First, we look down at the dirt to see how bad weather has affected kidney bean growth this year. Then, we look up into space to catch a few shooting stars and meteor showers.

Climate instability has played a role in the downfall of some of the world’s greatest civilizations, including the Roman, Mayan and Angkor empires. We talk with two archeologists about how these societies crumbled and what we can learn from them as we brace for catastrophic climate change.

We hear the next episode of the new WPR podcast "Mapped Out," which delves into the storied struggle over redistricting in Wisconsin. Then, we hear about the recent rise in plastic surgery and how the pandemic plays a part.

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.

We explore the challenges Amish dairy farmers are facing during the pandemic. Then, we hear about the ongoing methamphetamine epidemic from an official in northwestern Wisconsin.

The U.S. Department of Energy says that lowering your home's temperature by 7 to 10 degrees during the winter can reduce the cost of your energy bill by up to 10 percent. An expert on heating and cooling explains how to winterize our homes including, duct cleaning and replacing furnace filters.

We talk with the head of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation about how the state's businesses are recovering from the pandemic. Then, we hear an episode of “The People and Their Packers.”

Architect and designer Chris Cornelius blends Indigenous storytelling with design as seen in his various projects across Wisconsin. We talk with him about his work as an architect and educator and how to decolonize architecture.

We learn about the behind-the-scenes action that goes into criminal pardons granted by the governor. Then, we hear from a first-term Democratic state representative from Brookfield.

Wisconsin aims to treat parents as equals in custody cases, but what happens when one of the parents has a history of domestic abuse? We talk to a mother with personal experience, and the president of Wisconsin’s largest domestic violence shelter to learn about how these cases are handled.