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Tuesday
12/20/2011
11:45 AM
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"Timber!" Lew Freedman
The World Lumberjack Championship takes place each year in Hayward, Wisconsin. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller talks with the author of a new book about that unique competition and how it came to be.
Guest: Lew Freedman, prize-winning sportswriter, former sports editor, author of "Timber! The Story of the Lumberjack World Championships"
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Monday
12/19/2011
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
Preventing injury is the focus after eleven, when Larry Meiller welcomes regular physical therapy experts to the studio. They'll focus on holiday travel and winter activities that can lead to discomfort or worse.
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
12/17/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Debbie Lonnee & John Whitman
At seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk! Living in the Upper Midwest, our climate definitely affects what we're able to grow successfully. Larry Meiller learns what shrubs and small trees are best suited for our growing conditions.
Guests:
- Debbie Lonnee, planning and administration manager at Bailey Nurseries, Newport, Minnesota, co-author, "Growing Shrubs and Small Trees in Cold Climates"
- John Whitman, garden writer and photographer, "Growing Shrubs and Small Trees in Cold Climates"
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Friday
12/16/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Debbie Lonnee & John Whitman
At eleven, it's Garden Talk! Living in the Upper Midwest, our climate definitely affects what we're able to grow successfully. Larry Meiller learns what shrubs and small trees are best suited for our growing conditions.
Guests:
- Debbie Lonnee, planning and administration manager at Bailey Nurseries, Newport, Minnesota, co-author, "Growing Shrubs and Small Trees in Cold Climates"
- John Whitman, garden writer and photographer, "Growing Shrubs and Small Trees in Cold Climates"
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Thursday
12/15/2011
11:00 AM
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Tax Preparation: Dale Kunin CPA
It's December fifteenth, and that means tax returns are due in four months! At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what we need to do by December 31st, and what can be done later but still count for the 2011 tax year. He'll also learn what we can start gathering now to make filing those returns less painful.
Guest: Dale Kunin ("CUE-nin"), CPA.CITP, Partner, Wegner LLP, CPAs & Consultants, Madison
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Wednesday
12/14/2011
11:00 AM
111214F
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Wisconsin wildlife update with Scott Craven
Larry Meiller finds out what might make great gifts for the wildlife lovers on your holiday list at eleven. Also what the best ways to enjoy the outdoors during the winter are.
Guest: Scott Craven, wildlife ecologist
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Tuesday
12/13/2011
11:00 AM
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Keeping our pets happy and healthy
Pet care is the topic for Larry Meiller after eleven. With cold weather and holiday festivities on tap, what does that mean for our pets' health? Plus, nutrition trivia and facts.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
12/12/2011
11:00 AM
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One Hundred Years of Rsearch at the South Pole
After eleven, wonder what we can learn from science done at the tip of the world? Scientists from the International IceCube Collaboration join Larry Meiller to talk about one hundred years of research at the South Pole.
Guests:
Mark Krasberg ("CRASS-berg"), IceCube Associate Researcher
Naoko Neilson ("nah-OH-koh NEE-el-sun"), IceCube Research Associate
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Monday
12/12/2011
11:45 AM
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Ice fishing prep and outdoors gifts
At eleven forty-five Larry Meiller talks with his guest about how to get ready for the upcoming ice fishing season. They'll also discuss great gifts for the outdoors lovers on your list.
Guest: Gary Engberg, professional angler, guide, and outdoors writer
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Saturday
12/10/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: John Hendrickson
On an encore edition of Garden Talk, after seven, Larry Meiller learns about the great resources for vegetable growers in our state, how to get training, plus tips on growing bountiful vegetables at home.
Guest: John Hendrickson, outreach specialist, fresh market vegetables and food systems, Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems. Coordinator, Wisconsin School for Beginning Market Growers
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Friday
12/9/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: John Hendrickson
There are a lot of great resources for vegetable growers in our state. On Garden Talk at eleven, Larry Meiller learns about them and how to access training, plus tips on growing bountiful vegetables at home.
Guest: John Hendrickson, outreach specialist, fresh market vegetables and food systems at the Center for Integrated Agricultural Systems; coordinator, Wisconsin School for Beginning Market Growers
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Thursday
12/8/2011
11:00 AM
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Home Repair and Improvement
Just because it's cold and wet outside, there are still plenty of home projects you can take on. At eleven, Larry Meiller learns about interior insulation, furnace and boiler repair, and the importance of checking your carbon monoxide detectors.
Guests:
- Ken Adams, Adams Design Construction in Madison
- John Freiburger, Freiburger and Associates in Fitchburg
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Wednesday
12/7/2011
11:00 AM
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"Geology of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail"
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail is a natural wonder. After eleven, Larry Meiller learns about the geology of the area, and what Ice Age Wisconsin was like.
Guests:
- Dave Mickelson, co-author, "Geology of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail"
- Kevin Thusius, Director of Land Conservation, Ice Age Trail Alliance
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Wednesday
12/7/2011
11:45 AM
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The Life and Legacy of Aldo Leopold
Aldo Leopold is a giant in Wisconsin's ecological history. After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller visits with the authors of two recent books for young people about Leopold's life, family, and legacy.
Guests:
- Nancy Nye Hunt, author, "Aldo Leopold's Shack: Nina's Story"
- Marybeth Lorbiecki, author, "Things Natural, Wild, and Free: The Life of Aldo Leopold"
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Tuesday
12/6/2011
11:00 AM
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Prostate Cancer and the search for a vaccine
After eleven, Larry Meiller hears about new research on a vaccine for prostate cancer. He also learns about current approaches to detection and treatment.
