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Fir tree-killing insect found in the Midwest; beneficial bugs lauded in new book
An aphid-like insect that attacks and kills evergreens is in Michigan and likely to reach Wisconsin. Entomologist Phil Pellitteri explains. Then we talk to “Insect Epiphany” author and UW-La Crosse […]
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Travel: Road trip to Wisconsin’s coastal towns; Cruises and tropical vacations
First, we talk about the book “Wisconsin Harbor Towns” with travel writer Lori Helke. Then, we get advice on cruises and tropical vacations with Kari Mullikin, a travel agent and […]
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The importance of keeping your muscles in balance; Defeating Seasonal Affective Disorder
Physical therapists Lori Thein Brody and Jill-Thein Nissenbaum tell us how to avoid and treat muscle imbalance. Then we talk to psychiatrist and author Dr. Norman Rosenthal about his 40 […]
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Garden Talk: Putting your garden to bed for the winter; Forcing bulbs for indoor blooms
We’ll talk about late fall garden tasks with Laura Jull. Then Melinda Myers will give us tips on planting bulbs in pots.
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Home improvement; New mystery novel set at UW-Madison
We talk about the best way to build or renovate a home with Ian Schwandt, production manager at TDS Custom Construction, and Chad Speight, a regular guest. Then, a discussion […]
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| Segment Topic | Schedule |
| Wildlife | First Wednesday |
| Consumer Protection | First Thursday, every other month |
| Tech | Second Monday |
| Health | Second Tuesday |
| Home Improvement | Second Thursday |
| PT | Third Monday |
| Pet Care | Fourth Tuesday |
| “Weather Guys” | Last Monday |
Read Along With Larry
Did you know we have a book club? Join us as we read selected books throughout the year, and then discuss them with the author on the show. We tell you what they’ll be before the shows, so you can ask questions too!
| TITLE OF BOOK | SHOW DATE |
| Dreaming in Spanish By Sara Alvarado | Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 |
| The Restaurant Inspector By Alex Pickett | Thursday, May 16, 2024 |
| The Peacekeeper By B L Blanchard | Thursday, June 27, 2024 |
| Blue Lake By Jeffrey Boldt | Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024 |
| When I’m Dead By Hannah Morrissey | Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024 |
| *Special Show* Hear from WPR staff about their favorite books | Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024 |
Show Blog
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Praying mantis sightings spiked this fall in Wisconsin
PJ Liesch, manager of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Insect Diagnostic Lab, told Larry Meiller recently that this is the best year he can recall for…
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Social Security at 90: The financial status of the US’s largest federal program
UW-Madison Professor Emerita Karen Holden visited “The Larry Meiller Show” to discuss the current and future solvency of the Social Security program.
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Unraveling misinformation about cancer clinical trials
UW Health’s Sarah Kotila is working to clear things up for cancer patients and their families. She’s a nurse and the clinical trials navigator manager…
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How to paint your home like a professional
You need to put in the prep work if you want to paint like a master craftsperson, said Nick Slavik, proprietor of the Nick Slavik…