The Larry Meiller Show
Wisconsin Public Radio
Join host Larry Meiller every weekday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on The Ideas Network stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests.
Location:
Madison, MI
Networks:
Wisconsin Public Radio
Description:
Join host Larry Meiller every weekday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on The Ideas Network stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests.
Twitter:
@LMeillerShow
Language:
English
Contact:
800-642-1234
Email:
talk@wpr.org
Episodes
Garden Talk: Mid summer gardening; Low maintenance flowering shrubs
7/26/2024
As we pass the midpoint of our growing season we take a look at what we need to do to keep our gardens looking good with UW Extension education Bruce […]
Duration:01:39:00
Current issues in Indian Country; Kickapoo Valley history
7/25/2024
Anton Treuer, an author and professor of Ojibwe at Bemidji State University joins us to share about his most recent book and his thoughts on current issues like Land Back […]
Duration:01:39:07
The cost of maintaining Wisconsin’s state parks; upcycling plastic and making fuel from hydrogen
7/24/2024
Is Wisconsin spending enough to maintain its state parks? Parks advocate Mike McFadzen doesn’t think so. Then, UW-Madison professor Luca Mastropasqua joins us to share his award-winning research into upcycling […]
Duration:01:39:05
Pet care: Board and train facilities; Aquatic pets
7/23/2024
Dr. Bill Stork is back to fill you in on board and train facilities, plus what to know about pet hydration and nutrition during these summer months. Then, we learn […]
Duration:01:39:18
A dyslexic superhero’s real alter ego, and a prolific Wisconsin author reaches a milestone birthday
7/22/2024
UW-Madison’s Shawn Robinson shares his journey with dyslexia and creation of the “Doctor Dyslexia Dude” comic book superhero. Then, Wisconsin author Jerry Apps joins us days before turning 90 to […]
Duration:01:39:16
What to do with diseased plant debris; Creating a rock garden
7/19/2024
We talk with Diana Alfuth about disposing of diseased plants. And then at 12:30 we look at how to design and care for a rock garden.
Duration:01:39:08
Hit the road: summer vehicle maintenance and an inclusive motorcycle group
7/18/2024
First, Jim Ward is back to help you prep your car for summer travel, including making sure your air conditioning is in good shape, and how to determine if your […]
Duration:01:39:15
Summer insect infestations, and how wolves impact other carnivores on Isle Royale
7/17/2024
Ants, Japanese beetles, ticks and mosquitoes all present challenges this time of year. We learn how to deal with all of them and more. Then, we look at the complex […]
Duration:01:39:18
Larry visits Door County to hear about local theater and maritime history
7/16/2024
Larry and his team broadcast live from Fish Creek. We talk with Jeff Herbst, Doc Heide, and Lachrisa Grandberry from Northern Sky Theater about the performing arts scene in Door […]
Duration:01:39:04
Physical rehab through video conferencing, and eating cheese improves mental health as we age
7/15/2024
Telehealth can be an effective path to rehabilitation for some patients. Then, the consumption of cheese contributes to improved mental health among Europeans, a new study says.
Duration:01:39:06
Garden Talk: Annuals and mushrooms
7/12/2024
Lindsay Hendricks from the Green Bay Botanical Garden is back to give you tips on how to pamper your annuals this summer. Then, we get a tour of a small […]
Duration:01:39:06
Home improvement: Decks and outdoor living; Smart homes
7/11/2024
Chad Speight of Chad’s Design Build and Tim Quigley of Quigley Decks and Quigley Cable Rail talk about creating beautiful outdoor living areas. Then, George Webster of Suess Electronics in […]
Duration:01:39:06
Fish farming practices, and federal designation sought for water trail
7/9/2024
Fish farming Wisconsin involves species and practices that differ from aquaculture operations elsewhere. We’ll get a state and global view. Then, we’ll talk about the new Great Pinery Heritage Waterway […]
Duration:01:39:07
Summer skin care; How to succeed later in life
7/9/2024
First, dermatologist Dr. Apple Bodemer returns to talk about adult acne and sunscreen. Then, author Mo Rocca joins us to talk about his book “Roctogenarians: Late in Life Debuts, Comebacks, […]
Duration:01:39:06
How to secure data on our devices, take better photographs
7/6/2024
Jesse La Grew, Chief Information Security Officer at Madison College, tells us how to protect our tech from data thieves, and why artificial intelligence is falling short. Then, we get […]
Duration:01:39:05
Garden Talk: Raised bed and succession gardening
7/5/2024
On this episode of “Garden Talk,” Cali Kim tells us how to start a raised bed garden. Then, Meg McAndrews Cowden clues you in to the art of succession gardening.
Duration:01:39:08
Book Club revival: “Seven Aunts” and “How the Word Is Passed”
7/4/2024
We hear about the book “Seven Aunts” from author Staci Lola Drouillard. It’s a story about the enduring strength of the women in her family. Plus, we talk about “How […]
Duration:01:39:14
Wildlife Wednesday, and July 4th grilling advice
7/2/2024
Wildlife ecologist Scott Craven explains how the wet weather of late has been helping and hindering animals during mating season in Wisconsin. Then, grillologists Mad Dog and Merrill fire up […]
Duration:01:39:06
Pro baseball; Wisconsin rowing to be represented in the Olympics
7/2/2024
We talk about the Brewers and Major League Baseball with podcast hosts Ryan Topp and Paul Noonan. Then, it’s all about rowing and the Summer Olympics with Vicky Opitz, the […]
Duration:01:39:06
Summer stargazing and a summer read
7/1/2024
Warm weather, long days and vacation. Summer has lots to offer – we take a look at a couple of things you can do as you enjoy this wonderful time […]
Duration:01:39:04