Thu, 10/22/2020 - 11:00am |
Consumer Protection: Helping Young Adults - Surprisingly, young adults are more likely to get caught up in a scam than older adults. We talk about a new campaign from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection that is aimed at introducing young adults to practical consumer basics. |
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Wed, 10/21/2020 - 11:00am |
Insect Update: Pirate Bugs - For the most part, pirate bugs are beneficial, but you might not think so if you get bitten by one. We talk about these tiny bugs and this year’s crop of multicolored Asian lady beetles. |
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Tue, 10/20/2020 - 11:45am |
Teaching Behavioral Regulation To Kids With Autism - Children with autism, and their families, face a number of challenges, including meltdowns. We talk with a clinical psychologist and author about how to teach behavioral regulation. |
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Tue, 10/20/2020 - 11:00am |
Wisconsin’s Forests - We look at the importance and value of well-managed public and private forest lands in Wisconsin. Our guest is the host of the National TV program “America’s Forests with Chuck Leavell.” |
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Mon, 10/19/2020 - 11:00am |
Physical Therapy: Fall Chores And The Importance Of Core Strength - Many of us are busy getting the yard cleaned up before winter arrives. We talk with our physical therapists about how to do those extra chores in a way that is friendly to your body, and the important role core strength can play in injury prevention while doing things like raking leaves. |
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Fri, 10/16/2020 - 11:00am |
Garden Talk: Fall Perennial Care - All perennials are not created equal. We talk about how to successfully overwinter the perennials in your garden with our gardening expert from the Boerner Botanical Gardens. |
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Thu, 10/15/2020 - 11:00am |
Vehicle Maintenance: Winter Preparation - Many winter driving problems can be prevented. We talk with our vehicle expert about tire care, battery maintenance and other cold weather issues. |
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Wed, 10/14/2020 - 11:45am |
The International Wolf Center - The role of wolves in today's world is controversial. We talk to the director of the International Wolf Center’s efforts to educate us about wolves, their relationship to wildlands and our role in their future. |
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Wed, 10/14/2020 - 11:00am |
Discovering The Secrets Of A Mythic Animal - The longest running study of predators and prey has taken place on Lake Superior’s Isle Royale since the late 1950’s. We talk to one of the original researchers about it’s beginnings. |
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Tue, 10/13/2020 - 11:45am |
Science Update: Wisconsin Science Festival - This year’s Wisconsin Science Festival will look a little different than previous events. We talk about how to join in online and conduct experiments at home. We also look at the science of fall colors. |
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Tue, 10/13/2020 - 11:00am |
Dealing With Hearing Loss - It’s estimated that one out of 10 Americans are affected by hearing loss — especially as we age. We talk with an audiologist about what causes it, when you should get tested and what can be done to correct it. |
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Mon, 10/12/2020 - 11:00am |
Tech Advice: Understanding Cookies - These days, you're bound to encounter a cookies message in various forms all over the Internet, but what does this mean for you and your computer? We talk with a tech expert about cookies, how it impacts the sites you visit and whether you should accept. We also answer your tech-related questions. |
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Fri, 10/09/2020 - 11:00am |
Garden Talk: Plant Disease Recap - Did you have problems with disease in your garden this year? We recap the season’s top diseases and talk about how to keep this year’s problems from coming back next year . |
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Thu, 10/08/2020 - 11:00am |
Home Improvement: Is Your Home Ready For The Winter? - While the days remain mild throughout much of Wisconsin, winter weather will descend on the state soon enough. We get expert advice on heating systems, weatherizing the home for winter and what to consider when purchasing a new furnace. |
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Wed, 10/07/2020 - 11:00am |
Wildlife Update: Wisconsin Hunting Seasons - It’s hunting season in Wisconsin. We talk with our wildlife expert about how this year is different. We also hear about the latest updates from the DNR, discuss bird feeding and find out what’s happening with frogs in our state. |
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Tue, 10/06/2020 - 11:45am |
Wisconsin Sports Update - We take a look at what’s going on in Wisconsin sports with our WPR sports reporter. We talk with her about the latest news from the Packers, Bucks, Big Ten and recap the end of the Brewers season. |
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Tue, 10/06/2020 - 11:00am |
UW-Whitewater Warhawks On Sitting This Season Out - Fall means football but some teams' seasons are canceled due to the pandemic. We talk with UW-Whitewater Warhawks’ head coach and team captain about what is, and what isn’t, going on with the team’s football program this year. |
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Mon, 10/05/2020 - 11:45am |
Around The Farm With Inga Witscher - How does a pandemic change small farm life? We talk with Inga Witscher of "Around the Farm Table" about their new podcast, new cheese and when we can expect the next season of the show. |
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Mon, 10/05/2020 - 11:00am |
How 4-H Impacts The Lives Of Its Members, Volunteers And Community - Just in time for National 4-H Week, we chat with several 4-H'ers past and present about the wide-reaching impact the organization can have for those directly involved and for the local communities they take place in. |
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Fri, 10/02/2020 - 11:00am |
Garden Talk: What To Clean Up - As frost hits most of the state, it’s time to think about cleaning up our gardens. Our guest talks about what to cut back and what to leave for critters and winter interest. |
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Thu, 10/01/2020 - 11:45am |
'Our Wisconsin' Magazine: Focus On Good News - We share fun and heartwarming stories of Wisconsin with the editor of “Our Wisconsin” magazine. He talks about the Milwaukee Braves, a big-hearted 13-year-old, a speedy railroad engineer and many other Badger state stories. |
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Thu, 10/01/2020 - 11:00am |
Eco-friendly Sustainable Interior Design - If you are an allergy and asthma sufferer, your home could be one of your biggest triggers. We talk with an interior designer who specializes in clean design about how you can make your space more eco-friendly and allergen-reducing. |
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