“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.
The head of the state Department of Revenue explains how tax polices have changed. Then, UW-Madison researchers talk about the relationship between your microbiome and your brain. And a participant […]
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U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany on congressional news, Changes...
U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-Wisconsin) talks about his legislative priorities. Then, the state Department of Children and Families’ secretary-designee discusses how changes in federal adoption law affect Wisconsinites. And a […]
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Aviation updates, Using AI in mental health care,...
A journalist updates us on airline safety concerns after a deadly crash last week in Washington, D.C. Then, two health care professionals explain the potential for artificial intelligence. And DeForest’s […]
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Federal funding freeze effects on refugees, Ho-Chunk...
We look at the effects of a federal funding freeze on refugees in the United States. Then, we look at how the Ho-Chunk have persevered against colonization. Then, we talk […]
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Government funding freeze, Higher education deserts,...
First, we learn where things stand with the federal funding freeze announced last week. Then, we explore the effects education “deserts” are having on rural communities. Plus, artists from a […]
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National report card results, Preserving Indigenous...
A state senator from Milwaukee discusses results from a nationwide report card showing mixed results for Wisconsin students. Then, two guests tell us about efforts to preserve Indigenous burial mounds. […]
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U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil on Congressional priorities,...
First, U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil lays out priorities for the new Congress. Then, we look at the decline of rural obstetrics care around Wisconsin. Plus, two officials with La Crosse […]
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Online extremism, Anger in men, Little free pantries
A reporter details a new investigation into the student who opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison. Then, a psychologist breaks down data showing how men and women […]
Wisconsin’s attorney general explains why he is joining more than 20 other states suing to block efforts to end birthright citizenship. Then, we look at staff and funding shortages at […]
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School mental health funding, Wisconsin writer’s new...
School social workers react to Gov. Tony Evers’ call for more funding for mental health resources. Then, we talk to an author about their new book “I Am Nobody’s Slave: […]
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Immigration policy updates, A new dinosaur, Engineer...
We learn how immigration policy is changing under President Trump. Then, we learn how rural dentistry is evolving over generations. Then, we look at a new dinosaur fossil discovered by […]
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State of the State recap, Accommodating mental health...
WPR’s state Capitol reporter recaps Governor Evers’ State of the State address. Then, an author talks about their new book covering mental health inclusivity in the workplace. Plus, an assistant […]
Nonprofits discuss dwindling federal funds. Then, scientists explain developing treatments that hope to change the outcome of complicated pregnancies. Plus, a Wisconsin Life on being a first-time father. Also, a […]
A professor explains a new housing inventory report. Then, we learn what tariffs under President Trump could mean for farmers. Plus, we revisit Trump’s vow to pardon those charged for […]
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State Supreme Court race, New Kohl’s CEO, New Year’s...
A reporter brings us up to speed on the latest news from the state Supreme Court race in advance of the April election. Then, we talk about the challenges that […]
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Voter ID law, Norovirus uptick, Ice Age Trail K-12...
We discuss what voters need to know about the voter ID law on the April ballot. Then, we talk about how to prevent the spread of norovirus. Plus, we hear […]
An environmental law expert explains the implications of the ‘Spill Law’ case being heard by the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Then, we talk to the author of the new book, “Building […]
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Wisconsin wildfire prevention, Internet sleuths, The...
We talk about wildfire prevention and preparedness efforts in Wisconsin. Then, we explore the world of internet detectives — and its ethics. Then, we talk about an under-appreciated bird: the […]
We talk with the president of Lawrence University about an upcoming mixed-use building project in downtown Appleton. Then, we talk about the impact of recent local TV news layoffs across […]
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Fighting human trafficking, Analyzing how judges...
We look at efforts to fight human trafficking ahead of the NFL draft. Then, we look at a report on how judges in Dane County handle calls for protection from […]