Mark Shepard is well known in the sustainable agriculture community for his unique large-scale New Forest Farm that puts in practice his restoration agriculture methods. We talk to him about the principles he believes in most and the possibility of taking these techniques more places.

Industrialized food has created many problems in the food chain. We talk about innovators and their solutions to these problems, including making burgers from plants, vertical farming in cities, reducing the use of chemicals, and blocking burps in cows.

Treatment advances and earlier detection through screening have brought breast cancer deaths down, but it’s still the second leading cause of cancer death for women in the US. We talk with an oncologist about the latest findings in new research and therapy.

This is the time of year when most of us have to make decisions about healthcare coverage. We look at how the organization Covering Wisconsin is helping people in the state select health insurance, seek timely care, and navigate the healthcare system.

We discuss compact plants and how their small stature can help solve garden problems, especially when space and time are limited. Suggestions include edibles, flowering and fruiting trees and shrubs, evergreens and perennials.

Jack Frost will soon be nipping at your plants. We talk about what you can do to help your houseplants, shade loving perennials, and annuals stay healthy inside through the winter.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we look at why it’s important for individuals and organizations to do their part in protecting themselves when online. Our consumer protection experts have tips to increase your awareness and personal security.

It’s hunting season in Wisconsin, we talk about what’s new, harvest predictions, and the controversial wolf hunt. We also look at recent bird extinctions and getting your backyard feeders ready for hungry visitors.

We check in on the latest in Wisconsin sports with WPR’s sports reporter. We’ll look at the Brewers in the playoffs, talk about how the Bucks look this year, and check in on some UW sports teams.

We open the phone lines for you to tell us what sports topics you’d like to hear about. Or if you’d rather not have regular sports shows at all. Join in by calling 800-642-1234 or send an email to ideas-at-w-pr-dot-org.