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Monday
12/24/2007
11:00 AM
 071224F

Sheryl Gasser in for Larry Meiller
Santa Claus and one of his elves make their annual appearance on Larry Meiller's program, after eleven. Santa will be talking with our listener's children until twelve-thirty. Sheryl Gasser hosts.
 
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Friday
12/21/2007
11:00 AM
 071221F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
Can beer make plants grow? If so, is a heavier Belgian ale better than a light beer? On Garden Talk, after eleven, Jim Packard talks with Minnesota horticulture professor Jeff Gillman, author of "The Truth About Garden Remedies" (Timber Press). www.timberpress.com
 
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Thursday
12/20/2007
11:00 AM
 071220F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
After eleven, Jim Packard talks with UW-Madison folklorist Jim Leary about his award-winning book "Polkabilly," a label for the rockin' folk music produced in the Upper Midwest.
 
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Thursday
12/20/2007
11:45 AM
 071220G

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Jim Packard talks with the author of "The Wisconsin Beer Guide: A Travel Companion." He is Kevin Revolinski of Madison. (Tynan's Independent Media) www.wisconsinbeerguide.com
 
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Wednesday
12/19/2007
11:00 AM
 071219F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
Jim Packard's guest, after eleven, says one of the best ways to enjoy all this snow is to go snowshoeing. He is snowshoe instructor Darren Bush, owner of Rutabaga in Madison. darren@rutabaga.com
 
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Wednesday
12/19/2007
11:45 AM
 071219G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, the talk turns to the economic aspects of the emerging biofuels industry. Jim Packard talks with attorney David Crass, with the Madison office of Michael Best & Friedrich. dcrass@michaelbest.com
 
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Tuesday
12/18/2007
11:00 AM
 071218F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
If you're a young person entering the workforce, forget about having to "pay your dues." After eleven, Jim Packard's guest says the old rules of work no longer apply. She is Penelope Trunk, a Madison blogger, career counselor and author of "Brazen Careerist" (Business Plus).
http://blog.penelopetrunk.com

 
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Tuesday
12/18/2007
11:45 AM
 071218G

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Jim Packard's guest illustrates the relationship between our sense of smell and our emotional, physical and sexual lives. She is Rachel Herz, visiting Professor of Psychology at Brown University, and the author of "The Scent of Desire" (William Morrow).
 
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Monday
12/17/2007
11:00 AM
 071217F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
If sugar gliders and snakes are your kind of pet, then Jim Packard's guest, after eleven, is for you. He is Mike Hoffer of Hoffer's Tropic Life Pets in Milwaukee. www.hofferstropiclife.com
 
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Monday
12/17/2007
12:00 PM
 071217G

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
One of the country's legendary food writers is Jim Packard's guest after twelve-noon. James Fraioli (fray-oh-lee) is the co-author of "Trattoria Grappolo", which features simple recipes for traditional Italian cuisine.
(Gibbs Smith, Publisher) www.gibbs-smith.com

 
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Friday
12/14/2007
11:00 AM
 071214F

Larry Meiller
One of Wisconsin's fine garden communicators joins Larry Meiller, after eleven, for Garden Talk. She is Melinda Myers of Milwaukee. She'll offer advice on your gardening questions. www.melindamyers.com
 
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Thursday
12/13/2007
11:00 AM
 071213F

Larry Meiller
Home renovation and repair projects are on Larry Meiller's to-do list, after eleven. His guests are Ken Adams of Adams Design in Madison, and John Freiberger of Freiberger and Associates of Fitchburg. ken@adamsofmadison.com frei@chorus.net
 
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Wednesday
12/12/2007
11:00 AM
 071212F

Larry Meiller
Phenology is the study of seasonal events in nature: fishing, hunting, birding, berry picking, gardening, wildflowers, weather. After eleven, Larry Meiller talks about the seasons with Dennis Prusik of Green Bay, publisher of the 2008 Wisconsin Nature Calender. dprusik@sbcglobal.com Also discussed was the Friends of Pheasant Branch 2008 Phenology Calender. Andreagargas@yahoo.com
 
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Wednesday
12/12/2007
11:45 AM
 071212G

Larry Meiller
A mystery series based on a mythical northern Wisconsin lake is reeling in readers. After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller talks with Victoria Houston of Rhinelander, WI, author of the "Loon Lake Fishing Mysteries" series. www.victoriahouston.com (Bleak House)
 
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Tuesday
12/11/2007
11:00 AM
 071211F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller and his guest talk about your pet's health. His guest is Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, a Clinical Professor of Veterinary Medicine at the UW-School of Veterinary Medicine.
 
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Monday
12/10/2007
11:00 AM
 071210F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller gets advice on shoveling soreness, a condition brought on by excessive snow shoveling. His guests are UW-Madison physical therapists Lori Thein Brody and Associate Professor Bill Boissenault.
 
