Location:
United States
Genres:
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Networks:
Wisconsin Public Radio
Description:
Join host Larry Meiller every weekday from 11 a.m. to 01:00 p.m. on WPR News stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests.
Language:
English
Episodes
Helping rural Wisconsin, setting prescribed burns, and tech for wastewater overflows
3/26/2025
We talk about a range of projects by the Wisconsin Rural Partnership Institute. Then, we talk about the history and current use of prescribed burns. Then, we learn about new technology for the treatment of stormwater.
Duration:01:38:09
Pet care: Finding a responsible breeder, Comparing the behaviors of dogs and wolves
3/25/2025
First, we talk about how to find and work with a professional dog breeder. Our guest is Dr. Marty Greer. Then, Patricia McConnell returns to talk about the similarities and differences between dogs and wolves.
Duration:01:38:56
Green burials, good news stories, and sauerkraut
3/24/2025
We talk with two Wisconsin funeral directors about natural or “green burials.” Then, we visit with the editor of the online magazine Reasons to be Cheerful. Then, we chat with a food writer and fan of sauerkraut.
Duration:01:39:12
Garden Talk: Prairie gardens and unique seeds
3/21/2025
Two regulars are back on Garden Talk. Consulting ecologist Neil Diboll of Prairie Nursery talks about getting everything ready for your native garden. Seed entrepreneur Jere Gettle is back with highlights from this year’s Baker Seed catalogue.
Duration:01:39:06
Italian cooking and travel
3/20/2025
First, we talk about Italian American cooking with author and TV host Lucinda Scala Quinn. She’ll share her new cookbook “Mother Sauce: Italian American Family Recipes and the Story of the Women Who Created Them.” Then, Glenn Schmidt, a travel writer, will help you plan your next vacation to Italy.
Duration:01:39:02
Southeast Wisconsin State Parks, contributions from friends groups
3/19/2025
We talk about state parks in Door County and the southeast corner of Wisconsin. Then, we hear about the support volunteer friends groups provide their local parks.
Duration:01:39:03
Answering your tax questions, March Madness to begin for college basketball
3/18/2025
First, tax professional and regular guest Mary Mellem is back to answer all of your tax questions ahead of the April 15 deadline. Then, we talk about college basketball before the NCAA tournament begins in earnest Thursday.
Duration:01:39:07
Treating rotator cuff injuries, and the use of AI in healthcare
3/17/2025
New research proposes changes to how rotator cuff tendinopathy is diagnosed and addressed. Our physical therapists weigh in. Then we talk about the use of AI in healthcare with the chief information and digital health officer at UW Health.
Duration:01:39:06
Garden Talk: Using water wisely; Adding a water feature
3/14/2025
Gardening expert Melinda Myers joins us to talk about how to make sure your garden gets the right amount of moisture. And then we talk about adding water features to your landscape with an expert from Aquatica.
Duration:01:39:20
Home improvement: Spring to-do list, Pools and hot tubs
3/13/2025
First, we talk with regular guest Chad Speight, of Chad's Design Build, and John Gishnock of landscaping company Formecology, LLC about taking care of your home this spring. Then, you’ll hear everything you need to know about home pools and hot tubs from Kim Steffenhagen of Patio Pleasures.
Duration:01:39:20
Wildlife Wednesday: Natural signs of spring, and Driftless golden eagles
3/12/2025
Retired wildlife ecologist Scott Craven finds signs of spring. Then, Jeffrey Worrell with the Driftless Golden Eagle Study explains how his colleagues recently captured in Wisconsin the oldest known member of its species in North America.
Duration:01:39:04
Stroke awareness and recovery, Latest in Alzheimer’s research
3/11/2025
First, we talk about the signs and symptoms of stroke, and the recovery process afterward, with neurologist Dr. William Taylor. Then, we cover Alzheimer's disease and the people working hard to find a cure with Dr. Cindy Carlsson. We also hear from Bill Stork, a Lake Mills veterinarian with a personal connection to the disease.
Duration:01:38:59
Cybersecurity advice, and the history of The Onion
3/10/2025
We learn how to protect our tech from data thieves, and why artificial intelligence is falling short from Jesse La Grew at Madison College. Then, we talk about "good fake news" with the editor of The Onion and the author of a book about the history of the satirical media company.
Duration:01:39:19
Garden Talk: Grow what you eat, eat what you grow
3/7/2025
Eating food that you have grown is a special joy. We talk about how to raise your own mushrooms with our guests from a Wisconsin supplier. Then we talk with a local landscaper who finds ways to add food plants into landscape design
Duration:01:39:01
‘Our Wisconsin’ magazine features stories from around the state
3/6/2025
A polka music radio legend, snowmobiling and a travel guide to the Pepin area are all featured in the February/March issue of “Our Wisconsin” magazine. Editor Mike Beno shares some heartwarming stories from around the state and answers questions about how the publication’s produced.
Duration:01:39:05
Defending bats, promoting solar, and conserving land like Aldo Leopold
3/5/2025
Bats are the best, the author of a new book tells us. Then, solar projects energize Deerfield and many Wisconsin schools. Then, we talk about the legacy of the late conservationist Aldo Leopold.
Duration:01:39:07
Answering your questions about family law, What to see at the Wade House Historic Site
3/4/2025
First, we’re joined by lawyers Michael Riley and Tom Kolpien. They’ll answer your questions about family law and other legal matters. Then, we learn about the historic Wade House and their carriage museum. Our guest is Bridgitt Zielke, the site’s director.
Duration:01:39:02
Wisconsin birds overwinter in Central America; new feature film made by Wisconsin Army veteran
3/3/2025
Bill Volkert returns from leading birding tour in Nicaragua. Then, a Wisconsin native and Army veteran co-writes and directs his first feature film, a tribute to two fellow soldiers with whom he served in Iraq.
Duration:01:39:04
Garden Talk: Adaptable plants; Growing sustainable roses
2/28/2025
Climate change is affecting everything on earth – including where plants will thrive or barely survive. In this episode we talk about what plants are able to adapt to changing […]
Duration:01:39:11
Go to a Wisconsin spa this spring, How trivia is made, Find a sweet and funny read in “Bummer Camp”
2/27/2025
There are several spas and wellness resorts around the state. Anne Sayers, secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, tells us where to relax. Then, we hear how Ryan Wickens started a trivia business that’s spread across the Upper Midwest. Finally, we talk about the novel “Bummer Camp” with author Ann Garvin.
Duration:01:39:20