The Lee Rayburn Show

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Celebrating Wisconsin’s love of beer and pizza Aug 03, 2026

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We talk about the travel guide “Best Beer Hikes Wisconsin” with author Chad Turner. Then, we ponder Wisconsin’s love of frozen pizza and learn a little history along the way with Chef Patrick O’Halloran and Nick Fallucca of Palermo’s Pizza.

Hikers, bikers and paddlers unite; and a guidebook for families struggling with dementia Jul 30, 2026

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Silent Sports is “the journal for human-powered recreation” in the Upper Midwest. Its editor joins us. Then, talk with dementia specialist Dr. Nathaniel Chin about his new book, “When Memory Fades.”

The future of our electric grid; Beaver management in Wisconsin Jul 29, 2026

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First, UW-Milwaukee professor Robert Cuzner joins us to talk about the electrical grid. We also talk about microgrids — one answer to America’s power problems. Then, we talk about beaver management in Wisconsin and how you can peacefully co-exist with the large rodent. Our guests are Bob Boucher and Clay Frazer.

Smoky skies effects on pets; Door County history preserved; and adopters needed for working cats Jul 28, 2026

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We learn how to protect our pets from polluted air. Then, we hear how the Door County Historical Society restored a lighthouse and preserved its past. Then, the case is made for adopting antisocial “working cats” for barns and warehouses.

Optimizing your home Wi-Fi; Answering questions about Wisconsin’s weather and climate Jul 27, 2026

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First, Jesse La Grew, the chief information security officer at Madison College, joins us to discuss technology and cybersecurity issues. He’ll give his tips on improving your home Wi-Fi. Then, Weather Guy Steve Ackerman is back to talk about this month’s heat and smoke, among other things.

Past and future non-human organ transplants; and the high cost of housing in Wisconsin Jul 23, 2026

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A new book traces the history of nonhuman-to-human organ transplantation. Then, we learn why home prices keep rising and what can be done about it.

The story of Mąą Wakącąk and the Badger Lands; Wisconsin State Natural Areas Program reaches 75th year Jul 22, 2026

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First, our guests Melanie Tallmadge Sainz and Mike Mossman share the story of Mąą Wakącąk and the Badger Lands in Sauk County. Then, we talk about our State Natural Areas on the anniversary of their creation with Sarah Herrick of the DNR.

Returning unclaimed property; history of dairy research; and the joy of inclusive birding Jul 21, 2026

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The state is trying to return $800 million in unclaimed money and property. Maybe some of it is yours. Then, we look back on the 40-year history of the Center for Dairy Research. And we talk about making birdwatching more accessible and joyful.

Physical therapists return with answers to your questions; Improve your sleep hygiene Jul 20, 2026

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First, physical therapists Lori Thein Brody and Jill Thein-Nissenbaum talk about the severity of falls in older adults. Then, Dr. Timothy Young gives us his advice on how to sleep well and manage disorders like sleep apnea.

Life along the Upper Mississippi River; and how to become a Canadian citizen Jul 16, 2026

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Everything about the Upper Mississippi River is discussed in Big River Magazine. We talk to founding editor Reggie McLeod about the stories included in the new bimonthly issue. Then, we talk with two Wisconsin genealogists about the new path to becoming a Canadian citizen.

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