The Lee Rayburn Show

Gardening expert Lis Frieoth is back with her list of great gardening gifts. This year’s list includes tools, clothing and books.

Just like the arrival of Santa Claus we look forward to Daniel Golden’s list of great books for gift giving. There’s something for everyone on your list.

Inga Witscher is back to take us on a tour of small farms across the state in her PBS program “Around the Farm Table.” Inga will tell us about her time shearing sheep and horseback riding. We’ll also hear from a maple syrup producer.

Phenology is the study of the natural life cycles animals and plants follow. A wildlife ecologist shares how season and climate events affect wildlife in Wisconsin and what you can expect to see happen in the coming months.

Dogs across the country are coming down with a new respiratory illness similar to kennel cough. We talk with two UW veterinarians about what we know. Plus, we hear how to keep our pets cozy in the winter and about the amount of sleep cats and dogs should receive.

El Niño might bring drier-than-average conditions this winter, says a season outlook by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Weather Guy Jon Martin is back to tell us more about what we can expect this winter, plus a look at the key findings of the National Climate Assessment.

One way researchers can study animals in the rainforest is to listen to them. We talk with a Wisconsin ecologist who is using soundscapes to help determine biodiversity in forests across the globe. We also learn about her efforts to engage the public.

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.

Consider adding wild game to your holiday menus this year. Chef Joel Olson is back to talk about cooking with game and has some recipes to share.

Many onions will be used over the next month of holiday cooking. We talk about the history of the onion with the author of a book on the vegetable. We also look at some historical recipes.