The Lee Rayburn Show

Bears are part of our everyday lives. Whether we spot a black bear while camping or cuddle up to a teddy bear at night, ursids are baked into cultures around the globe. But as much as they’re well-loved, bears are also in danger. We learn about the status of bears and the people pushing to save them.

Teeth grinding and jaw clenching are becoming more common due to the increased amount of stress people are under, says an assistant professor in the Marquette University School of Dentistry. We talk with Dr. Yasser Khaled about facial pain.

Chef Mike Mars has worked alongside Michelin Star and James Beard chefs. But now, he’s found his dream job: sharing his food with a tight-knit community. Chef Mike shares three recipes and his tips for healthy cooking.

Like us, our phones and computers can be sensitive to hot weather. One of our IT experts joins to share how to cool off our technology. Plus, we talk about the tools that can help keep emails and messages private.

A botanical garden is not a static place, plants are different in every season and gardens are always being added. We take a look at what's new at the Green Bay Botanical Garden with Horticulture Manager Lindsay Hendricks.

International foraging expert Sam Thayer is back to talk about his new field guide. It contains detailed descriptions, range maps, and color photos of 700 edible species as well as some of our most troublesome toxic plants.

Whether you are thinking of going completely off grid or just want to test the waters, having a guide is important. We talk to an author whose book covers all the basics you need to succeed.

Wisconsin only has one type of rabbit and two manners of hare. We learn more about our state’s bunny population. Plus, a look at how wild animals are doing in the dry and smokey weather.

The first Wisconsin theater was built in Milwaukee the year 1842 and since then many more have welcomed audiences from Madison to Menomonie. We take a tour of historic theaters in the state.

Wisconsin has been holding county fairs since 1842 - six years before we became a state. We talk about the history of fairs in our state with one of Wisconsin’s favorite historians and authors, Jerry Apps.