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Sijo is a form of poetry that originated in Korea about 700 years ago. Today, it’s gaining popularity right here in Wisconsin, as educators have established an annual Wisconsin Sijo Competition. Saemee Kim recently talked with some of the organ
Gardening season is upon us. For people blessed with a green thumb, this is their moment to shine … they’re sowing the seeds now to reap the rewards later. For others, the idea of planning a garden bed is daunting, especially if you have bad tr
UW-Oshkosh has completed a massive oral history project documenting the campus’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As WPR’s Joe Schulz reports, it could serve as a resource to help future historians understand the pandemic’s impact on higher ed
Many of us are grateful for everything our mothers taught us. For Jana Rose Schleis, she’s thankful that her mom — Betty Schleis of Two Creeks, Wisconsin — taught her how to be beautiful.
Menominee tribal member Rae Elaine Tourtillott was 18 when she went missing on the tribe’s reservation during the fall of 1986. Tribal police and the FBI found her remains the following spring. The case remains unsolved and no arrests have been
A major event in sports history took place in September 1943. Two teams played in the first championship series of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. As writer Dean Robbins tells us, both teams were from Wisconsin.
Sometimes when we’re far from home, it’s nice to have something familiar around to keep us connected. Writer Eric Dregni has lived in Norway and Wisconsin. And by pure coincidence, he and his son have found a connection in both places with the
Here’s a classic joke: A miner, a sailor and a badger walk into a busy bar. Actually, it’s not a bar … it’s the Wisconsin state flag. Dive in to find out what all the symbols mean on this state symbol. This story comes from a listener question
Every author has their own way of writing — they get in the zone, channel their creativity, and then (hopefully!) words start flowing onto the page or screen.There’s a writer in Madison that does this by writing in Morse code. Author Steven Sa
Wisconsin seems to have a pretty good sense of humor about its clichés. Beer? Brats? Cheese? Bring it on.And if we’re making a list, let’s add polka!A question came in from Josie, an elementary school student in Mineral Point, who asked, “How
Wisconsin senator Gaylord Nelson helped organize the first Earth Day in 1970, after growing concerns for the environment. Since then, it’s been a day to celebrate our natural resources while also drawing attention to increasing threats to them.
We’re living in a time when things feel so … polarized. Us vs. them. I’m right, you’re wrong. But writer and cardiologist Dr. Arif Ahmad of Madison wants to remind people that there’s so much good in the world and that we have to take care of o
A house fire is a tragic thing to live through, and comedian Jacy Catlin would agree – he’s done it. But in his new short film, “Everything I Learned When My House Burned Down,” he also proves that tragedy + time = comedy.
A Fox Valley librarian has created a monthly event at a local brewery to help even the busiest people continue to be lifelong readers. WPR’s Joe Schulz has more on how Short Story Nights in Neenah have fostered a sense of community for five yea
Muslims all over the world are celebrating the holy month of Ramadan, including at the Crescent Learning Center, an Islamic childcare center in Milwaukee. Founder and Director Rafat Arain said the center strives to help refugee children and the
Taking notice and being thankful for the family and community we have around us often occurs when we’re facing our most difficult circumstances. Jan Larson brings us an essay about gratitude, and the lessons learned on her journey to recovery f
Little Chute is known for its Dutch heritage. A lesser known fact about the northeastern village is that it was once home to a semi-pro football team, the Little Chute Flying Dutchmen. Little Chute resident Gene Janssen wrote to WHYsconsin abou
Many of us grow up questioning our parents’ methods and traditions, only to find ourselves embracing them later in life. That was definitely the case for writer Yia Lor. She tells us about her skepticism and love of her mother’s tea.
What are some of your early rock ‘n’ roll memories? For Stoughton’s Bill Amundson, his hit REALLY close to home — when Stoughton’s very own “One Hit Wonders,” The Fendermen, rehearsed in a garage down the street from his home. WPR’s Brad Kolbe
Anyone who uses social media presents a somewhat edited version of themselves. They’re selective about what they post, use photo filters, or create cartoon-like stylized avatars as their profile image. WPR’s Emily Ralph, a trans woman, used her
Last year, when the Milwaukee Bucks won their first NBA title in 50 years, Jerome Hunt, a Milwaukee hip-hop artist who goes by the stage name Romey, was courtside. As a lifelong Bucks fan, the moment was not just a thrill, but the inspiration t
When we are at work, we all have a number of roles — we can take on other jobs, wear many hats. Albert Watson is a Detention Officer at the Dane County Juvenile Detention Center, where he also hosts a cooking club. Here, he tells the story of t
There is a lot of hype surrounding the cream puff. And then there is a lot of love for the kringle. Marisa Wojcik wasn’t sure what all the fuss was about when she tried a cream puff for the first time. So, she reached out to WHYsconsin and aske
Wisconsin is THE badger state. It’s on the flag. It’s the mascot of the state’s biggest university. And back in 1957, lawmakers put the badger into state law as Wisconsin’s official animal. But why? WPR’s John K. Wilson reports. This story was
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students have been helping turn food waste into nutrient-rich soil. A new program called Panther Pails brings food scraps to the composting operations at the Sandburg Gardens Hoop House. UW-Milwaukee student Je
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