Best BizTimes Podcasts (2024)

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Kristin Brey & Michael Sampson: Top WI/MKE Summer Spots & The RNC in Milwaukee 51:24

2h ago51:24

51:24

In this episode, couple Michael Sampson and Kristin Brey join us to talk all things Milwaukee and Wisconsin. Michael is the founder of Swarmm Events, a Milwaukee-based event planning company putting on legendary events like the Shamrock Shuffle and Storm the Bastille. Kristin is the founder of ‘As Goes Wisconsin’ and a content creator shining a (hu…

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Ike Wynter: CRAZY Journey from Touring Musician & Entrepreneur to Viral Wood Artist 41:14

26m ago41:14

41:14

From a giant Crayola Crayon box to a scene out of Spongebob, he’s using his passion for woodworking to inspire creativity and a sense of community in his followers. In this episode, we dive into his journey that got him to where he is today, including his struggles with mental health and potential brand collaborations on the horizon. From a young a…

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Mothers Day Special Ep w/ Grandma Lainey (Elaine Burke): Living a full life, beginnings of Trek Bicycle, 10k steps a day at age 91 and more :) 13:17

8h ago13:17

13:17

In celebration of Mother's Day I got to have my 91 year old grandmother Lainey Burke on this weeks episode. In this quick episode we covered the following topics: Growing up in Madison Attending Marquette University as one of twelve women in the business school The beginnings of Trek Bicycle Flower arranging & a show coming to Milwaukee Living a fu…

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Milwaukee Bartenders Uncut: How Much Do They Make? How does a bartender show interest, What does your drink say about you? Favorite Bars, Best Bars to Meet Women, and a FaceTime Call In 48:28

19d ago48:28

48:28

Devin Wagner (Harp), Kameron Jones (Wicked Hop, formerly RWB) and Gracie Kalichefski (Red Rock) join for our first ever edition of Bartenders Uncut! Topics discussed in order: How they got into bartending Weirdest thing ever written on a receipt How do you know if a bartender is showing interest What your drink says about you Amazing FaceTime inter…

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Pat Connaughton & Joe Stanton: Untold Stories from the 21' NBA Finals 24:19

9d ago24:19

24:19

What happens the night and days after winning an NBA title? How do you get the Larry O'Brien trophy through TSA? What's it like to party with Bill Clinton at Marc Lasry's place in the Hamptons? Those are some of the topics on this episode from the vault with Milwaukee Buck Pat Connaughton and his childhood best friend/business parter at Three Leaf …

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JMatt: Milwaukee's Must Try Hidden Gems 28:26

11d ago28:26

28:26

JMatt, a local content creator shining a spotlight on all things Milwaukee. With over 16,000 followers on Instagram and a whopping 180,000 followers on TikTok, he’s become an unofficial icon of the city. He’s partnered with big brands including Red Bull, Culvers, and Subway, but primarily focuses his attention on the small businesses that truly put…

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Milwaukee Admirals: Zach L'Heureux & Kevin Wall: Playoff Push, Untold Hockey Stories, and Fan Q & A 37:56

18d ago37:56

37:56

Gearing up for the playoffs, we dive into Zach and Kevin’s first year on the Admirals (including the 19-game win streak), and in Milwaukee! Along with their backstories, how they got to the pros and how the team is prepping for a playoff run we cover a wide range of topics and fan submitted questions including: Doorbell camera disaster Las Vegas sh…

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Leadership Lens: Greater Milwaukee Foundation's Ellen Gilligan on tackling big projects and knowing when to step aside 35:35

1M ago35:35

35:35

Ellen Gilligan, the president and CEO of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation, joins Marquette University president Michael Lovell and BizTimes Media managing editor Arthur Thomas on the latest episode of Leadership Lens. Gilligan discusses what she's learned about taking on big projects, her own leadership style and how she knew it was the right time …

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Nate Vomhof: Behind the Drone the Makes Milwaukee Shine & His Favorite Shots and Spots in the City 15:13

26d ago15:13

15:13

You’ve probably seen his drone footage all over social media, but who’s behind the drone that puts Milwaukee on the map? We sat down with “Drone Nate” on the podcast today to learn how he went from engineering major, to pharmacist, to professional drone videographer/photographer. Not only does his Instagram account reach hundreds of thousands of pe…

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Russell Nicolet: From Small Town Lawyer to Midwest Billboard Icon 47:38

2M ago47:38

47:38

Who's the man behind the 275ish billboards across the state? Join us as we sit down with Russell Nicolet, from a humble start practicing law out of a small room in the Wisconsin's North Woods to creating a very recognizable and successful law firm spanning multiple states, we cover his early career to where he is now. We also talk through his most …

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PACKERS TE Tyler Davis: Untold Stories of Playing with Rodgers, Love & Tebow. Journey to the NFL and Coming Back From an ACL Injury in 2024! 54:40

2M ago54:40

54:40

Wonder what it's like to play in the NFL? From being on the 1-16 Jaguars to the #1 seed Packers Tyler Davis has seen it all in his first four years in the National Football League. Tyler Davis has an incredible story from growing up on Long Island and going on to play college ball for UConn and Georgia Tech before getting drafted by Jacksonville in…

