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Monday
11/12/2012
11:00 AM
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Beaujolias Noveau and holiday wines
Mid-November means it's time for the new release of Beaujolais Nouveau ("boh-joh-LAY new-VOH") wine. Larry Meiller finds out why this wine is better young than aged. Plus, ideas for wines to accompany holiday meals.
Guest: Philippe Coquard ("fee-LEEP ko-KAR"), winemaker, Wollersheim Winery
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Monday
11/12/2012
11:45 AM
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The World of Mead with Colleen Bos.
Craft wines and beers are well known, but what about mead? Larry Meiller visits with the owner of Wisconsin's first meadery and learns about the fermented honey beverage.
Guest: Colleen Bos, owner and founder of Bos Meadery in Madison, a former medievalist and long-time homebrewer
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Saturday
11/10/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Bruce Allison
On an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller, trees can be a wonderful focal point in a landscape, but what special care do they need, and how can you recognize pest and disease problems? Larry Meiller finds out what impact the drought had, too.
Guest: Bruce Allison, Adjunct Professor of Forest and Wildlife Ecology,
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, UW-Madison. Certified arborist
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Friday
11/9/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Bruce Allison
Today on Garden Talk, trees can be a wonderful focal point in a landscape, but what special care do they need, and how can we recognize pest or disease problems? Larry Meiller finds out what impact the drought had, too.
Guest: Bruce Allison, Adjunct Professor of Forest and Wildlife Ecology,
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, UW-Madison. Certified arborist
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Thursday
11/8/2012
11:00 AM
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Energy Effiecient Home Repair and Improvement
Larry Meiller talks about home repair and improvement, with a special focus on choosing and installing the right windows for your needs.
Guests:
- Chad Speight ("SPATE"), Chad's Carpentry, Madison
- Chas ("CHAZ") Vaughn, Project Manager, Window Design Center, Madison
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Wednesday
11/7/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Wildlife Update with Scott Craven
Fall is a busy time for Wisconsin's wildlife. Larry Meiller finds out what we should watch for, and how we can support animals and birds in this time of transition. Plus, how to keep unwanted critters out of our homes!
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
11/6/2012
11:00 AM
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"Letters Home to Sarah," Kevin & Patsy Alderson
When people think of the Civil War, they don't necessarily think of Wisconsin's participation. Larry Meiller discusses letters written home by a Wisconsin soldier.
Guests: Kevin and Patsy Alderson, editors, "Letters Home to Sarah: The Civil War Letters of Guy C. Taylor, Thirty-Sixth Wisconsin Volunteers"
 Letters Home to Sarah: The Civil War Letters of Gu...
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Tuesday
11/6/2012
11:45 AM
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Wisconsin Cheese Originals annual festival
Cheese is a wonderful and delicious part of Wisconsin's culinary culture. Larry Meiller gets a preview of the upcoming Wisconsin Cheese Originals annual festival.
Guest: Jeanne ("Jean-ee") Carpenter, executive director, Wisconsin Cheese Originals
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Monday
11/5/2012
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice with Peter Greene
Computers are part of our everyday lives. Larry Meiller gets advice on keeping our machines working well, plus, what the reviews are on the new Windows 8 operating system. And this month's list of useful websites.
Guest: Peter Greene, computer consultant, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
11/3/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Herbs with Marge Snyder
Join Larry Meiller for another edition of Garden Talk. Today, learn how to grow and use fresh herbs, and get details of an upcoming herb fair.
Guest: Marge Snyder, Madison Herb Society.
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Friday
11/2/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Herbs with Marge Snyder
Join Larry Meiller for another edition of Garden Talk. Today, learn how to grow and use fresh herbs, and details of an upcoming herb fair.
Guest: Marge Snyder, Madison Herb Society.
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Thursday
11/1/2012
11:00 AM
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Appraisals and Collectibles with Shirley Baumann
Wonder what your collectibles may be worth? Want to clean out the attic and aren't sure what to sell, keep, or toss? Larry Meiller finds out what the hot trends are in the world of appraisals.
Guest: Shirley Baumann, certified personal property appraiser and registered Wisconsin Auctioneer. Owner, Baumann Auction Services
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Wednesday
10/31/2012
11:00 AM
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Endangered Species Act: Whooping Cranes
Larry Meiller continues a series on the fortieth anniversary of the Endangered Species Act. Whooping cranes are an inspiring story of a return from the brink of extinction that was made possible by strong collaborations and education.
Guests:
- Davin Lopez, conservation biologist and whooping crane coordinator, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Joan Garland, outreach coordinator, International Crane Foundation, Baraboo, WI
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Wednesday
10/31/2012
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Navigating Environmental Attitudes, T. Heberlein
There are many possibilities for how to protect the environment, but which will have the largest impact? Larry Meiller talks with an author that says identifying and working with existing public attitudes toward the environment might be the most important conservation effort of all.
Guest: Thomas Heberlein ("HEB-er-line"), Professor Emeritus, Community and Environmental Sociology, UW-Madison, author, "Navigating Environmental Attitudes."
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Tuesday
10/30/2012
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. Plus, what's in store for the annual Christmas Lecture.
Guest: Bassam Shakhashiri ("bah-SAM shah-ka-SHEER-ee"), Professor of Chemistry at the UW-Madison.
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Tuesday
10/30/2012
11:45 AM
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Social Media with Don Stanley
It seems like social media changes even more quickly than other forms of technology. Larry Meiller finds out about how companies determine who is influential on-line, and how to use that in marketing.