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Friday
12/7/2007
11:00 AM
 071207F

Larry Meiller
What can you do to attract birds to your back yard? On Garden Talk, after eleven, Larry Meiller talks with Mariette Novak of East Troy about her new book, "Birdscaping in the Midwest" (Itchy Cat Press).
 
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Thursday
12/6/2007
11:00 AM
 071206F

Larry Meiller
Wisconsin is in the midst of the flu season. After eleven, Larry Meiller gets an update on influenza from Dr. William Scheckler of Madison.
 
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Thursday
12/6/2007
11:45 AM
 071206G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller gets something to chew on. His guest is retired Madison dentist Dr. Lowell Lakritz, and he has advice on good dental health.
 
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Wednesday
12/5/2007
11:00 AM
 071205F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller checks on the status of Wisconsin wildlife. His guest is Professor Scott Craven, associate chair of the UW-Madison Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology. srcraven@wisc.edu
 
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Tuesday
12/4/2007
11:00 AM
 071204F

Larry Meiller
Sad to say, the holiday season also means opportunities for criminal pursuits. After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with Jim Rabbitt of Wisconsin Consumer Affairs about protecting yourself from becoming a victim of crime. www.datcp.state.wi.us
 
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Tuesday
12/4/2007
11:45 AM
 071204G

Larry Meiller
NBC Today show travel editor Peter Greenberg shares ingenious insider travel secrets with Larry Meiller, after eleven-forty five. He talks about what he calls the ultimate word on travel, "The Complete Travel Detective Bible." (Rodale Books) www.petergreenberg.com
 
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Monday
12/3/2007
11:00 AM
 071203F

Larry Meiller
Ever wonder about all those e-greeting cards from friends? After eleven, Larry Meiller talks spam and viruses with personal computer consultant Peter Greene of Infostar. info@infostar.com
 
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Friday
11/30/2007
11:00 AM
 071130F

Larry Meiller
On Garden Talk, after eleven, Larry Meiller's guest is Jeff Epping, director of horticulture at Olbrich Botanical Gardens in Madison.
 
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Thursday
11/29/2007
11:00 AM
 071129F

Larry Meiller
Anyone who has ever rolled a ball down a lane knows the allure of bowling. After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with Milwaukee bowling historian Doug Schmidt about his new book, "They Came to Bowl: How Milwaukee Became America's Tenpin Capital." (Wisconsin Historical Society Press www.wisconsinhistory.org) dougbowl@athenet.net
 
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Thursday
11/29/2007
11:45 AM
 071129G

Larry Meiller
What do the Mayo Clinic and the Mount Horeb Mustard Museum have in common? Larry Meiller finds out, after eleven-forty five, when he talks with the mayor of mustardville, Barry Levenson, also the museum curator. www.mustardmuseum.com
 
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Wednesday
11/28/2007
11:00 AM
 071128F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller seeks out the elusive muskellenge... the Muskie... one of Wisconsin's great sport fish. His guests are fishing historian Larry Ramsell of Hayward, and professional fishing guide Gary Engberg of Mazomanie. www.larryramsell.com www.garyengbergoutdoors.com
 
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Wednesday
11/28/2007
11:45 AM
 071128G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller is joined by two advocates for rural Wisconsin. They are Lisa Kivirist and Jan Joannides of Renewing the Countryside, a non-profit rural advocacy group based in Minneapolis.
www.renewingthecountryside.org

 
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Tuesday
11/27/2007
11:00 AM
 071127F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller and his guest talk about the eye disease diabetic retinopathy. His guest is Dr. Michael Ip, Associate Professor of Medicine at the UW-Madison Clinical Sciences Center.
 
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Tuesday
11/27/2007
11:45 AM
 071127G

Larry Meiller
Every three minutes someone is diagnosed with lung cancer in the U.S., and eighteen people die from it each hour. After eleven, Larry Meiller talks about lung cancer with Dr. Michael Fiore of the UW-Madison Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention; and with the state's radon coordinator, Conrad Weiffenbach of the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services. www.ctri.wisc.edu
www.epa.gov/iaq/radon/zonemap/wisconsin.htm

 
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Monday
11/26/2007
11:00 AM
 071126F

Larry Meiller
What are the secrets for growing grapes and making wine in Wisconsin? After eleven, Larry Meiller gets the answers from Phillippe Coquard (phil-EEP coe-CARD), winemaker and President of Wollersheim Winery and Cedar Creek Winery. www.wollersheim.com
 
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Monday
11/26/2007
11:45 AM
 071126G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller finds out how La Nina (lah NEEN-yah) will effect Wisconsin weather this winter. His guests are "The Weather Guys", UW-Madison Professors Steve Ackerman and Jon Martin.
 
