The Larry Meiller Show
Summary: Join host Larry Meiller every weekday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on The Ideas Network stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests.
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- Copyright: Copyright 2013 by Wisconsin Public Radio
Podcasts:
Caring for large animals takes specialized training. We talk with a large animal veterinarian about horses, foals, cattle, calves, pigs, goats and sheep.
The Weather Guys are back to talk about why we went from a very chilly April to a very hot May in one week. We also look at dust clouds and how they affect weather.
Scientists predict that we need to remove 10 gigatons of carbon from the earth's atmosphere every year by 2050 to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. We speak with two engineering experts about the potential to capture and remove carbon from the air to reduce the temperature of the planet. Their technology, developed at UW Madison, turns carbon dioxide into a limestone that can be used in construction.
June is National Pollinator Month. To celebrate we talk about what you can do in your garden to create more and better habitat for bees, butterflies and other pollinators.
Spring bird migration continues through May. We talk about how birds have been affected by unusual spring weather and what you can do in your backyard to help them on their journey.
Many kinds of insects emerge in the spring, some are beneficial - some aren’t. We talk with an entomologist about ants, bees, caterpillars and ticks.
Taking care of your teeth is important at every age. We speak with a dentist about why adults need regular checkups and what you can do to keep your teeth healthy.
Staying hydrated is a little more complicated than drinking 8 glasses of water a day. We talk with two experts about summer drinks for kids, hydration for older adults and for those who are involved in intense exercise.
Fisheries in the Great Lakes are under stress. We talk with an expert from the Wisconsin Sea Grant about how fish populations are doing and what kinds of research is being conducted.
Phosphorus is essential for life but current mining and farming practices are causing environmental damage. We talk with a researcher about current efforts to find better ways of utilizing the element.
It’s time to enjoy more outdoor activities. We talk to a dermatologist about how to safely enjoy the outdoors and reduce our exposure to UV radiation.
More people complain about headaches than any other medical problem. We talk about why we get headaches, what happens in our bodies when we do, and how to get rid of them.
Whether you have a PC or a Mac, backing up your data is a good idea. We talk with a tech expert about the advantages and how to do it. We also look at docking stations and why it may be a good option for you.
Planting season is finally here. Before you get those trees, shrubs and perennials in the ground make sure you know how to plant them correctly.
Playing games has been important to many cultures throughout human history. We look at seven different games, how they were developed and why we play them.