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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.