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“The Morning Show” is a live, call-in program hosted by Kate Archer Kent that provides news and thoughtful conversation through a Wisconsin lens. We seek diverse voices on state and national news, art... more
FAQs about The Morning Show:How many episodes does The Morning Show have?The podcast currently has 2,653 episodes available.
May 05, 2022Navigating Wisconsin as an immigrant, A former justice’s reaction to Supreme Court leakWe hear from an immigration attorney with the Catholic Multicultural Center about challenges that refugees and immigrants face when settling in Wisconsin. Then, we talk with a former Wisconsin Supreme Court justice about her reaction to the leaked draft decision overturning of Roe v. Wade....more44minPlay
May 04, 2022Tackling tech and screen addiction in kidsA recent study by Common Sense Media found that screen use by children has increased 17 percent during the pandemic to about 7 hours per day. For some children, this increase has led to technology or digital addiction. A child psychiatrist discusses diagnosing and treating these addictions....more44minPlay
May 04, 2022Battling misinformation in Russia, The role of public defendersFirst, we speak with the president of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty about countering misinformation on Russian state media. Then, we hear from two state public defenders about the caseload and the right to counsel....more44minPlay
May 03, 2022Hemp growers look to overcome a slumpHemp growers in Wisconsin weathered a few tough years, between confusion over government regulations and the leveling off of interest in CBD products. With oversight of hemp production shifting from the state to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and farmers seeking new markets, we explore the hemp industry's future....more44minPlay
May 03, 2022Fixing Wisconsin's bike trails, New research on payday loansFirst, we speak with two bike trail managers about maintenance and riding tips. Then, we learn how payday loan fees and interest rates affect low-income families in Wisconsin....more43minPlay
May 02, 2022Is Russia committing genocide?Last month, President Joe Biden and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia is committing genocide against the Ukrainian people. We speak with a political science professor and expert on genocide about the classification, war crimes and atrocities around the world....more26minPlay
May 02, 2022Exploring state politics and upcoming electionsFrom redistricting and voting law changes to state spending and the ongoing Republican audit of the 2020 election, there’s no shortage of political activity at the State Capitol, even when the legislature isn’t in session. WPR’s Shawn Johnson recaps it all and we look ahead to the fall elections....more26minPlay
April 29, 2022Protecting Geneva LakeThe state Department of Natural Resources lists more than 200 invasive species in Wisconsin borders. We talk with the Geneva Lake Conservancy’s executive director about the program’s restoration and preservation efforts throughout Walworth County....more26minPlay
April 29, 2022Juvenile prison proposal, New type of dental care providerThe state Corrections Department proposes a new facility for teen offenders where an adult facility already stands in Milwaukee. We learn more. But first, we hear from the Wisconsin Dental Association about a new state law that affects the profession and patients....more25minPlay
April 28, 2022When the community owns land, can housing be more affordable?Wisconsin and the United States face a severe shortage of affordable housing. We hear from an affordable housing expert about how community land trusts can help keep homes affordable. Then we learn about efforts of community land trusts in Madison and Milwaukee....more46minPlay
FAQs about The Morning Show:How many episodes does The Morning Show have?The podcast currently has 2,653 episodes available.