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Thursday
9/20/2012
6:00 AM
120920A

Social Class & Politics
Whether a lawmaker is a former finance officer or a former farmer has a huge impact on his or her voting record-even more so than class, income, or education. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who says that how our politicians made their money directly affects our economic policy.

Guest:

Nick Carnes, assistant professor of public policy at the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University

Thursday
9/20/2012
7:00 AM
120920B

The constitutionality of new Capitol protest rul...
The new protest rules at the state Capitol building requiring permits for small groups are being criticized by some as an attack on free speech. However, supporters say free speech needs to be balanced with public order. Joy Cardin's guest discusses why he says the permits are constitutionally sound, but that there may be issues with other parts of the rules.
Guest: Donald Downs, Professor of Political Science, Law and Journalism, UW-Madison. Recent piece: http://wpr.org/r/?848

Thursday
9/20/2012
7:30 AM
120920X

Chief David Erwin
The Wisconsin Capitol Police have cracked down on protesters without permits in recent weeks, enforcing a policy they say has been in place since 1979. Joy Cardin speaks with the Chief of Police about the arrest and citation of protesters and about Capitol safety.

Guest:

David Erwin, Chief of the Wisconsin Capitol Police

Thursday
9/20/2012
8:00 AM
120920C

The Fine Print...and How It Hurts You
Americans are being ripped off by big corporations-and most of us don't even notice. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who says the deck is stacked against us...and the answer can be found in "the fine print."
Guest: David Cay Johnston, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author; his latest book is "The Fine Print: How Big Companies Use 'Plain English' to Rob You Blind"

Thursday
9/20/2012
9:00 PM
120920C

Wednesday
9/19/2012
6:00 AM
120919A

Big Government, Small Bellies?
Americans are gaining weight, and the government needs to help turn the tide. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest economist, who says food labeling, taxes, and education can all help make us healthier.
Guest: Noah Smith, Assistant Professor of Finance at Stony Brook University in New York; his blog: http://noahpinionblog.blogspot.com/ His piece on government and obesity: http://wpr.org/r/?846

Wednesday
9/19/2012
7:00 AM
120919B

Big Question: Upheld or strike down Act 10 rulin...
Local public unions in Wisconsin are considering whether to seek new contract talks after a Dane County judge recently ruled the state's collective bargaining law unconstitutional. Joy Cardin's guests discuss this week's Big Question: Should the decision be upheld or struck down?
Guests:

- John Nichols, Associate Editor, The Capital Times and Washington Correspondent, The Nation magazine.

- Owen Robinson, Columnist, West Bend Daily News. Blog: www.bootsandsabers.com

Wednesday
9/19/2012
8:00 AM
120919C

Science Left Behind
Conservatives are known for many of their anti-science stances, but there are attacks on science from the other end of the political spectrum as well. Joy Cardin's guest says that the left is just as much to blame as the right when it comes to spreading misinformation about science.

Guest:

Hank Campbell, co-author of "Science Left Behind: Feel-Good Fallacies and the Rise of the Anti-Scientific Left." He's the founder and editor of Science 2.0, the world's largest independent science communication community.

Wednesday
9/19/2012
9:00 PM
120919C

Tuesday
9/18/2012
6:00 AM
120918A

Fluoridated water
Portland, Oregon is the latest city to fluoridate its water supply...and Milwaukee decided this summer to continue fluoridating. Joy Cardin gets two takes on the benefits of fluoridated water.
Guests:
6-Michael Connett, Special Projects Manager for the Fluoride Action Network

6:30--Matt Crespin (CRISP-pean), registered dental hygienist, member of the Wisconsin Dental Association, and associate director of the Children's Health Alliance of Wisconsin, which administers the Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition.

Tuesday
9/18/2012
7:00 AM
120918B

Foreign policy and the presidential candidates
Foreign policy took center stage in the race for president after the deadly attacks on U.S. interests in the Middle East, Africa and elsewhere. Joy Cardin's guest discusses where President Barack Obama and Republican nominee Mitt Romney stand on this issue, as well as the other foreign challenges facing the nation.
Guest: Jeremi Suri, the Mack Brown Distinguished Chair for Leadership in Global Affairs, History, and Public Policy, University of Texas at Austin. Author, "Liberty's Surest Guardian: American Nation-Building from the Founders to Obama."

Tuesday
9/18/2012
7:30 AM
120918X

Understanding recent Middle Eastern violence
According to Joy Cardin's guest, the film about the Prophet Muhammad and the attacks on U.S. interests in Libya and Egypt have generated more heat than light. He shares a few key points that he says are important to keep in mind to understanding the controversy, and discusses the latest on the ongoing anti-American protests in the Middle East.
Guest: Omid (oh-MEED) Safi (sa-FEE), Professor of Islamic Studies, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Author of several books, including "Memories of Muhammad: Why the Prophet Matters." Blog: http://wpr.org/r/?843

Tuesday
9/18/2012
8:00 AM
120918C

On Your Money: September 18
It's another edition of On Your Money! Host Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley have five ways you benefit from saving for your retirement through a work plan, a warning on pre-paid funeral insurance, and answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
9/18/2012
9:00 PM
120918C

On Your Money: September 18
It's another edition of On Your Money! Host Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley have five ways you benefit from saving for your retirement through work, a warning on pre-paid funeral insurance, and answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Monday
9/17/2012
6:00 AM
120917A

Complaint Free World, Homeless Shelters for Teen...
Complaining is a bad habit-but we can teach ourselves to break it. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who says we can quit complaining and use our time and energy in more productive ways.
Guest: Will Bowen (BO-en), author of "A Complaint Free World" and "Complaint Free Relationships" and founder of the non-profit group A Complaint Free World http://www.acomplaintfreeworld.org
Then it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call! Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker says the number of homeless children is on the rise and that the state needs to invest in more resources for shelters that serve teens.
Guest: Chris Taylor, Democratic State Representative, Madison.

Monday
9/17/2012
7:00 AM
120917B

State Capitol Report: September 17, 2012
Vice President Joe Biden visits Eau Claire, his counterpart Paul Ryan holds a town hall in De Pere, and police ticket state capitol protesters... at their homes. Joy Cardin's guest discusses those stories and more in the State Capitol Report.
Guests:

- Rich Kremer (KRAY-mur), Wisconsin Public Radio reporter, Eau Claire.

- Patty Murray, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter, Green Bay.

- Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government reporter.

Monday
9/17/2012
7:30 AM
120917X

Chippewa Tribes Elk Harvest
The announcement that Wisconsin's Chippewa Tribes are planning to kill a single elk has sparked a debate between the Department of Natural Resources and the Chippewa Tribes. Joy Cardin's guest says that the tribes should be able to harvest the elk and discusses other Native American issues.

Guest:

Paul DeMain, producer for IndianCountryTV.com

Monday
9/17/2012
8:00 AM
120917C

Be Good
Joy Cardin's guest shares his thoughts on how the moral landscape is changing in this country. He'll discuss the most difficult ethical dilemmas and how we should navigate them.

Guest:

Randy Cohen, author of "Be Good: How to Navigate the Ethics of Everything." He wrote "The Ethicist" weekly column in the New York Times Magazine for 12 years. He's the creator and host of "Person Place Thing," a public radio program produced by WAMC.

Monday
9/17/2012
9:00 PM
120917C

Friday
9/14/2012
6:00 AM
120914A

Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest celebrations are starting to crop up around Wisconsin, even though it's only September! Joy Cardin's guest explains the German origins of Oktoberfest and why it's become so Americanized.

Guest:

Mark Louden, professor of German at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is a linguist who specializes in German-American studies and Pennsylvania Dutch language and culture.

Friday
9/14/2012
7:00 AM
120914B

Fantasy football and absent refs
Joy Cardin looks at football, starting with the appeal of fantasy football, and then turning to the NFL referee lock-out and its impact on the NFL's quality and image.
7 - Paul Charchian (CHAR-chee-en), President of the Fantasy Sports Trade Association, and founder of Fanball and LeagueSafe

7:20 - Jeff Christiansen of Oconomowoc, founder of FFToolbox.com, a fantasy football website

7:30 - Jason Keidel (kigh-DELL), sports writer for WFAN, CBS New York City

Friday
9/14/2012
8:00 AM
120914C

Week in Review: September 14
Progress is reportedly made in the Chicago teachers' strike, Mitt Romney criticizes President Obama for the attacks in the Middle East, and more citations handed down to protestors at the state capitol building. Joy Cardin's guests discuss those issues and other top national and state news stories in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- Matt Rothschild, Publisher, The Progressive magazine. www.progressive.org

- David Blaska, former Dane County Supervisor. Blog: http://wpr.org/r/?842

Friday
9/14/2012
9:00 PM
120914C

Thursday
9/13/2012
6:00 AM
120913A

Higher speed limits
Things are speeding up on one Texas highway, with a new speed limit of 85 miles per hour-and other states are expected to join in the high-speed chase. Joy Cardin gets two perspectives on the impact of higher speed limits.
Guests:

6 - John Bowman, Spokesperson for the National Motorists Association, based in Waunakee

6:30 - Russ Rader, (RAY-dur), Senior Vice President of Communications for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Thursday
9/13/2012
7:00 AM
120913B

Vice Presidential Candidates Visit Wisconsin
Vice President Joe Biden is scheduled to speak at UW-Eau Claire Thursday morning, one day after Republican Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan held a town hall meeting in De Pere. Joy Cardin gets two takes on their visits and the role of Wisconsin in the presidential election.
Guests:

- 7:00 - John McAdams, Associate Professor of Political Science, Marquette University.

- 7:30 - Ed Garvey, Senior Partner at the law firm of Garvey, McNeil and Associates; Publisher, www.fightingbob.com.

Thursday
9/13/2012
8:00 AM
120913C

Why Have Kids?
If statistics confirm that parenting makes Americans unhappy, then why have kids? That's the question Joy Cardin's guest explores in her new book. She discusses the American ideal of parenting and how we should think about parenting differently.

Guest:

Jessica Valenti, author of "Why Have Kids? A New Mom Explores the Truth About Parenting and Happiness." She is a new mom and the founder of Feministing.com, a blog for young feminists. Her other books include "The Purity Myth" and "Full Frontal Feminism."

Thursday
9/13/2012
9:00 PM
120913C

Wednesday
9/12/2012
6:00 AM
120912A

College is Worthwhile
While the debate about the worth of a college education goes on, a new study shows that your chance of being unemployed increases without a college degree. Joy Cardin's guest will talk about how the recession is affecting college graduates differently than high school graduates-and how that shows that a college degree is worthwhile.

Guest:

Anthony Carnevale, director of the Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce

Wednesday
9/12/2012
6:30 AM
120912X

Is Higher Education a Bubble?
Is the large investment so many make in a college degree worth it? Joy Cardin's guest says she fears that it doesn't match the return. In a job market with no guarantees, taking on thousands of dollars of student debt might not be worthwhile, in her opinion.

Guest:

Megan McArdle, special correspondent for business, economics, and public policy at Newsweek. Here's a link to her piece on higher education: http://wpr.org/r/?838

Wednesday
9/12/2012
7:00 AM
120912B

Big Question: Support or oppose teachers strike?
Public school teachers in Chicago continue to strike this week after negotiations between their union and school administrators failed to result in a new contract. Major sticking points reportedly include teacher evaluations, jobs for laid-off teachers, and benefits. Joy Cardin's guests discuss this week's Big Question: Do you support or oppose the Chicago teachers' decision to strike? Poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Steve Gunn, Communications Director, Education Action Group. www.eagnews.org

- Kristen Crowell (KROHL), Executive Director, We Are Wisconsin. http://www.wearewisconsin.org/

Wednesday
9/12/2012
8:00 AM
120912C

Daring Greatly
We can't live a full and happy life without experiencing vulnerability at some point. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who says that vulnerability isn't actually a weakness and that by embracing it, we can live better lives.

Guest:

Brene Brown, author of "Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead." She is a research professor at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Her other books include "The Gifts of Imperfection" and "I Thought It Was Just Me."

Wednesday
9/12/2012
9:00 PM
120912C

Tuesday
9/11/2012
6:00 AM
120911A

The value of grandparents
Even if you missed Grandparents Day on Sunday, you can "Do Something Grand" this week. Joy Cardin's guest says grandparents make a big difference in the lives of children...and she says we can celebrate Grandparents Week by bringing people of different generations together.
Guest: Donna Butts, Executive Director of Generations United www.gu.org

Tuesday
9/11/2012
7:00 AM
120911B

Teachers strike in Chicago
Public school teachers in Chicago are on strike for the first time in a quarter century, leaving 400-thousand students stuck outside the classrooms. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the major points of contention and the message the situation is sending to the rest of the nation.
Guest: Steve Correia (korea), Associate Professor of Teacher Education, St. Norbert College.

Tuesday
9/11/2012
8:00 AM
120911C

On Your Money--September 11th, 2012
Join Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley for this week's edition of On Your Money. Kevin will share good places to look for financial info, tips on savings bonds, and a warning for shoppers.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
9/11/2012
9:00 PM
120911C

Monday
9/10/2012
6:00 AM
120910A

High Blood Pressure/Wake-up, drivers
The CDC says blood pressure is out of control for too many Americans. Joy Cardin's guest talks about the scope of the problem and what we can do about it.
Then, it's our Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Did you know that driving after being awake for 20 hours or more is the same as driving with a .08 blood alcohol level? Joy Cardin speaks to a guest about the dangers of drowsy driving.

Guest--Dr. Patrick Remington, Professor and Associate Dean of Public Health at UW-Madison.

