Fri, 01/28/2022 - 8:00am |
How the pandemic is changing retirement - According to the Federal Reserve Bank, more than 2 million more people have retired during the pandemic than expected. We discuss why that's happening and how retirement is changing. |
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Fri, 01/28/2022 - 7:00am |
Changes in the ski patrol, Future of the SAT - We talk with a ski patrol member about safety and trends in the profession. Then, a Washington Post higher education reporter explains how the SAT college admission test is switching to a digital-only format and a pending supreme court case. |
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Fri, 01/28/2022 - 6:00am |
The political battle to attract Latino voters - Hispanic, Latino and Latinx voters are becoming a growing force in American politics. We talk with an expert on Latino politics about what might draw them to one party or the other. Then we hear from a conservative Hispanic and a progressive Latinx about what political messages resonate with them. |
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Thu, 01/27/2022 - 7:00am |
How wolves impact the economy, Microsoft acquires gaming giant Activison-Blizzard - We speak with an economist about how Wisconsin's wolves affect the state's roadways and economy. Then, we talk with an antitrust expert about Microsoft's nearly $68 billion purchase of gaming company Activision-Blizzard. |
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Thu, 01/27/2022 - 6:00am |
A look at the statewide investigation into clergy abuse - Last week, a Wisconsin-based organization delivered thousands of whistleblower documents to the attorney general for what it says is evidence of a clergy sexual abuse cover-up. We talk with three advocates about the progress of the nine-month investigation into Wisconsin clergy abuse. |
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Wed, 01/26/2022 - 7:00am |
Meet the Manitowoc mayor, Superfan visits all of Wisconsin's Kwik Trip stores - Manitowoc Mayor Justin Nickels talks about his city's most pressing issues. Then, we hear from a Kwik Trip superfan who visited all of the gas station chain's Wisconsin locations last year. |
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Wed, 01/26/2022 - 6:00am |
Talking about teeth: Milwaukee dentist on oral health care during pandemic - The Wisconsin Department of Health Services says 16 percent of adults are in need of dental care. When was your last cleaning? We talk about teeth with a general dentist from Milwaukee. |
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Tue, 01/25/2022 - 7:00am |
Ukraine faces potential Russian invasion, How roads affect wildlife, 'Spark!' program makes art accessible - A UW-Madison sociology professor discusses the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Then, a wildlife researcher explains how roads affect wildlife. And later, an art program co-founder explains how to make exhibits accessible to people with memory loss. |
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Mon, 01/24/2022 - 8:00am |
Why the U.S. infected thousands of people with hepatitis - For three decades in the 20th century, researchers deliberately infected thousands of people with hepatitis — including more than 800 children. We speak to the author of a new book about the experiments to learn why they happened and how we can protect people in the battle against other illnesses. |
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Mon, 01/24/2022 - 7:00am |
State Capitol Report: UW System update, Diversifying the state's business contracts - We talk with Greenville Rep. David Murphy on UW systems free speech policy and the state of a new system president. Then, the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program director talks about how to increase diversity in the state’s business contracts. |
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Mon, 01/24/2022 - 6:00am |
Rediscovering the ‘Lost Women of Science’ - Founders of a national nonprofit have a database of nearly 200 women who have made scientific discoveries but lack recognition. We talk with the founders about how they hope a new podcast, and community outreach will rediscover the “Lost Women of Science.” |
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Fri, 01/21/2022 - 8:00am |
Where does gifted education go from here? - Legislation introduced last week would require schools to submit more information to the state about gifted and talented student programs. We speak with a UW-Whitewater professor about the state of gifted education programs and how they could be more equitable. |
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Fri, 01/21/2022 - 7:00am |
Wausau welcomes Afghan refugees, Exploring supply chain problems and solutions - We hear how refugees from worn-torn Afghanistan are settling in central Wisconsin. Then, we learn about supply chain problems and delivery disruptions around the world and here in Wisconsin. |
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Thu, 01/20/2022 - 7:00am |
Wisconsinites still struggle with housing insecurity, Packers head to the playoffs - We speak with the leader of a poverty assistance organization on how thousands of Wisconsinites still struggle with housing insecurity. Then, a veteran Packers columnist reviews the team's season as Green Bay heads to the playoffs. |
