Tue, 09/22/2020 - 11:00am |
Pet Care: Bringing Home A New Dog - Dog adoptions have soared this year. We talk to a dog trainer and behavior counselor about what to know before you bring your dog home, how to make the transition and how to deal with new dog challenges. |
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Mon, 09/21/2020 - 11:00am |
Physical Therapy: Osteoporosis - Our physical therapists join us to talk about osteoporosis — including steps to slow or prevent it as well as treatment options. We also talk about whether trail running is better on the body than traditional running, and whether endurance athletes deal with a higher risk of lower bone density. |
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Fri, 09/18/2020 - 11:00am |
Garden Talk: Bringing Plants Indoors - One way to extend the gardening season is to bring your plants inside. We talk about the best way to acclimate them, discourage insect hitchhikers and help them thrive in a new environment. |
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Thu, 09/17/2020 - 11:45am |
A Buddhist Guide To Life - For many, life is full of worry and that is especially true in the world we live in now. We talk about the philosophy of Buddhism and how some of the practices may help us deal with these anxieties. |
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Thu, 09/17/2020 - 11:00am |
Wisconsin Immigrant Journeys From South Of The Border - We get a close-up look at a traveling exhibit featuring individual stories from immigrants from Mexico, Central and South America. Our guests talk about the process of putting it together, where it’s going and why you should see it. |
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Wed, 09/16/2020 - 11:00am |
Fall Bird Migration - Migrating birds are starting their annual trek south. Our bird expert talks about what birds are making their way through Wisconsin and how to find them. We also talk about nighthawks and chimney swifts. |
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Tue, 09/15/2020 - 11:45am |
Keeping Children With Disabilities Active - Poor fundamental motor skills can make it hard for kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder to participate in physical activities. We talk to a professor about his program to help teach parents how to develop these skills in their kids. |
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Tue, 09/15/2020 - 11:00am |
Talking To Kids About Racism - Talking to children about racism is important and challenging. We talk with our guest about ways caregivers and teachers can successfully address the topic. |
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Mon, 09/14/2020 - 11:45am |
Mondays With Mike: September 2020 Edition - WPR director, Mike Crane, joins us to talk about programming changes and specials, and our upcoming fall membership drive. We're also joined by our source librarian to learn about how our organization has begun tracking demographics of our on-air guests to better represent all kinds of diverse voices. |
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Mon, 09/14/2020 - 11:00am |
Tech Advice: Computer Maintenance 101 - All of us require maintenance to keep our bodies and minds properly running — the same goes for your computer! We talk about basic things you can do to keep your computer running in tip-top shape, as well as learn about common reasons for why your computer may be running slower than usual. |
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Fri, 09/11/2020 - 11:00am |
Garden Talk: Fall Tasks - Recent cool temperatures remind us that fall is on its way. We talk to two gardening experts about what you need to do to prepare your garden and yard. We also discuss bulbs and soil testing. |
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Thu, 09/10/2020 - 11:00am |
Home Improvement: Planning For An Addition - We are all staying home more, and not having enough space can add to already high stress levels. With many people considering a home addition, we get expert advice about what you should consider before you add on. |
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Wed, 09/09/2020 - 11:45am |
Fall Paddling Adventures - Many more people have been taking to our waterways in canoes and kayaks this year. We talk with a paddling expert about places to go and equipment that might help you get there. |
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Wed, 09/09/2020 - 11:00am |
Wisconsin’s Special Wetlands - Wisconsin is home to many wetlands, some of them have been designated as "Wetlands of International Importance". We talk about the latest wetland to join the list and those that have been added in the past. |
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Tue, 09/08/2020 - 11:45am |
Fighting Illness With Preventative Nutrition - Recently released data shows that more Americans are sick than are healthy, largely due to the rise in diet-related illnesses. We talk about what we need to do to make America healthy again. |
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Tue, 09/08/2020 - 11:00am |
Falls Prevention Awareness Month - One in four people aged 65 or older has a fall each year. We talk about how to determine if you are at risk and what you can do to reduce your chances of falling. |
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Mon, 09/07/2020 - 11:45am |
Assessing Risk To Your Trees - Prevention plays an important part in our health care and now it’s also becoming part of keeping our trees healthy. We talk to a tree pathologist about the value of a tree risk assessment. We also look at a number of tree diseases and their management. |
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Mon, 09/07/2020 - 11:00am |
Forest Habitat Classification - Wisconsin is home to many different types of forests. We talk with our guest about the different classifications, why they are important and how climate change may affect them. |
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Fri, 09/04/2020 - 11:00am |
Garden Talk: Water Features - A water feature can transform an ordinary garden into an extraordinary one. We talk about what to consider when adding a pond or other water feature to your landscape, what plants work well and what you need to do to maintain it. |
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Thu, 09/03/2020 - 11:00am |
What It Means When You Sign A Release - It seems like we sign a lot of releases these days but should we? We talk with an attorney about what to know before and after you sign one. We also take a look at small claims court and when it’s the best option for resolving a dispute. |
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Wed, 09/02/2020 - 11:00am |
Wildlife Update: Citizen Scientists Wanted - Community members collect and share important wildlife data every day. We talk with our experts about new opportunities for you to get involved. We also look at a male wolf’s 2,000-mile journey across the Midwest and the ruffed grouse West Nile virus test results. |
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Tue, 09/01/2020 - 11:45am |
Benefits Of Physical Education In School - Whether at school or at home, PE is important to mental health and socialization. We talk with a professor about the benefits of PE education and tips for helping your kids at home. |
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Tue, 09/01/2020 - 11:00am |
A Scientific Exploration Of Walking - Walking on two legs is a uniquely human skill. We take a closer look at the science behind how we walk and why it’s so good for us, with the author of a new book. And then at 11:40 we get a quick sports update with our WPR sports reporter. |
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