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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Thursday
8/25/2011
11:45 AM
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Teaching children financial literacy
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns how best to introduce the concepts of money, budgeting, and saving to children. His guest is a U-W professor who consulted with Sesame Street on their project, "For Me, for You, for Later: First Steps to Spending, Sharing, and Saving".
Guest: Karen Holden, Center for Financial Security affiliate. Professor of consumer science, School of Human Ecology, UW-Madison.
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Wednesday
8/24/2011
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
After eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what's going on in the insect world. Fall invading critters like the box elder bug, cluster flies, and the Asian lady beetle are discussed. Plus, how to get caterpillars and cocoons through the winter.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, Director, UW Madison Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Tuesday
8/23/2011
11:00 AM
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Healthy approaches to stress relief for students
School is just around the corner for children and young people at all levels of study. After eleven, Larry Meiller gets tips for helping young people ... and the rest of us ... manage stress in a positive and healthy way.
Guest: Bob McGrath, Coordinator, Mind/Body Wellness Services, department of Counseling and Consultation Services, UW-Madison.
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Tuesday
8/23/2011
11:45 AM
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Quilt Expo preview with Nancy Zieman
After eleven-forty-five, Larry Meiller talks with the host of Wisconsin Public Television's "Sewing with Nancy" about the upcoming WPT Quilt Expo, and her twenty years on her show.
Guest: Nancy Zieman ("ZEE-man"), host, "Sewing with Nancy"
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Monday
8/22/2011
11:00 AM
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How to preserve the garden's bounty
At eleven, Larry Meiller learns about various ways to preserve the bounty of the garden for year-round enjoyment. Plus, listeners will be encouraged to contribute recipes to a new cookbook.
Guests:
- Kiera Mulvey, Executive Director of the Madison Area Community Supported Agriculture Coalition, organic farmer at Blue Moon Community Farm in Stoughton, WI
- Debra Shapiro, food and cooking writer with over 15 years of restaurant experience
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Monday
8/22/2011
11:45 AM
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Karen Parker, "Indomitable Pluck"
Larry Meiller learns at eleven forty-five how the Elroy-Sparta bike trail first became part of the Chicago & Northwestern railroad, and then a successful rails to trails project.
Guest: Karen Parker, author of "Indomitable Pluck: One Railroad, Three Tunnels, and America's First Rails-to-Trails Bike Path."
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Saturday
8/20/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
After seven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Prairie and other native plants can be a lower-maintenance and healthy option for your landscape. Learn how to incorporate those plants and to help them thrive.
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Friday
8/19/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Neil Diboll
After eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Prairie and other native plants can be a lower-maintenance and healthy option for your landscape. Learn how to incorporate those plants and to help them thrive.
Guest: Neil Diboll, ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Thursday
8/18/2011
11:00 AM
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Consumer protection and back to school issues
Larry Meiller's topic at eleven is consumer protection. He'll find out about back to school consumer issues, plus landlord-tenant problems to be aware of. They answer listener questions, too.
Guests:
- Sandy Chalmers is the Administrator, Division of Trade and Consumer Protection, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
- Michelle Reinen ("RYE-nen"), Director, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
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Wednesday
8/17/2011
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin wildlife update
After eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what's going on with Wisconsin wildlife . . . right now . . . and what to watch for as we get closer to fall.
Guest: David Drake, extension wildlife specialist, associate professor of Forest and Wildlife Ecology, UW-Madison.
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Tuesday
8/16/2011
11:00 AM
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Democracy in Frank Lloyd Wright's Architecture
Several of Frank Lloyd Wright's Wisconsin structures are marking significant anniversaries this year. After eleven, Larry Meiller learns how Frank Lloyd Wright's concept of democracy is expressed in his architecture, and an upcoming event on that theme.
Guest: Sidney Robinson, architect, Taliesin Preservation Inc., Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. Professor emeritus, University of Illinois at Chicago.
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Tuesday
8/16/2011
11:45 AM
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Victoria Houston, "Dead Deceiver"
The frozen Wisconsin north, the murder of a young woman, a wealthy philanthropist, and an international fishing festival coming to town. These are some of the elements in a new mystery that Larry Meiller's guest at eleven crafted. She'll also share tips on how to write successfully.
Guest: Victoria Houston, author of "Dead Deceiver".
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Monday
8/15/2011
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guests share advice on how to stay active and healthy without injury. With back to school time right around the corner, is there a best way to carry backpacks? Fall sports and harvesting in the garden will be discussed as well.
Guests
- Bill Boissonnault ("BOYZ-an-alt"), associate professor, UW School of Medicine and Public Health; senior physical therapist, Spine Center Physical Therapy Clinic, UW Hospital and Clinics
- Lori Thein ("tine") Brody, physical therapist and athletic trainer, UW Sports Medicine and Spine Center; graduate program director, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, Provo, UT
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Saturday
8/13/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Laura Jull and Brian Hudelson
After seven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Garden diseases are the topic, with a special emphasis on woody ornamentals.
Guests:
- Laura Jull, Associate Professor of Horticulture, UW-Madison
- Brian Hudelson, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic, UW-Madison
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Friday
8/12/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Laura Jull and Brian Hudelson
At eleven, it's time for Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Garden diseases will be the topic, with a special emphasis on woody ornamentals.