Guest: Dr. Douglas McNeel, MD, PhD, Division of Hematology/Oncology, UW School of Medicine and Public Health.
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Tuesday
12/6/2011
11:45 AM
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Studying the brains of psychopaths
Have you ever wondered what goes on in the brains of psychopaths? At eleven, Larry Meiller learns what two researchers found when examining brain scans of psychopathic criminals.
Guests:
- Joseph Newman, professor of psychology, UW-Madison
- Mike Koenigs ("KAY-nigs") PhD, assistant professor of psychiatry, UW-Madison
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Monday
12/5/2011
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice
After eleven, Larry Meiller gets advice on getting "how-to" advice online for a variety of topics. Also, general computer troubleshooting, and how to know when repair makes sense, and when it's time to replace your PC.
Guest: Peter Greene, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
12/3/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Karen Johannsen
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Learn about plant care for indoors and out. Plus, gifts for the plant-minded on your list.
Guest: Karen Johannsen, Johannsen's Greenhouses, Madison.
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Friday
12/2/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Karen Johannsen
After eleven, it's time for Garden Talk. Larry Meiller learns about plant care for indoors and out. Plus, gifts for the plant-minded on your list.
Guest: Karen Johannsen, Johannsen's Greenhouses, Madison.
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Thursday
12/1/2011
11:00 AM
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Saving Successfully for your Retirement
Your age, family situation, and other factors determine the best investment strategy to save for retirement. After eleven, Larry Meiller learns how to make wise personal investment decisions in this economy.
Guest: Frank Armstrong, certified financial planner, founder, Investor Solutions, Inc., author, "The Informed Investor", co-author, "Save Your Retirement"
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Thursday
12/1/2011
11:45 AM
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Finding Affordable and Appropriate Legal Advice
How do you know if you need legal advice . . . and how can you find affordable, quality help if you do? Larry Meiller's guests, after eleven forty-five, can help you navigate the sometimes stressful and confusing world of legal issues.
Guests:
- David Relles ("RELL-ess"), attorney, Relles, Long & Milliken, LLP
- Jeff Brown, Pro Bono Coordinator, Wisconsin State Bar Association
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Wednesday
11/30/2011
11:00 AM
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Phenology and the cycles of nature
Phenology is the study of the cycles of nature. After eleven, Larry Meiller learns how Aldo Leopold began keeping records on the nature he observed, and how we can learn more about the world around us.
Guests:
- Jeannine Richards, communications coordinator, Aldo Leopold Foundation
- Rachel Samerdyke, private lands biologist, US Fish and Wildlife Service
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Wednesday
11/30/2011
11:45 AM
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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center: enzymes
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about using enzymes to develop future generation biofuels.
Guests:
- John Greenler, director, Education and Outreach Program, Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
- Brian Fox, Professor of Biochemistry, UW-Madison
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Tuesday
11/29/2011
11:00 AM
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UW Sustainability Conference and Green Businesse...
Is it possible for a business to be both sustainable and profitable? After eleven, Larry Meiller learns how going Green can be good for business, and gets details about an upcoming UW conference on the topic.
Guests:
- Thomas Eggert, Business Sustainability program, UW-Madison School of Business
- Jeff Holcomb, Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, and the Greater Madison Convention & Visitor Bureau
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Tuesday
11/29/2011
11:45 AM
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"How To Use The Digital Camera You Just Bought!"
Taking good digital pictures means having lasting memories of important life events. After eleven-forty-five, Larry Meiller learns how we can take the best photos possible. Also, advice on buying the best digital camera to suit your specific needs.
Guest: Jack Socha ("SO-sha"), photography instructor. Author, "How To Use The Digital Camera You Just Bought!" (forthcoming)
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Monday
11/28/2011
11:00 AM
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"Guys on Ice"
Ice Fishing season is right around the corner. At eleven, Larry Meiller is joined by cast members of American Folklore Theatre's production of "Guys on Ice."
Guests:
- Doug Mancheski, Marvin in American Folklore Theatre's production of "Guys on Ice"
- Steve Koehler, Lloyd in American Folklore Theatre's production of "Guys on Ice"
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Monday
11/28/2011
11:45 AM
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The Weather Guys: winter weather forecast and mo...
The UW Weather Guys visit with Larry Meiller at eleven forty-five. They'll share a Wisconsin winter forecast, discuss frost and freezes, and more!
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
11/26/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Patti Nagai
It's time for an encore edition of Garden Talk. With the outdoor garden season winding down, it's a good time to turn our attention to house plants. Judith Siers-Poisson finds out at seven what care they need, and how to detect potential problems.
Guest: Patti Nagai ("nah-GEYE"), UW Extension horticulture educator, Racine County
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Friday
11/25/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Patti Nagai
After eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk, with Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller. With the outdoor garden season winding down, it's a good time to turn our attention to house plants. Judith finds out what care they need, and how to detect potential problems.
Guest: Patti Nagai ("nah-GEYE"), UW Extension horticulture educator, Racine County
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Thursday
11/24/2011
11:00 AM
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Birdwatching Tips and Migration Updates
While there might be a bird in the oven, it's also a great time to talk about birdwatching. After eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson finds out what birds stay in Wisconsin for the winter, and gets great gift ideas for the birdwatchers on your list.
