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: Flavorful landscapes
5/17/2024
Compact fruit plants and trees, ornamental vegetables are just some of the ways to add edibles to your landscape. We talk with nationally known gardening expert Melinda Myers about how […]
Duration:01:13:14
Book Club: “The Restaurant Inspector”; Food safety in restaurants and at home
5/16/2024
We talk with author Alex Pickett about his first novel, a dark comedy set in a fictional Wisconsin town. Then, Carrie Pohjola of the Department of Trade, Agriculture and Consumer […]
Duration:01:13:19
Insect update: Public invited to assist cicada and tick research
5/14/2024
Citizen science projects could help map the Wisconsin locations of noisy but benign cicadas and far less welcome ticks. Entomologist Phil Pelliterri explains what researchers hope to learn through these […]
Duration:01:13:19
The latest on weight loss treatments – mind and body
5/14/2024
We talk to Distinguished Psychologist Shilagh Mirgain about how to focus on the function of your body and not its shape. Then with obesity rates increasing, more and more options […]
Duration:01:13:09
Tech update: Artificial intelligence data centers coming to Wisconsin; How to stream and use smart speakers to listen to the radio
5/13/2024
Last week, President Biden touted Microsoft’s plans to invest $3.3 billion in artificial intelligence data centers in the Milwaukee area. Jesse La Grew joins us to discuss what this means […]
Duration:01:13:10
Garden Talk: How to keep gardening as you age
5/10/2024
There are many ways to adjust your gardening experience as you get older. We talk with horticulturist Mark Dwyer about ways to continue to enjoy your hobby even with physical […]
Duration:01:13:20
Home improvement: Dealing with condensation in the summer
5/9/2024
Condensation in the home can lead to mold growth, and it can damage wallpaper, fixtures and fittings. Registered Home Inspector John Freiburger returns to share how to reduce condensation in […]
Duration:01:12:37
Former golf course becomes a nature reserve; Hemp-derived gummies and more raise concerns
5/7/2024
A closed golf course near Brodhead became a conservation area and has served the area in new ways. An ecologist explains the project. Then, we consider the increasing availability in […]
Duration:01:13:20
How to get into running; Best-value public golf courses in Wisconsin
5/7/2024
We hear why every body is a “runner’s body” with Slow AF Run Club leader Martinus Evans. Plus, a list of public golf courses in Wisconsin to visit this spring […]
Duration:01:13:33
The history of astronomy at UW-Madison; Passion for amateur rocketry
5/6/2024
We talk to authors of new book “Chasing the Stars,” James Lattis and Kelly Tyrrell, about the history and astronomical impact of the Washburn Observatory on the UW-Madison campus. Then, […]
Duration:01:13:12
Garden Talk: Transform your backyard into a butterfly’s paradise
5/3/2024
The Midwest is home to more than 150 butterfly species. You can welcome these winged pollinators into your backyard with planning and proper plant selection. Horticulture educator Lisa Johnson shares […]
Duration:01:13:20
Exploring the food and travel destinations of Britain
5/2/2024
We talk with English food writer Carol Wilson about her new cookbook and take a look at where to go for food tours when traveling in the UK with local […]
Duration:01:13:20
Wildlife Wednesday: The fishing opener, spring hunting, frog and bird calls and more
4/30/2024
May 4 is the fishing opener in Wisconsin, the turkey hunt is underway and deer, elk and wolf management are in the news. Wildlife ecologist Scott Craven talks with us […]
Duration:01:13:09
Newest Elm Creek Quilts novel; Events to spruce up your spring
4/30/2024
Author Jennifer Chiaverini joins to talk about her latest book, “The Museum of Lost Quilts.” Then, Anne Sayers, secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, returns with ideas of springtime […]
Duration:01:13:20
Cross-country skiing world champ Jessie Diggins; Weather Guys look toward May
4/29/2024
Jessie Diggins reflects on winning her second cross-country skiing World Cup title last month. Then, the Weather Guys return to forecast what the month of May may bring.
Duration:01:13:19
Garden Talk: Spring in the native garden
4/26/2024
Fluctuations in temperature and precipitation can cause a gardener problems. We talk with plant expert Susan Carpenter about how climate changes affect native plants. UW-Arboretum
Duration:01:13:20
Intro to tandem bicycling; A bike shop for ‘non-cyclists’
4/25/2024
A Green Bay-area couple share their long-distance adventures riding a bicycle built for two. Then, a Lake Mills bike shop owner prefers to fix and sell used bikes to regular […]
Duration:01:13:20
Looking after Wisconsin’s large, non-hunted birds; Starting a backyard chicken coop
4/24/2024
We talk with two scientists from Wisconsin Green Fire about a study on large bird mortality and injury. Then, we move to the basics of backyard chickens with a farmer […]
Duration:01:13:20
Pet care: What to do when your dog won’t stop barking
4/23/2024
It’s natural for dogs to bark, but there comes a point when constant, aggravated barking is a nuisance for humans and a sign of concern for the dog. One of […]
Duration:01:13:20
Sustainable energy at home and in the community
4/22/2024
First, we talk about ENERGY STAR, a program that can help you conserve and save money at home. Then, we hear updates about a Wisconsin-based clean energy initiative.
Duration:01:13:20