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WPR's weekday call-in show, continuing the trusted tradition of Larry Meiller. Host Lee Rayburn talks with expert guests and listeners about the outdoors, technology, books, home improvement, consumer... more
FAQs about The Lee Rayburn Show:How many episodes does The Lee Rayburn Show have?The podcast currently has 3,540 episodes available.
September 18, 2025Preparing wills, estate plans and other legal issues, Dane County Food Collective works to improve local food systemWe talk with attorneys Michael Riley and Emily Selner about elder law, including what to know about wills and naming someone as your power of attorney. Then, we hear about the Dane County Food Collective’s mission to better the food industry. Our guest is Evan Dannells, a founding member, chef and restaurant owner....more1h 40minPlay
September 17, 2025Insects not spreading disease, despite fear; solar energy options; and why farmers are planting prairiesWisconsin’s assassin bugs and mosquitoes could be worse. Then, a solar industry rep explains the tech and what the loss of federal tax credits could mean for customers. Then, we talk about the many benefits of prairie strips on tilled farmland....more1h 40minPlay
September 16, 2025Dr. Zorba Paster visits Larry, “True North Cabin Cookbook,” Secretary of Wisconsin Department of Tourism on what to do this fallWe reflect on 33 years of “Zorba Paster On Your Health” with Dr. Zorba Paster himself. Then, author Stephanie Hanson joins us to talk about her new “True North Cabin Cookbook.” Finally, Wisconsin Department of Tourism Secretary Anne Sayers returns to talk about autumn activities....more1h 40minPlay
September 15, 2025Walking off lower back pain; the parental grief of “empty nest syndrome”We look at the effectiveness of walking to relieve lower back pain, then we talk to behavioral health specialist Anne Totero about the emotional distress parents often feel when their children leave home....more1h 40minPlay
September 12, 2025Garden Talk: Tree health and adding spring color with bulbsWe talk with DNR Forest Health Specialist Paul Cigan about what’s been going on in the state forests this year. We also look at how to add color to your spring lawn....more1h 40minPlay
September 11, 2025Home improvement: decks and shoreland careFirst, residential remodeler Chad Speight returns with Tim Quigley to talk about the latest trends in decks and outdoor living spaces. Then, we’ll hear why it’s important to care for private lake shorelines. Our guests give advice on what you can do to improve the health of your local lake....more1h 40minPlay
September 10, 2025Wild rice harvest woes, how carbon fees could lower energy bills, and prescribed burn trainingWisconsin sees its wild rice harvest continue to fall. Then, a a researcher explains how consumers could see lower energy bills. Then, we learn how to get trained as a Burn Boss....more1h 39minPlay
September 09, 2025Digestive health, Healing after heartbreak, “Time, Beauty, and Grief: A Hike Through Wisconsin’s 50 State Parks”We talk about common gastrointestinal issues with Dr. Siegfried Yu. Then, psychologist and author Guy Winch joins us to talk about the effects of heartbreak. Finally, discuss “Time, Beauty, and Grief: A Hike Through Wisconsin’s 50 State Parks” with author Betsy Korbinyr....more1h 40minPlay
September 08, 2025AI erodes critical thinking, study says; poets spotlighted in PBS Wisconsin series; and agency tackles childhood traumaIncreasing reliance on AI is taking a toll on independent thinking. Then, we talk about a new PBS Wisconsin web series “Welcome Poets.” Then, the Rainbow Project helps children and families recover from trauma....more1h 40minPlay
September 05, 2025Garden Talk: Time to sow wildflower seeds and a new invasive plant found in the stateSome seeds do better when planted in the fall. Prairie expert Neil Diboll is back to share his advice for what to plant now. Then we talk to an extension weed specialist about stiltgrass....more1h 40minPlay
FAQs about The Lee Rayburn Show:How many episodes does The Lee Rayburn Show have?The podcast currently has 3,540 episodes available.