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Lake Effect: Full Show Podcast

English, Periodicals, 1 season, 230 episodes, 1 day, 3 hours, 56 minutes
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Lake Effect, WUWM’s locally-produced magazine program, covers a lot of ground, focusing on your neighbors and your issues. Join the Lake Effect team as they open a window onto life in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin.
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Wednesday 5/15/24: university endowments, periodical cicadas, world champion taxidermist

We learn about university investment funds and endowments. We learn about the millions of cicadas emerging from the ground this summer. Plus, speak with a world champion taxidermist.
5/15/202451 minutes, 30 seconds
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Tuesday 5/14/24: Spring wildfires, Aging Advocacy Day, Aquatics Ambassadors program, 'Milwaukee in Stone & Clay'

We look at what’s happened so far during spring wildfire season. We learn about Aging Advocacy Day in Wisconsin. We learn about the Aquatics Ambassador program. We speak with the author of Milwaukee in Stone & Clay, a book about Milwaukee's geological architecture.
5/14/202451 minutes, 16 seconds
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Monday 5/13/24: Milwaukee County Executive's second term, PFAS regulations, 'Farmer Wants a Wife' finalist

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley shares what he hopes to do in his second term in office. We learn what steps are being taken in Peshtigo, Wisconsin to mitigate PFAS in drinking water. Plus, we speak with one of the finalists from the dating reality show, Farmer Wants a Wife.
5/13/202451 minutes, 21 seconds
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Wednesday 5/8/24: fire department challenges, Camacho's, 'The People's Joker', Everywhere is Queer

We learn about a new initiative to provide mental health services to members of the Milwaukee Fire Department. We visit one of Milwaukee’s longest standing Mexican bars, Camacho's. We speak with the co-writer of “The People’s Joker. ”Plus, tell you about a website and app that helps people find queer-owned businesses.
5/8/202451 minutes, 32 seconds
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Tuesday 5/7/24: Proposed MPS budget, poison expert, Public Trust podcast, spongy moths

We look at what’s in the proposed budget for Milwaukee Public Schools. A poison expert and author talks about science literacy. We speak with the producer of a podcast that explores the impact of forever chemicals in Wisconsin. We learn about an invasive species that’s threatening Wisconsin’s trees.
5/7/202451 minutes, 19 seconds
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Monday 5/6/24: traffic deaths report, student protests & politics, Bay View massacre, 72-year-old UWM graduate

We look at a new report that finds traffic deaths have gone up in Milwaukee County. Capitol Notes explores the political implications of the student protests. We learn about the 1886 Bay View Massacre. Plus, meet a 72-year-old woman about to graduate from UWM.
5/6/202451 minutes, 20 seconds
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Thursday 5/2/24: student protests, 'Swing State of the Union', Indigenous exhibit at Milwaukee Public Museum, Bubbler Talk

We learn how the long history of protesting at UW-Madison is being documented. We bring you a sneak peek of WUWM's new podcast Swing State of the Union. We learn about future plans for the large rotating powwow exhibit at the Milwaukee Public Museum. Plus, learn what happens when an animal at the Milwaukee County Zoo dies.
5/6/202451 minutes, 32 seconds
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Wednesday 5/1/24: Labor rights advocates, anti-Chinese riot in Milwaukee, tick check, viral job listing

We explore how some Wisconities are advocating for workers rights. We learn about the anti-Chinese riots that took place in Milwaukee in the late 1800s. We learn how to do a proper tick check. Plus, tell you about a job listing that went viral last summer — that invites you to eat cheese for a living.
5/1/202451 minutes, 32 seconds
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Tuesday 4/30/24: 'Swing State of the Union' podcast, school choice history, spring cleaning tips, Milwaukee Music Roundup

We introduce you to WUWM’s new podcast, Swing State of the Union. We explore the history of school choice. We get some tips on how to organize your home during spring cleaning. Plus, hear new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.
4/30/202451 minutes, 23 seconds
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Monday 4/29/24: local hospital recognized, Rare Books Room, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Mechanic Shop Femme

We learn about one Wisconsin hospital being recognized for its work improving maternal care for Black pregnant people. Our Books and Beyond series visits the Rare Books Room at Central Library. We learn about the programs offered through Milwaukee’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Plus, tell you about a car education blog called Mechanic Shop Femme.
4/29/202453 minutes, 49 seconds
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Thursday 4/25/24: Medicine Fish, Black Lens, Walker's Pint

Connecting young people of the Menominee Indian Tribe with nature. Film choices for the Milwaukee Film Festival from the Black Lens programmer. Walker’s Pint, the only lesbian bar in Wisconsin,
4/25/202451 minutes, 32 seconds
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Wednesday 4/24/24: Milwaukee real estate, accessible walks, Milwaukee Film Festival

The status of the Milwaukee-area real estate market. A guide book for accessible walks in the city. The director and part subject of the documentary “Chasing Chasing Amy.”
4/24/202451 minutes, 32 seconds
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Tuesday 4/23/24: Local lesbian history, Chirp Chat, Light Needs, Live at Lake Effect

Local lesbian history in honor of Lesbian Visibility Week. A new program donating birding backpacks to community centers. “Light Needs” - a film about plants. Live at Lake Effect featuring Milwaukee’s own Buffalo Nichols.
4/23/202451 minutes, 19 seconds
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Monday 4/22/24: Russo-Ukrainian War, Capitol Notes, the first Earth Day, Richland

A Wisconsin professor from Ukraine shares his experiences since the 2022 Russian invasion. Capitol Notes catches up on the latest in Wisconsin state politics. The woman who helped organize the first Earth Day. The director of “Richland” discusses what remains of a small town built for the Manhattan Project.
4/22/202451 minutes, 23 seconds
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Thursday on Lake Effect: political conventions, stink bugs, Wisconsin hikes, farewell to Bob Reitman

We explore how political conventions have changed over time. We learn about stink bugs. We talk about some of the best hikes in Wisconsin. Plus, say farewell to the host of It’s Alright Ma, It’s Only Music, Bob Reitman.
4/18/202451 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tuesday 4/16/24: Mayor Johnson reflects, AAPI history, Lady Like, Dynamic Range

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson reflects on his first term. New legislation requires Asian American and Hmong American history in Wisconsin schools. RuPaul’s Drag Race queen Lady Camden. Bill Tennessan speaks on his exhibition "Dynamic Range."
4/16/202451 minutes, 17 seconds
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Thursday 4/11/24: No One Asked You, hydroponics, grilled cheese championship

“No One Asked You,” a documentary about how humor is used to fight for abortion rights. A program that introduces high schoolers to agriculture, nutrition, and careers in science. The Wisconsin grilled cheese sandwich championship in Dodgeville.
4/11/202451 minutes, 20 seconds
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Wednesday 4/10/24: Remembering Cardinal Stritch, Chirp Chat, 'Shari & Lamb Chop'

The history of the now-shuttered Cardinal Stritch University. A new episode of Chirp Chat: why birds migrate. We speak with the director of "Shari & Lamb Chop,” which kicks off the Milwaukee Film Festival.
4/10/202451 minutes, 11 seconds
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Tuesday 4/9/24: Avian flu and dairy cows, see the Northern Lights, Mechanic Shop Femme

How avian flu is affecting dairy cows and the dairy industry. How to see the Northern Lights. A conversation with "Mechanic Shop Femme."
4/9/202451 minutes, 22 seconds
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Monday 4/8/24: A new union, Capitol Notes, flood prevention, woman cheesemakers

A new union representing Milwaukee’s service & hospitality workers. The latest Capitol Notes. Efforts to prevent flooding in the Milwaukee area. One of just two female master cheesemakers in the world is in Wisconsin.
4/8/202451 minutes, 19 seconds
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Thursday 4/4/24: Men of color summit, HBCUs, SapSap Ubon

A summit for men of color happening this weekend, and what organizers hope to accomplish. NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday host Ayesha Rascoe discusses the importance of HBCUs. A Lao barbeque restaurant, SapSap, moves away from brick and mortar.
4/4/202451 minutes, 19 seconds
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Wednesday 4/3/24: Spring election results, Home Rule, Wisconsin Journalist of the Year, Ko-Thi Dance Company

We recap yesterday's election results. Act 12 and the idea of ‘home rule’ enshrined in Wisconsin’s constitution. A Brookfield senior is named this year’s Wisconsin Journalist of the Year. A first-of-its-kind Universal Park being built here in Milwaukee. Ko-Thi Dance Company continues its dedication to performing and teaching African music and dance.
4/3/202451 minutes, 30 seconds
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Tuesday 4/2/24: What's on your ballot, Milwaukee Film Festival, Dig In!

What’s on your ballot for today's spring election. What it takes to put the Milwaukee Film Festival together. How purple vegetables are good for your garden and your health.
4/2/202451 minutes, 30 seconds
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Monday 4/1/24: What is allowed when voting, WUWM voter roundtable, Milwaukee Music Roundup

What is, and is not, allowed when voting in tomorrow’s election. Part 2 of WUWM's voter roundtable. New local music in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.
4/1/202450 minutes, 41 seconds
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Thursday 3/28/24: Voter roundtable, help with genealogical research, Kodachrome Milwaukee

A voter roundtable discussing the upcoming presidential election. Resources to help you research your family history. Kodachrome Milwaukee: a book of mid-1900s Milwaukee images
3/28/202450 minutes, 44 seconds
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Wednesday 3/27/24: Wisconsin Latinos and faith, science and the arts, Chirp Chat, Art Car

History of Wisconsin’s Latino communities' connection to faith. The connection between science and the arts. Why the American Ornithological Society’s renamed some birds. How the city is combatting reckless driving through mobile art.
3/27/202451 minutes, 20 seconds
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Tuesday 3/26/24: Great Lakes drinking water, The Last Repair Shop, influential women artists

Tribal schools across the Great Lakes region test for safe drinking water. The Oscar-winning documentary short film “The Last Repair Shop.” Female artists who have influenced the women of WUWM.
3/26/202450 minutes, 56 seconds
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Monday 3/25/24: Capitol Notes, local environmental policy, millennials and healthcare, Food Journeys

What can be done with environmental policy on a local level. How millennials are impacting the healthcare system. “Food Journeys" explores how Milwaukeeans relate to the food system.
3/25/202451 minutes, 20 seconds
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Thursday 3/21/24: Solar eclipse, Utama, Milwaukee's youth poet laureate

The upcoming solar eclipse: what to know and how to see it. “Utama" explores the impact of climate change for a couple in the Bolivian highlands. Milwaukee’s first-ever youth poet laureate.
3/21/202451 minutes, 22 seconds
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Wednesday 3/20/24: MPS referendum, Aquatics Ambassadors, public museum packup, laser shows

Information on the Milwaukee Public Schools funding referendum. Water safety in Milwaukee. Milwaukee Public Museum packs up more than 4 million items. Planetarium laser shows.
3/21/202451 minutes, 17 seconds
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Tuesday 3/19/24: Ballot measure explainer, music teaching fellowship, best restaurants, Live at Lake Effect

What two statewide ballot measures for the spring election mean. The inaugural fellows at The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music’s Fellowship in Teaching Artistry. Milwaukee Magazine's new list of Milwaukee’s best restaurants. Live at Lake Effect, featuring "The Lemon Twigs."
3/19/202451 minutes, 12 seconds
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Monday 3/18/24: Milwaukee City Attorney race, American Birkebiner adjustments, Ice Age Trail

