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Wednesday
6/19/2013
11:00 AM
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Insect update with Phil Pellitteri
With warmer weather, most of us are spending more time outside, which means more interactions with insects. Robyn Cherry finds out how to best deal with biting insects like flies, ticks, and mosquitoes. Plus, which insects are causing damage to garden plants, and what to do about it.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist, director, UW Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Tuesday
6/18/2013
11:00 AM
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Anxiety in Children
It can be difficult to correctly identify anxiety in children. Larry Meiller learns how to diagnose and treat anxiety so that our children can live happier lives.
Guest: Dr. Marcia Slattery, child psychiatry, UW Hospitals & Clinics
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Tuesday
6/18/2013
11:45 AM
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African-American Genealogy
Researching African-American family histories can be challenging. Larry Meiller finds out what resources are available and how to get started.
Guests:
- Tony Burroughs, internationally known genealogist, taught genealogy at Chicago State University for fifteen years, author, "Black Roots: A Beginners Guide to Tracing the African American Family Tree," featured speaker at the upcoming African-American Genealogy Conference: Looking for a Home in Madison
- Lori Bessler, Reference Librarian, Library Archives division of the Wisconsin Historical Society
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Monday
6/17/2013
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice for Summer Activities
Larry Meiller learns how to stay injury-free during summer sports, outdoor activities, and house and garden work.
Guests:
- Jill Thein-Nissenbaum ("TINE-NISS-en-bom"), Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at UW-Madison, Staff physical therapist, UW Athletics, Badger Sportsmedicine
- Lori Thein ("TINE") Brody, Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer, UW Sports Medicine and Spine Center. Graduate Program Director, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, UT
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Saturday
6/15/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
From last summer's drought to this spring's cool, wet start, Wisconsin gardeners have experienced such weather extremes over the past year. On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns about plants for Wisconsin's challenging and unpredictable weather.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Friday
6/14/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
From last summer's drought to this spring's cool, wet start, Wisconsin gardeners have experienced such weather extremes over the past year. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns about plants for Wisconsin's challenging and unpredictable weather.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books
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Thursday
6/13/2013
11:00 AM
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Home Improvement and Accessibility
Whether because of illness, injury, or just aging, at some point we made need a more accessible home. Larry Meiller finds out about universal design, which aims to adapt to our needs throughout our life.
Guests:
- Chad Speight ("SPATE"), Chad's Carpentry, Madison
- Larry Taff, owner, TZ of Madison, Inc., a family owned business since 1992
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Wednesday
6/12/2013
11:00 AM
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Controlling Invasive Plants
June is Invasive Species Awareness Month. Larry Meiller learns how to identify invasive plants, the risks they pose, and the best methods for removing them from our landscape.
Guests:
- Thomas Boos, Forestry Invasive Plant Coordinator, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Kelly Kearns, Plant Conservation Program Manager, Endangered Resources Program, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wednesday
6/12/2013
11:45 AM
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Wisconsin's reptiles and amphibians
It's been a cool, wet spring, and our amphibians are enjoying it! Larry Meiller learns about Wisconsin's reptiles and amphibians -- where to find them, how to protect them, and what challenges they are facing.
Guests:
- Rori Paloski ("pa-LAH-ski"), conservation biologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Tara Bergeson (BERG-i-son"), conservation biologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Tuesday
6/11/2013
11:00 AM
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Keeping our pets happy and healthy
Larry Meiller finds out what we need to do to keep our pets healthy. He learns how food allergies are diagnosed and treated, and how common they are in our companion animals.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
6/10/2013
11:00 AM
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Pleasure Driving with John Freiburger
Pleasure driving is a sport that combines horsemanship with a sense of times past. Larry Meiller finds out what the sport entails, and where to watch it.
Guest: John Freiburger ("FRY-ber-ger"), president, American Driving Society, the affiliate of The Federation Equestrian International for carriage driving sports in the US, board member, US Equestrian Federation and numerous committees of the American Driving Society and the USEF. He is also a carriage driving judge and competitor from a family with a long history in the equine world.
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Monday
6/10/2013
11:45 AM
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Father's Day Grilling with Mad Dog and Merrill
Nothing tastes as good as a meal off the grill. Larry Meiller gets tips on some favorites, and great ideas for a Father's Day feast on the grill.
Guests: Mark Mathewson and Gary Merrill, better known as Mad Dog and Merrill, hosts, "Midwest Grill'n" (CW network). Authors, "Mad Dog and Merrill "Midwest Grill'n Cookbook," "Forever Tailgating" and "We've Got Gas Grilling Cookbook"
 Forever Tailgating
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Saturday
6/8/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Tovah Martin
It's understandable that our attention is mostly focused on plants out in the yard and garden at this time of year, but we shouldn't forget about our house plants! On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out which house plants like to spend time outside in warmer weather, whether this is a good time to re-pot, fertilize, and more!
Guest: Tovah ("TOE-va") Martin, author of a dozen gardening books, including "The Unexpected Houseplant: 220 Extraordinary Choices for Every Spot in Your Home," horticulture industry veteran and sought-after speaker and trainer.
The Unexpected Houseplant: 220 Extraordinary Choic...
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Friday
6/7/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Tovah Martin
It's understandable that our attention is mostly focused on plants out in the yard and garden at this time of year, but we shouldn't forget about our house plants! On Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out which house plants like to spend time outside in warmer weather, whether this is a good time to re-pot, fertilize, and more!
Guest: Tovah ("TOE-va") Martin, author of a dozen gardening books, including "The Unexpected Houseplant: 220 Extraordinary Choices for Every Spot in Your Home," horticulture industry veteran and sought-after speaker and trainer.
The Unexpected Houseplant: 220 Extraordinary Choic...
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Thursday
6/6/2013
11:00 AM
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Can What You Think Affect How You Feel?
Our minds have a lot of influence on how we feel about things around us, and about ourselves. Judith Siers-Poisson learns how to shape our thoughts to encourage positive emotions, and to interrupt less helpful ideas.
Guest: Shilagh Mirgain ("SHY-La MER-gain"), Ph.D., senior health and sports psychologist, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
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Thursday
6/6/2013
11:45 AM
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Mirror, Mirror OFF the Wall," Kjerstin Gruys
How often would you say that you look at yourself in the mirror? Judith Siers-Poisson visits with a woman who realized that seeing her reflection was hurting her self-esteem. So she decided she wouldn't do it ... for a year.
