Tue, 04/23/2019 - 11:00am |
Pet Care: Lyme Disease and Lost Dog Awareness Day - Lyme disease in dogs is on the rise. We talk with a vet about what every dog owner should know about preventing, diagnosing and treating Lyme. And, April 23rd is Lost Dog Awareness Day so we’ll talk about options for tracking our pets.
Guest(s): Dr Sandra Sawchuk |
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Mon, 04/22/2019 - 11:45am |
Important Life Lessons From A Dog - Are you living your best life? A bestselling author joins us to talk about his new book, and how we can take cues from our pets to live a fuller and happier life, facing challenges with grace. |
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Mon, 04/22/2019 - 11:00am |
Historical Fiction: The Depression-era Circus - We learn about the depression-era circus with the author of a new chapter book for kids. We also look at how her life is reflected in the story, and how difficult it is to get published. |
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Fri, 04/19/2019 - 11:00am |
Garden Talk: Spring Lawn Care - Our lawns are starting to turn green and it's time to talk about caring for them. Our turf expert talks about re-seeding and how best to repair winter damage. We also learn about new organic herbicides and robotic mowers. |
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Thu, 04/18/2019 - 11:00am |
Do You Need That Rental Car Insurance? - Should you get the extra insurance from your car rental company? We ask an attorney when it's a good idea. We also talk about personal injury topics and what happens during mediation.
Guest(s): Michael Riley |
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Wed, 04/17/2019 - 11:45am |
Growing Lavender In Wisconsin - You don’t have to travel all the way to Provence to find fields of lavender, they are as close as Door County. We talk with the owners of Fragrant Isle Farm about growing lavender in Wisconsin.
Guest(s): Martine Anderson, Edgar Anderson |
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Wed, 04/17/2019 - 11:00am |
Trapping And Relocating Wildlife May Not Always Be A Good Idea - Many people believe they are doing the compassionate thing by live trapping and releasing wild animals. We talk about with a wildlife rehabilitation expert about why this isn't always the case.
Guest(s): Mandy Feavel |
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Tue, 04/16/2019 - 11:45am |
The Women Who Changed Soccer - The U.S. women’s national soccer team quickly went from not existing in the early 1980s, to winning three World Cups and four Olympic golds. We hear the inside story of how this came to be from an author of a new book and learn how they changed women’s sports.
Guest(s): Caitlin Murray |
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Tue, 04/16/2019 - 11:00am |
Science Update: Periodic Table Of Elements - It's officially the International Year of the Periodic Table of Chemical Elements. People around the world are celebrating 150 years of one of the most important and influential achievements in modern science. And we also talk about Earth Day, which is next week.
Guest(s): Bassam Shakhashiri |
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Mon, 04/15/2019 - 11:00am |
Physical Therapy Advice: Low Back Pain - Back pain is one of the most common health complaints in the U.S. We focus on low back pain and learn about different causes, and which treatments have the best results.
Guest(s): Jill Thein-Nissenbaum, Lori Thein Brody |
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Fri, 04/12/2019 - 11:00am |
Garden Talk: More Uses For Straw Bales - Straw bale gardening is a great alternative for gardeners with growing restrictions. We talk with the inventor of this method about new ways to use straw bales, including growing mushrooms and making an economical greenhouse.
Guest(s): Joel Karsten |
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Thu, 04/11/2019 - 11:00am |
Home Improvement: Controlling Water Issues - Controlling water is key to keeping your home in good repair. We talk with a registered home inspector about water control options, including landscaping, roof and wall drainage and basement retrofitting.
Guest(s): John Freiburger |
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Wed, 04/10/2019 - 11:45am |
Wild Turkey Calling - The “Gobbler Geek” is back to talk turkey. We learn about spring turkey calls, mating behavior and what goes into creating a really good decoy.
Guest(s): Jeff Fredrick |
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Wed, 04/10/2019 - 11:00am |
2019 Turkey Hunt - Wisconsin Public Television's "Outdoor Wisconsin" host Dan Small joins us to talk about a new special that focuses on wild turkeys in Wisconsin. We'll learn about population changes and the physiology of turkeys. We'll also discuss the upcoming hunt.
Guest(s): Dan Small |
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Tue, 04/09/2019 - 11:45am |
End Of Life Planning - There is no getting around it, we are all going to die sooner or later. Having everything in order for your family can be an important parting gift. We talk with two experts on end of life planning, about needs to be done and how you can do it.
Guest(s): Benjamin Adams, Ellen Koski |
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Tue, 04/09/2019 - 11:00am |
The Rise And Fall And Reinvention Of IBM - For decades, IBM shaped the way the world did business. We talk with a former IBM employee and author about his new book, "IBM: The Rise and Fall and Reinvention of a Global Icon," which details the incredible history and global influence of IBM.
Guest(s): James W. Cortada |
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Mon, 04/08/2019 - 11:00am |
Tech Update: Digital Payment Methods - There are many different types of digital payment options. We talk with our guest about how they work, and the pros and cons of using them. We also talk about newly announced Apple services that include program streaming and gaming.
Guest(s): Peter Greene |
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Fri, 04/05/2019 - 11:00am |
Garden Talk: Protection From Spring Frost - As temperatures slowly rise, gardeners need to protect plants from spring frost. We talk with a UW-Extension horticulturist about some of the best methods for preventing damage and how to warm up the soil faster.
Guest(s): Vijai Pandian |
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Thu, 04/04/2019 - 11:00am |
Consumer Update: “Storm Chasers” And Emergency Phone Call Scams - From “storm chasers” to fake emergency calls from relatives on vacation, we talk with consumer protection experts about how to prevent fall victim to trending scams. We also hear about success stories from the Federal Trade Commission taking action against tech support scams and robocalls.
Guest(s): Michelle Reinen, Lara Sutherlin |
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Wed, 04/03/2019 - 11:00am |
Wildlife Update: Outdoor Opportunities - Are you looking for opportunities to get outside and enjoy spring in Wisconsin? Our wildlife specialists are back to talk about field trips, events and workshops that will help you enjoy the outdoors. We also talk about the annual DNR Spring Fish & Wildlife Public Hearing and how to report crime involving wildlife.
Guest(s): Jamie Nack, David Drake |
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Tue, 04/02/2019 - 11:45am |
Jean Nicolet’s Misunderstood Mission - What you learned about Jean Nicolet in school was probably wrong. We talk to the author of a new history that builds a strong case that Nicolet wasn’t looking for the Northwest passage and he certainly didn’t wear an embroidered Chinese robe.
Guest(s): Patrick J Jung |
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Tue, 04/02/2019 - 11:00am |
The Making Of Pioneer Wisconsin - Wisconsin saw many changes in the early nineteenth century, one of the biggest was the influx of more than half a million pioneers. We talk about what their experiences were like with the author of a new book that features letters, diaries and newspaper articles written by the newcomers themselves.
Guest(s): Michael E. Stevens |
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Mon, 04/01/2019 - 11:45am |
Why We Pull Pranks - For practical jokers, April Fools' Day is prime pranking time. We talk with two sociologists about why we like to play tricks and how it can help unify groups.
Guest(s): Jonathan Wynn, Ember Kanelee |
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Mon, 04/01/2019 - 11:00am |
Our Wisconsin Magazine: Spring Edition - It’s always interesting to talk about Wisconsin’s unique people, places and events. We take a look at Madison’s Picnic Point, learn about an 11-year-old crafter who crochets, find out what a fidget mat is and hear about a track star who turned hoppers into hurdlers.
Guest(s): Mike Beno |
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