Guests:
- Laura Jull, Associate Professor of Horticulture, UW-Madison
- Brian Hudelson, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic, UW-Madison
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Thursday
8/11/2011
11:00 AM
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Home Repair and Improvement
Home improvement and repair is the topic at eleven. Larry Meiller finds out what projects we should prioritize while we still have a couple months of warm weather ahead of us.
Guests:
- Ken Adams, Adams Design Construction in Madison
- John Freiburger, Freiburger and Associates in Fitchburg
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Wednesday
8/10/2011
11:00 AM
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Daylilies in your landscape
Daylilies are the topic for Larry Meiller, after eleven. These easy-to-care-for blossoms can add interest to just about any landscape. Learn how to successfully incorporate them into your garden.
Guests:
-Jean Bawden of Earth Spirit Farms, Oregon
- Rosemary Kleinheinz, co-chair of the Wisconsin Daylily Society's upcoming sale
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Wednesday
8/10/2011
11:45 AM
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Wildlife surveys
Larry Meiller hears about wildlife surveys, after eleven forty-five. What kinds of animals are counted and why? He'll also learn how interested citizens can get involved.
Guest: Brian Dhuey ("DOO-ee"), Wildlife Surveys and Database Manager, Bureau of Science Services, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Tuesday
8/9/2011
11:00 AM
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks pet health with his guest. Topics will include the importance of measuring your pet's food, and how to safely remove a tick.
Guest: Dr. Sandi Sawchuk of the UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
8/8/2011
11:00 AM
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Late summer astronomy tips
After eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what to look for in the Wisconsin night skies . . . and when.
Guests:
- Dr. Jim Lattis, Director, UW Space Place, professor, Astronomy Department, UW-Madison
- Tom Hall, optics specialist with Eagle Optics in Middleton
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Saturday
8/6/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Shelley Ryan
After seven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry's guest shares tips for a healthy and productive garden, and previews upcoming episodes of Wisconsin Public Television's program, "The Wisconsin Gardener."
Guest: Shelley Ryan, host of "The Wisconsin Gardener" on Wisconsin Public Television
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Friday
8/5/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Shelley Ryan
After eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry's guest shares tips for a healthy and productive garden, and previews upcoming episodes of Wisconsin Public Television's program, "The Wisconsin Gardener."
Guest: Shelley Ryan, host of "The Wisconsin Gardener" on Wisconsin Public Television
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Thursday
8/4/2011
11:00 AM
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The costs and benefits of a liberal arts educati...
The price tag associated with a liberal arts degree continues to rise each year. Does the earning potential of those graduates justify the cost? Or is there more to the equation than meets the eye? Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven, thinks that there are many less-tangible benefits to this type of education.
Guest: Thomas Pleger ("PLAY-gher"), Dean and Campus Executive Officer of University of Wisconsin-Baraboo/Sauk County
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Thursday
8/4/2011
11:45 AM
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Jobhunting tips and advice
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller talks with a recruitment expert about how to improve your chances on the job market. From how and when to apply, to the appropriate follow-up after an interview, we'll cover important points for job-seekers.
Guest: Paige Goldner, Managing Director, Executive Search, for QTI Professional Staffing
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Wednesday
8/3/2011
11:00 AM
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Environmental Politics and the Creation of a Dre...
The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore is an environmental wonder of Wisconsin. But how did it come to be? Larry Meiller's guest at eleven is the author of a book that explores the political processes that lend to its establishment.
Guests:
- Annie L. Booth, co-author of "Environmental Politics and the Creation of a Dream: Establishing the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore"
- Steve Born, emeritus professor of Urban and Regional Planning and Environmental Studies at UW-Madison
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Wednesday
8/3/2011
11:45 AM
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Devil's Lake, Wisconsin and the CCC
Devil's Lake, in South Central Wisconsin, had always been a natural wonder, but how did it become such a well-known destination with an infrastructure to host tourists? At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller talks with the author of a new book that chronicles the role the Civilian Conservation Corps played as part of the New Deal.
Guest: Robert Moore, author of "Devil's Lake, Wisconsin and the Civilian Conservation Corps"
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Tuesday
8/2/2011
11:00 AM
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Travel advice with Rick Seaney
At eleven, Larry Meiller's guest shares his expertise on planning and booking travel. Whether it's a family getaway or the vacation of a lifetime, Rick Seaney will have great advice to make it the best trip possible.
Guest: Rick Seaney, CEO of www.FareCompare.com
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Tuesday
8/2/2011
11:45 AM
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Wisconsin's county fairs
County fairs are a big part of life in Wisconsin, and many adults have fond memories of participating as children. Larry Meiller's guests at eleven forty-five will share in the wide variety of fairs in the state, and how they have ... or haven't changed over the years.
Guests:
- Bob Williams, Coordinator of Fairs at the WI Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP)
- Becky Gutzman, Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program Coordinator for Columbia and Dodge Counties, judge for 4-H and Open Exhibits at several fairs each summer.
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Monday
8/1/2011
11:00 AM
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Computer Upgrades and other Tech Advice
At eleven, Larry Meiller talks with a computer expert who will help keep your system running well. When do you know it is time to upgrade your system? Changing or upgrading operating systems can be intimidating, and whether you're using a Mac or a PC, there are compatibility issues to consider.
