We take a look at the plants that need to be cut back now and the best way to do it with our regular guest Diana Alfuth. Then we talk to the author of the new book “Chainsaw Love: Field Notes on the World's Most Dynamic Power Tool.”

A new book details the widespread belief in Martians among Americans, and the theories that divided astronomers in the late 20th century. Then, we talk about the celestial bodies to look for as the nights get longer.

Our outdoor writers are back for a roundtable discussion. Dean Bortz, Patrick Durkin and Tim Eisele will talk about the deer hunting season, what PFAS chemicals mean for duck hunters, news from Wisconsin’s Natural Resources Board and more.

We talk about the top 20 books published this year recommended by Daniel Goldin, owner of the Boswell Book Company in Milwaukee, to give to others or buy for yourself this holiday season.

Our physical therapists return to prehabilitation for hip and knee replacements. Then, we talk to a surgeon and a medical physics researcher at UW-Madison about their research into a treatment for burns.

The concept of growing organic has changed over the years, we talk about how with the author Eliot Coleman. And then Mark Dwyer is back to share his expertise on garden plant selection.

From touchless faucets and bidets to in-home saunas and cold-plunge pools, the remodeling options for kitchens and bathrooms depend on your budget. We talk to two Madison-area home improvement experts about what’s possible.

We talk about the changing seasons with Stan Temple, a wildlife ecologist. Then, Dexter Patterson talks about his latest book, “Birds of the Great Lakes.” Finally, Liz Herzmann gives us an update from Horicon Marsh and shares about the Horicon Marsh Bird Club.

We get advice for dealing with anxiety around the holidays. Then, an MS researcher and advocate share their optimism. Then, a physician helps women through menopause.

We talk about improving your home’s Wi-Fi with tech expert Jesse La Grew. Then, Steve Ackerman, an emeritus professor in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, and Frederick Stonehouse, a maritime historian, talk about the Edmund Fitzgerald tragedy.