Oceanography has much to tell us about the health of planet Earth – as well as far-flung exoplanets. Then, we learn why space rovers get stuck on Mars and the moon. Then, an up-to-date report on another summer of blue-green algal booms on Wisconsin waterways.

Psychologist Dr. Shilagh Mirgain is back to talk about how to improve your self confidence and why it’s important. Then we talk about traumatic brain injuries with Jamie Niemuth, a registered nurse. Finally, audiologist Dr. Brent Fisher joins us to cover ear health, especially tinnitus.

Tech expert Beth D’Angelo is back to talk about the latest version of Chat GBT and how tariffs will affect chips and semiconductors. Then we look at research that will make stop lights work smarter. Finally we talk about how to make your broadband better.

Expert gardener Lis Friemoth is back with a list of great fall plants. And then we talk about plants that shouldn’t be together and how to know when to pick those peppers.

Michelle Reinen and Michael Domke of the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection are back to talk about the recent scams they’re uncovering. Then, lawyer Carmel Capati explains the basics of U.S. immigration.

We start another Wildlife Wednesday talking about a black bear attack and other sightings. Then, we learn how citizens are mobilizing to rid waterways of invasive plants and critters.

UW-Whitewater economics professor Russ Kashian explains inflation, tariffs, interest rates and more. Then Brendon DeRouin, a financial advisor, joins to give tips on saving for retirement, investing and more. Finally, we talk with Dr. Mahua Dey about developing a vaccine for glioblastoma.

The Royal Thai Pavilion at the Olbrich Botanical Gardens wins a restoration award. Then, retired Sen. Fred Risser looks back on his career with Doug Moe, Co-author of his autobiography. Then we talk about the summer offerings at Big Top Chautauqua in Bayfield.

Lindsay Hendricks from the Green Bay Botanical Garden is back to share tips for keeping annuals looking good through fall. Then we talk about how to spot plants designed by […]

We start the show by talking about how dreams have influenced cultures around the world, and specifically in China. Our guest is Brigid Vance from Lawrence University. Then, we hear about the science of fermentation from Brendan Blackwell of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Finally, geocacher Carson Monroe tells us more about this form of modern-day treasure hunting.