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Saturday
6/9/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
Even if you don't have acres to cultivate, you can be a successful gardener. On an encore edition of Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson learns how and what to grow in a variety of containers.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Friday
6/8/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
Even if you don't have acres to cultivate, you can be a successful gardener. At eleven on Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson learns how and what to grow in a variety of containers.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Thursday
6/7/2012
11:00 AM
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Consumer protection advice
Consumer scams are proof that if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Judith Siers-Poisson finds out at eleven how to spot potential fraud and protect yourself.
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
6/6/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin wildlife update with Scott Craven
Judith Siers-Poisson focuses on Wisconsin wildlife at eleven. Bat activity, turtle nestings, post-recall election DNR issues, and more will be discussed, as well as wildlife sighting reports from a forestry field camp.
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
6/5/2012
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
At eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out what's new in the world of Wisconsin's insects. Find out about aphids, the arrival of Japanese beetles, and what cutworm eggs on homes up north might mean. Plus, why it's been a good year for butterflies so far.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist, director, UW Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Monday
6/4/2012
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice with Peter Greene
When something goes wrong with our computer, it can be very stressful. At eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson learns how to tell when it's time to push the panic button, or not! Plus, this month's Top Ten List of useful web sites.
Guest: Peter Greene of Infostar.com
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Saturday
6/2/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Doug Soldat
Lawns have a reputation for being very resource-heavy, and hard to grow without a lot of chemicals. On an encore edition of Garden Talk at seven, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out some exciting new ways to have a sustainable, and even organic, lawn.
Guest: Doug Soldat, Assistant Professor, Turfgrass & Urban Soils Specialist, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, UW-Madison
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Friday
6/1/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Doug Soldat
Lawns have a reputation for being very resource-heavy, and hard to grow without a lot of chemicals. At eleven on Garden Talk, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out some exciting new ways to have a sustainable, and even organic, lawn.
Guest: Doug Soldat, Assistant Professor, Turfgrass & Urban Soils Specialist, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, UW-Madison
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Thursday
5/31/2012
11:00 AM
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"The Flavor of Wisconsin for Kids"
Getting kids excited about cooking can start them on a life-long appreciation of good, well-prepared food. At eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson learns ways to get kids involved in the kitchen while also giving them a taste of homemade history!
Guests:
Terese Allen, author of books and articles about Wisconsin's food traditions and culinary culture, including "The Flavor of Wisconsin," the 2012 "Wisconsin Local Foods Journal," and "Cafe Wisconsin Cookbook." Co-author with Bobbie Malone of "The Flavor of Wisconsin for Kids."
- Bobbie Malone, former director, Office of School Services, Wisconsin Historical Society, author and editor of books for young readers including "Wisconsin: Our State, Our Story;" the New Badger History series; and the Badger Biographies series. Co-author with Terese Allen of "The Flavor of Wisconsin for Kids."
 The Flavor of Wisconsin
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Thursday
5/31/2012
11:45 AM
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"Eat More Vegetables," Tricia Cornell
Seasonal produce is wonderful if you know what to do with it. At eleven forty-five, Judith Siers-Poisson learns how to make the most of every season's bounty.
Guest: Tricia Cornell, author, "Eat More Vegetables: Making the Most of Your Seasonal Produce"
Eat More Vegetables: Making the Most of Your Seaso...
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Wednesday
5/30/2012
11:00 AM
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Endangered Species Act: Kirtland's Warblers
We continue our series marking the fortieth anniversary of the Endangered Species Act. This month, our focus is the Kirkland's Warbler. At eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson learns about this endangered bird that returns to Wisconsin in May and set up nesting territory this month.
Guests:
- Kim Grveles ("GREV-ehlz"), avian ecologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Sam Jonas, wildlife technician for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wednesday
5/30/2012
11:45 AM
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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
At eleven forty-five,Judith Siers-Poisson talks with representatives from the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center. They'll discuss current projects to make biogas an energy leader for Wisconsin.
Guests:
- John Greenler, director, Education and Outreach Program, Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
- Gary Radloff, director, Midwest Policy Analysis for the Wisconsin Bioenergy
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Tuesday
5/29/2012
11:00 AM
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Diagnosis and treatment of Allergies
At eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson learns about the diagnosis and treatment of allergies.
Guest: Dr. Mary Morris, Allergy Associates of La Crosse
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Tuesday
5/29/2012
11:45 AM
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The Weather Guys: tornadoes amd more
Tornado season is upon us. At eleven forty-five, Judith Siers-Poisson chats with the UW Weather Guys to find out what might be in store for us. Plus, interesting links between climate change and recent disasters.
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
5/28/2012
11:00 AM
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Birdwatching Tips and Migration Updates
At eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out how the early spring has affected our birds. 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
5/26/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Laura Jull and Brian Hudelson
At seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller. Learn about garden diseases like geranium wilt, and what it means for the growing season.
Guests:
- Laura Jull, Associate Professor of Horticulture, UW-Madison
- Brian Hudelson, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic, UW-Madison
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Friday
5/25/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Laura Jull and Brian Hudelson
At eleven, it's time for Garden Talk. Judith Siers-Poisson learns about garden diseases like geranium wilt, and what it means for our growing season.
