There is all kind of incorrect and misleading health information out there. It’s not a new phenomenon but it has become more risky as not only social media but also some federal government sources are spreading unsubstantiated material. Her turn reporter Arlene Zaucha talks with Dr. Lenette Golding, adjunct professor of communication at Georgetown University. about what can be done.

Image courtesy: Dr. Lenette Golding

There is all kind of incorrect and misleading health information out there. It’s not a new phenomenon but it has become more risky as not only social media but also some federal government sources are spreading unsubstantiated material. Her turn reporter Arlene Zaucha talks with Dr. Lenette Golding, adjunct professor of communication at Georgetown University. about what can be done.

Image courtesy: Dr. Lenette Golding

The state’s Department of Public Instruction investigated more than 200 educators in a five-year period for allegations of grooming and sexual misconduct against students. But the department’s scant resources, rudimentary tracking system, and a licensing loophole make it difficult to hold wrong-doers accountable.

That’s according to a new investigative report from the Cap Times, which exposed the cracks in the system and has already inspired state lawmakers to take action.

Investigative reporter Danielle DuClos joins our News Producer Faye Parks to share what she uncovered.

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At a public hearing yesterday, local nonprofits and area residents were up in arms over proposed funding cuts in the county’s 2026 executive budget. If critical services are interrupted, they warned, Dane County’s most vulnerable residents will suffer.

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For folks with histories of trauma, mainstream parenting advice may not feel relevant. On today’s show, host Dana Pellebon speaks with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz about her new book, Post-Traumatic Parenting: Break the Cycle, Become the Parent You Always Wanted to Be. They talk about how the experience of parenting can be an opportunity to break cycles of trauma, heal, and identify your core values for yourself and your kids.

Featured image: the cover of Dr. Robyn Koslowitz’s book, Post-Traumatic Parenting: Break the Cycle, Become the Parent You Always Wanted to Be.

This week on Stuff Yer Face, Emily Tucker visits Mediterranean Cafe, a longtime State Street establishment, to chat with General Manager Ryan Meyer about the history and food that has kept students filling the booths at this small but mighty restaurant for nearly 30 years.

Hejira world music radio show host interview of Daniel Grabois, David Krakauer and Kathleen Tagg about KlezFest Midwest

Ever wonder what exactly the city of Madison’s Urban Design Commission does? They took up that very question in a special presentation last week to the city’s Plan Commission.

What began as an update of their design code turned to the philosophy of development oversight – in a time when the city is deeply interested in making it easier to build more housing.

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Before Trump’s tariff war, one third of U.S. soybean production was going to China. And since May of this year, China hasn’t bought any American soybeans – putting farmers under a tremendous strain.

Pete Hardin and Bert Zipperer go over the history of soybean sales compared to today’s market in this edition of “The Milkweed.”

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The city of Madison’s Alcohol License Review Committee (or ALRC) weighed a proposal last week to update its own composition, terms, and duties.

The initial proposal also sought to eliminate a seat on the body reserved for a UW-Madison student representative. Critics of that proposal, including ALRC chair Colin Barushok, argue that it risks silencing students’ voices on alcohol policy and nightlife safety.

Responding to the pushback, the committee ultimately approved an amended version of the ordinance that now heads to the full city council. Barushok, who also represents downtown Madison on the Dane County Board, joined our News Producer Faye Parks to share an overview of last week’s vote – and why he believes the ALRC’s action is an example of good governance.

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