What a city attorney does and hear from both candidates. Big adjustments made at this year’s American Birkebiner due to lack of snow. Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail.
3/18/202451 minutes, 21 seconds
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Thursday 3/14/24: Thin Ice, Tamarack Waldorf School, Fair Housing Marches commemorated

Warming Wisconsin winters affect on leisure activities. Tamarack Waldorf School's efforts to get kids outside – rain, snow or shine. A fair housing marcher about the new markers commemorating the protests in Milwaukee.
3/14/202451 minutes, 30 seconds
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Wednesday 3/13/24: Remembering the Fair Housing Marches, Thin Ice, winter-themed fashion show

A Fair Housing marcher speaks about new city landmarks commemorating those protests. How warming winters are impacting the wildlife in Lake Michigan. An outdoor fashion show to send off the winter season.
3/13/202451 minutes, 20 seconds
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Tuesday 3/12/24: Waupan prison conditions, Commando remembers Fair Housing Marches, Thin Ice

Update on conditions at Waupun Correctional Institution. One of the Commandos from the Fair Housing Marches speaks about historical markers finally commemorating the events. The impact warming winters may have on crane and tick populations.
3/12/202451 minutes, 23 seconds
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Monday 3/11/24: Registration for April 2 election, fake electors scheme, Thin Ice, daylight savings time

How new Wisconsin voters can register for the April 2 election. Capitol Notes looks at a settlement over the fake electors scheme. The battle over daylight saving time.
3/11/202451 minutes, 12 seconds
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Thursday 3/7/24: what does a comptroller do?, Thin Ice: Wisconsin's Warming Winters, CEO of United Community Center

We learn what the City Comptroller does. We learn about WUWM's upcoming series, Thin Ice: Wisconsin's Warming Winters. We speak with Laura Gutiérrez, the CEO of the United Community Center in Milwaukee.
3/7/202435 minutes, 55 seconds
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Wednesday 3/6/24: Park infrastructure maintenance, how birding changes you, South Carolina political reporting

How community partnerships could help Milwaukee County Parks maintain its infrastructure. How birding changes how your environment. WUWM’s Maayan Silver speaks with South Carolina political reporter Maayan Schechter.
3/6/202451 minutes, 31 seconds
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Tuesday 3/5/24: Heart disease warnings, Milwaukee's architectural geology, cheese factory

A recent heart attack survivor speaks on heart disease presenting differently in women. A new book on Milwaukee’s geological architecture. Milwaukee’s first cheese factory after Clock Shadow Creamery closed.
3/5/202451 minutes, 15 seconds
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Monday 3/4/24: History of female Jewish comedians, Bad River Band sovereignty, Golda Meir's Milwaukee, Dreamers Gala

Female, Jewish comedians who paved the way for women in comedy. The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa’s battles the Line 5 pipeline. Golda Meir and her Milwaukee influences. Marquette’s annual Dreamers Gala.
3/4/202451 minutes, 15 seconds
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Thursday 2/29/24: Leap Day milestones, Great Circus Parade, Milwaukee Music Roundup

Milwaukeeans with Leap Day birthdays and anniversaries. Milwaukee’s Great Circus Parade and a new documentary that looks at its history. New local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.
2/29/202451 minutes, 17 seconds
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Wednesday 2/28/29: Traffic speed reduction, maple sugaring, Chirp Chat, heritage gardens

How Milwaukee’s traffic calming efforts have affected speeding. How a mild winter is impacting Wisconsin’s maple sugaring season. Tips on how to start birding in Milwaukee. Advice on how to start your own African American heritage garden.
2/28/202451 minutes, 17 seconds
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Tuesday 2/27/24: Petition against current abortion law, AI, Unity Awards, Underground Railroad

An effort to get the Wisconsin Supreme Court to recognize the right to an abortion as part of the state constitution. The impact of generative AI. Felice Green honored for her work to revitalize Milwaukee’s Sherman Park neighborhood. Wandering Wisconsin helps you plan a trip to a former stagecage inn that was part of the Underground Railroad.
2/27/202451 minutes, 23 seconds
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Monday 2/26/24: Impact of college DEI cuts, Capitol Notes, rare disease awareness, victory gardens

How students at UW-Milwaukee are being impacted by the cuts to DEI. Capitol Notes explains the Trump leadership PAC’s campaign finance scheme. We visit Component Brewing to learn about raising awareness about rare diseases. The Victory Garden Initiative garden blitz is back
2/26/202451 minutes, 21 seconds
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Thursday 2/22/24: Redistricting, Margaret Cho, first Black woman cantor, 100 years of boxing

The impact of Wisconsin’s new legislative voting maps. Margaret Cho celebrates 40 years as a standup comic. The first Black woman cantor who was born here in Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Athletic Club has hosted an annual Boxing Night for over a century.
2/22/202451 minutes, 22 seconds
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Wednesday 2/21/24: primary election results, tornadoes in Wisconsin, weird museums

We look at yesterday’s Primary Election results. Rare February tornadoes that touched down in Wisconsin this month. The legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers. Explore some of Wisconsin’s weirdest museums.
2/21/202451 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tuesday 2/20/24: Political division, first Black GM in the NBA, Live at Lake Effect

A politics writer about the Republican Party hopes to mend division. Former Bucks general manager Wayne Embry joins the show. Live at Lake Effect goes country with Lola Kirke.
2/20/202451 minutes, 15 seconds
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Monday 2/19/24: Victory Garden Initiative, DACA, Black History Month at the library

Victory Garden Initiative in Milwaukee’s Harambee neighborhood. How one DACA recipient in Wausau is navigating her education. Milwaukee Public Library’s Black History Month Challenge. James Beard Award semi-finalists from Wisconsin.
2/19/202451 minutes, 10 seconds
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Thursday 2/15/24: Pollution and health, Wisconsin's safety net, the local FBI, Ko-Thi celebrates 55 years

How new air pollution standards can improve our health. How periods of extreme cold test Wisconsin’s social safety net. An inside look at the local FBI office. Milwaukee’s Ko-Thi Dance Company celebrates 55 years.
2/15/202451 minutes, 12 seconds
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Wednesday 2/14/24: Teen mental health, Farmer Wants a Wisconsin Wife, honoring the earth

We learn about teen mental health in Wisconsin. We meet a Wisconsinite looking for love on FOX’s reality dating show, "Farmer Wants a Wife." We learn about honoring the earth as a resolution for the new year. People who found love on MCTS buses.
2/14/202451 minutes, 14 seconds
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Tuesday 2/13/24: Redistricting, renters becoming homeowners, Monthly with Mosley

Why the Wisconsin legislature may be poised to pass Gov. Evers' proposed legislative maps. A program is helping low-income Metcalfe Park renters become homeowners. The history of the first all women of color military unit to serve in World War II.
2/13/202451 minutes, 16 seconds
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Monday 2/12/24: Common Council, redistricting, Kuumba, Carmen Nickerson

How the Milwaukee Common Council works. Capital Notes explores the latest in the redistricting lawsuits. A new Harmabee Community Cafe that just opened. Hear some music from Carmen Nickerson.
2/12/202451 minutes, 30 seconds
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Thursday 2/8/24: Alderman Michael Murphy, everything about voting, Great Lakes ReNEW

Alderman Michael Murphy speaks about his 35-year tenure and decision to step down. Everything you need to know about voting in the upcoming elections. Great Lakes Water Innovation Engine works to maintain environmental health.
2/8/202451 minutes, 16 seconds
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Wednesday 2/7/24: local election rules, college graduation gaps, renewable energy, Unity Awards

How candidates in Milwaukee can run for more than one office. How UWM is addressing racial and income-based graduation gaps. New developments in solar power. Milwaukee Magazine's Unity Awards are out.
2/7/202451 minutes, 21 seconds
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Tuesday 2/6/24: Redistricting in Wisconsin, what's on your primary ballot, 'Patterns of Meaning'

The latest update on the fight over redistricting in Wisconsin. What will be on your primary ballot for February 20th. "Patterns of Meaning" blends art and industry at the Grohmann Museum. The history of Lake Ivanhoe. A discussion with the author of "Gust," a Lake Michigan wind turbine who wants to help.
2/6/202451 minutes, 14 seconds
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Monday 2/5/24: WUWM's election coverage explainer, lunar new year at the planetarium, TODD 'I Believe I Can Fry'

WUWM’s approach to covering elections this year. How the Manfred Olson Planetarium at UWM is celebrating the Lunar New Year. Three books to read for Black History Month. A new take out restaurant in Bay View specializing in fried Asian food.
2/5/202451 minutes, 29 seconds
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Thursday 2/1/24: Black History Month Kickoff

We learn about Black Cross Nurses. We look at an app that can help boost your Black history knowledge. We tell you about the documentary, American Reckoning. Plus, learn about the Bronzeville Histories Project.
2/1/202451 minutes, 30 seconds
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Wednesday 1/31/24: winter preparation, new year's at the library, Hundreds of Beavers

How to prepare for extreme cold and winter storms that hit Wisconsin. Library resources for new year's resolutions. "Hundreds of Beavers" premiers tonight. Local music released at the beginning of this year.
2/1/202451 minutes, 29 seconds
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Tuesday 1/30/24: redistricting, child care, HBCU essays, Xanadu

Answers to community questions about redistricting in Wisconsin. The state of child care in Wisconsin. "HBCU Made," a book of essays written be HBCU alumni. “Xanadu" musical is in Milwaukee.
1/30/202451 minutes, 19 seconds
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Monday 1/29/24: state voting maps, Al Capone, Latino Arts Guitar Festival

Wisconsin state politics regarding voting maps. A new documentary Al Capone’s connections to Wisconsin airs tonight. Latino Arts’ 11th annual Guitar Festival is happening this weekend.
1/29/202451 minutes, 21 seconds
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Thursday 1/25/24: Milwaukee housing and real estate market

Today's show is all about the housing and real estate market in Milwaukee.
1/25/202451 minutes, 30 seconds
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Wednesday 1/24/24: Wisconsin prison spending, conservation and history, food access and trust

We look at spending in Wisconsin prisons and how we compare to neighboring states. We speak with a Marquette professor about his new book that blends conservation with history. We learn about “Food Journeys,” a research project turned art exhibit that explores how Milwaukeeans relate to the food system.
1/24/202451 minutes, 19 seconds
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Tuesday 1/23/24: state voting maps, tile factory book, 'Eclipse', Live at Lake Effect

New legislative voting maps have been submitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, so what happens next? A new book that uncovers the history of a little-known tile factory in South Milwaukee. We hear stories from the last solar eclipse in August 2017. Plus, the latest episode of our Live at Lake Effect music series features Milwaukee’s own Willy Porter.
1/23/202451 minutes, 24 seconds
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Monday 1/22/24: Wisconsin's voting maps, Wauwatosa real estate, Wurlitzer Pipe Organ

The latest legal action with Wisconsin’s voting maps, the real estate market in Wauwatosa, the restored Wurlitzer Pipe Organ at the Oriental Theater, we visit a local sports card shop and hear music from a former Lake Effect theme song writer.
1/22/202451 minutes, 15 seconds
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Thursday 1/18/24: Salt's downstream effects, equality in blue spaces, ice tips, Flight for Life

