapy Advice: Headaches - Can physical therapy help with migraines and other types of headaches? We talk to our PT specialists about what they can and cannot do to help with these problems.
Guest(s): Jill Thein-Nissenbaum, Lori Thein Brody |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 12:00pm |
The Midday
Wisconsin Youth Symphany Orchestras Ensembles II - Three ensembles including a string quartet, a woodwind quintet and brass quintet from the Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestras (WYSO) perform live from Wisconsin Public Radio's Buck Studio. Norman again talks to the WYSO Chamber Music Program Director Karl Lavine about the program.
The ensembles perform selections from Haydn's String Quartet No. 2 in D minor, Charles Lefebvre's Suite Opus 37, and Victor Ewald's Brass Quintet No. 1.
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
The Elephant Whisperer 16 of 20 - Jim Fleming begins a final week reading from "The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild" by Lawrence Anthony with Graham Spence. Elephants had been absent from Zululand for a century but now Lawrence has established a small herd on his reserve and they are doing well. There are dangers on the reserve, however, that involve the people as well as the wildlife. |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 3:00pm |
Central Time
Missile Strikes In Syria, David Sedaris, Climate Change And Ticks - Humorist David Sedaris will be in Wausau and Milwaukee this week. He chats with us about the diary he has kept for over 40 years. Climate change is altering the usual distribution of plants, animals, and diseases. We learn how the increased range of ticks could impact human health. And we cover a top news story of the day. |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 4:00pm |
Central Time
Winter Storm, Texting Behind The Wheel, Are You Noticing The Tax Cuts? - Wisconsin was pummeled by an unusually powerful spring snow storm. We'll find out what factors combined to make it happen. Despite educational campaigns and efforts to make it a ticketable offense, more drivers than ever are texting while driving. We find out why it's such a concern. President Trump has been emphasizing the difference that Americans should be feeling from the tax cuts that took effect on January 1. We look at what effects average earners might notice. |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
The Decline Of Catholic Education - After 134 years, St. Gregory Catholic School in St. Nazianz, Wisconsin is shutting its doors. St. Gregory’s isn’t alone, though. Over the past 50 years, the number of Catholic schools in the U.S. has diminished sharply, from about 13,000 schools in the mid-twentieth century to about 7,000 now. We talk about why Catholic schools are closing, how this trend affects poor and minority communities, and the state of American Catholicism and education.
Guest(s): Carol Ann MacGregor |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
Analyzing James Comey's Interview, Effects On Public Opinion - Former Federal Bureau of Investigation director James Comey shared his side of the story in a wide ranging interview this week that touched on the investigation of Hillary Clinton’s use of a private email account, his view of the FBI and conversations with President Donald Trump. This comes about a year after his surprise firing, and in advance of the release of his autobiography Tuesday. We look at the effects this has on public opinion and on the state of political discourse.
Guest(s): Tim Hagle |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 8:00am |
The Morning Show
Gift Tax Rules, Shopping For A New iPhone Battery, and Why Wisconsin Is Good For Millennials - It’s the tail end of the April tax season. In this edition of “On Your Money,” financial planner Kevin McKinley explains the tax implications of big-money gifts and what the new tax rules mean for home loans.
Guest(s): Kevin McKinley |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Resilience And Our Dogs - We talk with internationally known animal behaviorist Patricia McConnell, about resilience in dogs and why it’s important. She also talks about PTSD and how it relates to resiliency.
