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Insect update with PJ Liesch; Podcast explores the science, practice and art of forestry Aug 19, 2026

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First, entomologist PJ Liesch returns to answer your questions about the bugs crawling around your home. Then, we talk with Greg Edge and Brad Hutnik about their podcast on forestry, SilviCast.

How to handle an AWOL contractor; surveying maple syrup makers; and how farmers markets build community Aug 18, 2026

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Homeowners have legal options when a contractor leaves a home improvement project unfinished. Then, we know the economic impact of maple syrup production in Wisconsin is big, but how big? And then, we talk about the many benefits of farmers markets.

Physical therapists talk knee pain; Recognizing forms of elder abuse Aug 17, 2026

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First, physical therapists Lori Thein Brody and Jill Thein-Nissenbaum are back to talk about knee pain and osteoarthritis. Then, we talk about the different forms elder abuse can take, plus the people partnering to prevent it, with Donna Rosner and Debi Leis.

Exterior work on a home should be made to last Aug 13, 2026

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The reasons to replace siding and trim includes, but is not limited to, aesthetics. We talk about why updating the exterior extends the life of a home.

The future of Earth’s natural resources; How lead and zinc miners left their mark on southwest Wisconsin; Trout stream check-in Aug 12, 2026

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First, we talk with author James Crawford about his latest book “The Vanishing Earth." Then, historian Tracey Lee Roberts returns to tell the story of mining in the southwest corner of our state. Finally, we talk about trout stream restoration with Peter Jonas of Trout Unlimited.

Reducing ovarian cancer; and increasing living organ donation Aug 11, 2026

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Most ovarian cancer develops in the fallopian tubes, which can be removed. We talk to a gynecologic oncologist about the game-changing procedure. Then, we talk about living organ donation with two UW Health Transplant Center representatives.

The Lee Rayburn Show visits the Wisconsin State Fair Aug 10, 2026

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Join us for a day at the Wisconsin State Fair! First, Shari Black talks about the event’s 175th anniversary. Then, we get the story behind the fair from historian Tom Zimmerman. Jill Albanese shares how the fair grounds are prepared each year. And then Kari Schoenike tells us about being the agricultural education manager.

Consumer protection; the limits of satellite broadband; and the expansion of high-speed internet in Wisconsin Aug 06, 2026

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We hear about the latest scams affecting consumers in Wisconsin. Then, we talk about internet access – first, through Starlink’s satellite broadband, and then, the fiber broadband network expanding across the state.

Wildlife update with David Drake; What new federal wildlife rules mean for Wisconsin’s at-risk animals Aug 05, 2026

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David Drake, a UW-Extension wildlife specialist and professor, is back. This time he talks about Wisconsin’s many raccoons. Then, we break down the latest news about the Endangered Species Act and what it means for vulnerable species in Wisconsin. Our guests are Stan Temple and Adena Rissman.

Ethical investing and disaster preparedness Aug 04, 2026

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To put our money to good use, we ask a wealth management expert for investing advice. Then, we talk to the co-authors of “The Emergency Playbook,” an optimistic guide for planning for natural and societal disasters.

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