Fri, 04/20/2018 - 8:00am |
Week In Review: Vel Phillips, Back-And-Forth On Russian Sanctions - Our guests of differing political perspectives consider Vel Phillips' legacy and laws signed by Gov. Scott Walker this week. They also dig into the latest news on America's relationships with Russia and North Korea and .
Guest(s): Tony Palmeri, Michelle Litjens |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 7:00am |
Empowering People With Disabilities To Work - More companies are embracing workers who have autism. It’s part of a growing movement to help people with disabilities prepare for work and to help businesses accommodate their needs. Our guests include a state workforce development director and a human resources representative to detail efforts to match the right employees with the right roles. Plus hear from a Wisconsin man who explains how autism affects his job.
Guest(s): Deanna Krell, Austin Michalski, Staci Benz |
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Fri, 04/20/2018 - 6:00am |
Wisconsin Weekend: Earth Day! - Sunday is Earth Day, and there’s plenty of opportunities around the state this weekend to do your part for the planet. We hear about Earth Day’s Wisconsin roots and learn more about its founder. Then, Wisconsin’s “e-cycling” coordinator talks about how you can help the Earth by properly recycling your old electronics. And, we talk with a bird expert about helping migratory birds during this difficult and snowy Spring as well as the benefits birds bring to the environment.
Guest(s): Matt Blessing, Sarah Murray, Bill Mueller |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 8:00am |
Are We Killing Ourselves To Live Longer? - When it comes to our lives, are we putting too much emphasis on the quantity of our years...rather than the quality of them? In a world of constant scans, screenings and so on, some argue that our healthcare system pushes us towards the idea of longevity, even though death is so often out of our control. Is there a better way? Our guest this hour says we’re all too often killing ourselves to live longer, and perhaps it’s time to rethink many of the attitudes we have about death, in order to live a better life.
Guest(s): Barbara Ehrenreich |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 7:00am |
A Life Of Firsts: The Legacy Of Vel Phillips - Before the catalytic 200 nights of fair housing marches in Milwaukee and before Lyndon B. Johnson’s federal fair housing legislation, there was Vel Phillips. Phillips passed away on Tuesday. Today we celebrate the life and legacy of the first black female graduate of the University of Wisconsin Law School, the first black judge in Wisconsin, the first black and first female alderman on the Milwaukee City Council, he first black judge in Wisconsin, and the the first black and first female to be elected to statewide executive office in the United States: Vel Phillips.
Guest(s): Genevieve G. McBride |
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Thu, 04/19/2018 - 6:00am |
Being Jewish In America In The Age Of Trump - A vicious Twitter attack prompted a writer to question how people from different political beliefs perceive people who are Jewish. Our guest says anti-Semitism is a real modern threat, especially with President Donald Trump in office. Jonathan Weisman details the problem and proposes uniting to defend society’s most vulnerable.
Guest(s): Jonathan Weisman |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 8:00am |
Taking Stock Of The Airline Industry In 2018 - The airline industry has seen its fair share of turbulence over the past year. Controversies overs passenger “bumping” and the handling of pets have dominated headlines and news coverage. Now, safety concerns are being added to that list, after budget airline Allegiant found itself at the center of a 60 Minutes investigation. We look at the state of the airlines, the issues currently facing the industry, and what flyers can expect as we approach the busy summer travel season.
Guest(s): Seth Kaplan |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 7:00am |
2018 State Of The Air Shows Pollution, Clean Air In Wisconsin Counties - Some of Wisconsin’s counties get an F for ozone air quality. The annual State of the Air report shows certain areas of Wisconsin struggle with clean air. The study also illuminates progress toward cleaner air. Our guest directed the project and analyzed data. She explains the factors that contribute to air pollution, what the numbers reveal, and how the air we breathe affects our health.
Guest(s): Janice Nolen, Randolph Lipchik |
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Wed, 04/18/2018 - 6:00am |
How Do Urban Areas Affect Animals? - What do ants, beavers and humans have in common? They’ve all built structures so huge and complex that other organisms have changed their behavior. Ants build nests; beavers build dams; humans build cities… And our guest says humans are the single most important environmental force on earth, even though that hasn’t always been the case. We talk about a theory that explores the role of humans in animal evolution.