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Kam Jones & Stevie Mitchell: Emergency March Madness Pod & BTS of Marquette Men’s Basketball 41:48

2M ago41:48

41:48

The NCAA Tournament kicks off this week and Kam and Stevie stopped by the studio before heading down to Indianapolis! If you want to get an inside look at Marquette Basketball, laugh and get fired up for what’s to come this episode is for you. Topics include: Big East Recap Mindset of the team right now EGQs How Kam & Stevie ended up at Marquette a…

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Jen Lada & Dario Melendez: Behind ESPN, Breaking out in a Competitive Industry, Most Embarrassing Moments on Camera, and WI Sports 36:42

2M ago36:42

36:42

What's it like working for ESPN and How do you break out in a very competitive industry like sports media? Those are topics we dive into on this episode with ESPN College Game Day's Jen Lada and WISN Sports Director Dario Melendez. We also talk some Wisconsin Sports, discuss their most embarrassing moments on camera and more. This podcast is produc…

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Jen Lada & Dario Melendez: From Rivals to Romance (and Marriage & 3 Kids), the 😂 Backstory Behind the Media Power Couple 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

Jen & Dario's relationship did not get off to the smoothest start..... After Dario shot his shot (and came up empty) the networks serendipitously put them in the same booth during a Packers 2010 Super Bowl run. They now are married with three kids. How did this all happen? What is it like having a family and very demanding jobs in media? Tune into …

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Leadership Lens: Bucks president Peter Feigin on making decisions, coaching changes and Milwaukee's opportunity 34:02

3M ago34:02

34:02

Milwaukee Bucks president Peter Feigin joins Marquette University president Michael Lovell and BizTimes Media managing editor Arthur Thomas on Leadership Lens, a monthly podcast that features southeastern Wisconsin business leaders discussing how they approach their work. On this episode, Feigin discusses his career journey, from working with Arthu…

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Ian Bennett: Milwaukee Wave Legend, 40 and still going HARD 17:29

2M ago17:29

17:29

When it comes to the MASL and Milwaukee Wave Ian Bennett is a certified legend, he’s a two-time MASL MVP and three-time champion with the Milwaukee Wave, he is also still performing at a high level this season at the age of 40. That said there is a lot more to Ian Bennett than what you see on the field. The guy is a father of two daughters, has mor…

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Best Date Spots in Milwaukee, best/worst pick up lines, and a crazy story with Chef Adam Pawlak, Grace Scalzo and Danika Holt 37:03

3M ago37:03

37:03

Not sure what to do on Valentine's Day in Milwaukee? From gifts to dinner spots to where to go out to we've got recommendations. Maybe your single like and looking for that perfect opening line or pick up strategy at the bars like Joe Villmow, we cover that. Want to hear a story about a man who drove 18 hours up from Florida to meet a woman in Milw…

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Grace Weber: From Tosa to Winning a Grammy with Chance the Rapper & Kanye 55:06

3M ago55:06

55:06

Grace Weber's journey in the music industry has been an amazing ride. From her appearance on Oprah in college to collaborating with Chance the Rapper and winning a Grammy with him and Kanye to signing with (and parting ways with) Capitol Records. And now, with the release of her new album "Paper Flower," Grace continues to evolve and make waves in …

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David Crowley: From the 53206 to Milwaukee's Youngest and First Black Elected County Executive 29:32

3M ago29:32

29:32

From growing up in the 53206 to becoming the youngest elected and first Black elected Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has an amazing story. In this episode we cover his back story, go behind the scenes of what is going in Milwaukee, the challenges, the progress that is being made and what is to come in 2024. For Additional Clips and Conten…

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How to Perform Like the Top .1% W/ Dr. Raymond Prior: The Truth Behind Optimizing Habits, Sleep, Caffeine, Cold Exposure, Dieting, Mindfulness 57:33

4M ago57:33

57:33

The final episode of our series with Dr. Raymond Prior to help you crush 2024 is on a variety of topics. In this episode, we cover: 2:05- Habits of high performance of the top .1% 10:15- How to get effective sleep and the importance of sleep 22:00 - Caffeine: How it actually works, how to use it, and what NOT to do 28:00 - Cold Exposure/Plunging 32…

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Anxiety: Everything You Need to Know and Strategies to Get Better Today! With Dr. Raymond Prior 40:20

5M ago40:20

40:20

Dr. Raymond Prior is back to talk all things anxiety and how you can get better. After listening to this episode you’ll Have a clear understanding of what anxiety is on a psychological, neurological, and cultural level The difference between anxiety and nerves and how being nervous can actually help you perform at a higher level while anxiety canno…

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Science-Based Strategies for Setting and Achieving Goals in 2024 With Dr. Raymond Prior 35:30