Guest: Kjerstin Gruys ("KEER-sten GREEZ"), PhD Candidate in the Department of Sociology at UCLA, body image activist, author, " Mirror, Mirror OFF the Wall: How I Learned to Love My Body by Not Looking at It for a Year"
Mirror, Mirror OFF the Wall: How I Learned to Love...
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Wednesday
6/5/2013
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Wildlife Update with Scott Craven
No matter what the season, Wisconsin wildlife is always fascinating. Judith Siers-Poisson learns what to do if we find a baby animal, how to minimize critter damage in the garden, and what impact our cool, wet spring has had.
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
6/4/2013
11:00 AM
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Cooking early season produce, Chef Michael Feker
While it may be too early to find tomatoes, corn, or melons at the market, the early offerings are a real treat, too! Judith Siers-Poisson learns about some delicious options for greens, asparagus, rhubarb and more.
Guest: Chef Michael Feker ("FECK-er") of Il Mito Enoteca in Wauwatosa
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Tuesday
6/4/2013
11:45 AM
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Refreshing summer wines with Jessica Bell
Warm weather is just around the corner. Judith Siers-Poisson learns how to choose a refreshing wine to complement summer fare. Plus, some surprisingly tasty non-alcoholic options.
Guest: Jessica Bell, Founder and CEO, My Wine School, Chicago and Milwaukee
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Monday
6/3/2013
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice with Peter Greene
A lot of computer users are less than happy with the Windows 8 operating system. Judith Siers-Poisson learns what fixes are in the works, and how we can live with it in the meantime. Plus, this month's list of useful websites.
Guest: Peter Greene, Computer Consultant, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
6/1/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Doug Soldat
We often think of lawns as needing a lot of water and chemicals to look good. On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson learns how to have a lawn that is more sustainable.
Guest: Doug Soldat ("SOHL-dat"), Associate Professor and UW-Extension Specialist, Department of Soil Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Friday
5/31/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Doug Soldat
We often think of lawns as needing a lot of water and chemicals to look good. On Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson learns how to have a lawn that is more sustainable.
Guest: Doug Soldat ("SOHL-dat"), Associate Professor and UW-Extension Specialist, Department of Soil Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Thursday
5/30/2013
11:00 AM
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Consumer protection and current scams
Kids are at home over the summer, with much more access to the internet. Staffers from the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection offer tips for keeping them safe. Judith Siers-Poisson finds out what scams and questionable business practices the Bureau is hearing about.
Guests:
- Sandy Chalmers, Administrator, Division of Trade and Consumer Protection, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
- Michelle Reinen ("RYE-nen"), Director, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wednesday
5/29/2013
11:00 AM
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The Dragonflies and Damselflies of Wisconsin
Dragonflies and damselflies are fascinating creatures. Larry Meiller learns about them and what role they play in the Wisconsin ecosystem. Plus, how all of us can help to protect and monitor them.
Guest: Robert DuBois, Aquatic Ecologist, Bureau of Endangered Resources, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wednesday
5/29/2013
11:45 AM
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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
Larry Meiller visits with staffers from the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center and the Wisconsin Energy Institute. They explore the connections between energy, air quality and climate.
Guests:
- John Greenler, Director of Education for both the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC) and the Wisconsin Energy Institute (WEI)
- Tracey Holloway, Associate Professor, Environmental Studies, Nelson Institute Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment (SAGE), University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Tuesday
5/28/2013
11:00 AM
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"Loopers: A Caddie's Twenty-Year Golf Odyssey"
Larry Meiller visits with the author of a book about the highs ... and lows ... of being a golf caddy.
Guest: John Dunn, sports writer, author, "Loopers: A Caddie's Twenty-Year Golf Odyssey"
Loopers: A Caddie's Twenty-Year Golf Odyssey
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Tuesday
5/28/2013
11:45 AM
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Weather Update with The UW Weather Guys
Compared to last year, it feels like a very cool spring. But is it? Larry Meiller finds out from the UW Weather Guys. They also explain what factors were in play with the recent tornado in Oklahoma.
Guests:
- Steve Ackerman, director, Cooperative Institute for Meteorological Satellite Studies, UW-Madison and professor of atmospheric sciences
- Jon Martin, professor and chair of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, UW-Madison
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Monday
5/27/2013
11:00 AM
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Birdwatching Tips and Migration Updates
Judith Siers-Poisson finds out how the late spring has affected our birds, and what this year's migration has been like so far. And, we'll hear some bird calls from birds both common and more rare in Wisconsin.
Guests:
- Noel Cutright, past president, Wisconsin Society for Ornithology
- Bill Volkert, naturalist, retired wildlife educator & naturalist, Horicon Marsh International Education Center
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Saturday
5/25/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
Native plants and grasses came through last year's drought better than many garden plants. On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out how to incorporate them into our landscape, and how the slow spring has bought us some planting time.
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Friday
5/24/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
Native plants and grasses came through last year's drought better than many garden plants. On Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out how to incorporate them into our landscape, and how the slow spring has bought us some planting time.
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Thursday
5/23/2013
11:00 AM
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Dr. Kurt Sladky: exotic pet health care
There's a lot of variety in the types of pets that share our lives. Judith Siers-Poisson finds out how to take good care of fish, birds, reptiles, small mammals, and more!
Guest: Kurt Sladky, DVM, Clinical Associate Professor in Zoological Medicine and Section Head of the Special Species Health Service, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Thursday
5/23/2013
11:45 AM
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Holistic Veterinary Care, Dr. Carrie Donahue
Summer can bring some health challenges for our pets. Judith Siers-Poisson learns about alternative treatments for pet allergies, as well as a review of flea, tick and heartworm prevention options.
Guest: Carrie Donahue, DVM, Kindred Spirits Holistic Veterinary Care
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Wednesday
5/22/2013
11:00 AM
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Insect update with Phil Pellitteri
With warmer weather, insect activity is picking up. Judith Siers-Poisson finds out how to best deal with biting insects like flies, ticks, and mosquitoes. Plus, which insects are likely to damage garden plants, and what to do about it.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist, director, UW Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Tuesday
5/21/2013
11:00 AM
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Update on Wisconsin's bat population
Bats are a crucial part of an ecosystem. And they save Wisconsin farmers over a billion dollars each year by eating agricultural pests. Judith Siers-Poisson finds out how our bats are doing, and whether white-nose syndrome is any closer to infecting them. Plus, a preview of Bat Fest.
