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Garden Talk: Growing berries and starting seeds
We talk with Vijai Pandian about growing berries in your garden. And then we get tips from Diana Alfuth about how to start your seeds early.
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Clean home design; Radon testing; Preventing serious respiratory illness
We cover taking care of your lungs and breathing healthy air. We talk about reducing the amount of allergens in your home through design with Robin Wilson. Then, we cover radon testing with Michelle Schwoch. Finally, Dr. Jonathan Temte of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health talks about avoiding serious respiratory illness.
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Storing animal DNA; large study of bird songs reveals complexity
“Banking” DNA from endangered regional animals is under consideration by UW researchers. 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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The mythical lumberjack; the history of cartography
We talk to the author of a new book on the history and myths of lumberjacks in the Northwoods. 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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Answering your questions about family law; How to brew better coffee
First, we’re joined by lawyers Michael Riley and Tom Kolpien. They’ll answer your questions about family law and other legal matters. Then, an on-air workshop on making better coffee with Ryan Castelaz.
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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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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.