Wisconsin Today
Wisconsin Public Radio
“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.
Location:
United States
Genres:
News
Networks:
Wisconsin Public Radio
Description:
“Wisconsin Today” explores the people, places and ideas shaping life in Wisconsin. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for news and in-depth conversations that you can’t find anywhere else.
Language:
English
Episodes
Possible fisheries cuts, Vertical farming, NASA leader from Wisconsin
4/23/2026
A WPR reporter and local fish and game leader weigh in on possible cuts to DNR fish and wildlife management. Then, we talk about challenges and potential for vertical farming. […]
Duration:00:50:00
Storm damage updates, School referendum results, Ozaukee County sturgeon
4/21/2026
We hear how local communities are recovering after last week’s storms and flooding. Then, leaders in two Wisconsin school districts discuss how spring referendum results are impacting plans. And we […]
Duration:00:49:53
Tariff refunds, Record severe storms in April, New James Patterson novel set in Wisconsin
4/20/2026
We hear from Wisconsin’s business community as the portal opens to request refunds for tariffs. Then, an emergency manager and meteorologist describe what goes into preparing for and responding to […]
Duration:00:49:56
ICE arrests on the rise, Gerrymandering special session, Friend psychology at the Children’s Museum
4/17/2026
We dig into new data showing that more immigrants without criminal records are being arrested in Wisconsin. Then, Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at the legislature’s special session on gerrymandering. And, […]
Duration:00:49:53
Storm recovery, Proton therapy for cancer treatment, Youngest Marinette city alder
4/16/2026
We hear from a county dealing with flooding after this week’s storms. Then, we learn about a new form of cancer treatment that could replace radiation therapy for some patients. […]
Duration:00:50:00
US Sen. Ron Johnson on Iran war, John Deere settlement, Bob Uecker documentary
4/15/2026
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson gives his perspective on the war in Iran and the partial government shutdown. Then, we hear about John Deere’s $99-million settlement of a class-action lawsuit over […]
Duration:00:49:55
Bucks and UW Athletics, Build-to-rent housing, Madison Symphony Orchestra director’s memoir
4/14/2026
Two sports reporters discuss major departures from the Milwaukee Bucks and UW Athletics. Then, we learn about built-to-rent housing developments and why some are worried about efforts to restrict it. […]
Duration:00:50:00
GOP outlook, Postal service delays, Mississippi River Trail
4/13/2026
We discuss recent losses for the Wisconsin GOP and what it means for midterms. Then, we hear from a Wisconsin community being affected by a postal service delays. And, we […]
Duration:00:49:57
‘Sextortion’ bills, Supreme Court election, World’s Largest Trivia Contest
4/10/2026
We learn about new Wisconsin laws to protect children from sex extortion. Then, we review the results of Tuesday’s Supreme Court election with Inside Wisconsin Politics. And, we talk about […]
Duration:00:50:00
Rothman fired, Workers’ comp changes, Used instrument drive
4/9/2026
We talk about what led to the firing of Jay Rothman, president of the Universities of Wisconsin. Then, we learn about changes to the state’s workers’ compensation system. And, we […]
Duration:00:50:00