Guests:
- Jennifer Redell, WI DNR cave and mine specialist with the bat program
- Paul White, WI DNR conservation biologist with the bat program
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Tuesday
5/21/2013
11:45 AM
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"Odd Couples," Daphne Fairbairn
They say women are from Venus and men are from Mars. Judith Siers-Poisson visits with the author of a book that looks at sex differences throughout the animal world and finds out why species have evolved in that way.
Guest: Daphne Fairbairn, professor of biology, University of California-Riverside, author, "Odd Couples: Extraordinary Difference between the Sexes in the Animal Kingdom"
Odd Couples: Extraordinary Difference between the ...
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Monday
5/20/2013
11:00 AM
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Recent Oneota Archeological Finds
An archaeological find near La Crosse produced a large amount of material dating from the Oneota (oh-nee-OH-ta") civilization. In this encore broadcast, Larry Meiller finds out about what was found, and what it tells us. [original broadcast date: August 21, 2012]
Guests:
- Constance Arzigian, Laboratory Director, Research Archaeologist and Paleoethnobotanist, Sociology/Archaeology Department, UW-La Crosse
- Wendy Holtz-Leith, Research Archaeologist, Sociology/Archaeology Department, UW-La Crosse
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Monday
5/20/2013
11:45 AM
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"Code Talker," Judith Schiess Avila
The story of the Navajo code talkers' work during WW II is fascinating. In the encore broadcast, Larry Meiller talks with the co-author of the memoir of one of the last living code talkers, Chester Nez. [original broadcast date: August 21, 2012]
Guest: Judith Schiess Avila ("sheese AH-vee-la"), co-author, "Code Talker: The First and Only Memoir by one of the original Navajo Code Talkers of WWII"
Code Talker: The first and only memoir by one of t...
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Saturday
5/18/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Bayfield in Bloom
It's Larry Meiller's eleventh year broadcasting from Bayfield in Bloom. Tune in to this encore edition of Garden Talk for great advice on successful gardening, particularly in the northern part of our state.
Guests:
- Jason Fischbach ("FISH-bahk"), UW-Extension agriculture agent, Washburn, WI
- Don Kissinger, Urban & Community Forestry Coordinator, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Art Ode ("OH-dee"), horticulture consultant, and semi-retired from Botanical Garden and Arboretum management.
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Friday
5/17/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Bayfield in Bloom
It's Larry Meiller's eleventh year broadcasting from Bayfield in Bloom. Tune in to Garden Talk for great advice on successful gardening, particularly in the northern part of our state.
Guests:
- Jason Fischbach ("FISH-bahk"), UW-Extension agriculture agent, Washburn, WI
- Don Kissinger, Urban & Community Forestry Coordinator, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Art Ode ("OH-dee"), horticulture consultant, and semi-retired from Botanical Garden and Arboretum management
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Thursday
5/16/2013
11:00 AM
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Common Myths and Misconceptions, Brian Udermann
Have you ever not gone swimming right after eating, or taken vitamin C to prevent a cold? If you have, you've fallen for some common health myths. Larry Meiller finds out what popular beliefs are true, and which are not.
Guest: Brian Udermann ("OO-der-men"), professor, Department of Exercise and Sport Science, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, author, "25 Ways to Cure the Hiccups: Uncovering the Truth Behind 101 Common Myths and Misconceptions"
25 Ways to Cure the Hiccups: Uncovering the Truth ...
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Thursday
5/16/2013
11:45 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
If you've checked airfares recently, you probably saw a price, but then there are fees on top of that. Larry Meiller learns how to make sense of the different fees you might encounter, plus evaluating frequent flier programs and using those miles.
Guest: Rick Seaney ("SEE-nee"), CEO and co-founder, FareCompare.com
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Wednesday
5/15/2013
11:00 AM
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What Goes Into Soil Health
What does it mean when we say that soil is healthy? Larry Meiller finds out how we can create and maintain healthy soils in our home gardens, and why it's important.
Guests:
- Alexander Barton, Director of Business Development, Agronomic Science Foundation, Alliance of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science Societies (ACSESS)
- Jimmy Bramblett, State Conservationist, US Department of Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA - NRCS)
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Wednesday
5/15/2013
11:45 AM
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Vermiculture
A lot of compostable material ends up in the garbage. Instead of it going to the landfill, why not turn it into great organic matter? Larry Meiller learns the basics of composting, and how to use worms in the process as well.
Guest: Joe Van Rossum, Recycling Specialist and Director, UW-Extension - Solid & Hazardous Waste Education Center
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Tuesday
5/14/2013
11:00 AM
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Keeping our pets happy and healthy
Larry Meiller finds out what we need to do to keep our pets healthy. He learns why having a pet sprayed by a skunk can mean more than just a bad odor, and a heartworm medication recall to be aware of.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
5/13/2013
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
A lot of us have sources of underlying pain that can be made worse by activities like gardening. Larry Meiller finds out what precautions you should take if you suffer from low back pain, or arthritis in your hips, knees, or hands.
Guests:
- Bill Boissonnault ("BOYZ-an-alt"), Associate Professor, UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Senior Physical Therapist, Spine Center Physical Therapy Clinic, UW Hospital and Clinics
- Lori Thein ("tine") Brody, Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer, UW Sports Medicine and Spine Center. Graduate Program Director, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, UT
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Saturday
5/11/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Molly Fifield Murray
Native plants are one key to a healthy and sustainable garden. On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns how to plan and implement a successful ecosystem. Plus, information about an upcoming native plant sale.
Guest: Molly Fifield ("FEYE-field") Murray, Outreach and Education Manager, UW Arboretum
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Friday
5/10/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Molly Fifield Murray
Native plants are one key to a healthy and sustainable garden. Today on Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns how to plan and implement a successful ecosystem. Plus, information about an upcoming native plant sale.
Guest: Molly Fifield ("FEYE-field") Murray, Outreach and Education Manager, UW Arboretum
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Thursday
5/9/2013
11:00 AM
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Home Improvement and Repair
It's great to use new materials that are environmentally friendly. But salvaging and reusing materials is even better. Larry Meiller finds out what materials are easiest to re-use, where to find them, and how to use them.
Guests:
- Chad Speight ("SPATE"), Chad's Carpentry, Madison
- Jen Voichick ("VOY-chick"), Director, Habitat ReStore, Madison
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Wednesday
5/8/2013
11:00 AM
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"Deerland," Al Cambronne
Whitetail deer are lovely animals to watch, but they can also cause a lot of damage, and can also have a negative impact on the environment, and on human health. Larry Meiller learns about our complicated relationship with those animals.
