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The truth is out West! We’re hopping on the ET Highway and venturing to the most notorious alien hot spots, including Roswell’s infamous crash site, Area 51’s eerie perimeter, and a mysterious desert watchtower. Join us as journalist Laura Krantz, host of the podcast Wild Thing , beams up to share stories from the front lines of UFO reporting—from strange sightings and quirky festivals to a mailbox where people leave letters to extraterrestrials. Maybe you’ll even decide for yourself: Is Earth a tourist stop for spaceships? UFO hot spots you’ll encounter in this episode: - UFO Watchtower (near Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado) - Roswell, New Mexico - Area 51, Nevada - Extraterrestrial Highway (aka State Route 375), Nevada - Little A’Le’Inn, ET Highway, Nevada - E.T. Fresh Jerky, ET Highway, Nevada - Alien Research Center, ET Highway, Nevada - The Black Mailbox, ET Highway, Nevada Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group .…

The Larry Meiller Show

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Join host Larry Meiller every weekday from 11 a.m. to 01:00 p.m. on WPR News stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests.

135 episodes

The Larry Meiller Show

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Join host Larry Meiller every weekday from 11 a.m. to 01:00 p.m. on WPR News stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests.

135 episodes

#Wisconsin Public Radios #Economics #Business #Business Disciplines #Environment #Science #Society #History

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Garden Talk: It’s always time to plant something; Watering wisely 1:38:53

1 day ago1:38:53

1:38:53

Gardening expert Patti Nagai is back to talk about how to decide what and when to plant - even in the winter. Then we look at ways to wisely use water in your garden.

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Vehicle maintenance, UW-Stout’s video game design program 1:39:20

3 days ago1:39:20

1:39:20

First, retired service manager Jim Ward is back to help you prepare your car for a summer road trip. Then, we hear about all the work it takes to create a video game from scratch. Our guest is Karl Koehle, an assistant professor of game design at UW-Stout.

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A Wisconsin wildlife update, and we meet DNR Secretary Karen Hyun 1:39:06

4 days ago1:39:06

1:39:06

We hear about wildlife on the move in Wisconsin this time of year. Then, we’re paid a visit by new Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Secretary Karen Hyun.

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Backyard astronomy, What to do in Oconto, Summer events and festivals around Wisconsin 1:39:20

5 days ago1:39:20

1:39:20

First, author and astronomy enthusiast Paul Kinzer returns to talk about what’s going on in the celestial skies. Then, Samantha Routheau and Gary Zahn of Oconto join us to talk about what’s going on in their community. Finally, Amanda Weibel of Travel Wisconsin talks about the hottest ways to spend your Wisconsin summer.…

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Spring bird migrations to Wisconsin 1:39:08

6 days ago1:39:08

1:39:08

Spring is prime time to observe birds returning to Wisconsin after flying thousands of miles from their wintering grounds. Technology has aided our understanding of bird migration, and retired wildlife educator Bill Volkert also returns to talk about spring birds on the wing.

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Garden Talk: Bayfield in Bloom 2025 1:38:49

9 days ago1:38:49

1:38:49

We are once again celebrating northern Wisconsin with our annual live broadcast from Bayfield.

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Vehicle maintenance; Restoring exotic cars 1:39:18

10 days ago1:39:18

1:39:18

We talk about hydroplaning and all things cars and water with Jim Ward, a retired service manager from Smart Motors Toyota. Then, we learn about restoring rare cars with Todd Colondro of StreetWorks Exotics in Pewaukee.

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Fish research and regulations; an app for finding fish safe to eat; and worry for land trusts groups in Wisconsin 1:38:46

11 days ago1:38:46

1:38:46

A panel of DNR fish biologists join us to answer the question, “How’s the fishing?” Then, we talk to an associate professor of epidemiology about an app tribal members use to find fish safe to eat. Then, we talk to the leaders of two nonprofit land trusts about conservation efforts in Wisconsin.

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Dog park etiquette, Being a veterinarian 1:39:20

12 days ago1:39:20

1:39:20

Madison-based professional dog trainer Jorge Melara joins us again, this time to tell us what we need to know about our dogs – and ourselves – before we head to the dog park. Then, we hear from a doctor of veterinary medicine about the joys and challenges of being a vet.

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125 years of Wisconsin State Parks 1:39:29

13 days ago1:39:29

1:39:29

We celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Wisconsin State Park system with a specially-curated episode featuring past conversations about these unique areas around our state.

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Garden Talk: Adding fragrance to your garden; The magic of rhubarb 1:39:20

16 days ago1:39:20

1:39:20

Guest Mark Dwyer will suggest plants with fragrance and talk about how to attract pollinators. And then we talk to the author of The Pocket Rhubarb Cookbook.

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Consumer protection, Explaining misinformation 1:39:03

17 days ago1:39:03

1:39:03

Michelle Reinen and Michael Domke of the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection are back to talk about the recent scams they’re uncovering. Then, we talk about misinformation and how you can spot it on social media and the internet. Our guest is Kate Hinnant from UW-Eau Claire.

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Midges, ticks and other bugs; the value of wetlands 1:39:00

18 days ago1:39:00

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We get an insect update from UW-Madison entomologist PJ Liesch. Then, we talk about the benefits of wetlands and efforts to protect them.

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Beat the heat with these must-read summer books 1:39:20

19 days ago1:39:20

1:39:20

There are so many great books out there. Luckily, Daniel Goldin of Boswell Book Company in Milwaukee is here to help you narrow down your search for the perfect summer read.

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Another reason not to sit too long, and the benefits of massage therapy 1:39:02

20 days ago1:39:02