The Lee Rayburn Show

Science tells us that some plants help each other when grown together. We talk with a UW Extension educator about selecting plant combinations and the benefits they can bring to your garden.

There is a shortage of skilled workers in trades like construction and plumbing. We talk about a joint effort to give students the opportunity to explore these career options. We also take home improvement questions.

Fisheries in the Great Lakes are under stress. We talk with an expert from the Wisconsin Sea Grant about how fish populations are doing and what kinds of research is being conducted.

Phosphorus is essential for life but current mining and farming practices are causing environmental damage. We talk with a researcher about current efforts to find better ways of utilizing the element.

It’s time to enjoy more outdoor activities. We talk to a dermatologist about how to safely enjoy the outdoors and reduce our exposure to UV radiation.

More people complain about headaches than any other medical problem. We talk about why we get headaches, what happens in our bodies when we do, and how to get rid of them.

Whether you have a PC or a Mac, backing up your data is a good idea. We talk with a tech expert about the advantages and how to do it. We also look at docking stations and why it may be a good option for you.

Planting season is finally here. Before you get those trees, shrubs and perennials in the ground make sure you know how to plant them correctly.

Playing games has been important to many cultures throughout human history. We look at seven different games, how they were developed and why we play them.

Centuries ago, German and English settlers brought cribbage, euchre and sheepshead to Wisconsin. We talk with two avid card players about their love for the games today.