Best Radio Exterior Podcasts (2025)

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Garden Talk: Healthy lawns and using herbs 1:39:06

1h ago1:39:06

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We talk with turf expert Doug Soldat about the latest in lawn care. We also look at a new book on edible and medicinal herbs.

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Book club: “The Killers’ Terms,” Madison festival celebrates Earth Day, Shoe repair 101 1:39:20

16h ago1:39:20

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First, we talk with author Kevin Kluesner about “The Killers’ Terms,” a thriller set in Milwaukee and our April book club selection. Then, we cover UW- Madison’s Earth Fest with organizers Lauren Graves and Chelsea Rademacher. Finally, shoe repairman Dave Franks joins us to talk about his craft.

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English Language Broadcast - CSFW: Madrid becomes the capital of sustainable fashion - 17/04/25 34:17

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As consciousness about environmental issues grows, companies and institutions are becoming more aware of the necessity of developing sustainable and ethical business models. The fashion industry is one of the most environmentally unfriendly. Its impact is enormous in terms of water consumption and carbon emissions. That's why more and more associat…

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Spring insects return, and wild bird breeding data nears publication 1:39:03

1d ago1:39:03

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We discuss the return of several insects with warm, spring weather. Then, we get an update on an effort to document the more than 250 species of wild birds that breed in Wisconsin.

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Advance directive planning, Managing debt and collections lawsuits, Hunger in Wisconsin and how to access emergency food 1:39:20

3d ago1:39:20

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First, we talk with retired attorney Ben Adams and Dr. Lee Vogel about advance directives and why they’re important. Then, Amanda Kostman, a UW-Extension Family Living Educator, and Josh Christianson, an attorney, talk about managing debt, collections lawsuits and bankruptcy. Finally, Jackie Anderson from Feeding Wisconsin talks about food insecuri…

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English Language Broadcast - 'Don Bigote': a satirical take on American conspiranoia - 15/04/25 31:25

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"In a certain village in La Mancha, which I do not wish to name" is probably one of the most well-known openings in literature. And more than 400 years after its publication, Miguel de Cervantes's "Don Quijote de la Mancha" continues inspiring literary works. This is the case of American writer Roy Lotz, who took inspiration from the Cervantine cla…

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Impact of tariffs on tech prices, the promise of quantum computing, and new state historic places 1:39:03

4d ago1:39:03

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Will tariffs raise prices on electronics? What can quantum computing do that classical computing can’t? And where are the new additions to the Wisconsin State Register of Historic Places?

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English Language Broadcast - Tariff war: "The effects on consumers will be strong" 9:41

7d ago9:41

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We have heard a lot about tariffs lately. The imposition of highest tariffs by the United States, to basically every country, has led to chaos and uncertainty. But what is it exactly that we are facing? Professor or Economy, Óscar Fentanes, joined us to answer this question. Escuchar audio

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English Language Broadcast - Samuel Nacar: the Spaniard awarded by the World Press Photo - 12/04/25 30:17

7d ago30:17

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"Las sombras ya tienen nombre", the shadows already have names partly because he gave it to them. In between hope and melancholy, Spanish photographer Samuel Nacar, portrayed those who were released from the Syrian prisons after the fall of the Al-Asad Regime in December of 2024. His work, featured in the Revista 5W, was recognized by the World Pre…

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Garden Talk: Spring chores and growing pawpaws 1:39:22

7d ago1:39:22

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Lots to do in the garden in the spring! UW Extension Outreach Specialist Bruce Spangenberg is back to help you with your questions. In the last half hour of the show we take a look at Wisconsin’s Pawpaw Project.

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Home improvement: What to think about before updating your home’s exterior, Women’s hockey wins 1:39:20

8d ago1:39:20

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Wisconsin registered home inspector John Freiburger is back to talk about the factors you should consider before starting work on your home’s roof and siding. Then, we talk with two hockey coaches about their teams’ national titles. We hear from Jackie Crum of UW-Madison and Joe Cranston of UW-River Falls.…

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English Language Broadcast - 'The Machado brothers' reunited in the afterlife - 10/04/25 31:32

9d ago31:32

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Antonio Machado is probably one of the most important personalities in Spanish literature. The youngest in the Generation of 1898, his poetry was characterized by an intimate symbolism. During the Spanish Civil War, he exiled to France where he died shortly after, very far from his brother Manuel Machado, who stayed in Spain. Also a poet, he contin…

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Outdoor writers roundtable 1:39:16

9d ago1:39:16

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Our outdoor writers consider the challenges facing Wisconsin's new DNR Secretary, impact of federal layoffs on the state's management of natural resources, and look forward to the spring hunting and fishing seasons.