Guests:
- Noel Cutright, past president, Wisconsin Society for Ornithology
- Bill Volkert, retired wildlife educator & naturalist, Horicon Marsh International Education Center
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Wednesday
11/23/2011
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
Even if the weather has turned cold, that doesn't mean that insects aren't still active. After eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson gets an end of year update on bed bugs, ticks, and more.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist, director, UW Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Tuesday
11/22/2011
11:00 AM
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"Apple: A Global History," Erika Janik
The apple has a long history and has been used and cultivated by humans for longer than you might think. Larry Meiller learns all about the delicious and versatile fruit, after eleven.
Guest: Erika Janik, author, "Apple: A Global History"
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Tuesday
11/22/2011
12:00 PM
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Staying on track with fitness through the holida...
The Holidays are a time to eat, drink, and be merry. Can we stick with our fitness routine at the same time? Larry Meiller finds out how, after eleven forty-five.
Guest: Jeff Liggon, personal trainer, owner, The Fit, in Madison
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Monday
11/21/2011
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
Preventing injury is the focus, after eleven, when Larry Meiller welcomes regular physical therapy experts to the studio. They'll focus on fall and winter activities that can lead to discomfort or worse.
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
11/19/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Gifts for Gardeners
At seven, it's time for an encore edition of Garden Talk. Chances are there are a few gardeners on your holiday gift list. Judith Siers-Poisson learns about great gifts for them, and for anyone who appreciates "green" gifts.
Guests:
Astrid Newenhouse, Associate Scientist, University of Wisconsin-Madison, focusing on agricultural sustainability
Sonya Newenhouse, Founder and President, Madison Environmental Group and Community Car LLC
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Friday
11/18/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Gifts for Gardeners
At eleven, it's time for Garden Talk. Chances are there are a few gardeners on your holiday gift list. Judith Siers-Poisson learns about great gifts for them, and for anyone who appreciates "green" gifts.
Guests:
- Astrid Newenhouse, Associate Scientist, University of Wisconsin-Madison, focusing on agricultural sustainability
- Sonya Newenhouse, Founder and President, Madison Environmental Group and Community Car LLC
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Thursday
11/17/2011
11:00 AM
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"The Northern Heartland Cookbook," Beth Dooley
Traditional Thanksgiving dishes can be a comfort, but once in a while, we may want to try something new. At eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson learns about seasonal and regional dishes to try.
Guest: Beth Dooley, author of "The Northern Heartland Cookbook: More than 200 Recipes to Satisfy Seasonal Appetites"
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Thursday
11/17/2011
11:45 AM
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"Babycakes Covers the Classics," Erin McKenna
For a variety of reasons, some folks avoid gluten or animal products. That might seem to eliminate tasty baked goods, but Judith Siers-Poisson's guest at eleven forty-five says no way!
Guest: Erin McKenna, author, "Babycakes Covers the Classics: Gluten-free Vegan Recipes from Donuts to Snickerdoodles," owner, Babycakes NYC
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Wednesday
11/16/2011
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin wildlife update with Scott Craven
The talk turns to Wisconsin wildlife, after eleven, when Larry Meiller hears about the upcoming deer hunt, the status of the wolf in our state, a recent cougar sighting, and more.
Guest: Scott Craven, wildlife ecologist
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Tuesday
11/15/2011
11:00 AM
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
Larry Meiller learns about pet health, after eleven. Preventive tips and advice on dealing with end of life issues with our animals are among the topics.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
11/14/2011
11:00 AM
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"The Wedding Quilt," Jennifer Chiaverini
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with a local bestselling author about her new book, "The Wedding Quilt," the latest installment in the Elm Creek Quilts series.
Guest: Jennifer Chiaverini ("shev-a-REE-nee"), author, "The Wedding Quilt"
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Monday
11/14/2011
11:45 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's guest, after eleven forty-five, shares information about 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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Saturday
11/12/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Barb Larson
After seven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. If you think it's time for gardeners to take it easy, think again. Learn how to prepare perennials for Winter, what to do with house plants that need to come back inside . . . and much more.
Guest: Barb Larson, horticulture educator, UW-Extension Kenosha County
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Friday
11/11/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Barb Larson
After eleven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. If you think it's time for gardeners to take it easy, think again. Learn how to prepare perennials for Winter, what to do with house plants that need to come back inside . . . and much more.
Guest: Barb Larson, horticulture educator, UW-Extension Kenosha County
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Thursday
11/10/2011
11:00 AM
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Home Repair and Improvement
As the weather turns colder, it's a great time to think of energy efficiency and keeping our homes warm. After eleven, Larry Meiller gets tips on what to check, and how to remedy problems through "green" alternatives.
Guests:
- Chad Speight ("SPATE"), Chad's Carpentry, Madison
- John Viner, Senior Project Manager, Energy Center of Wisconsin
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Wednesday
11/9/2011
11:00 AM
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"Vintage Wisconsin Gardens," Lee Somerville
We often think of "gardening" as a hobby, but it wasn't always something just to do for fun. After eleven, Larry Meiller finds out about when gardening changed . . . from a primary means of feeding the household . . . to a leisure pastime.
Guest: Lee Somerville, landscape historian, master gardener. Author, "Vintage Wisconsin Gardens: A History of Home Gardening"
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Wednesday
11/9/2011
11:45 AM
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"A Storied Wilderness:," James Feldman
It's one of the natural gems of Wisconsin. Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven, describes the history of humans interacting with nature on The Apostle Islands.
