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Americans are increasingly moving to urban areas, putting smaller, more rural towns at risk. We talk with an economic development expert about how these communities can survive and thrive amid changing demographics. We also look at a new documentary about the challenges of providing health care in rural Wisconsin. Plus, we find out about a workshop in Appleton that helps people intervene when they see racist behavior.

Many bills introduced at the state level are written by national industry groups or corporations. We learn about the practice of "model legislation." We also hear about a new podcast that aims to help you navigate life and we discuss the resignation of Homeland Security secretary Kirstjen Nielsen.

Democrats in Congress are seeking tax returns and financial records from President Trump, and a subpoena for the full Mueller report. We look at the role of congressional oversight in the political system. We also talk to a technology reporter who says human contact is increasingly becoming a luxury good in the age of screens. And we hear about top state news stories of the week in our Wisconsin news roundup.

Let's face it: not every dish that comes out of our kitchens is Michelin star worthy, and sometimes, dishes blow up in our faces. On Food Friday, we look at some common cooking fails, and how we can learn from our mistakes in the kitchen. We also discuss a top news story of the day. And we hear about how historians and Hollywood have come to rely on Baraboo's Circus World for accurate information about circus history.

Some lawmakers in Congress are once again pushing for statehood for Puerto Rico. We hear about the latest efforts to add a 51st state to the Union. Elsewhere in Congress, a Senate panel is seeking action against illegal robocalls. We find out what the legislation would do, and why robocalls seem to be out of control these days. We also hear about a top news story of the day.

America was founded on ideas like liberty, equality, and self-reliance. A Wisconsin historian weighs in on how these ideas have shaped the country's past, and how they're playing out today. We also look at efforts to develop male hormonal birth control, the challenges involved, and when a 'male pill' could be available. We also hear about the contributions of Hmong pilots in the Vietnam War.

Now that voters have weighed in, we break down the results of Wisconsin's Supreme Court election. We also find out how turning lights off during periods of high energy consumption can actually save lives. And, while home cooking is often offered up as a solution to many of society's problems, our guest sociologists say not so fast. We hear about the issues many Americans face while trying to heed the call to cook healthy meals at home.

Some say variety is the spice of life, but for others, having the same meal day-after-day is the way to go. We hear why some of us love routine in our food choices. We also find out why economic inequality has been rising in Wisconsin. Then, we get up to speed on the latest national political news with a reporter.

Why does one American town become a place of interest while another struggles to hold onto what's left? We talk with a guest who traveled the country to try to understand the complex answer to that question. We also discuss President Trump's potential move to close the border and cut ait to Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador.

Our understanding of workplace success frequently revolves around a few things, like creating an organizations' culture, giving feedback, taking in account weaknesses and strengths. We hear from guests who say we need to focus our attention elsewhere. We also speak with a few Asian-American activists about racial depictions in the musical "Miss Saigon'. Plus, we take a look at a new projection that shows Wisconsin facing a $2 billion budget deficit two years from now.