Guest(s): Menno Schilthuizen |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 8:00am |
Gift Tax Rules, Shopping For A New iPhone Battery, and Why Wisconsin Is Good For Millennials - It’s the tail end of the April tax season. In this edition of “On Your Money,” financial planner Kevin McKinley explains the tax implications of big-money gifts and what the new tax rules mean for home loans.
Guest(s): Kevin McKinley |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 7:00am |
Analyzing James Comey's Interview, Effects On Public Opinion - Former Federal Bureau of Investigation director James Comey shared his side of the story in a wide ranging interview this week that touched on the investigation of Hillary Clinton’s use of a private email account, his view of the FBI and conversations with President Donald Trump. This comes about a year after his surprise firing, and in advance of the release of his autobiography Tuesday. We look at the effects this has on public opinion and on the state of political discourse.
Guest(s): Tim Hagle |
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Tue, 04/17/2018 - 6:00am |
The Decline Of Catholic Education - After 134 years, St. Gregory Catholic School in St. Nazianz, Wisconsin is shutting its doors. St. Gregory’s isn’t alone, though. Over the past 50 years, the number of Catholic schools in the U.S. has diminished sharply, from about 13,000 schools in the mid-twentieth century to about 7,000 now. We talk about why Catholic schools are closing, how this trend affects poor and minority communities, and the state of American Catholicism and education.
Guest(s): Carol Ann MacGregor |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 8:00am |
Hunger And Homelessness In College - A typical college student has to deal with expensive textbooks, rising tuition costs, and balancing work and school. But a significant portion of students, just over a third, also struggle to regularly get good, nutritious food on the table. Another third have reported dealing with housing insecurity. We break down the numbers and talk about why college students are struggling to get their basic needs met as much as they are to ace their exams.
Guest(s): Sara Goldrick-Rab |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 7:00am |
State Capitol Report: Sara's Law - Sara’s Law is now part of Wisconsin statute. The legislation protects attorneys, counsel, and guardians ad litem as they work in family court. We speak to a lawmaker who authored the measure. We also speak with two advocates, including a Wausau man whose wife’s murder inspired Sara’s Law.
Guest(s): Senator Jerry Petrowski, Scott Sann, Lance Leonhard |
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Mon, 04/16/2018 - 6:00am |
More Women Become Candidates, Campaign Leaders - Women are taking greater leadership in political campaigns in Wisconsin and nationwide. Some are running for office themselves, and others are catapulting candidates toward Election Day. We detail the latest numbers as women answer the call to public service, and they explore barriers to success for women in politics.
Guest(s): Jessie Opoien, Kelly Dittmar |
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Fri, 04/13/2018 - 8:00am |
Week In Review: Ryan Retires, Syria Escalates, Welfare Reform Becomes Wisconsin Law - We recap the latest in this week’s political news. Speaker Paul Ryan announces he won’t run for reelection to Congress. American leaders weigh taking action in Syria in the aftermath of a suspected chemical weapons attack. Wisconsin’s governor gives welfare reform the green light. Our guests from different perspectives tackle those headlines and more on the Week In Review.
Guest(s): Owen Robinson |
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Fri, 04/13/2018 - 7:00am |
How We Can Overcome Hate - Like it or not, hate is all around us. In our politics. In our society. And in our hearts. That’s according to our guest, who says enough is enough. But where is all this hate coming from in the first place? We explore what drives people to hate, why hate remains so prevalent in our world, and how we can all get on a better...and less hateful...path.
Guest(s): Sally Kohn |
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Fri, 04/13/2018 - 6:00am |
Wisconsin Weekend: Natural Wonders - Tucked into more than 54,000 square miles of forests, shores, and farmland, spectacular natural wonders dot Wisconsin. We take a tour of nature’s most stunning creations, and tell WPR about the view that takes your breath away.
