The Larry Meiller Show

We’re in the middle of the long Wisconsin winter, which can actually be a good time to inspect your home. We talk with a registered home inspector about how colder weather can help you identify potential issues in your home.

A recent report by Northland College shows increased vulnerability in Lake Superior’s water quality. More severe storms are contributing to erosion, infrastructure damage and algae blooms. We talk with a water scientist about the report, and ways citizens can alleviate the impacts of storms and flooding.

The Galapagos Islands have a reputation as one of the few pristine natural areas left on the planet. Our guest has conducted research on the islands and explains why that isn’t quite true, and may never have been. We also learn how the iconic giant Galapagos tortoises tell the story of conservation history.

Changes in tax code have left a lot of people wondering if they should take the standard deduction or itemize. We talk with our tax professional about what to consider when making your decision.

Google Maps is celebrating its 15th birthday. We talk about how it's changed our lives since its beginning. We also learn more about managing our smartphones, like how to get rid of pesky notifications.

Many gardeners incorporate edible plants into their landscapes. Our guest went one step further and added grains to her garden. We talk about how to select, grow, care for and use grains.

Plants and flowers are popular Valentine's Day gifts. We talk about how to choose the right ones and how to care for them. We also look at other gift ideas for gardeners.

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection just released the top ten consumer complaints of 2019. Our two experts break down the list for us. They also talk about what to look out for when booking spring break trips, tax identity theft, and other scams.

Bald eagles will soon start nesting and biologists are asking citizens to help in the count. We talk about the eagle population and how you can help with the nest count. We also discuss predators living amongst human populations.

It’s hard to believe, but the U.S. Olympic hockey win over the USSR happened almost 40 years ago. We remember the game, the players and the coach, and look at how the miracle still resonates.

Historians believe the first organized hockey in Wisconsin was played in Superior in the late 1890's. And it’s been going strong ever since. We talk with our guest about great players, teams and fans. Then, we continue our discussion on hockey with a report on the top-ranked UW-Madison women’s team. We look at key matchups and top players.

When we think of aging, we often think of a decline in memory, a decline in overall health, maybe even a decline in happiness. We talk with a neuroscientist and author who challenges these beliefs and encourages us to make the most of your life no matter your age.

Vision loss and impairment can be devastating. We talk with an eye expert about the latest stem cell research to combat common disorders like macular degeneration. And, preventative measures and treatments to keep our eyes healthy.

Two new blights have arrived in Wisconsin. We turn to a plant expert to discuss what they look like, and what they can do to your garden. We also talk about winter damage, and what's going on at the upcoming Garden Expo.

The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald is one of the most famous shipwreck stories in Great Lakes history. It is also one of maritime’s great mysteries. We talk about what was and wasn’t determined during the US Coast Guard hearings. Then, we preview a family-friendly performance called "YAO YAO" coming to UW-Whitewater's Young Auditorium in this month's Timeout Wisconsin .