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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.
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Manitowoc’s aluminum Christmas trees, an ice-skating trail in Boulder Junction, and paying storytellers with pecan pie. That’s some of what you get in the new issue of “Our Wisconsin” magazine. Editor Mike Beno joins us.
Tech expert Beth D’Angelo returns to answer your cybersecurity questions and talk about best practices for shopping online. Then, Laneice Runnels from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development joins to share how to make a career change.
We talk with gardening expert Lis Friemoth about what’s on her 2025 Gardening Gift Guide. Then Laura Jull is in to give advice on picking out a great Christmas tree.
We’re warned to avoid seasonal scams by two officials with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. Then we talk to the Wisconsin author of a new novella about the push and pull of faith and disbelief.
Scott Craven, emeritus professor and UW Extension wildlife ecologist, joins us for another Wildlife Wednesday. He'll answer your questions about the animals in your neck of the woods. Then, we talk about making delicious meals out of wild game with Madison-based Chef Joel Olson.
A new book argues that school boards are essential for a democracy, yet often under fire. We talk to the author. Then, we'll also hear how libraries are fairing in these uncertain times.
Tom Wilmeth, our resident music aficionado, returns with a list of songs to get you into a wintery mood. Then Larry Meiller has some big news.
Foraging expert Sam Thayer is with us to tell you about food that you don't have to grow -- what to look for and how to use it.
First, entomologist PJ Liesch returns to answer your questions about bugs. Then, we talk to Wisconsin author James Campbell about his latest, “Heart of the Jaguar.” Finally, we catch up with Elaine Becker and Karen Mayhew. They make wool pellets for gardeners in Argyle.
Think before you share your Thanksgiving table scraps with the family dog. And try to make your Christmas decorations cat proof. Then, we’ll talk about the legacy of Lionel-made electric toy trains.
First, Dr. Zorba Paster joins us again to talk about staying well during the holiday season. Then, Steve Ackerman and Jon Martin join us to cover weather and climate issues.
We take a look at the plants that need to be cut back now and the best way to do it with our regular guest Diana Alfuth. Then we talk to the author of the new book “Chainsaw Love: Field Notes on the World's Most Dynamic Power Tool.”
A new book details the widespread belief in Martians among Americans, and the theories that divided astronomers in the late 20th century. Then, we talk about the celestial bodies to look for as the nights get longer.
Our outdoor writers are back for a roundtable discussion. Dean Bortz, Patrick Durkin and Tim Eisele will talk about the deer hunting season, what PFAS chemicals mean for duck hunters, news from Wisconsin’s Natural Resources Board and more.
We talk about the top 20 books published this year recommended by Daniel Goldin, owner of the Boswell Book Company in Milwaukee, to give to others or buy for yourself this holiday season.
Our physical therapists return to prehabilitation for hip and knee replacements. Then, we talk to a surgeon and a medical physics researcher at UW-Madison about their research into a treatment for burns.
The concept of growing organic has changed over the years, we talk about how with the author Eliot Coleman. And then Mark Dwyer is back to share his expertise on garden plant selection.
From touchless faucets and bidets to in-home saunas and cold-plunge pools, the remodeling options for kitchens and bathrooms depend on your budget. We talk to two Madison-area home improvement experts about what’s possible.
We talk about the changing seasons with Stan Temple, a wildlife ecologist. Then, Dexter Patterson talks about his latest book, “Birds of the Great Lakes.” Finally, Liz Herzmann gives us an update from Horicon Marsh and shares about the Horicon Marsh Bird Club.
We get advice for dealing with anxiety around the holidays. Then, an MS researcher and advocate share their optimism. Then, a physician helps women through menopause.
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