Guest: Peter Greene of www.Infostar.com
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Saturday
7/30/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lawns with Doug Soldat
After seven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry's guest shares tips on how to grow a healthy lawn that is also sustainable and makes good use of resources.
Guest: Doug Soldat, soil scientist and professor, UW-Madison
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Friday
7/29/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Lawns with Doug Soldat
After eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry's guest shares tips on how to grow a healthy lawn that is also sustainable and makes good use of resources.
Guest: Doug Soldat, soil scientist and professor, UW-Madison
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Thursday
7/28/2011
11:00 AM
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Traveling Wisconsin with Tourism Secretary Klett
The Wisconsin Secretary of Tourism joins Larry Meiller at eleven. They'll talk about their favorite Wisconsin destinations, and upcoming festivals and events.
Guest: Stephanie Klett, Secretary, Department of Tourism
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Thursday
7/28/2011
11:45 AM
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Social media and social networking
At elven forty-five, Larry Meiller talks about social media. What is Google +, anyway?
Guest: Don Stanley, faculty associate in Life Sciences Communication, owner, 3Rhino Media.
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Wednesday
7/27/2011
11:00 AM
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Foraging for berries and other mid-summer treats
It's high season for berries and other delicacies. Larry Meiller's guest at eleven will tell us where to look and how to harvest them.
Guest: Sam Thayer, author, "Nature's Garden" and "Nature's Garden: Edible Wild Plants"
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Wednesday
7/27/2011
11:45 AM
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Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center: forestry
At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller hears about sustainable forestry practices and research from staff of the Great lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC).
Guests:
- John Greenler, Ph.D., Director of the Education and Outreach Program, Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC)
- Tom Gower, UW-Madison professor of forest and wildlife ecology, College of Agriculture & Life Sciences
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Tuesday
7/26/2011
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin's cheeses
Cheese is the topic at eleven. Larry Meiller's guest shares her passion for, and knowledge of, the product with which Wisconsin may be most closely associated.
Guest: Jeanne ("Jeenee") Carpenter, founder, Wisconsin Cheese Originals
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Tuesday
7/26/2011
11:45 AM
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Paddling Hawai'i, and closer to home
Paddling is a great way to explore an area, whether in Wisconsin or an exotic location. At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller's guest shares his favorite destinations both near and far.
Guest: Darren Bush, owner and chief paddling evangelist, Rutabaga Paddlesports
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Monday
7/25/2011
11:00 AM
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Catherine Friend: "Sheepish"
At eleven, Larry Meiller talks with the author of a book about raising sheep ... and what we can learn from those woolly creatures.
Guest: Catherine Friend, author of "Sheepish: Two Women, Fifty Sheep & Enough Wool to Save the Planet"
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Monday
7/25/2011
11:45 AM
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The Weather Guys: extreme summer heat
The UW Weather Guys visit with Larry Meiller at eleven forty-five. They'll explain the factors that kept the excessively hot weather hovering over Wisconsin last week, and they'll tell us what the rest of the summer is looking like.
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
7/23/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Mark Dwyer
At seven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk. Today, Larry Meiller learns about scented plants to enhance our gardens, compact vegetables, and more.
Guest: Mark Dwyer, landscape manager, Rotary Gardens in Janesville.
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Friday
7/22/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Mark Dwyer
At eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk. Today, Larry Meiller learns about scented plants to enhance our gardens, compact vegetables, and more.
Guest: Mark Dwyer, landscape manager, Rotary Gardens in Janesville.
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Thursday
7/21/2011
11:00 AM
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Making Healthy Nutritional Choices
A new study indicates that eating potatoes can have quite an impact on the waistline. After eleven, Larry Meiller's guest helps us navigate our nutrition choices.
Guest: Susan Nitzke, Professor Emerita of Nutritional Sciences, UW-Madison
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Thursday
7/21/2011
11:45 AM
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Green Drive Expo and Hybrid Technology
After eleven-forty-five, Larry Meiller hears about the upcoming Green Car Expo, and what new developments there are in hybrid automotive technology.
Guests:
- Glenn Bower, Automotive Faculty Advisor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
- John Dolan, Smart Motors
- Eric Powers, Green Drive Expo
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Wednesday
7/20/2011
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
After eleven, Larry Meiller welcomes entomologist Phil Pellitteri to talk about the fascinating world of insects. Japanese beetles and mosquitoes have definitely arrived. What other insects are particularly active now?
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist and head, UW-Madison Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Tuesday
7/19/2011
11:00 AM
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Summer Beers
Summer and beer seem to go hand-in-hand, especially in Wisconsin. At eleven, Larry Meiller's guests are passionate about microbrews. They'll share summer beer suggestions, and their favorite beer and food pairings.
Guests:
- Dan Dettmers, process design engineer, Gorst Valley Hops, town of Berry, near Mazomanie
- Bill Rogers, owner of The Malt House, Madison, veteran home brewer, active member, Madison Homebrewers and Tasters Guild.
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Tuesday
7/19/2011
11:45 AM
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Summer River Fun
After eleven-forty-five, Larry Meiller talks about Summer river fun, with a special focus on the driftless area of Southwestern Wisconsin.
Guests:
- Reggie McLeod, Big River Magazine
- Dean Klinkenberg, author, "The Driftless Area Guide"
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Monday
7/18/2011
11:00 AM
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Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guests have advice on how to support and care for loved ones living with dementia.
