We say a fond farewell to Larry Meiller in his 60th year of broadcasting for Wisconsin Public Radio. Join Lee Rayburn and Jill Nadeau as they talk with Larry about his fondest memories and hear some of the questions his regular quests have had for him.

We talk about the Wisconsin Idea — the University of Wisconsin’s goal to work with people, communities and the land around the state. Our guests are Catherine Reiland and Curt Meine. Then, The Weather Guys (Steve Ackerman and Jon Martin) are back to talk about thunderstorms, the 2026 hurricane season and more.

Gardening expert Patti Nagai is back and gets a bit philosophical about gardening. She also talks about keeping your garden looking good into summer. Then Susan Carpenter talks about what's happening in the UW Arboretum Native Gardens.

Before you hit the road this summer, here’s a vehicle maintenance checklist. Then, we talk about the rich history of brewing in and around Wisconsin’s capital city.

Author Glenn Schmidt has traveled to more than 60 countries. Each of his trips teach him something about the art of being a traveler. Schmidt shares his tips for getting around the world in old age in his latest book “Travel Lessons for Seniors: Your Personal Guide to Better Travel.”

Animal behaviorist and author Patricia McConnell returns to share more dog training advice. Then, we talk about how to say goodbye to an aging or ailing pet.

First, Larry reminisces with Wisconsin author Michael Perry. Then, we celebrate the music of 1967 — the first year Larry was on the radio — with Tom Wilmeth, a recurring guest and music aficionado.

Nationally known gardening expert Melinda Myers joins us to talk about how to tweak your garden to make it more pollinator friendly. Then in the last thirty Tovah Martin joins us to talk about how to transition indoor plants outdoors.

We talk to the author of “Pigeon Falls,” a new novel about the high-pressure building of a wind farm in small-town Wisconsin. Then, we talk to an attorney about what to look for in liability insurance.

First, entomologist PJ Liesch returns to answer your questions about bugs and give his prediction for this year’s mosquito season. Then, our outdoor writers return for another roundtable discussion about the top conservation issues in Wisconsin.