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Friday
11/23/2007
11:00 AM
 071123F

Larry Meiller
On Garden Talk, after eleven, the talk turns hot... to the world of peppers. Larry Meiller's guests are the Vicars of Vegetables, UW-Madison horticulture Professors Irwin Goldman and James Nienhuis. (nee-un hoose)
 
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Thursday
11/22/2007
11:00 AM
 071122F

Larry Meiller
A Thanksgiving tradition continues, after eleven, for Larry Meiller and his guests. Talking about birds are Noel Cutright of the Wisconsin Society for Ornithology, and Bill Volkert of the DNR at the Horicon Marsh.
 
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Wednesday
11/21/2007
11:00 AM
 071121F

Larry Meiller
The world of insects and bugs is fascinating, especially to Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven. He is Professor Phil Pellitteri of the Insect Diagnostic Lab at UW-Madison.
 
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Tuesday
11/20/2007
11:00 AM
 071120F

Larry Meiller
With the holidays fast approaching, camera lenses will be pointing everywhere. After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with photograhy expert Brian Carless, manager of the Camera Company's Odana Road store in Madison.
 
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Tuesday
11/20/2007
11:45 AM
 071120G

Larry Meiller
Wisconsin's placid demeanor is often interrupted by weird events. After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller's guest illustrates what she writers about in the book, "Weird Wisconsin." (Trails Books)
 
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Monday
11/19/2007
11:00 AM
 071119F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with an icon of the quilting world. She is Jennifer Chiaverini of Madison, author of "The New Year's Quilt."
www.elmcreek.net

 
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Monday
11/19/2007
11:45 AM
 071119G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller and his guest talk about new research from Minnesota that suggests that families who eat meals together have a more positive impact on the children's health. Larry's guest is UW-Madison Professor of Nutritional Sciences Sue Nitzke.
www.uwex.edu/ces/news/cenews.cfm?ID=3104

 
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Friday
11/16/2007
11:00 AM
 071116F

Shelley Ryan in for Larry Meiller
On Garden Talk, after eleven, guest host Shelley Ryan features some holiday gift ideas for gardeners. Her guests are the Newenhouse sisters, Astrid and Sonya. View their suggestions at www.madisonenvironmental.com.
 
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Thursday
11/15/2007
11:00 AM
 071115F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
After eleven, Jim Packard talks with a co-author of the Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings, 9th edition. She is Jennifer Thorne Amman, Senior Associate at the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. http://ACEEE www.newsociety.com
 
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Thursday
11/15/2007
11:45 AM
 071115G

JIm Packard in for Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Jim Packard's guest answers your questions about Apple computers and accessories. He is Joe Rhodes of Madison. www.joerhodes.com/wpr
 
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Wednesday
11/14/2007
11:00 AM
 071114F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guest wants you to know where your food comes from. He is Gary Holthaus, author of "From the Farm to the Table" (University Press of Kentucky).
 
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Wednesday
11/14/2007
11:45 AM
 071114G

Larry Meiller
Bioenergy and biofuels are the topic for Larry Meiller and guest, after eleven-forty five. Larry welcomes Professor Bruce Dale, Associate Director of Biobased Technologies at Michigan State University. bdale@egr.msu.edu
 
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Tuesday
11/13/2007
11:00 AM
 071113F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller and his guest discuss small pet care. His guest is veterinarian Dr. Sandra Newbury of Madison, associated with the National Shelter Medicine Extension at U-C Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. spnewbury@ucdavis.edu
 
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Monday
11/12/2007
11:00 AM
 071112F

Larry Meiller
When it comes to adult disability, arthritis is often involved. After eleven, Larry Meiller talks about disability and restoring function with physical therapists Lori Thein Brody of the UW Sports Medicine Center and Associate Professor Bill Boissenault of the UW Medical School.
 
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Friday
11/9/2007
11:00 AM
 071109F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, on Garden Talk, Larry Meiller's guest answers your gardening questions. He is Bob Tomesh, Senior Lecturer in Horticulture at UW-Madison and Extension.
 
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Thursday
11/8/2007
11:00 AM
 071108F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller discusses housing renovation, repair, and inspection issues with Ken Adams of Adams Construction in Madison, and John Freiberger of Freiberger Associates of Fitchburg.
ken@adamsofmadison.com frei@chorus.net

 
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Wednesday
11/7/2007
11:00 AM
 071107F

Larry Meiller
Wisconsin's unofficial ambassador to wildlife is Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven. He is Professor Scott Craven of the UW-Madison Department of Forestry and Wildlife Ecology. srcraven@wisc.edu
 
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Tuesday
11/6/2007
11:00 AM
 071106F

Larry Meiller
One of the topics on the menu for Larry Meiller, after eleven, is the role of Scientist as public citizen. His guest is UW-Madison Chemistry Professor Bassam Shakhashiri (bah-SAHM shock-ah-SHEER-ee).
 