The environmental impact road salt has on our local waterways, racial disparities in accessing spaces like beaches and pools, an inside look at Flight for Life and ice safety tips.
1/18/202451 minutes, 20 seconds
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Wednesday 1/17/24: Public access to police footage, new MIAD exhibition, Hot Air Affair

We look at a bill that would make accessing police body camera footage more difficult. A new MIAD exhibition showcasing the people working to improve Milwaukee. We help you plan a trip to the Hot Air Affair.
1/17/202451 minutes, 15 seconds
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Tuesday 1/16/24: statewide medical marijuana, Happy Days, Green Book and best local music

The politics of statewide medical marijuana and latest on redistricting. “Happy Days” lasting impact on Milwaukee. Impact of the Green Book. The best local music that came out in 2023.
1/16/202451 minutes, 23 seconds
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Thursday 1/11/24: Insights from the Wisconsin Policy Forum, Willem Dafoe, Hmong hearing tests

We look back at the Wisconsin Policy Forum’s top findings of 2023. We speak with actor Willem Dafoe about his Wisconsin roots and road to fame, and learn about a test to help Hmong people experiencing hearing loss.
1/11/202451 minutes, 20 seconds
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Wednesday 1/10/24: 'Home Rule' in Wisconsin, musical physical therapy, Mechanic Shop Femme, sledding physics

Act 12 and the idea of ‘home rule’ enshrined in Wisconsin’s constitution. Local researchers are using music as a physical therapy tool. Influencer and blogger demystifies car care and maintenance. Sledding tips for speed, safety and gear.
1/10/202451 minutes, 16 seconds
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Tuesday 1/9/24: Milwaukee and Wisconsin restaurants, El Rey, Italian grinders, bubble tea

We speak with an indigenous chef who opened modern, seasonal Ojibwe restaurant, two of Milwaukee’s foremost chefs about our restaurant scene, and learn about the viral recipe for the Italian grinder sandwich. We close by exploring the rising popularity of bubble tea.
1/9/202451 minutes, 24 seconds
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Monday 1/8/24: state funded driver's ed, remembering James Hall, restaurant changes and cheese

Today on Lake Effect, we learn about an effort to get more kids into state-funded driver’s education courses. Then, we remember James Hall, former head of the Milwaukee NAACP. Plus, we tell you about changes to the Milwaukee restaurant scene and speak to one of just two female master cheesemakers in Wisconsin.
1/8/202451 minutes, 22 seconds
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Thursday 1/4/24 Best-Of 2023: House of History, mental health care artifacts, Black Cross Nurses, Angel on Snowshoes

We tell you about the House of History, a project dedicated to sharing local Black LGBTQ+ history. We examine some artifacts left over from Milwaukee’s past mental health care facilities. We learn about the Black Cross Nurses. Plus, we tell you about Dr. Kate Newcomb, also known as the Angel on Snowshoes.
1/4/202451 minutes, 19 seconds
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Wednesday 1/3/24 Best-Of 2023: labor leader Jesus Salas, Cream City brick, history of pull tabs, Barbie's Wisconsin origins

We talk with local labor leader, Jesus Salas about the roots of the farmworkers movement. We explore how Milwaukee became known as the Cream City. We look at the popularity and legality of pull tabs. We learn about Barbie's Wisconsin origin story. Plus, explore how to research historic properties and neighborhoods in Milwaukee.
1/3/202451 minutes, 18 seconds
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Tuesday 1/2/24 Best-Of 2023: Neil deGrasse Tyson, actress Jane Kaczmarek, 50 years of hip-hop in Milwaukee

We talk with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson about science, education and stargazing. Milwaukee native and actress Jane Kaczmarek talks about her return to the stage. Plus, we look at how Milwaukee celebrated the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
1/2/202451 minutes, 23 seconds
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Thursday 12/28/23 Best-Of 2023: evolution of antisemitism, living with ALS, Paratransit Taxi service ends, NPR's Scott Detrow

We look at how antisemitism has evolved. We speak with a Milwaukee man living with ALS. We look at the impact of the end of the Paratransit Taxi service in Milwaukee. NPR host Scott Detrow talks about his approach to politics coverage.
12/28/202351 minutes, 17 seconds
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Wednesday 12/27/23 Best-Of 2023: Everywhere is Queer, Trans Handy Ma'am, female achievements in astronomy

We hear from the creator of Everywhere Is Queer. We speak with TikToker, the Trans Handy Ma'am. A NASA astrophysicist shares discoveries made by largely overlooked women. We visit Alice's Garden Urban Farm at the start of the growing season.
12/27/202351 minutes, 22 seconds
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Tuesday 12/26/23 Best-Of 2023: Cardinal Stritch closure, Hmong hearing test, Karen Supermarket

We look back on some of the big stories from 2023 – including the closure of Cardinal Stritch University. We also tell you about a hearing test created for Hmong people. Plus, visit the Karen Supermarket in Milwaukee.
12/26/202351 minutes, 29 seconds
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Thursday 12/21/23: Holiday stress and movies, 'Secret Milwaukee', spy fish

We learn how holiday movies teach us to manage seasonal stress. We explore why fish are being turned into spies, and a new book of fun facts and quirky stories about Milwaukee. We close by hearing from the first female senior rabbi in a reform or conservative synagogue in the metro Milwaukee area.
12/21/202351 minutes, 13 seconds
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Wednesday 12/20/23: Artery Ink, Schuster's Holiday Parade, remembering Eilee Heikenen-Weiss

We visit Artery Ink - a local company that uses art to raise awareness about health while building community. We look back on the Schuster’s Holiday Parade, and help you through a breathing exercise. We close with a tribute to Eilee Heikenen-Weiss, a Lake Effect producer who passed away in October.
12/20/202351 minutes, 29 seconds
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Tuesday 12/19/23: Rise in bird flu, Kwanzaa in Milwaukee, live poetry and music performances

We learn why there’s been a recent uptick in bird flu cases and how it affects poultry owners and consumers. Then, we learn about Kwanzaa importance's for Milwaukeeans. Next, we speak with local poet Bryon Cherry, and close with the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect featuring Daniel Rodriguez.
12/19/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Monday 12/18/23: Wisconsin politics 2023 recap, books to gift, holiday bars and winter skiing

We look back on the big political stories from the year and look ahead to the 2024 election. Boswell Book Company joins us for our annual Books to Gift conversation. We check out some of the best, holiday bars in Milwaukee. Plus, we help you plan a winter ski trip.
12/18/202351 minutes, 30 seconds
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Thursday 12/14/23: John Gurda's Milwaukee, the Wisconsin Writers Wall of Fame, Milwaukee's Lego Masters

We explore John Gurda’s Milwaukee, the latest book by the Milwaukee historian. Then we speak with local author Nghi Vo, one of this year’s additions to the Wisconsin Writers Wall of Fame. Plus, we meet the Milwaukee siblings who are finalists on the show Lego Masters, and learn about recent trends in romantic holiday movies.
12/14/202351 minutes, 23 seconds
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Wednesday 12/13/23: Conditions at Ascension Health, games to gift, reusing Christmas trees

We look at troubled conditions at Ascension Health in Milwaukee. Our annual Games to Gift conversation explores some of the best games of 2023. Plus, we’ll learn some of the best ways to reuse your Christmas tree, and how to make an Italian grinder sandwich.
12/13/202351 minutes, 14 seconds
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Tuesday 12/12/23: Milwaukee County Executive reviews the year, nebulas, Family Recipes

We look back at 2023 with Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, and what’s ahead. Then, we talk about nebulas, learn how to make a French pastry and close with a surprise visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
12/12/202351 minutes, 17 seconds
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Monday 12/11/23: Milwaukee deciding the 2024 election, simplifying reentry from prison, Oscar Mayer Weinermobile history

We look at how Milwaukee could decide the 2024 election. Then, we learn about efforts to simplify the reentry process from prison. Plus, explore the history of the iconic Oscar Mayer Weinermobile and meet two of its drivers.
12/11/202351 minutes, 11 seconds
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Thursday, 12/07/23: Anti-LGBTQ practices in schools, same-sex parenting, Milwaukee’s drag history, truth about Santa Claus

We learn about the anti-LGBTQ practices taking place at some Wisconsin voucher schools. Then, we hear from a same-sex couple about their journey to becoming parents. We explore the history of drag in Milwaukee. Plus, truth about Santa Claus.
12/7/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Wednesday, 12/06/23: Wisconsin teacher pay, Enderis Park, Barbie’s Wisconsin roots, holiday events

We look at teacher pay in Wisconsin. We learn about the history of Milwaukee’s Enderis Park neighborhood. We learn how plea deals are used in Milwaukee County. We tell you about Barbie’s Wisconsin-roots. Plus, holiday events happening in Milwaukee.
12/6/202351 minutes, 28 seconds
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Tuesday, 12/05/23: Milwaukee zoning code changes, cut your own Christmas tree, holiday stress, Marvel Cinematic Universe

We learn about potential changes to Milwaukee’s zoning process that the city says will help keep housing affordable. Then, we learn how you can cut down your own Christmas tree in a Wisconsin forest. We share some tools for how to cope with stress during the holidays. Plus, we explore the politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
12/5/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Monday, 12/04/23: UW system’s new direct admission program, Capitol Notes, MIAD’s LIVE AV event, Cat Figurine Mewseum

We learn about the UW system’s new direct admission program. We look at a new lawsuit challenging Act 10 on a new edition of Capitol Notes. We tell you about Milwaukee’s Neighborhood Traffic Management Program. We explore a Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design event. Plus, we visit Redner’s Rescued Cat Figurine Mewseum.
12/4/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Thursday, 11/30/23: Mysterious dog illness, Copper Crow Distillery, Milwaukee Music Roundup, Bubbler Talk

We learn about the unusual respiratory illness in dogs that has veterinarians stumped. Then, we visit the Copper Crow Distillery in northern Wisconsin. We hear some new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup. Plus, a new edition of Bubbler Talk.
11/30/202351 minutes, 22 seconds
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Wednesday, 11/29/23: Human trafficking myths, Alice’s Garden, ‘Kodachrome Milwaukee,’ new ways to experience Milwaukee

We explore some of the stereotypes around human trafficking that can prevent systemic change. Then, we head to Alice’s Garden to see what’s still growing in the garden. We explore a book full of old pictures of Milwaukee. Plus, we tell you about some fun things to do in Wisconsin that are a bit off the beaten path.
11/29/202351 minutes, 23 seconds
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Tuesday, 11/28/23: Moss Universal Park, Milwaukee’s housing market, Cream City bricks, non-alcoholic beverages

We learn about the effort to build the first Moss Universal Park in Milwaukee. Then, we look at how Milwaukee’s housing market has changed. We learn about the history of Cream City bricks. Plus, we learn about what’s changed in the non-alcoholic beverage market in the last few years.
11/28/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Wednesday, 11/22/23: How to avoid deer collisions, Master Naturalist program, ‘Survival Food,’ Wandering Wisconsin

We explore why deer collisions are so common this time of year. Then, we tell you about a Master Naturalist training program. We learn about a new food memoir that shares tales from growing up on the Menominee Indian Reservation. Plus, a new edition of Wandering Wisconsin.
11/22/202351 minutes, 28 seconds
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Lake Effect Special, 11/21/23: Deaths and dire conditions continue at Waupun Correctional Institution

