Thu, 03/21/2019 - 6:00pm |
Wisconsin Supreme Court Candidate Interviews With Judge Brian Hagedorn And Judge Lisa Neubauer, Why Evers' Is Proposing More Accessible Unemployment Benefits - We hear from both Judge Brian Hagedorn and Judge Lisa Neubauer who are running for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. And, Governor Evers' budget proposal includes plans to increase unemployment benefits and remove some of the existing barriers for those applying. We discuss what that might mean for Wisconsin and how it compares nationwide. |
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Thu, 03/21/2019 - 5:00pm |
The History Of Yooper Culture, Why Strokes Happen, Gov. Evers' $2.5 Billion Capital Budget Rejected By State Republicans - Residents of Michigan's Upper Peninsula have long been coined "yoopers", we talk about their identity, dialect and lifestyle. We also hear from a cardiovascular expert about what to be aware of in order to avoid unexpected heart problems, such as a heart attack. We also learn about a top news story. |
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Wed, 03/20/2019 - 6:00pm |
A Mathematician On Making Your Best Bracket, Growing Levels Of Stress And Anxiety Grip Girls, Water Quality Task Force Has First Hearing - We get the rundown on creating a perfect bracket, just in time for March Madness. And, while anxiety and stress levels have risen in young people in general, studies show that girls are experiencing the bulk of it. We talk with a clinical psychologist about the alarming increase in these feelings and what parents and educators can do to support girls experiencing them. And we discuss the first day of hearings for the state's new bipartisan task force on water quality in Wisconsin with its Republican chair. |
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Wed, 03/20/2019 - 5:00pm |
Using Our Climate's Past To Understand Its Future, Appleton's History Museum Exhibit Aims To 'Bridge Gaps', National News - A geography professor at UW-Madison has played a key role in a study that uses historical climate data to predict future conditions. We hear about how the study works and key findings. We also learn about an exhibit at the Appleton History Museum at the Castle that aims to create conversation around polarization and isolation American society, past and present. |
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Tue, 03/19/2019 - 6:00pm |
Understanding Radicalization In The Context Of A Mass Shooting, The Constant Churn Of Nutritional Research - As the community of Christchurch in New Zealand comes to terms after a suspected gunman shot and killed 50 of its congregation members, we consider the influence of radical attitudes and the potential role of social media. We also talk about how all the different nutritional studies and research can make being a health-conscious consumer stressful. |
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Tue, 03/19/2019 - 5:00pm |
Why Community Colleges Deserve More Consideration, Program Offers Relationship Support To Troops And Their Families, And A Setback For Luxurious Golf Course Plan - We talk about why the push for four-year schools is often big for soon-to-be high school graduates and why vocational schools and community colleges are often overlooked. And, how a program created for troops and family members of the Wisconsin National aims to strengthen relationships and reduce stress. We also explore a state judge's decision that blocks a high-end golf course from being built along Lake Michigan. |
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Mon, 03/18/2019 - 6:00pm |
More Stores Going Cashless, State Supreme Court Debate, Connecticut Ruling Paves The Way For Lawsuit Against Gunmakers - The Connecticut Supreme Court has cleared the way for a lawsuit targeting companies that manufactured and sold the semiautomatic rifle used in the Sandy Hook shooting. We talk with a gun policy expert about the history of similar lawsuits and what could happen going forward. We also discuss the rise in stores refusing cash payment and we recap Friday's debate for Wisconsin Supreme Court justice. |
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Mon, 03/18/2019 - 5:00pm |
America's Work Culture Is Religious, How Aldi Worked Its Way To The Top Of The Grocery Game, News - As more Americans retreat from religion, people have chosen other things to devote themselves to, including work. We talk about the parallels our guest sees between religious practices and what he calls workism. We also discuss how the German-based grocer Aldi has grown to such popularity in America and we take a look at a top news story. |
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Fri, 03/15/2019 - 6:00pm |
Why President Trump's Pick To Replace Kavanaugh's Old Position Has Big Impact, Wisconsin Flooding - On Wednesday, Neomi Rao was confirmed on the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals replacing the position of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. We talk about the importance of this 'lower court' and controversy over Rao's past writing on sexual assault. |
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Fri, 03/15/2019 - 5:00pm |