Wake-Up Call: Rebecca Fox, a Sleep Disorders Technologist at the St. Mary's Janesville Hospital Sleep Lab

Monday
9/10/2012
7:00 AM
120910B

State Capitol Report: September 10, 2012
Capitol Police get tough on permit-less protesters, Congresswoman and U.S. Senate candidate Tammy Baldwin discusses "the Wisconsin she knows" at the DNC, and the NAACP asks the state Supreme Court to hold off on voter ID. Joy Cardin's guest discusses those stories and more of the latest happenings from beneath the capitol dome in the State Capitol Report.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
9/10/2012
7:30 AM
120910X

Capitol Police Arrests Protesters
Last week Capitol Police arrested a dozen people for holding up signs without permits in the Capitol building's rotunda. Supporters of the arrest say that the ban on protesting without permits has been in place for a long time and is being enforced fairly. But Joy Cardin's guest says it's a violation of our right to free speech.

Guest:

Chris Ahmuty, Executive Director of the ACLU of Wisconsin

Monday
9/10/2012
8:00 AM
120910C

Mondays with Mike: September 2012 edition
It's time for the September edition of Mondays with Mike. Wisconsin Public Radio Director Mike Crane joins host Joy Cardin to discuss the latest about WPR programming and operations, including upcoming state and national political coverage, and more.
Guest: Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio.

Monday
9/10/2012
9:00 PM
120910C

Friday
9/7/2012
6:00 AM
120907A

Fall Colors in WI
It's that time of year again, and the leaves are just starting to change in the northern part of the state. Gene Purcell speaks to a science professor about why the leaves change in the fall, and then speaks with Wisconsin's Tourism Secretary about when and where we can see fall colors.

Guests:

6:06-6:15-Paul Whitaker, associate professor of biological sciences at UW-Marathon County

6:15-6:59-Stephanie Klett, Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism

Friday
9/7/2012
7:00 AM
120907B

DNC Comes to a Close
The 2012 Democratic National Convention is in the books. Gene Purcell's guest discusses the speeches by President Obama, Vice President Biden and Wisconsin Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin, plus reacts to the August jobs report that's to be released during the hour.
Guest: Charles Franklin, Visiting Professor of Law and Public Policy, and Director, Marquette University Law School Poll; Co-founder, www.Pollster.com and Founder, www.PollsAndVotes.com.

Friday
9/7/2012
8:00 AM
120907C

Week in Review: DNC Edition
It's a special DNC edition of the Week in Review! Gene Purcell's guests of opposing political perspectives weigh in with their thoughts on the major speeches, themes and happenings of the 2012 Democratic National Convention in Charlotte.
Guests:

- Keene Winters, financial planner from Schofield, member of the Wausau City Council and a member of the steering committee of the Center-Right Coalition of Wausau.

- Kathleen Falk, former Dane County Executive and a delegate, Democratic National Convention.

Friday
9/7/2012
9:00 PM
120907C

Thursday
9/6/2012
6:00 AM
120906A

Why College Students Don't Read
Two recent studies show that many college freshmen do not read their assignments, and more than half of those that do fail to understand the material. Rob Ferrett's guest discusses these findings and what can be done to increase compliance and comprehension.
Guest: Mary Hoeft (heft), Professor of Communication Arts, UW-Barron County. Article: http://wpr.org/r/?836

Thursday
9/6/2012
7:00 AM
120906B

Wis. Delegate Weighs in on DNC
The Democratic National Convention wraps up today in Charlotte with speeches by Wisconsin Congresswoman and U.S. Senate candidate Tammy Baldwin, President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden. Rob Ferrett's guest previews the day's events and makes the case for voting Democratic in the November elections.
Guest: Christine Bremer (BREE-mur)-Muggli (MOO-glee), attorney, Bremer & Trollop Law Offices, Wausau; delegate, Democratic National Convention.

Thursday
9/6/2012
8:00 AM
120906C

The Art of Procrastination
You can get things done by procrastinating-as long as you do it right. Rob Ferrett's guest philosopher says putting things off can be a skill instead of a character flaw.
Guest: John Perry, Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at Stanford University and author of "The Art of Procrastination: A Guide to Effective Lollygagging, and Postponing"

Thursday
9/6/2012
9:00 PM
120906C

Wednesday
9/5/2012
6:00 AM
120905A

Organic Food
A recent study out of Stanford University concluded that organic fruits and vegetables are no more nutritious than non-organic produce. But Rob Ferrett's guest says that he still follows a strictly-organic diet and would recommend that you do, too.

Guest:

Mark Kastel, co-director and Senior Farm Policy Analyst at the Cornucopia Institute, a farm policy research group based in Cornucopia, Wisconsin

Wednesday
9/5/2012
7:00 AM
120905B

Big Question: Better Off than Four Years Ago?
Get the latest on the Democratic National Convention when Rob Ferrett's guest provides an update from Charlotte. Then, his guests of opposing perspectives discuss this week's Big Question: Are you better off today than you were four years ago? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Frederica Freyberg (FRY-berg), host, "Here and Now" on Wisconsin Public Television.

- Christian Weller, Senior Fellow, Center for American Progress; Associate Professor of Public Policy, University of Massachusetts Boston. Piece: http://wpr.org/r/?835

- Diana Furchtgott (FURSHT-gott)-Roth, Senior Fellow, Manhattan Institute; Contributing Editor, realclearmarkets.com.

Wednesday
9/5/2012
8:00 AM
120905C

Sacred Ground
Prejudice against Muslims in the United States doesn't just hurt the Muslim community-it hurts all Americans. That's according to Rob Ferrett's guest, who says that historically pluralism has always defeated prejudice, and it's time for a generation to stand up to anti-Muslim discrimination.

Guest:

Eboo Patel, author of "Sacred Ground: Pluralism, Prejudice, and the
Promise of America." He's also the founder and president of the Interfaith Youth Core. He was a member of President Obama's inaugural faith council and is a regular contributor to the Washington Post, the Huffington Post, CNN, and public radio. You can find his book here: http://wpr.org/r/?833 His website is www.ifyc.org, and you can follow him on Twitter @eboopatel

Tuesday
9/4/2012
6:00 AM
120904A

Cold & Flu 101
With the weather turning cooler, many people are catching colds-or are they suffering from allergies? Or could it turn into a sinus infection? Joy Cardin speaks with a doctor about how to know when a cold is more than a cold, how to know when you're suffering from allergies, and how to take care of yourself when you get sick.

Guest:

Dr. Todd Mahr, pediatric allergist at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse. He's also the Chair of the Leadership Board for the American Lung Association in Wisconsin.

Tuesday
9/4/2012
7:00 AM
120904B

DNC preview
Last week, Republicans gathered in Tampa and rallied at their national convention; this week, it's the Democrats' turn in Charlotte. Rob Ferrett's guest previews the speeches and tells us what we can expect in the days ahead.
Guest: David Cohen (CO-win), Professor of Political Science, University of Akron; Fellow, Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics.

Tuesday
9/4/2012
8:00 AM
120904C

On Your Money: Home Edition
Median home prices have risen for five straight months, according to the Wisconsin Realtors Association, and July's sales were up more than 17 percent from the same month last year. In a special edition of On Your Money, Rob Ferrett's guests discuss whether the housing industry has finally turned the corner, and have advice on buying, selling or renovating your home.
Guests:

- Kevin King, Executive Vice President, Realtors Association of South Central Wisconsin.

- Bonnie Dixon, Manager of Stark Homes, Sun Prairie Branch; serves on the Board of Directors, Realtors Association of South Central Wisconsin.

Monday
9/3/2012
6:00 AM
120903A

Beer & Labor
Why do we associate union workers with beer and bars? Rob Ferrett's guest discusses the relationship between the labor movement and beer and what we should drink for Labor Day.

Then, it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Many college freshmen will be about seven to nine pounds heavier when the school year wraps up in spring. Rob's guest discusses the factors that lead to weight gain and how students can keep those pounds off.

Guest:

Troy Patterson, columnist for Slate Magazine. Here's his piece, "What Beer to Drink on Labor Day-And on the Job": http://wpr.org/r/?831.

Wake-Up Call Guest:

- Joan Salge (SAL-jee) Blake, Clinical Associate Professor of Nutrition, Boston University.

Monday
9/3/2012
7:00 AM
120903B

State Capitol Report: September 3, 2012
Vice President Joe Biden visits Green Bay, Wisconsin makes a strong showing at the Republican convention, and a ruling on the state's wolf hunting lawsuit. Rob Ferrett's guests discuss those issues during the State Capitol Report.
Guests:

- Chuck Quirmbach, Wisconsin Public Radio Reporter in Milwaukee; he covered Biden's stop in Green Bay.

- Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
9/3/2012
7:30 AM
120903X

Merit Pay for Teachers
Some school districts in Wisconsin will be experimenting this year with merit pay for teachers. Rob Ferrett's guest discusses the upsides, downsides, opportunities and challenges of performance-based pay, and welcomes your questions and comments.
Guest: Alan Borsuk, Senior Fellow in Law and Public Policy at Marquette University Law School; Education Beat Columnist, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Monday
9/3/2012
8:00 AM
120903C

State of Labor in Wisconsin
Our annual Labor Day tradition continues when Rob Ferrett talks with the head of Wisconsin's AFL-CIO about the state of labor unions in Wisconsin.
Guest: Phil Neuenfeldt, President, Wisconsin State AFL-CIO.

Monday
9/3/2012
9:00 PM
120903C

State of Labor in Wisconsin
Our annual Labor Day tradition continues when Joy Cardin talks with the head of Wisconsin's AFL-CIO about the state of labor unions in Wisconsin.
Guest: Phil Neuenfeldt, President, Wisconsin State AFL-CIO.

Friday
8/31/2012
6:00 AM
120831A

Tell Joy Where to Go: September 2012
Summer is almost gone! Fortunately, there is lots of fun to be had this Labor Day weekend in Wisconsin. Joy Cardin's guest runs down the holiday highlights and events across the state, along with some great recommendations for the rest of September.
Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist, Journal & Topics Newspapers, and Contributing Travel Editor, American BoomeR; Monthly contributor, "Tell Joy Where to Go" programs.

Friday
8/31/2012
7:00 AM
120831B

The Parties Versus the People
As we turn from one party convention to another, Joy Cardin's guest says the political parties have too much power over our government.
Guest: Mickey Edwards, former Republican Congressman from Oklahoma; his new book is "The Parties Versus the People: How to Turn Republicans and Democrats into Americans"

Friday
8/31/2012
8:00 AM
120831C

Week in Review: 8/31/12
In this edition of the Week in Review, Joy Cardin gets two perspectives on the week's top national and state stories, including a wrap-up of the Republican Convention in Tampa and the response to Governor Walker and Congressman Ryan's speeches.

Guests:

--Tom Still, President of the Wisconsin Technology Council

--Ed Fallone, Associate Professor of Law at Marquette University

Friday
8/31/2012
9:00 PM
120831C

Thursday
8/30/2012
6:00 AM
120830A

Cooking Isn't Fun, But Do It Anyway
Cooking can be annoying, time-consuming, and risky-but we should do it anyway. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest. She says that even though cooking isn't always fun, the benefits of making your meals from scratch outweigh the difficulties.

Guest:

Tracie McMillan, author of "The American Way of Eating: Undercover at
Wal-Mart, Applebee's, Farm Fields, and the Dinner Table." She's also a Senior Fellow at the Schuster Institute for Investigative Journalism and a Knight Wallace Fellow at the University of Michigan.

Thursday
8/30/2012
7:00 AM
120830B

Paul Ryan's speech to the GOP convention
Wisconsin Congressman Paul Ryan will give his biggest speech to date when he formally accepts the Republican nomination for vice president Wednesday night. Joy Cardin's guest analyzes the address and discusses how Ryan may frame the debate over the national debt, Medicare and others on the campaign trail.
Guest: Bill Ballenger (BAL-en-jir), editor and publisher, "Inside Michigan Politics" newsletter.

Thursday
8/30/2012
8:00 AM
120830C

Growing Up Brave
Anxiety disorders affect one in eight children, according to one source. As we get ready to send our kids back to school, Joy Cardin talks to a childhood anxiety expert about how to reduce-and in some cases to even eliminate-childhood anxiety.

Guest:

Donna Pincus, author of "Growing Up Brave: Expert Strategies for Helping Your Child Overcome Fear, Stress, and Anxiety." She's also the Director of the Child and Adolescent Fear and Anxiety Treatment Program at the Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders at Boston University.

Wednesday
8/29/2012
6:00 AM
120829A

The Immortal Sherlock Holmes
Consulting detective Sherlock Holmes has had a long career, from the original stories to two modern TV adaptations and a big-money movie franchise. Joy Cardin's guest will help deduce the reasons for the ongoing appeal of Holmes and Watson.
Guest: Tracy Revels (REV-els), Professor of History at Wofford (WAW-ferd) College in South Carolina. She teaches a class on Sherlock Holmes, and has written two Holmes novels: Shadowfall and Shadowblood. Her "Strictly Sherlock" blog: http://woffproff.typepad.com/

Wednesday
8/29/2012
7:00 AM
120829B

Big Question: Should the U.S. follow WI's exampl...
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker addresses the Republican National Convention on Tuesday night. He says he will highlight the tough choices he's made, including curtailing the power of public sector unions, to return fiscal responsibility to the state - something the nation should also do. Joy Cardin's guests discuss this week's Big Question: Should the United States follow Wisconsin's example to fix its financial woes? Poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Scot Ross, Executive Director, One Wisconsin Now. www.onewisconsinnow.org

- Steve Prestegard, Editor, The Platteville Journal. Blog: www.steveprestegard.com.

Wednesday
8/29/2012
8:00 AM
120829C

The Midwestern Accent
Did you know that people who live around the Great Lakes are changing the way American English sounds? Joy Cardin's guest discusses how the Midwestern dialect is changing English around the country.