Guest: James Feldman, associate professor of history and environmental studies, UW-Oshkosh. Author, "A Storied Wilderness: Rewilding the Apostle Islands"
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Tuesday
11/8/2011
11:00 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
Whether it's getting the kids home from college over the holidays, or the whole family to grandma's, a lot of us might be booking flights before the end of the year. After eleven, Larry Meiller gets great tips for good values on holiday air travel . . . and how to reduce the stress.
Guest: Rick Seaney ("SEE-nee"), CEO, FareCompare.com
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Tuesday
11/8/2011
11:45 AM
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Traveling Wisconsin with Tourism Secretary Klett
People flock to Wisconsin in warm weather, but it's a great Winter destination, too. After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller hears about some great locations and events to keep in mind for that cooler weather getaway.
Guest: Stephanie Klett, Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Tourism
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Monday
11/7/2011
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice
They're popular holiday gifts . . . what should you consider when buying Computers and other electronic gadgets for yourself and others? Larry Meiller finds out, after eleven.
Guest: Peter Greene, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
11/5/2011
7:00 AM
111104F
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Garden Talk: Jeff Epping
After seven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Learn how to plan a garden to create an interesting winter landscape, and about the wonders of ornamental grasses.
Guest: Jeff Epping, director of horticulture, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison
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Friday
11/4/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Jeff Epping
After eleven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Learn how to plan a garden to create an interesting winter landscape, and about the wonders of ornamental grasses.
Guest: Jeff Epping, director of horticulture, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison
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Thursday
11/3/2011
11:00 AM
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Consumer protection tips and advice
With the holidays around the corner, there are lots of chances for scams and other consumer problems. Join Larry Meiller and his guest, after eleven, to find out how to 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
11/2/2011
11:00 AM
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Amy Walker, author of "On Bicycles"
Many bike for fun, but it's also a great way to stay healthy, help preserve the environment . . . and also save money. After eleven, Larry Meiller learns how.
Guest: Amy Walker, author, "On Bicycles: 50 Ways the New Bike Culture Can Change Your Life"
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Wednesday
11/2/2011
11:45 AM
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Jerry Liguori, author of "Hawks at a Distance"
Few bird families fascinate us more than raptors. But they can be tricky to identify in flight. Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven, shares tips for watching these fascinating birds.
Guest: Jerry Liguori, author, "Hawks at a Distance"
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Tuesday
11/1/2011
11:00 AM
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Michael Norman, "Haunted Wisconsin"
We just marked Halloween yesterday, and in many cultures, today is still a day with souls and spirits in the air. After eleven, Larry Meiller hears some of the many stories of ghosts and ghouls that are part of Wisconsin history.
Guest: Michael Norman, author of "Haunted Wisconsin"
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Tuesday
11/1/2011
11:45 AM
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Wisconsin Cheese Originals annual festival
Cheese is a wonderful and delicious part of Wisconsin's culinary culture. After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller gets a preview of the upcoming Wisconsin Cheese Originals annual festival.
Guests:
- Jeanne ("Jean-ee") Carpenter, executive director, Wisconsin Cheese Originals
- George Crave, president, Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese, LLC
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Monday
10/31/2011
11:00 AM
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"The Mildred Fish-Harnack Story," Joel Waldinger
Only one American woman was executed on direct orders by Adolf Hitler. After eleven, Larry Meiller learns the fascinating story of Mildred Fish-Harnack of Milwaukee.
Guest: Joel Waldinger, Producer, Wisconsin Public Television
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Monday
10/31/2011
11:45 AM
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The Weather Guys: fall and winter forecasts
After eleven forty-five, it's time for Larry Meiller's monthly visit with the UW Weather Guys. How's the Fall and Winter forecast shaping up? Will la Nina (lah NEEN-yah) pack a punch this year? They'll answer those questions, and more.
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
10/29/2011
7:00 AM
111028F
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Garden Talk: Bruce Allison
After seven, it's time for 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 do you recognize pest or disease problems?
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
10/28/2011
11:00 AM
111028F
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Garden Talk: Bruce Allison
After eleven, it's time for 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 we recognize pest or disease problems?
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
10/27/2011
11:00 AM
111027F
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When and how to talk about money with children
It can be difficult to share information about family finances with children. When is the right time? And, how can you make it age-appropriate? Larry Meiller finds out, after eleven.
Guest: Connie Kilmark, founder and principal, counseling and consulting firm Kilmark & Associates.
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Wednesday
10/26/2011
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin wildlife update: David Drake, Jamie Na...
With shortening days and colder temperatures, animals are in overdrive with their winter preparations. Larry Meiller's guests, after eleven, help to 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
10/25/2011
11:00 AM
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
Pet care is the topic for Larry Meiller, after eleven. Find out how to find a new vet after you move, what common human virus also affects dogs and cats, and what wild animal can carry canine distemper.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
10/24/2011
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
After eleven, Larry Meiller learns how to avoid injury during Fall yard work, and how to stay in shape during those long Winter months.
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
10/22/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: The UW Fruit Team
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller, with tips on how to take care of your fruits trees and plants for a great harvest and for longevity.
Guests: The UW Fruit Team
- Rebecca Harbut, Assistant Professor of Horticulture, UW-Madison
- Dan Mahr, UW-Extension Fruit Entomologist
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Friday
10/21/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: The UW Fruit Team
After eleven, Garden Talk with Larry Meiller provides information on how to take care of your fruits trees and plants for a great harvest and longevity.
