Sandhill crane hunting, Airport challenges beyond shutdown, Frank Lloyd Wright chairs

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A sandhill crane walks alone on a paved path through a grassy area with dense green foliage in the background.
A sandhill crane walks on a path Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025, in Verona, Wis. Angela Major/WPR

We hear pro- and con-arguements for allowing sandhill crane hunting in Wisconsin. Then, an aviation reporter explains how the government shutdown and ongoing staffing issues affect air travel in Wisconsin. And, we learn about Frank Lloyd Wright’s contributions to furniture design.

Featured in this Episode

  • Proposed hunting season for sandhill cranes

     The Wisconsin Legislature is again considering allowing a controversial hunt of sandhill cranes. State Rep. Paul Tittl talks about why a hunt is needed. Then, a representative with the International Crane Foundation explains how a hunt would affect the birds and what alternatives exist.

  • Wisconsin air travel and staffing challenges

    Even with the federal government shutdown over, Wisconsin airports are still facing shortages of air traffic controllers. We check in with an aviation reporter about what it means for travelers in the state.

  • Frank Lloyd Wright’s chair designs on display at Museum of Wisconsin Art

    A new exhibit at Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend highlights architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s contributions to modern furniture design, including designing more than 200 chairs during his career. We talk to the exhibit curators about Wright’s chairs and this often overlooked part of his legacy.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Ryan Michalesko Guest
  • Rep. Paul Tittl Guest
  • Howard Hardee Guest
  • Thomas Szolwinski Guest
  • Eric Vogel Guest
  • Joe Tarr Producer
  • Royce Podeszwa Producer
  • Richelle Wilson Producer
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Tyler Ditter Technical Director
  • Dean Knetter Executive Producer
  • Tim Peterson Managing Producer