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High school sports can be the most exciting game around. Big rivalries, promising young athletes, and enthusiastic fans often comes only with high school athletics. But in recent years, high school coaches are finding their job a little less fun. Low pay, difficult parents, and disciplining players are just some of the reasons. We'll talk about this "coaching crisis" with Union Leader reporter Jim Fennell and Concord High School Athletic Director Bill Whitmore. We'll also hear from Tim Flannery with the National Federation of State High School Associations.

*This show is a rebroadcast, so we will not be taking any new calls during the program.*

Lots of folks celebrate Memorial day as the de facto first day of summer. But the holiday holds a much more somber meaning, especially for those who've fought for their country. We visited a Concord VFW hall to hear what New Hampshire's vets are thinking about this weekend.

Bruce Genereaux is a self-described extreme-sports junkie. In his book, Beyond the Comfort Zone, he explores the psychological draw to all things dangerous. From X-Games to Eco-challenges there is something irresistible about testing one?s limits, and watching other people test theirs.

We are bombarded daily with news of suicide bombings and firefights overseas. If and when your children start asking questions, what do you say to them and how do you explain what war is? Mike's guests are Dr. Steven Atkins, a licensed clinical psychologist and school consultant in the Department of Child Psychiatry at Dartmouth Medical School and is also the author of several books. Also, Robyn Rogers, author of "Use Your Words: A Child's Struggle with the Concept of War". She has been active in childrens issues and has a degree in Human Services.

Governor renews push to limit judicial oversight over education funding. The move comes two days after lawmakers adopted a new proposal. Benson lobbied for plan, but unsure about signing it.