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Health: Treating Parkinson’s disease and shingles 1:39:20

10d ago1:39:20

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First, we cover movement disorders, and focus on Parkinson’s disease, with neurologist Dr. Laura Buyan-Dent of UW Health. Then, it’s all about shingles and how to prevent them with Dr. Laura Felley from Emplify Health in La Crosse.

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English Language Broadcast - The manosphere: What are the real-life consequences? - 08/04/25 32:19

11d ago32:19

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Anti-feminism, misogyny, male supremacy... Some characterists of the so-called "manosphere". A term used to describe online communities which revolve around and reclaim masculinity. Although this movement used to be in the margins, now it has arrived to the mainstream and it is becoming more and more popular, especially among younger men and teenag…

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How to get good sleep; the importance of our circadian rhythms 1:39:00

11d ago1:39:00

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First we talk about how to improve your sleep habits with psychologist Dr. Rick Blackburn. Then author Lynne Peeples shares what she learned while writing "The Inner Clock: Living in Sync with Our Circadian Rhythms."

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Emisión en inglés - The Spanish teacher nominated to the "nobels of teaching" 8:39

14d ago8:39

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From more than 5 thousand applications from 89 countries, Ángel Luis González, was one of the finalists for the Global Teacher Prize awarded by the Varkey Foundation. The only Spaniard among the 50 best teachers in the world. The Prize was eventually awarded to Mansour Al Mansour, from Saudi Arabia, but that does not take any merit from Angel and t…

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English Language Broadcast - "Pink": The earliest human face of Western Europe 30:56

14d ago30:56

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Once again the Atapuerca archeological site, in the region of Burgos, was the location of a groundbreaking discovery... Bone fragments of the earliest human face in Western Europe were found in the Sima del Elefante Site. To tell us more about this discovery and what it means we spoke with María Martinón-Torres, director of the National Center for …

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Garden Talk: Pocket parks, pruning and planting 1:39:06

14d ago1:39:06

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We look at how to bring in more pollinators to your garden and community. Then we switch to advice on spring pruning and planting.

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Consumer protection, What to see at Baraboo’s Circus World 1:39:20

15d ago1:39:20

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Michelle Reinen and Michael Domke of the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection join us again to talk about recent scams they’re uncovering. Then, we talk about the Circus World Historic Site in Baraboo with Georgia Stephenson and Jennifer Cronk.

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English Language Broadcast - The history of Extremadura and where to see it - 03/04/25 29:19

16d ago29:19

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The region of Extremadura, in the east of Spain, has often been a bit overlooked. But, it is one the most fascinating regions in our country. Its rich cultural and historical background merges with natural landscapes and stunning national parks. The book "History of Extremadura and where to see it" takes readers on a journey through the history of …

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Wildlife Wednesday; and a Wisconsin filmmaker’s journey 1:39:06

16d ago1:39:06

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Birds, amphibians, large predators and their babies all come out in springtime, explain our guests, two UW-Extension wildlife specialists. Then, we talk to a filmmaker and Wisconsin native about his Tomah-area film project.

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Beekeeping in Wisconsin, What’s new in winemaking 1:39:00

17d ago1:39:00

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First, we talk about beekeeping ahead of the Chippewa Valley Bee Expo with Drew Kaiser of Kaiserson Bee Company of Eau Claire, and Emily Sydow, the 2025 Wisconsin Honey Queen. Then, we hear about winemaking from Philippe and Celine Coquard of Wollersheim Winery and Distillery in Prairie du Sac.

