Insect expert Phil Pellitteri is back to talk about invasive insects that we tend to see in the fall. Boxelder bugs, Asian lady beetles and stick bugs! He also answers listener questions.

Some people like music, some people love music and some people are passionate about music. Our guest is one of the latter and we talk to him about his new book. It features reviews and commentary about concerts, records and books.

We all know dogs can smell better than we can but why? What do dogs have that humans don’t? And can we become better at using our noses? We discuss how dogs and humans use their sense of smell with the author of a new book that looks at the world of smell.

If you’ve ever been in a fender-bender, perhaps you’ve had symptoms of whiplash in the days and weeks after. But what exactly is whiplash, and how do we know if it’s actually something more serious, like a concussion? Two physical therapy experts weigh-in on the issue of neck pain and whiplash…and what you should do if you’re in pain. They also answer your physical therapy questions.

Time for another edition of Garden Talk! This week, our guest discusses fall flowering perennials, small shrubs for fall color, and how to best control weeds in the cooler months. She also answers all of your gardening questions.

When unwelcome water sneaks into your house, it’s not only inconvenient...it can also cause health issues. We talk with a home inspector about how to deal with moisture and fungal issues in the home, and as always, take your calls and questions about home improvement.

From the latest changes at the DNR to the fight against chronic wasting disease, three Wisconsin outdoors writers discuss some of the hottest issues facing nature, wildlife and management practices in Wisconsin.

While the smoking rate has remained relatively steady in the United States, it actually has gone down recently in Wisconsin, and one expert is calling it a ‘significant’ drop. We learn why fewer people are smoking in Wisconsin, and what resources are available to those looking to quit.

Wisconsin author Kathleen Ernst is back with another entry in her Chloe Ellefson series, which features fictional mysteries set amidst the backdrop of Wisconsin history and lore. She joins us to discuss her latest, “A Memory of Muskets.”

It’s estimated that around 20 percent of Americans have some degree of hearing loss. That’s nearly 48 million individuals. What if you’re one of them? Our guest audiologist discusses how to prevent hearing loss, as well as what treatment options are available these days.