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Tuesday
11/6/2007
11:45 AM
 071106G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller gets a good view of the Wisconsin communications landscape. His guest is UW-Madison Professor of Telecommunications Barry Orton. blorton@facstaff.wisc.edu
 
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Monday
11/5/2007
11:00 AM
 071105F

Larry Meiller
If your personal computer is not performing to your expectations, you can get some advice, after eleven. Personal computer consultant Peter Greene of Infostar is Larry Meiller's guest. www.infostar.com
 
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Friday
11/2/2007
11:00 AM
 071102F

Larry Meiller
Larry Meiller's next gathering of "green thumbs" occurs, after eleven, on Garden Talk. His guest is Waukesha County Extension Commercial Gardening Educator Kristin Krokowski.
 
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Thursday
11/1/2007
11:00 AM
 071101F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller finds out about an environmental film festival this weekend in Madison. His guests are Tom Sinclair of the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies at UW-Madison, and Lloyd Spencer Davis of New Zealand, an ornithologist and documentary film maker. www.nelson.wisc.edu/tales
 
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Thursday
11/1/2007
11:45 AM
 071101G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller and his guest talk about endangered bird species and conservation practices. His guest is Jeffrey Wells, author of the "Birder's Conservation Handbook" (Princeton University Press).
 
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Wednesday
10/31/2007
11:00 AM
 071031F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with a Great Lakes maritime historian about Ghosts of the Great Lakes. He is Frederick Stonehouse, author of "Haunted Lakes" and "Haunted Lakes II" (Lake Superior Port Cities Inc.). www.frederickstonehouse.com
 
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Wednesday
10/31/2007
11:45 AM
 071031G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller's guest recalls Wisconsin's notorious killers. He is Martin Hintz of Milwaukee, author of "Got Murder?" (Trails Books).
 
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Tuesday
10/30/2007
11:00 AM
 071030F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller conducts an open line looking for ideas for future programs and guests.
 
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Tuesday
10/30/2007
11:45 AM
 071030G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller talks with Wisconsin Public Television's Patty Loew (LOW) about her new documentary, "Way of the Warrior," which documents the bravery of native-american veterans. Patty is Assistant professor of Life Sciences Communication at UW-Madison, and a member of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe. The documentary will air on PBS Monday, November 5th at 9pm. www.wpt.org/wayofthewarrior
 
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Monday
10/29/2007
11:00 AM
 071029F

Larry Meiller
A sudden brutal winter storm on Armistice Day, 1940 raced from Kansas through Wisconsin leaving dozens dead in its wake. After eleven, Larry Meiller recalls that storm with Madison freelance writer Tim Eisele.
 
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Monday
10/29/2007
11:45 AM
 071029G

Larry Meiller
The Armistice Day storm of 1940 caused major changes in the way forecasting was done. After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller talks with his "weather guys," UW-Madison Meteorology Professors Steve Ackerman and Jon Martin, about the changing forecasting philosophy.
 
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Friday
10/26/2007
11:00 AM
 071026F

Larry Meiller
From annual rings to xylem (zy-lem), trees are tall topics for Garden Talk, after eleven. Larry Meiller talks about tree care with Madison professional arborist Bruce Allison.
 
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Thursday
10/25/2007
11:00 AM
 071025F

Larry Meiller
Life on and around Lake Superior is highlighted, after eleven. Larry Meiller's guest is Konnie LeMay, editor of Lake Superior magazine.
 
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Thursday
10/25/2007
11:45 AM
 071025G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller discusses the issue of housing foreclosure. His guest is Madison attorney Kenneth Doran (dor-en).
 
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Wednesday
10/24/2007
11:00 AM
 071024F

Larry Meiller
Thinking about going solar? After eleven, Larry Meiler and his guests talk about Incorporating Solar Energy Into Your Lifestyle. They are Focus On Energy Renewable Energy Program Director Don Wichert, and Solar Electric Power Association Executive Director Julia Hamm. www.SolarElectricPower.com
 
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Wednesday
10/24/2007
11:45 AM
 071024G

Larry Meiller
Break away for some Canoeing, Kayaking and Outdoor Adventuring, after eleven-forty-five. Larry Meiller's guest is Darren Bush, co-owner of Rutabaga, the world's largest paddlesport shop.
 
