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:
Supper clubs in Wisconsin are known for their Friday fish fry’s, old-fashioned cocktails and live entertainment. The author of a new book talks about Wisconsin’s most iconic supper clubs and how this dining tradition started.
Who says you can only bake stollen at Christmas? Not our guest. He talks about making small changes to traditional recipes to fit any time of the year. We’ll also look at making a pizza stromboli.
Migrating birds are making their way back to Wisconsin. We talk about what species are here, new tracking methods, and where they go in the winter.
Temperatures are warming up and that means our beloved pets will be spending more time in the great outdoors. But according to AKC Reunite, one in three pets will become lost at some point in their life. Our guest explains how pet microchips work and offers guidance on flea and tick prevention.
According to the Arthritis Foundation, about half of all women and one-quarter of all men will experience osteoarthritis in the hands by the time they are 85 years old. Ahead of spring gardening, our physical therapists explain how to treat this type of arthritis in the hands and wrists.
Growing and caring for houseplants has become a popular hobby for many people in the last few years. We talk with the author of a new book about how keeping plants happy can make you happy too.
In 1981, the non-profit organization, CelticMKE, created the Milwaukee Irish Fest. On this St. Patrick's Day, we learn about the event’s creation as we explore the rich Irish history and culture of Milwaukee.
To ancient Celtic Tribes, trees were sacred providers and teachers. On this St. Patrick’s Day, we explore the Celtic wisdom of trees and one woman’s mission to save them and combat climate change.
Do the rumors of giant, parachuting spiders have you scared? We talk to an entomologist to see if you need to be concerned. We also look at spongy moths and tell you how to spot them.
This year, individual tax returns are due by Monday, April 18th. But before you file by mail or electronically, we have an expert to help you through child tax credits, unemployment assistance, and more.
According to Goldman Sachs, Russia is one of the world’s most sophisticated cyber-aggressors. For this tech update, we talk about cyber attacks happening in both Ukraine and Russia. Our guest also explains how the U.S. plans to ramp up their cyber protection.
Not all seeds are created equal and not all are created for your garden. We talk with two experts about how to select the right seeds and how to access performance data before you buy.
Since the pandemic started, people are thinking more about improving their homes, including their outdoor spaces. We talk about deck building materials with our guests and how the pandemic has affected supply chains.
The traditional Native American relationship between people and plants has been lost to many in the indigenous community. We talk about a nonprofit organization that is helping to restore those connections through growing food.
There are lots of reasons to look forward to spring in Wisconsin, one of them is Leopold Week. We talk with an environmental and science journalist, and a representative from the Aldo Leopold Foundation about Leopold's legacy.