Lake Effect's Joy Powers and Sam Woods explore conditions at the Waupun Correctional Institution, where lockdown conditions remain and prisoners say they’re continuing to suffer.
11/21/202351 minutes, 36 seconds
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Monday, 11/20/23: Capitol Notes, ‘Lost in the Middle,’ climate impact on the Midwest, Mermaid Echo

We explore what’s at stake in the redistricting case that’s coming before the state supreme court tomorrow. Then, we look at a podcast exploring how partisan politics is affecting communities across the nation. We look at a how climate change is impacting the midwest. Plus, we hear from a mermaid in Milwaukee.
11/20/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Thursday, 11/16/23: Act 31, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Milwaukee Centers for Independence, Bubbler Talk, Sounds Like Milwaukee

Today on Lake Effect, we learn about Act 31. Then, we look at the impact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is having on Milwaukee. We learn about the work the Milwaukee Centers for Independence does. Plus, new editions of Bubbler Talk and Sounds Like Milwaukee.
11/16/202351 minutes, 28 seconds
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Tuesday, 11/14/23: Black Cross Nurses exhibit, Bishop Sedgwick Daniels, preserving Wisconsin’s bats, Live at Lake Effect

We learn about Black Cross Nurses and the work they’ve done. Then, we listen back to a conversation with Bishop Sedgwick Daniels, a religious leader in Milwaukee who passed away recently. We learn about research that’s working to preserve the state’s bat population. Plus, a new edition of Live at Lake Effect.
11/14/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Monday, 11/13/23: Wauwatosa School District considers major cuts, cheese-tasting job, female master cheesemaker, 5 Things To Do

We learn about the impact budget deficits are having on the Wauwatosa School District. Then, we tell you about a cheese-tasting job and learn about the craft of cheesemaking from one of Wisconsin’s female master cheesemakers. Plus, five events you can check out this holiday season.
11/13/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Thursday, 11/09/23: Veterans treatment court, Ward Memorial Theater, Milwaukee’s wind turbine “Gust,” Bubbler Talk

We talk with the judge who’s leading Milwaukee County’s Veterans Treatment Court. Then, we learn about some of the challenges women veterans face. We tell you about a book that’s all about a wind turbine in Milwaukee. Plus, new editions of Sounds Like Milwaukee and Bubbler Talk.
11/9/202351 minutes, 18 seconds
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Wednesday 11/8/23: special education teachers, Milwaukee Soldiers Home documentary, 'Infertilities' book, rare comic book for sale

We tell you a program that’s trying to get more special education teachers in Milwaukee Public Schools. We tell you about a documentary that looks at the evolution of the Milwaukee Soldiers Home. We look at a new book that explores infertility. Plus, we learn about a rare comic book for sale in Milwaukee.
11/8/202351 minutes, 24 seconds
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Tuesday, 11/07/23: Rights of nature, suicide prevention, MKE Roots Project, zombie trees

We tell you about a step taken in Milwaukee County to better protect the environment. Then, we share local efforts to spread suicide prevention awareness. We look at a new way young people are being taught about Milwaukee’s history. Plus, we learn about zombie trees.
11/7/202351 minutes, 36 seconds
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Monday 11/06/23: mental health experiences & resources, Trans Handy Ma'am, Oriental Drugs

A Milwaukee native shares her experience with mental health struggles and how she helps others. We hear one woman’s story of healing through nature at the Milwaukee Domes. We speak with a TikTok personality, Trans Handy Ma'am and look back at the time Oriental Drugs was open on Farwell and North in Milwaukee.
11/6/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Monday, 10/30/23: MATC president retires, haunted places to visit, Milwaukee Music Roundup

We speak with MATC president Vicki Martin about what she hopes her legacy is after a decade of leading the school. Then, we learn about some haunted parks and cemeteries in Milwaukee Plus, hear some new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.
11/2/202351 minutes, 22 seconds
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Thursday 10/26/23: wolf management plan, House of History, science of a free throw, Moon Festival, Bubbler Talk

We learn about the DNR’s plan for wolf management in the state and how people are reacting to it. We learn about the House of History, a project dedicated to sharing local Black LGBTQ+ history. We look at the science and psychology behind a free throw. We tell you about the Moon Festival celebration coming up in Milwaukee. Plus, Bubbler Talk looks into the legend of a haunted radio in a West Allis bar.
10/26/202351 minutes, 22 seconds
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Wednesday, 10/25/23: Paratransit service ends, Present Music, trashy films, Jones Island

We explore why a Milwaukee County transportation service for people with disabilities ended last month. Then, we learn about Present Music’s upcoming performance. We break down the cultural significance of trashy films. Plus, dig into the history of Milwaukee’s Jones Island.
10/25/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Tuesday, 10/24/23: Wolf management, “The Harvest,” concussion simulator, Cream City bricks

We look at how the DNR is balancing tribal traditions with science in its wolf management. Then, we hear from a Milwaukee judge who was part of the first generation of kids desegregating a southern school district. We learn how an augmented reality training tool can help people treat concussions. Plus, we look at Milwaukee’s history with Cream City brick.
10/24/202351 minutes, 27 seconds
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Monday, 10/23/23: History of gerrymandering, Capitol Notes, female arborist, “Dream, Quickie! Dream!,” pull tabs

We look at a report on how gerrymandering has historically been used for political gains. Then, a new edition of Capitol Notes. We also hear from one of Milwaukee’s female arborists and learn about First Stage’s new play “Dream, Quickie! Dream!”. Plus, we learn why pull tabs are popular in Wisconsin bars.
10/23/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Thursday, 10/19/23: Humanity Unlocked, Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival, Maya Ophelia’s food truck, Bubbler Talk

We learn how the humanities are helping incarcerated people in Wisconsin. We tell you about this year’s Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival. Then, we learn about a vegan Filipino-Mexican food truck. Plus, a new edition of Bubbler Talk and Sounds Like Milwaukee.
10/19/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Wednesday, 10/18/23: History of school choice, Manfred Olson Planetarium, scenic fall drives, Wandering Wisconsin

We explore the history of school choice programs. Then, we learn how UWM’s Manfred Olson Planetarium works. Plus, we tell you about scenic fall drives and a haunted trolley tour you can take this Halloween-season.
10/18/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Tuesday, 10/17/23: Israel-Palestine conflict, public school enrollment, Good Things Brewing, Live at Lake Effect

We hear from Wisconsinites who’ve lost loved ones in the Israel-Palestine conflict. Then, we explore a drop in public school enrollment since the COVID-19 pandemic. We also hear from two people who are helping Milwaukeeans connect. Plus, a new episode of Live at Lake Effect.
10/17/202351 minutes, 27 seconds
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Thursday, 10/12/23: Jesus Salas, 45 years of El Rey, Bubbler Talk, Sounds Like Milwaukee

We learn about the legacy of the farmworkers movement. Then, we explore the terminology surrounding Hispanic and Latino communities. We also celebrate the 45th anniversary of El Rey grocery store. Plus, new episodes of Bubbler Talk and Sounds Like Milwaukee.
10/12/202351 minutes, 19 seconds
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Wednesday, 10/11/23: NPR’s Scott Detrow, comedian Paula Poundstone, Afro-Latina experience, Zócalo Food Park

We speak with NPR host Scott Detrow about his approach to covering politics in Wisconsin. Then, we speak with comedian Paula Poundstone. We also explore identity with a Milwaukee Afro-Latina artist. Plus, a chef who’s been serving up new food at pop-ups in Milwaukee.
10/11/202351 minutes, 20 seconds
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Tuesday, 10/10/23: Flight for Life, 30th Street Corridor, Summer Stock film, Family Recipes

We learn how Flight for Life works to keep the community safe. Then, we look at restoration plans for one of Milwaukee’s industrial hotspots. We also learn about the making of the 1950 film “Summer Stock.” Plus, we share a new family recipe with you.
10/10/202351 minutes, 23 seconds
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Monday, 10/09/23: health center expansion, Capitol Notes, representation in journalism, Afro-Latina experience

We learn about Sixteenth Street Health Centers' expansion project. Capitol Notes looks at what’s happening with the state elections commission. Then, we hear from two local journalists of color about the importance of representative storytelling. We also speak with an Afro-Latina about her experience growing up in Milwaukee.
10/9/202350 minutes, 22 seconds
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Thursday, 10/05/23: Green job workers, WUWM’s first General Manager, solar eclipse book, Bubbler Talk

We learn how people in Wisconsin are being trained for green jobs. We remember WUWM’s first general manager. We talk to a children's book author. Bubbler Talk looks into what happened to the animatronic bear orchestra at the former Grand Avenue Mall. Plus, Sounds Like Milwaukee.
10/5/202351 minutes, 35 seconds
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Wednesday, 10/04/23: Central Library’s 125th anniversary, Organic Valley, pairing Latin dance with music, Cultures and Communities Festival

We celebrate Milwaukee Central Library’s 125th anniversary. Then, we learn about Organic Valley and how they support organic farmers. We learn how to pair Latin dance with songs. Plus, hear from the filmmakers behind The League to learn about the legacy and impact of the Negro League.
10/4/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Tuesday 10/03/23: climate change solutions, House of History, pairing Latin dance with music, instrument donation drive

We look at climate change solutions. We learn about the House of History. A Latin dance instructor helps us pair dances with songs. Plus, we learn about a program that provides musical instruments to young people.
10/3/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Lake Effect Special 10/02/23: Deaths & dire conditions at two Wisconsin correctional facilities

Lake Effect's Sam Woods & Joy Powers explore conditions at the Milwaukee County Jail after several deaths there and Waupun Correctional Institute, which has been on lockdown for months.
10/2/202351 minutes, 34 seconds
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Thursday 9/28/23: Afro-Latina experience in Milwaukee, female master cheesemaker, Milwaukee Music Roundup

We speak with an Afro-Latina about her experience coming to Milwaukee from Puerto Rico. Then, we speak with one of Wisconsin's female master cheesemakers. Plus, hear new, local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.
9/28/202335 minutes, 43 seconds
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Wednesday 9/28/23: CCmás, stand-up comedian, Al Jarreau Park

We learn about CCmás, a program educating Wisconsin’s Latino community on reproductive health and justice. We hear from a local comedian who is advocating for more women and women of color in standup. Plus, learn about a Milwaukee park renamed for legendary musician Al Jarreau.
9/27/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Tuesday 9/26/23: Brewers stadium funding, Delaware House dance studio, Dig In!