Guest: Don Stanley, faculty associate in Life Sciences Communication, owner, 3Rhino Media
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Monday
10/29/2012
11:00 AM
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"The Light Keeper's Legacy" Kathleen Ernst
Larry Meiller talks with the author of a new mystery novel set on Rock Island, a state park off the tip of Door County. It addresses the lives of Nordic settlers and fisherpeople then, and now.
Guest: Kathleen Ernst, author, "The Light Keeper's Legacy" (the third book in the Chloe Ellefson mystery series)
The Light Keeper's Legacy
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Monday
10/29/2012
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 impact Hurricane Sandy may have on the North East coast of the U.S. Plus, how our winter may shape up this year, and whether recent rain has made up for the summer's drought.
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
10/27/2012
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Garden Talk: Hudelson, Friemoth
It's time for an encore edition of Garden Talk. Judith Siers-Poisson learns about what drought stress has meant for damage by disease and pests, and how we can help our plants overwinter successfully. Plus, fall garden clean-up to prevent disease.
Guests:
- Brian Hudelson, Director, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic in the Dept. of Plant Pathology at UW-Madison
- Lis ("liz") Friemoth ("FREE-moth"), provider of concierge horticultural services through her business, The Garden Hoe
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Friday
10/26/2012
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Garden Talk: Hudelson, Friemoth
It's time for Garden Talk! Judith Siers-Poisson learns about what drought stress has meant for damage by disease and pests, and how we can help our plants overwinter successfully. Plus, fall garden clean-up to prevent disease.
Guests:
- Brian Hudelson, Director, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic in the Dept. of Plant Pathology at UW-Madison
- Lis ("liz") Friemoth ("FREE-moth"), provider of concierge horticultural services through her business, The Garden Hoe
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Thursday
10/25/2012
11:00 AM
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Vegan Gluten-Free Baking with Erin McKenna
Just because you need to eliminate certain ingredients from your diet doesn't mean food can't be tasty! Judith Siers-Poisson finds out the secrets to luscious vegan, gluten-free baking.
Guest: Erin McKenna, author, "Babycakes Covers the Classics: Gluten-free Vegan Recipes from Donuts to Snickerdoodles," owner, Babycakes NYC
Babycakes Covers the Classics: Gluten-free Vegan R...
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Thursday
10/25/2012
11:45 AM
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Voluntary Downsizing, Tammy Strobel
Would you consider voluntary downsizing? Could you live with less space, fewer possessions, and be content? Judith Siers-Poisson gets practical tips from someone who did just that, and is very happy that she did.
Guest: Tammy Strobel ("STROH-bell"), author, "You Can Buy Happiness (and It's Cheap): How One Woman Radically Simplified Her Life and How You Can Too," blogger at rowdykittens.com
You Can Buy Happiness (and It's Cheap): How One Wo...
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Wednesday
10/24/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Wildlife Update with David Drake
Fall is a great time to enjoy Wisconsin's wildlife. Larry Meiller gets an update on both the deer and wolf hunts, plus tips on where and how to watch animals and migrating birds.
Guest: David Drake, Assistant Professor of Forest and Wildlife Ecology, UW-Madison, UW Extension Wildlife Specialist
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Tuesday
10/23/2012
11:00 AM
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"Midnight Catch," Norman Gilliland
Larry Meiller visits with a well-known Wisconsin Public Radio personality about his latest novel, Midnight Catch." It's a murder mystery set in Florida during Prohibition.
Guest: Norman Gilliland, Wisconsin Public Radio host of The Midday and Old Time Radio Drama. Author, "Sand Mansions," and most recently, "Midnight Catch"
Sand Mansions
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Tuesday
10/23/2012
11:45 AM
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"The Wild Duck Chase," Martin Smith
Wildlife art might not seem like a dramatic and competitive field. But Larry Meiller finds out about the fascinating story behind the annual competition to choose the art for the federal duck stamp.
Guest: Martin Smith, veteran journalist and magazine editor, author, "The Wild Duck Chase: Inside the Strange and Wonderful World of the Federal Duck Stamp Contest"
The Wild Duck Chase: Inside the Strange and Wonder...
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Monday
10/22/2012
11:00 AM
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Preserving the Oneida Language in Wisconsin
As economically important languages dominate the globe, there are many languages that either are already extinct, or have very few speakers still living. Larry Meiller finds out about the inspiring efforts to preserve the Oneida language in Wisconsin.
Guests:
- Clifford Abbott, Patricia Wood Baer professor at UW-Green Bay, teaching in the Information Sciences, Communication, and First Nations Studies programs. He has worked with the Oneida Nation on language preservation since the 1970s.
- Loretta Metoxen ('meh-TOX-en"), tribal historian for the Oneida Nation, born and raised on the Oneida reservation in Northeast Wisconsin, served in tribal leadership for nearly 30 years.
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Monday
10/22/2012
11:45 AM
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"Tried and True," Chef David Knutson
Larry Meiller welcomes back an audience favorite who has a new cookbook out. It's called "Tried and True: A Collection of Our Favorite Recipes."
Guest: David Knutson (cuh-NOOT-son), former chef's instructor at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College
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Saturday
10/20/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
It's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Get some good guidelines for fall watering. Plus, how to know if the drought caused lasting damage to your garden.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, UW Extension horticulture educator for Dane County
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Friday
10/19/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
It's time for Garden Talk, and today, Larry Meiller learns how to address drought damage to our lawns and woody ornamentals. Plus, upcoming educational opportunities for gardeners.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, UW Extension horticulture educator for Dane County
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Thursday
10/18/2012
11:00 AM
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Consumer Protection
October is Cyber Security Month. Larry Meiller finds out how to protect personal information on-line.