Guests:
- Suzanna Waters Castillo, PhD, MSSW, Programs on Aging, Division of Continuing Study, UW-Madison
- Teepa Snow, certified occupational therapist and dementia consultant.
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Monday
7/18/2011
11:45 AM
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"The Greatest Game Ever Pitched"
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller talks with the author of a book that details what's been called the greatest baseball pitching duel of the 20th century. A look back at that day in July of 1963 . . . what the times were like in the U.S., and in the world of sports . . . and the personal histories of the men on the mound.
Guest: Jim Kaplan, author, "The Greatest Game Ever Pitched: Juan Marichal, Warren Spahn, and the Pitching Duel of the Century"
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Saturday
7/16/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Herbs with Marge Snyder
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Today, learn about growing and using fresh herbs.
Guest: Marge Snyder, Madison Herb Society
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Friday
7/15/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Herbs with Marge Snyder
Join Larry Meiller, after eleven, for another edition of Garden Talk. Today, learn how to grow and use fresh herbs.
Guest: Marge Snyder, Madison Herb Society.
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Thursday
7/14/2011
11:00 AM
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Home Repair and Improvement
After 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
7/13/2011
11:00 AM
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Candice Andrews, "Beyond the Trees"
After eleven, Larry Meiller welcomes the author of a book that features Wisconsin state and national forests.
Guest: Candice Andrews, author, "Beyond the Trees: Stories of Wisconsin Forests"
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Wednesday
7/13/2011
11:45 AM
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Update on Wisconsin's bats
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller gets an update on the bat population in Wisconsin.
Guest: Dave Redell, bat ecologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
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Tuesday
7/12/2011
11:00 AM
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Dr. Sandi Sawchuk: Keeping pets healthy and happ...
Pet care is the topic, after eleven. Larry Meiller finds out about preventing obesity in cats, ten cat adoption tips, and whether generic pet medications are just as good as name brand.
Guest: Sandi Sawchuk, DVM, UW School of Veterinary Medicine
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Monday
7/11/2011
11:00 AM
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Avoiding skin cancer
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guest shares advice on how to protect your skin from the sun, and the latest in prevention, detection, and treatment of skin cancer.
Guest: Dr. Dick Neils, ("niles"), dermatologist, practicing in Watertown and Oconomowoc
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Monday
7/11/2011
11:45 AM
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Women in Agriculture
Women in farming is the topic, after eleven forty-five. Larry Meiller welcomes two women in the field, and learns about upcoming training available for women interested in becoming farmers.
Guests:
- Janet Gamble, manager, Turtle Creek Gardens
- Lisa Kivirist, ("KIV-er-ist") director, MOSES Rural Women's Project (RWP)
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Saturday
7/9/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry and his guest tackle all kinds of garden questions ... from bedding plants to bug infestations, from eggplants to echinacea ("EHK-in-AY-sha")!
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based gardening expert and author.
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Friday
7/8/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Melinda Myers
After eleven, it's another edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry and his guest look at all kinds of garden questions . . . from bedding plants to bug infestations, from eggplants to echinacea ("EHK-in-AY-sha").
Guest: Melinda Myers, Milwaukee-based gardening expert. Author of more than twenty books on gardening.
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Thursday
7/7/2011
11:00 AM
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Getting the most out of your digital camera
After eleven, Larry Meiller gets the latest tips and tricks for getting the most out of digital cameras. He and his guest also take a look at some great new multi-media software for home use.
Guest: Jack Socha ("SO-sha"), photography instructor, Spring Grove, MN http://www.acpress.com/
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Thursday
7/7/2011
11:45 AM
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Staying on track with summer fitness
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller talks with fitness expert Dustin Maher (MAH-her) about how to take better care of ourselves. Just because Summer can be very busy, we can't let that get in the way of exercize and healthy eating.
Guest: Dustin Maher, personal trainer and fitness expert, with a degree in Kinesiology Exercise Science, University of Wisconsin.
www.dustinmaherfitness.com
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Wednesday
7/6/2011
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin Wildlife with Scott Craven
After eleven, Larry Meiller takes a look at some environmental topics . . . including rising bird seed prices, mid-summer wildlife viewing, good news for grouse hunters this fall, and more.
Guest: Scott Craven, wildlife ecologist, UW Extension
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Tuesday
7/5/2011
11:00 AM
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Wisconsin in the Civil War
After eleven, Larry Meiller commemorates the one-hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the start of the U.S. Civil War. A look at the involvement in, and the impact on Wisconsin.
Guest: Rebecca Looney, Curator of History, Neville Public Museum, Green Bay. Exhibit Curator, "Badger Boys: Northeast Wisconsin and the Civil War".
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Tuesday
7/5/2011
11:45 AM
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Wisconsin's Native Americans in the U.S. Civil W...
After, eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller continues the commemoration of the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the start of the U.S. Civil War, with a look at the involvement of Wisconsin Native Americans.
Guest: Russell Horton, Reference and Outreach Archivist, Wisconsin Veterans Museum. http://museum.dva.state.wi.us/
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Monday
7/4/2011
11:00 AM
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Summer Birdwatching
After eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") discusses birdwatching with her guests. You may think that Summer is a slow time for spotting birds, but there are some interesting sightings going on in our state.