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Tuesday
10/23/2007
11:00 AM
 071023F

Larry Meiller
A new effort from Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development is providing support to the children and youth of National Guard and Reserve personnel who are serving on active duty. After eleven, Larry Meiller learns about "Operation Military Kids" from program director Prof. Sue Curtis of the UW-Platteville and Steve Horvath, the Wood County 4-H Youth Development Agent. http://4h.uwex.edu/omk/index.cfm
 
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Tuesday
10/23/2007
11:45 AM
 071023G

Larry Meiller
Larry Meiller brews up some tasty conversation after eleven-forty five. His guest is Jeff Hagen, author and illustrator of 'Brewed Awakenings: A Journey to Coffeehouses in Wisconsin and Beyond" published by Itchy Cat Press.
 
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Monday
10/22/2007
11:00 AM
 071022F

Larry Meiller
Larry Meiller turns his eyes to the skies, after eleven. He'll talk about astronomy with Jim Lattis, director of UW-Space Place in Madison, and Tom Hall, an optics specialist with Eagle Optics in Middleton.
www.uwspaceplace.edu www.eagleoptics.com

 
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Friday
10/19/2007
11:00 AM
 071019F

Larry Meiller
On Garden Talk, after eleven, Larry Meiller welcomes back one of his favorite guests, Mel Myers. She is the author of many gardening books, including, "Can't Miss Small Space Gardening." (Cool Springs Press)
www.melmyers.com

 
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Thursday
10/18/2007
11:00 AM
 071018F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with the author of "See You in a Hundred Years." Logan Ward and his family spent a year in rural Virginia, living as if it were 1900, forsaking any modern conveniences. www.loganward.com
 
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Wednesday
10/17/2007
11:00 AM
 071017F

Larry Meiller
You don't have to be ornithologically obsessed to enjoy the book, "Of a Feather." After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with writer-naturalist Scott Weidensaul about his history of American birding. www.ofafeather.com
 
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Tuesday
10/16/2007
11:00 AM
 071016F

Larry Meiller
From the Scotch Giant to the Tarzan of Rhinelander, Wisconsin is a land of characters and crazy stories. After eleven, Larry Meiller dips into the well of Wisconsin history when he talks with Erika Janik, author of "Odd Wisconsin". www.wisconsinhistory.org
 
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Monday
10/15/2007
11:00 AM
 071015F

Larry Meiller
The story of the 32nd Infantry Division in World War Two New Guinea is both fascinating and horrifying. Lodi (LOW-die) author James Campbell is Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven, to talk about his book "Ghost Mountain Boys" (Crown Publishing). www.ghostmountainboys.com
 
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Friday
10/12/2007
11:00 AM
 071012F

Larry Meiller
Don't be impatient with impatiens... is just one bit of advice from Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven, on Garden Talk. He is Dick Zondag, President of the Jung Seed Company, Randolph, WI
www.jungseed.com

 
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Thursday
10/11/2007
11:00 AM
 071011F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with writer and musician Michael Perry. Perry's latest book, "Truck: A Love Story" has been released in paperback (HarperCollins). www.sneezingcow.com
 
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Wednesday
10/10/2007
11:00 AM
 071010F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller turns back the clock to his days in 4-H. His guests are 4-H leaders Kevin Palmer and Tim Talen of Manitowoc, and member Kristine O'Neal of Ozaukee County.
 
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Wednesday
10/10/2007
11:45 AM
 071010G

Larry Meiller
What are the economics of biofuel production? After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller's guest answers the question. He is Professor Randy Fortenberry, director of the Renk Agribusiness Institute at UW-Madison & Extension. www.aae.wisc.edu/renk
 
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Tuesday
10/9/2007
11:00 AM
 071009F

Larry Meiller
How do you deal with a hyperactive dog or cat? After eleven, Larry Meiller talks about pet care and behaviors with Dr. Sandi Sawchuk, Clinical Professor at the UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine.
Sawchuks@vetmed.wisc.edu

 
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Monday
10/8/2007
11:00 AM
 071008F

Larry Meiller
Living with arthritis, balance problems, and neck pain can be debilitating. After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with UW-Madison physical therapist Lori Thein Brody about steps to relieve those physical problems.
 
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Friday
10/5/2007
11:00 AM
 071005F

Larry Meiller
On Garden Talk, after eleven, Larry Meiller welcomes a double-barreled team of gardening experts. They are UW-Extension gardening educators Lisa Johnson of Dane County, and Mike Maddox of Rock County. lisa.johnson@ces.uwex.edu mike.maddox@ces.uwex.edu
 
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Thursday
10/4/2007
11:00 AM
 071004F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks about the upcoming Wisconsin Book Festival with festival director Alison Jones Chaim of the Wisconsin Humanities Council, and Professor James Baughman (boff-man), director of the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at UW-Madison. www.wisconsinbookfestival.org
 
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Thursday
10/4/2007
11:45 AM
 071004G

Larry Meiller
Larry Meiller gets some help sorting out bugs from insects, after eleven-forty five. His guest is Phil Pellitteri, Professor of Entomology at the UW-Madison Insect Diagnostic Lab.
 