Guests: The UW Fruit Team
- Rebecca Harbut, Assistant Professor of Horticulture, UW-Madison
- Dan Mahr, UW-Extension Fruit Entomologist
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Thursday
10/20/2011
11:00 AM
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presciption eyeglasses with Jim La Luzerne
After eleven, Larry Meiller learns about prescription eyeglasses. How effective is anti-reflection coating on prescription eyeglass lenses? Larry's guest has the answer to that, and more
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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Thursday
10/20/2011
11:45 AM
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"Help Me Live," Lori Hope
Knowing what to say to someone living with cancer can be difficult, and it's not easy to know how to help. Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven forty-five, shares her thoughts as someone living with cancer.
Guest: Lori Hope, author, "Help Me Live: 20 Things People with Cancer Want You to Know"
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Wednesday
10/19/2011
11:00 AM
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Birdwatching Tips and Migration Updates
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks birds . . . especially owls . . . with a bird enthusiast and author.
Guest: Laura Erickson, editor, Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Producer, "For the Birds" radio segment and podcast. Author, "Twelve Owls"
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Tuesday
10/18/2011
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Innovations
Are you aware of all the many inventions and discoveries made in our state? After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with the curators of a new exhibit that highlights the fascinating innovations made right here in Wisconsin.
Guests:
- David Driscoll, Curator of Business and Technology, Wisconsin Historical Museum
- Joseph Kapler, Curator of Domestic Life, Wisconsin Historical Museum
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Tuesday
10/18/2011
11:45 AM
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Social media and social networking
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller and his guest talk about the latest in Social Media. What's the story on the new Facebook format, and what else is new in connecting on-line?
Guest: Don Stanley, faculty associate in Life Sciences Communication, owner, 3Rhino Media.
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Monday
10/17/2011
11:00 AM
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"Farmstead Chef," Lisa Kivirist
After eleven, Larry Meiller hears about delicious recipes that are not only good for you, but good for the earth, too.
Guest: Lisa Kivirist ("KIV-er-ist"), innkeeper. farmer. co-author, "Farmstead Chef"
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Saturday
10/15/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Dick Zondag
Fall garden preparations take center stage this time of year. After seven, Larry Meiller's guest has advice on planting bulbs, cleaning out flower beds and vegetable plots, and more.
Guest: Dick Zondag, President, Jung Seed Company, Randolph, Wisconsin.
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Friday
10/14/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Dick Zondag
Fall garden preparations take center stage this time of year. After eleven, Larry Meiller's guest has advice on planting bulbs, cleaning out flower beds and vegetable plots, and more.
Guest: Dick Zondag, President, Jung Seed Company, Randolph, Wisconsin.
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Thursday
10/13/2011
11:00 AM
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Home Repair and Improvement
After eleven, Larry Meiller finds out how we should prioritize home improvement and repair projects before cold weather sets in.
Guests:
- Ken Adams, Adams Design Construction in Madison
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Wednesday
10/12/2011
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
How do insects prepare for the winter, and which ones might we start seeing indoors instead of outside? Larry Meiller finds out, after eleven.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist and head, UW-Madison Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Tuesday
10/11/2011
11:00 AM
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"The Clodhopper Monologues," Michael Perry
Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven, shares the humor he finds in everyday life as a writer, musician, farmer, and parent.
Guest: Michael Perry, author of several books, including "Coop: A Year of Poultry, Pigs and Parenting," and a new CD set, "The Clodhopper Monologues"
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Monday
10/10/2011
11:00 AM
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"What It's Like to Go to War"
What does the experience of combat do to members of the military psychologically and spiritually, and do we adequately prepare them for it? After eleven, Larry Meiller's guest shares his experiences and insights.
Guest: Karl Marlantes ("mahr-LAN-tess"), author, "What It Is Like to Go to War"
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Monday
10/10/2011
11:45 AM
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End of season canoe and kayak prep
Not sure how to get your canoe or kayak ready for winter? Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven forty-five, has great advice . . . and tips for paddling the Apostle Islands, too.
Guest: Darren Bush, owner and chief paddling evangelist, Rutabaga Paddlesports
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Saturday
10/8/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
After seven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Learn all about Fall garden preparation and clean-up.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, Dane County Extension Horticulture Educator
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Friday
10/7/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lisa Johnson
After eleven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Fall garden preparation and clean-up is the topic.
Guest: Lisa Johnson, Dane County Extension Horticulture Educator
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Thursday
10/6/2011
11:00 AM
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Animal Behavior with Patricia McConnell
Animal behavior is the topic, after eleven. Larry Meiller finds out how to train a cat, and much more.
Guest: Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist.
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Wednesday
10/5/2011
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin wildlife update with Scott Craven
Larry Meiller talks Wisconsin wildlife, after eleven. Hunting season is in full swing, and there are important updates for ongoing efforts to take wolves off the Endangered Species List . . . and the new Wisconsin deer management review. Plus, how to prepare your yard and home to prevent winter wildlife problems.
Guest: Scott Craven, UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist
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Tuesday
10/4/2011
11:00 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
It can be tricky to find good flights at reasonable prices for holiday travel. While it's tempting to put off thinking about it, Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven, is the perfect person to ask for advice. Plus, he's got tips for avoiding excessive ticketing fees and other travel headaches.