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
10/17/2012
11:00 AM
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The Treasure of Public Lands
Public lands are a real treasure. Larry Meiller visits with an award-winning author and documentary film producer who will give the inaugural Jordahl Public Lands Lecture at UW-Madison.
Guests:
- Dayton Duncan, writer and producer of The National Parks: America's Best Idea and other Ken Burns documentaries
- Steve Born, emeritus professor of urban and regional planning and environmental studies, UW-Madison
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Wednesday
10/17/2012
11:45 AM
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Wisconsin Wetlands update
Wisconsin's wetlands are such an important part of our state's environment. Larry Meiller talks with folks from the Wisconsin Wetlands Association about current issues facing our wetlands, and the work to protect them. Wild rice restoration is a special focus of the discussion.
Guests:
- Katie Beilfuss ("BELL-fuss"), Outreach Programs Director, Wisconsin Wetlands Association
- Peter David, Biologist, Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission, 2012 Wetlands Award winner
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Tuesday
10/16/2012
11:00 AM
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Insect update with Phil Pellitteri
Like birds, people, and other mammals, insects are in high gear to get ready for winter. Larry Meiller learns how to keep a variety of fall insect invaders from moving into our homes.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist, director, UW Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Monday
10/15/2012
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
Larry Meiller finds out how to avoid injury as we rake those autumn leaves. Plus, how to successfully move your exercise indoors.
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
- 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
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Saturday
10/13/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Tovah Martin
With our gardens winding down, it's a great time to turn our attention to our houseplants. On an encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller talks with the author of "The Unexpected Houseplant: 220 Extraordinary Choices for Every Spot in Your Home." He gets recommendations to brighten your home in every season, and how to care for them.
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
10/12/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Tovah Martin
With our gardens winding down, it's a great time to turn our attention to our houseplants. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller talks with the author of "The Unexpected Houseplant: 220 Extraordinary Choices for Every Spot in Your Home." He gets recommendations to brighten your home in every season, and how to care for them.
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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Wednesday
10/10/2012
11:00 AM
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"Birdscaping in the Midwest," Mariette Nowak
Many of us enjoy watching birds, and it's such a treat when they visit our gardens. Larry Meiller learns how to landscape with native plants in order to attract those winged visitors.
Guest: Mariette Nowak ("NOH-wock"), active leader and volunteer for Wild Ones: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes and Lakeland Audubon Society, author, "Birdscaping in the Midwest: A Guide to Gardening with Native Plants to Attract Birds"
Birdscaping in the Midwest: A Guide to Gardening w...
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Tuesday
10/9/2012
11:00 AM
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Keeping our pets happy and healthy
Pets are an important part of our families. Larry Meiller finds out how to choose a pet insurance company, recent recalls of pet treats, and an innovative new pet door!
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
10/8/2012
11:00 AM
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"Make the Bread, Buy the Butter," Jennifer Reese
Some foods are so easy to make from scratch, while others are a lot more trouble than they're worth! Larry Meiller finds out which are which when he talks with the author of "Make the Bread, Buy the Butter: What You Should and Shouldn't Cook from Scratch -- Over 120 Recipes for the Best Homemade Foods."
Guest: Jennifer Reese, journalist, blogger at tipsybaker.com, author, "Make the Bread, Buy the Butter: What You Should and Shouldn't Cook from Scratch -- Over 120 Recipes for the Best Homemade Foods."
Make the Bread, Buy the Butter: What You Should an...
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Saturday
10/6/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns what we can do to get our lawns and gardens in the best condition possible before winter's arrival.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Friday
10/5/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns what we can do to get our lawns and gardens in the best condition possible before winter's arrival.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Thursday
10/4/2012
11:00 AM
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"Let's Bring Back: The Cocktail Edition"
Craft cocktails are all the rage right now. Larry Meiller enjoys a fun visit with the author of a hip and delicious cocktail "cookbook."
Guest: Lesley Blume, author, "Let's Bring Back: The Cocktail Edition, A Compendium of Impish, Romantic, Amusing, and Occasionally Appalling Potations from Bygone Eras"
Let's Bring Back: The Cocktail Edition, A Compendi...
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Wednesday
10/3/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Wildlife Updat with Scott Craven
Fall is a busy time for Wisconsin's wildlife. Larry Meiller finds out what we should watch for, and how we can support animals and birds in this time of transition.
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
10/2/2012
11:00 AM
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"Cooking Up the Good Life," Jenny Breen
When the weather turns chilly, many of us crave comfort foods. Larry Meiller talks with the author of a cookbook that features healthy and delicious recipes for fall, and throughout the year, that use seasonal ingredients of the upper Midwest.
Guest: Jenny Breen, author, "Cooking Up the Good Life: Creative Recipes for the Family Table"
Cooking Up the Good Life: Creative Recipes for the...
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Monday
10/1/2012
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice with Peter Greene
With smartphones and tablets, is the personal computer on a steady decline? Larry Meiller finds out, plus what's on this month's Top Ten List of useful web sites.
Guest: Peter Greene, computer consultant, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
9/29/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Patti Nagai
On this encore edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out what we should plan on for fall garden chores, plus what the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer means for our ash trees.
Guest: Patti Nagai ("nah-GEYE"), UW Extension horticulture educator, Racine County
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Friday
9/28/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Patti Nagai
On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller finds out what we should plan on for fall garden chores, plus, the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer, and what it means for our ash trees.
Guest: Patti Nagai ("nah-GEYE"), UW Extension horticulture educator, Racine County
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Thursday
9/27/2012
11:00 AM
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Fall Foraging in Wisconsin
While our gardens may be winding down, there is still a bounty of foods to forage! Larry Meiller finds out about harvesting wild rice and more.