We look at the plan to put millions of public dollars into the Brewers Stadium. We speak with the owners of Milwaukee dance studio, Delaware House. Plus, get some advice on how to preserve what came out of the garden this year.
9/26/202351 minutes, 29 seconds
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Monday 9/25/23: wetland protections, Capitol Notes, female scientist achievements, Sounds Like Milwaukee

We explore the impact of a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on wetlands protection. Capitol Notes looks at the GOP’s plan for funding the Brewers stadium and their efforts to keep the state’s gerrymandered maps in place. A NASA astrophysicist shares discoveries made by largely overlooked women. Plus, we bring you a new Sounds Like Milwaukee.
9/25/202351 minutes, 22 seconds
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Thursday 9/21/23: Martin Drive Neighborhood, GOP supreme court impeachment, Wandering Wisconsin, Barbie's origin story

We continue our conversation about Milwaukee’s Martin Drive neighborhood. Then, look at the fight over the Wisconsin Supreme Court and how it could impact upcoming elections. We help you plan a trip to take in the best fall colors in Wisconsin. Plus, find out about Barbie’s Wisconsin roots.
9/21/202351 minutes, 34 seconds
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Tuesday 9/19/23: Martin Drive neighborhood, naturalization resources, Doors Open, Live at Lake Effect

We look at Milwaukee’s Martin Drive neighborhood and what’s made it one of the most racially diverse neighborhoods in the city. We hear from a group helping Milwaukee residents become naturalized citizens of the United States. We learn what’s new at Doors Open Milwaukee this weekend. Plus, hear music from Indie-psych rock band Night Moves in the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.
9/19/202351 minutes, 34 seconds
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Monday 9/18/23: I-794 redesign options, indoor air quality for kids, Martin Drive residents, Puerto Rican Fest

We look at the proposals for redesigning I-794. We learn about efforts to monitor and improve indoor air quality for children in Milwaukee. We hear from residents in one of Milwaukee’s most racially diverse neighborhoods. Plus, hear from people who atteneded the 10th annual Puerto Rican Fest in Milwaukee.
9/18/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Thursday 9/14/23: Latinx history, first female rabbi, millennials' health, Karen Supermarket, Sounds Like Milwaukee

We learn how the Wisconsin Latinx History Collective is working to preserve stories from the community. We talk with the first female senior rabbi in a reform or conservative synagogue in the metro Milwaukee area. We look at a new study that shows a surprising health trend among millennials. We visit the Karen Supermarket and learn about Milwaukee Rohingya community. Plus, bring you a new Sounds Like Milwaukee.
9/14/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Wednesday 9/13/23: Walk Together Milwaukee, human trafficking misconceptions, Sofar Sounds, 'Kodachrome Milwaukee'

We tell you about Walk Together Milwaukee. We explore some of the stereotypes around human trafficking. We learn about a group putting on surprise music shows around the city. Plus, tell you about a book of photographs from mid-century Milwaukee.
9/13/202351 minutes, 23 seconds
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Tuesday 9/12/23: improving Black pregnancy, 'Golda' movie, 'Our Precious Corn', Cherry Street Garden

We learn about a project that aims to improve birth and postpartum outcomes for Black pregnant people. We learn about Golda Meir and how living in Milwaukee influenced her decades-long political career in Israel. We speak with the author of "Our Precious Corn." Plus, visit Milwaukee's Cherry Street Garden.
9/12/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Monday 9/11/23: Milwaukee real estate, Capitol Notes, Domes future, 9/11 anniversary, Sounds Like Milwaukee

We learn how investors are affecting real estate in Milwaukee. We explore efforts by Republicans to impeach state supreme court Justice Janet Protasiwicz. We tell you about the next steps for coming up with a long term plan for the Domes. A Milwaukee doctor shares his memories from 9/11. Plus, we bring you a new Sounds Like Milwaukee.
9/11/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Thursday 9/7/23: rise of socialism, downtown public art, 5 Things To Do, 'The Flagmakers' documentary

We look at the rising popularity of socialist policies. We speak with the director of public space initiatives for Downtown Milwaukee about the growth of public art in the city. We share some of the many events happening this month in Milwaukee. Plus, speak with one of the filmmakers behind the documentary "The Flagmaker."
9/7/202351 minutes, 28 seconds
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Wednesday 9/6/23: transgender officer, short film fest, Italian grinder sandwich, Milwaukee Music Roundup

We hear from the first openly transgender police officer in Wisconsin. We talk to the founder of the Milwaukee Short Film Festival. We learn about the viral Italian grinder sandwich recipe. Plus, hear new local music in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.
9/6/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Tuesday 9/5/23: Healing at the Domes, Domes greenhouses, folk schools, Hayward Williams

We hear one woman’s story of healing through nature at the Milwaukee Domes. Plus, learn what's in the greenhouses at the Domes. We learn about Wisconsin's folk schools. Plus, Milwaukee singer-songwriter Hayward Williams stops by the performance studio.
9/5/202351 minutes, 30 seconds
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Thursday 8/31/23: healthcare training program, Narcan availability, future of farming, Good Things Brewing, QWERTY keyboard

We tell you about a training program for healthcare providers. We learn about opioid overdose drugs becoming more widely available. A Wisconsin farmer shares his hopes for future farmers in the state. We highlight Milwaukee’s art scene. Plus, learn about the QWERTY keyboard.
8/31/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Wednesday 8/30/23: Le Village, 'While You Were Out', Angel on Snowshoes, outdoor dining

We tell you about a new childcare and co-working space for parents in Milwaukee. We look at a new memoir about a family’s journey through mental illness in an era of silence. We tell you about Dr. Kate Newcomb. Plus, tell you about some outdoor dining options in Milwaukee.
8/30/202351 minutes, 17 seconds
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Tuesday 08/29/23: Land access challenges for farmers of color, Monthly with Mosley, Book of the Month, Milwaukee's restaurant scene

We hear from a Black farmer in Mequon about the land access challenges facing young farmers of color. Our Monthly with Mosley conversation explores the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers, our Nation’s first park rangers. We dig into archives from the Milwaukee Road, plus learn about new restaurants in Milwaukee - and some old favorites that have recently closed.
8/29/202351 minutes, 30 seconds
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Monday 08/28/23: Capitol Notes, Flock Safety cameras, Birth to 3 program, Dig In! harvest

We explore some of the controversies surrounding Wisconsin’s top election official. Then, learn about Flock Safety cameras, and how police are using them to surveil communities. We look at Milwaukee County’s Birth to 3 Program. Plus, Dig In! explores the bounty of this harvest season.
8/28/202351 minutes, 30 seconds
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Thursday 8/24/23: Wisconsin's influence in 2024, Bus Rapid Transit line, Eau Claire Sculpture Tour

We explore why Wisconsin is so important in the upcoming 2024 election. We check in with the Milwaukee County Transit System on how the new Bus Rapid Transit line is going. Plus, tell you about the Eau Claire Sculpture Tour.
8/24/202351 minutes, 22 seconds
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Wednesday 8/23/23: Kenosha police & community relations, Wisconsin voter vibes, Milwaukee Anti-War Committee, Wisconsin caves

We examine the police-community relationship in Kenosha. We speak with voters as many eyes fall on Wisconsin for the first Republican primary debate. We speak with a local anti-war advocate. Plus, explore some of Wisconsin’s caves.
8/23/202351 minutes, 23 seconds
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Tuesday 8/22/23: 50 years of Hip Hop in Milwaukee, Hip Hop Museum, Live at Lake Effect

We hear from Milwaukee hip hop and rap artists as they celebrate 50 years of the art form. Then, we learn about Milwaukee’s largest hip hop collection. Plus, hear music from Milwaukee’s own sister duo REYNA in the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.
8/22/202351 minutes, 29 seconds
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Monday 8/21/23: teacher turnover, Ada Deer, 'In Defense of Sovereignty', 'How to Catch a Polar Bear', Sounds Like Milwaukee

We explore why teacher turnover has been on the rise in Wisconsin. Then, we remember the life of Native American leader Ada Deer. We learn about the ongoing legal battles between the Oneida Nation and a small Wisconsin community. Plus, tell you about a Milwaukee zoo escape that inspired a novel.
8/21/202351 minutes, 27 seconds
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Thursday 8/17/23: criminal justice system report, reentry services, 'Places of Their Own'

We look at rising crime rates and declining arrests in Milwaukee County. We learn about efforts to simplify the reentry process from prison. Plus, explore a project that’s documenting the experiences of some of the first Chinese Americans to come to Milwaukee.
8/17/202351 minutes, 22 seconds
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Wednesday 8/16/23: driver's license access, Ballroom culture, Deep Lake Future exhibition

We learn why undocumented farmworkers aren't able to get driver’s licenses and the impact it has on their lives. Then, we learn about Ballroom culture and what it means for LGBTQ+ people of color. Plus, we tell you about a new immersive exhibition called Deep Lake Future.
8/16/202351 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tuesday 8/14/23: Milwaukee Community Land Trust, Milwaukee Public Library system, new fish passage, first Black female cantor

We tell you about the Milwaukee Community Land Trust. We learn how the Milwaukee Public Library system is doing. We visit a new passage being created to help fish move upstream in the Milwaukee River. Plus, we tell you about the first Black female cantor from Milwaukee.
8/15/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Monday 8/14/23: advances in artificial intelligence, Capitol Notes, 'The Meeting', National Weather Service

We explore advances in artificial intelligence and the potential benefits and drawbacks. Then, we look at a new redistricting lawsuit in front of the state supreme court. We tell you about "The Meeting", a play in this year’s Milwaukee Black Theatre Festival. Plus, learn about the work that's done at the National Weather Service in Sullivan, Wisconsin.
8/14/202351 minutes, 34 seconds
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Wednesday 8/9/23: State Supreme Court, MATC FAST Fund, Captain of the Neeskay, downtown development

We learn about the swift changes that took place on the state supreme court. We look at the barriers facing students who receive scholarships to MATC. We meet the captain of UW-Milwaukee’s research vessel. Plus, tell you about a new plan that will guide downtown development for the next two decades.
8/9/202351 minutes, 28 seconds
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Tuesday 8/8/23: Wisconsin state history

We explore our state history like how Chicago almost became a part of Wisconsin. We look at what life was like during the prohibition era in Milwaukee. We learn about the first Black person to win an Academy Award and their connection to Milwaukee. We learn about the lasting impact of the Green Book and some historic Black history sites in Wisconsin. Plus share some Wisconsin dining destinations.
8/8/202351 minutes, 24 seconds
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Monday 8/7/23: heat islands, extreme heat impacts, Ice Age Trail, Milwaukee County trail system

We learn about heat islands in Milwaukee and the solutions communities are working on. We explore how extreme heat impacts vulnerable Milwaukeeans. We look at what Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail has to offer hikers and backpackers. Plus, explore the Milwaukee County Parks trail system.
8/7/202351 minutes, 24 seconds
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Monday 7/31/23: Capitol Notes, local musician Brett Newski, Milwaukee Music Roundup

Capitol Notes breaks down the big political news in Wisconsin. Then, Milwaukee musician Brett Newski shares why it's important to be honest about mental health outside of his songwriting. Plus, hear some new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.
8/3/202351 minutes, 24 seconds
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Thursday 08/03/23: Dual enrollment, MPL social media, summer stargazing, Bubbler Talk

UW-Oshkosh offers college classes in hundreds of high schools. We'll hear from the chancellor to learn about their dual enrollment program. We continue our conversation with the team behind the Milwaukee Public Library’s viral videos on TikTok and Instagram. Then ahead of Bronzeville week, we learn about the future and the history of this Milwaukee neighborhood. Astronomy contributor Jean Creighton join us to talk about summer stargazing, plus Bubbler Talk explores how to research historic properties and neighborhoods in Milwaukee.
8/3/202351 minutes, 24 seconds
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Wednesday 08/02/23: Great Lakes health, 'Food, We Need To Talk,' Black Arts MKE Fest, MPL social media

Explore the Lake Guardian, the EPA’s floating laboratory on the Great Lakes. Then, from Victorians to viral trends, we examine the negative impacts of diet culture. We learn about Black Arts MKE festival, headed to the Summerfest Grounds this weekend. Plus, meet the team behind the Milwaukee Public Library’s viral videos on TikTok and Instagram.
8/2/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Tuesday 8/01/23: Volunteer Ombudsman, ageism, 5 Things To Do, Odyssea Sangria