Guests:
- Laura Jull, Associate Professor of Horticulture, UW-Madison
- Brian Hudelson, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic, UW-Madison
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Thursday
5/24/2012
11:00 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
Getting away is a favorite summer activity. At eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out about last minute Memorial Day weekend escapes, what the best luggage is for air travel, and how to know if you overpaid for that summer airfare.
Guest: Rick Seaney ("SEE-nee"), CEO, FareCompare.com
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Thursday
5/24/2012
11:45 AM
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"The Plain People," Richard Dawley
There are few communities more insular, or more fascinating, than the Amish. At eleven forty-five, Judith Siers-Poisson learns about their culture and way of life, and how we can interact with them in a respectful way.
Guest: Richard Dawley, author of several books on the Amish, most recently, "The Plain People: Amish, Mennonites, and Hutterites"
The Plain People
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Wednesday
5/23/2012
11:00 AM
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The A, Bee, Cs of Beekeeping
There is more interest than ever in beekeeping since some Wisconsin municipalities have recently approved it for homeowners. Judith Siers-Poisson learns the A, Bee, Cs of beekeeping at eleven.
Guests:
- Jeanne ("Jean") Hansen, member, Dane County Beekeepers Association, trainer on beekeeping techniques
- Tim Fulton, President, Wisconsin Honey Producers Association
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Wednesday
5/23/2012
11:45 AM
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Wisconsin's reptiles and amphibians
At eleven forty-five, Judith Siers-Poisson 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
5/22/2012
11:00 AM
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Mitchell Zuckoff, "Lost in Shangri-La"
After eleven, Larry Meiller welcomes the author of a captivating historical account. It's a gripping real-life suspense tale about a plane crash in the isolated jungles of Dutch New Guinea, the determination of its survivors, and the courage of their rescuers.
Guest: Mitchell Zuckoff ("ZOO-kof"), author of "Lost in Shangri-La: A True Story of Survival, Adventure, and the Most Incredible Rescue Mission of World War II".
(repeat broadcast from June 21, 2011)
Lost in Shangri-La: A True Story of Survival, Adve...
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Tuesday
5/22/2012
11:45 AM
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"Cluck: From Jungle Fowl to City Chicks"
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller talks with the author and the illustrator of a new book about the joys of raising chickens.
Guests:
- Susan Troller, author, "Cluck: From Jungle Fowl to City Chicks"
- Sue Medaris, illustrator.
(repeat broadcast from June 21, 2011)
Cluck: From Jungle Fowl to City Chicks
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Monday
5/21/2012
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice for summer activities
At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out how to comfortably manage summer vacation travel if you live with lower back pain. Plus, how to avoid injury while enjoying summer activities.
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
5/19/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Growing Roses in Cold Climates
On an encore edition of Garden Talk at seven, Larry Meiller learns how to successfully grow roses in our northern climate.
Guests:
- Richard Hass, volunteer coordinator for the Minnesota Rose Society, American Rose Society award winner and judge, coauthor of "Growing Roses in Cold Climates"
- John Whitman, garden writer and photographer, coauthor of "Growing Roses in Cold Climates"
Growing Roses in Cold Climates
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Friday
5/18/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Growing Roses in Cold Climates
On Garden Talk at eleven, Larry Meiller learns how to successfully grow roses in our northern climate.
Guests:
- Richard Hass, volunteer coordinator for the Minnesota Rose Society, American Rose Society award winner and judge, coauthor of "Growing Roses in Cold Climates"
- John Whitman, garden writer and photographer, coauthor of "Growing Roses in Cold Climates"
Growing Roses in Cold Climates
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Thursday
5/17/2012
11:00 AM
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End of Life Care for Pets
Part of being a pet owner is making good end of life care decisions for the animals in our lives. At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out about what resources are available so we can feel confident about our choices.
Guest: Carrie Donahue, DVM, Full Circle In-Home Pet Hospice and Euthanasia
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Thursday
5/17/2012
11:45 AM
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Dr. Kurt Sladky: exotic pet health care
There's a lot of variety in types of pets. Larry Meiller finds out at eleven forty-five 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
5/16/2012
11:00 AM
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Buckshot Anderson, Traveling Trails Less Travele...
Spring, summer, fall, and winter -- there are things to enjoy during every season in Wisconsin. At eleven, Larry Meiller talks with an outdoorsman and guide about his writings that celebrate our state's beauty.
Guest: Leon "Buckshot" Anderson, hunting and fishing guide, Legendary Guide inductee in the Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame, author of columns and books, including, "Traveling Trails Less Traveled"
Last of a Dying Breed
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Wednesday
5/16/2012
11:45 AM
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American Wetlands Month with Katie Beilfuss
May is American Wetlands Month. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about 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
5/15/2012
11:00 AM
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Jobhunting Advice from Paige Goldner
It's the time of year when many new college grads are hoping to find their first professional position. At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out how to put your best foot forward, whether you're looking for a first job out of school, or wanting to advance in your field.
Guest: Guest: Paige Goldner, Managing Director, Executive Search, QTI Professional Staffing
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Tuesday
5/15/2012
11:45 AM
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Kevin Henkes on Children's Literature
At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller talks with a well-loved children's book author and illustrator about his work and career, and what makes for good children's literature.
