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
Protecting children from grooming, Data center construction, Wisconsin grottos
3/12/2026
First, we learn about a lawsuit over sexual abuse in a Wisconsin school district. Then, we hear from frustrated community members dealing with data center construction. Later, we meet Wisconsin […]
Duration:00:50:00
War impacts Wisconsin farmers, Whitefish reductions, Milwaukee gun owner safety summit
3/11/2026
We hear from Wisconsin farmers about how the war in Iran is affecting agriculture in the state with rising fertilizer prices. Then, we check in on the declining whitefish population […]
Duration:00:50:00
Rising gas prices, SNAP work requirements, ‘Forts’ children’s book
3/10/2026
First, we learn about the impacts of rising gas prices in Wisconsin. Then, we talk to a researcher and an advocate about Wisconsin’s FoodShare program and new work requirements. Later, […]
Duration:00:50:00
Developing PFAS regulations, Ongoing confusion over tariffs, Helping seniors write about their lives
3/9/2026
We look at how Republicans and Democrats are trying to develop a compromise on PFAS regulations. Then, two Wisconsin business owners explain how the chaotic changes on tariffs are affecting […]
Duration:00:50:00
K-12 attendance boost, Trump Accounts and children’s savings, New Nick Petrie novel
3/6/2026
First, we explore new data showing K-12 school attendance on the rise. Then, an economic policy expert and financial coach discuss a new federal investment account for all newborns. And […]
Duration:00:50:00
Online sports betting, Supreme Court candidate interviews, Shipwreck hunting
3/5/2026
We discuss a bill that would legalize online sports gambling in Wisconsin. Then, we hear from both candidates for the state Supreme Court. And a scuba diver and historian talk […]
Duration:00:50:00
Mark Pocan on Iran, Gail’s Law, Maple syrup
3/4/2026
U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan, a Democrat from the Madison area, discusses President Trump’s war against Iran and Congress’s involvement. Then, a surgeon talks about a new bill that would have […]
Duration:00:50:00
Iran attacks, Schools sue Legislature, Photographing dying pets
3/3/2026
We talk about how Wisconsin Iranians are reacting to the American-Israeli strikes against Iran. Then, we discuss a lawsuit by some school districts over legislative funding. And, a Sussex photographer […]
Duration:00:50:00
Wisconsin taxes, Housing in Green Bay, UW dance program turns 100
3/2/2026
First, we learn about how Wisconsin went from a state with a high tax burden to having one of the lowest in the nation. Then, city planners in Green Bay […]
Duration:00:50:00
Speaker Vos on retirement, Pedestrian safety, ‘Mythspeaker’ author
2/27/2026
We talk to Assembly Speaker Robin Vos about his upcoming retirement and goals for the remainder of his term. Then, we look at ways to protect pedestrians in Wisconsin. And, […]
Duration:00:49:59