The Larry Meiller Show

Wisconsin Public Radio

Join host Larry Meiller every weekday morning from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on WPR's Ideas Network stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests. Also tune in to an encore broadcast of Friday's " Garden Talk " show every Saturday morning at 7 a.m.

  • Garden Talk: Keeping tender plants safe; Compost for all
    We talk with Mark Dwyer about keeping marginal zone plants from succumbing to winter. And then we’ll look at how to compost anywhere.
    22 November 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    Wisconsin musicians: Les Paul, Take It Easy and Luray
    First, we talk about music legend Les Paul, who was born in Waukesha. Sue Baker joins us from The Les Paul Foundation. Then, we’re joined by Chris Boyden of Take […]
    21 November 2024, 8:45 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    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 […]
    20 November 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    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 […]
    19 November 2024, 7:30 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    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 […]
    18 November 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    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.
    15 November 2024, 8:00 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    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 […]
    14 November 2024, 8:18 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    Outdoor writers talk deer hunting, ecologist explains phenology
    Four writers discuss hunting and other issues involving the Department of Natural Resources. Then, wildlife ecologist Stan Temple returns with a new Wisconsin phenology calendar.
    13 November 2024, 8:15 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    Pancreas cancer awareness; Aging and loneliness
    First, we talk about pancreas cancer treatments and support with oncologist Dr. Monica Patel and Kathe Blakeslee, a member of the Pancreas Cancer Task Force. Then, we talk about aging […]
    12 November 2024, 9:00 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    Near future could include ambient computing, pain medicine made from plants
    We talk about the pros and cons of ambient computing with Beth D’Angelo, a UW-Madison IT specialist. Then, UW-Madison researcher Steven Karlen explains his team’s new method of making products, […]
    11 November 2024, 8:34 pm
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    Garden Talk: Food science for gardeners; Growing edible houseplants
    As our growing season is ending we get into the weeds with two authors. First we’ll talk about using the power of science to produce healthier fruit and veggies. And […]
    8 November 2024, 7:45 pm
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