Some of the world's most unique animals such as eels or sloths have been misunderstood over the years. We hear from a zoologist about what fascinating features we've been overlooking. Additionally, we get a dose of encouragement to make the extra effort to get out of our usual spaces and explore neighboring cities and towns around us and we hear from a reporter about remaining concerns in Superior following the Husky Energy Refinery fire there two weeks ago.

Milwaukee schools are having a citywide arts festival with students from elementary to high school performing musical and theatrical acts starting this Wednesday, May 9th. We hear from a teacher who has been helping students prepare. A meteorologist explains why the state is overdue for a big tornado and two farm experts discuss the decline of dairy culture.

Researchers have been studying the plant density differences between forests on tribal lands and non-tribal lands in the state. We find out how the research can contribute to better forest management. For Food Friday we learn more about cooking with cultivated and foraged mushrooms. We discuss the resignation and reinstatment of the House Chaplian, Father Conroy.

When we talk about something we love, we feel joy. That's part of the idea behind something called sports reminiscence therapy, where older adults are encouraged to talk about their memories of things like a great ball game. We learn more about that therapy, discuss this weeks top stories in Wisconsin news, and take a look at the decline of manufacturing jobs in the nation.

Making and releasing a full album has been a way for a band to make a statement and give the listener a piece of their world, but many people aren't listening to full albums anymore. We talk with a music expert about our tendency to gravitate toward singles. We also hear about some political campaigns accepting cryptocurrency in donations, and discuss a top news story.

Ford is choosing to focus on the production of trucks and SUVs, ending production of all Fiesta, Taurus, and Fusion models. We get the details. We also talk about where the line between neglect and giving your child freedom is, and what your income might have to do with it. Additionally, we take a refresher course in the Russia investigation.

Makeup products like concealer and bronzer are becoming morning routine items for some men. We find out more about men wearing makeup. We also take a look at this week's national news stories, and try to extract some lessons from this year's flu season.

Wisconsin and Minnesota connect for this weekend's 100 mile garage sale, taking place in the Lake Pepin area of Wisconsin. We find out more about the days of sales, what one might find, and more. We also talk about the prospect of flip phones making a grand return and discuss protests in Waukesha over immigration enforcement.

The City of Milwaukee and the ACLU of Wisconsin have reached a settlement on a lawsuit over the police department's use of stop-and-frisk. We examine the $1.9 million agreement and what it means for both sides. Then, when you think of your childhood, what smells come to mind? Crayons? A specific food your mother made? Call in to let us know or leave a comment on The Ideas Network Facebook page. We also talk about what happens when a woman goes through pregnancy and birth without insurance.

One method of pain management that is receiving both praise and backlash is the field of pain acceptance. We talk to a clinical psychologist to learn more. We also discuss the prospect of North Korea denuclearizing with an expert.