Guest: Rick Seaney, CEO, www.FareCompare.com
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Tuesday
10/4/2011
11:45 AM
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Regional Travel Ideas
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about great regional destinations for Fall, and some events to put on your calendar.
Guest: Mary Bergin (BUR- gihn), travel writer and syndicated columnist, "Roads Traveled" column, Midwest Features Syndicate. Author, "Sidetracked in the Midwest: A Green Guide for Travelers."
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Monday
10/3/2011
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice
Personal computers are the topic, after eleven. Larry Meiller learns what recent hackings and hijackings of web hosting services might mean for us as e-consumers. And there will be time for listener questions, too.
Guest: Peter Greene, computer specialist, InfoStar.com
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Saturday
10/1/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Ed Lyon
After seven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry learns about how and when to plant fall bulbs, and about other autumn garden projects.
Guest: Ed Lyon, Director, Allen Centennial Gardens, Madison
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Friday
9/30/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Ed Lyon
After eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry learns about how and when to plant fall bulbs, and about other autumn garden projects.
Guest: Ed Lyon, Director, Allen Centennial Gardens, Madison
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Thursday
9/29/2011
11:00 AM
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How and Why to Insulate our Homes
After eleven, Larry Meiller learns why we should prioritize insulating our homes well.
Guests:
- Gary Rockweiler, founder and president, Rockweiler Insulation
- Renee Wilson,Vice President of Operations, Rockweiler Insulation
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Thursday
9/29/2011
11:45 AM
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Appraisals with Shirley Baumann
Wonder if that item in your attic is trash... or treasure? After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller welcomes an appraiser and auctioneer who can help you decide.
Guest: Shirley Baumann, Registered Wisconsin Auctioneer. Certified Appraiser.
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Wednesday
9/28/2011
11:00 AM
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Fall astronomy tips
After eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what's visible in the night sky tonight . . . including Jupiter, a comet, a supernova, and more.
Guest: Paul Kinzer, author, "Stargazing Basics: Getting Started in Recreational Astronomy," Member, La Crosse Area Astronomy Club
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Wednesday
9/28/2011
11:45 AM
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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center: corn fuel
Can corn-waste be used to produce biofuel? After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller discuss the possibilities with staffers from the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center.
Guests:
- John Greenler, Ph.D., Director, Education and Outreach Program, Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC)
- Natalia de Leon, Assistant Professor of Agronomy, UW-Madison, project lead, GLBRC
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Tuesday
9/27/2011
11:00 AM
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"The Heirloom Murders," Kathleen Ernst
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with the author of a new mystery novel set at Old World Wisconsin, an historical site in Eagle.
Guest: Kathleen Ernst, author, "The Heirloom Murders" (book #2 Chloe Ellefson Historic Sites mystery series)
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Tuesday
9/27/2011
11:45 AM
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"Putting Down Roots," Marcia Carmichael
We sometimes get caught up in what's "new" . . . assuming it's better. After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller talks with an historical gardener about what we can learn from the earliest settlers in Wisconsin.
Guest: Marcia Carmichael, historical gardener, Old World Wisconsin. Author, "Putting Down Roots: Gardening Insights from Wisconsin's Early Settlers."
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Monday
9/26/2011
11:00 AM
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2011 Wisconsin Assistive Technology Expo
Larry Meiller learns about assistive technology at eleven. With an aging population, more and more of us may need help in the years ahead. An upcoming University of Wisconsin conference will explore the needs and possibilities.
Guests:
- Professor Jay Martin, director, Assistive Rehabilitation and Technology Design sequence in the UW School of Engineering
- Beth Finke ("FIN-key"), NPR commentator, award-winning author, teacher and journalist who lost her sight at age 26. Keynote speaker, 2011 Wisconsin Assistive Technology Expo
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Monday
9/26/2011
11:45 AM
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The Weather Guys: fall and winter forecasts
At eleven forty-five, it's time for Larry Meiller's monthly visit with the UW Weather Guys. What impact did the Boundary Waters fires have on the atmosphere and air quality? And how are the fall and winter forecasts shaping up? They'll answer those questions, and more.
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
9/24/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Roger Reynolds
It's time for another edition of Garden Talk, after seven. Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") sits in for Larry Meiller and talks with an expert on mulching, composting, and other techniques for improving soil.
Guest: Roger Reynolds, consultant for sustainable landscape design with Infiltrating Landscapes
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Friday
9/23/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Roger Reynolds
It's time for another edition of Garden Talk, at eleven. Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") sits in for Larry Meiller and talks with an expert on mulching, composting, and other techniques for improving soil.
Guest: Roger Reynolds, consultant for sustainable landscape design with Infiltrating Landscapes
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Thursday
9/22/2011
11:00 AM
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Frances Moore Lapp , "EcoMind"
How do we create the world we want to see, without getting in our own way? Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") sits in for Larry Meiller at eleven and talks with a veteran activist about her insights.
Guest: Frances Moore Lapp ("luh-PAY"), activist, author of "EcoMind: Changing the Way We Think, to Create the World We Want"
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Thursday
9/22/2011
11:45 AM
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Ten Chimneys: Hollywood and Broadway come to WI
Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") sits in for Larry Meiller at eleven forty-five and learns about a rural Wisconsin retreat that hosted stars of stage and screen like Noel Coward, Charlie Chaplin, and Sir Laurence Olivier.
Guest: Sean Malone, President, Ten Chimneys
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Wednesday
9/21/2011
11:00 AM
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"Feathers: The Evolution of a Natural Miracle"
At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out about bird feathers; how they developed, and what makes them so incredible.