Guest: Sam Thayer (THAY-er), an expert in edible plants; a maple-syrup producer, wild rice harvester and organic orchard owner; author, "The Forager's Harvest: A Guide to Identifying, Harvesting and Preparing Edible Wild Plants," and "Nature's Garden."
The Forager's Harvest: A Guide to Identifying, Har...
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Thursday
9/27/2012
11:45 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
Many of us hop on a plane to see family over Thanksgiving. Larry Meiller finds out what the best strategy is to get a decent fare and good connections. Plus, reasons to get to the airport early for flights this fall.
Guest: Rick Seaney ("SEE-nee"), CEO and co-founder, FareCompare.com
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Wednesday
9/26/2012
11:00 AM
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Endangered Species Act: State Natural Areas
We continue our series of programs marking the 40th anniversary of passage of the Endangered Species Act. Larry Meiller learns about what role the state's natural areas play in protecting and supporting our endangered species.
Guest: Thomas Meyer, Natural Areas Conservation Biologist, Endangered Resources, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wednesday
9/26/2012
11:45 AM
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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
The Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center is a tremendous resource for cross-discipline collaboration. Larry Meiller finds out what they've accomplished in the past five years, and what opportunities lie ahead. Plus, information on an upcoming conference.
Guests:
- John Greenler, director, Education and Outreach Program, Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC)
- Tim Donohue, Professor of Bacteriology, UW-Madison, Director, Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC)
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Tuesday
9/25/2012
11:00 AM
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Preserving garden-fresh meals, Roger Reynolds
A lot of gardens are starting to wind down, but we want to enjoy the bounty for as long as we can. Larry Meiller finds out the best ways to preserve foods so we can eat healthy and delicious meals from the garden all year.
Guest: Roger Reynolds, consultant for sustainable landscape design with Infiltrating Landscapes
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Tuesday
9/25/2012
11:45 AM
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Autoimmune Diseases with Dr. Daniel Muller
Autoimmune diseases include a variety of conditions like lupus, celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, Lou Gehrig's disease, type one diabetes and more. Larry Meiller finds out what causes them, and what hope there is for those suffering from them.
Guest: Dr. Daniel Muller, Associate Professor of Rheumatology, School of Medicine and Public Health, UW-Madison
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Monday
9/24/2012
11:00 AM
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Health Impacts of Lack of Exercise
Recent studies indicate that lack of exercise is a serious health concern, and can be worse for us than smoking. Larry Meiller finds out what that means for us.
Guest: Ann M. Swartz, PhD, Associate Professor and Director, MS Kinesiology Program, Department of Kinesiology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
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Monday
9/24/2012
11:45 AM
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Weather Update with The UW Weather Guys
Larry Meiller visits with the UW Weather Guys. They share what climate issues are happening, what the hurricane season and fall forecasts are looking like, plus the new Farmers' Almanac.
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
9/22/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Doug Soldat
This summer's drought really took a toll on lawns throughout the state. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns what we can do this fall to help our turfgrass recover.
Doug Soldat ("SOHL-dat"), Associate Professor and UW-Extension Specialist, Department of Soil Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Friday
9/21/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Doug Soldat
This summer's drought really took a toll on lawns throughout the state. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns what we can do this fall to help our turfgrass recover.
Doug Soldat ("SOHL-dat"), Associate Professor and UW-Extension Specialist, Department of Soil Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Thursday
9/20/2012
11:00 AM
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Enjoying wine with Jessica Bell
Fall often means comfort food. Larry Meiller learns what wines are a good match for hearty dishes.
Guest: Jessica Bell, Founder and CEO, My Wine School, based in Chicago and Milwaukee
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Thursday
9/20/2012
11:45 AM
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Getting the most out of your Mac computers
Apple just released the iPhone 5. Larry Meiller finds out what the reviews are, and how it differs from the 4GS. Plus, troubleshooting for Mac computers and other gadgets.
Guest: Joe Rhodes, independent Macintosh computer support specialist
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Wednesday
9/19/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin wildlife update: David Drake, Jamie Na...
With shortening days and cooler temperatures, animals are busy with their pre-winter preparations. Larry Meiller's guests describe and explain all the activity.
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
9/18/2012
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
9/18/2012
11:45 AM
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Taking care of your skin: Dr. Dick Neils
There are a lot of items on our back-to-school checklists. But what about skin care? Larry Meiller learns about common skin problems for youth, and how to treat them.
Guest: Dr. Dick Neils, ("niles"), dermatologist, practicing in Watertown and Oconomowoc
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Monday
9/17/2012
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice for Sports Conditioning
Larry Meiller learns how to stay injury-free during fall 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
9/15/2012
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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 gardening conference.
Guest: Molly Fifield ("FEYE-field") Murray, Outreach Programs Manager, UW Arboretum
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Friday
9/14/2012
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Garden Talk: Molly Fifield Murray
Native plants are one key to a healthy and sustainable garden. On Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns how to plan and implement a successful ecosystem. Plus, information about an upcoming native gardening conference.
Guest: Molly Fifield ("FEYE-field") Murray, Outreach Programs Manager, UW Arboretum
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Thursday
9/13/2012
11:00 AM
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Home Improvement and Repair
Mold can be a serious issue in the home. Larry Meiller finds out how to prevent mold and what to do if it's detected. Plus, cooler weather is on it's way. He'll learn what steps to take before firing up the furnace for the first time of the season.