Guest: Kevin Henkes ("HENK-us"), award-winning author and illustrator of children's books, including "Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse," "Owen," and most recently, "Penny and Her Song"
Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse
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Monday
5/14/2012
11:00 AM
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UW Health Pediatric Fitness Clinic
The UW Health Pediatric Fitness Clinic is featured in the HBO documentary "The Weight of the Nation," which premiers this evening. At eleven -forty-five, Larry Meiller visits with the clinic manager to find out what they do, and what resources are available.
Guest: Randall Clark, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Manager, UW Health Pediatric Fitness Clinic
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Monday
5/14/2012
11:45 AM
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"The Weight of the Nation"
A new HBO documentary premiers tonight, called "The Weight of the Nation." At eleven, Larry Meiller talks to the authors of the companion book about what they found in their research.
Guests:
- Judith Salerno, MD, MS, the Leonard D. Schaeffer Executive Officer of the Institute of Medicine (IOM), the health arm of the National Academy of Sciences, co-author, "The Weight of the Nation: Surprising Lessons About Diets, Food, and Fat from the Extraordinary Series from HBO Documentary Films"
- John Hoffman, co-author, "The Weight of the Nation: Surprising Lessons About Diets, Food, and Fat from the Extraordinary Series from HBO Documentary Films," Executive Producer of HBO's The Weight of the Nation.
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Saturday
5/12/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Bayfield in Bloom
After seven, it's Larry Meiller's tenth anniversary broadcast from "Bayfield in Bloom". Tune in for an 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
5/11/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Bayfield in Bloom
It's Larry Meiller's tenth year broadcasting from Bayfield in Bloom. Tune in at eleven 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
5/10/2012
11:00 AM
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Energy Effiecient Home Repair and Improvement
At eleven, Larry Meiller and his guests talk about home repair and improvement, with an eye toward green and eco-friendly solutions.
Guests:
- Chad Speight ("SPATE"), Chad's Carpentry, Madison
- John Viner, Senior Project Manager, Energy Center of Wisconsin
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Wednesday
5/9/2012
11:00 AM
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Growing grapes with Philippe Coquard
At eleven, Larry Meiller learns what goes into growing the grapes to make the award-winning wines at Wollersheim Winery, which was named 2012 Winery of the Year at the San Diego International Wine Competition.
Guest: Philippe Coquard, ("fee-LEEP ko-KAR"), winemaker, Wollersheim Winery
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Wednesday
5/9/2012
11:45 AM
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"How to Be a Better Birder," Derek Lovitch
What makes a good birder? And how can we be a better one? Larry Meiller learns how to take a different approach to bird identification at eleven.
Guest: Derek Lovitch, author, "How to Be a Better Birder," former columnist, Birding magazine, owner, Freeport Wild Bird Supply in Maine.
How to Be a Better Birder
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Tuesday
5/8/2012
11:00 AM
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
Heartworm affects more than just dogs. At eleven, Larry Meiller learns about how to keep our pets healthy, and what that health care may cost over the lifetime of a pet.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
5/7/2012
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice with Peter Greene
Regardless of our preference, the time may come when we need to switch from a Mac to a PC, or vice versa! Larry Meiller learns at eleven how to make that change successfully.
Guest: Peter Greene, InfoStar.com, computer consultant
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Saturday
5/5/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Shelley Ryan
Wisconsin Public Television has been broadcasting "The Wisconsin Gardener" since 1992. After seven, in an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller, find out what's in store for this season... and gets great tips for a healthy, gorgeous garden.
Guest: Shelley Ryan, host, "The Wisconsin Gardener" on Wisconsin Public Television
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Friday
5/4/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Shelley Ryan
Wisconsin Public Television has been broadcasting "The Wisconsin Gardener" since 1992. Larry Meiller hears on Garden Talk at eleven what's in store for this season, and gets great tips for a healthy, gorgeous garden.
Guest: Shelley Ryan, host of "The Wisconsin Gardener" on Wisconsin Public Television
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Thursday
5/3/2012
11:00 AM
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Health and Nutrition with Susan Nitzke
Summer often brings travel and get-togethers with family and friends. How can we have fun, but still eat in a healthy way? Larry Meiller finds out at eleven.
Guest: Susan Nitzke (NITS-key"), Professor Emerita of Nutritional Sciences, UW-Madison
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Thursday
5/3/2012
11:45 AM
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New developments in sunglass lenses
Many of us spend time in the sun during the summer. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller finds out about developments in lenses that can protect our eyes from the sun's harmful rays.
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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Wednesday
5/2/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin WIldlife Update with Scott Craven
At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what is going on with Wisconsin wildlife. Has our unusual spring affected their habits and schedules?
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
5/1/2012
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 at eleven 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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Tuesday
5/1/2012
11:45 AM
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Magill Weber, "Door County Oudoors"
Wisconsin has so many wonderful natural areas, and Door County is rich in opportunities for outdoor adventures. Larry Meiller hears about some of the best at eleven forty-five.
Guest: Magill Weber, author, "Door County Outdoors: A Guide to the Best Hiking, Biking, Paddling, Beaches, and Natural Places"
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Monday
4/30/2012
11:00 AM
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Science with Bassam Shakhashiri
At eleven, 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, information on a great summer science event.
Guest: Bassam Shakhashiri ("bah-SAM shah-ka-SHIR-ee"), Professor of Chemistry at the UW-Madison.