Learn about what it means to be a volunteer Ombudsman in Wisconsin, plus examine the impact of ageism and how to reshape our own perceptions of aging. The Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service shares five things to do in the city during August, plus we'll head to Sun Prairie to learn about Odyssea Sangria - a company founded by Milwaukee mixologists.
8/1/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Thursday 7/27/23: Milwaukee air quality, Great Circus Parade & Circus World Museum, Viva La Fitness, Bubbler Talk

We look at the lasting impact of the air quality issues we’ve had in Milwaukee this summer. We learn about the history of the Great Circus Parade in Milwaukee and explore how that history lives on at the Circus World Museum in Baraboo. We visit Latino-owned gym, Viva La Fitness. Plus Bubbler Talk explores the first comic book store in Milwaukee.
7/27/202351 minutes, 24 seconds
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Wednesday 7/26/23: HAWA queer justice director, blood research, Good Things Brewing, Wisconsin hikes

We speak with the queer justice director at the Hmong American Women’s Association. We learn how a local organization led the way for a major, medical breakthrough for bone marrow transplants. We speak with a custom shoe designer and the official DJ for the Milwaukee Bucks. Plus, we talk about hiking in Wisconsin.
7/26/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Tuesday 7/25/23: Transgender women in media, reading legislation, Diversity in Conservation intern, Fondy Farm Feast, Bubble tea

We continue our conversation with a group of Black transgender women about safety and how they are portrayed in the media. We hear from parents of children with dyslexia about a bill passed last week that changes reading instruction. We meet a Diversity in Conservation intern. We learn about the Fondy Farm Feast. Plus, learn about the origins and growing popularity of Bubble Tea.
7/25/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Monday 7/24/23: Violence against transgender women, Waukesha County housing, Maternity Metrix app, '100 Things To Do In Wisconsin Before You Die'

We speak with a group of Black transgender women about the impact violence against transgender people has on their lives. Then, we look at how a lack of affordable housing is affecting Waukesha County. We learn about a new app called Maternity Metrix, a perinatal pocket guide. Plus, look at some fun things to do in Wisconsin that are a bit off the beaten path.
7/24/202351 minutes, 35 seconds
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Thursday 7/20/23: Hispanic Well-Being Index, Latino Conservation Week, 'Kodachrome Milwaukee', Mile of Music, Bubbler Talk

We learn how a local organization is working to make Milwaukee a place where Hispanic people can thrive. We also learn about Latino Conservation Week. We tell you about a new book called Kodachrome Milwaukee. We tell you about a four day music festival in Appleton called the Mile of Music. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the many colors of Lake Michigan.
7/20/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Wednesday 7/19/23: FAFSA requirement, Wi Gayz, Vel Phillips statue, Negro League

We tell you about a new FAFSA requirement at Milwaukee Public Schools. Then, we learn about new housing opportunities for LGBTQ+ youth. We tell you about a new statue memorializing Vel Phillips at the Wisconsin State Capitol. Plus, learn about efforts to recognize and memorialize players from the Negro Baseball League.
7/19/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Tuesday 7/18/23: Chrystul Kizer case, 'Owner of a Lonely Heart', Lynden Sculpture Garden installation, Live at Lake Effect

We look at the case involving Chrystul Kizer who is imprisoned for killing her abuser. We speak with the author of the book “Owner of a Lonely Heart.” We learn about an art installation at the Lynden Sculpture Garden. Plus, hear music from Rhett Miller in the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.
7/18/202358 minutes, 14 seconds
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Monday 7/17/23: Milwaukee road safety, Capitol Notes, Historical Society's new center, Book of the Month

We learn how redesigning streets could improve road safety in Milwaukee. Capitol Notes looks at the impact of Milwaukee's sales tax increase. We learn about plans for the Wisconsin Historical Society’s new history center. Plus, we tell you about the Rare Books Room at the Central Library in our Book of the Month series.
7/17/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Thursday 7/13/23: TikTok privacy concerns, retired embryologist, Fredrick Law Olmsted Milwaukee parks, EAA anniversary, Bubbler Talk

We look at the push to ban TikTok. We speak with a local embryologist who recently retired. We look at the parks Fredrick Law Olmsted designed in Milwaukee. We look at the origin story of the Experimental Aircraft Association in Wisconsin and bring you Bubbler Talk.
7/13/202351 minutes, 30 seconds
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Wednesday 7/12/23: Great Lakes climate change, Crave Brothers Farmstead, wagyu beef, Up North Guide

We look at the impact of climate change on the Great Lakes. We visit the Crave Brothers Farmstead and tell you about a special kind of Japanese beef that’s being raised in Wisconsin. Plus, share a guide to visiting the Northwoods this summer.
7/12/202351 minutes, 30 seconds
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Tuesday 7/11/23 Mental Health Special: suicide misconceptions, suicide of a loved one, mental health care artifacts

Today on Lake Effect, we focus on mental health.
7/11/202351 minutes, 34 seconds
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Monday 7/10/23: low-wage jobs, life after incarceration, Miijim, pull tabs

We learn about low-wage jobs in Milwaukee and what they mean for the people working them. We hear from a formerly incarcerated man. We hear from an Indigenous chef who recently opened a restaurant in Wisconsin. Plus, learn about the history of Wisconsin pull tabs.
7/10/202351 minutes, 23 seconds
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Thursday 6/29/23: Millennial's health, sitting side effects, 'Slaying the Dragon', Fleet Farm vs. Farm & Fleet, Bubbler Talk

We look at a new study that found Millennials are experiencing chronic health conditions at a significant rate. We explore what sitting all day does to our bodies. Then, learn about the history of Dungeons & Dragons. We learn the real story behind Wisconsin’s dueling brands: Fleet Farm and Farm & Fleet. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the Milwaukee harbors' fog horn.
6/29/202351 minutes, 20 seconds
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Thursday 6/29/23: Millennial's health, sitting side effects, 'Slaying the Dragon', Fleet Farm vs. Farm & Fleet, Bubbler Talk

We look at a new study that found Millennials are experiencing chronic health conditions at a significant rate. We explore what sitting all day does to our bodies. Then, learn about the history of Dungeons & Dragons. We learn the real story behind Wisconsin’s dueling brands: Fleet Farm and Farm & Fleet. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the Milwaukee harbors' fog horn.
6/29/202351 minutes, 20 seconds
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Wednesday 6/28/23: one year since Roe v Wade was overturned

One year out from the decision, today on Lake Effect we’re looking at the impact overturning Roe vs. Wade has had in Wisconsin.
6/28/202351 minutes, 30 seconds
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Tuesday 6/27/23 Pride Month Special: LGBTQ incarceration, LGBTQ health care, LGBTQ farmers, Progress Pride flag

In a special Pride Month edition of the show, we break down why LGBTQ people are more likely to be incarcerated. Then, we look at some of the health care needs for LGBTQ people and the barriers to accessing care. We hear from two LGBTQ farmers. Plus, learn about the Progress Pride flag.
6/27/202351 minutes, 18 seconds
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Monday 6/26/23 Pride Month Special: anti-LGBT practices in schools, gay conversation therapy, same-sex parenting, 'Mama Bear' film

We learn about the anti-LGBTQ practices taking place at some Wisconsin voucher schools. We learn about gay conversion therapy and how banning the practice can help LGBTQ youth. We hear from a same-sex couple about their journey to becoming parents. Plus, tell you about the progress pride flag.
6/26/202351 minutes, 18 seconds
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Thursday 6/22/23: new social work degree, G.I. Bill anniversary, historian's homesteading experience, Bubbler Talk

We learn about a new social work program at Alverno College. We explore the struggles Black Americans have had accessing the G.I. Bill benefits. We hear from Milwaukee historian John Gurda about his experience homesteading. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the history of Mitchell Street businesses.
6/22/202351 minutes, 10 seconds
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Wednesday 6/21/23: Juneteenth celebration, Walker's Pint, Wandering Wisconsin, QWERTYFEST

We hear from people celebrating at Monday’s Juneteenth festival. We visit Walker’s Pint, the only lesbian bar in Wisconsin. We'll share a trip recommendation all about cheese in this month's Wandering Wisconsin. We tell you about a celebration of the keyboard happening in Milwaukee.
6/22/202351 minutes, 27 seconds
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Tuesday 6/20/23: Trinity Lutheran fire, Trans Handy Ma'am, Lake Effect Surf Shop, Live at Lake Effect

We look at the work being done to restore the historic Trinity Lutheran Church. We speak with the local TikToker known as the Trans Handy Ma’am. We learn about the Midwest surfing scene from the owner of the Lake Effect Surf Shop in Shorewood. Plus, bring you the first episode of our new music series Live at Lake Effect.
6/20/202351 minutes, 18 seconds
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Monday 6/19/23: Juneteenth, Capitol Notes, local boxer, Milwaukee Music Roundup

We share the history of Juneteenth and look at how Milwaukee celebrates. Capitol Notes digs into the politics behind calls to reappoint the state’s top election official. We speak with a local boxer and hear some new local Music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.
6/19/202351 minutes, 13 seconds
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Thursday 6/15/23: Cardinal Stritch DACA students, 'Be Seen' podcast, Bubbler Talk

We look at how the closure of Cardinal Stritch University is impacting undocumented students. We learn about the second season of the Be Seen podcast, which looks at Milwaukee's LGBTQ history. Plus, we listen back to a Bubbler Talk that looks into a mysterious bridge to nowhere in the woods in Milwaukee.
6/15/202334 minutes, 59 seconds
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Wednesday 6/14/23: American flag symbolism, 'A History of Milwaukee Drag', Top Note Tonic

We explore the relationship some people of color have with the American flag. We learn about Milwaukee’s long history of drag performance. Plus, speak with Top Note Tonic founders about awards they received for their craft cocktail mixers.
6/14/202351 minutes, 19 seconds
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Tuesday 6/13/23: drought conditions, Milwaukee Climate & Equity Plan, Live at Lake Effect

We learn how drought conditions are affecting the Milwaukee area. We tell you about the Milwaukee Climate and Equity Plan. Plus, we'll introduce you to our new series Live at Lake Effect.
6/13/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Monday 6/12/23: Everywhere Is Queer, lgbt milWALKee app, summer dining, 'Come Kingdom'

We tell you about Everywhere Is Queer, a world-wide map showing where you can find queer-owned businesses. We learn about an app that highlights Milwaukee’s LGBTQ history through walking tours. We look at some of the best summer dining options Milwaukee has to offer. Plus, talk to a Milwaukee-native about his new book of poetry, "Come Kingdom."
6/12/202351 minutes, 17 seconds
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Thursday 6/8/23: diagnosing ALS, 'Wisconsin Pride', Three Bridges Park celebration, Bubbler Talk

We hear one Milwaukeean’s experience living with ALS, and learn about an effort to help diagnose it more quickly. We tell you about the new documentary, “Wisconsin Pride,” which dives into our state’s LGBTQ+ history. We look at the transformation that took place at Three Bridges Park over the past ten years. Plus, Bubbler Talk has the story of a Milwaukee sign maker and the mystery behind one of his signs.
6/8/202351 minutes, 16 seconds
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Wednesday 6/7/23: Corey Stingley case, lawns for pollinators, 'Frank Lloyd Wright's Wisconsin', Milwaukee cricket league