Guests:
- Chad Speight ("SPATE"), Chad's Carpentry, Madison
- John Viner, Senior Project Manager, Energy Center of Wisconsin
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Wednesday
9/12/2012
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
Insects are all around us, and can do a lot of important work, but a lot of damage as well. Larry Meiller finds out about the fruit fly infestation plaguing the state, as well as what butterfly has made its first appearance in our state.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist, director, UW Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Tuesday
9/11/2012
11:00 AM
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Keeping our pets happy and healthy
Larry Meiller learns why it's important to vaccinate for rabies, even if your pet stays indoors. Plus, how to tell if your pet is right- or left-pawed!
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
9/10/2012
11:00 AM
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Fall paddling
Even if it's feeling like fall, there is still plenty of paddling to do. Larry Meiller finds out what some good fall options are, as well as what maintenance we should do on our canoes and kayaks before winter.
Guest: Darren Bush, owner and chief paddling evangelist, Rutabaga Paddlesports
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Monday
9/10/2012
11:45 AM
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"Just Ride," Grant Petersen
Biking is not only great for our health, but to reduce our carbon footprint, too. Larry Meiller finds out how to keep our bikes running well, and what the many benefits of biking can be.
Guest: Grant Petersen, owner, Rivendell Bicycle Works in Walnut Creek, CA, author, "Just Ride: A Radically Practical Guide to Riding Your Bike"
Just Ride: A Radically Practical Guide to Riding Y...
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Saturday
9/8/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Strader & Cain, Community GroundWor...
On an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller, the joys of growing vegetables. Learn how to make the most of your veggie patch, whether it's just a few pots, or a few acres.
Guests:
- Claire Strader ("STRAY-der"), farm director, Community GroundWorks and Troy Gardens, Madison
- Megan Cain, Madison FarmWorks manager, Community GroundWorks and Troy Gardens, Madison
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Friday
9/7/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Strader & Cain, Community GroundWor...
Vegetables are a joy to grow. On this edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns how to make the most of our veggie patch, whether it's a couple pots, or a few acres.
Guests:
- Claire Strader ("STRAY-der"), farm director, Community GroundWorks and Troy Gardens, Madison
- Megan Cain, Madison FarmWorks manager, Community GroundWorks and Troy Gardens, Madison
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Thursday
9/6/2012
11:00 AM
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Computer Advice with Peter Greene
Larry Meiller learns what kind of personal information is widely available on the Web, and how it gets there. Plus, this month's top ten list of useful web sites.
Guest: Peter Greene, computer consultant, InfoStar.com
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Wednesday
9/5/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Wildlife Update with Scott Craven
Larry Meiller finds out what is going on with our Wisconsin wildlife. The change of seasons means lots of preparations by our birds, mammals, and insects.
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
9/4/2012
11:00 AM
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Sheep and Wool Festival
Larry Meiller finds out about the upcoming Wisconsin Sheep and Wool Festival. We'll learn about which breeds of sheep produce the best wool for use on fiber arts, why wool is such a versatile material, and more!
Guests:
- Ray Antoniewicz ("an-ton-AY-vich"), sheep farmer and owner of A to Z Farm in Oregon, WI
- Suellen Tomson-Link, Kinkoona Farm in Brodhead, WI
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Tuesday
9/4/2012
11:45 AM
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Quilt Expo preview with Nancy Zieman
Meiller talks with the host of Wisconsin Public Television's "Sewing with Nancy" about the upcoming WPT Quilt Expo, and the thirtieth anniversary of the show.
Guest: Nancy Zieman ("ZEE-man"), host, "Sewing with Nancy"
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Monday
9/3/2012
11:00 AM
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Birdwatching Tips and Migration Updates
Larry Meiller gets an update on the start of the fall migration, and how this summer's drought affected our birds. Plus, hints about how to look for fall migrant songbirds, and how to watch shorebirds and waterfowl in fall.
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
9/1/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Hudelson, Friemoth
It's time for an encore edition of Garden Talk. Larry Meiller learns about what drought stress has meant for damage by disease and pests, and how we can help our plants.
Guests:
- Brian Hudelson, Director, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic in the Dept. of Plant Pathology at UW-Madison
- Lis ("liz") Friemoth ("FREE-moth"), provider of concierge horticultural services through her business, The Garden Hoe
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Friday
8/31/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Hudelson, Friemoth
It's time for Garden Talk! Larry Meiller learns about what drought stress has meant for damage by disease and pests, and how we can help our plants.
Guests:
- Brian Hudelson, Director, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic in the Dept. of Plant Pathology at UW-Madison
- Lis ("liz") Friemoth ("FREE-moth"), provider of concierge horticultural services through her business, The Garden Hoe
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Thursday
8/30/2012
11:00 AM
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Consumer Protection Issues
Even when you're careful, scams and bad commercial interactions can happen. Larry Meiller learns how to protect ourselves, and our children, from identity theft and other scams during the back to school season.
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
8/29/2012
11:00 AM
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Endangered Species Act: Mussels
Larry Meiller learns about native mussels in Wisconsin, the threats they face, and what we can do to help preserve their habitats. This program is part of our year-long series on the fortieth anniversary of passage of the Endangered Species Act.
Guest: Lisie ("LEE -see") Kitchel, conservation biologist, Bureau of Endangered Resources, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wednesday
8/29/2012
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"The Treasure of Namakagon," Jim Brakken
There are many legends and stories that surround Wisconsin's up north lumberjack history. Larry Meiller hears about a new novel that weaves them in.
