The Lee Rayburn Show

There are a number of national wildlife refuges in Wisconsin. We talk about the Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge that straddles the Wisconsin - Illinois border, what it took to designate the land, how it works, and what it brings to the surrounding communities.

Participation in outdoor sports continues to rise. We talk about what you need to know before hitting the trails with snowshoes. We also look at the upcoming paddling season.

Ear infections are more likely to happen during the winter months, according to the National Library of Medicine. We talk with an ENT about different treatments, including home remedies.

UW-Madison researchers have developed a ‘futuristic bandage,’ that can heal a wound four times faster than a standard dressing. We talk with the creators about how it works and what its future could look like in the medical world.

We explore the powerful bonds between mothers and daughters. Our guest is the author of a collection of short stories that are interconnected by one family.

At-home genetic testing kits, like AncestryDNA and 23andMe, are a popular way to trace family history. An expert from the Wisconsin Historical Society shares tools that are available to find our ancestors.

Seed shortages are still a problem in the gardening industry. We talk with the founder of Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds about what his company is doing to meet the demands. We also look at new seed varieties from around the world.

In 2021, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection received 11,750 consumer complaints. The state agency compiled a list of the top ten complaints. Our guests explain.

Call them groundhogs, woodchucks or whistle pigs, these hibernating animals are one of the largest members of the squirrel family. We find out more about groundhogs with our wildlife expert. We also talk about snowy owls, turkey permits and federal conservation activity.

Packer fans witnessed another loss in the NFL playoffs and this time it was against the San Francisco 49ers. We talk with a sports journalist about the future of the team as well as get an update on other Wisconsin sports.