Guest(s): Patricia McConnell |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
The Elephant Whisperer 17 of 20 - Jim Fleming begins a final week reading from "The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the herd in the African Wild" by Lawrence Anthony with Graham Spence. Elephants had been absent from Zululand for a century but now Lawrence has established a small herd on his reserve and they are doing well. There are dangers on the reserve, however, that involve the people as well as the wildlife. |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 3:00pm |
Central Time
News, How #NeverAgain Is Changing Gun Politics, Tools For Navigating Social Media - Attorney General Brad Schimel says if it weren't for Wisconsin's voter ID law, Hillary Clinton and Russ Feingold may have won the state in 2016. We look at the data on voter ID and voter fraud. Then, while issues of gun violence have long been a problem in many predominantly black neighborhoods, a lot of media focus has been given to gun violence in predominantly white, privileged areas. We take a look at how the #neveragain movement is unifying the activism against gun violence, regardless of race. We also discuss how we can navigate social media safely and wisely. |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 4:00pm |
Central Time
Future of the Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District, Former FBI Director James Comey Releases Tell-All Book, 'Cheese, Wheat, and Alcohol' And Their Role In Human Evolution - Today is the release date of former FBI director James Comey's tell-all book about working in the Trump administration. We talk with an expert about what to make of the new release. We also talk to a UW-Madison expert about what three common Wisconsin products-- cheese, wheat, and alcohol-- have to do with human evolution. We also discuss where Wisconsin's 1st congressional district is headed. |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
How Do Urban Areas Affect Animals? - What do ants, beavers and humans have in common? They’ve all built structures so huge and complex that other organisms have changed their behavior. Ants build nests; beavers build dams; humans build cities… And our guest says humans are the single most important environmental force on earth, even though that hasn’t always been the case. We talk about a theory that explores the role of humans in animal evolution.
Guest(s): Menno Schilthuizen |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
2018 State Of The Air Shows Pollution, Clean Air In Wisconsin Counties - Some of Wisconsin’s counties get an F for ozone air quality. The annual State of the Air report shows certain areas of Wisconsin struggle with clean air. The study also illuminates progress toward cleaner air. Our guest directed the project and analyzed data. She explains the factors that contribute to air pollution, what the numbers reveal, and how the air we breathe affects our health.
Guest(s): Janice Nolen, Randolph Lipchik |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 8:00am |
The Morning Show
Taking Stock Of The Airline Industry In 2018 - The airline industry has seen its fair share of turbulence over the past year. Controversies overs passenger “bumping” and the handling of pets have dominated headlines and news coverage. Now, safety concerns are being added to that list, after budget airline Allegiant found itself at the center of a 60 Minutes investigation. We look at the state of the airlines, the issues currently facing the industry, and what flyers can expect as we approach the busy summer travel season.
Guest(s): Seth Kaplan |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Insect Update: Bugs Of Spring - Warmer weather will soon be bringing the first round of spring insects. Entomologist Phil Pellitteri is back to talk about tick season and insects that hatch when leaves start to emerge.
Guest(s): Phil Pellitteri |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
The Elephant Whisperer 18 of 20 - Jim Fleming begins a final week reading from "The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild" by Lawrence Anthony with Graham Spence. Elephants had been absent from Zululand for a century but now Lawrence has established a small herd on his reserve and they are doing well. Now they've found a baby elephant in trouble and things may not go as well. |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 3:00pm |
Central Time
Week in Washington, WisContext: Legal Issues Surrounding FoxConn Water Diversion, Photo Exhibit To Feature Oshkosh People Of Color And Their Stories - A new traveling photo exhibit will showcase the stories of people of color in the Oshkosh area, a city that is 89% white. We find out more about the exhibit, called Color-Brave, and its goals. We also take a look at issues surrounding water supply for the FoxConn plant with a WisContext contributor. Additionally, we discuss this week's top national news on Week in Washington. |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 4:00pm |
Central Time
What To Know About The Hemp Bill, Milwaukee Students Heading To Robotics World Championships, How America Has Criminalized Mental Illness - A former Marketplace reporter has written a new book about mental illness in the United States-- from lack of adequate funding to the issue to treating mentally ill like criminals in many cases. We talk to the author about their research. We also hear from the coach of a Milwaukee high school robotics team that will be moving on to the World Championships after winning regionals and discuss the approved bill to grow hemp in Wisconsin. |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
Being Jewish In America In The Age Of Trump - A vicious Twitter attack prompted a writer to question how people from different political beliefs perceive people who are Jewish. Our guest says anti-Semitism is a real modern threat, especially with President Donald Trump in office. Jonathan Weisman details the problem and proposes uniting to defend society’s most vulnerable.