Guest:

Joseph Salmons, co-director of the University of Wisconsin Center for the Study of Upper Midwestern Cultures

Tuesday
8/28/2012
6:00 AM
120828A

Circumcision
For the first time, the American Academy of Pediatrics has endorsed male circumcision and its medical benefits. Joy Cardin speaks to a guest about why the American Academy of Pediatrics decided to endorse the procedure and declare that the medical benefits outweigh the risks.

Guest:

Dr. Lindsay Geier, a UW-Health pediatrician.

Tuesday
8/28/2012
7:00 AM
120828B

Republican National Convention
After cancelling Monday's events due to Hurricane Isaac, Republicans are planning on starting their three-day convention on Tuesday. Joy Cardin's first guest has the latest developments from Tampa, then talks with state Republicans about the party's goals for this week and the message it's trying to send ahead of the November elections.
Guests:

- Zac Schultz, reporter, "Here and Now" on Wisconsin Public Television.

- Alberta Darling, Republican State Senator, River Hills.

- Brian Schimming, Vice Chair, Republican Party of Wisconsin.

Tuesday
8/28/2012
8:00 AM
120828C

On Your Money--August 28th, 2012
Join Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley for this week's edition of On Your Money. Kevin looks at a new study that rates Wisconsin poorly when it comes to generosity and shares advice on dividend-paying stocks and saving money on coffee.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com

Monday
8/27/2012
6:00 AM
120827A

More People Hunting and Fishing
A recent survey by the U.S. Interior Department shows the number of people nationally who hunt and fish is growing after many years of declining. Joy Cardin's guest discusses what's leading to more people taking to the woods and water, and responds to your questions and comments about heading outdoors.
Then, it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Joy's guest says this year's apple harvest is taking a heavy toll on many Wisconsin producers. He'll explain why and what that means for consumers.
Guests:

- Dan Small, host/producer of the public television show, "Outdoor Wisconsin," "Outdoors Radio with Dan Small," and contributing editor, Wisconsin Outdoor News. www.dansmalloutdoors.com

- Steve Louis, president, Wisconsin Apple Growers Association; apple grower, Richland Center. www.waga.org

Monday
8/27/2012
7:00 AM
120827B

State Capitol Report: August 27
The Republican National Convention kicks off today in Tampa. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin's guest talks about the roles of some prominent Wisconsin politicians at the gathering, including Gov. Scott Walker, vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan and RNC chairman Reince Priebus. Plus, he discusses whether the state Supreme Court will take up the voter ID case before the November elections, and other top news in state government.
Guest: Charley Jacobs, Assistant Professor of Political Science, St. Norbert College.

Monday
8/27/2012
7:30 AM
120827X

State Capitol Report: Redistricting Reform
According to Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker, now is the time to pass redistricting reform in Wisconsin. In the second half of this week's State Capitol Report, he describes the problems he sees with letting political parties draw the legislative maps, and why he says an independent redistricting commission is a better approach.
Guest: Tim Cullen, Democratic State Senator, Janesville. Column: http://wpr.org/r/?826

Monday
8/27/2012
8:00 AM
120827C

Music and Politics
Whether it's musicians asking politicians not to use their music or musicians making politically-charged comments, music is playing a big role in the 2012 presidential campaign. Joy Cardin's guests discuss the relationship between music and politics and talk about the role music is playing in this election.

Guests:

--Benjamin Schoening, Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Choral and Vocal Activities at Gainesville State College in Oakwood, GA.

--Eric Kasper, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Wisconsin-Barron County and the municipal judge in Rice Lake.

Monday
8/27/2012
9:00 PM
120827C

Friday
8/24/2012
6:00 AM
120824A

101 Reasons to Love the Packers
Vince Lombardi, Lambeau Field and the Ice Bowl are just three reasons why people love the Green Bay Packers; Joy Cardin's guest has 101, covering historic moments, unforgettable games and larger-than-life personalities. He'll discuss some of them and invite you to share why you love the green and gold.
Guest: David Green, founder and creative director, Brightgreen Design, Orangeburg, New York; author, "101 Reasons to Love the Packers."

Friday
8/24/2012
7:00 AM
120824B

Mindset List of the Class of 2016
The Real World, the Lambeau Leap, the Lion King-these are a few of the cultural touchstones that have shaped the lives of students entering college for the first time this fall. Joy Cardin's guest discusses this year's "Mindset List" and the changing worldview of this generation.

Guest:

Tom McBride, Professor of the Humanities at Beloit College. Every year since 1998 he and Beloit's former Public Affairs Director Ron Nief have come up with the mindset list for freshman entering college. Tom and Ron are also co-authors of "The Mindset Lists of American History: From Typewriters to Text Messages, What Ten Generations of Americans Think is Normal."

Friday
8/24/2012
8:00 AM
120824C

Week in Review: August 24
Missouri Congressman Todd Akin defies calls to bow out of the U.S. Senate race, Tommy Thompson leads Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin's U.S. Senate race, and the state's top cop wants the Supreme Court to take the voter ID case before the November elections. Joy Cardin's guests discuss those issues and other top national and state news stories in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- John Sharpless, Professor of History, UW-Madison.

- Louis Fortis, Editor-in-Chief, Shepherd Express.

Friday
8/24/2012
9:00 PM
120824C

Thursday
8/23/2012
6:00 AM
120823A

Scare tactics in public health ads
Gruesome ads warn of the dangers of texting while driving, and labels on cigarettes are getting ever more graphic. But Joy Cardin's guest says scare tactics don't necessarily scare people into quitting dangerous health habits.
Guest: Joyce M. Wolburg (WALL-berg), Professor of Advertising and Associate Dean of the College of Communication at Marquette University

Thursday
8/23/2012
7:00 AM
120823B

Roundabouts!
Of the five most crash-prone intersections in Madison last year, three were roundabouts. Still, Joy Cardin's guest says roundabouts are safer and more efficient than traditional four-way intersections. He'll discuss some recent data, factors that go into deciding where to build roundabouts, and respond to your questions and comments.
Guest: David Noyce, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, UW-Madison; Director, Wisconsin Traffic Operations and Safety (TOPS) Laboratory. www.topslab.wisc.edu

Thursday
8/23/2012
8:00 AM
120823C

Torture and the United States
Torture has risen as an instrument of American policy, and it's damaging the nation's moral authority. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, the author of a new book on coercive interrogation.
Guest: Alfred McCoy, Professor of History at UW-Madison. His new book is Torture and Impunity: The U.S. Doctrine of Coercive Interrogation

Thursday
8/23/2012
9:00 PM
120823C

Wednesday
8/22/2012
6:00 AM
120822A

Disappearing Species
We should be alarmed by the growing number of species on the road to extinction, according to Joy Cardin's guest science reporter.
Guest:

Ron Seely, Science and Environment Reporter for the Wisconsin State Journal

Wednesday
8/22/2012
7:00 AM
120822B

Human Life Amendment
Republicans are drafting an anti-abortion platform without exceptions for rape and incest that will be unveiled at the GOP convention next week. In our Big Question, Joy Cardin's guest discusses a Human Life Amendment and whether it should be added to the Constitution.

Guest:

Jodi Jacobson, editor-in-chief of RH Reality Check, a daily online publication that focuses on reproductive health justice issues.

Wednesday
8/22/2012
8:00 AM
120822C

How to Tell When You're Being Lied to
Joy Cardin's guest says the average person lies more than 10 times a day, but by recognizing a few key behaviors, you can separate fact from fiction. He explains how mechanisms used in the intelligence-gathering field can be applied to everyday situations like when buying a car, parenting, interviewing a potential employee, and more.
Guest: Michael Floyd, a former commissioned officer in the U.S. Army Military Police, and an officer with the Central Intelligence Agency and National Security Agency. Co-author, "Spy the Lie: Former CIA Officers Teach You How to Detect Deception." www.qverity.com

Wednesday
8/22/2012
9:00 PM
120822C

Tuesday
8/21/2012
6:00 AM
120821A

Email and Productivity
Is email derailing your productivity at work? Joy Cardin's guest says it can, but it doesn't have to. She discusses how email can slow us down and how to email more efficiently at work.

Guest:

Marsha Egan, workplace productivity expert and author of "Inbox Detox and the Habit of Email Excellence."

Tuesday
8/21/2012
7:00 AM
120821B

The Future of Medicare
Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan have been criticizing President Obama, saying he's using Medicare as "a piggybank for Obamacare." Meanwhile, Obama is attacking Ryan for wanting to "end Medicare as we know it." Joy Cardin's guest discusses the proposed changes and reforms to Medicare, and answers your questions.
Guest: Tom Oliver, Professor, Department of Population Health Sciences, UW-Madison; Director, UW's Master of Public Health Program.

Tuesday
8/21/2012
8:00 AM
120821C

On Your Money: The Ultimate Cheapskate
It's a special edition of On Your Money! A recent survey shows that 63 percent of consumers plan to spend up to $500 on back-to-school shopping this year. Joy Cardin's guest has some tips on keeping your bill as low as possible. He also shares some secrets to finding bargains year-round, some cheap, easy and delicious cucumber recipes, frugal ways to keep mosquitoes away, and other money-saving advice.
Guest: Jeff Yeager, aka, "The Ultimate Cheapskate." AARP's resident savings expert, and author, "The Ultimate Cheapskate's Road Map to True Riches," "The Cheapskate Next Door," and "Don't Throw that Away!" www.ultimatecheapskate.com

Tuesday
8/21/2012
9:00 PM
120821C

Monday
8/20/2012
6:00 AM
120820A

Atheism in the United States
The number of atheists in the United States has increased five-fold in the last seven years, according to a new poll. Joy Cardin's guest explains the apparent decline of religion in the United States and puts the poll results in a cultural context.
Then, it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Two cases of the H3N2 virus, a variant of swine flu, have been reported recently in Wisconsin. Joy's guest discusses its symptoms, treatment and prevention. http://wpr.org/r/?816
Guests:

- Derek Hicks, professor of religion and culture at Wake Forest University's School of Divinity.

- Dr. Henry Anderson, State Health Officer, Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

Monday
8/20/2012
7:00 AM
120820B

State Capitol Report: State Legislative Round-Up
It's a special round-up edition of The State Capitol Report. Joy Cardin talks with WPR reporters throughout the state to recap last week's state legislative primary elections and look ahead to the hotly contested races in November.
Guests:

- Glen Moberg, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter, Wausau.

- Gilman Halsted, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter, Madison.

- Patty Murray, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter, Green Bay.

- Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter, Eau Claire.

- Chuck Quirmbach, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter, Milwaukee.

- Maureen McCollum, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter, La Crosse.

- Mike Simonson, Wisconsin Public Radio reporter, Superior.

Monday
8/20/2012
8:00 AM
120820C

Political Gaffes
Vice President Joe Biden made a huge political gaffe last week, telling an African-American crowd that they would be put "back in chains" under candidate Mitt Romney's economic plan. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the significance of political gaffes.

Guest:

Roy Peter Clark, writing teacher at the Poynter Institute and a regular commentator on language for NPR. His latest book is "Help! For Writers" and it has its own app.

Monday
8/20/2012
9:00 PM
120820C

Friday
8/17/2012
6:00 AM
120817A

Wisconsin's Lighthouses
There are more than three dozen lighthouses dotting Wisconsin's shorelines along Lakes Michigan and Superior. Joy Cardin's guest discusses their history and stories, his favorites, welcomes your recommendations and answers your lighthouse-related questions.
Guest: Terry Pepper, Executive Director, Great Lakes Lighthouse Keepers Association. www.gllka.com. Web site: www.terrypepper.com.

Friday
8/17/2012
7:00 AM
120817B

Summer Bucket List
Summer's almost gone...and Joy Cardin and her guest want to know if you've done everything you meant to do. Whether it's travel, outside activities, a reading list, or just lying around...did you accomplish your summer bucket list?
Guest: Danny Heitman, columnist for the Baton Rouge Advocate and frequent contributor to national newspapers

Friday
8/17/2012
8:00 AM
120817C

Week in Review for August 24th, 2012
Paul Ryan joins the race for the White House, and Tommy Thompson wins the primary for US Senate. Those topics lead the discussion on this edition of the Week in Review with Joy Cardin and her guests.
Guests:

Joe Wineke, former state Senator and former chair, Democratic Party of Wisconsin.

Chris Lato, former communications director of the Republican Party of Wisconsin and GOP campaign consultant.

Friday
8/17/2012
9:00 PM
120817C

Thursday
8/16/2012
6:00 AM
120816A

Bragging and boasting
Joy Cardin's guest says bragging and boasting seem to be on the rise, in part because we want to share our triumphs on social media.
Guest: Elizabeth Bernstein (BURN-steen), columnist at the Wall Street Journal, where she writes the "Bonds: On Relationships" column.

Thursday
8/16/2012
7:00 AM
120816B

Media coverage on Ryan
The news media has been heavily covering Paul Ryan since Mitt Romney named him as his running mate last weekend. Joy Cardin's first guest discusses why he says the media has been fawning over Ryan's intelligence and bravery. Her second guest says the media is doing what it can to trash Ryan, just as it has to previous Republican vice presidential candidates.
Guests:

- Peter Hart, Activism Director, Fairness and Accuracy In Reporting. http://wpr.org/r/?809

- Tim Graham, Director of Media Analysis, Media Research Center. http://wpr.org/r/?810

Thursday
8/16/2012
8:00 AM
120816C

Greatest Movies of All Time
In the latest industry poll of the best movies of all time, Citizen Kane was knocked from the number-one spot for the first time in fifty years-by Vertigo. Joy Cardin talks to a film expert about why these are the greatest movies of all time-and asks you what movies you'd add to the list.

Guest:

Dana Polan, professor of cinema studies at New York University. He voted in the last Sight & Sound Magazine Greatest Films of All Time poll, in 2002.