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Wed, 01/19/2022 - 8:00am |
Pondering poison: Exploring how chemicals, illegal drugs, overdoses and even over-the-counter medications cause harm - We live in a world full of poisons and toxins — our homes are filled with harmful chemicals in cleaning supplies and dangerous metals that can kill us, if ingested. We discuss the management, science and history of poison with a toxicologist and emergency medicine pharmacist. |
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Wed, 01/19/2022 - 7:00am |
Milwaukee's clean energy plan, Life on Venus - We speak with the sustainability director of Wisconsin’s largest city on its climate and equity plan. Then, a distinguished scientist at UW-Madison’s Space Science and Engineering Center explains why there could be life on Venus. |
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Wed, 01/19/2022 - 6:00am |
Ask a Contractor: Plumbing and electrical help - A plumber and electrician discuss different do-it-yourself home repairs — and when it's time to call in the professionals. |
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Tue, 01/18/2022 - 7:00am |
Meet the Ashland mayor; How to exercise in winter - We check in with the mayor of Ashland in the latest of our conversations with Wisconsin municipal leaders. Then we learn the dos and don’ts of exercising outside in winter with an athletic trainer. |
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Tue, 01/18/2022 - 6:00am |
America's Black Holocaust Museum reopens next month - America’s Black Holocaust Museum closed its doors in 2008. We talk with the ABHM’s president about the museum’s grand reopening and the legacy of its founder. |
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Mon, 01/17/2022 - 7:00am |
State Capitol Report: Sen. Johnson on MLK Day, Police union discusses Republican bill package - Sen. LaTonya Johnson discusses the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and how the state legislature can address racism. Then, the executive director of the state's largest police union describes new bills proposed by Republicans to address police recruitment and other law enforcement issues. |
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Mon, 01/17/2022 - 6:00am |
What to know about epilepsy - The CDC estimates that more than 50,000 people in Wisconsin live with epilepsy, a broad term used for a brain disorder that causes seizures. How much do you know about the disorder? We speak with a neurologist and epilepsy awareness advocate to answer your questions about all things epilepsy. |
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Fri, 01/14/2022 - 7:00am |
A mental health helpline for physicians, The Bucks' new female broadcaster makes history - We explore the stress physicians go through and how a volunteer support line is helping them with mental health issues. Then, talk about women in roles traditionally held by men in the world of sports broadcasting. |
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Fri, 01/14/2022 - 6:00am |
Is American democracy in danger? - In recent years, warnings that our democracy is in peril have grown loud and frequent. We discuss what threats our democracy faces, how our country hasn’t always lived up to ideals, and how democracies fail with two historians from UW-Madison. |
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Thu, 01/13/2022 - 7:00am |
Mask guidance update, State program looks to advance agricultural exports - A doctor advises on the best masks to protect us from the omicron variant. Then, we learn how the state plans to increase agricultural exports by nearly $1 billion over the next five years. |
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Thu, 01/13/2022 - 6:00am |
Brick by brick: Twin brothers from La Crosse create — and compete — to build their own LEGO legacy - LEGO bricks have been around since the 1950s and they continue to grow — ahem, build — in popularity with kids and adults every year. We talk with two brothers who were recently on a competitive building TV show about why making things with these tiny bricks can be cathartic and feed our creativity. |
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Wed, 01/12/2022 - 7:00am |
Possible risks with decentralized finance, how children are coping with the pandemic - We hear from a financial expert on the potential dangers of decentralized finance technology. Then, we talk with a leader in children's mental health policy on how kids are dealing with the pandemic. |
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Wed, 01/12/2022 - 6:00am |
Ask a Contractor: Working in the construction industry - Women represent about 3 percent of the workforce in the construction industry, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. As part of our home improvement series, we explore efforts to increase women representation in trade industries and sustainable home building practices. |
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Tue, 01/11/2022 - 7:00am |