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
7/2/2011
7:00 AM
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Larry Meiller
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. This week, Larry's guests share tips for healthy gardens . . . and some garden-inspired haiku (high-KOO) poems, too.
Guests: The Vicars of Vegetables: UW-Madison horticulture professors Jim Nienhuis ("NEE-en-hoose") and Irwin Goldman.
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Friday
7/1/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: The Vicars of Vegetables
After eleven, Larry Meiller hosts another edition of Garden Talk. This week, his guests share tips for healthy gardens ... and some garden-inspired haiku poems, too.
Guests: The Vicars of Vegetables: UW-Madison horticulture professors Jim Nienhuis ("NEE-en-hoose") and Irwin Goldman.
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Thursday
6/30/2011
11:00 AM
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Patricia McConnell, "Love Has No Age Limit"
After eleven, Larry Meiller welcomes animal behaviorist Patricia McConnell. They'll talk about her new book, "Love Has No Age Limit: Welcoming an Adopted Dog into Your Home."
Guest: Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist.
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Wednesday
6/29/2011
11:45 AM
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Ed Janus, "Creating Dairyland"
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller welcomes the author of a new book that explores the story of how Wisconsin became a dairy state. You might be surprised by the twists and turns.
Guest: Ed Janus, audio journalist, writer, and oral historian. Author, "Creating Dairyland: How caring for cows saved our soil, created our landscape, brought prosperity to our state, and still shapes our way of life in Wisconsin."
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Tuesday
6/28/2011
11:00 AM
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Stroke Prevention and Treatment
After eleven, Larry Meiller learns about how to prevent and treat stroke. Larry's guest describes what we can do to avoid having a stroke, and the risk factors to be aware of.
Guest: Dr. Matthew Jensen, assistant professor of neurology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. Member, UW Health Comprehensive Stroke Program.
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Tuesday
6/28/2011
11:45 AM
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Genealogy How-To: Digging into Family History
Are you curious about the history of your family? Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven forty-five, talks about the latest in genealogy, and shares great resources for digging into your family story.
Guest: Barbara Banks, genealogist and author. Workshop instructor on genealogical research.
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Monday
6/27/2011
11:00 AM
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Kelly, Dorfman, "What's Eating Your Child?"
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with the author of "What's Eating Your Child?" about how nutrition can be both a cause and cure for many childhood ailments. A look at the connection between food and A-D-H-D, anxiety, picky eating, ear infections, and more.
Guest: Kelly Dorfman, MS, LND, author, "What's Eating Your Child?"
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Monday
6/27/2011
11:45 AM
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The Weather Guys: tornadoes and more
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller welcomes The UW Weather Guys for their monthly visit. They'll talk about tornadoes, and whether our temperatures this year have been low or normal. Also, a look at some interesting new research on the sun, and why the number of those who don't believe in climate change is increasing.
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
6/25/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Barb Larson
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry's guest has tips to help you solve garden problems, from bugs to berries, perennials to potatoes!
Guest: Barb Larson, Horticulture Educator, UW Extension, Kenosha County
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Friday
6/24/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Barb Larson
After eleven, it's time once again for another edition of Garden Talk, with Larry Meiller. Larry's guest has tips to help you solve your garden problems . . . from bugs, to berries . . . perennials, to potatoes.
Guest: Barb Larson, Horticulture Educator, UW Extension, Kenosha County.
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Thursday
6/23/2011
11:00 AM
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How to Prevent Detect & Treat Colorectal Cancer
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guests discuss the prevention, detection, and treatment of colorectal cancer.
Guests:
- Dr. Noelle Loconte, UW Carbone Cancer Center, assistant professor of medicine, UW School of Medicine and Public Health
- Dr. Gregory Kennedy, Assistant Professor, General Surgery, UW School of Medicine and Public Health, UW Carbone Cancer Center
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Thursday
6/23/2011
11:45 AM
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Consumer Guide to Farm-Raised Fish
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about a newly-published consumer guide with advice on buying farm-raised fish.
Guests:
- Mike Bandli, ADD Program Coordinator, Ag. Development program, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection.
- Jeff Taylor, President, Wisconsin Aquaculture Association (WAA), General Manager, Star Prairie Trout Farm.
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Wednesday
6/22/2011
11:00 AM
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Insect Update with Phil Pellitteri
After eleven, Larry Meiller finds out what's new in the world of insects. Join Larry for an update on the use of wasps to control the Emerald Ash Borer, the status of Gypsy Moth spraying, the impending arrival of the Japanese beetle . . . and more.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist and head, UW-Madison Insect Diagnostic Lab.
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Tuesday
6/21/2011
11:00 AM
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Mitchell Zuckoff, "Lost in Shangri-La"
After eleven, Larry Meiller welcomes the author of a captivating new 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".
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Tuesday
6/21/2011
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.
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Monday
6/20/2011
11:00 AM
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Dean Bakopoulos,
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guest is an author with strong roots in Wisconsin. His latest novel deals with the chronic unhappiness accompanying excess that he sees as an American cultural trait. His book also explores the themes of connection and isolation.
Guest: Dean Bakopoulos ("bah-KAP-o-los"), author of "My American Unhappiness".
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Monday
6/20/2011
11:45 AM
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"Garden Rules"
At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller is joined by the authors of a lighthearted book about making gardening easy and stress-free.
