Wisconsin Weekend

We learn about a pioneering World War II flight nurse from Omro. Then, we talk about the lasting influence of funk dummer, Clyde Stubblefield. And we hear about 10 Labrador […]

We look at how Door County residents are preserving land after a state program expired. Then, we talk about efforts to make theater accessible to everyone. And, we learn about […]

We talk with a Pakistani chef from Madison about his new cookbook. Then, an English musician talks about his album celebrating Milwaukee, his adopted home. And the author of a […]

We learn about a film festival devoted to mental health issues. Then, we talk about the inaugural Midwest Aloha Festival in Milwaukee. Then we talk to an actor from Green […]

We look at why “rockhounders” love Wisconsin. Then, we talk to the author of a new book about supper clubs in Wisconsin and beyond. And, Chloe Benjamin talks about her […]

We talk to a tennis player about her first time competing in the U.S. Open tournament. Then, we learn about the joys of quilting and The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show. […]

A historian explains how knowing the culture and history of Lake Superior can broaden visitors’ perspective of it. Then, a hamburger advocate talks about some of the best burgers in […]

We talk to an author of a new book about how the Packers’ wives were at the center of cultural change. Then, we talk with a mixed martial arts fighter […]

We learn how a volunteer fire department has reflected the evolution of Door County. Then, we talk to an author about her debut novel, set in Wisconsin. And we learn […]

We learn why the ancient Irish sport of hurling is popular in Milwaukee. Then, we talk to an athlete and an organizer of cornhole competitions. And, we find out how […]

We talk to the founders of Mr. Blink about the band’s new album. Then we learn what forest bathing is and where you can do it in Wisconsin. And, we […]

We look at what’s performing at the Green Bay Fringe Festival. Then, we learn about a program that’s using AI robots to keep Wisconsin’s elders and homebound company. And, we […]

We talk to a soccer player who overcame a rare “flesh-eating” infection. Then, we talk with a 9-year-old Wisconsin boy who biked across the country. And a father talks about […]

We talk with “Mr. Peanuts,” the Cross Plains school custodian who is retiring after 61 years. Then, we talk to the owner of a news business who hopes to changes […]

We learn how the Violent Femmes’ made their first album and why it remains significant. Then, we explore a new children’s book about when the Brewers played morning baseball. And, […]

We talk to directors of the Barrio Dance Studio in Madison about how dancers from the studio are appearing on “America’s Got Talent.” Then, we learn about a film marking […]

We talk to the head of the new Center for Black Excellence and Culture about his hopes for the facility. Then, we learn about the forgotten women who kept Wisconsin’s […]

We talk with Wisconsin’s first cartoonist laureate about his art. Then, two coaches and a player explain the growing popularity of flag football among girls. And, the author of  “The […]

We look at how schools in Sauk County are using nature as the classroom. Then, find out why ‘Silent Book Clubs’ are becoming popular in Wisconsin. And, we learn about […]

We explore an art exhibit that looks at the experiences of caregivers. Then, we talk to the founder of an award for children’s books that focus on people with disabilities. […]

We visit a Wisconsin elementary school bringing kids outdoors for class every day. We also learn about the history of artists painting in the magical realism style in Wisconsin. Plus, […]

The creator of the John Wick movie franchise talks about his new movie coming to the Wisconsin Film Festival. We also visit with La Crosse writer Pao Lor about his […]