The Larry Meiller Show

The Larry Meiller Show

Join host Larry Meiller every weekday from 11 a.m. to 01:00 p.m. on WPR News stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests.

Episodes

Garden Talk: Mid-season adjustments and what it’s like to exhibit at the Chelsea Flower Show

July 18, 2025 • 98 mins
UW Extension Outreach Specialist Bruce Spangenberg is back to share advice on summer gardening. In the last half hour of the show we talk to an orchid expert about breeding […]
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Septic system care, Toxicology 101, Oshkosh’s AirVenture event coming up next week

July 17, 2025 • 99 mins
First, we talk about how to maintain your septic system with Matthew Janzen of the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Then, toxicologist Ryan Feldman tells us about the science, management and history of poison. Finally, we talk with Dick Knapinski ahead of Oshkosh’s EAA AirVenture.
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Insects both welcomed and shunned; then, large study of bird songs reveals complexity

July 16, 2025 • 99 mins
UW-Madison entomologist PJ Liesch returns to talk about the bugs we love and hate. Then we talk to another researcher on campus, Sathya Chandra Sagar, about his work on a global study of bird calls.
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Ice cream science, Taking care of old keepsakes, The story of cherries in Door County

July 15, 2025 • 99 mins
We explore the science behind ice cream with Scott Rankin, a professor of food science from UW-Madison. Then, we hear how to take care of heirlooms from Kat Latham of the Wisconsin Historical Society. We talk about the history of Door County cherries with Amy Frank, executive director of the Door County Historical Society. And finally we’ll get some ideas from you for future shows.
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AI’s mixed success; and the history of cartography

July 14, 2025 • 99 mins
Generative AI may “hallucinate” and pollute the internet, but it is a powerful tool for scientific inquiry, we learn. Then, 50 years of the History of Cartography Project is expected to result in six massive volumes of maps and analysis.
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Garden Talk: Outdoor living spaces; Getting the most out of your summer garden

July 11, 2025 • 99 mins
Now is the time of year to really enjoy your yard. We share some updates on the latest in patio design with the owner of Hawks Landscape. And then talk with Diana Alfuth about how to beat the summer garden doldrums.
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Home improvement: Remodeling trends and roof care

July 10, 2025 • 99 mins
First, residential remodeler Chad Speight returns to talk about the latest trends in home renovations. Then, we talk with Josiah Perkins, a roofing contractor, about summertime roof care.
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Storing animal DNA; the value of school forest programs; and the arrival of paddling season

July 9, 2025 • 100 mins
“Banking” DNA from endangered regional animals is under consideration by UW researchers. Then, we talk about forest school programs, which started in Wisconsin nearly 100 years ago. Then, we get seasonal paddling advice.
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Protect your eyes this summer, Latest in diabetes care, Festival celebrates agroforestry

July 8, 2025 • 99 mins
Mayo Clinic Ophthalmologist Dr. Matthew Cooke joins to talk about taking care of your eyes this summer. Then, we talk about the newest technology in diabetes treatments with Dr. Amrinder Singh of Ascension. Finally, we talk about agroforestry with Michael Bell.
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The UW-Madison origin of cancer screening; then, the history and judging at county fairs

July 7, 2025 • 99 mins
We talk to a retired UW-Madison biochemist about how his discoveries led to Cologuard and other health screening technology. Then, we talk to a veteran county fair judge. Then, we revisit a conversation about the history of fairs in Wisconsin.
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Garden Talk: Gardening can be murder; Caring for succulents

July 4, 2025 • 99 mins
In the doldrums of winter we talk to the author of a new book that explores how mystery writers have used gardening in their books. And then we talk with an expert about growing succulents.
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“Braided Heritage” cookbook, How one Wisconsinite is making her way around the world

July 3, 2025 • 99 mins
First, we talk with culinary historian and cookbook author Jessica B. Harris about her latest, “Braided Heritage: Recipes and Stories on the Origin of American Cuisine.” Then, blogger Ashley Kaye joins us to share how she travels the world, full-time.
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A Wildlife Wednesday, and a new book traces Wisconsin family farm’s history

July 2, 2025 • 99 mins
UW Extension wildlife ecologist Scott Craven joins us for another Wildlife Wednesday. Then farmer Richard Cates Jr. shares the land ethic he describes in his new book, “A Creek Runs Through This Driftless Land.”
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The history of the Madison Mallards, Wisconsin disc golf, Janesville’s water ski show team

July 1, 2025 • 99 mins
First, we talk about the book “Baseball Like It Oughta Be” with author Tom Alesia. Then, we cover disc golf in Wisconsin. We wrap it up by talking about show skiing with Tim Cullen, president of the Rock Aqua Jays Water Ski Show Team.
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Aging Studies comes to UW-Madison; alcohol-related liver disease deaths increasing; The Weather Guys return

June 30, 2025 • 99 mins
We talk about why UW-Madison will offer an Aging Studies Certificate starting this fall. Then, we’ll talk about the worrisome increase in U.S. deaths from alcohol-related liver disease. Then, the Weather Guys return after another widespread heat wave.
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Garden Talk: Birdscaping your garden and help with plant diseases

June 27, 2025 • 99 mins
We talk to the author of the new book “Birdscaping for Wisconsin and the Great Lakes.” Then Brian Hudelson is back to talk about this year’s most prevalent plant diseases.
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Summertime stories from around Wisconsin

June 26, 2025 • 99 mins
The editor of “Our Wisconsin” magazine, Mike Beno, shares his roundup of early summer stores, including a family who restored a vintage boat and a fisherman who had an encounter with an owl.
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Injury-preventing movement; a bioblitz in Baraboo; and organic farming field days

June 25, 2025 • 99 mins
We talk to the author of “Ballistic: the New Science of Injury-Free Performance.” Then, a concerted effort to count species is planned for the Aldo Leopold Foundation property in Baraboo. Then, a series of field days starts to allow organic farmers to share notes.
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Pet care: dental health, insurance and ticks

June 24, 2025 • 99 mins
First, we talk about caring for your pet’s teeth and mouth with Dr. Christopher Snyder from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine. Then, Dr. Ricky Walther of Pawlicy Advisor explains pet insurance. Finally, we talk about ticks with Lyric Bartholomay, also of the UW School of Veterinary Medicine.
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The secrets to bladder health; Summer movie breakdown

June 23, 2025 • 99 mins
First, we talk to urologist Dr. Michael Guralnick about how staying hydrated and not going to the bathroom too often can lead to good bladder health. Then we talk to a local movie reviewer about the potential hits and misses of this year’s summer movie season. 
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