Guests: Billie Brownell and Jayme Jenkins, co-authors of "Garden Rules".
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Saturday
6/18/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Dick Zondag
At seven, it's time for another encore edition of Garden Talk. Larry Meiller's guest will answer questions about keeping perennials, annuals, and food crops growing well.
Guest: Dick Zondag, President of the Jung Seed Company, Randolph, Wisconsin. www.jungseed.com
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Friday
6/17/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Dick Zondag
At eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk. Larry Meiller's guest will answer questions about keeping perennials, annuals, and food crops growing well.
Guest: Dick Zondag, President of the Jung Seed Company, Randolph, Wisconsin. www.jungseed.com
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Thursday
6/16/2011
11:00 AM
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Fathers' Day Grilling Ideas
At eleven, Larry Meiller gets tips for great Fathers' Day grilling, from grilling experts Mad Dog and Merrill. How can we liven up the old favorites, and what are some new things to throw on the grill?
Guests: Mark Mathewson and Gary Merrill, better known as Mad Dog and Merrill, hosts, "Midwest Grill'n" (CW network). Authors, "Forever Tailgating" and "We've Got Gas Grilling Cookbook."
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Thursday
6/16/2011
11:45 AM
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Keeping your Mac Running Well
At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns how to keep Apple computers and other gadgets working well.
Guest: Joe Rhodes, independent Macintosh computer support specialist.
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Wednesday
6/15/2011
11:00 AM
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Midwest Renewable Energy Associaiton Energy Fair
At eleven, Larry Meiller hears about the upcoming Midwest Renewable Energy Association's Energy Fair. Topics will include sustainable agriculture and promising technological developments.
Guests:
- Will Allen, founder, CEO, and farmer-in-chief of Growing Power Inc., a farm and community food center in Milwaukee www.growingpower.org.
- Doug Stingle, Outreach Director, Midwest Renewable Energy Association www.midwestrenew.org.
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Wednesday
6/15/2011
11:45 AM
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Controlling Invasive Plants
Larry Meiller talks with his guests about invasive plants after eleven forty-five. They'll discuss how to identify them, the risks they pose, and the best methods for removing them from your landscape.
Guests:
- Kelly Kearns, Invasive Plant Program Manager with the Endangered Resources Program in Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
- Jerry Doll, emeritus weed scientist of the Agronomy Department at UW-Madison, current president of the Invasive Plants Association of Wisconsin (IPAW).
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Tuesday
6/14/2011
11:00 AM
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Keeping Pets Healthy in the Summer
Pet care is the topic at eleven, when Larry Meiller welcomes Dr. Sandi Sawchuk to the studio. They'll talk about heartworm, and you can take a quiz to see how much you know. Also, Sandi will have advice for keeping pets calm who are fearful of loud noises.
Guest: Dr. Sandra Sawchuk, Clinical Instructor, UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine.
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Monday
6/13/2011
11:00 AM
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Physical Therapy Advice
After eleven, Larry Meiller learns how to stay healthy and injury-free when he talks with physical therapists Bill Boissonnault and Lori Thein Brody. Heat injuries are often overlooked. Learn how to avoid them and other pains and strains during your summer activities.
Guests:
- Associate Professor Bill Boissonnault ("BOY-zan-alt"), UW-Madison School of Medicine
- Lori Thein ("tine") Brody, physical therapist with UW Sports Medicine
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Saturday
6/11/2011
7:00 AM
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Gardening with Prairie and other Native Plants
After seven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") in for Larry Meiller. Judith learns how native plants are not just beautiful additions to your garden, but provide great habitat for birds, bees, and butterflies.
Guest: Neil Diboll ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI
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Friday
6/10/2011
11:00 AM
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Gardening with Prairie and other Native Plants
After eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk with Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") in for Larry Meiller. Judith learns how native plants are not only beautiful additions to your garden, but provide great habitat for birds, bees, and butterflies.
Guest: Neil Diboll ("da-BOWL"), Prairie Nursery, Westfield, WI.
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Thursday
6/9/2011
11:00 AM
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Home Repair and Improvement
Summer To-Do lists often include home improvement and repair . . . and damage from extreme weather can move it to the top of the list. After eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") talks with construction professionals who can help you decide what to do and when.
Guests:
- Ken Adams, Adams Design Construction, Madison
- John Freiburger, Freiburger and Associates, Fitchburg, WI
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Wednesday
6/8/2011
11:00 AM
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Appreciating Urban Wildlife
After eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") is in for Larry Meilller. Judith and her guest take a closer look at the wildlife that's all around us . . . if we take the time to notice . . . and how we can learn a lot from the most common of urban creatures.
Guest: Lyanda Haupt ("LEE-anda Hawpt"), author, "Crow Planet: Essential Wisdom from the Urban Wilderness".
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Wednesday
6/8/2011
11:45 AM
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Successful Foraging
After eleven forty-five, Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") learns how to safely harvest and prepare wild edible plants - there's a lot out there, if you know where to look.
Guest: Sam Thayer, author, "The Forager's Harvest: A Guide to Identifying, Harvesting, and Preparing Wild Edible Plants".
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Tuesday
6/7/2011
11:00 AM
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Autism Spectrum Disorders
After eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS-pwah-SOHn") learns about Autism from a professor of special education, and from the author of a novel for young-adults about dealing with Asperger's Syndrome.