Guest(s): Missy Vanlanduyt |
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Thu, 04/12/2018 - 8:00am |
"Overlooked" No More: Obituaries Shape Who We Remember -- And How We Remember Them - We talk with the creators of The New York Times history project “Overlooked” and explore what obituaries tell us about the dead and about those who choose to memorialize them.
Guest(s): Amisha Padnani, Nikita Stewart |
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Thu, 04/12/2018 - 7:00am |
Speaker Ryan Says He's Not Running For Re-Election: What's Next For Congress? - U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wisconsin announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election at the end of his term saying he wants to spend more time with family. We talk with WPR News’ Capitol Reporter Laurel White for reactions from the speaker’s district, then turn to a political scientist look at the effects on Congress, Wisconsin and on Ryan’s future.
Guest(s): Laurel White, David Canon |
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Thu, 04/12/2018 - 6:00am |
Syria Update - President Donald Trump took to Twitter Wednesday to issue a warning to Russia - and the world - of a possible military strike by the U.S. This message comes on the heels of reports earlier this week of a suspected chemical attack in Syria's rebel-held town of Douma. We look at the latest details surrounding this possible military action and push back from Russia.
Guest(s): Wesley Morgan, David Michael Crane |
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Wed, 04/11/2018 - 8:00am |
How Household Chores Affect Our Relationships - Household chores can certainly be the last thing you and your partner want to do after a long day at work. Those tasks, and how couples handle them, can significantly affect the health and length of a relationship, per a recent report. We talk to the lead author of the study about gendered division of housework, and about the effects of sharing the workload versus not doing so.
Guest(s): Dan Carlson |
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Wed, 04/11/2018 - 7:00am |
The Zuckerberg Testimony - Facebook CEO and founder Mark Zuckerberg is testifying to Congress Tuesday and Wednesday in the wake of a massive data breach in connection with the British data firm Cambridge Analytica. The testimony won't just be about Cambridge Analytica, though. Lawmakers are sure to grill Zuckerberg on the spread of fake news during the 2016 presidential election and the company's past privacy issues. We give an update on the testimony and consider the future of Facebook with a Zuckerberg expert.
Guest(s): Nicholas Proferes |
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Wed, 04/11/2018 - 6:00am |
Reflecting On The First Year After High School - Thousands of Wisconsin students are nearing the one-year mark since they graduated from high school. Our first guest leads a program that helps freshman students feel grounded at college and develop a plan for the future. Our second guest is a Wisconsin woman who opted for a gap year in Senegal instead of classes. We hear about her experiences and what she plans to do next.
Guest(s): Karen McLeer, Sarah Candee |
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Tue, 04/10/2018 - 8:00am |
On Your Money: Tax FAQs, Earth Day Money-Saving And More - If you haven't filed your taxes yet, it's getting down to the wire. Kevin McKinley is here to answer your tax season questions, give guidance on deducting fees you incur for financial advice, and share some steps you can take to save money for Earth Day.
Guest(s): Kevin McKinley |
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Tue, 04/10/2018 - 7:00am |
What To Do About Water Quality, Quantity In Wisconsin? - Water is a vital part of our communities and when it’s contaminated or there isn’t enough to go around, that’s a significant problem. We have a conversation with a water law scholar about the challenges communities, from major cities to rural areas, face when water isn’t safe to drink. We also consider the latest news on Milwaukee's lead contamination and look at where Wisconsinites stand on Foxconn's proposed water use.
Guest(s): Dave Strifling |
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Tue, 04/10/2018 - 6:00am |
Schools Struggle To Curb Students' E-Cigarette Use - Schools across the country, including some in Wisconsin, are struggling to keep students from using e-cigarettes. We discuss the risks of vaping, the challenge of keeping nicotine out of kids’ hands, and the ways educators are trying to curb its use in all forms.
Guest(s): Nina Gregerson |
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Mon, 04/09/2018 - 8:00am |
Is The U.S. Going To Have A Trade War With China? - The escalating economic tit-for-tat between the U.S. and China is threatening to transform into an all-out trade war. Wisconsin, which is the world’s top exporter of ginseng to China, has a lot at stake. We give an update on the economic tensions between the U.S. and China, and the potential repercussions of the current skirmish.