Guest(s): Jonathan Weisman |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
A Life Of Firsts: The Legacy Of Vel Phillips - Before the catalytic 200 nights of fair housing marches in Milwaukee and before Lyndon B. Johnson’s federal fair housing legislation, there was Vel Phillips. Phillips passed away on Tuesday. Today we celebrate the life and legacy of the first black female graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School, the first black judge in Wisconsin, the first black and first female alderman on the Milwaukee City Council, he first black judge in Wisconsin, and the the first black and first female to be elected to statewide executive office in the United States: Vel Phillips.
Guest(s): Genevieve G. McBride |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 8:00am |
The Morning Show
Are We Killing Ourselves To Live Longer? - When it comes to our lives, are we putting too much emphasis on the quantity of our years...rather than the quality of them? In a world of constant scans, screenings and so on, some argue that our healthcare system pushes us towards the idea of longevity, even though death is so often out of our control. Is there a better way? Our guest this hour says we’re all too often killing ourselves to live longer, and perhaps it’s time to rethink many of the attitudes we have about death, in order to live a better life.
Guest(s): Barbara Ehrenreich |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 10:00am |
Newsmakers
Newsmakers, April 19, 2018 - Co.Starters- Entrepreneurs in La Crosse and Viroqua have tapped into the national program that provides advice on starting a business from local business owners. We talk about how the program works, its early success and plans to expand the program to Monroe County later this year.
Guest(s): Nora Roughen-Schmidt, Aaron Reimler, Mike Palin, Lissa Carlson |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 10:00am |
Route 51
Route 51, April 19, 2018 - New Political Leadership: Mayors Of Merrill, Rhinelander And Wisconsin Rapids. |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Vehicle Maintenance: National Car Care Month - Just like us, our cars should get an annual checkup. Our vehicle maintenance specialist is back to talk about why it's important and what you should do to keep your car running in top shape.
Guest(s): Jim Ward |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
The Elephant Whisperer 19 of 20 - Jim Fleming begins a final week reading from "The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild" by Lawrence Anthony with Graham Spence. Elephants had been absent from Zululand for a century but now Lawrence has established a small herd on his reserve and they are doing well. |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 3:00pm |
Central Time
Governor Walker Seeks ACA Waiver To Create Reinsurance Program, Older Americans May Be Hooked On Vitamins, Supreme Court Hearing On Travel Ban - While there seems to be a suggested vitamin supplement for nearly every health problem these days, there is not often any conclusive evidence that the supplement will amend the problem. We learn more about why vitamins need to be taken with caution and consultation from an expert. We also take a look at the travel ban case, Trump V. Hawaii, that will go before the Supreme Court next week, and discuss a top news story. |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 4:00pm |
Central Time
Homes Near Foxconn Deemed Blighted But Things Aren't Adding Up, 40 Comedies That Changed The Way We Speak, Starbucks Arrests - Several homeowners in Racine County are fighting to keep their homes after receiving notice that their clearly maintained homes, despite being outside the established grid lines for Foxconn, are 'blighted' and must be given up. We take a closer look at that story. We also talk about hit comedies of the last 40 years such as "The Christmas Story" or "Clueless" that have become staples in our language. In addition, our guest explains why he says the arrests of two black men at a Starbucks in Philadelphia is representative of daily life for many African-Americans. |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 10:00pm |
To the Best of Our Knowledge
Traditional Knowledge - For two thousand years, Scandinavians have been chopping, stacking and seasoning wood to heat their homes. This week, we explore traditional knowledge – from Norwegian woodcraft to the art of tracking antelope. |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 6:00am |
The Morning Show
Wisconsin Weekend: Earth Day! - Sunday is Earth Day, and there’s plenty of opportunities around the state this weekend to do your part for the planet. We hear about Earth Day’s Wisconsin roots and learn more about its founder. Then, Wisconsin’s “e-cycling” coordinator talks about how you can help the Earth by properly recycling your old electronics. And, we talk with a bird expert about helping migratory birds during this difficult and snowy Spring as well as the benefits birds bring to the environment.