Guests:
- Jacqueline Houtman ("HOWT-man"), Ph.D., science writer. Author, "The Reinvention of Edison Thomas".
- Wendy Machalicek ("Ma-HAWL-uh-check") Ph.D., BCBA-D, Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Psychology & Special Education, UW-Madison.
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Tuesday
6/7/2011
11:45 AM
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Dictionary of American Regional English Update
"Bubbler" . . . or . . ."drinking fountain"? "Soda" . . or . . ."pop"? Ever wonder why we use the words we do? Join Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS-pwah-SOHn"), after eleven forty-five, when she talks with the editor of the Dictionary of American Regional English.
Guest: Joan Hall, Chief Editor, Dictionary of American Regional English (DARE). http://dare.wisc.edu/?q=node/1
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Monday
6/6/2011
11:00 AM
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Personal Computer Advice
Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS-pwah-SOHn") visits at eleven with a computer expert who can help you troubleshoot your hardware and software issues. He'll also share his Top Ten web sites for the month.
Guest: Peter Greene of InfoStar.com
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Saturday
6/4/2011
7:00 AM
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Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller
After seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk. Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") talks with her guests about how to avoid plant disease in the garden, and what to do once it makes an appearance.
Guests:
- Brian Hudelson, - Director, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic in the Dept. of Plant Pathology at UW-Madison.
- Lis (“liz”) Friemoth (“FREE-moth”), Provider of concierge horticultural services through her business, The Garden Hoe.
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Friday
6/3/2011
11:00 AM
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Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller
At eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk, with Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") in for Larry Meiller. Judith and her guests look at how to avoid plant disease in your garden, and what to do once it makes an appearance.
Guests:
- Brian Hudelson, Director, Plant Disease Diagnostics Clinic , Dept. of Plant Pathology, UW-Madison
- Lis (“liz”) Friemoth (“FREE-moth”), The Garden Hoe horticultural services.
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Thursday
6/2/2011
11:00 AM
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Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller
After eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS-pwah-SOHn") learns how to lighten-up family favorite recipes without losing flavor. Plus, how fresh herbs can add to a dish, and how to accommodate a gluten-free diet.
Guest: Chef Michael Feker ("FECK-er") of Il Mito Enoteca in Wauwatosa. http://www.ilmito.com/
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Thursday
6/2/2011
11:45 AM
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Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty-five, Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS-pwah-SOHn") talks with the author of a book that promotes the benefits of spending time outside with your child each and every day.
Guest: Rebecca Cohen, author, "Fifteen Minutes Outside: 365 Ways to Get Out of the House and Connect with Your Kids" http://www.rebeccaplants.com/wordpress/.
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Wednesday
6/1/2011
11:00 AM
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Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with UW-Extension wildlife expert Scott Craven about what the cool, wet Spring has meant for Wisconsin wildlife, and what to do if you come across animal babies.
Guest: Scott Craven, UW-Extension wildlife ecologist.
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Tuesday
5/31/2011
11:00 AM
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Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with the Chancellor of the UW Colleges and UW-Extension about his priorities, and how he supports a unified UW System with operational flexibility.
Guest: Raymond W. (Ray) Cross, Ph.D., Chancellor, University of Wisconsin Colleges and UW-Extension
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Tuesday
5/31/2011
11:45 AM
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After eleven-forty-five, Larry Meiller welcomes the author of a new biography about Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. They'll take a look at his career trajectory, leading The Pack to victory in Super Bowl forty-five, and what the future might hold for the Q-B and his team.
Guest: Rob Reischel (“RYE-shell”), sportswriter and author of "Aaron Rodgers: Leader of the Pack"
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Monday
5/30/2011
11:00 AM
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Birdwatching Tips and Migration Updates
It's all about Birds, after eleven, when Larry Meiller and his guests talk about Wisconsin warblers, how a cool spring has affected migration, and where to go for the best birdwatching.
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
5/28/2011
7:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Bob Tomesh
After seven, it's another fun-filled edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry talks with an expert on how to plant a healthy garden to grow beautiful flowers and tasty vegetables, all season long.
Guest: Bob Tomesh, retired senior lecturer in horticulture at UW-Madison.
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Friday
5/27/2011
11:00 AM
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Garden Talk: Bob Tomesh
After eleven, it's another fun-filled edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller. Larry talks with an expert on how to plant a healthy garden to grow beautiful flowers and tasty vegetables, all season long.
Guest: Bob Tomesh, retired senior lecturer in horticulture, UW-Madison.
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Thursday
5/26/2011
11:00 AM
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Assessing your collectibles with appraiser and a...
Ever wonder what that keepsake handed-down from your Grandmother might be worth? Have an item, and you're not even sure what it's for? Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven, can help you identify what might be trash, and what's a real treasure.
Guest: Shirley Baumann, certified personal property appraiser and registered Wisconsin Auctioneer. Owner, Baumann Auction Services. www.baumannauctions.com
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Thursday
5/26/2011
11:45 AM
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A look at the 2010 Wisconsin Sustainable Busines...
At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller learns about the just-released 2010 Wisconsin Sustainable Business Report from the WI Sustainable Business Council.
Guests:
- Thomas Eggert is the Executive Director of the WI Sustainable Business Council. He is also Associate Director and Advisor for the Center for Business, Environment & Social Responsibility at UW-Madison.