Recreating Your Favorite Meals For Different Diners, Where Is The Jayme Closs Case Now, What Father's Add To Their Children's Development - The cookbook king Mark Bittman (known for How To Cook Everything) has a book out all about how to create some of your favorite recipes for different people-- a large group, a vegan-eater, or whatever it might be. He joins us to talk about a few of the dishes he's focused on recreating. We also check-in on what further information we've gathered about the accused kidnapper in the Jayme Closs case and we talk with a sociologist about the unique contributions a father can give in a child's life. |
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Thu, 03/14/2019 - 6:00pm |
Why Urban Policing Methods Need A Makeover, College Admission Scandal - Falsified test scores and athletic achievements are just part of the story in a college admissions scandal involving several elite schools. We unravel the full story and talk about how this will impact the schools involved. We also hear from a reporter who says the way we police so-called dangerous neighborhoods lacks an understanding of how and why violence happens in our cities. |
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Thu, 03/14/2019 - 5:00pm |
Piecing Together The Puzzle Of Your Own Family History, Freedom Rider Activist On Civil Rights And Fighting Racism, National Emergency Vote - A civil rights icon and Freedom Rider recently spoke at a Wisconsin high school. She joins us to share her experience as an activist. We hear from a geneaology expert about how to piece together your family history, with or without the help of a paid service, and how to make sense of what you find. And we discuss the U.S. Senate's vote to terminate President Trump's national emergency. |
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Wed, 03/13/2019 - 6:00pm |
What The Nation Needs To Know About Wisconsin Prior To 2020 DNC, Where Elite Colleges Fail Disadvantaged Students, New Sites Announced For New State-Run Youth Prisons - The decision to bring the DNC to Milwaukee in 2020 means Wisconsin will be in the spotlight. What is it that you want national visitors to know about our state? We hear from you and we talk to the author of a new book who says, once orientation comes and goes, disadvantaged students are forgotten at elite colleges. We also take a look at top news. |
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Wed, 03/13/2019 - 5:00pm |
Radon Levels In Your Home, Evolving Research On Bird Flu, Week In Washington - Radon is a naturally occurring gas that you can't see or smell. It is both radioactive and the second-leading cause of lung cancer. We learn why testing your home for radon levels might be a good idea. We also hear about research from UW-Madison on the so-called super flu and we take a look at top national news. |
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Tue, 03/12/2019 - 6:00pm |
How To Tolerate The Foods We Hate, Wisconsin Democrats Renew Push For State-Run Student Loan Refinancing Authority - Are there certain foods that you just cannot stand? We discuss why this happens and what how we can overcome our food aversions. We also look at a top news story. |
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Tue, 03/12/2019 - 5:00pm |
Black Homeownership Continues At Historic Low, What Can We Expect From Foxconn In Wisconsin? - Historically, African Americans and other people of color have been kept from homeownership opportunities due to redlining, discrimination in lending opportunities and disparities in homebuyer knowledge. We discuss what advantage homeownership gives and individual and how what it would take to turn this situation around. We also look at what Foxconn facilities Wisconsin might actually see being built here. |
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Mon, 03/11/2019 - 6:00pm |
Mapping The Nation's Partisan Prejudices, Pro-Life Approach To Title X Ruling - We talk with the head of Wisconsin Right to Life about her reaction to the Trump administrations' rule that would make significant changes to Title X, the federal program that funds reproductive health services. We also get her reaction to Attorney General Josh Kaul's decision to support a lawsuit against it. And, we take a look at a new ranking of counties in the U.S. based on partisan prejudice. |
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Mon, 03/11/2019 - 5:00pm |
Science News, Trump's Budget Proposal - An editor at Discover Magazine joins us to share the latest stories in the science world and we take a look at President Donald Trump's proposed budget for 2020. |
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Fri, 03/08/2019 - 6:00pm |
Looking For Alternative Methods To Salt, High Housing Costs An Obstacle To Refugees - According to the Department of Transportation, Wisconsin uses more than 500,000 tons of rock salt annually, taking a big toll on budgets and bodies of water. We talk about what some cities around the state are looking toward for alternatives. We also learn why unaffordable housing has posed a big problem for agencies looking to resettle refugees in Madison. |
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Fri, 03/08/2019 - 5:00pm |
