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Book club: “The Business Trip,” ADHD in adults
We talk about the novel “The Business Trip” with author and longtime journalist Jessie Garcia. Then, Dr. Jake Behrens joins us as we dispel myths about ADHD and talk about diagnosis and treatments fo…
Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago
Late summer insects; citizen monitoring of wildlife; and the UW Arboretum’s new director
Entomologist Phil Pellitteri returns to help us deal with insect pests. Then, we talk about citizen-scientist wildlife monitoring. Then, we meet the new director of The Arb.
Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago
How to can and preserve food, Update about Wisconsin soil, Brewers’ success
Christina Ward, an author and certified Master Food Preserver for Milwaukee County, shares how to preserve your summer harvest. Then, we talk about soil health with Jamie Patton of the Wisconsin Natu…
Published on 2 weeks, 3 days ago
The placebo puzzle in pain management; and the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal
In some studies, the placebo effect is as effective as actual treatment for pain. We talk to two physical therapists about why that might be. Then, we talk to the author of a new book about the histo…
Published on 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Garden Talk: Too much water and UW Arboretum news
Record setting rain has left many gardens under water. We talk with UW Extension horticulturist Vijai Pandian about how to save your plants. We also get an update from the Arboretum’s Native Plant Ga…
Published on 3 weeks ago
Home improvement: Prevent mold and moisture from building in your home, Mass timber buildings experiment with more wood instead of steel, aluminum
Wisconsin registered home inspector John Freiburger is back to talk about mold and the most common places it grows in your home. Then, we hear about using mass timber in place of materials like concr…
Published on 3 weeks, 1 day ago
How oceans support life; keeping space rovers unstuck; and the scourge of blue-green algae
Oceanography has much to tell us about the health of planet Earth – as well as far-flung exoplanets. Then, we learn why space rovers get stuck on Mars and the moon. Then, an up-to-date report on anot…
Published on 3 weeks, 2 days ago
Building self esteem, Traumatic brain injury and rehabilitation, Ear and hearing health
Psychologist Dr. Shilagh Mirgain is back to talk about how to improve your self confidence and why it’s important. Then we talk about traumatic brain injuries with Jamie Niemuth, a registered nurse. …
Published on 3 weeks, 3 days ago
Tech updates, stop light advances, and getting better broadband
Tech expert Beth D’Angelo is back to talk about the latest version of Chat GBT and how tariffs will affect chips and semiconductors. Then we look at research that will make stop lights work smarter. …
Published on 3 weeks, 4 days ago
Garden Talk: Fall interest and bad plant combos
Expert gardener Lis Friemoth is back with a list of great fall plants. And then we talk about plants that shouldn’t be together and how to know when to pick those peppers.
Published on 4 weeks ago