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WPR's state capitol reporter joins the show to explain the latest on the GOP probe into the 2020 election in Wisconsin, and to tell us about a series of Republican-backed election bills Evers vetoed Tuesday. Then we talk to a science journalist about everything you've ever wanted to know about sweat.

President Biden's bipartisan infrastructure package has passed the U.S. Senate, and now awaits a vote in the House. We talk to a Washington reporter about what's in store for the legislation in the coming weeks. Then, we talk to a UW-Milwaukee film professor about the movies that make us cry.

School is starting soon for K-12 students, and after a year of virtual learning, it'll be a big transition for many. We talk about what families need to know, how to get students ready for in-person learning again and how to avoid scams in back-to-school shopping. Then, we hear about a Milwaukee organization connecting indigenious communities with mental health resources.

A technology economist joins the show to talk about why semiconductors have become such an integral part of consumer goods, and why a global shortage of them may be getting worse. Then, we revisit a conversation about the beauty of geometry in the natural world.

First, we talk to a University of Wisconsin climate scientist about the United Nation's latest report on climate change. Then, we talk to an environmental reporter about her new book "Wild Souls," looking at our relationship with wild animals.

The HIPAA statute protects the privacy of some medical records, but it may not go as far as many people think. We find out what exactly HIPAA is and what it's meant for. We also hear how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed Wisconsin's prisons in potentially long-lasting ways.

There's a lot of the universe to map, and a new effort could chart up to one-third of the sky. A physicist joins us to talk about the research. We also talk with an NPR journalist whose new project celebrates the Oxford English Dictionary and its most interesting words. Plus, WPR Director Mike Crane joins us to chat about the latest in programming and answer your questions.

Have you experimented with using whole grains in your kitchen like buckwheat, rye, barley, etc? Have you found a local and/or sustainable source for grains ?

The White House is rolling out new, stricter fuel emission standards for vehicles. We talk about the policy implications, and how the move will impact the auto industry. Then, we break down what you need to know about natural immunity, the risk of reinfection and the delta variant if you've had COVID-19.

The list of those calling on New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign is growing after a state investigation concluded he sexually harassed multiple women he worked with. We talk about the story, and how other politicians have handled allegations of sexual misconduct. Then, we talk to a Wisconsin travel expert about the best way to spend the waning days of summer around the state.