The Lee Rayburn Show

Bald eagles will soon start nesting and biologists are asking citizens to help in the count. We talk about the eagle population and how you can help with the nest count. We also discuss predators living amongst human populations.

It’s hard to believe, but the U.S. Olympic hockey win over the USSR happened almost 40 years ago. We remember the game, the players and the coach, and look at how the miracle still resonates.

Historians believe the first organized hockey in Wisconsin was played in Superior in the late 1890's. And it’s been going strong ever since. We talk with our guest about great players, teams and fans. Then, we continue our discussion on hockey with a report on the top-ranked UW-Madison women’s team. We look at key matchups and top players.

When we think of aging, we often think of a decline in memory, a decline in overall health, maybe even a decline in happiness. We talk with a neuroscientist and author who challenges these beliefs and encourages us to make the most of your life no matter your age.

Vision loss and impairment can be devastating. We talk with an eye expert about the latest stem cell research to combat common disorders like macular degeneration. And, preventative measures and treatments to keep our eyes healthy.

Two new blights have arrived in Wisconsin. We turn to a plant expert to discuss what they look like, and what they can do to your garden. We also talk about winter damage, and what's going on at the upcoming Garden Expo.

The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald is one of the most famous shipwreck stories in Great Lakes history. It is also one of maritime’s great mysteries. We talk about what was and wasn’t determined during the US Coast Guard hearings. Then, we preview a family-friendly performance called "YAO YAO" coming to UW-Whitewater's Young Auditorium in this month's Timeout Wisconsin .

The Wisconsin Historical Society is refining how it tells the state's native history. We talk with their liaison about what that effort entails.

What separates us from other animals? Not much, according to our guest. We look at what we humans and animals share in building community, expressing feelings and intelligence.

Wetlands legislation involving hydrologic restoration is currently moving through the state legislature. We talk about it and discuss the upcoming Wetlands Science Conference.