Guest: Jim Brakken ("BRACK-en"), conservationist and educator, author of the novel "The Treasure of Namakagon," born and raised not far from the Namekagon River in Cable, WI
The Treasure of Namakagon
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Tuesday
8/28/2012
11:00 AM
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Summer 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 Labor 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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Tuesday
8/28/2012
11:45 AM
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"Why Not Wisconsin?," Matt LePay
Larry Meiller enjoys reflections on the most successful era in more than a century of Wisconsin athletics. They make up a new book by a Badgers play-by-play announcer.
Guest: Matt LePay, college sports commentator, calling since 1988 for UW Badger men's basketball and 1994 for UW Badger football, co-author, "Why Not Wisconsin? : From Barry to Bo: Broadcasting the Badgers from the Best Seat in the House"
Why Not Wisconsin? : From Barry to Bo: Broadcastin...
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Monday
8/27/2012
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Dr. John Kuo on brain tumors
Brain tumors are often deadly, and some types have long been considered untreatable. But new research done at the University of Wisconsin offers some hope. Rob Ferrett sits in for Larry Meiller and finds out what the results might mean for future treatment, and what we should all know about brain tumors.
Guest: Dr. John Kuo ("KWOH"), assistant professor of Neurological Surgery and Human Oncology at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. He's also the Director of the Comprehensive Brain Tumor Program at UW Hospital and Chair of the Brain Tumor Group at Carbone Cancer Center.
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Monday
8/27/2012
11:45 AM
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Weather Update with The UW Weather Guys
Rob Ferrett sits in for Larry Meiller and visits with the UW Weather Guys. They share how the summer shaped up in climate terms. Plus, what the hurricane season might bring this year.
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
8/25/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
It's time for an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Find out what should be on your late summer garden to-do list. Plus, what damage has been done by the drought, and by pests like the Emerald Ash Borer.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, UW Extension horticulture educator for Dane County
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Friday
8/24/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
It's time for Garden Talk, and Larry Meiller finds out what should be on our late summer garden to-do list. Plus, what damage has been done by the drought, and by pests like the Emerald Ash Borer.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, UW Extension horticulture educator for Dane County
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Thursday
8/23/2012
11:00 AM
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Animal Behavior with Patricia McConnell
We hear the phrase "positive reinforcement" used a lot. But what does it really mean? Larry Meiller finds out, and how it can be used effectively to alter animal behavior.
Guest: Patricia McConnell, PhD, Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, author, trainer, and speaker
The Puppy Primer
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Wednesday
8/22/2012
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"Air," William Bryant Logan
Larry Meiller visits with a naturalist and author who has written a fascinating book about air, and why we should protect and treasure it fiercely.
Guest: William Bryant Logan, certified arborist and president of Urban Arborists, Inc., a Brooklyn-based tree company, author of "Oak: The Frame of Civilization," "Dirt: The Ecstatic Skin of the Earth," and most recently, "Air: The Restless Shaper of the World."
Oak: The Frame of Civilization
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Wednesday
8/22/2012
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"Visiting Tom," Michael Perry
Larry Meiller visits with farmer-philosopher Michael Perry to talk about life, farming, and the characters that he encounters.
Guest: Michael Perry, musician, host of Tent Show Radio, and author of several books, most recently, "Visiting Tom: A Man, a Highway, and the Road to Roughneck Grace"
Visiting Tom: A Man, a Highway, and the Road to Ro...
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Tuesday
8/21/2012
11:00 AM
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Recent Oneota Archeological Finds
A recent archaeological find near La Crosse produced a large amount of material dating from the Oneota (oh-nee-OH-ta") civilization. Larry Meiller finds out about what was found, and what it tells us.
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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Tuesday
8/21/2012
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. Larry Meiller talks with the co-author of the memoir of one of the last living code talkers, Chester Nez.
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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Monday
8/20/2012
11:00 AM
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Health Implicaitons of Cataracts
Cataracts are well-known to impede vision. But Larry Meiller finds out about a link to hip fractures, too.
Guest: Dr Daniel Knoch ("ka-KNOCK"), assistant professor of ophthalmology and visual sciences, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
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Monday
8/20/2012
11:45 AM
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Reducing the Risk of Stroke
Many people have been touched by stroke, either through their own experience, or that of a loved one. While there are limited options for treatment, there are a lot of ways to reduce our risk. Larry Meiller finds out how.
Guest: Dr Matthew Jensen, assistant professor of neurology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, part of the UW Health Comprehensive Stroke Program.
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Saturday
8/18/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
It's another encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. While no plants have emerged from the drought completely unscathed, native plants have fared better than most. Larry and his guest discuss the advantages of incorporating native plants in your yard and garden, and how to choose the best varieties for your conditions.
Guest: Neil Diboll ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Friday
8/17/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
It's another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. While no plants have emerged from the drought completely unscathed, native plants have fared better than most. Larry and his guest discuss the advantages of incorporating native plants in your yard and garden, and how to choose the best varieties for your conditions.
Guest: Neil Diboll ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Thursday
8/16/2012
11:00 AM
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Digital Photogrpahy with Jack Socha
Taking good digital pictures means having lasting memories of important life events. Larry Meiller learns how to take the best close-up photos possible.
Guest: Jack Socha ("SO-sha"), photography instructor. Author, "How To Use The Digital Camera You Just Bought!
How To Use The Digital Camera You Just Bought!
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Thursday
8/16/2012
11:45 AM
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Getting the most out of your Mac computers
Many of us use Apple computers and gadgets for work and play. Larry Meiller finds out how to get the most out them, and what's next to come on the market.
Guest: Joe Rhodes, independent Macintosh computer support specialist
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Wednesday
8/15/2012
11:00 AM
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Pioneers of Ecological Restoration,"Franklin Cou...