We learn about the case of Corey Stingley who was killed after being held down by customers at a corner store. We share some ways to make your lawn friendly to birds and pollinators. We learn how architect Frank Lloyd Wright was inspired by his home state of Wisconsin. We tell you about the work the National Weather Service in Sullivan, WI does and we meet a Milwaukee cricket league.
6/7/202351 minutes, 18 seconds
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Tuesday 6/6/23: discrimination at voucher schools, bike safety, Odyssea Sangria, Landmark Lanes

We learn about the anti-LGBTQ practices taking place at some Wisconsin voucher schools. Then, we learn about the Wisconsin Bike Federation’s push for more bike-friendly communities. We learn about Odyssea Sangria, a canned Sangria company founded by Milwaukee mixologists. Plus, we look at the history of Landmark Lanes.
6/6/202351 minutes, 14 seconds
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Monday 6/5/23: DACA timeline, Capitol Notes, city biking, dog-friendly hikes

We look at the history of the DACA program and the ongoing legal battles surrounding it. Capitol Notes digs into the partisan discord over the state's capital budget and looks into what's next for the GOP-controlled Joint Committee on Finance. We learn about the longstanding challenges that are preventing cities like Milwaukee from becoming more bike friendly. Plus, look at some of the best parks and trails you can take your dog along with you on a summer hike.
6/5/202351 minutes, 14 seconds
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Thursday 6/1/23: mifepristone legal battle, Hmong hearing test, BIPOC Birding Club, Book of the Month

We look at the legal battle surrounding mifepristone. We learn about a test created to help Hmong people who are experiencing hearing loss. We speak with the co-founder of the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin. We get some book recommendations to celebrate Pride in our Book of the Month series. Plus, learn about the origins of Milwaukee's Sherman Phoenix.
6/1/202351 minutes, 13 seconds
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Wednesday 5/31/23: Birth to 3 Program, 'Our Precious Corn', Milwaukee County trail system, Milwaukee Music Roundup

We learn about Milwaukee County's Birth to 3 Program. We speak with the author of a new book , "Our Precious Corn." We learn about some of the hidden gems in the Milwaukee County Parks trails system. Plus, we hear new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.
5/31/202351 minutes, 19 seconds
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Tuesday 5/30/23: behavioral health services redesign, Tikkun Ha-Ir, Dig In!, Oscar Mayer wiener song origins

We learn about the redesign of Milwaukee County's mental health services. Then, we learn about Tikkun Ha-Ir, a Milwaukee organization that’s upholding Jewish principles and supporting others. We head to Alice’s Garden Urban Farm, a unique oasis in the city that cultivates plants and community. Plus, we learn about the Wisconsin-origins of the Oscar Mayer Weiner Song.
5/31/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Thursday 5/25/23: Milwaukee Public Museum new exhibits, Heal the Hood, "Night of the Living Harvest", Door County guide, Bubble Tea

We look at the final plans unveiled about the Milwaukee Public Museum’s new home. We speak with the organizer of the annual Heal the Hood block party. We learn about the new film "Night of the Living Harvest." Plus, we learn about the growing popularity of Bubble Tea and explore its origins.
5/25/202351 minutes, 12 seconds
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Wednesday 5/24/23: interfaith dialogue, Miijim restaurant, Good Things Brewing, Karen Supermarket

We learn about the power of interfaith dialogue and look at an example of it here in Milwaukee. We hear from an Indigenous chef a restaurant in Wisconsin. We speak with two chefs featured in VISIT Milwaukee’s new series, 'Good Things Brewing.' Plus, we tell you about the Karen Supermarket which serves Milwaukee's Myanmar refugees.
5/24/202351 minutes, 9 seconds
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Tuesday 5/23/23: MPS budget, dean of School of Freshwater Sciences, El Rey anniversary, Italian grinder sandwich

We look at the proposed Milwaukee Public Schools budget. Then, we hear from the new dean of UW-Milwaukee's School of Freshwater Sciences. We hear from customers and staff at El Rey grocery store as they celebrate 45 years in Milwaukee. Plus, learn about the viral recipe for the Italian grinder sandwich.
5/23/202351 minutes, 17 seconds
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Monday 5/22/23: Momnibus Act, Capitol Notes, Neighborhood Traffic Management Program, trash cinema

We learn about an omnibus act in congress that addresses some of the root causes of maternal mortality. We look at the latest developments in the battle over the shared revenue plan. We tell you about Milwaukee’s Neighborhood Traffic Management Program. Plus, we explore what makes a bad movie – good in a conversation about trash cinema.
5/22/202351 minutes, 13 seconds
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Lake Effect Special 5/18/23: Cardinal Stritch University Closure

Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski & WUWM education reporter Emily Files speak with faculty, including Stritch University President Dr. Dan Scholz, and students about the upcoming closure of the university.
5/18/202353 minutes, 28 seconds
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Wednesday 5/17/23: broadband access, conversion therapy harm, bears in southern WI, Crave Brothers Farmstead

We learn about an effort to get fast, affordable internet to everyone in Milwaukee. We learn about the harm conversion therapy can cause to LGBTQ youth. We tell you why more bears are being spotted in southern Wisconsin. Plus, we explore how a local farm is putting their waste to good use.
5/17/202351 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tuesday 5/16/23: Ujima Project, federal COVID-19 emergency lifted, 'Shadows of Industrialization', restaurants opening & closing

We look at a program that helps kids and families dealing with violence. We explore the changes taking affect now that the federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency has ended. We look at a project that explores deindustrialization in Milwaukee. Plus, tell you what restaurants are opening and closing in the Milwaukee-area.
5/16/202351 minutes, 14 seconds
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Monday 5/15/23: public defenders pay, 'Poverty, By America', natural area stewardship, World Premiere Wisconsin

We look at how low pay for public defenders and district attorneys is leading to a backlog of court cases in Wisconsin. We speak with sociologist Matthew Desmond about his book "Poverty, By America." A nature photographer talks about the balancing act of enjoying our natural areas while protecting them. Plus, we learn about World Premiere Wisconsin, a statewide theater festival.
5/15/202351 minutes, 16 seconds
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Thursday 5/11/23: Shared Revenue Program, Wausau teacher controversy, Wandering Wisconsin, Bronzeville Histories project

We look at proposed changes to Wisconsin’s Shared Revenue Program. A community member speaks out after a Wausau teacher accused of using a racial slur keeps his job. We help you plan a trip to see the waterfalls in Marinette County. Plus, learn about actor, athlete and activist Paul Robeson’s roots in Milwaukee.
5/11/202351 minutes, 11 seconds
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Wednesday 5/10/23: 'Unsolved' podcast, Wisconsin Center art controversy, Save Our Songbirds campaign, politics of the MCU

We explore the new season of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Unsolved podcast which looks at the disappearance of Alexis Patterson. The president of the Wisconsin Center explains the controversy over a beloved literary art installation. We tell you about an effort to save Wisconsin’s songbirds. Plus, explore the politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
5/10/202351 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tuesday 5/9/23: talking to kids about school shootings, Sikhism awareness, physician training tool, midges

We explore how to talk with kids about school shootings. We learn about efforts to better educate people about Sikhism. We tell you about a tool that trains physicians how to better break difficult news to patients. Plus, tell you about the large swarms midges you may be seeing at the lakefront.
5/9/202351 minutes, 16 seconds
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Monday 5/8/23: abortion ban challenge, Capitol Notes, dredging Milwaukee's waterways, Women's Entrepreneurship Week

We learn about a lawsuit challenging the state’s 1849 abortion ban and the potential outcomes. Capitol Notes explores the proposed changes to shared revenue. We tell you about a major project happening this summer to clean up Milwaukee’s waterways. Plus, learn about Women’s Entrepreneurship Week happening in Milwaukee.
5/8/202351 minutes, 15 seconds
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Thursday 5/4/23: Stritch enrollment, Asian Heritage Dinner, Jane Kaczmarek, 'Women & Water' exhibit

A higher education data expert explores the closure of Cardinal Stritch University. We learn about the Asian Heritage Dinner happening this weekend. Actress Jane Kaczmarek talks about her return to the stage in Milwaukee. Plus, we tell you about an upcoming exhibit "Women & Water."
5/4/202351 minutes, 10 seconds
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Wednesday 5/3/23: Participatory Budget, 'We Are Not Ghouls' film, Children's Hospital doctor, 5 Things To Do, Gertie the Duck

We explore the African American Roundtable’s participatory budget process. We speak with the director and subject of the documentary “We Are Not Ghouls." We learn why a local doctor lets his patients paint his hair bright green. We tell you about five things happening in Milwaukee this month. Plus, tell the story of a mother duck that captured the hearts of Milwaukeeans during World War II.
5/3/202351 minutes, 16 seconds
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Tuesday 5/2/22: Bay View Massacre, Canndigenous 'Crying in H Mart', 'Vino Lingo'

We explore the events that led to the Bay View Massacre. We speak with the founder of Canndigenous, the first Native-owned hemp & CBD company in Wisconsin. We speak with musician and author Michelle Zauner about her book, "Crying in H Mart." Plus, we learn about some wine words with the author of the book, "Vino Lingo."
5/2/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Monday 5/1/23: AAPI Month, 'Trying' film, Milwaukee Music Roundup

We celebrate the start of AAPI Month with a look at why the cultural celebration takes place in May. We look at the history of the Hmong American Friendship Association and get a reading recommendation for AAPI Month. We speak with the director of the film "Trying." Plus, hear some new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.
5/1/202351 minutes, 28 seconds
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Thursday 4/27/23: Cardinal Stritch professor, May Day march, Kickapoo Valley Reserve, Black Restaurant Week, Hattie McDaniel

A Cardinal Stritch University professor shares their reaction to the school’s closure. We learn about Voces de la Frontera’s May Day march. We tell you about conservation efforts at the Kickapoo Valley Reserve. We look at Black Restaurant Week in Milwaukee. Plus, learn why Hattie McDaniel, the first Black person to win an Academy Award, credits Milwaukee for her success.
4/27/202351 minutes, 20 seconds
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Wednesday 4/26/23: pedestrian safety, Harry Belafonte film, Fox River cleanup, Dig In!