Guest: Al Cambronne ("CAM-brohn"), Writer for Canoe & Kayak, Cooking Wild, Deer & Deer Hunting, author, "Deerland: America's Hunt for Ecological Balance and the Essence of Wildness"
Deerland: America's Hunt for Ecological Balance an...
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Wednesday
5/8/2013
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American Wetlands Month with Katie Beilfuss
May is American Wetlands Month. Larry Meiller learns what role they play in Wisconsin's environment, and how we can all enjoy and protect those vital natural resources.
Guest: - Katie Beilfuss ("BELL-fuss"), Outreach Programs Director, Wisconsin Wetlands Association
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Tuesday
5/7/2013
11:00 AM
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The Icecube project and Quasar 2.0: Star Incubat...
Life at the South Pole is fascinating, and research done there is very important for several disciplines. Larry Meiller talks with a researcher who has spent time at the South Pole through the Icecube collaboration, and with two artists whose work is inspired by data from Icecube.
Guests:
- Freija Descamps (“FRAY-ah day-cawn”),doctor in physics, Ghent University. Her specialty is astro-particle physics and she has worked as a member of the IceCube collaboration for several years. She is currently a Postdoc at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in Berkeley, California.
- Jean Michel Crettaz (zhahn mee-shell cray-tazz") and Mark-David Hosale (ho-SAIL"), Toronto-based artists who created an interactive light and sound installation based on cosmic ray data from IceCube. The installation is called Quasar 2.0: Star Incubator
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Tuesday
5/7/2013
11:45 AM
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Prescription eyewear: how to wear & care for the...
Many of us wear prescription eyeglasses. With warmer weather on the horizon, Larry Meiller learns how to choose and care for our prescription sunglasses.
Guest: Jim La Luzerne, former CEO of optical-related companies. Former President of the largest manufacturer of prescription eyeglasses in the world. Inductee, Optical Hall of Fame
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Monday
5/6/2013
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice with Peter Greene
Larry Meiller finds out how to keep our personal computers working well, and whether 3-D printers might become as commonplace as inkjets. Plus, this month's list of useful websites.
Guest: Peter Greene, Computer Consultant, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
5/4/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
Last year's hot, dry weather was tough on gardens. On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to revitalize our gardens.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Friday
5/3/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
Last year's hot, dry weather was tough on our gardens. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to revitalize our gardens.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Thursday
5/2/2013
11:00 AM
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Eating Well While Eating Alone
It can be challenging for anyone to take the time to cook healthy and delicious meals. And that's especially true for people cooking for one. Larry Meiller learns how to make the most of preparing meals one portion at a time.
Guest: Susan Nitzke (NITS-key"), Professor Emerita of Nutritional Sciences, UW-Madison
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Thursday
5/2/2013
11:45 AM
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Assessing Popular Exercise Approaches
It seems like every week there is a new theory of what the best kind of exercise routine is. Larry Meiller finds out how to assess different fitness plans, and whether high intensity interval training lives up to the hype.
Guest: Ann M. Swartz, PhD, Associate Professor and Director, MS Kinesiology Program, Department of Kinesiology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
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Wednesday
5/1/2013
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Wildlife Update with Scott Craven
Spring is a busy time for our wildlife. Larry Meiller finds out about the upcoming Great Wisconsin Birdathon, how to prevent bird strikes on windows, and ways to protect your garden from a variety of critters.
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
4/30/2013
11:00 AM
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Saving Successfully for your Retirement
Your age, family situation, and other factors determine the best investment strategy to save for retirement. Larry Meiller learns the best strategies for when you are in your twenties, thirties, forties, or older.
Guest: Frank Armstrong, certified financial planner, founder, Investor Solutions, Inc., author, "The Informed Investor", co-author, "Save Your Retirement"
The Informed Investor
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Tuesday
4/30/2013
11:45 AM
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"Four Season Farm Gardener's Cookbook"
Growing lots of veggies in the garden is great, but not if you don't make good use of them in the kitchen. Larry Meiller learns ways to use our home-grown produce all year long.
Guest: Barbara Damrosch, horticulture industry veteran, author, "The Garden Primer," and most recently, "Four Season Farm Gardener's Cookbook" with Eliot Coleman, owner, Four Season Farm, an experimental market garden in Harborside, Maine.
The Garden Primer
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Monday
4/29/2013
11:00 AM
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"Storm Kings," Lee Sandlin
Whether you hide from them or chase them, tornadoes are a force to be respected. And fascination with them is nothing new. Larry Meiller finds out about storm chasers from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
Guest: Lee Sandlin, author of "Storm Kings: The Untold History of America's First Tornado Chasers"
Storm Kings: The Untold History of America's First...
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Monday
4/29/2013
11:45 AM
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Weather Update with The UW Weather Guys
It's the start of severe weather season in Wisconsin. Larry Meiller visits with the UW Weather Guys, and finds out what may be in store for us.
Guests:
- Steve Ackerman, director, Cooperative Institute for Meteorological Satellite Studies, UW-Madison and professor of atmospheric sciences
- Jon Martin, professor and chair of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, UW-Madison
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Saturday
4/27/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Laura Jull
Yesterday was Arbor Day. On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to care for trees, shrubs, and other woody ornamentals.
Guest: Laura Jull, professor and Extension Specialist for Woody Ornamentals, department of horticulture, UW-Madison
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Friday
4/26/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Laura Jull
It's Arbor Day. Today on Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to care for trees, shrubs, and other woody ornamentals.
Guest: Laura Jull, professor and Extension Specialist for Woody Ornamentals, department of horticulture, UW-Madison
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Thursday
4/25/2013
11:00 AM
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Humans' complex relationships with animals
The relationships that human beings have with animals are complex, and often contradictory. Larry Meiller learns about those inconsistencies and where they come from.
Guests:
- Patricia McConnell PhD, certified applied animal behaviorist and dog trainer, as well as the author of several books
- Hal Herzog, anthrozoologist, professor of Psychology at Western Carolina University, author of "Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat: Why It's So Hard To Think Straight About Animals"
The Puppy Primer
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Wednesday
4/24/2013
11:00 AM
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"The Crossley ID Guide: Raptors," Richard Crossl...
Raptors are fascinating and impressive birds. Larry Meiller talks with the author of an innovative new guide to raptors.
