Using mulch in your garden helps retain moisture, protect soil and suppress weeds. We talk about the pros and cons of various mulch methods including living mulches.

From unemployment insurance fraud to charity and pet scams and fake emails — scammers are everywhere. We talk about what you need to know to avoid these scams with our guests from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection.

The news and social media has been abuzz with talk of giant hornets. We talk with an entomologist about the reality of these insects. We also talk about June bugs and carpenter ants.

Viruses can be transferred between people and animals. We talk with a veterinarian, an expert on zoonotic viruses, about COVID-19, mosquito-borne and tick-borne viruses, and how they relate to our pets.

We talk to New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Evison about his novel “Lawn Boy”. In it, he looks at race and socioeconomic class distinctions and what he calls the American Dream.

Sunscreen can help prevent skin cancer, but choosing the best kind can be confusing. We talk to a dermatologist about how sunscreen works, what type of is best, and how you should apply it.

Gardening — and other work related to plants — touches many lives. We talk with our guests about linking gardening with the community.

As with most things, there are legal issues surrounding the pandemic. We speak with two lawyers about the recent Supreme Court decision, liability of employers and rights of workers.

Studying the rocks beneath your feet can help you learn about history. We talk with our guest about what Wisconsin rocks to look for and where to find them.

Stargazing is fun to do in a group but it’s also a great solitary pursuit. We talk to an astronomer about what to expect when you look up at the night sky in the coming months. He also has suggestions for books to learn more about what you see.