This hour kicks off with a look inside the dark world of abandoned storage units and the disturbing discoveries found within. Then, veteran journalist Major Garrett joins us to break down the latest developments in the Tyler Robinson trial. We also cover Trump’s high-security visit to England, as Major reflects on the intense pressure of life as a White House correspondent, the responsibility to get every detail right, and the thrill he still misses. Later, we check in with the weather forecast before closing the hour with a replay of our conversation on the challenges facing soybean farmers in today’s shifting agricultural landscape.

Veteran journalist and former White House correspondent Major Garrett joins the show to unpack a whirlwind week in politics, from the Tyler Robinson trial and the polarizing reactions it provoked—to Donald Trump's tightly secured visit to England. Major reflects on the intense weight and responsibility of getting the story right in the high-pressure, fast-paced world of White House reporting, sharing what he learned, what he misses about the adrenaline, and why truth still matters in a deeply divided media landscape.

In this jam-packed hour, we begin by diving nto Storage Unit Horrors with Adam Roberts. Jason Wilde joins Green & Gold Insiders to break down the impact of Jayden Reed’s injury, who might step up in his place, and what to expect as the Packers face the Browns—plus, a surprising confession about Wilde’s Star Wars knowledge. We also reflect on the local news of Robert Redford’s passing, honoring his legacy. Finally, Dr. Michael Stadler from MCW delivers a MKE Health Briefing on the mental health crisis among physicians, discussing burnout, stigma, and the emotional toll of caregiving in today’s high-pressure medical world. Tune In!

In this MKE Health Briefing, Dr. Michael Stadler of the Medical College of Wisconsin opens up about the deep mental health struggles physicians face—struggles that go far beyond burnout. He discusses the crushing weight of societal expectations, the stigma that equates mental illness with weakness, and the emotional toll of a profession where stress is constant and lives are on the line. Dr. Stadler shares his own experiences, including the loss of colleagues to suicide and his own thoughts about leaving the field. With physician burnout at alarming levels, we raises a critical question: how can doctors care for others if they aren’t well themselves? and what can we all do?

On this edition of Green & Gold Insiders, Jason Wilde joins us to break down the impact of Jayden Reed’s injury and what it means for the Packers offense heading matchup against the Browns. Can Christian Watson step up and fill the void, or will someone else emerge? We dive into the possibilities and what to expect on Sunday. Plus, in a shocking twist, Wilde admits he’s never seen a single Star Wars movie—yes, really. Football talk with a side of pop culture disbelief.

We start with a 3@3 featuring baked beans on a Madison stove, MIZ Brewers T-shirt giveaway, and the heartwarming rescue of a Yorkypoo. Then we dig into the serious side of agriculture with Doug Rebout of Rebout Farms, who sheds light on the impact of soybean trade tariffs, China’s influence on U.S. farming, and the financial tightrope many farmers walk.

Doug Rebout of Rebout Farms joins us for a grounded, eye-opening look into the challenges soybean farmers are facing today. From trade tariffs and China's global impact to the harsh reality of farmers going under, Doug lays it all out. We talk about why switching crops isn't as simple as it sounds, the one silver lining in rising beef prices, and the frustration of politics overshadowing real agricultural issues. This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand the cost of farming beyond the fields.

First, we stir things up with a story involving baked beans simmering on a Madison stove. Then, we throw on a MIZ Brewers T-shirt that'll be given away to the first 10,000 fans at tonights game. Finally, we wrap up with the heartwarming rescue of a Yorkypoo.

In the 5 o’clock hour of Wisconsin’s Afternoon News, we start with a troubling story where a local educator was falsely accused of celebrating Charlie Kirk’s death and fired after an online influencer doxxed her—raising serious concerns about online accountability and misinformation. At 5:16, UW–Madison entomologist PJ Liesch joins us to explain why tiger mosquitoes are swarming Wisconsin and when we can expect relief. We check in with the weather at 5:36, and then close the hour at 5:46 with Green & Gold Insiders, as Packers legend Brian Bulaga shares insights on the team’s Week 2 performance and how Jordan Love is earning the trust of the locker room.

PJ Liesch, entomologist from UW–Madison, joins Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to talk about the surge in mosquitoes across Wisconsin—especially the aggressive tiger mosquitoes. Why are there so many? How long will they stick around? And what can you do to protect yourself? PJ has the answers (and a few surprising facts) about these buzzing pests.