The Lee Rayburn Show

A study recently published in Nature shows that 20% of reptile species, including 60% of turtles, are threatened with extinction. We check in with a DNR specialist to find out how Wisconsin reptiles, and turtle species in particular, are doing.

Caring for large animals takes specialized training. We talk with a large animal veterinarian about horses, foals, cattle, calves, pigs, goats and sheep.

The Weather Guys are back to talk about why we went from a very chilly April to a very hot May in one week. We also look at dust clouds and how they affect weather.

Scientists predict that we need to remove 10 gigatons of carbon from the earth's atmosphere every year by 2050 to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. We speak with two engineering experts about the potential to capture and remove carbon from the air to reduce the temperature of the planet. Their technology, developed at UW Madison, turns carbon dioxide into a limestone that can be used in construction.

June is National Pollinator Month. To celebrate we talk about what you can do in your garden to create more and better habitat for bees, butterflies and other pollinators.

Spring bird migration continues through May. We talk about how birds have been affected by unusual spring weather and what you can do in your backyard to help them on their journey.

Many kinds of insects emerge in the spring, some are beneficial - some aren’t. We talk with an entomologist about ants, bees, caterpillars and ticks.

Taking care of your teeth is important at every age. We speak with a dentist about why adults need regular checkups and what you can do to keep your teeth healthy.

Staying hydrated is a little more complicated than drinking 8 glasses of water a day. We talk with two experts about summer drinks for kids, hydration for older adults and for those who are involved in intense exercise.

More than two million Americans experience some type of rotator cuff problem every year. We look at causes, symptoms, different treatments and which work best.