Guest: Richard Crossley, author, "The Crossley ID Guide: Raptors"
The Crossley ID Guide: Raptors
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Tuesday
4/23/2013
11:00 AM
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"Limping through Life," Jerry Apps
Larry Meiller visits with Jerry Apps and talks about his latest memoir, which shares his experiences of childhood polio, and how it's impacted him throughout his life. He also recounts his years as a student of agricultural education at UW-Madison.
Guest: Jerry Apps, storyteller, author, most recently of the memoir "Limping through Life: A Farm Boy's Polio Memoir"
The Tamarack River Ghost
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Tuesday
4/23/2013
11:45 AM
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Living with Brain Cancer
Brain cancer is a scary diagnosis to receive. Larry Meiller finds out about the disease itself, and resources available for people living with it, as well as for their loved ones.
Guests:
- Dr. John Kuo ("KWOH"), assistant professor of Neurological Surgery and Human Oncology at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health, Director of the Comprehensive Brain Tumor Program at UW Hospital and Chair of the Brain Tumor Group at Carbone Cancer Center.
- Lori Hayes is a Clinical Nurse Specialist who works at the Brain Tumor Clinic and is one of the organizers of an upcoming conference for people living with brain cancer and their families.
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Monday
4/22/2013
11:00 AM
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Spring paddling with Darren Bush
It's Earth Day, and what better way to celecbrate than to talk about getting out into nature! Larry Meiller find out about spring paddlesports and how to prepare for paddling in colder than usual temperatures. Plus, how to get you, and your gear, ready for the season, and some great opportunities for training on kayaks.
Guest: Darren Bush, owner and chief paddling evangelist, Rutabaga Paddlesports.
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Monday
4/22/2013
11:45 AM
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Earth Day: Hybrid Cars
It's Earth Day, and Larry Meiller finds out what's new in the world of hybrid cars.
Guests:
- Glen Bower, Automotive Faculty Advisor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
- John Dolan, Smart Motors
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Saturday
4/20/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Straw Bale Gardening
Looking for a low-maintenance way to grow bountiful vegetables? On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns about the straw bale gardening method.
Guest: Joel Karsten, author, "Straw Bale Gardens: The Breakthrough Method for Growing Vegetables Anywhere, Earlier and with No Weeding"
Straw Bale Gardens: The Breakthrough Method for Gr...
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Thursday
4/18/2013
11:45 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
If you've checked airfares recently, you may have been shocked by the price tag! Larry Meiller finds out to get the best fare possible. Plus, how to file a complaint with airlines, and the companies that have been ranked best and worst.
Guest: Rick Seaney ("SEE-nee"), CEO and co-founder, FareCompare.com
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Wednesday
4/17/2013
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Stopover Initiative
Many birds are migrating through the Upper Midwest right now. Larry Meiller learns about the Wisconsin Stopover Initiative, and how each of us can help those avian travelers.
Guests:
- Kim Grveles ("GREV-ehlz"), Coordinator, Wisconsin Stopover Initiative, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Dave Ewert, Senior Conservation Scientist, The Nature Conservancy, Michigan
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Wednesday
4/17/2013
11:45 AM
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Astronomy Day events, Paul Kinzer
Spring is a great time to turn our attention to the night skies. Larry Meiller learns what to look for, and about upcoming Astronomy Day events.
Guest: Paul Kinzer, author, "Stargazing Basics: Getting Started in Recreational Astronomy," Member, La Crosse Area Astronomy Club
Stargazing Basics: Getting Started in Recreational...
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Tuesday
4/16/2013
11:00 AM
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Head and Neck Cancer Screening and Treatment
At eleven, Larry Meiller learns about head and neck cancer, and the importance of early detection. Do you know how to minimize your risks?
Guests:
- Rachael Kammer, Senior Speech Pathologist, UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health
- Dr. Bradley Mons ("MAHNZ"), D.O., Fellow in Head/Neck Surgery, department of Otolaryngology ("oh-toh-lair-in-GOL-o-jee"), UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health
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Tuesday
4/16/2013
11:45 AM
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National Donate Life Month
April is National Donate Life Month. An organ transplant can truly be the difference between life and death. Larry Meiller finds out what conditions make them necessary, what qualifies someone as a donor, and how we can register to be one.
Guest: Jill Ellefson, Executive Director, UW Organ and Tissue Donation services
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Monday
4/15/2013
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
As we get ready to jump back into spring sports and early season gardening, there's always a risk of injury. Larry Meiller learns how to stay safe while enjoying the season.
Guests:
- Bill Boissonnault ("BOYZ-an-alt"), Associate Professor, UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Senior Physical Therapist, Spine Center Physical Therapy Clinic, UW Hospital and Clinics
- Lori Thein ("tine") Brody, Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer, UW Sports Medicine and Spine Center. Graduate Program Director, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, UT
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Saturday
4/13/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
Even if there are parts of the state with a little snow still on the ground, spring is here! And now we can see what damage has been down by voles, rabbits, and other critters. On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to help our lawns and garden recover.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, Dane County Extension Horticulture Educator
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Friday
4/12/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
Even if there are parts of the state with a little snow still on the ground, spring is here! And now we can see what damage has been down by voles, rabbits, and other critters. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to help our lawns and garden recover.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, Dane County Extension Horticulture Educator
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Thursday
4/11/2013
11:00 AM
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Spring home projects and repairs
There are always more home projects to do than there are free hours in the week. Larry Meiller gets advice for prioritizing our spring repair projects.
Guests:
- Ken Adams, Adams Design Construction in Madison
- John Freiburger, Freiburger and Associates in Fitchburg
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Wednesday
4/10/2013
11:00 AM
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Prescribed burns for forest health
Smokey Bear always tells us to prevent forest fires. But Larry Meiller finds out how controlled burns can improve the health of forests and other ecosystems.
Guests:
- Hannah Spaul, Director of Conservation Land Management, The Nature Conservancy's WI chapter, member, Wisconsin Prescribed Fire Council
- Jolene Ackerman, Wildland Urban Interface Coordinator, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wednesday
4/10/2013
11:45 AM
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"The Drunken Botanist," Amy Stewart
Whether your favorite cocktail has rum, vodka, whiskey, or another spirit in it, you have a plant to thank! Larry Meiller finds out about the botanical origins of a variety of libations.
Guest: Amy Stewart, author most recently of "The Drunken Botanist: The Plants That Create the World's Great Drinks". Also of "Wicked Bugs: The Louse that Conquered Napoleon's Army and other Diabolical Insects" and "Wicked Plants: The Weed that Killed Lincoln's Mother & Other Botanical Atrocities".