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Monday
4/30/2012
11:45 AM
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Update with the Weather Guys
At eleven forty-five, the Weather Guys fill in Larry Meiller on this year's tornado season, and whether April has been cooler than usual.
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
4/28/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
It's time for an encore edition of Garden Talk at seven. Larry Meiller learns great tips for the best garden yet from a Garden Talk audience favorite.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Friday
4/27/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
It's time for another edition of Garden Talk at eleven. Larry Meiller learns great tips for the best garden yet from a Garden Talk audience favorite.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments," author of more than twenty gardening books.
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Thursday
4/26/2012
11:00 AM
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Consumer protection advice
Even when you're careful, scams and bad commercial interactions can happen. Larry Meiller learns at eleven how to protect ourselves from unscrupulous businesses and how to be savvy consumers.
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
4/25/2012
11:00 AM
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Endangered Species Act: Trumpeter Swans
Larry Meiller continues a monthly series on the fortieth anniversary of passage of the Endangered Species Act. Trumpeter swans and their status in Wisconsin are the topic.
Guests:
-Sumner Matteson, avian biologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Randy Jurewicz ( "JUR-witz"), recently retired wildlife ecologist and administrator, WI DNR's Bureau of Endangered Resources
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Wednesday
4/25/2012
11:45 AM
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"Muskrat for Supper," Kenny Salwey
There are few of the old-time "river rats" still around. Larry Meiller talks with one at eleven forty-five, and hears about his new book for young people.
Guest: Kenny Salwey, author, "Muskrat for Supper: Exploring the Natural World with the Last River Rat"
Muskrat for Supper: Exploring the Natural World wi...
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Tuesday
4/24/2012
11:00 AM
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Getting the most out of your Mac gadgets
The newest generation iPad came out last month. Larry Meiller learns at eleven what the reviews are saying, and what other developments are on the Apple horizon.
Guest: Joe Rhodes, independent Macintosh computer support specialist
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Tuesday
4/24/2012
11:45 AM
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Sleep apnea causes, detection, and treatment
Being able to sleep well and long enough is key to good health. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about sleep apnea; what it is, how to detect it, and what treatment is available.
Guest: Ruth Benca, professor of Psychology and Psychiatry, University of Wisconsin-Madison, director, Wisconsin Sleep laboratory and clinic.
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Monday
4/23/2012
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. Todd Jones, Senior Otolaryngology ("oh-toh-lair-in-GOL-o-jee") Resident, UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health
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Monday
4/23/2012
11:45 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
Ever feel like others know tricks for travel planning that you don't? Larry Meiller learns "Travel Tips You Must Know" at eleven forty-five.
Guest: Rick Seaney ("SEE-nee"), CEO, FareCompare.com
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Saturday
4/21/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
On an encore edition of Garden Talk at seven, Larry Meiller finds out how to successfully use native plants and grasses to attract a wide variety of butterflies and birds. Plus, ways to design a native garden that your neighbors will love, too!
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Friday
4/20/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
On Garden Talk at eleven, Larry Meiller finds out how to successfully use native plants and grasses to attract a wide variety of butterflies and birds. Plus, ways to design a native garden that your neighbors will love, too!
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Thursday
4/19/2012
11:00 AM
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Animal Behavior with Patricia McConnell
Animals can be a wonderful addition to our lives. But a biting incident can be not only stressful, but dangerous. Larry Meiller finds out at eleven what we should do as both an owner, and as a person meeting a pet, to avoid a bite. Plus, how to select a pet that will be less likely to be a biter.
Guest: Patricia McConnell, PhD, Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, author, trainer, and speaker
The Puppy Primer
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Wednesday
4/18/2012
11:00 AM
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"Green Fire," Aldo Leopold
At eleven, Larry Meiller learns about Aldo Leopold and his legacy for us today. A new documentary, "Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and A Land Ethic for Our Time," will premier on Wisconsin Public Television April twentieth.
Guests:
- Buddy Huffaker ("HUFF-a-ker"), executive producer, "Green Fire," executive director, Aldo Leopold Foundation
- Curt Meine ("MEYE-nee"), conservation biologist, writer, and Leopold scholar. Director, the Center for Humans and Nature, senior fellow, Aldo Leopold Foundation, research associate, International Crane Foundation
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Wednesday
4/18/2012
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Larry Meiller learns at eleven forty-five what opportunities there are for young people pursuing a degree and career in agriculture. Plus, why every day is Earth Day on a sustainable farm.
Guests:
- Daphne Holterman, life-long Wisconsin dairy farmer, co-owner, Rosy-Lane Holsteins, mom of Taylor
- Taylor Holterman, freshman, UW-Madison, majoring in Life Sciences Communication, grew up at Rosy-Lane Holsteins, daughter of Daphne
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Tuesday
4/17/2012
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
Larry Meiller finds out at eleven if the mild winter and early, warm spring means a super-summer for insects.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist, director, UW Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Monday
4/16/2012
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice for Endurance Training
Larry Meiller finds out at eleven how we can avoid injury when training for endurance sports and events.
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
4/14/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Jerry Apps
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller, who was on-location yesterday (Fri) at the Fox Cities Book Festival. He'll talk with storyteller Jerry Apps about his latest book, "Garden Wisdom: Lessons Learned from 60 Years of Gardening."