The history of the University of Wisconsin Arboretum is a fascinating tale. Larry Meiller learns about the people and events that led to its creation.
Guest: Franklin Court, author, "Pioneers of Ecological Restoration: The People and Legacy of the University of Wisconsin Arboretum"
Pioneers of Ecological Restoration: The People and...
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Wednesday
8/15/2012
11:45 AM
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The Geology of Wisconsin
Larry Meiller learns about the geology of Wisconsin, and how it has shaped our natural and cultural history.
Guest:
Dave Mickelson ("MIKE-el-son") emeritus professor, Geology and Geophysics, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Robert Dott Jr., emeritus professor, Sedimentary Geology, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Tuesday
8/14/2012
11:00 AM
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
Good nutrition is key to a pet's health. Larry Meiller finds out what veterinarians think of raw food diets, and how to best put your pet on a diet. Plus, findings from the newly released State of Pet Health Report 2012.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
8/13/2012
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice for Starting a New Sport
Watching the Olympics can inspire us to try a new sport, or get back into one we used to play. Judith Siers-Poisson finds out how to do that while avoiding injury.
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
8/11/2012
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Garden Talk: Daylilies
They're a lovely addition to any garden. On this encore edition of Garden Talk with Judith Siers-Poisson, find out all about Daylilies, what kind of care they need, and how to incorporate them into your landscape.
Guests:
- Rosemary Kleinheinz, co-chair of the Wisconsin Daylily Society's upcoming sale
- Karen Watson-Newlin, retired art teacher, daylily landscaper, her garden has been named a Display Garden by the American Hemerocallis Society (the national daylily organization)
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Friday
8/10/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Daylilies
Daylilies are a lovely addition to any garden. On Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out what kind of care they need and how to incorporate them into a landscape.
Guests:
- Rosemary Kleinheinz, co-chair of the Wisconsin Daylily Society's upcoming sale
- Karen Watson-Newlin, retired art teacher, daylily landscaper, her garden has been named a Display Garden by the American Hemerocallis Society (the national daylily organization)
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Thursday
8/9/2012
11:00 AM
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Home Repair and Improvement: Adams & Freiburger
Eventually, we'll turn from wanting to keep our homes cool to wanting to heat them. Judith Siers-Poisson finds out what the options are for ground source heat pumps.
Guests:
- Ken Adams, Adams Design Construction in Madison
- John Freiburger, Freiburger and Associates in Fitchburg
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Wednesday
8/8/2012
11:00 AM
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Fisheries management and fish consumption
Fish and fishing are a wonderful part of Wisconsin culture. Larry Meiller welcomes guests to talk both about the management of Wisconsin fisheries, and about the healthiest choices for fish consumption from our state's waters.
Guests:
- Justine Hasz, Supervisor, Fisheries Management, Division of Water, WI Department of Natural Resources
- Candy Schrank, Fish Contaminant and Toxicology Program Coordinator, WI Department of Natural Resources
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Tuesday
8/7/2012
11:00 AM
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Classic WI resorts with Mary Bergin
One of the wonderful parts of Wisconsin's tourism history is the classic, old-time family resorts up north. Larry Meiller hears about those that are still around, and how to enjoy them.
Guest: Mary Bergin, travel author, columnist, "Roads Traveled"
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Tuesday
8/7/2012
11:45 AM
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Building Taliesin," Ron McCrea
Many people know that Taliesin was Frank Lloyd Wright's home and work space for architecture students. But what is less well-known is that the current building is the third incarnation, and the first ended in personal and professional tragedy. Larry Meiller hears the whole story.
Guest: Ron McCrea ("mc-CRAY"), author, "Building Taliesin: Frank Lloyd Wright's Home of Love and Loss"
Building Taliesin: Frank Lloyd Wright's Home of Lo...
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Monday
8/6/2012
11:00 AM
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Personal computer advice with Peter Greene
From music to photos, documents to financial information, we rely on computers to save a lot of valuable data. Larry Meiller finds out the best ways to back-up. Plus, this month's Top Ten List of useful web sites.
Guest: Peter Greene, consumer consultant, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
8/4/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Chuck Acker, Orchids
It's time for an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Learn all about raising orchids.
Guest: Chuck Acker ("AYE-ker"), Orchids Garden Centre & Nursery
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Friday
8/3/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Chuck Acker, Orchids
It's time for another edition of Garden Talk, and Larry Meiller learns all about raising orchids successfully.
Guest: Chuck Acker ("AYE-ker"), Orchids Garden Centre & Nursery
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Thursday
8/2/2012
11:00 AM
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Money and Emotions, Connie Kilmark
We like to think that we make rational financial decisions, but there's more going on than we might want to admit. Larry Meiller learns how emotions and family upbringing can influence our relationship to money.
Guest: Connie Kilmark, founder and principal, counseling and consulting firm Kilmark & Associates.
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Wednesday
8/1/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin WIldlife Update with Scott Craven
Every county in Wisconsin is dealing with severe drought conditions. Larry Meiller finds out what it means for our wildlife. Plus, the fall hunting outlook and the aftermath of the deer czar's report released last month.
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
7/31/2012
11:00 AM
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"Wisconsin Farm Lore," Martin Hintz
Agriculture has been an important part of the Wisconsin story. Larry Meiller learns about some interesting and entertaining aspects of that history.
Guest: Martin Hintz, author, "Wisconsin Farm Lore: Kicking Cows, Giant Pumpkins & Other tales from the Back Forty"
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Tuesday
7/31/2012
11:45 AM
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The truth about sweeteners and our health
There is a lot of confusion about different types of sweeteners, and whether some are better than others from a health perspective. Larry Meiller finds out how to decipher food labels and to make sound decisions.