Thursday
8/16/2012
9:00 PM
120816C

Wednesday
8/15/2012
6:00 AM
120815A

Primary Election Wrap
Tuesday's primary elections, led by the Republican race for U.S. Senate, is in the books. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the winners and losers, and looks ahead to the November general election.
Guest: Dennis Dresang, Emeritus Professor of Political Science and Public Affairs, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Founding Director, UW's La Follette School of Public Affairs.

Wednesday
8/15/2012
7:00 AM
120815B

Big Question: Post-Primary Elections Edition
Joy Cardin gets two takes on Wisconsin's U.S. Senate race and the rest of Tuesday's primary elections, plus a look at the issues that may shape these contests in November's general elections. Vote in U.S. senate poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Peg Lautenschlager, former Democratic Attorney General of Wisconsin; attorney, Bauer and Bach.

- Dan Kapanke, former Republican State Senator, La Crosse; owner, La Crosse Loggers baseball team.

Wednesday
8/15/2012
8:00 AM
120815C

Roommates
The first year of college can be difficult for many students as they get used to a new environment, battle homesickness... and a new roommate. Joy Cardin's guest discusses how to deal with a far-from-ideal roomie, and welcomes your stories of horror, happiness, and lessons you learned.
Guest: Harlan Cohen, author, "Help Me, Harlan!" column, and several books, including, "The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College," and "The Naked Roommate: For Parents Only." www.helpmeharlan.com/

Wednesday
8/15/2012
9:00 PM
120815C

Tuesday
8/14/2012
6:00 AM
120814A

Sharks
This week marks the 25th anniversary of Shark Week on the Discovery Channel. Joy Cardin talks with a guest expert on sharks, who answers your shark questions and discusses why our perception of sharks as a man-eating killing machine are wrong.

Guest:

Mahmood Shivji, professor at the Oceanographic Center at Nova Southeastern University in Florida. He's the Director of the Guy Harvey Research Institute and Director of the Save Our Seas Shark Center.

Tuesday
8/14/2012
7:00 AM
120814B

Why run for political office?
Wisconsin residents head to the polls today for the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, as well as other races, wrapping up months of campaigning. Joy Cardin's guest discusses what it's like for a candidate to run for office - from constant media scrutiny, a heavy travel schedule, fending off political attacks, and more - and why anyone would actually want to do it.
Guest: Mordecai Lee, Professor of Governmental Affairs, UW-Milwaukee; former Democratic state Representative and former state Senator.

Tuesday
8/14/2012
8:00 AM
120814C

On Your Money: August 14
It's another edition of On Your Money! Joy Cardin talks with certified financial planner Kevin McKinley about the high cost of weddings and better ways to use the money, paying for grad school, and keeping a lid on food costs. Plus, he answers your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com.

Monday
8/13/2012
6:00 AM
120813A

Baby Boomers' Anxiety is High
Mitt Romney has named Wisconsin Congressman Paul Ryan as his running mate, making Medicare and social security major issues in the upcoming presidential campaigns. Joy Cardin's guest reacts to the annoucement, and discusses a recent AARP survey on baby boomers' top concerns this election year and what they'd like the candidates to focus on.

Then, it's our Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Despite the drought in Wisconsin, last week's rain has produced the state's highest mold counts in over a decade. Joy Cardin's guest discusses why this is and how the mold is aggravating allergies across Wisconsin.

Guest: Sam Wilson, Wisconsin State Director for the AARP

Wake-Up Call Guest: Dr. Gary Steven, allergist who runs the Allergy, Asthma, and Sinus Center in Greenfield, WI.

Monday
8/13/2012
7:00 AM
120813B

State Capitol Report: August 13
The four Republicans running for Wisconsin's U.S. Senate seat debated one last time before Tuesday's primary election. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin and her guest recap the highlights of Friday's event, and discuss the latest happenings in state government.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
8/13/2012
7:30 AM
120813X

Wolf Hunt Lawsuit
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is being sued over its upcoming wolf hunt. Joy Cardin's first guest says the DNR failed to put safeguards in place to prevent inhumane and cruel deaths to hunting dogs used in the hunt; her second guest says the lawsuit is frivolous and is keeping the state from managing its growing wolf population.
Guests:

- Anne Reed, Executive Director, Wisconsin Humane Society, which is one of the plantiffs in the lawsuit.

- Scott Suder, Republican State Representative, Abbotsford; author, wolf hunting law.

Monday
8/13/2012
8:00 AM
120813C

What Song to Listen to Next...
A 21-year-old filmmaker from California says he was born "profoundly deaf" and "never understood music." That changed last week when he tried a new set of hearing aids and truly heard music for the first time. Now he's seeking advice on which songs to listen to next. Joy Cardin's guest offers his suggestions and invites you to weigh in with yours. Story: http://wpr.org/r/?806
Guest: Jon Pollack (PAH-lick), History Instructor and Pop Culture Expert, Madison Area Technical College.

Monday
8/13/2012
9:00 PM
120813C

Friday
8/10/2012
6:00 AM
120810A

Cooking and Preserving Seasonal Produce
With overflowing garden harvests and CSA boxes, sometimes it's hard to know what to do with all the summer veggies! Joy Cardin's guest shares recipes for kale, tomatoes, and other seasonal produce, and discusses how to preserve these fruits and vegetables to enjoy in the winter.

Guest:

Anna Thomas Bates, freelance writer who blogs at TallGrassKitchen.com. She writes a weekly column for the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel's food section and a column for Edible Madison. You can also find her writing in the Isthmus Weekly paper and on babble.com

Friday
8/10/2012
7:00 AM
120810B

Football's uncertain future
Nationally syndicated columnist George Will made some headlines this week when he said that football today is too rough for players' bodies to handle, leading to more serious injuries and in some cases, death. Joy Cardin's guest says there are some serious holes in that argument, and explains why he says football is not going away any time soon.
Guest: Jason Keidel (kigh-DELL), sports writer for WFAN, CBS New York City. Column: http://wpr.org/r/?802

Friday
8/10/2012
8:00 AM
120810C

Week in Review: August 10
President Obama calls for an end to violence following Sunday's deadly shooting at a Sikh (sick) temple in Oak Creek, Tommy Thompson leads in a new U.S. Senate poll, and the Curiosity rover gives us a new peek at Mars. Joy Cardin's guests discuss those issues and other top national and state news stories in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- Georgia Duerst (durst)-Lahti (LAH-tee), Professor of Political Science, Beloit College.

- Owen Robinson, columnist, West Bend Daily News; he blogs at www.bootsAndsabers.com.

Friday
8/10/2012
9:00 PM
120810C

Thursday
8/9/2012
6:00 AM
120809A

The Importance of Breakfast
Have you had your Wheaties yet? With the Olympics going on, it's important to remember that everyone-not just athletes-need a nutritionally-sound breakfast to start the day off right. Joy Cardin's guest discusses why breakfast is important and shares suggestions for a healthy breakfast.

Guest:

Nancy Ernst, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator at
Gundersen Lutheran Health System in Onalaska. Here's a link to a piece she wrote on the importance of breakfast: http://wpr.org/r/?795

Thursday
8/9/2012
7:00 AM
120809B

Candidate forum: Lauren Stephens
Joy Cardin's candidate forum series for U.S. House continues with Republican Lauren Stephens. She discusses her candidacy and answers your questions.
Guest: Lauren Stephens (STEE-vens), professional power of attorney, Beloit, and former executive director, Conservative Wisconsin political action committee; she's running for U.S. Representative of Wisconsin's Sixth Congressional District. http://laurenforcongress.com/

Thursday
8/9/2012
7:30 AM
120809X

Candidate forum: Tom Petri
Joy Cardin wraps up another edition of U.S. House candidate forums. Republican U.S. Representative Tom Petri (PEE-try) talks about why he's seeking another term in office and answers your questions.
Guest: Tom Petri, Republican U.S. Representative, Wisconsin's Sixth Congressional district. http://www.petripeople.org/

Thursday
8/9/2012
8:00 AM
120809C

Self-Deception is Good?
Why do we lie to ourselves? Is self-deception a good thing? Joy Cardin's guest says that lying to yourself helps you to deceive others to your own advantage. He discusses why we lie to ourselves and how understanding our lies can help us.

Guest:

Robert Trivers, professor of biology at Rutgers University. He joins us from Jamaica.

Thursday
8/9/2012
9:00 PM
120809C

Wednesday
8/8/2012
6:00 AM
120808A

How Winning Streaks and Losing Streaks Begin & E...
What do winners do that keeps them on top? How can you get out of a losing streak? Joy Cardin's guest discusses the advantages winners have, the common mistakes losers make, and how to apply this information to your everyday life.

Guest:

Rosabeth Moss Kanter, professor at Harvard Business School and author
of "Confidence: How Winning Streaks and Losing Streaks Begin and
End."

Wednesday
8/8/2012
7:00 AM
120808B

Big Question: Who will be Romney's running mate?
It appears that Mitt Romney's list of potential running mates is getting shorter, considering the new list of names scheduled to speak at the Republican National Convention this month. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the importance of the vice presidential candidate and the strengths and weaknesses of possible selections. Plus, weigh in on this week's Big Question: Who do you think Mitt Romney will choose as his running mate?
Guest: Tim Hagle, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of Iowa. Faculty adviser, University of Iowa College Republicans and the Iowa Federation of College Republicans.

Wednesday
8/8/2012
8:00 AM
120808C

Mars
NASA's Curiosity planetary rover landed on Mars Sunday night and has started transmitting images and video back to Earth. Joy Cardin speaks to a scientist at the heart of the Mars mission about its purpose, what the rover might find, and the future of humans on Mars.

Guest:

Aileen Yingst, adjunct assistant professor and Director of the Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium at UW-Green Bay. She's at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA, right now and is the deputy principal investigator for one camera on the mission.

Wednesday
8/8/2012
9:00 PM
120808C

Tuesday
8/7/2012
6:00 AM
120807A

Measuring Poverty
If you have a flat-screen TV and a cell phone, can you still be considered poor or below the poverty line? What does it mean to be poor? Joy Cardin discusses these questions with two guests with different viewpoints on how society should measure poverty.

Guests:

6:00--Aparna Mathur, resident scholar in economic policy studies
at the American Enterprise Institute.

6:30--Jodie Levin-Epstein, Deputy Director of the Center for Law
and Social Policy, an advocacy group for low-income people.

Tuesday
8/7/2012
7:00 AM
120807B

Candidate forum: Matt Silverman
Joy Cardin's candidate forum series continues for the Democratic primary in Wisconsin's Second Congressional district race. She is joined by Matt Silverman to discuss his campaign and answer your questions.
Guest: Matt Silverman, an attorney from Madison; he's running for U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's Second Congressional District. http://silvermanforcongress.com

Tuesday
8/7/2012
7:30 AM
120807X

Candidate forum: Dennis Hall
It's another candidate forum for Wisconsin's Second Congressional district. Joy Cardin talks with Democrat Dennis Hall about why he's running and invites your questions for him.
Guest: Dennis Hall, electronic security specialist, Cambridge; former Janesville City Council president. http://hall4congress.com/

Tuesday
8/7/2012
8:00 AM
120807C

On Your Money: August 7
It's time for another edition of On Your Money. Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley discuss why the down economy doesn't necessarily spell doom for your investments, how to avoid falling victim to common consumer complaints, and answers your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. http://www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
8/7/2012
9:00 PM
120807C

Monday
8/6/2012
6:00 AM
120806A

Sikh Temple Shooting in Oak Creek
Authorities are investigating a shooting at a Sikh Temple in Oak Creek Sunday morning that reportedly left seven people dead and injured three others, including the temple president and a law enforcement officer. Joy Cardin's guests discuss the latest on the situation, provide an inside look at the Sikh community, and examine shooting violence in the United States.
Guests:

- Gil Halsted, Wisconsin Public Radio's criminal justice reporter.

- Jasjit (jahss-JEET) Singh, Executive Director, Sikh Americans Legal Defense and Education Fund. www.saldef.org

- Wayne Thompson, Associate Professor of Sociology, Carthage College, Kenosha; he specializes in social dimensions of religion and crime.

Monday
8/6/2012
7:00 AM
120806B

Candidate forum: Kelda Helen Roys
It's a special edition of the State Capitol Report as Joy Cardin kicks off another week of primary candidate forums, this time for the U.S. House races. Democratic State Representative Kelda Helen Roys stops by to discuss why she's running for Congress and answers your questions.
Guest: Kelda Helen Roys, Democratic State Representative, Madison; she's running for Wisconsin's Second Congressional District. http://www.keldaforcongress.com/

Monday
8/6/2012
7:30 AM
120806X

Candidate forum: Mark Pocan
In another edition of Joy Cardin's candidate forums for the U.S. House, Democratic State Representative Mark Pocan talks about his candidacy for Wisconsin's Second Congressional District.
Guest: Mark Pocan, Democratic State Representative, Madison; he's running for Wisconsin's Second Congressional District. http://pocanforcongress.com/

Monday
8/6/2012
8:00 AM
120806C

Mondays with Mike: August 2012 edition
Host Joy Cardin welcomes Wisconsin Public Radio's program director Mike Arnold for the August edition of Mondays with Mike. He'll discuss some upcoming programming changes for the Ideas and NPR/Classical Music Networks, special political coverage in the weeks ahead, and welcomes your questions and comments about what you hear on WPR.
Guest: Mike Arnold, Wisconsin Public Radio's Associate Director and Director of Content.