Guest: Jerry Apps, storyteller and author, "Campfires and Loon Calls," "Horse Drawn Days," "Cranberry Red," and most recently, "Garden Wisdom: Lessons Learned from 60 Years of Gardening"
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Friday
4/13/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Jerry Apps
After eleven, it's a special edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller, on-location at the Fox Cities Book Festival. He'll talk with storyteller Jerry Apps about his latest book, "Garden Wisdom: Lessons Learned from 60 Years of Gardening."
Guest: - Jerry Apps, storyteller and author, "Campfires and Loon Calls," "Horse Drawn Days," "Cranberry Red," and most recently, "Garden Wisdom: Lessons Learned from 60 Years of Gardening"
The Tamarack River Ghost
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Thursday
4/12/2012
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's guests at eleven give advice for prioritizing our projects, and they'll share a handy spring maintenance checklist, too.
Guests:
- Ken Adams, Adams Design Construction in Madison
- John Freiburger, Freiburger and Associates in Fitchburg
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Wednesday
4/11/2012
11:00 AM
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Spring Raptor Migration with Jerry Liguori
Raptors are fascinating birds. At eleven, Larry Meiller learns how to best enjoy their spring migration.
Guest: Guest: Jerry Liguori (lih-GOOR-ee"), author, "Hawks from Every Angle," "Hawks at a Distance: Identification of Migrant Raptors"
Hawks from Every Angle: How to Identify Raptors In...
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Wednesday
4/11/2012
11:45 AM
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Spring Fishing with Gary Engberg
Spring fishing season is upon us. Larry Meiller finds out at eleven forty-five where to go for good fishing, and how the early and warm spring might affect our catch.
Guest: Gary Engberg, professional angler, guide, and outdoors writer
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Tuesday
4/10/2012
11:00 AM
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
Pets are like members of the family. At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out about a variety of feline ailments, plus the top 10 dog breeds.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
4/9/2012
11:00 AM
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Social Media with Don Stanley
Social media can be a great way to keep in touch with friends and family, but can also be confusing to use. Larry Meiller learns about different social media networks and how to best use them at eleven.
Guest: Don Stanley, faculty associate in Life Sciences Communication, owner, 3Rhino Media
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Monday
4/9/2012
11:45 AM
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"Rhubarb Renaissance," Kim Ode
With spring temperatures arriving earlier than usual, many of us have rhubarb that's growing with abandon! At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller finds out how to enjoy this vegetable (no, it's not a fruit!).
Guest: Kim Ode ("OH-dee"), author, "Rhubarb Renaissance," feature writer, Minneapolis Star Tribune Variety section
Rhubarb Renaissance
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Saturday
4/7/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Terri Schmit
Gourds are a fascinating vegetable. After seven, on an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller, find out how to grow different varieties of vegitables, and their many uses after harvest. Plus, details about the upcoming annual festival of the Wisconsin Gourd Society.
Guest: Terri Schmit, the "Gourd Girl," founder and past president of the Wisconsin Gourd Society
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Friday
4/6/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Terri Schmit
Gourds are a fascinating vegetable. On Garden Talk at eleven, Larry Meiller 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
4/5/2012
11:00 AM
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Mike Leckrone and the UW Marching Band
Who doesn't love the UW Varsity Band? At eleven, 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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Thursday
4/5/2012
11:45 AM
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Fitness and Obesity
With obesity on the rise in our country, there's a real need to address safe and healthy weight loss. But how can obese people start a safe exercise program and stay motivated? Larry Meiller finds out at eleven forty-five.
Guest: Ann M. Swartz, PhD, Associate Professor and Director, MS Kinesiology Program, Department of Kinesiology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
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Wednesday
4/4/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Wildlife Update with Scott Craven
At eleven, Wisconsin's wildlife makes this an amazing place to live and play. Larry Meiller finds out if the unusually early warm weather is a positive or negative for our wildlife.
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
4/3/2012
11:00 AM
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"Dead Tease," Victoria Houston
The Northwoods of Wisconsin can be a peaceful, relaxing destination. But at eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what trouble can await there in the latest installment of the Loon Lake Fishing Mysteries.
Guest: Victoria Houston, author of the Loon Lake Fishing Mysteries, including the most recent, "Dead Tease"
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Tuesday
4/3/2012
11:45 AM
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The Dictionary of American Regional English (DAR...
The fifth and final edition of the Dictionary of American Regional English has just been released. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns the origins of interesting words and phrases, and what's next for the DARE project.
Guest: Joan Hall, Chief Editor, Dictionary of American Regional English (DARE)
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Monday
4/2/2012
11:00 AM
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Computer Advice with Peter Greene
There's always something new with computers. Whether it's new hardware, software, or threats from viruses or other malware, it can be tough to keep up. Larry Meiller finds out what's new, and what's on the horizon, at eleven.
Guest: Peter Greene, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
3/31/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Hudelson & Friemoth
After seven, it's time for an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Learn about avoiding and treating disease in the garden and with your house 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.(original air date: January 14, 2012)
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Friday
3/30/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Sal Gilbertie
Herbs add flavor and depth to a variety of dishes. And many can be grown in a pot or other container! On Garden Talk at eleven, Larry Meiller finds out how to plant thematic herb gardens, and what kind of care different herbs need.