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Tuesday
4/9/2013
11:00 AM
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Keeping our pets happy and healthy
It's heartworm awareness month. Larry Meiller finds out what we need to do to keep our pets healthy. Plus, recent pet food recalls to be aware of.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
4/8/2013
11:00 AM
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Consumer protection and current scams
Larry Meiller finds out what scams and questionable business practices the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection's complaint department has heard about recently.
Guests:
- Sandy Chalmers, Administrator, Division of Trade and Consumer Protection, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
- Michelle Reinen ("RYE-nen"), Director, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Saturday
4/6/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Terri Schmit
Gourds are a fascinating vegetable. On Garden Talk, Cynthia Schuster finds out how to grow different intriguing varieties, and their many uses after harvest! Plus details about the upcoming Wisconsin Gourd Society annual festival.
Guest: Terri Schmit, the "Gourd Girl," founder and past president of the Wisconsin Gourd Society
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Friday
4/5/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Terri Schmit
Gourds are a fascinating vegetable. On Garden Talk, Cynthia Schuster finds out how to grow different intriguing varieties, and their many uses after harvest! Plus details about the upcoming Wisconsin Gourd Society annual festival.
Guest: Terri Schmit, the "Gourd Girl," founder and past president of the Wisconsin Gourd Society
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Thursday
4/4/2013
11:00 AM
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Tax Preparation: Dale Kunin CPA
Tax Day is just two weeks away. Larry Meiller gets help on last minute tax issues, and finds out how to file an extension when needed.
Guest: Dale Kunin ("CUE-nin"), CPA.CITP, Partner, Wegner LLP, CPAs & Consultants, Madison
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Wednesday
4/3/2013
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Wildlife Update with Scott Craven
Spring is a busy time for our wildlife. Larry Meiller finds out about the upcoming Great Wisconsin Birdathon, Conservation Congress meetings, and whether there will be a season for hunting woodchucks.
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
4/2/2013
11:00 AM
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Mike Leckrone and the UW Marching Band
Who doesn't love the U-W Varsity Band? Larry Meiller welcomes Mike Leckrone to talk about the history and traditions of the Band, and its upcoming spring concert.
Guest: Professor Michael Leckrone, Director of the Marching Band and Director of Bands, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Tuesday
4/2/2013
11:45 AM
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Get the most nutrition for your money
No matter how much we have in our food budgets, we all want to get the best and healthiest food for less. Larry Meiller finds out how you can get the most nutrition for your money.
Guests:
- Gayle Coleman, Specialist with the UW Extension Nutrition Education Program
- Shelley King-Curry, Specialist with the UW Extension Nutrition Education Program
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Monday
4/1/2013
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice with Peter Greene
Technology can be a great tool. And sometimes it can even be a lifesaver. Larry Meiller finds out about an app to help us avoid dangerous interactions between medications. Plus, this month's list of useful websites.
Guest: Peter Greene, Computer Consultant, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
3/30/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Barb Larson
On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out some great ways to get a head start on spring gardening. Plus, ways to assess lawn damage due to ice and snow.
Guest: Barb Larson, Horticulture Educator, Kenosha County UW-Extension
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Friday
3/29/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Barb Larson
On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out some great ways to get a head start on spring gardening. Plus, ways to assess lawn damage due to ice and snow.
Guest: Barb Larson, Horticulture Educator, Kenosha County UW-Extension
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Thursday
3/28/2013
11:00 AM
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Appraisals and Collectibles with Shirley Baumann
Did you see the recent story about a $3 Chinese bowl that was sold at auction for over two million dollars? Larry Meiller finds out how to know if there is a treasure hiding amidst our collectibles.
Guest: Shirley Baumann, certified personal property appraiser and registered Wisconsin Auctioneer. Owner, Baumann Auction Services
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Wednesday
3/27/2013
11:00 AM
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Twenty Years of Big River magazine
Big River magazine is celebrating its twentieth anniversary. Larry Meiller finds out what they've covered over the years, and some of the best ways to enjoy the Mighty Mississippi.
Guest: Reggie McLeod, Editor and Publisher, Big River magazine
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Wednesday
3/27/2013
11:45 AM
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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
Larry Meiller visits with people from the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center. They share what they've learned about biodiversity in the agricultural landscape, and how bioenergy fits in. Plus, information on the upcoming opening of the Wisconsin Energy Institute.
Guests:
- John Greenler, Director of Education and Outreach, Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC) and the Wisconsin Energy Institute (WEI)
- Tim Meehan, Ph.D, Associate Scientist, Department of Entomology and the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Tuesday
3/26/2013
11:00 AM
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"This Wicked Rebellion," Michael Edmonds
While there were no Civil War battles in Wisconsin, soldiers from our state took part in many of the major events of that conflict. Larry Meiller hears what we can learn from the letters that they wrote to loved ones at home.
Guest: Michael Edmonds, Head, Digital Collections & Web Services, Library-Archives Division, Wisconsin Historical Society, editor, "This Wicked Rebellion: Wisconsin Civil War Soldiers Write Home"
This Wicked Rebellion: Wisconsin Civil War Soldier...
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Tuesday
3/26/2013
11:45 AM
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"Modern Maple," Teresa Marrone
Tapping maple trees and making maple syrup is part of our Upper Midwest culture. Larry Meiller finds out how the process has changed over the years, and how to use the delicious end-product.
Guest: Teresa Marrone, author, "Modern Maple"
Modern Maple
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Monday
3/25/2013
11:00 AM
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"The Zero-Waste Lifestyle," Amy Korst
Does going garbage-free sound impossible? Larry Meiller finds out how we can all reduce the amount of garbage we produce, and why it's worth the effort.
Guest: Amy Korst, author, "The Zero-Waste Lifestyle: Live Well by Throwing Away Less"
The Zero-Waste Lifestyle: Live Well by Throwing Aw...
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Monday
3/25/2013
11:45 AM
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Weather Update with The UW Weather Guys
If you're wondering whether spring is ever going to arrive in Wisconsin, you're not alone! Larry Meiller visits with the UW Weather Guys, and finds out if they know!
Guests:
- Steve Ackerman, director, Cooperative Institute for Meteorological Satellite Studies, UW-Madison and professor of atmospheric sciences
- Jon Martin, professor and chair of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, UW-Madison
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Saturday
3/23/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
There's more and more interest in gardening with native plants and grasses. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to successfully use natives to create a beautiful, healthy and low-maintenance garden, and what the advantages are to the environment.