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Wednesday
10/3/2007
11:00 AM
 071003F

Larry Meiller
One of nature's unusual displays is the staging of cranes in October as part of their autumn southern migration. Shedding some light on the topic, after eleven, is Larry Meiller's guest, UW-Madison Professor of Wildlife Ecology Scott Craven. srcraven@wisc.edu
 
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Tuesday
10/2/2007
11:00 AM
 071002F

Larry Meiller
Has learning always been difficult for you? After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with a teacher and speech therapist who says "You Are Smarter Than You Think." She is Renee Mollan Masters of Ashland, Oregon.
 
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Tuesday
10/2/2007
11:45 AM
 071002G

Larry Meiller
Solar energy technologies will be on display across Wisconsin this weekend. After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller talks about the 2007 Wisconsin Solar Tour with Amy Heart of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association, and Mark Klein of Gimme Shelter, Amherst, WI. www.the-mrea.org
 
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Monday
10/1/2007
11:00 AM
 071001F

Larry Meiller
Larry Meiller's personal computer consultant is in, after eleven, to offer advice on solving your P-C woes. He is Peter Greene of Infostar in Madison. web1@infostar.com
 
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Friday
9/28/2007
11:00 AM
 070928F

Larry Meiller
How is your lawn looking lately? After eleven, on Garden Talk, Larry Meiller is joined by UW-Madison Associate Professor and U-W Extension Lawn and Turf Expert Jon Stier. Call in with your questions and concerns.
 
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Thursday
9/27/2007
11:00 AM
 070927F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller and guests discuss the value and benefits of Graduate Students at the University. He's joined by UW-Madison Professors Mike Bell of Rural Sociology, Jim Leary of Folklore and Scandinavian studies, and Bill Tracy from Agronomy. You're invited to join in with your questions and comments.
 
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Thursday
9/27/2007
11:45 AM
 070927G

Larry Meiller
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller turns the talk to the Milwaukee Braves' Miracle Season, and the latest news from Wisconsin Trails Magazine. He's joined by Wisconsin Trail's editor in Chief, Harriet Brown, and Freelance Sports Writer Todd Mishler. You can Join them, too, with your questions and comments.
 
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Wednesday
9/26/2007
11:00 AM
 070926F

Larry Meiller
What's been crawling around your home and garden this year? After eleven, join in a conversation about bugs and insects, with Larry Meiller and his guest, Phil Pellitteri, UW-Madison Professor and Entomologist at the Insect Diagnostics lab.
 
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Tuesday
9/25/2007
11:00 AM
 070925F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller welcomes listener calls about healthy dental care. He's joined by Dr. Lowell Lakritz of Madison.
 
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Tuesday
9/25/2007
11:45 AM
 070925G

Larry Meiller
With a wide range of Mac computers and accessories these days, how do you know which will best meet your needs? After eleven forty-five Larry Meiller is joined by Mac computer specialist Joe Rhodes to answer your questions and concerns.
 
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Monday
9/24/2007
11:00 AM
 070924F

Larry Meiller
Join Larry Meiller, after eleven, for talk about the experiences of a Wisconsin National Guard Unit in Iraq. Larry is joined by Captain Benjamin Buchholz, author of the new book, "Private Soldiers".
 
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Monday
9/24/2007
11:45 AM
 070924G

Larry Meiller
Weather guys Steve Ackerman and Jon Martin join Larry Meiller, after eleven-forty-five, to take your weather and climate questions.
 
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Friday
9/21/2007
11:00 AM
 070921F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, join Larry Meiller for Garden Talk. He's joined by Milwaukee County Extension Consumer Horticulture Agent Sharon Morrisey. Call in to talk about what's growing in your garden.
 
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Thursday
9/20/2007
11:00 AM
 070920F

Larry Meiller
After eleven Larry Meiller is joined by author Terry Frei (FRY) to talk about his latest book, "Third Down and a War to Go," about the 1942 Wisconsin Badger football team and how they faced the Second World War. Frei (FRY) is also a columnist for the Denver Post.com, and ESPN.com.
 
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Thursday
9/20/2007
11:45 AM
 070920G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty-five, Larry Meiller "heads to the laboratory" for conversation on the world of chemisty and scientific research with UW-Madison Chemistry Professor Bassam Shakhashiri (bah-SAHM SHOCK-ah-SHEER-ee).
 
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Wednesday
9/19/2007
11:00 AM
 070919F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller welcomes Wisconsin Commissioner of Railroads Rodney Kreunen (CREW-nin) for a conversation about the latest rail news and safety issues.
 
