What do you think will be the major conflicts of 2022? What will change in politics or with the pandemic? How about advancements in business or science or space tourism in the new year? An editor from The Economist joins us to discuss the magazine’s annual new year predictions.

First, we talk about the pressing issues in Brown Deer with the village's leader. Then, we speak with a researcher about what Wisconsin's slowing population growth means for the state's economy.

Energy.gov says most U.S. homes use heat from either a furnace or boiler. In the midst of winter, an expert discusses the ins and outs of home heating, including radiant floor heating and electric baseboards.

An American Red Cross representative speaks on how the worst blood supply shortage in a decade will impact Wisconsin hospitals. Then, a southern Wisconsin veterinarian talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected pet care.

As we age, we become less stable, have trouble seeing and our reactions are slower. This can all lead to falling down where grave injury or even death can occur. A doctor joins us to discuss fall prevention research and mobility activities that may help the elderly avoid falls.

Hmong Americans are rarely discussed in traditional news outlets and there’s little research on Hmong media, according to a book released in August. We explore the Hmong media entrepreneurs who aim to change this pattern and the rise of the micro media industry.

From workplace buzzwords and political slogans to social media influences and SoulCycle instructors, how does cult-like language seep into our everyday lives? We talk with a linguist about how leaders use language to manipulate followers and gain influence.

The fact that our beloved pets may someday get cancer is painful and difficult situation that many families must someday face. We ask a veterinary oncologist about pet cancer treatment, research and prevention.

According to a recent study in the journal Human Reproduction, about 1.6 million twins are now born each year — a 33 percent increase since the 1980s. We explore the unique psychological and emotional challenges that twins encounter and parents must navigate.

When a sexual assault is committed, it often comes down to an argument of ‘he said/she said’ and the credibility of the accuser. The author of a new book addresses why questions of credibility often protects the alleged abuser.