Where working hard and putting money into savings might feel like a strategy for success, our guest says this could be leaving money on the table. She tells us why investing might be the better way to build wealth, and walks us through each step of the investment journey — in simple terms.

An odor researcher helps us understand why some livestock manure smells worse than others. Then, we get tips and advice on making friends as an adult from NPR's Life Kit. Plus, we take a trip around the state to learn about the many bandshells. We get these unique venue's stories and information about the best times to experience them.

WPR's State Capitol bureau chief joins the program with updates on a range of news. As usual, we take your questions along the way. Then, we discuss the impact of light trespassing, a specific type of light pollution, and how to prevent it.

Seven Democratic presidential candidates met to debate last night. We analyze what was discussed with a Wisconsin political scientist. We also explore how impeachment affected the debate and what the winnowing field means for the presidential primary.

The editor of NPR’s The Indicator joins the show to discuss what we learned about the economy in 2019. We talk Brexit, trade deals, consumer debt, and why you might consider being optimistic about the economy in the coming year.

On this Wisconsin Weekend, we're touring the state to get a taste of holiday themed musicals. Our guest highlights fan favorites. Then, we hear about a new exhibit featuring one of America’s most popular and longest running ad campaigns,“The Wausau Story.” A reporter and archivist join us to explain.

As the end of year approaches, we're looking at politics through the eyes of a Wisconsin political cartoonist. We'll hear what it takes to poke fun at all political stripes. Then, a fashion industry analyst traces the fanny pack's fashion trajectory.

Healthcare has been a major issue in state houses and the campaign trail in recent years. We discuss state health policy and changes to Medicaid. Then, the U.S. House of Representatives took a historic vote yesterday. We get the latest on the impeachment of President Donald J. Trump.

We talk to an author about her new collection of essays challenging preconceived notions about Wisconsin and the Midwest by examining the mystery behind them.

A reporter discusses recent news involving Foxconn, including the company's challenges finding workers. We take a look at UW-Madison's new robot delivery service. Then, UW-Eau Claire's chancellor joins the program to explain the university's response in the wake of racist messages exchanged by students on campus.