We hear from Mayor Cavalier Johnson on his plans to make Milwaukee’s streets safer for pedestrians. To honor the passing of activist Harry Belafonte, we listen back to a conversation about the week he hosted “The Tonight Show.” We talk to the authors of a new book on the success story of the Fox River cleanup. Plus, explore some old wives tales on how to better your garden.
4/26/202351 minutes, 13 seconds
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Tuesday 4/25/23: welfare program legislation, bus riders, Hope Shining Blue, 'American the Beautiful?' book

We look at Republican proposals to reform the state's welfare programs. We hear from bus riders about the changes that are being implemented. We tell you about the Hope Shining Blue event that recognizes sexual and domestic abuse survivors and advocates. Plus, we speak with a Wisconsin-born author about her new book.
4/25/202351 minutes, 14 seconds
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Monday 4/24/23: untested rape kits, Capitol Notes, Cardinal Stritch student, State Archeologist

We learn about the impact of untested rape kits. Capitol Notes looks at efforts to legalize medical marijuana and other legislation. We hear from an international student who attends Cardinal Stritch University who recently found out the school is closing. Plus, listen back to a conversation Wisconsin’s State Archaeologist who passed away.
4/24/202351 minutes, 14 seconds
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Thursday 4/20/23: Bobbie Lou Schoeffling death investigation, Earth Week, Wandering Wisconsin, spring stargazing

We learn about the investigation into the death of domestic violence victim Bobbie Lou Schoeffling. We tell you about the Land Restoration School in our Earth Week series. We look at what Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail has to offer. Plus, tell you what you can see in the night sky during spring.
4/20/202351 minutes, 18 seconds
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Wednesday 4/19/23: Human trafficking misconceptions, Earth Week, Discourse Coffee, Cat Figurine Mewseum

We explore the misconceptions around human trafficking. In our Earth Week series, we learn about the legacy of Aldo Leopold. We hear from the owner of Discourse Coffee about his new book of coffee recipes. Plus, we learn about Redner’s Rescued Cat Figurine Mewseum.
4/19/202351 minutes, 17 seconds
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Tuesday 4/18/23: WI Association of Women Police, Earth Week, Spinn MKE, 'Mom & Dad's Nipple Factory' film

We learn about an effort to get more women police officers across Wisconsin. We hear an Indigenous person’s perspective on land and water conservation. We meet the first Black woman to own a spin studio in Milwaukee. Plus, tell you about the opening night film at the Milwaukee Film Festival.
4/18/202351 minutes, 20 seconds
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Monday 4/17/23: Earth week, Capitol Notes, stink bugs, Milwaukee County trail system

We kick off our Earth Week series on the impact of declining biodiversity. Capitol Notes examines the new Republican bills on guns and welfare work requirements in Wisconsin. We tell you about the work of the National Weather Service here in Milwaukee. We tell you why you might be seeing more stink bugs around. Plus, learn about some of the hidden gems in the Milwaukee County Parks system of trails.
4/17/202351 minutes, 12 seconds
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Thursday 4/13/23: Wisconsin Center art removal, suicide series, 5 Things To Do, Milwaukee Public Museum food

We learn about the literary art exhibition that was removed from the Wisconsin Center. A Milwaukee creative shares her experience after losing her mother to suicide. We tell you about some events happening around Milwaukee Day. We tell you about Meat on the Street moving into the Milwaukee Public Museum. Plus, share a piece of Bronzeville's history.
4/13/202351 minutes, 15 seconds
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Wednesday 4/12/23: NARCAN availability, LGBT Books to Prisoners, class action lawsuits, 'Degenerate! Hitler's War on Modern Art' exhibit

We tell you how people will be able to access life-saving NARCAN more easily later this summer. Then, tell you about the work a Madison organization is doing to provide reading material to incarcerated LGBTQ+ people. We look at how class-action lawsuits can hold companies accountable. Plus, learn about a new exhibition at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee that shows art once confiscated by the Nazi Regime.
4/12/202351 minutes, 17 seconds
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Tuesday 4/11/23: Election results impact, NPR's Sylvia Poggioli, engineer auto racer, peregrine falcons, last commercial fisherman

We look at what the results of the April election will mean for Wisconsinites. NPR’s Syliva Poggioli shares what kept her working in public radio for over 40 years. We learn about a local man who changed the auto racing game. We learn about the recovery of the peregrine falcon population in Wisconsin. Plus, speak with the last commercial fisherman on Washington Island in Door County.
4/11/202351 minutes, 16 seconds
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Monday 4/10/23: mental health services for kids, Capitol Notes, baseball scorekeeping, artist archive

We learn what services and resources are available for children’s mental health care in the Milwaukee-area. Capitol Notes looks at how politics in the state could change after last week's election. We chat with a Wisconsin-based baseball scorebook company. Plus, we look at how UW-Milwaukee is creating an archive of local women and non-binary artists.
4/10/202351 minutes, 30 seconds
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Thursday 4/6/23: MCTS fiscal cliff, Julian Assange film, UW System tuition increase, experience after incarceration

We look at the funding issues facing the Milwaukee County Transit System. We hear from the brother and father of Julian Assange. We look at what a tuition hike in the UW System will mean for students. Plus, a local man who was incarcerated as a teenager shares what challenges he’s faced since his release.
4/6/202351 minutes, 16 seconds
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Wednesday 4/5/23: election results, 'Good Things Brewing', Video Game History Foundation, Milwaukee Music Roundup

We unpack the results of yesterday’s election. Then, tell you about a new series about Milwaukee called “Good Things Brewing.” We learn about the Video Game History Foundation. Plus, hear some new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.
4/5/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Tuesday 4/4/23: low wage jobs, Great Lakes climate change, queer quilting workshops, food & drink traditions

We learn about low-wage workers in Milwaukee. We look at what climate change means for the Great Lakes region. We learn about queer quilting workshops at MIAD. Plus, look at some of the history and traditions around Wisconsin food and drink staples.
4/4/202351 minutes, 12 seconds
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Monday 4/3/23: Native voter mobilization, Capitol Notes, Brewers Home Opener, Book of the Month

We learn about an effort to get Wisconsin’s Native people to the polls. Capitol Notes takes a final look at how the state supreme court race is stacking up ahead of the election. We look at what Opening Day means for Milwaukee baseball fans. We learn about some of the hidden gems in the Milwaukee County Parks system of trails. Plus, get a poetry book recommendation for National Poetry Month.
4/3/202351 minutes, 25 seconds
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Thursday 3/30/23: State Supreme Court candidates, Referendum explainer, Bubbler Talk

We hear from both of the candidates vying for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Then, we learn about some of the referendums on the ballot in next week’s election. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the history of the Grohmann Museum in downtown Milwaukee and we learn about the statues that line the top of the building.
3/30/202351 minutes, 16 seconds
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Wednesday 3/29/23: State Supreme Court decisions, 8th Senate District candidates, long COVID-19

We look at some of the big decisions made in recent history by the State Supreme Court and what’s in store for the court after next week’s election. We hear from both candidates looking to fill Wisconsin’s 8th Senate District seat. Plus, look at what’s still unknown about long COVID.
3/29/202351 minutes, 15 seconds
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Tuesday 3/28/23: college opportunities for incarcerated, female veterans, NPR's Tamara Keith on Wisconsin politics, dating app voter mobilization

We learn how federal financial aid is being restored for people who are incarcerated and want to pursue a college education. We learn about some of the challenges female veterans face. NPR White House Correspondent Tamara Keith discusses Wisconsin politics. Plus, we tell you about voter mobilization efforts on dating apps.
3/28/202351 minutes, 16 seconds
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Monday 3/27/23: 'Poverty, By America', Capitol Notes, Hmong American Friendship Association, Dig In!

We speak with a sociologist about his new book on poverty. Capitol Notes explores what happens next for the Secretary of State position and the governor's capital budget proposal. We learn about the Hmong American Friendship Association. Plus, tell you about some new plants you could try in your garden this year.
3/27/202351 minutes, 16 seconds
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Thursday 3/23/23: Milwaukee County fiscal cliff, working parent experiences, Bubbler Talk

Milwaukee County's looming fiscal cliff. A group of working parents share challenges they face and how things have changed since the pandemic. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores what live albums have been recorded at Milwaukee venues.
3/23/202351 minutes, 10 seconds
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Tuesday 3/21/23: mobilizing Black voters, working parents, Hmong American Women's Association, Wisconsin Journalist of the Year

We hear from two groups working to mobilize Black voters in Wisconsin ahead of the April election. We look at how the pandemic impacted parents and changed their expectations around work. We speak with the Hmong American Women's Association. Plus, meet Wisconsin’s Journalist of the Year.
3/21/202351 minutes, 12 seconds
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Monday 3/20/23: aftermath of suicide, Capitol Notes, politics in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Student Podcast Challenge

We hear one person’s experience in the aftermath of a loved one’s suicide. Capitol Notes explores what could happen after Wisconsin's Secretary of State resigned. We look at the politics in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Plus, tell you about NPR’s Student Podcast Challenge.
3/20/202351 minutes, 10 seconds
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Thursday 3/16/23: trail money, Justice Fellows Policy Program, Wandering Wisconsin, Milwaukee's Irish history, Bubbler Talk

We tell you about a proposal to make some improvements to Wisconsin's biking trails. We learn about the Justice Fellows Policy Program for formerly incarcerated people. We help you plan a trip to Cave of the Mounds in Wandering Wisconsin. We learn about the first Irish people to come to Milwaukee. Bubbler Talk explores a mysterious set of numbers and dates inlaid in the sidewalk outside of the Mitchell Park Domes.
3/16/202351 minutes, 15 seconds
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Wednesday 3/15/23: induction cooking, WI Gayz, Lazy Susan closing, pull tabs

We learn about the benefits of using an electric stove over a gas one for cooking. We learn why the LGBTQ+ community is disproportionately affected by a shortage of in-home care workers. We speak with the owner of Lazy Susan about her decision to close the restaurant. We learn how pull tabs ended up in so many Wisconsin bars. Plus, learn about the Pink Boots Society.
3/15/202351 minutes, 11 seconds
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Tuesday 3/14/23: Women's History Month

We speak with the creator of the Woke Wednesdays 414 Instagram account. We look at some of the notable women buried in Milwaukee's Forest Home Cemetery. Then, learn about the first Black woman cantor who was born here in Milwaukee. Plus, we learn about the life and death of Milwaukeean Mildred Fish-Harnack who formed a resistance group against the Nazi regime.
3/14/202351 minutes, 21 seconds
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Monday 3/13/23: attracting doctors to Wisconsin, Captiol Notes, daylight saving time debate, Rooted MKE

We explore how overturning Roe vs. Wade is making it harder to attract physicians to Wisconsin. We bring you the latest on Wisconsin politics in Capitol Notes. We hear about the battle over daylight saving time in Wisconsin. Plus, tell you about a children's bookstore called Rooted MKE.
3/14/202351 minutes, 15 seconds
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Thursday 3/8/23: 'Death on a Dairy Farm', Port Milwaukee director, Bubbler Talk

We learn about an investigation that followed the death of an 8-year-old immigrant boy on a Wisconsin farm. Then, we meet the new director of Port Milwaukee. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores how a dragon ended up on the North Point Water Tower in the 1980s.
3/9/202334 minutes, 59 seconds
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Wednesday 3/8/23: Children's Mental Health Walk-In Clinic, UW-Parkside Chancellor, Brilliant Voices

We learn what a mental health walk-in clinic for children has seen in its first year in Milwaukee. We hear from the outgoing chancellor at UW-Parkside. We look at the impact of agism and how to reshape our own perceptions of aging. Plus, learn about an opportunity for young people in Milwaukee to learn the ropes of podcasting.
3/8/202351 minutes, 26 seconds
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Tuesday 3/7/23: Millennials health, therapy at Milwaukee Art Museum, Wisconsin poet laureate

We look at a new study that shows a surprising trend in Millennials health care needs. We learn about a partnership between Black Space, which offers therapy for Black and Brown people, and the Milwaukee Art Museum. Plus, we meet the new Wisconsin Poet Laureate.
3/7/202351 minutes, 28 seconds
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Monday 3/6/23: Capitol Notes, book on phosphorus, 5 Things To Do, Book of the Month, Purim

We look at the major spending in the state Supreme Court race. We learn about phosphorus and the impact it's having on the environment. Our Book of the Month conversation honors Women’s History Month. We'll tell you about five things happening in Milwaukee in March. Plus, we learn about the Jewish holiday of Purim.
3/6/202351 minutes, 17 seconds