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Garden Talk: Gardening can be murder; A new guide to perennials
In the doldrums of winter we talk to the author of a new book that explores how mystery writers have used gardening in their stories. Then, the American Horticultural Society has a new perennial guide out and we look at selecting plants, using them in your landscape, and how to get more blooms.
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‘Extra! Extra! Eat All About It!’ explores Wisconsin food history; The rediscovery of wild cacao
We talk with Jane Conway and Randi Julia Ramsden about their book “Extra! Extra! Eat All About It! Recipes and Culinary Curiosities from Historic Wisconsin Newspapers.” Then, we talk to Rowan Jacobsen, author of the new book “Wild Chocolate: Across the Americas in Search of Cacao’s Soul.”
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Holiday special: underrated Christmas and holiday movies, Santa Claus comes to the studio
First, we talk about Christmas movies with Jamison Rabbitt, a Sun Prairie-based movie review show host. At noon, it’s a special visit from Santa and elf Jingle. They will be ready to hear what kids want for Christmas at the number 800-642-1234 or email talk@wpr.org.
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Who plows Wisconsin highways, and how to keep dogs from jumping on guests
County road crews maintain, plow and salt Wisconsin’s highways. We learn how they do it all. Then, a dog trainer has advice for reducing chaos at the front door.
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Book club: “A Measured Thread,” What you need to know before filing your 2025 taxes
First, we talk about the book “A Measured Thread” with author Mary Behan. It’s our final book club novel of the year. Then, Mary Mellem, a tax professional, helps you get your 2025 tax documents ready to file.
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Garden Talk: Effective landscape lighting; Perennial farming
We talk with Woody Kerwin about how and where to use lighting. And then we hear about how the Savannah Institute is helping to shape the future of farming.
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Recurring Segments
| Segment Topic | Schedule |
| Wildlife | First Wednesday |
| Consumer Protection | First Thursday, every other month |
| Tech | Second Monday |
| Health | Second Tuesday |
| Home Improvement | Second Thursday |
| PT | Third Monday |
| Pet Care | Fourth Tuesday |
| “Weather Guys” | Last Monday |
Read Along With Larry
Did you know we have a book club? Join us as we read selected books throughout the year, and then discuss them with the author on the show. We tell you what they’ll be before the shows, so you can ask questions too!
| TITLE OF BOOK | SHOW DATE |
| The Snowbirds By Christina Clancy | Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025 |
| The Killer’s Terms By Kevin Kluesner | Thursday, April 17, 2025 |
| Bridgeton By Michael Knoedler | Thursday, June 19, 2025 |
| The Business Trip By Jessie Garcia | Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 |
| Beyond the Flames By Greg Renzz | Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025 |
| A Measured Thread By Mary Behan | Monday, Dec. 22, 2025 |
Show Blog
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Backyard pond basics: Advice for adding water features
A water feature could be a pond, stream or even a birdbath, said Chris O’Connor, the regional service manager at Aquatica.
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Pollinators, pest controllers, seed spreaders: Author reflects on the benefits of bats
Several species of bats call Wisconsin home. Naturalists herald these winged mammals as important pollinators and marvels of echolocation. Author Alyson Brokaw talked bats, bat…
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Wisconsin researcher says fitness trackers offer valuable, accurate health data
UW-Madison’s Lisa Cadmus-Bertram said her research is focused on improving our understanding of how physical activity is related to chronic disease risks.
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Though elusive and rare in Wisconsin, golden eagles winter in the Driftless Area
The Raptor Resource Project’s golden eagle research is tracing what the eagles do in their summering and wintering grounds.