Guest(s): Matt Blessing, Sarah Murray, Bill Mueller |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 7:00am |
The Morning Show
Empowering People With Disabilities To Work - More companies are embracing workers who have autism. It’s part of a growing movement to help people with disabilities prepare for work and to help businesses accommodate their needs. Our guests include a state workforce development director and a human resources representative to detail efforts to match the right employees with the right roles. Plus hear from a Wisconsin man who explains how autism affects his job.
Guest(s): Deanna Krell, Austin Michalski, Staci Benz |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 8:00am |
The Morning Show
Week In Review: Vel Phillips, Back-And-Forth On Russian Sanctions - Our guests of differing political perspectives consider Vel Phillips' legacy and laws signed by Gov. Scott Walker this week. They also dig into the latest news on America's relationships with Russia and North Korea and .
Guest(s): Tony Palmeri, Michelle Litjens |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 10:00am |
The Odyssey Series
Mario Bauza - As a seminal figure in North American music Mario Bauzá like many of his contemporaries, helped to usher in the sound of Afro-Cuban music with North American Jazz in the 1940s. |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 10:00am |
Hear Me Out
Hear Me Out, April 20, 2018 - Young Professionals - We're talking about the search for young talent with Mary Lois Bolka, sector and strategies coordinator for the Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board. Bolka oversees the Young Professionals group in the Chequamegon Bay area. Beginning Sunday, the area will host a week of events targeting young talent.
Guest(s): Mary Lois Bolka, Emily Jeffress, Tessa Conroy |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 11:00am |
The Larry Meiller Show
Garden Talk: Spring Lawn Care - You may not be able to see your grass right now - but you will soon. We talk to a turf expert about what you should do to care for your lawn this spring.
Guest(s): Doug Soldat |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 12:00pm |
The Midday
Violinist Ilya Kaler - Ruthanne Bessman welcomes violinist Ilya Kaler who will be performing with the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra this evening in the Capitol Theater in the Overture Center in Madison. He is the winner of three international violin competition gold medals and has released several highly acclaimed recordings for the Naxos label.
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 12:30pm |
Chapter A Day
The Elephant Whisperer 20 of 20 - Jim Fleming reads for one last time from "The Elephant Whisperer: My Life with the Herd in the African Wild" by Lawrence Anthony with Graham Spence. Lawrence has done well bringing elephants back to Zululand. There will still be problems, but the course for the future is hopeful. |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 3:00pm |
Central Time
Senator Schumer Introduces Bill To Decriminalize Marijuana Use At The Federal Level, Musical Duo Takes John-Muir-Influenced Act Global, Food Friday: Hot Sauces - A husband and wife duo each with orchestra experience created a show revolving around the life and contributions of ecological pioneer John Muir and traveled around the world to perform it. We hear some of the music and hear from the couple. On Food Friday we discuss how to choose the right spicy flavors to liven up your cooking, and we take a look at a top news story. |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 4:00pm |
Central Time
WI News Roundup, The Problem With The Simpsons And Their Token Indian Character, More Changes To The Retail Landscape - The Simpsons character Apu was for many decades the show's token Indian character, perpetuating many Indian stereotypes as the owner of the Kwik-e-mart. We talk to a culture writer about what the show has done to acknowledge the problem. We also take a look at this week's Wisconsin news and discuss a news story you may have missed this week. |
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