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Wednesday
9/19/2007
11:45 AM
 070919G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty-five, the talk turns to bird habitat in the state. Larry Meiller’s guests are Wisconsin Society of Ornithology Past-President Noel Cutright, and Wisconsin Important Bird Areas program coordinator Yoyi (GEORGE-ee) Steele, who also edited the book, “Wisconsin Important Bird Areas”.
 
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Tuesday
9/18/2007
11:00 AM
 070918F

Larry Meiller
Join Larry Meiller and his guest, after eleven, for answers to YOUR pet questions. Larry welcomes UW-School of Veterinary Medicine Clinical Professor Dr. Sandi Sawchuck.
 
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Monday
9/17/2007
11:00 AM
 070917F

Larry Meiller
After Eleven Larry Meiller's guests talk about the upcoming Fall Wisconsin Regional Writer's Association Conference. He's joined by Don Schambow, President of WRWA, Nate Scholze (SKOL-zee), Vice-president of WRWA, and Three Seas Literacy Agency's own Michelle Grajkowski (GRUH-kowski).
 
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Monday
9/17/2007
11:45 AM
 070917G

Larry Meiller
After eleven forty-five, Larry Meiller and his guest talk about the current housing market, and what's happening to our savings. Larry is joined by Frank Armstrong, founder of the investment advisor firm, "Investor Solutions, Inc."
 
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Friday
9/14/2007
11:00 AM
 070914F

Garden Talk
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Thursday
9/13/2007
11:00 AM
 070913F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
After eleven, Jim Packard and his guest talk about the life and times of the "boomer generation". His guest is Bill Conn of Medford, WI, author of "Boomertime", a compendium of events since 1950. (Winpress) www.winpresshosting.com
 
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Thursday
9/13/2007
11:45 AM
 070913G

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Jim Packard talks with the author of a book that puts a human face on the oil industry. She is Lisa Margonelli of Oakland, CA, author of "Oil on the Brain." (Nan A Talese/Doubleday)
www.oilonthebrain.com

 
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Wednesday
9/12/2007
11:00 AM
 070912F

Larry Meiller
If you're an apartment dweller or live in a condo, Larry Meiller's guest, after eleven, has some news for you. He is Carter Dedolph, program manager for the Apartment & Condo Efficiency Services Program for Focus on Energy. www.focusonenergy.com
 
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Wednesday
9/12/2007
11:45 AM
 070912G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller finds out about the state's efforts to achieve energy independence. His guest is Judy Ziewacz (zee-wack), director of the Wisconsin Office of Energy Independence. ziewacz@wisconsin.gov
 
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Tuesday
9/11/2007
11:00 AM
 070911F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller's in a stitch. His guest is Wisconsin Public Television's sewing maven Nancy Zieman, (ZEE-m'n) host of the annual Quilt Expo this week at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. www.wiquiltexpo.com
 
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Tuesday
9/11/2007
11:45 AM
 070911G

Larry Meiller
Outdoors writer Eric Hansen of Milwaukee slows down to visit the Larry Meiller program, after eleven-forty five. He'll reveal his favorite Wisconsin autumn hikes and strolls.
ehansen@wi.rr.com

 
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Monday
9/10/2007
11:00 AM
 070910F

Larry Meiller
A rather sore-armed Larry Meiller returns from a musky fishing contest, after eleven. Fortunately, his guests are physical therapists from the UW-Madison. They are Lori Thein Brody and Associate Professor Bill Boissenault.
 
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Friday
9/7/2007
11:00 AM
 070907F

Garden Talk with Jim Pakard in for Larry Meiller
Jim Packard's guest on Garden Talk, after eleven, is award-winning garden writer Lynn Steiner of rural St. Paul, Minnesota, author of "Landscaping with Native Plants of Wisconsin" (Voyageur Press).
 
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Thursday
9/6/2007
11:00 AM
 070906F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller is on location in Manitowish Waters to talk about one of his favorite pastimes, musky fishing. His guests include world-renowned angler and guide Joe Bucher.
 
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Wednesday
9/5/2007
11:00 AM
 070905F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller focuses on Wisconsin's abundant wildlife. His guest is Scott Craven, UW-Madison & Extension Professor of Wildlife Ecology.
 
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Tuesday
9/4/2007
11:00 AM
 070904F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guests discuss pediatric voice disorders. They are Dr. Scott McMurray and Dr. Nathan Welham (WELL-uhm), with the Department of Otolaryngology (OH-toe lar-en-gology) at the UW-Madison Clinical Sciences Center.
 
