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
US Rep. Mark Pocan on Venezula, New liquor license law, New cheer team in Chippewa
1/9/2026
U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan comments on the military operation in Venezuela last weekend. Then, we learn about how new liquor license laws are challenging owners of wedding barns. And, a […]
Duration:00:49:53
US Sen. Ron Johnson on Venezuela, VA positions eliminated, Wisconsin horror novel
1/8/2026
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin discusses America’s military operation in Venezuela. Then, two former Veterans Administration staffers say moves to eliminate vacant positions will exacerbate worker shortages. And, a […]
Duration:00:50:00
Freezing child care funding, Office of Violence Prevention, Wisconsin athlete aims for Olympics
1/7/2026
We look at how Wisconsin childcare funding is administered as billions in aid have been frozen in recent weeks. Then, we check in on state’s office to prevent gun and […]
Duration:00:49:54
Military operation in Venezuela, Potential for an AI bubble, Emotion Hacks
1/6/2026
A historian and a researcher on rhetoric give more context around the U.S. operation capturing the president of Venezuela. Then, analysts explore what could happen to Wisconsin communities if the […]
Duration:00:50:00
Flu update, Tech college dual enrollments, ‘Changing Seasons’ album
1/5/2026
A doctor shares an update on respiratory illnesses and the flu as seasonal numbers rise. We also hear how tech colleges are letting high school students earn college credits before […]
Duration:00:49:51
Healthcare options for uninsured, New Medicaid work rules, Chainsaw skills
1/2/2026
We look at the care options for people who may be uninsured or seeing changes to their coverage in 2026. We also find out how new rules for the Medicaid […]
Duration:00:49:58
Year in data center news, Invasive carp, Disability zine
12/31/2025
WPR reporter Joe Schulz looks back 2025’s data center boom in Wisconsin. Plus, an update on efforts to keep invasive carp out of Lake Michigan. And two friends talk about […]
Duration:83:20:00
Art and healing, Solar energy costs, Wisconsin place names
12/30/2025
A Wisconsin doctor talks about how art can be a part of the treatment process for neurological disorders. We also look into why solar energy is historically cheap. Plus, we […]
Duration:00:50:00
Shoeprint forensics, Drinking water projects, Sauna culture
12/29/2025
We hear about a UW-Platteville project helping the state expand its database of forensic footprints. We also hear from small villages putting state grant money toward drinking water projects. Plus, […]
Duration:00:50:00
Navigating tariffs, Invasive sea lamprey, Lumberjack songs
12/25/2025
We talk about how small businesses are complying with new trade rules. Then, we hear about how federal cuts are impacting the number of invasive “vampire fish” in the Great […]
Duration:00:50:00