We talk to two relationship therapists about their new book on how couples can navigate conflict together. Then, on this week’s edition of Food Friday we learn how to make delicious fresh pasta. Finally, we talk to a political scientist about how political polarization is reflected in Congress’ conduct.

We take a look at how large-scale composting impacts the environment. Then, a sports labor expert joins us to explore what a Dartmouth basketball players’ union would mean for college sports. Finally, we talk about a series of bills aimed at addressing local news deserts with the help of taxpayer funds.

We talk to an immigration law expert about how a new Senate package would impact those seeking asylum in the U.S. Then, we take a look at a bill that aims to improve online safety for young people. Then, we talk to the creator of the Dignity Index, which measures the civility of political speech.

We learn how Marquette University’s restorative justice program is working with incarcerated people in Wisconsin. Then, an economic policy researcher breaks down why grocery prices are so high. Then, we talk to a journalist about the decline in loyalty between employers and workers.

We learn how people who’ve lost work can move through unemployment hurdles and get back on their feet. Then a sociologist focused on families and social policy helps us understand the stakes of a newly passed bill to expand the child tax credit. Then we take stock of Shakespeare’s influence on movies.

We learn about the mental health benefits of writing in a journal. Then, cookbook and novel author Ali Rosen takes us through a few recipes from her latest work on “Food Friday.” And we talk about what’s behind unaffordable costs of rent for housing in the U.S.

We learn about a UW connection to experimenting with growing tomatoes beyond Earth’s atmosphere. Next we talk about the art of doing nothing in particular. Then we hear what to know about the rise of the respiratory virus RSV. And we explore the problems American parents face compared with those in other countries.

We get a taste of the new series of “Food Traditions” from PBS Wisconsin and WPR’s “Wisconsin Life” teams. Then a public administration expert explains the latest state Republican tax cut proposals as well as a projected decline in Wisconsin’s budget surplus. Then two trivia masters tell us what excites them about asking fun and […]

We talk about where the most government funding for higher education goes — and why the recipients may not be the most needy. Then we look at what’s happening with a compromise bill that former President Trump could be holding up to energize his 2024 campaign. And we reflect on the demise of a major […]

A polling expert explains why elected officials across the political spectrum are seeing low approval ratings. Then, we learn about mental health resources for college students. Plus, a look at why global conflict is on the rise.