Springtime in Wisconsin means the return of migratory birds and warmer weather to explore dozens of state parks. We talk with a Department of Natural Resources Recreation Partnerships chief about what state parks have to offer this year.

A political science professor joins the show to talk about the spring election results. Then, the women’s UW-Oshkosh gymnastic team recently won its second, consecutive national title. We speak with a player and a coach from the Titans.

We explore how some state legislatures are looking to curtail public universities’ efforts to be more diverse and inclusive. Then, we look at what homeowners can do when a catastrophe damages their home.

First, a UW-Milwaukee Urban Planning professor discusses how expanding a local micro-transit program can boost regional jobs. Then, the head of the national Participatory Budgeting Project advocates for the process of letting local residents vote on how to spend tax dollars.

Sitting down with a good book feels good. A Wisconsin professor shares what she’s most excited to read in the coming months. Plus, we talk about book banning trends.

Before polls open Tuesday, we talk to the administrator of the Wisconsin Elections Commission. Then we learn about debate over eliminating the personal property tax with the chief lobbyist for Wisconsin Property Taxpayers, Inc.

Accessory dwelling units — also known as granny flats or mother-in-law apartments — are being looked at nationally as a way to provide both affordable and senior housing in traditional neighborhoods. We talk with two housing experts about the potential and barriers for this housing model.

Ramadan is a holy month of fasting, worship and prayer. A Wisconsin Muslim leader explains the tradition. Then, we examine the charm and allure of pinball machines as a weekend gaming event kicks off in Milwaukee.

For a year ending in July, NPR’s Tamara Keith is serving as president of the White House Correspondents’ Association. In that role, she is seeking to restore trust in the press and American democracy. She joins us to answer questions about her work within the White House press corps.

We hear from an organic farmer in central Wisconsin who has operated a CSA program for nearly 20 years about how community supported agriculture has evolved. Then, we look at why drug shortages have increased sharply, leading to treatment delays, clinical complications, and substandard treatment.