Savory And Sweet Pancakes To Make For Any Meal, Facebook Will 'Pivot To Privacy' - If you've never stepped beyond the basic pancake mix box, we have a few suggestions for you to change up your game. We talk all about pancakes with our Food Friday guest. We also take a look at a top news story. |
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Thu, 03/07/2019 - 6:00pm |
UW Professor Discovers The T. Rex's Skillful Maneuverabliity, VR Project Captures Immigrant Experience, Popular Vote Movement Gaining Support - A Wisconsin filmmaker has created an immersive experience for the viewers of his latest project, a virtual reality film about the experience of a couple raising their daughter after recently immigrating to the U.S. We hear from the filmmaker. We also learn about some new discoveries about the T. rex and we talk about the growing momentum of the popular vote movement. |
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Thu, 03/07/2019 - 5:00pm |
The Milwaukee Historic Fire You've Never Heard Of, State Assembly Speaker Vos Announces New Suicide Prevention Task Force - In 1883 Milwaukee was home to one of the tallest buildings in the nation until it became one of history's big mysteries. We learn the details of the destructive fire that left the Newhall House hotel in shambles and more than seventy people dead. We also take a look at a top news story. |
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Wed, 03/06/2019 - 6:00pm |
Wisconsin Couple Saying Goodbye To Massive Antique Phone Collection, News - A Wisconsin couple has decided to part with their massive collection of antique phones, including several collectible models that have appeared in plays and movies. We hear more about how they got started with their unique collection and what's compelling them to let it go now. We also take a look at a top news story. |
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Wed, 03/06/2019 - 5:00pm |
Women In Wisconsin Politics, Week In Washington - The number of women holding political positions in Wisconsin has fluctuated throughout the years, including all-time highs in the state legislature in 1989 and 2003. We take a look at the data and trends to find out more about how Wisconsin compares to the national story. We also take a look at this week's top national news. |
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Tue, 03/05/2019 - 6:00pm |
Program For Undecided College Students, Wisconsin Woman Crafts Diverse Dolls, Governor Evers Proposes Changes To Labor Laws - A New Berlin woman with a love for dolls has turned her hobby into a growing business, creating custom dolls for children that don't see themselves reflected in the current toy market. We also hear about a college program to help students uncertain about their major, and we learn more about Governor Evers' proposal to make changes to some Walker-era labor laws. |
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Tue, 03/05/2019 - 5:00pm |
A Renewed Interest In Hemp, Top News Story - After 2018's industrial hemp pilot program, more than 2,000 applications to grow or process industrial hemp have been filed for this year. We hear from a reporter about what the experience has been like for farmers testing it out in 2018. We also take a look at a top news story. |
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Mon, 03/04/2019 - 6:00pm |
The Future Of Baseball, Establishing A 'Normal' Relationship With Food, Democratic Presidential Candidates Spend Time In Wisconsin - We spend a lot of time thinking about what we eat, maybe feeling guilty about an extra donut or a fast food meal. We talk with a guest who says we should think about why we're eating and let go of the guilt we associate with food choices. We also talk about the future of baseball, with the world of contracts seeing drastic changes, and we take a look at a top news story. |
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Mon, 03/04/2019 - 5:00pm |
How BadgerCare Expansion Would Affect The State, The Best Way To Book A Vacation, Lessons From New York's Youth Prison Plan - As Wisconsin considers options to its juvenile justice system, we take a look at what we can learn from New York's reform efforts. We also talk about the best way to book a vacation and we discuss what expansion of BadgerCare would mean for the state. |
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Fri, 03/01/2019 - 6:00pm |
Wisconsin Champion Auctioneer On Her Career, Governor Evers' Unveiled Budge, Wisconsin News - It takes more than fast talk to be a skilled auctioneer. We hear from Wisconsin's 2019 champion about her early start in the field and what it takes to deliver on the job. We also recap what's in the new state budget, revealed by Governor Evers last night and we take a look at a top news story. |
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Fri, 03/01/2019 - 5:00pm |
Cooking With Wisconsin Cheese, Food And Farm Film Festival, No Deal Reached Between U.S. And North Korea - Maybe you already like eating Wisconsin cheese, but what about saving some to cook with? We talk with a Milwaukee author about how to incorporate cheese into your recipes. We also learn about Wisconsin's Food And Farm Film Festival and take a look at a top news story. |
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