Fri, 11/22/2019 - 7:00am |
Frank Lloyd Wright, A Man Plagued By Fire - Frank Lloyd Wright, a man considered to be one of the greatest American architects of all time, was also a human shaped by tragedy, regret and sorrow. We talk to an author who dug past the ego to learn more about who Wright was as a person, and the role that fire played in his life and legacy. |
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Thu, 11/21/2019 - 8:00am |
Economist On Trump's Trade Policies, Why EMS Workers Are Sleep Deprived - An economist discusses public opinion on the president's trade policies and whether he thinks those policies are working. Then, we discuss the repercussions of a new study finding that many of America's sleep deprived workers are emergency response employees. |
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Thu, 11/21/2019 - 7:00am |
Wisconsin Reacts To Impeachment Hearings, Online Tax Filing Investigation - The newly released Marquette Poll shows support for the impeachment of President Trump is slipping among Wisconsinites. The poll director explains what this means for the 2020 election. Then, we look at the latest investigations of free online tax services and why some are still paying up. |
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Wed, 11/20/2019 - 8:00am |
Country Music (And Queen) Dominates Wisconsin Jukeboxes - A music critic joins the program to discuss Wisconsin jukeboxes and this year’s most played songs, according to data shared by the national jukebox company TouchTunes. We look at songs that topped statewide charts, and hits that gained traction in some cities more than others. |
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Wed, 11/20/2019 - 7:00am |
Tribal Response To Pipeline Trespassing Proposal, Sheila Stubbs Talks Diversity, And Comedian Hari Kondaboluri Discusses Stand Up - We talk to a representative of the Sokaogon Chippewa Community about legislation that would make it a felony to trespass on oil and gas line property. Then, we talk to a lawmaker about addressing discrimination in Wisconsin. Plus, comedian Hari Kondaboluri discusses his standup. |
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Tue, 11/19/2019 - 8:00am |
Nobel Prize Winner, Update On Impeachment Hearings - A 2019 Nobel Prize winner in economics joins the program to discuss her research addressing global poverty. Then, we get analysis on the impeachment hearings. |
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Tue, 11/19/2019 - 7:00am |
The Legacy Of Clergy Abuse, How Churches Are Handling Accusations - We talk to a reporter who looked at how priests accused of sexual abuse have settled into life outside of the church without facing many consequences. Then, we look at how a survivor copes with the past and discuss what clergy accountability could look like. |
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Mon, 11/18/2019 - 8:00am |
Commuting In America - New data shows Americans are spending more time than ever commuting, with an average one-way commute time of 27 minutes. A Washington Post reporter, who gave up his own daily commute from the D.C. suburbs for the relative simplicity of a rural Minnesota town, explains why this is happening. |
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Mon, 11/18/2019 - 7:00am |
State Capitol Report: Lawsuits Over Voter Roles, State Senator Talks Issues - A new lawsuit could force state elections officials to scrub voter rolls of people who are suspected of having moved. We look at this lawsuit and others brought by a conservative legal group. Then, we talk with a Democratic state senator about gun safety, vaping and other issues. |
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Fri, 11/15/2019 - 8:00am |
Wisconsin Weekend: Upcoming Classical Music Concerts - Lori Skelton, the host of Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Afternoon Classics” program, joins us to discuss upcoming concerts across Wisconsin. We explore musicians performing pieces by Mozart, Dvorak, Debussy, Handel, Brahms and other renowned composers. We also talk about some shows seeking to attract movie fans and families. |
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Fri, 11/15/2019 - 7:00am |
NPR's Joe Palca On The Past And Future Of Science Journalism - A longtime NPR science correspondent joins us to talk about his latest stories, his thoughts on the relationship between the news media and the science world, and what the politicization of facts means for science journalism. |
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Thu, 11/14/2019 - 8:00am |
U.S. Representative Weighs In On National News, Clerks Seek Partisan Poll Workers - From the impeachment inquiry to consumer protection legislation, we discuss the latest national news with U.S. Representative Glenn Grothman. Then, we look at why Wisconsin clerks are looking for partisan poll workers. |
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Thu, 11/14/2019 - 7:00am |
Societal Impacts Of Human Longevity, New Strategies To Prevent Spread Of Asian Carp - We discuss the latest research in human longevity, and explore what it means for society when we live longer lives. Then, we take a look at what officials in Kentucky are doing to prevent the spread of Asian carp, an invasive species that could threaten the Great Lakes. |
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Wed, 11/13/2019 - 8:00am |
Immigration: Now, And Then - As the Supreme Court takes up a case challenging efforts to end a program protecting from deportation young immigrants who came to the country illegally, we discuss conditions at the border with a Wisconsinite who saw them firsthand. Then, we take a closer look at the state’s immigration history. |
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Wed, 11/13/2019 - 7:00am |
Arctic Blast, Deer Program, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett - Snow and record-breaking temperatures have hit the Midwest. A meteorologist explains what this means for Wisconsin. Then, we talk with a local sheriff about a program helping to feed the hungry. Finally, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett details his plans to address mass violence and other issues. |
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Tue, 11/12/2019 - 8:00am |
New Bills Tighten Drunk Driving Laws, A Conversation With Wisconsin's Teacher Of The Year - A lawmaker joins the program to talk about two drunk driving bills that passed state Senate last week. Then, we talk to Wisconsin's 2019 Teacher of the Year about how she works to create equal opportunities for all students. |
