Protecting our digital data from hackers and thieves is a never-ending and increasingly difficult challenge. We talk about cybersecurity with Michelle Reinen and Michael Domke in the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.

Just in time for fall migration, Bill Volkert, a retired wildlife educator and naturalist, returns to the program to answer your bird questions.

As fall color peaks, views overlooking the Mississippi River in the Driftless Area are especially spectacular. We’ll talk about the best overlooks and other regional news with Reggie McLeod, editor and publisher of “Big River Magazine.”

First, Jesse La Grew, the chief information security officer at Madison College, joins us to discuss technology and cybersecurity issues. He’ll talk about extending the life of your home electronics and the recent news about Artificial Intelligence. Then, the Weather Guys Jon Martin and Steve Ackerman return to tell us about the anatomy of clouds, among other climate-related topics.

We talk about the Milwaukee Brewers' bright prospects heading into the postseason. Then, we talk about how wildlife and people are harmed by light pollution. And then, we talk about the Kickapoo Valley Dark Sky Initiative.

First, we talk with Randy Johnson and Jennifer Price Tack of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources about bears in Wisconsin, including some research looking at their teeth. Then, Ben Michaels of the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission joins to talk about sturgeon ecology. Finally, Tally Hamilton of Ducks Unlimited joins to talk about waterfowl conservation in the midst of hunting season.

We learn from an emergency veterinarian what can cause dire health issues for our pets, and what treatment they can receive. Then, we talk about the conservation efforts of the  Zoological Society of Milwaukee and the Milwaukee County Zoo.

First, physical therapists Lori Thein Brody and Jill Thein-Nissenbaum return to talk about the positive effects of low-intensity exercise. Then, author Ann Garvin tells us about her new book, “Tell Two Friends.”

The resources and advocacy Wisconsin cities and villages get from one statewide organization. Then, we talk about how we can better fund our schools. And then, we talk about the contributions and needs of Native American tribes.

Entomologist Phil Pellitteri joins us to talk about the latest insect news from Wisconsin, including a rare virus spread by mosquitos. Then, we hear about turtle conservation with Andrew Badje of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Finally, Amy Carrozzino-Lyon fills us in on wild rice restoration efforts in Lower Green Bay.