Monday
8/6/2012
9:00 PM
120806C

Friday
8/3/2012
6:00 AM
120803A

Celebrating Laura Ingalls Wilder
It's a good time of year to be a Laura Ingalls Wilder fan in Wisconsin, with several events commemorating her life taking place. Joy Cardin's guest discusses her "obsession" with Wilder and the "Little House on the Prairie" series, her experiences with churning butter and grinding wheat by hand, and welcomes your favorite Wilder story. Plus, get a preview of "Laura Ingalls Wilder Days" at Old World Wisconsin in Eagle.
Guests:

- Wendy McClure, a columnist for BUST Magazine, children's book editor, and author of several books, including "The Wilder Life: My Adventures in the Lost World of Little House on the Prairie." www.wendymclure.net

- 6:20 - Jennifer Van Haaften (HAF-ten), Curator of Interpretation, Old World Wisconsin. Laura Ingalls Wilder Days: http://wpr.org/r/?794

Friday
8/3/2012
7:00 AM
120803B

Shake, Stir, Pour
Have some leftover herbs from the garden and not sure what to do with them? Joy Cardin's guest is an expert mixologist who incorporates fresh ingredients in her drinks. She'll discuss her craft cocktail recipes and share ideas for how to come up with your own.

Guest:

Katie Loeb, author of "Shake, Stir, Pour: Fresh Homegrown Cocktails." She's a bartender, sommelier (suh-MAHL-ee-ay), and a creator of craft cocktails. She joins us from Philadelphia, PA.

Friday
8/3/2012
8:00 AM
120803C

Week in Review: August 3
Wisconsin's U.S. Senate race heats up, state Senate Democrats resurrect a committee to look at iron ore mining, and Congressional leaders agree to another stopgap spending plan. Joy Cardin's guests discuss those issues and other top national and state news stories in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- David Blaska, former Dane County Supervisor. Blog: http://wpr.org/r/?792

- Ed Garvey, Senior Partner at the law firm of Garvey, McNeil, and Associates; publisher, www.FightingBob.com.

Friday
8/3/2012
9:00 PM
120803C

Thursday
8/2/2012
6:00 AM
120802A

Wisconsin State Fair History
The 2012 Wisconsin State Fair is starting this week, and Joy Cardin's guest takes a look back at the history of the fair and how it's changed over the years. Call in to share your favorite Wisconsin State Fair memory!

Guest:

6:00--Jerry Zimmerman, Wisconsin State Fair Historian. He's also the author of "150 Years of the Wisconsin State Fair: An Illustrated History."

6:50--Rick Frenette, CEO of Wisconsin State Fair Park

Thursday
8/2/2012
7:00 AM
120802B

Wisconsin's oil and gasoline spills
Residents of Jackson are being urged to use bottled water for drinking, cooking and food preparation after several private wells were found to be contaminated with gasoline. Joy Cardin's guest has the latest on a recent pipeline break there, as well as on an oil pipeline spill in Adams County. Then, her second guest discusses the effect these incidents are having on gas prices, and why he says the federal government is making the situation worse for consumers.
Guests:

- Chuck Quirmbach, Wisconsin Public Radio's environmental reporter based in Milwaukee.

- Erin Roth, Executive Director, Wisconsin Petroleum Council.

Thursday
8/2/2012
8:00 AM
120802C

Uncommon Beauty
Parenting a special-needs child requires patience and support. Joy Cardin's guest discusses her book on how to survive the first years of a medically-fragile child's life, based on her own experience.

Guest:

Margaret Meder, author of "Uncommon Beauty: Crisis Parenting From Day One." She's also a mother and teacher. She lives in Green Bay, WI. She blogs at www.uncommonbeautycrisisparenting.com, and you can find her book here: http://wpr.org/r/?789

Thursday
8/2/2012
9:00 PM
120802C

Wednesday
8/1/2012
6:00 AM
120801A

Emerging Adults Not Adults?
The majority of young adults don't feel like real adults. That's according to The Clark University Poll of Emerging Adults. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the poll results and explains why these "emerging adults" don't feel fully mature.

Guest:

Jeffrey Arnett, psychology professor at Clark University in Worcester,
Massachusetts. He has studied emerging adults for 20 years.

Wednesday
8/1/2012
7:00 AM
120801B

Big Question: Release income tax returns?
Wisconsin Democrats are calling on the four Republican U.S. Senate candidates to release their income tax returns, but only Eric Hovde has said he would before the August 14 primary. Meanwhile, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney is refusing to disclose more of his tax forms. Joy Cardin's guest discusses this week's Big Question: Should political candidates release their income tax returns? Online poll: www.wpr.org/joy
Guest: Susan Johnson, Associate Professor and Chair, Political Science Department, UW-Whitewater; Director, UWW's Center for Political Science and Public Policy Research.

Wednesday
8/1/2012
8:00 AM
120801C

Kids of single parents
Are children from single-parent homes at a significant disadvantage as compared to those from two-parent families? Joy Cardin's guest says family structure has created "diverging destinies," as children from single-parent homes are more likely to experience childhood poverty, act up in class, and drop out of school.
Guest: Sara Mclanahan, professor of Sociology and Public Affairs at Princeton University

Wednesday
8/1/2012
9:00 PM
120801C

Tuesday
7/31/2012
6:00 AM
120731A

Vegetarians and Vegans
About 5 percent of the United States population is made up of self-proclaimed vegetarians. Why did they adopt this diet? What are the benefits of a vegetarian diet? Joy Cardin's guest discusses why people become vegetarians and answers your questions about dropping meat from your diet.

Guest:

Dr. Neal Barnard, president and founder of Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a non-profit organization that focuses on preventive medicine

Tuesday
7/31/2012
7:00 AM
120731B

Wisconsin's Sand Fracking Boom
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says there are at least 63 frack sand mines and 37 processing facilities in the state, and experts say there's no sign of slowing down. However, the boom does not come without controversy. Joy Cardin's first guest says the benefits of fracking outweigh the negatives; then, her guest lawmaker discusses her concerns about the environment, declining property values, and other nuisances.
Guests:

- Kent Syverson (SEE-ver-sin), Professor of Geology and Chair, Geology Department, UW-Eau Claire. Column: http://wpr.org/r/?782

- Kathleen Vinehout, Democratic State Senator, Alma. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?783

Tuesday
7/31/2012
8:00 AM
120731C

On Your Money: July 31
It's time for On Your Money with host Joy Cardin! This week, financial planner Kevin McKinley has some insight on how the drought is affecting our pocketbooks, upcoming changes to Wisconsin's college savings plan, and answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
7/31/2012
9:00 PM
120731C

Monday
7/30/2012
6:00 AM
120730A

Spiders!
A leading scientist recently estimated that only half - or about 43-thousand - of the world's species of spiders have been discovered. Joy Cardin's guest discusses some of the creepy crawlers that call Wisconsin their home, common misconceptions, and answers your spider-related questions.
Then, it's our Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Last week health officials discovered the first case of West Nile Virus in Wisconsin this year, in a bird. Joy's guest discusses how we can contract West Nile Virus, and how we can prevent it.
Guests:

- Mike Draney (DRAY-nee), Professor of Natural and Applied Sciences, UW-Green Bay. http://wpr.org/r/?779

- Diep Hoang Johnson, vector-borne epidemiologist with the Division of Public Health at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

Monday
7/30/2012
7:00 AM
120730B

State Capitol Report: July 30
It's the State Capitol Report! Joy Cardin and her guest look at the latest happenings in state government, including the mending of fences between Senate Majority Leader Mark Miller and Senator Tim Cullen, rocker Ted Nugent campaigns for Tommy Thompson, and more.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
7/30/2012
7:30 AM
120730X

State Capitol Report--Mining
For the second half of our State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks to Democratic State Senator Bob Jauch about Senator Tim Cullen leaving the Democratic caucus and the latest on iron ore mining in Wisconsin.

Guest:

Bob Jauch, Democratic State Senator who represents the 25th District in far Northwestern Wisconsin, which includes Superior, Ashland, and Phillips

Monday
7/30/2012
8:00 AM
120730C

Relationship Advice from Divorcees
Some of the best relationship advice comes from people who have been divorced. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who found common themes among the regrets of divorcees. She'll discuss advice and welcome your marriage stories.

Guest:

Terri Orbuch, relationship therapist, social psychologist, professor, and author of "Finding Love Again: 6 Simple Steps to a New and Happy Relationship." She is also the project director of the largest and longest-running NIH-funded study of married and divorced couples ever conducted.

Monday
7/30/2012
9:00 PM
120730C

Relationship Advice from Divorcees
Some of the best relationship advice comes from people who have been divorced. That's according to Joy Cardin's guest, who found common themes among the regrets of divorcees. She'll discuss advice and welcome your marriage stories.

Guest:

Terri Orbuch, relationship therapist, social psychologist, professor, and author of "Finding Love Again: 6 Steps to a New and Happy Relationship." She is also the project director of the largest and longest-running NIH-funded study of married and divorced couples ever conducted.

Friday
7/27/2012
6:00 AM
120727A

Tell Joy Where to Go: August 2012
Unofficially, there's only about a month left of summer, but thankfully, it's going to be quite busy with some great events and activities around the state! Joy Cardin's guest shares some of his top recommendations for fun under the Wisconsin sun. Events sampler: http://wpr.org/r/?777
Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist, Journal & Topics Newspapers, and Contributing Travel Editor, American BoomeR; Monthly contributor, "Tell Joy Where to Go" programs.

Friday
7/27/2012
7:00 AM
120727B

Chick-fil-A and Same-Sex Marriage
Eating at Chick-fil-A has become a political issue ever since the fast food chain's president confirmed his stance against same-sex marriage. Joy Cardin speaks to two guests this hour-one who disagrees with Chick-fil-A's statement on marriage, and one who says we should support Chick-fil-A.

Guests:

7:00--Paul Guequierre, Deputy Press Secretary for the Human Rights Campaign, an LGBT-rights organization

7:30--Peter Sprigg, Senior Fellow for Policy Studies at Family Research Council, which promotes faith, family and freedom in public policy

Friday
7/27/2012
8:00 AM
120727C

Week in Review: July 27, 2012
Tune in for the Week in Review with host Joy Cardin and her guests! They discuss State Senator Tim Cullen leaving the Democratic caucus, the latest on the presidential campaigns, rallying to raise the minimum wage, and more of the top national and state news stories.
Guests:

- Steve Prestegard, Editor, The Platteville Journal. Blog: www.steveprestegard.com.

- Ruth Conniff, Political Editor, The Progressive Magazine. www.progressive.org

Friday
7/27/2012
9:00 PM
120727C

Thursday
7/26/2012
6:00 AM
120726A

Voting in a Democratic Society
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde received criticism lately because he didn't vote in nine elections when he lived in Washington D.C. Is voting really that important? Joy Cardin's guest discusses the role voting plays in society, and what other civic duties are important in a democracy.

Guest:

Charley Jacobs, Assistant Professor of Political Science at St. Norbert
College

Thursday
7/26/2012
7:00 AM
120726B

Is "coming out" a big deal?
State Representative JoCasta Zamarripa announced this week that she's bisexual, astronaut Sally Ride revealed that she's gay, and newsman Anderson Cooper recently said he's homosexual. Joy Cardin talks with Zamarripa about why she made the announcement. Then her guest discusses why sexual orientation has become such a big deal in American culture, and why he says it's important to respect one's private lifestyle choices.
Guests:

- JoCasta (jo-CAHSS-tuh) Zamarripa (zam-uh-REE-puh), Democratic State Representative, Milwaukee.

- Justin Sitron (SIT-tron), Associate Professor and Director of Master's Programs, Center for Human Sexuality Studies, Widener (WIDE-ner) University, Chester, Pennsylvania; he focuses on intercultural perspectives on sexuality.

Thursday
7/26/2012
7:30 AM
120726X

Apples to Twinkies
The Wisconsin Public Interest Research Group released a new report concluding that federal dollars go towards commodity crops that are usually ingredients for junk food. Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the report's findings and how the new federal farm bill could change things.

Guest:

Bruce Speight, Director of WISPIRG, the Wisconsin Public Interest Research Group

Thursday
7/26/2012
8:00 AM
120726C

Are Millennials the Screwed Generation?
According to Joy Cardin's guest, today's younger people are paying a stiff price for the poor financial decisions of their parents. He discusses the several reasons why he says millennials are the "screwed generation" - especially when it comes to wealth, employment and debt - and what it means for the rest of the country.
Guest: Joel Kotkin, a fellow in urban futures, Chapman University; contributing editor, City Journal; Author, "The Next Hundred Million: America in 2050." Recent piece: http://wpr.org/r/?775

Thursday
7/26/2012
9:00 PM
120726C

Wednesday
7/25/2012
6:00 AM
120725A

New Energy Policies due to Climate Change?
The extremely hot, dry summer across Wisconsin and much of the nation is reigniting the debate over climate change and the effect it's having on our lives. Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker says global warming is real and that he'd like to see a focus on new energy-saving policies. Her second guest lawmaker says this weather is not unprecedented and that it's too soon to be implementing drastic measures.
Guests:

- 6:00 - Brett Hulsey, Democratic State Representative, Madison.

- 6:30 - Jim Ott, Republican State Representative, Mequon.

Wednesday
7/25/2012
7:00 AM
120725B

Big Question: Raise the federal minimum wage?
Dozens of rallies across the country, including in Wisconsin, took place Tuesday in support of increasing the nation's minimum wage. Host Joy Cardin and her guests discuss the issue in this week's Big Question: Should the $7.25 an hour minimum wage be raised?
Guests:

- Mark Wilson, principal, Applied Economic Strategies, LLC, and former deputy assistant secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor. Report: http://wpr.org/r/?772

- Michael Rosen, professor of economics, Milwaukee Area Technical College.

Wednesday
7/25/2012
8:00 AM
120725C

The Girl Scouts
It's summer and Girl Scouts around the country are heading off to camp. Joy Cardin talks with a Wisconsin author about the history of the Girl Scouts and the impact the organization has had on girls for the last 100 years.
Guest: Shannon Henry Kleiber, author of "On my Honor: Real Life Lessons from America's First Girl Scout."