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Tue, 11/12/2019 - 7:00am |
Skilled Trade Jobs, The Challenge of Changing Minds - Former Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch joins the morning show as she starts a new job promoting skilled trades with a construction industry trade group. Then, we talk with an author about rational thinking. We’re exploring whether it’s possible to change a mind. |
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Mon, 11/11/2019 - 8:00am |
New Limits For E-Books At Libraries, Language Barriers And Criminal Justice - Librarians are worried about the new limits a major book publisher is placing on its e-books. We talk to one about the digital landscape and how it affects library card holders. Then, we talk to a law professor about how language barriers can disadvantage those accused of crimes. |
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Mon, 11/11/2019 - 7:00am |
Gun Policy Debate, Latest State Capitol News - Republicans refused to address gun policy issues at a special session recently called by Governor Tony Evers. A reporter joins the show to discuss the debate, while also analyzing gun control laws. Plus, our WPR reporter details the Assembly's failed attempt to override the governor's budget vetoes. |
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Fri, 11/08/2019 - 8:00am |
Wisconsin Weekend: Trainfest - Thousands of train enthusiasts will make their way to Milwaukee this weekend for Trainfest. On this Wisconsin Weekend, we’re grabbing the conductor hat to learn more about model trains. Our guest explains what families will see and what this hobby looks like today. |
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Fri, 11/08/2019 - 7:00am |
Evaluating Paid And Unpaid Leave In Wisconsin’s Workforce - New research reveals that the U.S. is one of the few advanced economies that doesn’t guarantee paid vacation for employees. Wisconsin's lawmakers are working on new legislation to fund paid leave. Our guest takes a closer look at current state laws, including the Wisconsin Family and Medical Leave Act. |
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Thu, 11/07/2019 - 8:00am |
New Sexual Assault Kit Legislation; Lake Michigan Marine Sanctuary - We look at legislation passed by the state Senate that aims to prevent future backlogs of sexual assault kits. Then, we consider how designating part of Lake Michigan as a marine sanctuary would affect historic shipwrecks and Wisconsin communities. |
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Thu, 11/07/2019 - 7:00am |
State Budget Reserves Swell To High Mark, Words That Lost Popularity - A researcher discusses the growth of Wisconsin's state budget reserves and what this pot of money could mean for lawmakers as they weigh future spending or tax cuts. Then, the author of a new book joins the program to discuss words that no longer get much use, such as mumpsimus and blatteroon . |
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Wed, 11/06/2019 - 8:00am |
How The Pill Can Change You - Your hormones do a lot more than govern your sex drive and give you the occasional pimple. Hormones are foundational to who we are. They affect how we see ourselves and move through the world. We discuss what that might mean for women on hormonal birth control. |
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Wed, 11/06/2019 - 7:00am |
Check In With UW Student Regent, Referendum Results, Milwaukee County DA - A UW student regent joins us to discuss the board's work and priorities. We check in on a school board dissolution vote in a southeastern Wisconsin community, and what the termination of a district means for students. Then, Milwaukee County's district attorney shares his response to vaping-related illnesses, reckless driving and more. |
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Tue, 11/05/2019 - 8:00am |
Impeachment Probe Moves Ahead, The Future Of Transportation In Wisconsin - We look at where the impeachment inquiry is headed, now that it's been formalized by the U.S. House of Representatives. Then, with WPR's "Derailed" podcast in full swing, we look at the state of public transportation systems across Wisconsin and discuss the demand for more. |
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Tue, 11/05/2019 - 7:00am |
GOP Might Reject Evers Cabinet Pick, Challenges For Indigenous Scholars - First, we get details on the unfolding political battle over the nomination of Brad Pfaff to serve as secretary of the state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. Then, a journalism professor joins the program to discuss barriers that Native Americans face while pursuing academic jobs. |
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Mon, 11/04/2019 - 8:00am |
How To Stay Healthy In Your 30s And Beyond - Continuing a series on health throughout the different stages of life, a physician joins the program to discuss how people in their 30s can avoid illness, prepare for peak childbearing years, and set themselves up for continuing strength in later decades. |
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Mon, 11/04/2019 - 7:00am |
State Politics News, Suicide Prevention Bills - State Rep. Gordon Hintz, the minority leader for Assembly Democrats, joins the program to discuss legislation moving through the Capitol. Then, GOP Rep. Jesse James weighs the work of a task force aimed at suicide prevention and proposals that the Legislature may consider ahead. |
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Fri, 11/01/2019 - 8:00am |
Wisconsin Weekend: Appreciating Art, Celebrating Dia De Los Muertos - As the Chazen Museum of Art in Madison expands its hours, we learn how to better take in the art found at museums and galleries across the state. Then, with Dia de los Muertos in full swing, we journey through the history of the holiday and hear about festivals around the state. |
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Fri, 11/01/2019 - 7:00am |
Voices From The Standing With Standing Rock Movement - In 2016, one of the largest indigenous protests against an oil pipeline took place at the Standing Rock Reservation. Three years later, we speak with some of those involved in the #NoDAPL movement. We discuss what has changed since the demonstrations, and how the protests embody broader struggles of sovereignty and climate justice. |
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