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Friday
3/22/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
There's more and more interest in gardening with native plants and grasses. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to successfully use natives to create a beautiful, healthy and low-maintenance garden, and what the advantages are to the environment.
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Thursday
3/21/2013
11:00 AM
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Oral and Dental Health Care for Pets
We all know that dental care is important for people. And it's just as important for our dogs and cats. Larry Meiller finds out what type of oral health care we should provide for our pets.
Guests:
- Jason W. Soukup ("SOHK-up"), DVM, Assistant Professor & Residency Director, Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Christopher Snyder, DVM, Clinical Assistant Professor, Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Thursday
3/21/2013
11:45 AM
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Holistic Veterinary Care, Dr. Carrie Donahue
We may be familiar with a variety of alternative medical practices to improve human health, but they are also useful for our pets. Larry Meiller learns about herbs for pets, and natural alternatives to conventional treatments like flea and tick repellents, dewormers, and vaccines.
Guest: Carrie Donahue, DVM, Kindred Spirits Holistic Veterinary Care
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Wednesday
3/20/2013
11:00 AM
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International Crane Foundation update
It's a big time for crane migrations. Larry Meiller finds out what the status is of the cranes that spend time in Wisconsin each year, and how you can get involved in the Midwest Crane Count.
Guests:
- Anne Lacy, Long Term Crane Research Coordinator, International Crane Foundation
- Kate Fitzwilliams, Volunteer Coordinator, International Crane Foundation
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Wednesday
3/20/2013
11:45 AM
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Wisconsin's endangered and threatened species li...
Wisconsin's endangered and threatened species list provides important protections and oversight for species in our state. Larry Meiller finds out what proposals are under consideration to add and remove species from the list.
Guests:
- Terrell Hyde, Natural Heritage Inventory Assistant Zoologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Rori Paloski ("pa-LAH-ski"), conservation biologist, Bureau of Endangered Resources, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Tuesday
3/19/2013
11:00 AM
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Science with Bassam Shakhashiri
Larry Meiller visits with an old friend and audience favorite to talk about what the challenges and opportunities are for science in our society
Guest: Bassam Shakhashiri ("bah-SAM shah-ka-SHEER-ee"), Professor of Chemistry at the UW-Madison.
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Tuesday
3/19/2013
11:45 AM
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Poison Prevention with Donna Lotzer
This is Poison Prevention Week. Larry Meiller finds out what the greatest risks are to pets, and to people of all ages.
Guest: Donna Lotzer, Senior Clinical Pharmacist, Poison Education Coordinator, Poison Prevention & Education Center, University of WI Hospital & Clinics
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Monday
3/18/2013
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
As we get ready to jump back into spring sports and early season gardening, there's always a risk of injury. Larry Meiller learns how to stay safe while enjoying the season.
Guests:
- Bill Boissonnault ("BOYZ-an-alt"), associate professor, UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Senior physical therapist, Spine Center Physical Therapy Clinic, UW Hospital and Clinics
- Lori Thein ("tine") Brody, physical therapist and athletic trainer, UW Sports Medicine and Spine Center. Graduate program director, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, UT
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Saturday
3/16/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Straw Bale Gardening
Looking for a low-maintenance way to grow bountiful vegetables? On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns about the Straw Bale gardening method.
Guest: Joel Karsten, author, "Straw Bale Gardens: The Breakthrough Method for Growing Vegetables Anywhere, Earlier and with No Weeding"
Straw Bale Gardens: The Breakthrough Method for Gr...
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Friday
3/15/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Straw Bale Gardening
Looking for a low-maintenance way to grow bountiful vegetables? On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns about the straw bale gardening method.
Guest: Joel Karsten, author, "Straw Bale Gardens: The Breakthrough Method for Growing Vegetables Anywhere, Earlier and with No Weeding"
Straw Bale Gardens: The Breakthrough Method for Gr...
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Thursday
3/14/2013
11:00 AM
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Home Improvement and Repair
With a beautiful old home, you want to preserve historical details and features. Larry Meiller finds out how to do that, while also updating and improving older homes to improve comfort, energy efficiency and durability.
Guests:
- Chad Speight ("SPATE"), Chad's Carpentry, Madison
- Sam Breidenbach ("BREYE-den-bahk"), TDS Custom Construction
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Wednesday
3/13/2013
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Citizen Monitoring of Wildlife and Water
There are many ways that individuals can help protect our environment. Larry Meiller learns how to get involved with citizen monitoring of our wildlife and water.
Guests:
- Owen Boyle, Coordinator, Citizen-based Monitoring, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Kris Stepenuck ("Step-in-OOK"), Water Action Volunteer Coordinator, UW Extension/Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wednesday
3/13/2013
11:45 AM
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Natural Resources Foundation of WI field trips
Getting out in nature and up close with our wildlife can really encourage stewardship of the environment. Larry Meiller finds out what field trip opportunities the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin are offering this year.
Guests:
- Ruth Oppedahl ("OH-peh-dahl"), Executive Director, Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin
- Maria Sadowski ("sah-DOW-skee"), Director of Communications, Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin
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Tuesday
3/12/2013
11:00 AM
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Keeping our pets happy and healthy
Pet owners want to do the best they can for the animals in their lives. Larry Meiller finds out if pet restraints really work, what top poisoning risks are for dogs, and how serious the pet obesity epidemic is.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
3/11/2013
11:00 AM
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Tax Preparation: Dale Kunin CPA
Tax Day is just about a month away. Larry Meiller learns who can be counted as a dependent, and for how long, plus when a married couple should file jointly, or not.
Guest: Dale Kunin ("CUE-nin"), CPA.CITP, Partner, Wegner LLP, CPAs & Consultants, Madison
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Saturday
3/9/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
It's a great time to think about what you want to grow this year. On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to choose and start seeds, what plants are good for companion crops, and more.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, Dane County Extension Horticulture Educator
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Friday
3/8/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
It's a great time to think about what you want to grow this year. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how to choose and start seeds, what plants are good for companion crops, and more.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, Dane County Extension Horticulture Educator
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Thursday
3/7/2013
11:00 AM
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Consumer protection and Top Ten Complaints
Wonder what the Top Ten Consumer Complaints of 2012 were? Larry Meiller finds out, plus current scams to watch out for.
Guests:
- Sandy Chalmers, Administrator, Division of Trade and Consumer Protection, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
- Michelle Reinen ("RYE-nen"), Director, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wednesday
3/6/2013
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin wildlife update: David Drake, Jamie Na...
