Wisconsin Public Radio

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Wisconsin Public Radio consists of 32 affiliated stations with seven regional bureaus and is a joint service of the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board and University of Wisconsin - Extension.

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"BETA" features playful and provocative profiles of the people and works changing our world through arts, pop culture, and technology. Doug Gordon hosts the program.

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Join Peabody Award-winning producer Doug Gordon as he hosts playful and provocative conversations with the trailblazers changing our world through arts, culture, and technology.

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Maybe there’s something missing in your life you can’t quite explain. It might be that you need to re-discover your sense of wonder. Join PRX's To the Best of Our Knowledge for a one-hour special and we'll show you how.

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Have you ever wished there was a different way to read – or hear - the news? For generations, through wars and political upheaval, poets have been reporting what they observe in a genre called documentary poetry. Join PRX's To the Best of Our Knowledge for a one-hour special, as we talk with writers covering climate change, housing, and fireflies - in verse.

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What if we measured the success of our economy less in terms of profit and more in terms of care? What if we tracked gains and losses in the quality of our lives instead of in dollars? Going for Broke explores the reality of economic struggle in our time.

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Preview "Here on Earth," Wisconsin Public Radio's international talk program and podcast.

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You know what it feels like. But where does it come from? How do we make it? And are we really doomed? Join PRX's To the Best of Our Knowledge for a three episode journey in search of hope.

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From forest ecology to the human microbiome, emerging research suggests that being human is a complicated journey made possible only by the good graces of our many natural companions. Join PRX's To The Best Of Our Knowledge as we explore this theme of "kinship" in a special four-part radio series. All episodes are available now as we lead up to Earth Day on April 22. Air all four episodes in one week, or one each week.

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Why do people turn to poetry during troubled times? Poetry is often the one language we need. Join PRX's To the Best of Our Knowledge for a one-hour special featuring poems designed to shine a light during our darkest hour.

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Jim Thorpe was one of the greatest athletes the world has ever known. A Native American hero who broke records in three different sports. Today his legend is being revived and celebrated by a new generation. Join PRX's To the Best of Our Knowledge for a one-hour retrospective on his life and legacy.


Latest Pieces

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Comedian Jena Friedman on her hilarious and ironically named essay collection, “Not Funny.” And, The Monkees’ Micky Dolenz reveals what it’s like t...

  • Added: Nov 06, 2023
  • Length: 52:00
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HOUR ONE: "Against Capitalism" - Congress has passed a Republican resolution "denouncing socialism." But what does that even mean? This hour, a soc...

  • Added: Nov 03, 2023
  • Length: 01:59:00
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Henry Winkler talks about being the Fonz, his connection to Milwaukee and HBO's 'Barry.' Also, actress Illeana Douglas on her love affair with Con...

  • Added: Nov 02, 2023
  • Length: 52:00
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HOUR ONE: "Building Twisted Worlds" - What’s scary today isn’t haunted mansions but haunted… tape decks? Cassette recorders? HR manuals? We'll intr...

  • Added: Oct 27, 2023
  • Length: 01:58:58
Caption: Director Wes Anderson poses for photographers at the photo call for the film 'The French Dispatch' at the 74th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, July 13, 2021. Vadim Ghirda/AP Photo, Credit: Director Wes Anderson poses for photographers at the photo call for the film 'The French Dispatch' at the 74th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, July 13, 2021. Vadim Ghirda/AP Photo
Comedian Gary Gulman on what it was like growing up awkward in the ‘80s. TV and movie critic Matt Zoller Seitz takes us behind the scenes of Wes An...

  • Added: Oct 26, 2023
  • Length: 52:00
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RECIPE: Kungpao Meatballs THIS WEEK'S SPECIAL TOPICS: * (Segment 1) Renting rather than owning a private sector home linked to faster aging * (Seg...

  • Added: Oct 26, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
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RECIPE: Cucumber Beet & Pistachio Salad THIS WEEK'S SPECIAL TOPICS: * (Segment 1) Statins vs. supplements * (Segment 3) Headphones putting young p...

  • Added: Oct 23, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
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RECIPE: Broccoli Cheddar Chicken & Rice Casserole THIS WEEK'S SPECIAL TOPICS: * (Segment 1) Less than five hours' sleep at night linked to higher ...

  • Added: Oct 23, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
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RECIPE: Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese THIS WEEK'S SPECIAL TOPICS: * (Segment 1) Over-the-counter hearing aids available in US for first time * (Se...

  • Added: Oct 23, 2023
  • Length: 59:00
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RECIPE: Everybody Loves Ramen THIS WEEK'S SPECIAL TOPICS: * (Segment 1) Ultraprocessed foods linked to cancer and early death, studies find * (Seg...

  • Added: Oct 23, 2023
  • Length: 59:00