Guest: Sal Gilbertie ("Gil-BURT-ee"), author, "Herb Gardening from the Ground Up," owner/proprietor, Gilbertie's Herb Gardens, Westport, Connecticut
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Thursday
3/29/2012
11:00 AM
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"Bean by Bean: A Cookbook," Crescent Dragonwagon
Beans show up in cuisines around the world, and in dishes from appetizers to desserts. At eleven, Larry Meiller learns how to grow and prepare beans, and what makes them great for both our health, and our wallets!
Guest: Crescent Dragonwagon, James Beard award-winning author, most recently of "Bean by Bean: A Cookbook"
Bean by Bean
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Wednesday
3/28/2012
11:00 AM
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Spring bird migration
The spring migration is a magical time for birders. At eleven, Larry Meiller hears about chimney swifts and other neotropical birds that visit Wisconsin, plus birdhouse repairs, newly names Bird Cities, and the impact of an early spring on our winged friends.
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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Tuesday
3/27/2012
11:00 AM
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"365 Manners Kids Should Know!," Shirley Eberly
Teaching a child to say "please" and "thank you" is a standard task for parents, grandparents, and teachers. Larry Meiller finds out at eleven what other manners kids should know, and how to teach them.
Guest: Shirley Eberly, author, "365 Manners Kids Should Know!"
365 Manners Kids Should Know!
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Monday
3/26/2012
11:00 AM
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The Weather Guys: spring and summer forecasts
It seems like the winter is over before it really began. At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out if the early, warm spring is an indication of an unusual summer as well. Plus, what extreme weather is usual this time of year for the Upper Midwest.
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
3/24/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: John Jeavons
Many of us love to grow our own fruits and veggies. After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Get great advice from a produce master on growing more . . . on less land.
Guest: John Jeavons, Executive Director, Ecology Action of the Mid-Peninsula, author, " How to Grow More Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts, Berries, Grains, and Other Crops Than You Ever Thought Possible On Less Land Than You Can Imagine"
How to Grow More Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts, Berries...
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Friday
3/23/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: John Jeavons
Many of us love to grow our own fruits and veggies. On Garden Talk at eleven, Larry Meiller gets advice from a master of growing more produce on less land than you'd think is possible!
Guest: John Jeavons ("JEH-vins"), Executive Director, Ecology Action of the Mid-Peninsula, author, " How to Grow More Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts, Berries, Grains, and Other Crops Than You Ever Thought Possible On Less Land Than You Can Imagine"
How to Grow More Vegetables, Fruits, Nuts, Berries...
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Thursday
3/22/2012
11:00 AM
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Enjoying wine with Jessica Bell
Wine is a great beverage year-round. But some types really stand out in a particular season. At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what wines are perfect to accompany warm weather food and activities.
Guest: Jessica Bell, owner, My Wine School, Chicago/Milwaukee
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Wednesday
3/21/2012
11:00 AM
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Endangered Species Act: Citizen Monitoring
Larry Meiller takes another look at the Endangered Species Act at eleven. This month, the focus is on the importance of citizen monitoring.
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
3/21/2012
11:45 AM
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Poison Prevention with Donna Lotzer
This is Poison Prevention Week. Larry Meiller finds out at eleven forty-five what plants can mean big trouble for people and pets.
Guest: Donna Lotzer, Senior Clinical Pharmacist, Poison Education Coordinator, Poison Prevention & Education Center, University of WI Hospital & Clinics
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Tuesday
3/20/2012
11:00 AM
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Tax Preparation: Scott Franklin CPA
Tax Day is just about a month away. Are you ready? At eleven, Larry Meiller gets advice on getting those returns submitted.
Guest: Scott Franklin, C.P.A., J.D., Kohler and Franklin, Certified Public Accountants in Milwaukee
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Monday
3/19/2012
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
As we jump back into spring sports and early season gardening, there's always a risk of injury. Larry Meiller learns at eleven 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
3/17/2012
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 an encore edition of Garden Talk at seven, Larry Meiller finds out how, when, and how much to prune, plus planning ahead for ornamentals that are well-suited to your growing conditions.
Guest: Jeff Epping, Director of Horticulture, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison
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Friday
3/16/2012
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 at eleven, Larry Meiller finds out how, when, and how much to prune, plus planning ahead for ornamentals that are well-suited to your growing conditions.
Guest: Jeff Epping, Director of Horticulture, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison
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Thursday
3/15/2012
11:00 AM
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Taking care of your skin: Dr. Dick Neils
Days are getting longer and the sun is getting stronger. Larry Meiller finds out at eleven what that means for taking care of our skin.
Guest: Dr. Dick Neils, ("niles"), dermatologist, practicing in Watertown and Oconomowoc
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Thursday
3/15/2012
11:45 AM
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Down Syndrome and new resources
There is a new resource available for families living with Down Syndrome. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller finds out what Down Syndrome is, and how families living with it can find services and support.