Meet the Sheboygan mayor, UW women's volleyball head coach - We hear from Sheboygan Mayor Ryan Sorenson, the youngest mayor in Wisconsin. Then, we talk with the UW-Madison women's volleyball head coach on winning the NCAA title. |
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Tue, 01/11/2022 - 6:00am |
Wisconsin hospitals unevenly sue patients over medical debt, new study finds - A new study found that hospital lawsuits over unpaid medical bills increased in Wisconsin by 37% between 2001 and 2018. We talk with the study’s author and a patient care advocate about what this means for health care in the state. |
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Mon, 01/10/2022 - 7:00am |
State Capitol Report: Rep. Duchow on bail changes and new Assembly Democrat leader Rep. Neubauer - We hear from state Rep. Cindi Duchow from Waukesha County about why she's pushing for bail law changes. Then, we talk with Rep. Greta Neubauer about being chosen by her colleagues as the new leader of the Democrats in the state Assembly. |
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Mon, 01/10/2022 - 6:00am |
Author explores how to make remote work better with 'Out of Office' - Stanford researchers found 42 percent of Americans worked remotely full-time amid the pandemic in 2020. But the co-author of a new book says those workers were “laboring in confinement and under duress.” We discuss how to improve remote work. |
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Fri, 01/07/2022 - 7:00am |
New album from Them Coulee Boys, Challenges facing Milwaukee's waterway shipping - We hear about a new album from Them Coulee Boys. Then, we talk with the director of Port Milwaukee. |
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Fri, 01/07/2022 - 6:00am |
New book 'Winter's Children' details skiing tradition - Wisconsin and Minnesota have a storied tradition in cross-country skiing. From the Berkie to the Strand Ski Company in New Richland. We talk with the author of a new book, “Winter’s Children,” about the origins of Nordic skiing and how it flourished in America. |
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Thu, 01/06/2022 - 7:00am |
Lies and the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol Riot, Checking in with rural hospitals as they encounter omicron variant - On the anniversary of the last year's insurrection in the U.S. Capitol, we examine the many lies — and facts — of what happened that day. Then, we check in with rural hospitals as they try to handle a record number of COVID-19 patients. |
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Thu, 01/06/2022 - 6:00am |
Predictions for 2022: What the new year might bring in science, business, politics and the pandemic - What do you think will be the major conflicts of 2022? What will change in politics or with the pandemic? How about advancements in business or science or space tourism in the new year? An editor from The Economist joins us to discuss the magazine’s annual new year predictions. |
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Wed, 01/05/2022 - 7:00am |
Meet the board president of Brown Deer, Wisconsin's slowing population growth - First, we talk about the pressing issues in Brown Deer with the village's leader. Then, we speak with a researcher about what Wisconsin's slowing population growth means for the state's economy. |
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Tue, 01/04/2022 - 8:00am |
Ask a Contractor: Heating - Energy.gov says most U.S. homes use heat from either a furnace or boiler. In the midst of winter, an expert discusses the ins and outs of home heating, including radiant floor heating and electric baseboards. |
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Tue, 01/04/2022 - 7:00am |
Red Cross faces historic blood shortage, Backlog in pet veterinary care - An American Red Cross representative speaks on how the worst blood supply shortage in a decade will impact Wisconsin hospitals. Then, a southern Wisconsin veterinarian talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected pet care. |
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Tue, 01/04/2022 - 6:00am |
Walking tall: Strategies and tips for preventing falls and improving stability as you age - As we age, we become less stable, have trouble seeing and our reactions are slower. This can all lead to falling down where grave injury or even death can occur. A doctor joins us to discuss fall prevention research and mobility activities that may help the elderly avoid falls. |
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Mon, 01/03/2022 - 7:00am |
Exploring innovations of Hmong Americans in media industries - Hmong Americans are rarely discussed in traditional news outlets and there’s little research on Hmong media, according to a book released in August. We explore the Hmong media entrepreneurs who aim to change this pattern and the rise of the micro media industry. |
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Mon, 01/03/2022 - 6:00am |
Linguist Explores How Cults Gain Followers - From workplace buzzwords and political slogans to social media influences and SoulCycle instructors, how does cult-like language seep into our everyday lives? We talk with a linguist about how leaders use language to manipulate followers and gain influence. |
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