Wednesday
7/25/2012
9:00 PM
120725C

Tuesday
7/24/2012
6:00 AM
120724A

Making Friends as an Adult
Making new friends as a kid is easy, but meeting people and forging new friendships as an adult can be really difficult. Joy Cardin's guest discusses why it's harder to make friends as you age, tips for meeting new people and making new friends, and how important friends can be.

Guest:

Marla Paul, author of "The Friendship Crisis: Finding, Making, and Keeping Friends When You're Not a Kid Anymore." She's a Chicago-based writer. You can find information about her book here: http://wpr.org/r/?771

Tuesday
7/24/2012
7:00 AM
120724B

Calls for Stricter Gun Laws
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and others are calling for stricter gun control laws following the shooting in Aurora, Colorado that left 12 dead and 58 injured. After seven, Joy Cardin's guest discusses why he says we should expect little, if any, change in the near future.
Guest: Robert Spitzer, Chair of the Political Science Department, State University of New York College at Cortland; author, "The Politics of Gun Control."

Tuesday
7/24/2012
8:00 AM
120724C

On Your Money: July 24
Tune in for a special "All Questions and Answers" edition of On Your Money! Host Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley devote the entire hour to answering your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
7/24/2012
9:00 PM
120724C

On Your Monday: July 24
Tune in for a special "All Questions and Answers" edition of On Your Money! Host Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley devote the entire hour to answering your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Monday
7/23/2012
6:00 AM
120723A

Reactions to Colorado shootings
Joy Cardin rounds up a variety of reactions to last week's shootings in Colorado, including experts on psychology, crime, and gun issues.
Guests (more to follow):

6:07 Neil Kaye, Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Jefferson Medical College; he specializes in forensic psychiatry
6:20 Philip Chard, psychotherapist and Columnist for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. He's the author of "Nature's Ways: Experiencing the Sacred in the Natural World"
6:35 Stan Stojkovic, (STOY-kuh-vitch), Dean of the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare, and Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice, UW-Milwaukee.
6:41 Nik Clark, Chairman and President of Wisconsin Carry, Inc
6:50 Geraldo VilaCruz (VILLA-CRUISE), Associate Dean of Counseling at Madison Area Technical College

Monday
7/23/2012
7:00 AM
120723B

State Capitol Report: July 23
It's the State Capitol Report! Joy Cardin and her guest look at the latest happenings in state government, including a disappointing June jobs report, the extreme drought conditions, Democrats taking back control of the Senate, and more.
Guest: Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter.

Monday
7/23/2012
7:30 AM
120723X

New concealed carry rules, voter ID ruling appea...
The State Capitol Report continues with host Joy Cardin and Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen. He discusses proposed new training rules for concealed carry applicants and this week's public hearings on the matter, why the Justice Department is appealing a recent court ruling on voter ID, and reacts to the mass shooting in Colorado.
Guest: J.B. Van Hollen, Wisconsin's Attorney General.

Monday
7/23/2012
8:00 AM
120723C

Origins of the Cigarette & The Case for Abolitio...
Tobacco consumption makes up the single largest preventable cause of death. This hour, Joy Cardin's guest explores the powerful influence of the tobacco industry and makes the case for abolishing the manufacture and sales of cigarettes altogether.

Monday
7/23/2012
9:00 PM
120723C

Friday
7/20/2012
6:00 AM
120720A

Wisconsin's Diners and Cafes
Wisconsin has no shortage of small-town diners and cafes, each sharing many similarities while offering their own unique characteristics. Joy Cardin's guest discusses her thousands of miles of travels throughout the state, visiting old neighborhoods and main streets in search of the ultimate caf , slice of pie and the meaning of life.
Guest: Joanne Stuttgen (STUT-jen), folklorist and author, "Caf Wisconsin: A Guide to Wisconsin's Down-Home Cafes," and co-author (with Terese Allen), "Caf Wisconsin Cookbook."

Friday
7/20/2012
7:00 AM
120720B

House GOP Targets NPR, Planned Parenthood, other...
Republicans in the U.S. House recently unveiled legislation that would drop AmeriCorps and the national service project, and cut off federal funding for NPR, public television and Planned Parenthood. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the significance of the move, and breaks down the broader budget battles looming in the months ahead.
Guest: David Cohen (CO-win), Professor of Political Science, University of Akron; Fellow, Ray C. Bliss Institute of Applied Politics.

Friday
7/20/2012
8:00 AM
120720C

Week in Review, July 13th 2012
On the Week in Review, Joy Cardin and her guests look at the latest court ruling on voter identification in Wisconsin, news from the presidential campaign trail, and ongoing drought conditions.
Guests:

Matt Rothschild, Publisher of The Progressive magazine

Tom Still, President of the Wisconsin Technology Council

Friday
7/20/2012
9:00 PM
120720C

Thursday
7/19/2012
6:00 AM
120719A

Food Deserts
What is a "food desert"? How does this problem occur, and how can we fix it? Joy Cardin's guest explains the concept of a "food desert" and discusses several solutions.

Guests:

Mari Gallagher, principal of Mari Gallagher Research and Consulting, and President of the National Center for Public Research

6:20--Jeff Maurer, owner of Fresh Madison Market. He and his daughter started Fresh Mobile Initative.

Thursday
7/19/2012
7:00 AM
120719B

Voter registration list and Voter ID law
Republican State Senator Mary Lazich (LA-zick) wants the state's voter registration list cross-checked against a Homeland Security database to purge non-citizens. Joy Cardin's guest discusses why she says this will hurt eligible voters. Then, she reacts to the recent ruling by a Dane County judge that says Wisconsin's voter ID law is unconstitutional.
Guest: Andrea Kaminski, Executive Director, League of Women Voters of Wisconsin Education Network. www.lwvwi.org/

Thursday
7/19/2012
8:00 AM
120719C

Hot Sauce!
Do you crave spicy food, even though it's been so hot lately? Joy Cardin's guest does, and she'll discuss different techniques for making your own hot sauce as well as recipes to make spicy food.

Guest:

Jennifer Trainer Thompson, author of "Hot Sauce! Techniques for Making Signature Hot Sauces." She's the author of several other cookbooks and is recognized as a leader in the spicy foods movement. She was called "The Queen of Hot" by the Associated Press.

Thursday
7/19/2012
9:00 PM
120719C

Wednesday
7/18/2012
6:00 AM
120718A

Sleep Deprivation is Dangerous
Do you get enough sleep at night? Does how much sleep you get affect your job? Joy Cardin's guest says that sleeplessness is terrible for job performance and can be downright dangerous. He discusses how important sleep is and how you can get better sleep.

Guest:

Dr. Charles Czeisler, Baldino Professor of Sleep Medicine at Harvard
Medical School and Chief of the Division of Sleep Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Wednesday
7/18/2012
7:00 AM
120718B

Big Question: Welfare Reform
Joy Cardin and her guests of opposing perspectives discuss this week's Big Question: Do you support or oppose President Obama's decision to give states more flexibility on welfare's work requirement?
Guests:

- LaDonna Pavetti, Vice President for Family Income Support Division, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. Blog: http://wpr.org/r/?764

- Robert Rector, Senior Fellow in the DeVos (dee-VOSE... rhymes with dose) Center for Religion & Civil Society, the Heritage Foundation. Blog: http://wpr.org/r/?765

Wednesday
7/18/2012
8:00 AM
120718C

News Deserts
With the proliferation of 24-hour news cycles and access to new forms of media, it may seem like Americans should be better informed than ever before. But Joy Cardin's guest says that "news deserts" have sprung up around the country, as our most critical information needs are not being met by traditional media.

Guest:

Lew Friedland, Professor of Journalism and Mass Communication at UW-Madison, and director of the Center for Communication and Democracy.

Wednesday
7/18/2012
9:00 PM
120718C

Tuesday
7/17/2012
6:00 AM
120717A

Wisconsin's Corn Crop in Big Trouble
Experts say much of southern Wisconsin's corn crop could be wiped out if significant rain does not fall soon. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the dire situation facing many farmers, and the effect it may have on consumers now and down the road.
Guest: Joe Lauer (LAO-wur), Professor of Agronomy, UW-Madison; expert on corn production.

Tuesday
7/17/2012
6:30 AM
120717X

Lawn Care in a Drought
With half of Wisconsin experiencing drought conditions, how are homeowners supposed to keep their lawns thriving? Joy Cardin's guest lawncare expert discusses the best ways to care for your yard in a drought and answers your lawncare questions!

Guest:

Karen Johannsen, co-owner of Johannsen's Greenhouses, a family-
owned business in Madison.

Tuesday
7/17/2012
7:00 AM
120717B

Furor Over Where U.S. Olympics Uniforms are Made
During the opening ceremonies next week in London, members of the U.S. Olympics teams will be sporting uniforms that are made in China. Joy Cardin's guest says this is evidence that the country's trade policies have gone "horribly awry" by not only damaging the nation's economy, but our sense of self.
Guest: John Nichols, Associate Editor, The Capital Times, and Washington Correspondent, The Nation magazine. Recent blog: http://wpr.org/r/?763

Tuesday
7/17/2012
8:00 AM
120717C

On Your Money: July 17
It's another edition of On Your Money! This week, financial planner Kevin McKinley has some insight on the cost of raising a child, a few new things to consider before buying a tablet PC, and answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member, McKinley Money, LLC. www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
7/17/2012
9:00 PM
120717C

Monday
7/16/2012
6:00 AM
120716A

Panhandling
The city of Madison recently took a step closer to banning panhandling downtown, a move that critics say will criminalize poverty. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the problem of panhandling and some of the solutions communities around the country have created.

Then, it's our Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Air quality is usually worse in the summer, with all the hot weather and humidity. Joy Cardin's guest discusses who's at risk with poor air quality and how you can protect yourself.

Guest: Michael Scott, Director of the Center for Problem-Oriented Policing and a
clinical professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School. He's also a former member of the Madison Police Department.

Wake-Up Call Guest: Dr. Todd Mahr, Chair of the Leadership Board for the American Lung Association in Wisconsin. He's also a pediatric allergist at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse.

Monday
7/16/2012
7:00 AM
120716B

Democrats Take Back State Senate
Democratic State Senator-elect John Lehman of Racine will be sworn in Monday, giving the party a 17-16 majority. In this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks with one of the new Democratic leaders about upcoming priorities, Republican allegations of voting problems in Racine, and the possibility of a special session to implement the federal health care law.
Guest: Fred Risser, Democratic State Senator, Madison, and Senate President-to-be.

Monday
7/16/2012
7:30 AM
120716X

Use of Out-of-State Contractors
Eyebrows recently went up in light of a much-delayed report showing Wisconsin's increasing reliance on out-of-state contractors. In the second half of this week's State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin's guest talks about the questions being raised and the answers being returned.
Guest: Bill Lueders (LEE-durs), Money and Politics Director, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism. Story: http://wpr.org/r/?759

Monday
7/16/2012
8:00 AM
120716C

Do Dogs Dream?
Do dogs dream? Can they recognize themselves in the mirror? Are they smarter than cats? Join Joy Cardin and her guest to talk about how dogs think, act, and perceive the world.

Guest:

Stanley Coren, author of "Do Dogs Dream? Nearly Everything Your Dog Wants You to Know." He's a professor emeritus at the University of British Columbia and the winner of the Maxwell Medal of Excellence from the Dog Writers Association of America.

Monday
7/16/2012
9:00 PM
120716C

Friday
7/13/2012
6:00 AM
120713A

Lawn Games
The next time you're looking to have some fun outside this summer, consider croquet, kubb (koob), bocce (BAH-chee) or one of many other lawn games! Joy Cardin's guests talk about their favorites, and invite you to share your favorite grass games and memories.
Guests:

- Paul Tukey (TOO-kee), author, "Tag, Toss & Run: 40 Classic Lawn Games." http://www.lawngamesforlife.org

- Chris Malina, producer, "At Issue with Ben Merens" and WPR's resident kubb expert.

Friday
7/13/2012
7:00 AM
120713B

TV's Most Memorable Moments
The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 were the most memorable moment in recent television history, according to a new study. Other top events include Hurricane Katrina, the verdict in the O.J. Simpson murder trial and the Challenger space shuttle explosion. Joy Cardin's guest reacts to the report and discusses the ways television affects viewers. Study: http://wpr.org/r/?758
Guest: Robert Thompson, Professor of Television and Pop Culture, and Director, Bleier (BLY-er) Center for Television and Popular Culture, Syracuse University.

Friday
7/13/2012
8:00 AM
120713C

Week in Review: July 13, 2012
This hour, it's the Week in Review! Joy Cardin and her guests discuss the House voting to repeal the health care law, Eric Hovde getting a big boost in new U.S. Senate race polling, and more of the top national and state news stories.
Guests:

- Tony Palmeri, Associate Professor of Communications, UW-Oshkosh, and Media Columnist, Fox Valley SCENE.

- Dan Kapanke, Former Republican State Senator, La Crosse; Owner, La Crosse Loggers baseball team.

Friday
7/13/2012
9:00 PM
120713C

Thursday
7/12/2012
6:00 AM
120712A

Study: Students Say School is Too Easy
A new survey shows that 37 percent of fourth-graders say their math work is too easy, and that more than half of eighth-graders say their history work is too simple. Joy Cardin's guest explains why he says this is a problem and how to go about solving it.
Guest: Ulrich (UHL-rick) Boser (BO-zur), Senior Fellow, Center for American Progress; co-author, "Do Schools Challenge Our Students?" Study: http://wpr.org/r/?754

Thursday
7/12/2012
7:00 AM
120712B

New Deer Hunting Recommendations
Final recommendations from Wisconsin's so-called "deer czar" include letting private landowners hold public hunts on their property, focusing on new chronic wasting disease outbreaks, and greater public relations between the DNR and hunters. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the effects these and other proposals would have on deer hunting in the state.
Guest: Pat Durkin, freelance outdoors columnist for Wisconsin newspapers.

