A Madison-based attorney offers advice for end-of-life planning. Then, we examine an effort to chronicle state history through objects, such as doorbells and heirloom ornaments.
We tour through Wisconsin food history and how a Chicago chef wants people to look beyond classic meat and potatoes to understand Midwestern foodways. Then, a UW-Eau Claire geography and […]
We explore the sleep cycle and how moving through the stages is vital to getting high-quality rest. Then, nearly a half century ago, “Animal Liberation Now” helped fuel the animal […]
The Wisconsin Dells has attracted visitors for generations. We explore the new book called “100 Things to do in the Wisconsin Dells Before You Die.” Then, we talk to a […]
What does it mean when a cat meows? We talk with Sarah Brown, the author of a new book, “The Hidden Language of Cats: How They Have us at Meow.” […]
A new investigative podcast takes us up close to the harsh conditions of migrant laborers who harvest sugarcane, and a powerful multi-billion dollar industry with human rights violations. Then, we […]
We explore the goals of science education with a longtime science educator. Then, we discuss new data on how Americans feel about tipping culture in the United States. Then, a panel of Wisconsin […]
Author and poet Cynthia Marie Hoffman discusses her new poetry book, “Exploding Head.” Then, we examine the early years of Hubert Humphrey with roots in South Dakota and efforts to […]
We examine the projected continued increases of car and home insurance rates. Then, a researcher explains how dollar stores might make matters worse for communities with limited access to nutritious, […]
We talk with Mercury Stardust, known as the Trans Handy Ma’am on TikTok, about her new home maintenance book. Then, we hear from an Ohio historian on “The Lies of […]
We talk to a pioneer of animal rights about their book, “Animal Liberation Now.” Then, we learn about the labor of love of grandparents who are the primary caretakers for […]
First we talk with an Olympian about how he became the oldest snowboarder to win gold in Team USA history. Then, an endocrinologist explains a new class of weight-loss drugs.
Should you have children? Should you eat meat? Should you travel abroad? How long should you run your AC? A climate coach weighs in on ethical dilemmas during climate change. […]
An author discusses how they depict local maritime history in the graphic novel “Death’s Door.” Then, a Madison-based attorney offers advice for end-of-life planning.
We explore the memoir of Wisconsin labor leader, activist and author Jesús Salas. Then, we talk with a Midwestern chef about the ancestral roots of local food culture.
A researcher explains how dollar stores might make things worse for communities with limited access to nutritious, fresh foods. Then, Wisconsin poets reflect on the complexities of writing poetry. Then, […]
The line between public and private education is blurring. Journalist Cara Fitzpatrick explains the extent in her book, “The Death of Public School.” Then, a University of Iowa behavioral neuroscientist […]
We explore tipping culture in the United States. Then, we learn about the renaissance in non-alcoholic cocktails. Then, we explore a scientist’s journey uncovering how wildcats became domesticated and part […]
We talk with a UW-Eau Claire professor who uses deep ground penetrating radar to detect mass graves containing the remains of people who disappeared in clashes a half century ago. […]
We talk with the co-authors of a new book that details the decades of toxic pollution to the Fox River and Green Bay. Then, we explore nature-inspired design with biophilic […]