We look at the current cold snap through historical and hemispheric perspectives with our guests form the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences. They also explain how the blood moon gets its color.

Researchers are working on new technologies that can remove carbon from the atmosphere, but are they viable? We talk about this research with our guests from the Wisconsin Energy Institute.

Orchids bring a bit of the tropics into our homes. Learn how to chose and care for an orchid with our guests from Olbrich Botanical Gardens. We also hear about the upcoming orchid show.

The current partial government shutdown is only adding to the volatility of the financial market. We talk with a certified financial planner about how to respond to the ups and downs of the market.

A shortage of skilled tradespeople is pushing wages higher, but recruiting is still difficult. We talk with a master plumber about the shortage and what is being done to attract more people to the field.

Hiking is best enjoyed when you are prepared, and this is especially true for winter hikes. We talk about what equipment to bring, what safety precautions to take and other tips to make your hike a great experience.

Guiding a steamboat through the Mississippi, a floating bed-and-breakfast and the International Owl Center are some of the topics we discuss with the editor of Big River magazine.

Feeding your cat sounds pretty simple, but our guest says most people do it wrong, leading to obesity, food stealing and other behavior issues. We talk about the best way to feed your cat and also look at parasite prevention.

The next generation in wireless technology is here, but should you care? We talk to a tech expert about what 5G means and how it might affect you.

We talk with the Boerner Botanical Gardens horticulturist about hostas, peonies and growing nuts in Wisconsin.