Thursday
7/12/2012
8:00 AM
120712C

The Busy Trap
When people ask you how you are, do you usually respond with "busy"? Joy Cardin's guest says that we're over-scheduling ourselves and that we need to take a step back and relax. He'll discuss why idle time is important and reactions to his New York Times piece on busyness.

Guest:

Tim Kreider, freelance writer and the author of "We Learn Nothing," a collection of essays and cartoons. His writings have appeared in The New York Times, Film Quarterly, The Comics Journal, Jump Cut, and Lip. His cartoon "The Pain-When Will It End?" has appeared in the Baltimore City Paper since 1997.

Thursday
7/12/2012
9:00 PM
120712C

Wednesday
7/11/2012
6:00 AM
120711A

Rainy Brain, Sunny Brain
Do you see the glass as half empty or half full? Joy Cardin's guest proposes a slightly different definition of optimism, saying that optimists are those who feel they have control over their lives.
Guest: Elaine Fox, psychologist, neuroscientist, and author of "Rainy Brain, Sunny Brain: How to Retrain Your Brain to Overcome Pessimism and Achieve a More Positive Outlook"

Wednesday
7/11/2012
7:00 AM
120711B

Big Question: Let tax cuts for the rich expire?
President Obama is calling for a one-year extension of the Bush-era tax cuts for those making less than $250,000 a year, and a tax hike for those making more than that. Joy Cardin's guests discuss this week's Big Question: Should the Bush-era tax cuts expire for the wealthiest Americans? Online poll: http://www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Brad Bannon, President, Bannon Communications Research. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?750

- Ford O'Connell, Chairman, CivicForumPAC. Opinion: http://wpr.org/r/?751

Wednesday
7/11/2012
8:00 AM
120711C

Suffering Succotash
Do you find yourself making up colorful excuses to avoid eating Brussels sprouts? Does the thought of rice pudding make you want to gag? Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the science of picky eating, and how picky eaters can learn to broaden their palates.
Guest: Stephanie Lucianovic (loo-see-AH-no-vick), author of "Suffering Succotash: A Picky Eater's Quest to Understand Why we Hate the Foods we Hate."

Wednesday
7/11/2012
9:00 PM
120711C

Tuesday
7/10/2012
6:00 AM
120710A

Study: Smoking in movies causing kids to smoke
A new study shows that cigarette smoking in teen-friendly movies causes kids to pick up the habit. Joy Cardin's guest explains why he says that is, and why he says all movies that contain smoking scenes should be rated R.
Guest: Dr. James Sargent, professor of pediatrics at the Geisel (GUY-zul) School of Medicine, Dartmouth College. Study: http://wpr.org/r/?748

Tuesday
7/10/2012
7:00 AM
120710B

Politics and Policies of Health Care
This week the House of Representatives will vote on whether or not the Affordable Care Act should be repealed now that it's been upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court. Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the upcoming vote, how states around the country are dealing with the healthcare decision, and how this law could affect the November elections.
Guest: Tom Oliver, Professor, Department of Population Health Sciences, UW-Madison; Director, UW Master of Public Health Program.

Tuesday
7/10/2012
8:00 AM
120710C

On Your Money
It's another edition of On Your Money! This week, Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley discuss some great money-saving tips and answer your personal finance questions...and Kevin looks at the 5-year anniversary of the iPhone and offers some air conditioning tips.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. http://www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
7/10/2012
9:00 PM
120710C

On Your Money
It's another edition of On Your Money! This week, Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley discuss some great money-saving tips and answer your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC. http://www.onyourmoney.com

Monday
7/9/2012
6:00 AM
120709A

Climate Change?
Extreme heat across much of the country, flooding in some regions, wildfires in Colorado, strong storms-are these signs of global warming? Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the extreme weather across the country and why he says this is only the beginning.

Then, it's our Monday Morning Wake-up Call. With all the hot weather the beaches in Wisconsin have been packed. Joy Cardin's guest shares what to look for to avoid bacteria and algae at the beach, and where to get updates on your local beach conditions.

Guest:

Jeff Masters, Director of Meteorology at Weather Underground

Wake-Up Call Guest:

Donalea Dinsmore, Great Lakes Quality Assurance and Funding Coordinator for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Part of her job is to coordinate the beach monitoring program.

Monday
7/9/2012
7:00 AM
120709B

State Capitol Report: Mark Miller
On the first part of the State Capitol Report, Joy Cardin talks to State Senator Mark Miller about the state's pension study, a recount in a Senate recall election, and whether his party controls the Senate.
Guest: Mark Miller, Democratic State Senator from Monona

Monday
7/9/2012
7:30 AM
120709X

State Capitol Report--Drunk Driving Bill
Wisconsin state laws punishing drunk drivers are among the weakest in the United States. Joy Cardin's guest wants to introduce legislation that will change this fact and increase the penalties for those who operate a vehicle while intoxicated.

Guest:

Alberta Darling, Wisconsin State Senator (R) from the 8th Senate District. Senator Darling represents portions of Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha Counties.

Monday
7/9/2012
8:00 AM
120709C

The New New Media (new edition!)
The internet and social media change too fast to keep track of...but Joy Cardin's guest is trying. Joy and her guest look at the ever-changing landscape of the online world, how it affects politics and popular culture, and what's on the cutting edge.
Guest: Paul Levinson, Professor of Communication and Media Studies at Fordham University. The new edition of his book "New, New Media" is coming out this month. His blog: www.paullevinson.blogspot.com

Monday
7/9/2012
9:00 PM
120709C

Friday
7/6/2012
6:00 AM
120706A

Camping in Wisconsin
There are nearly five-thousand campsites throughout the Wisconsin state park system, offering something for pros who've been camping for decades and rookies looking to pitch their first tent. Joy Cardin's guest offers tips on where to camp in Wisconsin, what to bring, how to build a fire, and invites you to share your favorite camping stories and experiences.
Guest: Kevin Revolinski, world travel expert, Madison; author of several guide books, including "Best in Tent Camping in Wisconsin." Camping piece: http://wpr.org/r/?746. Blog: http://revtravel.com/

Friday
7/6/2012
7:00 AM
120706B

State and National Economic Outlook
Economists expect the June employment report to be released Friday morning will show roughly 100-thousand jobs added in the United States. Joy Cardin's guest discusses the state of the nation's economy and what it's going to take to make it thrive again, as well as Wisconsin's economic outlook.
Guest: Brian Jacobsen, Associate Professor of Business Administration, Wisconsin Lutheran College, and Chief Portfolio Strategist, Wells Fargo Management Funds, LLC.

Friday
7/6/2012
8:00 AM
120706C

Week in Review, July 6th 2012
On this edition of the Week in Review, Joy Cardin and her guests look at Wisconsin's new pension study, new federal job numbers, ongoing reaction to the Supreme Court health care ruling, and the heat.
Guests:

Ed Fallone, Associate Professor of Law at Marquette University

Chris Lato, former communications director of the Republican Party of Wisconsin and GOP campaign consultant.

Friday
7/6/2012
9:00 PM
120706C

Thursday
7/5/2012
6:00 AM
120705A

Why We Lie... and How to Cope with Liars
According to Joy Cardin's guest, people tell about one lie per day. She discusses why people stretch the truth, when it can be appropriate, and how to deal with the liars in your life.
Guest: Elaine (e-LAIN-nee) Ducharme (do-SHARM), licensed psychologist in private practice, Glastonbury, Connecticut; adjunct professor, University of Hartford.

Thursday
7/5/2012
7:00 AM
120705B

The Future of the WRS
A new report released this week recommends that no changes be made to the $77 billion Wisconsin Retirement System. Our guest this hour joins us to talk about the report and what it means for the future of the WRS.
Guest: Karen (CAR-en) Holden, Professor Emerita of Public Affairs and Consumer Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison

Thursday
7/5/2012
7:30 AM
120705X

Expand Wis. Retirement System to Private Sector?
A new report released this week recommends that no changes be made to the $77 billion Wisconsin Retirement System. But Joy Cardin's guest says the WRS should be opened to public and private sector workers to help ensure their financial security.
Guest: Buzz Davis, a progressive political activist, Stoughton; Leader, Protect Our Wisconsin Retirement System (POWRS). Opinion piece: http://wpr.org/r/?745

Thursday
7/5/2012
8:00 AM
120705C

101 Misused Words
When should you use "healthy" or "healthful?" Can you leave the hyphen out of "e-mail?" Is it better to use "OK" or "okay?" Joy Cardin's grammar expert answers those questions and more to help you avoid the pitfalls of the English language's most troublesome words.
Guest: Mignon (min-YAHN) Fogarty, "The Grammar Girl." Author, "Grammar Girl's 101 Troublesome Words You'll Master in No Time." http://grammar.quickanddirtytips.com/

Thursday
7/5/2012
9:00 PM
120705C

Wednesday
7/4/2012
6:00 AM
120704A

Fourth of July Foods
What special foods are you making for the Fourth of July? Joy Cardin and her guest discuss recipes for cookout dishes and sides that don't require hours in the kitchen-but will still wow your friends and loved ones.

Guest:

Amy Hanten, author of "The Cooking Mom" cookbook, blogger, and host of the lifestyle/cooking show "Living with Amy" on Fox 11 in Green Bay.

Wednesday
7/4/2012
7:00 AM
120704B

Psychology of Hot Weather
With ongoing high temperatures, Joy Cardin's guest psychologist says bad weather can have an impact on our mood and our emotional well-being. He'll tell us why..and what we can do about it.
Guest: Frank Farley, psychologist at Temple University and past president of the American Psychological Association

Wednesday
7/4/2012
8:00 AM
120704C

The Pursuit of Happiness
The Declaration of Independence is about life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness-so what are you doing to pursue happiness in your life this Independence Day? Joy Cardin and her guest discuss why it's important to pursue happiness and all the different ways you can.

Guest:

John de Graaf, co-founder of the Happiness Initiative, documentary filmmaker, and co-author of "What's the Economy For, Anyway: Why It's Time to Stop Chasing Growth and Start Pursuing Happiness."

Wednesday
7/4/2012
9:00 PM
120704C

Tuesday
7/3/2012
6:00 AM
120703A

National Toy Hall of Fame
You have until the end of July to nominate your favorite toy to the National Toy Hall of Fame. Joy Cardin and her guest discuss the nomination process, the most iconic toys in American history, and what toys might be inducted into the Hall of Fame this year.

Guest:

Chris Bensch, Vice President for Collections at The Strong in Rochester, New York. The museum includes the National Toy Hall of Fame and the National Museum of Play. www.toyhalloffame.org

Tuesday
7/3/2012
7:00 AM
120703B

Future of Health Care in Wisconsin
Now that the United States Supreme Court has upheld nearly all of the Affordable Care Act, Joy Cardin's guest discusses what it means for the future of health care in Wisconsin, and answers your health care-related questions.
Guest: Karen Timberlake, Director, Population Health Institute, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health; Former Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

Tuesday
7/3/2012
7:30 AM
120703X

Wisconsin AG Weighs In on Health Care Decision
Governor Scott Walker says he is going to wait on implementing the Affordable Care Act in Wisconsin pending the outcome of the November elections. Joy Cardin's guest explains why he agrees with that approach, but that the law still has to be followed. He also discusses why he says last week's Supreme Court ruling is a victory for state's rights.
Guest: J.B. Van Hollen, Attorney General of Wisconsin.

Tuesday
7/3/2012
8:00 AM
120703C

On Your Money
Join Joy Cardin and financial planner Kevin McKinley for this week's edition of On Your Money. Kevin has advice on long-term care insurance, new information on retirement plans, and answers to your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
7/3/2012
9:00 PM
120703C

Monday
7/2/2012
6:00 AM
120702A

How to be a Better Morning Person
Are you generally a morning person or a night owl? New research shows that early risers are happier, healthier and more satisfied than other people. Joy Cardin's guest shares some practical tips on making your mornings more pleasing, and your life more productive.
Then, it's the Monday Morning Wake-Up Call. Joy's guest says the hot, dry weather has created extremely dangerous - and highly flammable - conditions over parts of the state, so take precautions this Fourth of July week.
Guests:

- Laura Vanderkam (VAN-der-cam), writer and blogger from Philadelphia. Author, "What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast: A Short Guide to Making Over Your Mornings - and Life." http://lauravanderkam.com/

- 6:50 - Catherine Koele (COO-lee), Wildfire Prevention Specialist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. http://wpr.org/r/?744

Monday
7/2/2012
7:00 AM
120702B

State Capitol Report--July 2, 2012
Job numbers, the U.S. Senate race in Wisconsin, and of course last week's Supreme Court ruling on the Affordable Care Act are all topics for this week's State Capitol Report. Join Joy Cardin and her guests to discuss these and other top state stories.

Guest:

Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public Radio's State Government Reporter

Monday
7/2/2012
7:30 AM
120702X

Referendum to Recall State Laws?
The State Capitol Report continues when Joy Cardin's guest lawmaker makes the case as to why she says the public should be allowed to force a referendum to repeal individual state laws.
Guest: Terese Berceau (bur-SO), Democratic State Representative, Madison.

Monday
7/2/2012
8:00 AM
120702C

Mondays with Mike: July 2012 edition
It's the first Monday of the month, which means it's time for another edition of Mondays with Mike. WPR Director Mike Crane joins Joy Cardin to fill you in on the latest about WPR programming and operations. Plus, learn about the important role the Educational Communications Board serves with regard to public radio, television and more across the state.
Guests:

- Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio.

- 8:20-8:30 - Gene Purcell, Executive Director, Wisconsin Educational Communications Board.

Monday
7/2/2012
9:00 PM
120702C

Mondays with Mike: July 2012 edition
It's the first Monday of the month, which means it's time for another edition of Mondays with Mike. WPR Director Mike Crane joins Joy Cardin to fill you in on the latest about WPR programming and operations. Plus, learn about the important role the Educational Communications Board serves with regard to public radio, television and more across the state.
Guests:

- Mike Crane, Director of Wisconsin Public Radio.