Guest: Susan Nitzke (NITS-key"), Professor Emerita of Nutritional Sciences, UW-Madison
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Monday
7/30/2012
11:00 AM
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Summer Stargazing with Paul Kinzer
Summer is a great time for stargazing. Larry Meiller finds out what's visible in the night skies, including the upcoming Perseid Meteor Shower.
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
7/30/2012
11:45 AM
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Weather Update and the Work of the NWS
Even with some recent rain, every county in the state is dealing with a severe drought. Larry Meiller finds out what the rest of the summer's looking like, and whether fall will bring any relief. Plus, a discussion of the work of the National Weather Service.
Guests:
- Jon Martin, professor and chair of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, UW-Madison
- Robert McMahon, senior forecaster, National Weather Service in Sullivan
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Saturday
7/28/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
On this encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller, learn how to better tend your garden during the current drought.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Friday
7/27/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
On this edition of Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns how we can better tend our gardens with the current drought conditions.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Thursday
7/26/2012
11:00 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 how techniques like acupuncture, herbs, reiki (RAY-key), and essential oils can be a great complement to traditional veterinary medicine.
Guest: Carrie Donahue, DVM, Kindred Spirits Holistic Veterinary Care
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Thursday
7/26/2012
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Dr. Kurt Sladky: exotic pet health care
There's a lot of variety in types of pets that share our lives. Larry Meiller 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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Wednesday
7/25/2012
11:00 AM
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Endangered Species Act: Karner blue butterfly
As part of our monthly segment on the fortieth anniversary of the Endangered
Species Act, Larry Meiller learns about the status of the Karner blue butterfly in Wisconsin. It's a real success story.
Guests:
- Bob Hess, Karner blue butterfly recovery coordinator, WI Department of Natural Resources, Bureau of Endangered Resources
- Anna Hess, PhD student at Michigan Tech conducting landscape scale research on Karner habitat across the Wisconsin's Karner range, assistant in the Karner blue recovery program if the WI Department of Natural Resources
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Wednesday
7/25/2012
11:45 AM
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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
Larry Meiller talks with representatives from the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center. They'll discuss the relationship between land-use change and bioenergy.
Guests:
- John Greenler, director, Education and Outreach Program, Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
- Holly Gibbs, Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies and Geography, Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment, University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Tuesday
7/24/2012
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
Larry Meiller finds out what's new in the world of Wisconsin's insects. A lot of insects are very active right now, including wasps, bees, cicada killers, and cricket hunters. Plus, what impact the drought is having on our insects.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist, director, UW Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Monday
7/23/2012
11:00 AM
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Consumer Protection Issues
Even when you're careful, scams and bad commercial interactions can happen. Larry Meiller learns how to protect ourselves, and our children, from identity theft and other scams.
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
7/21/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: The Vicars of Vegetables
It's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Find out how to grow the best vegetables. And enjoy some garden-inspired haiku (hy-KOO) poems.
Guests: The Vicars of Vegetables: UW-Madison horticulture professors Jim Nienhuis ("NEE-en-hoose") and Irwin Goldman
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Friday
7/20/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: The Vicars of Vegetables
It's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Find out how to grow the best vegetables. And enjoy some garden-inspired haiku (hy-KOO) poems.
Guests: The Vicars of Vegetables: UW-Madison horticulture professors Jim Nienhuis ("NEE-en-hoose") and Irwin Goldman
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Thursday
7/19/2012
11:00 AM
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Travel Advice from Rick Seaney of FareCompare.co...
Usually there are some good deals to be had for summer airfares, but they seem to be scarce this year. Larry Meiller finds out why.
Guest: Rick Seaney, CEO, www.FareCompare.com
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Thursday
7/19/2012
11:45 AM
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Summer Meal Ideas with Chef Michael Feker
Hot summer days can make cooking feel like a chore. But there are some great options for delicious and healthy summer meals. Larry Meiller learns about some delicious options that go beyond a basic salad.
Guest: Chef Michael Feker ("FECK-er") of Il Mito Enoteca in Wauwatosa.
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Wednesday
7/18/2012
11:00 AM
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"What a Plant Knows: A Field Guide to the Senses...
Judith Siers-Poisson learns about how plants experience the world, from the colors they see, to the aromas they smell and to the sensations they feel.
Guest: Daniel Chamovitz ("SHAM-o-vits"), author, "What a Plant Knows: A Field Guide to the Senses," Director, Manna Center for Plant Biosciences, Tel Aviv University
What a Plant Knows: A Field Guide to the Senses
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Wednesday
7/18/2012
11:45 AM
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"Gifts of the Crow," John Marzluff and Tony Ange...
Judith Siers-Poisson finds out how humans and birds may be more similar than we think.
John Marzluff and Tony Angell, co-authors, "Gifts of the Crow: How Perception, Emotion, and Thought Allow Smart Birds to Behave Like Humans"
Gifts of the Crow: How Perception, Emotion, and Th...
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Tuesday
7/17/2012
11:00 AM
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Appraisals and Collectibles with Shirley Baumann
Wonder what your collectibles may be worth? Want to clean out the attic and aren't sure what to sell, keep, or toss? Judith Siers-Poisson finds out what the hot trends are in the world of appraisals.
Guest: Shirley Baumann, certified personal property appraiser and registered Wisconsin Auctioneer. Owner, Baumann Auction Services
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Monday
7/16/2012
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice for Sports Conditioning
Larry Meiller learns what we need to do to start conditioning our bodies for fall sports. Advice for both children and adults is shared, and tips for staying injury-free.
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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