Days are getting longer, and temperatures are slowly climbing as well. Human beings are noticing the change in the season, as is Wisconsin's wildlife. Larry Meiller's guests describe and explain all the activity. Plus, a wildlife quiz to challenge your knowledge!
Guests:
- David Drake, Assistant Professor of Forest and Wildlife Ecology, UW-Madison, UW Extension Wildlife Specialist
- Jamie Nack, Wildlife Outreach Specialist, Forest and Wildlife Ecology, UW-Madison
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Tuesday
3/5/2013
11:00 AM
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Groundwater Awareness Week
Groundwater Awareness Week is coming up. Larry Meiller learns how we can protect this valuable resource, how to avoid contamination of our wells, and what types of inspections are important to do regularly.
Guests:
- Stephen Ales ("AL-iss"), Section Chief for Private Water Supply, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Kevin Masarik ("mas-SAR-ick"), Outreach Specialist, Center for Watershed Science and Education, UW-Stevens Point
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Tuesday
3/5/2013
11:45 AM
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"Life, Death, and Archaeology at Fort Blue Mound...
Larry Meiller learns about an intriguing chapter of Wisconsin history. It focuses on an archeological mystery from the period of the Black Hawk War.
Guest: Robert Birmingham, former Wisconsin State Archaeologist at the Wisconsin Historical Society, instructor, University of Wisconsin-Waukesha, author, most recently of "Life, Death, and Archaeology at Fort Blue Mounds: A Settlers' Fortification of the Black Hawk War"
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Monday
3/4/2013
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice with Peter Greene
Many of us rely on computers both at home and at work. Larry Meiller gets advice on how to avoid infection by a computer virus. Plus, this month's list of useful websites.
Guest: Peter Greene, Computer Consultant, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
3/2/2013
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Jeff Epping
There's plenty of work to do in the garden before the soil warms up. On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out when, how, and how much to prune, plus how to identify lingering effects from the drought.
Guest: Jeff Epping, Director of Horticulture, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison
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Friday
3/1/2013
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Jeff Epping
There's plenty of work to do in the garden before the soil warms up. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out how, when, and how much to prune, plus how to identify lingering effects from the drought.
Guest: Jeff Epping, Director of Horticulture, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison
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Thursday
2/28/2013
11:00 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
Whether it's to defeat cabin fever, or to take advantage of school spring break, travel might be in your near future! Larry Meiller finds out to get the best fare possible. Plus, what the recent mega-merger means for airline customers.
Guest: Rick Seaney ("SEE-nee"), CEO and co-founder, FareCompare.com
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Thursday
2/28/2013
11:45 AM
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"Second-Act Careers," Nancy Collamer
Retirement may be the end of one phase of your work life, but it can also be the start of a new and exciting one! Larry Meiller finds out your job in semi-retirement can be one that really draws on your deep passions and interests.
Guest: Nancy Collamer, MS, is a career coach, author, and speaker specializing in helping people create lifestyle-friendly careers. She is the author of "Second-Act Careers: 50+ Ways to Profit from Your Passions During Semi-Retirement"
Second-Act Careers: 50+ Ways to Profit from Your P...
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Tuesday
2/26/2013
11:00 AM
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Preview of Canoecopia with Darren Bush
Spring isn't as far off as it may seem! Larry Meiller gets a preview of the upcoming"Canoecopia" (cuh-NEW-KO-pee-yah) event, the world's largest Paddlesport Expo.
Guest: Darren Bush, "Chief Paddling Evangelist," and Owner of Rutabaga Paddlesports
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Tuesday
2/26/2013
11:45 AM
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"It's Not You, It's Brie," Kirstin Jackson
Other countries may claim to be the royalty of cheese, but there is a lot for us to be proud of in the United States. Larry Meiller visits with the author of "It's Not You, It's Brie: Unwrapping America's Unique Culture of Cheese."
Guest: Kirstin ("KEER-sten") Jackson, cheese and wine writer, consultant, and educator, contributor to Los Angeles Times, Kinfolk, Edible East Bay and NPR's Kitchen Window, author, "It's Not You, It's Brie: Unwrapping America's Unique Culture of Cheese"
It's Not You, It's Brie: Unwrapping America's Uniq...
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Monday
2/25/2013
11:00 AM
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Stargazing with Paul Kinzer
Meteors and asteroids have drawn our attention skyward recently. Larry Meiller learns the difference between the two, and what is visible in the night skies now and in the next few weeks.
Guest: Paul Kinzer, author, "Stargazing Basics: Getting Started in Recreational Astronomy," Member, La Crosse Area Astronomy Club
Stargazing Basics: Getting Started in Recreational...
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Monday
2/25/2013
11:45 AM
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Weather Update with The UW Weather Guys
Larry Meiller visits with the UW Weather Guys. They discuss what this week's winter storm may bring, plus new research on climate change.
Guests:
- Steve Ackerman, director, Cooperative Institute for Meteorological Satellite Studies, UW-Madison and professor of atmospheric sciences
- Jon Martin, professor and chair of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, UW-Madison
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Saturday
2/23/2013
7:00 AM
130222F
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Garden Talk: "Starting Seeds," Barbara Ellis
It's time for an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Learn how to successfully start vegetables and herbs from seed. Plus, advice on how to get the most out of your garden this year.
Guest: Barbara Ellis, author, "Starting Seeds: How to Grow Healthy, Productive Vegetables, Herbs, and Flowers from Seed"
Starting Seeds: How to Grow Healthy, Productive Ve...
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Friday
2/22/2013
11:00 AM
130222F
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Garden Talk: "Starting Seeds," Barbara Ellis
It's time for another edition of Garden Talk. Larry Meiller learns how to successfully start vegetables and herbs from seed. Tune in for advice on how to get the most out of your garden this year!
Guest: Barbara Ellis, author, "Starting Seeds: How to Grow Healthy, Productive Vegetables, Herbs, and Flowers from Seed"
Starting Seeds: How to Grow Healthy, Productive Ve...
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Thursday
2/21/2013
11:00 AM
130221F
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"DIY Projects for the Self-Sufficient Homeowner"
You don't have to be a master carpenter to take on a variety of D-I-Y tasks at home. Larry Meiller learns how we can all become more self-sufficient homeowners.
Guest: Betsy Matheson Symanietz ("seye-MAYN-ee-ets"), author, "DIY Projects for the Self-Sufficient Homeowner: 25 Ways to Build a Self-Reliant Lifestyle"
DIY Projects for the Self-Sufficient Homeowner: 25...
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