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English Language Broadcast - The Blue Man Group arrives in the Canary Islands - 01/04/25 30:08

18d ago30:08

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For over three decades now, a trio of bald, blue men have held shows that merge music with comedy in an otherworldy experience... And the Blue Man Group has travelled the world, playing in 15 countries and 100 US cities. The group now checks Spain off the list! Patrick Newton is one of the Three Blue Men currently playing in Gran Canaria, in Spain'…

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The mythical lumberjack, and wild spring weather 1:39:04

18d ago1:39:04

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We talk to the author of a new book on the history and myths of lumberjacks in the Northwoods. Then, the Weather Guys return to make sense of the wide variety of weather we’re experiencing in Wisconsin.

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English Language Broadcast - European Artistic Craft Days: the value of crafts in Spain - 29/03/25 30:05

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Woodturning, pottery, glassblowing, jewellery making... These are just some examples of the variety of crafts that exist in our country. Crafts represent 0.4% of the total GDP in Spain, according to a report by the School of Industrial Organization. However, in the last few years, the sector has had to face many threats, a consequence of the arriva…

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Garden Talk: Growing berries and starting seeds 1:39:00

21d ago1:39:00

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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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Vehicle maintenance, Getting your bike ready for spring rides 1:39:00

22d ago1:39:00

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First, retired service manager Jim Ward is back to tell you what you can do to maintain your vehicle this spring, and lengthen the amount of time it’ll be able to spend on the road. Then, we cover bike repairs with Andy Quandt of Gib’s Bike Shop in Lake Mills.

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English Language Broadcast - Madrid presents its first fair dedicated to comics - 27/03/25 30:51

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This weekend, the Matadero cultural center will be hosting the first ever edition of the Madrid Comic Fair. Workshops, interviews, film screenings, live radio broadcasts and almost 40 stalls belonging to bookstores and publishing houses will bring comics into the spotlight from the 27th to the 30th of March. Daniela Mercado and Sara Bellido, from t…

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Helping rural Wisconsin, setting prescribed burns, and tech for wastewater overflows 1:38:09

23d ago1:38:09

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We talk about a range of projects by the Wisconsin Rural Partnership Institute. Then, we talk about the history and current use of prescribed burns. Then, we learn about new technology for the treatment of stormwater.

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Pet care: Finding a responsible breeder, Comparing the behaviors of dogs and wolves 1:38:56

24d ago1:38:56

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First, we talk about how to find and work with a professional dog breeder. Our guest is Dr. Marty Greer. Then, Patricia McConnell returns to talk about the similarities and differences between dogs and wolves.

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English Language Broadcast - What rejecting the gender binary means for gender equality - 25/03/25 30:03

25d ago30:03

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'Gender identity' is a concept that has slowly been growing in popularity over the past decade or so, gradually entering the mainstream. And alongside the categories of male and female, the gender binary has come into question... Now, some people refer to themselves as non-binary, as not belonging to either gender. And the discussion around gender …

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Green burials, good news stories, and sauerkraut 1:39:12

25d ago1:39:12

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We talk with two Wisconsin funeral directors about natural or “green burials.” Then, we visit with the editor of the online magazine Reasons to be Cheerful. Then, we chat with a food writer and fan of sauerkraut.

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English Language Broadcast - "A midsummer night's dream": the magic of amateur theater 30:19

28d ago30:19

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One of Shakespeare's most beloved comedies arrives in Madrid by the hand of Madrid Players. A celebratory play that promises to immerse audiences in magic, fantasy and a bit of mischief. A play fitting for the 60th anniversary of the English-language theater group based in Madrid. "A midsummer night's dream" will run in the central Teatro Soho of M…

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Garden Talk: Prairie gardens and unique seeds 1:39:06

28d ago1:39:06

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Two regulars are back on Garden Talk. Consulting ecologist Neil Diboll of Prairie Nursery talks about getting everything ready for your native garden. Seed entrepreneur Jere Gettle is back with highlights from this year’s Baker Seed catalogue.

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Italian cooking and travel 1:39:02

30d ago1:39:02

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First, we talk about Italian American cooking with author and TV host Lucinda Scala Quinn. She’ll share her new cookbook “Mother Sauce: Italian American Family Recipes and the Story of the Women Who Created Them.” Then, Glenn Schmidt, a travel writer, will help you plan your next vacation to Italy.

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