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President Trump says he's starting a commission to promote patriotic education. A Wisconsin history professor joins us to talk about the idea. Plus, a popular food blogger shares some of her favorite Rosh Hashanah recipes with us, as the Jewish holiday begins today at sundown.

We clarify what might be confusing differences between state and local COVID-19 data with a WisContext reporter who's been going over the numbers. And a reporter who recently wrote on the topic shares some ideas about how to still enjoy fall with children during the pandemic.

President Trump says he's starting a commission to promote patriotic education. A Wisconsin history professor joins us to talk about the idea. Plus, a popular food blogger shares some of her favorite Rosh Hashanah recipes with us, as the Jewish holiday begins today at sundown.

A government theory professor breaks down why he thinks America's system of rewarding merit is flawed in practice. And a Door County reporter shares some of what she learned looking at travel data around that popular tourist area.

Our guest says what's behind the decline of America's middle class can be told through people's stories -- and in that narrative are solutions for bringing people back to post-war prosperity. Then in an election season, we discuss the relative importance of foreign policy moves by an administration.

A government theory professor breaks down why he thinks America's system of rewarding merit is flawed in practice. And a Door County reporter shares some of what she learned looking at travel data around that popular tourist area.

Our guest cites police data to support their claim there is no evidence of widespread racism when looking at officer-involved shootings. Then we talk with a museum docent about the joy of returning to galleries. And a Congressional reporter fills us in on national political headlines, including an approaching government funding deadline.

An Ice Age Trail representative tells us about a promotional activity to highlight an anniversary of the trail. Then a couple of sewing enthusiasts talk with us about the revitalization of interest in sewing -- both masks and otherwise -- during the coronavirus pandemic. Plus, a look at the Big Ten Conference's decision to play fall football.

Our guest cites police data to support their claim there is no evidence of widespread racism when looking at officer-involved shootings. Then we talk with a museum docent about the joy of returning to galleries. And a Congressional reporter fills us in on national political headlines, including an approaching government funding deadline.

A homeland security official says department leaders told him to alter intelligence reports to align with President Trump's public comments. A national security reporter shares the details. Plus, we talk about why vinyl records are now outselling CDs. And we hear your thoughts on the return of the polarizing pumpkin spice flavor.