Exterior work on a home should be made to last
The reasons to replace siding and trim includes, but is not limited to, aesthetics. We talk about why updating the exterior extends the life...
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The Larry Meiller Show
Join host Larry Meiller every weekday morning from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on WPR's Ideas Network stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" top...
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The future of Earth’s natural resources; How lead and zinc miners left their mark on southwest Wisconsin; Trout stream check-in
First, we talk with author James Crawford about his latest book “The Vanishing Earth." Then, historian Tracey Lee Roberts returns to tell th...
Reducing ovarian cancer; and increasing living organ donation
Most ovarian cancer develops in the fallopian tubes, which can be removed. We talk to a gynecologic oncologist about the game-changing proce...
The Lee Rayburn Show visits the Wisconsin State Fair
Join us for a day at the Wisconsin State Fair! First, Shari Black talks about the event’s 175th anniversary. Then, we get the story behind t...
Consumer protection; the limits of satellite broadband; and the expansion of high-speed internet in Wisconsin
We hear about the latest scams affecting consumers in Wisconsin. Then, we talk about internet access – first, through Starlink’s satellite b...
Wildlife update with David Drake; What new federal wildlife rules mean for Wisconsin’s at-risk animals
David Drake, a UW-Extension wildlife specialist and professor, is back. This time he talks about Wisconsin’s many raccoons. Then, we break d...
Ethical investing and disaster preparedness
To put our money to good use, we ask a wealth management expert for investing advice. Then, we talk to the co-authors of “The Emergency Play...
Celebrating Wisconsin’s love of beer and pizza
We talk about the travel guide “Best Beer Hikes Wisconsin” with author Chad Turner. Then, we ponder Wisconsin’s love of frozen pizza and lea...
Hikers, bikers and paddlers unite; and a guidebook for families struggling with dementia
Silent Sports is “the journal for human-powered recreation” in the Upper Midwest. Its editor joins us. Then, talk with dementia specialist D...
The future of our electric grid; Beaver management in Wisconsin
First, UW-Milwaukee professor Robert Cuzner joins us to talk about the electrical grid. We also talk about microgrids — one answer to Americ...
Smoky skies effects on pets; Door County history preserved; and adopters needed for working cats
We learn how to protect our pets from polluted air. Then, we hear how the Door County Historical Society restored a lighthouse and preserved...
Optimizing your home Wi-Fi; Answering questions about Wisconsin’s weather and climate
First, Jesse La Grew, the chief information security officer at Madison College, joins us to discuss technology and cybersecurity issues. He...
Past and future non-human organ transplants; and the high cost of housing in Wisconsin
A new book traces the history of nonhuman-to-human organ transplantation. Then, we learn why home prices keep rising and what can be done ab...
The story of Mąą Wakącąk and the Badger Lands; Wisconsin State Natural Areas Program reaches 75th year
First, our guests Melanie Tallmadge Sainz and Mike Mossman share the story of Mąą Wakącąk and the Badger Lands in Sauk County. Then, we talk...
Returning unclaimed property; history of dairy research; and the joy of inclusive birding
The state is trying to return $800 million in unclaimed money and property. Maybe some of it is yours. Then, we look back on the 40-year his...
Physical therapists return with answers to your questions; Improve your sleep hygiene
First, physical therapists Lori Thein Brody and Jill Thein-Nissenbaum talk about the severity of falls in older adults. Then, Dr. Timothy Yo...
Life along the Upper Mississippi River; and how to become a Canadian citizen
Everything about the Upper Mississippi River is discussed in Big River Magazine. We talk to founding editor Reggie McLeod about the stories...
Mid-summer insect update; Befriending Wisconsin’s bumble bees
First, Phil Pellitteri is back to share his knowledge about Wisconsin’s insects, including earwigs and ants. Then, Terrell Hyde and Jay Wats...
The ‘gut-brain axis’ connection to autoimmune disease; and Dr. Zorba Paster talks wellness
Research is showing that our gut microbiomes affect our brain health, and may be the cause of autoimmune diseases. Then, we talk about the e...
How GPS shapes our modern world; UW-Stout professors and students experiment with AI and filmmaking; Viroqua group teaches community how to fix household items
First, we talk with Katherine Dunn about her latest book “Little Blue Dot: How the Global Positioning System Shaped the Modern World.” Then,...