Guest: Dr. Anna Dusick, developmental pediatrician, UW Health, medical director, Waisman Center
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Wednesday
3/14/2012
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
Temperatures are warming up. At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what that means for the insects around us.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist, director, UW Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Tuesday
3/13/2012
11:00 AM
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
Pet health is the topic at eleven. Larry Meiller finds out what special care guinea pigs need, whether home-prepared pet diets are better than store-bought, and yet another reason to help your dog lose weight. Plus, answers to your pet health questions.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
3/12/2012
11:00 AM
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Agriculture Update with Sec. Fred Brancel
While Wisconsin boasts many industries, we are still "America's Dairyland." Larry Meiller learns at eleven about the state of Wisconsin's agricultural sector and current initiatives to support it.
Guest: Ben Brancel, Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Monday
3/12/2012
11:45 AM
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Spring astronomy tips
Spring is a great time for stargazing. Larry Meiller finds out at eleven forty-five what's visible in the night skies.
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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Saturday
3/10/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Patti Nagai
It may be too early to get out in the garden, but that means plenty of time to give our house plants some attention. After seven, on an encore edition of Garden talk with Larry Meiller, learn about early spring care for house-plants, and which ones will enjoy some time outdoors in warm weather.
Guest: Patti Nagai ("nah-GEYE"), UW Extension horticulture educator, Racine County
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Friday
3/9/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Patti Nagai
It may be too early to get out in the garden, but that means plenty of time to give our house plants some attention! On Garden talk at eleven, Larry Meiller learns what early spring care they need, and which house plants will enjoy time spent outdoors in warm weather.
Guest: Patti Nagai ("nah-GEYE"), UW Extension horticulture educator, Racine County
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Thursday
3/8/2012
11:00 AM
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Home Repair and Improvement
A quick rise in temperatures can lead to run-off that impacts basements, roofs and gutters. Larry Meiller finds out at eleven forty-five how to address those issues. Plus, advice on how to find a contractor that focuses on energy efficiency and green techniques.
Guests:
- Chad Speight ("SPATE"), Chad's Carpentry, Madison
- John Viner, Senior Project Manager, Energy Center of Wisconsin
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Wednesday
3/7/2012
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin wildlife update with Scott Craven
At eleven, Larry Meiller hears about how the quick spring warm-up is affecting Wisconsin's wildlife. Also, information on the natural history of the Everglades.
Guest: Scott Craven, emeritus UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
3/6/2012
11:00 AM
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Preview of Canoecopia with Darren Bush
At eleven, 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
3/6/2012
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Groundwater Awareness Week
Groundwater Awareness Week is coming up. At eleven thirty, Larry Meiller learns how we can protect this valuable resource, and save money at the same time.
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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Monday
3/5/2012
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice with Peter Greene
Personal computers are a part of everyday life for most of us. Larry Meiller gets advice on Internet privacy, and hears about this month's Top Ten list of useful web sites.
Guest: Peter Greene, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
3/3/2012
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Dick Zondag
Even if winter is hanging on, we can start choosing seeds for the spring. After seven, on Garden Talk with Larry Meiller, learn how to choose seeds best-suited for your growing conditions, and that can be started indoors.
Guest: Dick Zondag, President, Jung Seed Company, Randolph, Wisconsin
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Friday
3/2/2012
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Dick Zondag
Even if winter is hanging on, we can start choosing seeds for the spring! At eleven on Garden Talk, Larry Meiller learns how to choose seeds best-suited for our growing conditions, and which can be started indoors.
Guest: Dick Zondag, President, Jung Seed Company, in Randolph, Wisconsin
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Thursday
3/1/2012
11:00 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
Larry Meiller finds out at eleven how to plan a fun, family-friendly spring break trip without breaking the bank. Plus, advice for trips to Europe this summer.
Guest: Rick Seaney ("SEE-nee"), CEO and co-founder, FareCompare.com
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Thursday
3/1/2012
11:45 AM
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Green and natural burials
There is more and more interest in natural and green burials. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about how to make after-death decisions that do not harm the earth.
Guest: Kevin Corrado, facilitator, Natural Path Sanctuary at the Farley Center for Peace, Justice, and Sustainability, Verona, WI, board member, Full Circle Project.
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Wednesday
2/29/2012
11:00 AM
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Endangered Species Act: Bat Update
2012 is the 40th anniversary of passage of the Endangered Species Act. Larry Meiller finds out at eleven what impact it's had. Plus, an update on Wisconsin's bats, especially the four that were just added to the state endangered species list.
Guests:
- Dave Redell, bat ecologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
- Laurie Osterndorf, director, Endangered Resources Bureau, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Wednesday
2/29/2012
11:45 AM
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Sheep farming and lambing season
Spring is lambing season. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about sheep farming from a local, small-scale farmer, and about producing sheep's milk cheese.
Guests:
- Ray Antoniewicz ("an-ton-AY-vich"), sheep farmer and owner of A to Z Farm in Oregon, WI
- Claire Mikolayunas ("mick-a-lie-YOU-nus"), UW Extension Small Ruminant Specialist, specializing in sheep's milk cheese
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Tuesday
2/28/2012
11:00 AM
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100th Anniversary of the Wisconsin Idea
The Wisconsin Idea is hitting a big milestone this year. One hundred years in, what does it mean for our state, and how did it come about in the first place? At eleven, Larry Meiller learns about its origins, and how it's implemented today.
