The Larry Meiller Show

It’s always interesting to talk about Wisconsin’s unique people, places and events. We take a look at Madison’s Picnic Point, learn about an 11-year-old crafter who crochets, find out what a fidget mat is and hear about a track star who turned hoppers into hurdlers.

When it comes to a prairie garden, what’s under the soil is just as important as what’s above. With that in mind, we talk about successful prairie garden design, pre-planting weed control and preparing your soil.

When it comes to a prairie garden, what’s under the soil is just as important as what’s above. With that in mind, we talk about successful prairie garden design, pre-planting weed control and preparing your soil.

Recently, the Food and Drug Administration required that food companies change to a new “Nutrition Facts” panel on their packaging. We look at what has changed and how food labels can help you choose a healthier diet.

The UW-Madison Marching Band is gearing up for its biggest event of the year—the three-night Varsity Band Concert at the Kohl Center. Sadly, this will be the last one for its famous conductor, who has been with the band since 1969. We talk to him about his plans for the future and he shares some of his many memories.

Are you in the dark about Wisconsin’s underground? We shed some light on the Badger State’s natural and manmade underground wonders.

For more than 30 years the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin has been helping connect people with nature. We talk about their history, grant opportunities and field trips.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating reports of canine heart disease in dogs that have eaten certain pet foods. We talk with a veterinarian about the kinds of food that are involved and what dog owners need to know.

We learn why recent spring flooding is different than the flooding that happened last fall. Our guests from the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences also talk about February temperatures, and the water level of the Great Lakes.

We learn about the intersection of production and energy use. Researchers from the Wisconsin Energy Institute share ways we can shape landscapes to produce healthy food, feed, fiber and fuel while simultaneously helping to purify water, stabilize climate and enhance biodiversity.

There are a lot of cutting-edge and innovative ideas emerging in the world of horticulture and design, like Millennium Park in Chicago and the High Line in New York City. We talk about some of the latest trends with someone from the Allen Centennial Garden.

There are a lot of cutting-edge and innovative ideas emerging in the world of horticulture and design, like Millennium Park in Chicago and the High Line in New York City. We talk about some of the latest trends with someone from the Allen Centennial Garden.

New technologies have made finding your ancestors a popular hobby. And for those who don’t know who their parents are, these new methods are helping them find their roots. We talk with a DNA specialist about how you can utilize these new tools in your search.

It is estimated that almost half of the adult female population are affected by spider veins or varicose veins, and general venous disease. We talk with a specialist about what causes these problems, the treatments that are available and how to prevent them.

From the polar vortex to heavy snows, we’ve had a harder than normal winter in the Midwest . Our guest will update us on any lasting effects these conditions have had on our insect population.