Guest(s): Joseph Daniels |
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Mon, 04/09/2018 - 7:22am |
State Capitol Report: Governor Walker Signs Foster Care Bills - Gov. Scott Walker recently signed an 11-bill package with a focus on the state's foster care system. We talk with a researcher about the challenges Wisconsin's foster care children face, what these laws are meant to do, and what's needed in the future.
Guest(s): Natalie Goodyear |
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Mon, 04/09/2018 - 7:00am |
State Capitol Report: The Latest On The Meteor Timber Operation - A Milwaukee judge will rule this spring on whether the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources followed the law when it signed off on a project that would build a frac sand plant on rare wetlands in Monroe County. We check in with a WPR News reporter about the latest on this issue.
Guest(s): Rich Kremer |
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Mon, 04/09/2018 - 6:00am |
Fight Against Opioids Includes Drug To Reduce Overdose - Communities coping with opioid abuse should have drugs ready to reverse overdoses. That’s the new advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General. We look at how naloxone saves lives, what an official advisory means, and how the intricacies of the opioid epidemic complicate public health efforts.
Guest(s): Dr. Andrew Kolodny |
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Fri, 04/06/2018 - 8:00am |
Week in Review: Wisconsin Spring Election, President Trump Calls For National Guard At Border With Mexico - Wisconsinites selected a new justice for the Wisconsin Supreme Court and opted to keep the state treasurer’s office, which was on the chopping block. Meanwhile, President Trump wants to send the National Guard to the U.S-Mexico border, and China has called for tariffs targeting $50 billion in U.S. goods. We give an analysis on this news, plus other political headlines, with two guests of differing political perspectives.
Guest(s): Kevin Hermening, John Nichols |
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Fri, 04/06/2018 - 7:00am |
How People Communicate With Clothes - A fashion statement is not simply donning a bold color or quibbling over hem length. Politics, gender, and opportunity are wrapped up in garments companies produce and the items people choose to wear. We explore what fashion means in the modern era, the ways designers must consider culture, and how people use clothes to communicate with the world.
Guest(s): Carolyn Kallenborn, Holly Easland |
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Fri, 04/06/2018 - 6:00am |
Wisconsin Weekend: Sculptures Around The State - With spring in swing we're taking a look at a unique way to explore Wisconsin outside: sculpture tours. We tour sculptures around the state including a park with imaginings of Wisconsin Iron Age creatures and art to see in Waupun, Eau Claire and Milwaukee.
Guest(s): Clyde Wynia, Kathy Schlieve, Julie Pangallo, Marilu Knode |
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Thu, 04/05/2018 - 8:00am |
Making Sense Of Empathy In Today's Culture - Empathy can be a powerful force in our lives, and the ability to “feel” what someone else is feeling can be beneficial to us in many ways. But when we step back and look at empathy as a whole, questions begin to emerge. Is empathy just a good moral value? Or, is it a skill that taught, built upon, and even commodified? And if so, what are the implications of that? We take a deep dive into the world of empathy, how its being used and possibly misused in our society, and how we can unlock the potential of empathic thinking in our daily lives.
Guest(s): Cris Beam |
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Thu, 04/05/2018 - 7:00am |
Election Results, Walker's 64 New Bills And New Ag Policies - Governor Scott Walker signed 64 new bills into law on Tuesday. We take a look at some of the new legislation, including civil asset forfeiture reform, changes to abortion coverage for public employees, a new program to help create transitional jobs for veterans and more. We also go over the state Supreme Court election results and talk to an expert about bills that will affect the state's agriculture sector.
Guest(s): JR Ross, Paul Mitchell |
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Thu, 04/05/2018 - 6:00am |
Raising Awareness Of Organ Donation In Wisconsin - April is National Donate Life month, a time to raise awareness of organ, eye and tissue donation, and encourage individuals to sign up to become donors. Our guest makes the case for getting your ‘orange dot’ here in Wisconsin, and answers some frequently asked questions about the donation process. We also encourage you to share your donation stories.