-Lisa Geason-Bauer ("GEE-son BOW-er") is the president of Evolution Marketing and a member of the WI Sustainable Business Council board of directors.
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Wednesday
5/25/2011
11:00 AM
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Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller
After eleven, Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") is in for Larry Meiller. She'll talk with the curator of a fascinating exhibit called "The Romance of Ants" about how to foster children's interest in science.
Guest: Corrie Moreau ("more-ROW"), Assistant Curator of Zoology (Insects), Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago.
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Wednesday
5/25/2011
11:45 AM
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Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller
Judith Siers-Poisson ("SEERS pwah-SOHn") is in for Larry Meiller and, after eleven forty-five, welcomes members of the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center. They'll discuss innovative engine designs that take advantage of bioenergy technologies.
- John Greenler, Ph.D., Director of the Education and Outreach Program, Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC).
- David Rothamer, Assistant Professor in the UW-Madison Department of Mechanical Engineering; he is affiliated with the UW-Madison Engine Research Center.
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Tuesday
5/24/2011
11:00 AM
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Larry Meiller
After eleven, it's all about bugs, when Larry Meiller talks with UW-Madison entomologist Phil Pellitteri. They'll talk about tent caterpillar season, detecting sawflies and scale insects on trees and shrubs, and what to watch for with ants and ticks.
Guest: Phil Pellitteri, entomologist and head, UW-Madison Insect Diagnostic Lab
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Monday
5/23/2011
11:00 AM
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Larry Meiller
Which industries generate the most consumer complaints? At eleven, Larry Meiller and his guest will discuss which are the most problematic, and how to protect yourself. (Original airdate: March 31, 2011)
Guest: Ran Hoth ("hohth"), president & CEO of the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau.
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Monday
5/23/2011
11:45 AM
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Larry Meiller
At eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller's guests share important information on housing, community and economic development resources available to rural Wisconsin residents. (Original airdate: March 31, 2011)
Guests:
- Stan Gruszynski ("Grew-ZIN-ski"), Wisconsin state director, USDA Rural Development.
- Carol Wetuski ("Weh-TUS-ki"), area director for the Dodgeville Area Office of USDA Rural Development.
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Saturday
5/21/2011
7:00 AM
110520F
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Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller
At seven, it's another encore edition of Garden Talk! Judith Siers-Poisson ("Sears-Pwah-SOHn") sits in for Larry Meiller. Judith and her guest will discuss how to successfully grow a variety of vegetables and fruits in containers, and how to keep hanging flower baskets looking great.
Guest: Karen Johannsen of Johanssen's Greenhouses in Madison. http://www.johannsens.com/
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Friday
5/20/2011
11:00 AM
110520F
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Judith Siers-Poisson in for Larry Meiller
At eleven, it's time for another edition of Garden Talk! Judith Siers-Poisson ("Sears-Pwah-SOHn") sits in for Larry Meiller. Judith and her guest will discuss how to successfully grow a variety of vegetables and fruits in containers, and how to keep hanging flower baskets looking great.
Guest: Karen Johannsen of Johanssen's Greenhouses in Madison. http://www.johannsens.com/
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Thursday
5/19/2011
12:00 PM
110519F
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Larry Meiller
At eleven, Larry Meiller learns about the Wisconsin No Call list and an upcoming deadline to sign up. Plus, what current scams should we be aware of?
Guests:
- Sandy Chalmers is the Administrator of the Division of Trade and Consumer Protection
- Michelle Reinen (“RYE-nen”) is Director of the Bureau of Consumer Protection
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Wednesday
5/18/2011
11:00 AM
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Larry Meiller
At eleven, Larry Meiller learns about the National Science Olympiad competition taking place in Madison this week.
Guests:
- Gerard Putz ("puts"), founder and president of the Science Olympiad.
- Bassam Shakhashiri, Professor of Chemistry at the UW-Madison.
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Wednesday
5/18/2011
11:45 AM
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Larry Meiller
Earthworms can be great for soil quality, but they can also be damaging to the environment. Larry Meiller finds out how, at eleven forty-five.
Guests:
- Tom Boos, Forestry Invasive Plants Coordinator for the Division of Forestry of the WI DNR
- Bernadette Williams, Invasive Species Specialist for the Division of Forestry of the WI DNR
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Tuesday
5/17/2011
11:00 AM
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Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller speaks with award-winning author Jeff Shaara about the final book in his World War II series, "The Final Storm", which covers the war in the Pacific.
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Tuesday
5/17/2011
11:45 AM
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Larry Meiller
After eleven forty-five, join Larry Meiller and his guest to learn about hoarseness in children, for Better Speech and Hearing Month.
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Monday
5/16/2011
11:00 AM
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Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guests have great tips on how to work your way back into warmer weather sports and activities, while avoiding discomfort and injury.
Guests:
- Associate Professor Bill Boissonnault ("BOY-zan-alt"), UW-Madison School of Medicine
- Lori Thein ("tine") Brody, physical therapist with UW Sports Medicine
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Saturday
5/14/2011
7:00 AM
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Urban forestry
At seven, it's an encore edition of Garden Talk with Larry Meiller on the road in Northern Wisconsin for "Bayfield in Bloom". Larry's guests discuss urban forestry, and planting with native varieties. Plus, great tips for successful spring gardening.
Guests:
- Jason Fischbach, 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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