The Larry Meiller Show
Wisconsin Public Radio
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.
Location:
Madison, MI
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.
Twitter:
@LMeillerShow
Language:
English
Contact:
800-642-1234
Email:
talk@wpr.org
Episodes
Garden Talk: Pocket parks, pruning and planting
4/4/2025
We look at how to bring in more pollinators to your garden and community. Then we switch to advice on spring pruning and planting.
Duration:01:39:06
Consumer protection, What to see at Baraboo’s Circus World
4/3/2025
Michelle Reinen and Michael Domke of the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection join us again to talk about recent scams they’re uncovering. Then, we talk about the Circus World Historic Site in Baraboo with Georgia Stephenson and Jennifer Cronk.
Duration:01:39:20
Wildlife Wednesday; and a Wisconsin filmmaker’s journey
4/2/2025
Birds, amphibians, large predators and their babies all come out in springtime, explain our guests, two UW-Extension wildlife specialists. Then, we talk to a filmmaker and Wisconsin native about his Tomah-area film project.
Duration:01:39:06
Beekeeping in Wisconsin, What’s new in winemaking
4/1/2025
First, we talk about beekeeping ahead of the Chippewa Valley Bee Expo with Drew Kaiser of Kaiserson Bee Company of Eau Claire, and Emily Sydow, the 2025 Wisconsin Honey Queen. Then, we hear about winemaking from Philippe and Celine Coquard of Wollersheim Winery and Distillery in Prairie du Sac.
Duration:01:39:00
The mythical lumberjack, and wild spring weather
3/31/2025
We talk to the author of a new book on the history and myths of lumberjacks in the Northwoods. Then, the Weather Guys return to make sense of the wide variety of weather we’re experiencing in Wisconsin.
Duration:01:39:04
Garden Talk: Growing berries and starting seeds
3/28/2025
We talk with Vijai Pandian about growing berries in your garden. And then we get tips from Diana Alfuth about how to start your seeds early.
Duration:01:39:00
Vehicle maintenance, Getting your bike ready for spring rides
3/27/2025
First, retired service manager Jim Ward is back to tell you what you can do to maintain your vehicle this spring, and lengthen the amount of time it’ll be able to spend on the road. Then, we cover bike repairs with Andy Quandt of Gib’s Bike Shop in Lake Mills.
Duration:01:39:00
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