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Tuesday
9/4/2007
11:45 AM
 070904G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller's guest talks about children growing up in places prone to violence. He is Madison photographer Michael Kienitz, whose pictures are featured in an exhibit opening September 8th at the Chazen Museum of Art at UW-Madison. www.michaelkienitz.com
 
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Monday
9/3/2007
11:00 AM
 070903F

Larry Meiller
If you've been getting e-mail about greeting cards sent to you, that's the Storm virus at work. After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with personal computer consultant Peter Greene of Infostar about this costly virus. www.infostar.com
 
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Friday
8/31/2007
11:00 AM
 070831F

Larry Meiller
On Garden Talk, after eleven, Larry Meiller's guest suggests adding a burst of color to your flower garden. She is Karen Johannsen of Johannsen's Greenhouses in Madison. www.johannsens.com
 
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Thursday
8/30/2007
11:00 AM
 070830F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller focuses on a topic that used to be a death sentence for men... prostate cancer. His guest is Dr. Patrick Walsh of The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions in Baltimore. He is the co-author of "Dr. Patrick Walsh's Guide to Surviving Prostate Cancer" (Warner Wellness).
 
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Thursday
8/30/2007
11:45 AM
 070830G

Larry Meiller
A pickle-packing program is on tap after eleven-forty five. Larry Meiller's guest is Madison author Jerry Apps, whose latest work is "In a Pickle" (University of Wisconsin Press).
 
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Wednesday
8/29/2007
11:00 AM
 070829F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller's guests focus on the State Natural Areas program. They are Randy Hoffman of the WDNR State Natural Areas program, and David Clutter of the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin, who discuss a grant to provide Americorps members to help manage these areas.
http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/sna

 
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Wednesday
8/29/2007
11:45 AM
 070829G

Larry Meiller
"Sustainable forestry practices" for landowners is the topic for Larry Meiller, after eleven-forty five. His guest is UW-Stevens Point professor of forestry and outreach specialist John DuPlissis. John.DuPlissis@uwsp.edu
 
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Tuesday
8/28/2007
11:00 AM
 070828F

Larry Meiller
The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection is warning against scams related to recent flooding. After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with Division of Trade and Consumer Protection Administrator Janet Jenkins about flood scams and others connected with the Minneapolis bridge collapse. janet.jenkins@datcp.wisc.state.us
 
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Tuesday
8/28/2007
11:45 AM
 070828G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller gets an update on traveling the "Wonders of Wisconsin." His guest is Madison travel writer Gary Knowles, the sparkplug behind a statewide contest held earlier this year. www.wondersofwisconsin.com
 
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Monday
8/27/2007
11:00 AM
 070827F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller talks with members of the American Folklore Theatre. They are Kaye Christman and Jeffrey Herbst. The Door County professional theatre group is presenting the world premiere of "Main-Travelled Roads," starting August 30th. www.folkloretheatre.com
 
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Monday
8/27/2007
11:45 AM
 070827G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller talks about the incessant storms which have inundated the southern two-thirds of Wisconsin. His guests are our "weather guys", UW-Madison Meteorology Professors Steve Ackerman and Jon Martin.
 
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Friday
8/24/2007
11:00 AM
 070824F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
Get advice for your garden, after eleven. Garden expert Melinda Myers of Milwaukee is Jim Packard's guest, on Garden Talk. www.melindamyers.com
 
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Thursday
8/23/2007
11:00 AM
 070823F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
Bedbugs, tent caterpillars, and ticks are a few of the topics Jim Packard takes up, after eleven. His guest is Phil Pellitteri, entomology professor in the Insect Diagnostic Lab at UW-Madison.
 
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Wednesday
8/22/2007
11:00 AM
 070822F

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
Albino deer are often referred to as ghosts of the forest. After eleven, Jim Packard talks with photographer Jeff Richter and writer John Bates about their new book, "White Deer." (Nature's Press)
 
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Wednesday
8/22/2007
11:45 AM
 070822G

Jim Packard in for Larry Meiller
What is the state doing to promote energy efficiency in residential buildings? After eleven-forty five, Jim Packard talks about the subject with Milwaukee Journal/Sentinel reporter Thomas Content. www.jsonline.com/globalwarming
 
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Tuesday
8/21/2007
11:00 AM
 070821F

Larry Meiller
After eleven, Larry Meiller raises a glass to the Wisconsin wine industry. His guest is Madison freelance writer Mike Muckian, who writes about wine for the Madison Capital Times.
 
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Tuesday
8/21/2007
11:45 AM
 070821G

Larry Meiller
After eleven-forty five, Larry Meiller talks about good dental health with a Madison dentist, Dr. Kathy Giswold.
 
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Monday
8/20/2007
11:00 AM
 070820F

Larry Meiller
Larry Meiller and his guest talk about the vandalizing of ancient Native American rock art in southwestern Wisconsin. His guest is Ernie Boszhardt of the Misssissippi Valley Archaeology Center at UW-La Crosse. www.uwlax.edu/mvac/
 
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