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Garden Talk: Elevate your soil with wool; Heirloom apples
We talk with two Wisconsin entrepreneurs about improving your soil with the use of pellets made from locally sourced wool. Then we talk with an expert on heirloom apple varieties.
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In the home: Learning about electrical projects & Caribbean cooking
On today’s show we go from your home’s power grid to your home’s kitchen: First we cover what to know about revamping your home’s electrical system with Adam Gullickson, an electrician, and Chad Speight, a renovations expert. Then we talk about a cookbook called “Belly Full: Exploring Caribbean Cuisine Through 11 Fundamental Ingredients and Over…
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The latest in eye health; How one woman helped her friend by donating a kidney
First, Dr. David Gamm joins us to tell us about the latest research in eye health. Then, we learn more about organ donation from surgeon Dr. Ty Dunn, kidney donor Deb Kness and kidney transplant recipient Jeff Kaul.
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New versions of classic Christmas tunes, Santa at the studio
First, we hear newer recordings of familiar Christmas songs. Author and podcast host Tom Wilmeth returns to take us through the years. At noon, it’s a special visit from Santa and an elf named Jingle. They will be ready to hear what Wisconsin’s kids want for Christmas at the number 800-642-1234 or email talk@wpr.org.
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Tax season prep, and learning adult skills
The deadline to pay 2024 taxes isn’t until April, but preparation begins now. Then, we talk about the life skills many of us may wish we were taught as a teenager.
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Garden Talk: How to take care of your holiday plants; Growing your own tea – inside
Short days and long nights call for cheery plants and hot cups of tea. Tovah Martin is back to talk about caring for holiday plants and we talk to tea expert Christine Parks about growing your own tea plant.
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Recurring Segments
| 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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Snowy owl sightings are higher than in recent years
DNR conservation biologist Ryan Brady Brady joined WPR’s “The Larry Meiller Show” to talk about the breeding and predation habits of snowy owls, as well…
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Give the gift of conservation, love for the outdoors
There are several ways to please nature-lovers this holiday season through wildlife conservation efforts in Wisconsin, senior wildlife outreach specialist Jamie Nack told WPR’s Larry…
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Admirals’ president reflects on success of hockey in Milwaukee
Jon Greenburg joined WPR’s “The Larry Meiller Show” to talk about the Admirals’ recent success and the team’s relationship with Milwaukee.
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Wisconsin-based horror novel, AI nonfiction make list of best book gifts this holiday season
Joining WPR’s “The Larry Meiller Show” recently with some of their favorite books were Daniel Goldin, Tessa Michaelson Schmidt and Megan Schliesman.