Guest: Thor (TORE") Hanson, author of "Feathers: The Evolution of a Natural Miracle"
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Wednesday
9/21/2011
11:45 AM
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"Avian Architecture," Peter Goodfellow
How different birds construct their nests and why they differ so widely are the topic at eleven forty-five when Larry Meiller talks with the author of a fascinating new book on the subject.
Guest: Peter Goodfellow, author of "Avian Architecture: How Birds Design, Engineer and Build"
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Tuesday
9/20/2011
11:00 AM
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Impacts of Low Literacy
September is National Literacy Month. At eleven, Larry Meiller finds out about the many ways that low literacy can impact lives.
Guests:
- Michele Erikson, Executive Director, Wisconsin Literacy
- Jeff Burkhart, Executive Director, Literacy Network, Madison
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Tuesday
9/20/2011
11:45 AM
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Dictionary of American Regional English update
Why do we say the things we do? What impact does where we grow up have on our vocabulary? Larry Meiller has fun at eleven forty-five talking about the Dictionary of American Regional English.
Guest: Joan Hall, Chief Editor, Dictionary of American Regional English
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Monday
9/19/2011
11:00 AM
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Physical therapy advice toprevent injury
After eleven, Larry Meiller learns how to stay in shape and to avoid injury during Fall sports and garden work when he visits with his monthly physical therapy guests.
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
9/17/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Learn how to add color and interest to fall gardens and landscapes, and how technology can help you plan your next garden.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments."
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Friday
9/16/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
After eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Learn how to add color and interest to fall gardens and landscapes, and how technology can help you plan your next garden.
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based host of "Melinda's Garden Moments."
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Thursday
9/15/2011
11:00 AM
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Finding Affordable and Appropriate Legal Advice
Sometimes we find ourselves in need of legal advice, but how do we know where to turn? Larry Meiller's guests, after eleven, have advice on when, where, and how to find legal assistance, including for those with limited means.
Guests:
- David Relles ("RELL-ess"), attorney, Relles, Long & Milliken, LLP
- Jeff Brown, Pro Bono Coordinator, Wisconsin State Bar Association
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Thursday
9/15/2011
11:45 AM
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Keeping your Mac Running Well, Joe Rhodes
After eleven forty-five, join Larry Meiller as he finds out what's new in the world of Apple computers, and how to keep our machines running well.
Guest: Joe Rhodes, independent Macintosh computer support specialist
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Wednesday
9/14/2011
11:00 AM
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"History Afield," Robert Willging
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with the author of "History Afield: Stories from the Golden Age of Wisconsin Sporting Life" about the fascinating history of the state as a tourist and sportspeople's paradise.
Guest: Robert, Willging ("WILL-ging"), freelance outdoor and history writer. Author, "On the Hunt: The History of Deer Hunting in Wisconsin," and "History Afield: Stories from the Golden Age of Wisconsin Sporting Life."
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Wednesday
9/14/2011
11:45 AM
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Olaf Larson, "When Horses Pulled the Plow"
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller shares a special conversation with a one-hundred year old author who has written about his experiences growing up on a Wisconsin farm in the early part of the twentieth century.
Guests:
- Olaf Larson, professor emeritus of rural sociology, Cornell University. Author, "When Horses Pulled the Plow: Life of a Wisconsin Farm Boy 1910-1929"
- Jerry Apps, storyteller and author, "Campfires and Loon Calls," "Horse Drawn Days," and "Cranberry Red."
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Tuesday
9/13/2011
11:00 AM
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
Pet care is the topic for Larry Meiller, after eleven. Find out why heartworm prevention is more important than ever, the details of an exciting new treatment for hyperthyroidism in cats, and what to know when adopting a new feline friend.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
9/12/2011
11:00 AM
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"What It Means to be a Badger"
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with the author of a new book that collects reflections on "What It Means to be a Badger."
Guest: Justin Doherty, Associate Athletic Director, University of Wisconsin-Madison. Author, "What It Means to be a Badger".
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Monday
9/12/2011
11:45 AM
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Fall grilling with Mad Dog and Merrill
Grilling is the mouthwatering topic for Larry Meiller, after eleven forty-five. Get some tips on grilling wild game, as well as favorite grilling ideas for your next tailgate party.
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"
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Saturday
9/10/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Molly Fifield Murray
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry learns how to construct a rain garden, and why you might want to. He'll also hear about an upcoming native gardening conference.
Guest: Molly Fifield ("FEYE-field") Murray, Outreach Programs Manager, UW Arboretum
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Friday
9/9/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Molly Fifield Murray
After eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry learns how to construct a rain garden, and why you might want to. He'll also hear about an upcoming native gardening conference.
Guest: Molly Fifield ("FEYE-field") Murray, Outreach Programs Manager, UW Arboretum
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Thursday
9/8/2011
11:00 AM
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Green home improvement and repair
Green and energy-efficient home repair and improvement are the focus for Larry Meiller, after eleven. Find out how to tune-up your heating system for cooler weather, and why it's a good time to take advantage of Cash-Back Rewards through the Focus on Energy Program.
Guests:
- Chad Speight ("SPATE"), Chad's Carpentry, Madison
- John Viner, Senior Project Manager, Energy Center of Wisconsin
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Wednesday
9/7/2011
11:00 AM
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Wildlife Update with Scott Craven
Wisconsin wildlife is the topic for Larry Meiller, after eleven. Larry gets an update on the fall hunting season, and the controversy in Wisconsin about whether to de-list wolves from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife.