- 9:20-9:30 - Gene Purcell, Executive Director, Wisconsin Educational Communications Board.

Friday
6/29/2012
6:00 AM
120629A

Tell Joy Where to Go: July 2012
Summer-like weather has arrived in full force across Wisconsin, just in time for Independence Day. Rob Ferrett's guest has some great ideas to help you celebrate your patriotism, plus some other fun events to take in for the rest of July.
Guest: Gary Knowles, Upper Great Lakes columnist, Journal & Topics Newspapers, and Contributing Travel Editor, American BoomeR. Monthly contributor to our "Tell Joy Where to Go" programs.

Friday
6/29/2012
7:00 AM
120629B

SCOTUS' Health Care Decision Round-Up
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled by a 5-to-4 vote to uphold most of the Affordable Care Act, including the individual mandate provision. Rob Ferrett's guests react to the decision and what it means for the future of health care in Wisconsin.
Guests:

7:07 - Jolly Emrey, Associate Professor of Political Science, UW-Whitewater; one of her areas of expertise is law and courts.

7:15 - Ed Miller, Professor of Political Science, UW-Stevens Point

7:22 - Tom Oliver, Professor, Department of Population Health Sciences, UW-Madison; Director, UW Master of Public Health Program.

7:36 - Ron Johnson, Republican U.S. Senator, Oshkosh

7:45 - Ron Kind, Democratic U.S. Representative, La Crosse.

Friday
6/29/2012
8:00 AM
120629C

Week in Review: June 29, 2012
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Affordable Care Act-commonly referred to as "Obamacare"-is constitutional. Rob Ferrett will get two perspectives on this decision and other top national and state stories in the Week in Review.

Guests:

-John Smart, past chair of the Price County Democratic Party, regular contributor to Fighting Bob and newspapers around the state

-David Blaska, former Dane County Supervisor. His new blog is www.ibwisconsin.com/blaska

Friday
6/29/2012
9:00 PM
120629C

Week in Review: June 29, 2012
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Affordable Care Act-commonly referred to as "Obamacare"-is constitutional. Rob Ferrett will get two perspectives on this decision and other top national and state stories in the Week in Review.

Guests:

--John Smart, past chair of the Price County Democratic Party, regular contributor to Fighting Bob and newspapers around the state

--David Blaska, former Dane County Supervisor. His new blog is www.ibwisconsin.com/blaska

Thursday
6/28/2012
6:00 AM
120628A

Why Love Hurts
Love has always caused anguish and suffering, but Rob Ferrett's guest says that modern romance causes a new and distinct kind of pain. She discusses the social factors that make relationships more difficult now than they have been in the past.

Guest:

Eva Illouz, author of "Why Love Hurts." She's a professor of sociology at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. She's written several other books, including "Cold Intimacies: The Making of Emotional Capitalism" and "Consuming the Romantic Utopia."

Thursday
6/28/2012
7:00 AM
120628B

The American Bible
What do Huckleberry Finn, the Declaration of Independence, and the autobiography of Malcolm X all have in common? Rob Ferrett's guest says they're all part of a common canon of works that have and continue to define what it means to be American. He'll discuss how our words bring us together and divide us, and what they can teach us about civility.
Guest: Stephen Prothero, author of "The American Bible: How Our Words Unite, Divide, and Define a Nation"

Thursday
6/28/2012
8:00 AM
120628C

In Doubt
A new registry of innocent prisoners shows that hundreds of Americans have been wrongly convicted of crimes they didn't commit. Rob Ferrett's guest discusses why these convictions occur and how we can change the criminal justice system so they don't happen in the future.

Guest:

Dan Simon, author of "In Doubt: The Psychology of the Criminal Justice Process." He's also a professor of law and psychology at the University of Southern California.

Thursday
6/28/2012
9:00 PM
120628C

Wednesday
6/27/2012
6:00 AM
120627A

Kids and Technology
Facebook recently announced plans to study allowing children under thirteen to have profiles on its website, and parents now have more options than ever to monitor their kids' online time. Rob Ferrett's guest discusses how parents should monitor their kids online and the best practices to properly supervise them.

Then, after six-fifty, Rob's guest has some tips on staying cool and safe during the upcoming heat wave in Wisconsin, and whether parts of the state can expect some much-needed rain any time soon.
Guest:

- Monica Vila, Chief Technology Mom and founder of The Online Mom blog, at www.TheOnlineMom.com

- 6:50 - Jeff Last, Warning Coordination Meteorologist, National Weather Service, Green Bay.

Wednesday
6/27/2012
7:00 AM
120627B

Big Question: Health care law good or bad for US...
On Thursday, the United States Supreme Court is expected to hand down its ruling on President Obama's health care law. After seven, Rob Ferrett's guests discuss this week's Big Question: Would the U.S. be better off with or without the Affordable Health Care Act? Online poll: http://www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Grace-Marie Turner, president, Galen (GAY-lin) Institute. http://www.galen.org/

- Robert Kraig, executive director, Citizen Action of Wisconsin. http://citizenactionwi.org/

Wednesday
6/27/2012
8:00 AM
120627C

The Ball: Discovering the Object of the Game
From the ancient Mayans to baseball to the World Cup, the ball is one of the most popular toys in human history. Rob Ferrett's guest presents the history of the ball - and why we play.
Guest: John Fox, anthropologist and author of "The Ball: Discovering the Object of the Game"

Wednesday
6/27/2012
9:00 PM
120627C

The Ball: Discovering the Object of the Game
From the ancient Mayans to baseball to the World Cup, the ball is one of the most popular toys in human history. Rob Ferrett's guest presents the history of the ball-and why we play.
Guest: John Fox, anthropologist and author of "The Ball: Discovering the Object of the Game"

Tuesday
6/26/2012
6:00 AM
120626A

Bike Tribes
The popularity of bicycles is on the rise, but that doesn't mean that all cyclists are the same. Rob Ferrett's guest discusses the different "tribes" of bicycle enthusiasts that he wrote about in his field guide to the North American cyclist.

Guest:

Mike Magnuson, author of "Bike Tribes: A Field Guide to North American
Cyclists." He's a passionate cyclist, all-around cycling expert and long-time contributor to Bicycling magazine, whose work has appeared in the Best American Sportswriting series.

Tuesday
6/26/2012
7:00 AM
120626B

Fast and Furious
The U.S. House of Representatives could vote this week on whether to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress for his role in Operation Fast and Furious. After seven, Rob Ferrett's guest explains why he says President Obama's claim of executive privilege in not handing over related documents is frivolous, and that Americans deserve answers.
Guest: John Hinderaker (HIN-deh-rah-ker), Minneapolis attorney and blogger, www.PowerLineBlog.com; Senior fellow, Claremont Institute.

Tuesday
6/26/2012
7:30 AM
120626X

Inside SCOTUS
The nation is eagerly waiting for the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on President Obama's health care law. In the meantime, Rob Ferrett's guest, after seven, provides an inside look at the High Court, including how the justices get along, how decisions are made, and the impact their opinions have on the country's political landscape.
Guest: Amy Howe (HOW), Editor, U.S. Supreme Court Blog: http://www.scotusblog.com/. Partner, Goldstein (GOLD-steen) & Russell, P.C.

Tuesday
6/26/2012
8:00 AM
120626C

On Your Money--special automotive edition
Rob Ferrett welcomes financial planner Kevin McKinley for a special automotive edition of On Your Money. Kevin will share advice on saving money on your car...and answer your personal finance questions.
Guest: Kevin McKinley, Certified Financial Planner and Managing Member of McKinley Money, LLC www.onyourmoney.com

Tuesday
6/26/2012
9:00 PM
120626C

Monday
6/25/2012
6:00 AM
120625A

Daydreaming
Rob Ferrett and his guest talk about the lost art of daydreaming...why we don't take time for it....and why we should.

And in the Monday Morning Wake Up Call, experts are predicting a buggy summer this year, with lots of mosquitoes and other pests. Rob Ferrett's guest discusses why this is happening and how you can protect yourself.

Guest: Danny Heitman, columnist for the Baton Rouge Advocate and frequent contributor to national newspapers; Opinion piece: http://wpr.org/r/?743

Wake-Up Call Guest: Krista Hamilton, survey entomologist for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection

Monday
6/25/2012
7:00 AM
120625B

State Capitol Report: June 25
After seven, it's the State Capitol Report. Rob Ferrett and his guest discuss the latest Marquette University Law School Poll, which has former Wisconsin governor Tommy Thompson ahead in the U.S. Senate race and some changes in how Wisconsinites view recall elections. Plus, the latest in the recount for the state Senate seat in Racine. Poll: https://law.marquette.edu/poll/
Guest: Charles Franklin, Visiting Professor of Law and Public Policy, Marquette University; Co-Developer and Contributor, www.PollsAndVotes.com.

Monday
6/25/2012
7:30 AM
120625X

Economic Growth Slows in Wis.
The latest outlook from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue says the state's economy is still growing, but at a slower pace over the last few months. The State Capitol Report continues after seven-thirty when Rob Ferrett's guest explains some of the factors for the gradual improvement, and what needs to happen for a full recovery.
Guest: T.J. Brooks, Associate Professor and Chair of Economics, UW-La Crosse.

Monday
6/25/2012
8:00 AM
120625C

Superman!
It's a bird, it's a plane...it's Superman! Rob Ferrett's guest talks about the history of the iconic superhero, and his life in comics, tv shows, and movies.
Guest: Larry Tye, journalist and author of "Superman: The High-Flying History of America's Most Enduring Hero"

Monday
6/25/2012
9:00 PM
120625C

Friday
6/22/2012
6:00 AM
120622A

Farmers' Markets of the Heartland
Farmers' Market season is back, and markets all over the Midwest are brimming with fresh flowers, fruits, and produce. John Munson talks about locally produced foods with a food writer who visited farmers' markets in 8 states across the Midwest.
Guest: Janine MacLachlan (Mack-LOCK-lan), author of Farmers' Markets of the Heartland.

Friday
6/22/2012
7:00 AM
120622B

Cult Classic Films
This weekend in Milwaukee The Big Lebowski fans will celebrate Lebowskifest, a gathering dedicated to The Dude. John Munson's guest explains what exactly makes a film a "cult classic" like The Big Lebowski-and why we can't stop watching them.

Guest:

Jon Pollack, history instructor and pop culture expert at Madison Area Technical College

Friday
6/22/2012
8:00 AM
120622C

Week in Review: June 22, 2012
The U.S. Supreme Court rules on indecency in broadcasting and union fees but holds off on health care, Mitt Romney visits the Badger state, and Tommy Thompson leads in a new U.S. Senate poll. After eight, John Munson and his guests discuss those issues and the rest of the top national and state stories in the Week in Review.
Guests:

- Louis Fortis, Editor-in-Chief, The Shepherd Express.

- Margaret Farrow, Former Republican Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin.

Friday
6/22/2012
9:00 PM
120622C

Thursday
6/21/2012
6:00 AM
120621A

Brain Neurobics
For many of us, as we get older our memory starts to fade. John Munson's guest discusses different mind games we can play and other tips to keep our brains sharp, even as we get older.

Guest:

Cheryl Deep, head of media relations and communications at the Institute
of Gerontology at Wayne State University. She leads the Institute's "Brain Neurobics" sessions.

Thursday
6/21/2012
7:00 AM
120621B

UW Tuition Hike and College Credit Program
Tuition is going up 5.5 percent at all University of Wisconsin System campuses for the 2012-2013 academic year. John Munson's guest defends the increase and explains why he says it had to be done. Then, he discusses a new plan that would grant students college credit for their work and life experiences.
Guests:

- David Giroux (JIR-roo), Executive Director of Communications and External Relations, University of Wisconsin System

- 7:30 - David Schejbal (SKAY-bul), Dean and Director, UW-Extension's Division of Continuing Education Online and E-Learning.

Thursday
6/21/2012
8:00 AM
120621C

Engines of Change
The Model T, the Corvair, the Prius, and more...John Munson's guest looks at American history as told by fifteen significant cars.
Guest: Paul Ingrassia (in-GRAH-see-uh), automotive journalist and author of "Engines of Change: A History of the American Dream in Fifteen Cars"

Thursday
6/21/2012
9:00 PM
120621C

Wednesday
6/20/2012
6:00 AM
120620A

Cougars returning to Wisconsin
A new study shows that the cougar population is rising in Wisconsin and the rest of the Midwest after years of only sporadic reports of sightings. John Munson's guest discusses why the big cats have returned to the state, and answers your cougar-related questions.
Guest: Adrian Wydeven (WHY-duh-vin), Mammalian Ecologist and Conservation Biologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Cougar info: http://wpr.org/r/?741

Wednesday
6/20/2012
7:00 AM
120620B

Big Question: Pres. Obama's immigration reform
Join host John Munson and his guests for the Big Question. This week, they debate President Obama's recent decision to not deport younger illegal immigrants. Poll: http://www.wpr.org/joy
Guests:

- Lynn Tramonte, Deputy Director, America's Voice. http://americasvoiceonline.org/

- Stacy Washington, member, National Advisory Council of the Project 21 black conservative leadership network. http://wpr.org/r/?742

Wednesday
6/20/2012
8:00 AM
120620C

As Texas Goes...
As Texas goes, so goes the nation. That's according to John Munson's guest, who says that Texas's influence can be felt across the nation in the way of education reform, bank deregulation, environmental laws, and much more.
Guest: Gail Collins, a national columnist for The New York Times and best-selling author. Her latest book is, "As Texas Goes...How the Lone Star State Hijacked the American Agenda."

Wednesday
6/20/2012
9:00 PM
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