A student was shot by a police officer after an altercation turned violent at a Wisconsin high school on Tuesday. A WPR reporter joins the show to explain what happened. Then, we learn about the latest initiatives in the state to regulate chemicals known as PFAS and what that means for water quality.

One of the solutions often proposed to combat mass shootings is improving care for the mentally ill. Our guest says there is no factual link between the two. She lays out the data behind who commits these crimes, and argues that linking gun violence and mental illness is dangerous rhetoric.

A newly proposed bill would expand baby changing tables to men's restrooms. The state Senator who introduced the bill joins the show to explain. Then, we take a closer look at new research on government subsidies and what this could mean for the Foxconn deal.

A reporter explains how chronic wasting disease could affect Wisconsin's fragile elk population. Then, we discuss a study finding that freight shipping could increase drastically over the next few decades, and what that could mean for the state.

Two Republicans from the state Legislature join the program. First, Sen. Andre Jacque discusses a variety of his legislation in various stages of consideration. Then, Rep. Amy Loudenbeck reviews several of her bills recently signed by the governor.

Though some blame their love of avocado toast on their financial woes, our guest says millennials were actually robbed of the chance to carve out a prosperous life for themselves in America. He explains why and how the baby boomers are to blame, and what millennials must do to reclaim their futures.

What does it mean to be non-religious? Researchers once assumed it meant not believing in a god, going to church, or holding religious beliefs. Our guest says there’s a better way of understanding irreligiosity and argues that being nonreligious is just as complex and variable as being religious.

Enjoying a meal with family and friends can sometimes be overshadowed by the stress of preparation. A Chicago chef and author joins us to share his twelve basic techniques to make cooking for others not only manageable, but fun!

A reporter explains why the global chocolate industry continues to grapple with child labor and how consumers can respond. But first, the operator of a Middleton food pantry discusses how community groups across Wisconsin are trying to address hunger, especially around the holidays.

Strangers can sometimes provide comfort, compassion and kinship when those close to us are unable. Our guest explains how unfamiliar people can boost our moods and broaden our perspectives, and our guest offers tips on how to engage with strangers.