Guest: Gwen Drury, graduate assistant to the Community Partnerships and Outreach (CPO) Staff Network at UW-Madison, doctoral student in Educational Policy and Leadership Analysis, UW-Madison
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Tuesday
2/28/2012
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Prescription eyeglasses
At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about a useful new anti-fog coating for eyeglass lenses.
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
2/27/2012
11:00 AM
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100th Anniversary of the Henry Vilas Zoo
The Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison celebrated its one hundredth anniversary last year. What's in store for the next century? Larry Meiller finds out at eleven what's going on at the zoo, and how zookeeping has changed over the years. Larry will also welcome a non-human guest to the studio, too!
- Ronda Schwetz, Interim Zoo Director, Henry Vilas Zoo
- Anna Reynolds, Executive Director, Friends of the Henry Vilas Zoo
- Gary Hartlage, Zookeeper, Henry Vilas Zoo
- "Jungle" Jack Hanna, Director Emeritus, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, host, "Jack Hanna's Into the Wild."
Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures: Adventures in Afri...
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Monday
2/27/2012
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Weather Update with The UW Weather Guys
Wonder how the rest of the winter's weather is looking, and what to expect for this spring? Larry Meiller finds out what's in store at eleven forty-five.
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
2/25/2012
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Garden Talk: Mark Dwyer
On an encore edition of Garden Talk at seven, Larry Meiller finds out how we can satisfy our winter gardening urges by planning for our best growing season yet!
Guest: Mark Dwyer, landscape manager, Rotary Gardens, Janesville
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Friday
2/24/2012
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Garden Talk: Mark Dwyer
On Garden Talk at eleven, Larry Meiller finds out how we can satisfy our winter gardening urges by planning for our best growing season yet!
Guest: Mark Dwyer, landscape manager, Rotary Gardens, Janesville
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Thursday
2/23/2012
11:00 AM
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Consumer protection and Top 10 complaints
Wonder what the Top Ten Consumer Complaints of 2011 were? Larry Meiller finds out at eleven.
- 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
2/22/2012
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healthy natural ecosystems
A healthy landscape supports a thriving and complex ecosystem. Larry Meiller's guest at eleven explains how all the living creatures work together.
Guest: Douglas Tallamy, Professor & Chair of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology, University of Delaware, featured speaker at the upcoming Prairie Enthusiasts conference in Menomonie
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Wednesday
2/22/2012
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Proposed Sandhill crane hunt and crane research
Cranes are in the news quite a bit, especially with a proposed hunting season for Sandhill cranes. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller finds out what the science says.
Guests:
- Jeb Barzen, director of field ecology, International Crane Foundation
- Anne Lacy, Long Term Crane Research Coordinator, International Crane Foundation
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Tuesday
2/21/2012
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Keeping Backyard Chickens
Larry Meiller learns at eleven why, and how, to start a backyard flock of chickens.
Guest: Susan Troller, author, "Cluck: From Jungle Fowl to City Chicks," backyard poultry aficionado
Cluck: From Jungle Fowl to City Chicks
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Tuesday
2/21/2012
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"Sonoma Rose," Jennifer Chiaverini
The Prohibition Era has been fresh in people's minds because of a recent documentary. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller hears from the author of a new novel set in that time period.
Guest: Jennifer Chiaverini ("shev-a-REE-nee"), New York Times bestselling author of the Elm Creek Quilts series of historical novels, including the latest, "Sonoma Rose"
Mrs. Lincoln's Dressmaker
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Monday
2/20/2012
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out when we should seek medical treatment for an injury immediately, and when it's OK to give it some time.
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
2/18/2012
7:00 AM
120217F
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
There's more and more interest in gardening with native plants and grasses. On an encore edition of Garden Talk at seven, Larry Meiller finds out how to successfully use native plants to create a beautiful, healthy and low-maintenance garden.
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Friday
2/17/2012
11:00 AM
120217F
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
There's more and more interest in gardening with native plants and grasses. On Garden Talk at eleven, Larry Meiller finds out how to successfully use natives to create a beautiful, healthy and low-maintenance garden.
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Thursday
2/16/2012
11:00 AM
120216F
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Tax Preparation: Dale Kunin CPA
Tax Day is just two months away. At eleven, Larry Meiller learns how to get the deductions and credits we're entitled to, while paying what we need to in order to avoid nasty surprises down the road.
Guest: Dale Kunin ("CUE-nin"), CPA.CITP, Partner, Wegner LLP, CPAs & Consultants, Madison
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Wednesday
2/15/2012
11:00 AM
120215F
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Wisconsin wildlife update: David Drake
At eleven, Larry Meiller hears what our wonderful Wisconsin wildlife is up to, and how this unusual winter weather is affecting our birds and animals.
Guest: David Drake, Associate Professor of Forest and Wildlife Ecology, UW-Madison, UW Extension Wildlife Specialist
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Tuesday
2/14/2012
11:00 AM
120214F
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what the impact is of owners under-estimating their pets' weight. Plus, toxicity issues for animals.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
2/13/2012
11:00 AM
120213F
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The World of Chocolate with Gail Ambrosius
On the eve of Valentine's Day, Larry Meiller learns about the delicious world of chocolate at eleven.
Guest: Gail Ambrosius ("am-BRO-zhus"), owner, Gail Ambrosius Chocolatier (shoc-la-tee-AYE"), Madison
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