Guest: Scott Craven, UW Extension Wildlife Ecologist.
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Tuesday
9/6/2011
11:00 AM
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Personal computers and cloud computing
The talk turns to Personal Computers, after eleven. Larry Meiller learns what cloud computing is, and what its various applications might be at home, work, and school. Plus, this month's Top Ten list of useful web sites.
Guest: Peter Greene of InfoStar.com
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Monday
9/5/2011
11:00 AM
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Birdwatching and Wisconsin's bird habitats
At eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") talks about birdwatching with her guests. They'll share some recent rare sightings in Wisconsin, how the fall migration season is shaping up, and which nine Wisconsin communities recently received the "Bird City" designation.
Guests:
- Noel Cutright, past president of the Wisconsin Society for Ornithology
- Bill Volkert, wildlife educator & naturalist, Horicon Marsh International Education Center
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Saturday
9/3/2011
7:00 AM
110902F
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Garden Talk: Jason Fischbach
After seven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Find out how to extend your growing season, and what to be thinking about for Fall garden upkeep.
Guest: Jason Fischbach ("FISH-bahk"), UW-Extension Agriculture Agent, Ashland and Bayfield Counties.
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Friday
9/2/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Jason Fischbach
After eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry finds out how we can extend our growing season for as long as possible, and what we should be thinking about for fall garden upkeep.
Guest: Jason Fischbach ("FISH-bahk"), UW-Extension Agriculture Agent, Ashland and Bayfield Counties.
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Thursday
9/1/2011
11:00 AM
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Good oral hygiene and dnetal care
Dental health is the topic, after eleven, when Judith Siers-Poisson sits in for Larry Meiller and talks with a dentist about good preventive care, and why it's so important to our overall health and wellness.
Guest: Dr. Lowell Lakritz, instructor, Madison Area Technical College dental hygienist program, retired Madison dentist who volunteers with free dental clinics
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Thursday
9/1/2011
11:45 AM
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choosing the right trainer for your fitness goal...
After eleven-forty-five, Physical fitness and Exercise is the topic when Judith Siers-Poisson sits in for Larry Meiller. A look at how to choose the right Personal Trainer for your needs.
Guest: Jeff Liggon ("LIG-en"), coach and personal trainer. Owner, The Fit, Madison.
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Wednesday
8/31/2011
11:00 AM
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"Rhythm of the River": Lower WI State Riverway
The Lower Wisconsin State Riverway is the topic, after eleven. Larry Meiller's guests are involved in a new documentary, "Rhythm of the River," set to air on Wisconsin Public Television.
Guests:
- Kathy Bissen, Director of Production, Wisconsin Public Television.
- Mark Cupp, Executive Director, Lower Wisconsin State Riverway Board and Board President, Cultural Landscape Legacies, Inc.
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Wednesday
8/31/2011
11:45 AM
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Wisconsin trout fishing
Trout fishing is the topic at eleven forty-five. Larry Meiller's guest shares tips and advice for novice and experienced trout anglers.
Guest: Jay Thurston, author, educator and life-long trout angler, holds a Master's degree in outdoor education from Northern Illinois University
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Tuesday
8/30/2011
11:00 AM
110830F
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"A Spirited History of Milwaukee Brews & Booze"
Brew City's beverage-related history is the topic, after eleven, when Larry Meiller talks with the author of "A Spirited History of Milwaukee Brews & Booze."
Guest: Martin Hintz, author, "A Spirited History of Milwaukee Brews & Booze" .
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Tuesday
8/30/2011
11:45 AM
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Quack Medicine in Wisconsin
The turn of the twentieth century saw a society teaming with quacks, frauds, and medical flim flam artists. After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about this fascinating piece of Wisconsin history.
Guest: Erika Janik, historian and author, "Giving Them What They Want: The Reinhardts and Quack Medicine in Wisconsin."
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Monday
8/29/2011
11:00 AM
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Sheep and Wool Festival
Larry Meiller finds out about the upcoming Wisconsin Sheep and Wool Festival at eleven. 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
- Carol Wagner, owner of Hidden Valley Farm and Woolen Mill in Valders, W
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Monday
8/29/2011
11:45 AM
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The Weather Guys: Hurricane Irene and more
At eleven forty-five, it's time for Larry Meiller's monthly visit with the Weather Guys. Hurricane Irene and the tropical storm season will be discussed, plus a look at how the forecasts for fall and winter are shaping up.
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
8/27/2011
7:00 AM
110826F
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Garden Talk: Roses with Lois Ann Helgeson
After seven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry learns all about how to choose and grow roses from a master rosarian.
Guest: Lois Ann Helgeson, master rosarian and speaker at the upcoming North Central District Rose Show and Convention
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Friday
8/26/2011
11:00 AM
110826F
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Garden Talk: Roses with Lois Ann Helgeson
After eleven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry learns all about how to choose and grow Roses.
Guest: Lois Ann Helgeson, master rosarian and speaker at the upcoming North Central District Rose Show and Convention
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Thursday
8/25/2011
11:00 AM
110825F
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Saving Successfully for your Retirement
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guest has advice on how to assess your retirement needs, and how to save and invest for it.
Guest: Frank Armstrong, certified financial planner. Founder, Investor Solutions, Inc. Author, "The Informed Investor"; Co-author, "Save Your Retirement".
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