Wisconsin Today
Wisconsin Public Radio
“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.
Location:
United States
Genres:
News
Networks:
Wisconsin Public Radio
Description:
“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.
Language:
English
Episodes
ICE arrests on the rise, Gerrymandering special session, Friend psychology at the Children’s Museum
4/17/2026
We dig into new data showing that more immigrants without criminal records are being arrested in Wisconsin. Then, Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at the legislature’s special session on gerrymandering. And, […]
Duration:00:49:53
Storm recovery, Proton therapy for cancer treatment, Youngest Marinette city alder
4/16/2026
We hear from a county dealing with flooding after this week’s storms. Then, we learn about a new form of cancer treatment that could replace radiation therapy for some patients. […]
Duration:00:50:00
US Sen. Ron Johnson on Iran war, John Deere settlement, Bob Uecker documentary
4/15/2026
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson gives his perspective on the war in Iran and the partial government shutdown. Then, we hear about John Deere’s $99-million settlement of a class-action lawsuit over […]
Duration:00:49:55
Bucks and UW Athletics, Build-to-rent housing, Madison Symphony Orchestra director’s memoir
4/14/2026
Two sports reporters discuss major departures from the Milwaukee Bucks and UW Athletics. Then, we learn about built-to-rent housing developments and why some are worried about efforts to restrict it. […]
Duration:00:50:00
GOP outlook, Postal service delays, Mississippi River Trail
4/13/2026
We discuss recent losses for the Wisconsin GOP and what it means for midterms. Then, we hear from a Wisconsin community being affected by a postal service delays. And, we […]
Duration:00:49:57
‘Sextortion’ bills, Supreme Court election, World’s Largest Trivia Contest
4/10/2026
We learn about new Wisconsin laws to protect children from sex extortion. Then, we review the results of Tuesday’s Supreme Court election with Inside Wisconsin Politics. And, we talk about […]
Duration:00:50:00
Rothman fired, Workers’ comp changes, Used instrument drive
4/9/2026
We talk about what led to the firing of Jay Rothman, president of the Universities of Wisconsin. Then, we learn about changes to the state’s workers’ compensation system. And, we […]
Duration:00:50:00
State Supreme Court election, Organ donation challenges, Wisconsin film about death
4/8/2026
A veteran Wisconsin political reporter discusses the results of Tuesday’s Supreme Court election. Then, we hear about challenges in organ donation in the state. And, we talk to the Wisconsin […]
Duration:00:49:56
ICE arrests mosque president, HIV funding cuts, Outdoor learning
4/7/2026
We hear about the ICE arrest of the president of a Wisconsin mosque. Then, we learn about cuts to HIV safety net programs. And, we visit an outdoor classroom in […]
Duration:00:49:59
Regents vs Rothman, Mail-in voting, Magic realist art
4/6/2026
We hear the latest about the Universities of Wisconsin’s Board of Regents attempt to push out President Jay Rothman. Then, we talk to Wisconsin municipal clerks about Trump’s executive order […]
Duration:00:50:00
US Forest Service changes, Spring election preview, Silent book clubs
4/3/2026
We look at how changes to the U.S. Forest Service will affect Wisconsin. Then, Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at why Wisconsin has stayed out of the redistricting fight and next […]
Duration:00:50:00
Josh Kaul on birthright citizenship, Newcap closure in Green Bay, Milwaukee’s live music scene
4/2/2026
We talk to Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul about the U.S. Supreme Court arguments over birthright citizenship. Then, we find out more about the impact of the non-profit Newcap closing […]
Duration:00:50:00
Artemis II launch, Ticks in Wisconsin, From Wausau to Hollywood and back
4/1/2026
We learn more about the Wisconsin connections to NASA’s planned launch of Artemis II. Then, we find out more about a rise in tick bites in the state. And, we […]
Duration:00:50:00
New antisemitism law, Vertical farming, Hmong refugee memoir
3/31/2026
A First Amendment expert explains Wisconsin’s new law on antisemitism. Then, we learn about the challenges and progress with vertical farming in the state. And, we hear the story of […]
Duration:00:50:00
Student loan plan ending, Increasing butterfat, ‘John Wick’ writer visits film festival
3/30/2026
A group focused on college affordability explains what the ending of the SAVE repayment plan means for borrowers. Then, two guests discuss how the rising amount of fat in cows’ […]
Duration:00:49:53
Opioid treatment in prison, State Supreme Court race, Great Lakes maritime songs
3/27/2026
We look at the medications available to treat opioid addiction in Wisconsin’s prisons. Then, Inside Wisconsin Politics focuses on the April 7 state Supreme Court race. And, we learn about […]
Duration:00:50:00
New FoodShare law, Cesar Chavez investigation, Mobile bookstore in Green Bay
3/26/2026
We learn about a new Wisconsin law that would increase funding for food assistance. Then, three people reflect on the legacy of Cesar Chavez after an investigation found the icon […]
Duration:00:50:00