Musicians from across the country have been traveling to Appleton to record their new albums, with a particular studio in mind. The building is a former monastery on the Fox River, and artists say it gives them the peace they need to create their best work. A new study has found benefits to merit-based pay for school teachers. One of the researchers is with us to discuss the results. During Wisconsin Life, we hear about one of the state's astronauts. Plus, a homelessness advocate shares his perspective on a series of bills trying to solve the problem of homelessness, which got a hearing Tuesday.

Last year's Netflix series "Making a Murderer" brought worldwide attention to the murder trial of Steven Avery. We talk to a defense attorney who says the case reveals critical flaws in Wisconsin's justice system as a whole. Wisconsin has applied for a waiver to begin drug testing people seeking Medicaid coverage. We'll speak to an expert about what impact this could have on people throughout the state.

President Trump makes his first visit to Wisconsin today since winning the election. We hear what he had to say to supporters at a Kenosha tool manufacturer. A new study finds that the women of the US Supreme Court are interrupted three times more often than male justices. A law professor joins us to discuss how this could affect the Court's deliberations. While President Trump has adopted a more hawkish tone on foreign policy after touting isolationism in his campaign, a guest says that's been the case for many US Presidents. Plus, a Milwaukee native talks about his podcast that blends American history with comedy. We also look into a top headline.

The Trump administration has announced that it will not make White House visitor logs public. We talk with an advocate for government transparency about the decision. While the Old Fashioned may be Wisconsin's cocktail of choice, the Bloody Mary isn't far behind. A writer and bartender joins us to talk about the history of the drink and some of its many variations. Plus, new research shows that the act of lying gets easier the more that we do it. We discuss why dishonesty is such a slippery slope.

A new investigation from the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism looks into the effect of solitary confinement in the state's prisons. We talk about the psychological impact the practice has on inmates, and the political opinions surrounding it. We also learn more about the wage gap between men and women in Wisconsin workplaces. Plus, one of the day's top headlines.

On Thursday, the US used the most powerful non-nuclear bomb in its arsenal against an ISIS target in eastern Afghanistan. We learn about the weapon, and what it implies for military involvement in the region. In Shawano County, there is debate between the Ho-Chunk and Stockbridge-Munsee tribes about the proposed expansion of a Ho-Chunk casino. A state capital reporter is with us to discuss the disagreement. Plus, during Food Friday, we explore how meal prepping can save us time and money while keeping us healthy.

The hunt for a Wisconsin man who robbed a gun store and sent an angry manifesto to President Trump is in its second week. We discuss the latest on the search, and check in on other Wisconsin stories, during our state news roundup. Defeating Scott Walker in next year's elections is a priority for state Democrats. A political reporter joins us to discuss why, despite that, they haven't found a candidate to oppose him. We also hear about an Eau Claire man biking from coast to coast to raise money for Syrian refugees.

A new documentary follows a Madison man with serious mental illness as he and his father try to alter the course of his treatment. Their efforts were met with stiff resistance, raising questions about who has power in psychiatric medicine. We talk with the filmmaker about the story. Have you ever considered starting a farm of your own? It can seem difficult, but a guest joins us to share the most effective ways to get a farm up and running. We also look at proposed legislation by state lawmakers that aims to address homelessness in Wisconsin.

A new report finds that car insurance is more expensive in areas with minority residents than it is in largely white neighborhoods with the same amount of driving risk. One of the authors of the report talks about what data he investigated and why it revealed such a stark disparity. We also chat with NPR's public editor about serving as a liaison between listeners and journalists, and maintaining accountability in the newsroom. Plus, a closer look at President Trump's recent reversals on key campaign promises and what it means going forward.

75 dairy farms in Wisconsin recently lost the buyer for their milk. Congressman Ron Kind (D-La Crosse) is asking the USDA for assistance. For decades, the Wisconsin Conservation Congress has been giving the public a chance to weigh in on how the state's natural resources are managed. We hear what was decided at this year's Congress, held earlier this week. Also, a political analyst is with us to recap the biggest national news stories of the week. Plus, we look at Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's trip to Russia and meetings with Russian officials.