What started as a school research paper idea has become a published book for one young Wisconsinite. We hear about her experience gathering the stories of all 37 soldiers who went missing in action during the Vietnam War. We also talk to a historian about the history of Memorial day.

The author of a new memoir describes her journey with body image, various diets and experiencing life as a fat person. We talk to her about writing her memoir and what she's learned. We also hear about an act passed that recognizes the Hmong veterans who fought alongside US troops in the Secret War in Laos as part of the larger Vietnam conflict, and get an update on the candidates running for governor.

What words of wisdom or signature catch phrases did you grow up hearing? We want to know what quotes, phrases, and one-liners stuck with you into adulthood. Call us at 800-642-1234 at 3:15p.m. on Friday, May 25th, 2018 to share yours, or leave us a comment on The Ideas Network Facebook page. For this week's Food Friday we talk to two Wisconsin farmers about their go-to fresh produce recipes. And we'll find out who will lead the state's Department of Corrections when the current Secretary retires next month.

Ten employees from different McDonald's locations have filed for sexual harassment against the franchise this week. We discuss what this means for McDonald's, but also the broader issue of sexual harassment in the fast food industry with our guest. We also find out more about the rising cost of oil and take a look at this week's Wisconsin news.

A new report covers the latest data on youth drowning and details ways we can prevent it. We talk to the director of the study for more information. We also discuss how to maintain sibling relationships as you move through adulthood and we take a look at a top news story.

Legislation that gives terminally ill patients the right to try medications not yet approved by the FDA is heading to the president's desk after passing in the House. We talk to Senator Ron Johnson who has been a long term supporter of the bill. We also find out more about the record low birth rate and discuss what happens to large companies who receive a tax break.

Farmer's improperly disposing carcasses from dairy cattle are causing major changes in the regular diets of wolf packs. We talk to the researcher who has been tracking wolves to these various dump sites used by farmers. We also talk about making bike rides safe and enjoyable and discuss the week's top national stories.

Microscopic plastic pieces have been found in 12 different types of beer that are brewed using water from the Great Lakes, including one brewed in Milwaukee. We learn more from a researcher who worked on the study. We also talk about the vanishing family photo album tradition and how to keep up with your digital photos, and we discuss wheel taxes in Wisconsin.

In what's being viewed as a win for employers and a loss for workers, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that companies can require its employees to settle disputes through individual arbitration instead of class action. We discuss what the decision means for businesses and workers. Plus, a new book examines American democracy and the participation in politics from the viewpoint of those living in or near poverty, particularly those reliant on programs such as Medicaid. We talk to the author about her research. We also learn about new data showing an increase in positive drug tests required by employers.

Concerned about other black men's health after his own diagnosis with diabetes, a Madison resident opened a men's health center in the back of a barbershop in 2007. We learn about what it has accomplished since then and the new plans to expand the health center. We also discuss a new case in which a former badger football player is suing over brain injury risk.