The Lee Rayburn Show

Looking for some great gift ideas for gardeners on your list - or for yourself? Our experienced gardening guest has lots of suggestions for you.

Lots of shopping will be going on in the next few weeks, that means more opportunities to get scammed. We get expert advice from our guests from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection on how to protect yourself.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says deer hunters killed around 14 percent more deer during this year’s gun season. As the season draws to a close, a Madison-based chef tells us his secrets to making the best meals of your wild game this year.

What do acorns, pine needles and sumac have in common? You can find them outside right now. Plus, they’re all ingredients in our guest’s cookie recipes. We talk with the author of “More Than Snow: A Guide to Winter Foraging with Recipes for Holiday Cookies.”

This month, the Buffalo, New York area experienced a historic storm with some parts of the region logging more than 6 feet of snow. The Weather Guys are back to talk about how Wisconsin’s weather could relate to the snow event in New York state.

There is still time to plant, but the clock is ticking. We look at how to successfully get those woody plants in the ground, what you can compost from your vegetable garden, and how to prepare your garden for winter.

Agroforestry has been practiced around the world for centuries, and it's here in the Midwest, too. We talk with two representatives from the Savanna Institute about their work to spread the agricultural practice.

From the redwood forests to city parks and sandy beaches, our guest is dedicated to reconnecting Black people with nature and celebrating Black joy. We talk with Rue Mapp about her book “Nature Swagger.”

One in four dogs will be diagnosed with cancer, according to MedVet. We talk with two veterinarians about the warning signs for cancer, plus cover holiday adoptions and whether you can share Thanksgiving leftovers with your dog.

About 70 percent of U.S. households have at least one pet, but only about three percent of those pet owners have insurance for their furry friend. We cover pet insurance and answer your questions about what’s right for you and dog or cat.