Guest(s): Seth Barna |
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Wed, 04/04/2018 - 8:00am |
Tyra Banks On Why Being "Perfect Is Boring" - What does it take to be a “boss?” According to businesswoman and former model Tyra Banks, tenacity and sass are part of the formula, along with having a fierce mother. We have a conversation with Banks about how advice from her mother played a role in who she is today and about how "Perfect Is Boring." We also hear from listeners about the lessons they learned from their mothers, and how it influenced who they are.
Guest(s): Tyra Banks |
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Wed, 04/04/2018 - 7:00am |
Analysis Of The Spring Election In Wisconsin - The votes are in! Wisconsinites selected Judge Rebecca Dallet in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race and opted not the remove the office of the state treasurer from the constitution, in addition to weighing in on local issues. Join us and our guest political scientist for analysis of these issues, plus a look ahead to the special elections in June.
Guest(s): Alisa Von Hagel |
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Wed, 04/04/2018 - 6:00am |
The Death And Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. - How did the days and months following the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. shape the way we remember him today? We trace a detailed history of how blacks and whites reacted to King’s death and how it influenced the struggle for civil rights and race relations in the decades that followed.
Guest(s): Jason Sokol |
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Tue, 04/03/2018 - 8:00am |
On Your Money: Teaching Kids About Money - A young mother’s recent Facebook post about charging her 5-year-old daughter rent sparked a lively social media conversation on kids and money. We explore important financial values for children and how to help kids cultivate good money habits.
Guest(s): Jayne Pearl |
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Tue, 04/03/2018 - 7:00am |
A Look At Sinclair Broadcast Group's Message To America - Local television news anchors from across the country have been reciting, word-for-word, an editorial that’s been turning some heads in recent days. The on-air message warns about fake news stories and one-sided reporting, and urges viewers to voice their concerns. It’s all taking place at stations owned or operated by the Sinclair Broadcast Group. Some viewers say the company is pushing a right-wing agenda with this message. We break down the intent of Sinclair’s message, the possible implications, and how its being received so far.
Guest(s): Jane Kirtley |
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Tue, 04/03/2018 - 6:00am |
Police Militarization In Wisconsin, The U.S. - Two Wisconsin police departments have recently decided to return military-grade vehicles on loan from the U.S. Department of Defense, and get smaller vehicles that are more appropriate for law enforcement and easier to maintain. We get the latest details. We then turn to a look at the state of police militarization in the U.S. with a police and criminal justice scholar.
Guest(s): Danielle Kaeding, Peter Kraska |
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Mon, 04/02/2018 - 8:00am |
Exploring The Cause & Effects of Cringe-worthy Sounds - Does it drive you up the wall when you hear someone chewing, slurping or clicking? Researchers refer to this “fight or flight” reaction to certain noises as misophonia. We explore the latest research on sound sensitivity and discover coping skills for those who have the disorder.
Guest(s): Jennifer Jo Brout |
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Mon, 04/02/2018 - 7:45am |
State Capitol Report: Checking In On WPR News' Special Project, "Beyond The Ballot" - On April 3, voters will make decisions that will affect the state and their communities and reach far beyond Election Day. We talk to WPR News’ Bridgit Bowden about WPR’s latest special project, “Beyond The Ballot,” which is diving into the biggest issues facing Wisconsinites.
Guest(s): Bridgit Bowden |
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Mon, 04/02/2018 - 7:00am |
State Capitol Report: A Look At The State Treasurer Referendum - When Wisconsinites head to the polls on April 3, one question on the ballot will ask if the office of the state treasurer should be eliminated from the state’s constitution. This referendum comes after a bill on this passed both houses of the legislature in two consecutive sessions. We talk through the history of the office and how its duties have diminished over time.
Guest(s): Ed Miller |
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Mon, 04/02/2018 - 6:00am |
Celebrating Children's Books Around The World - Readers of all ages mark Hans Christian Andersen's birthday by celebrating books around the world. April 2nd is International Children’s Book Day. We look at the process of writing literature for kids, how children’s books have evolved, why we read them, and what they offer growing minds.
Guest(s): Stephanie Bodeen, Tessa Schmidt |
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