4M ago35:30

35:30

Why do most goals fail and what can you do moving forward to actually set meaningful goals and make lasting change in your life? Those are two of the questions we set out to answer in today's podcast. Dr. Raymond Prior, PhD, covers a wide range of topics when it comes to setting and achieving goals and gives you strategies backed by science. In thi…

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Dating in Milwaukee (Crazy Stories & "Expert" Advice) with Danika Holt and Grace Scalzo 53:56

5M ago53:56

53:56

Former Miss WI USA Danika Holt and Grace Scalzo join this episode of Milwaukee Uncut as we answer your questions and break down crazy dating stories from the Cream City! To submit future questions and stories for Dating in Milwaukee Round 2 message us on Instagram (or just follow us for the video clips): https://www.instagram.com/milwaukeeuncut/ On…

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Leadership Lens: Gus Ramirez discusses faith, education and making quick decisions 50:53

5M ago50:53

50:53

Gus Ramirez and the Ramirez Family Foundation made big news in 2023, buying the former campus of Cardinal Stritch University in Glendale and Fox Point for $24 million not long after the school shut down at the end of the spring semester. The chairman of Waukesha-based manufacturer Husco International, Ramirez and his family were behind the launch o…

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Milverine Uncut: Beyond the Streets With Milwaukee's Superhero 28:11

5M ago28:11

28:11

One day in 2010, John Frank Hamann was approached by a stranger at Veterans Park who excitedly came running up to him with his cell phone “You're the Milverine!” the man said. The newly appointed Milverine was a combination of amused and confused. The jacked, power-walking construction worker had no idea that he had a dedicated Facebook fan page an…

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Charlie Berens: From “Nope” To “Ope!” How This Midwest Comedian Made It Big (and plenty of “fan-submitted” questions & WI Trivia) 47:57

5M ago47:57

47:57

Join us as we sit down with the legendary Wisconsin native, Charlie Berens. From a very humbling start to his career to his current status as a viral sensation, starting with the Manitowoc Minute to now selling out stages across the country on his current tour! This episode delves into Charlie's career highlights, hilarious stories of the come up a…

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Network Health CEO Coreen Dicus-Johnson's advice for competing amongst giants 29:56

6M ago29:56

29:56

Menasha-based health insurer Network Health has a new ownership structure after Froedtert Health completed its acquisition of Ascension Wisconsin’s 50% stake in the health insurer, taking full ownership of the company. Network Health CEO Coreen Dicus-Johnson recently joined BizTimes managing editor Arthur Thomas to discuss what the change means and…

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From Declared Dead to Inspiring Millions: The Transformative Story of Bishop Darrell Hines 36:41

6M ago36:41

36:41

Bishop Hines has some incredible stories: the man was once pronounced dead after his heart stopped beating for forty-five minutes, he once jumped out of his car to stop his future wife on the street, and he went on to found Christian Faith Fellowship Church on Milwaukee’s north side, which now hosts up to 2,000+ people every Sunday. Additionally, h…

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Weekly Debrief: Making sense of another college campus closing 22:20

7M ago22:20

22:20

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media discuss the news of the week, including the announcement that UWM's Washington County campus will close by July 2024. It is another example of the challenges facing higher education amid declining enrollment, financial challenges and the changing value of higher education. Insider Story Spotlight…

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Weekly Debrief: The Brewers finally get a postseason win 20:03

8M ago20:03

20:03

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including the first legislative victory for plans to fund improvements to American Family Field. The deal, which passed a state Assembly committee this week, would keep the Milwaukee Brewers in town through 2050. While the Republicans introduced the p…

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Weekly Debrief: Johnsonville replaces Klement's again, that's how the sausage is marketed 21:00

8M ago21:00

21:00

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news off the week, including Johnsonville taking over as the sausage sponsor at Fiserv Forum. The deal marks the third time in recent years that Johnsonville has taken over a sponsorship from Klement's. Register for upcoming BizTimes events. Insider Story Spotlight Spr…

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Weekly Debrief: A new plan to fund American Family Field upgrades 27:09

8M ago27:09

27:09

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media discuss the news of the week, including Republican lawmakers unveiling a new $700 million plan to fund upgrades at American Family Field and keep the Milwaukee Brewers in Milwaukee. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers had previously pitched a $290 million plan that didn't include specific contributions fr…

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Weekly Debrief: Wait, Barrett Lo is planning to do what in Wauwatosa? 19:26

9M ago19:26

19:26

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media discuss the news from the week, including Barrett Lo Visionary Development planning a $400 million, 918-unit, multi-building apartment development, including 15- to 19-story buildings, on the Mayfair Mall property. Register for upcoming BizTimes events. Insider Story Spotlight Generac plans to bu…

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Weekly Debrief: Why a new labor deal at Mercury Marine is a big deal for Wisconsin 16:43

9M ago16:43

16:43

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including IAM Local 1947 and Mercury Marine reaching a new 5-year contract. The fact the deal came with little fanfare is a sign of how far things have come since 2009 when the company was considering a move to Oklahoma. Register for the Next Generati…

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Weekly Debrief: The GOP debate offers a preview of the 2024 RNC in Milwaukee 23:43

9M ago23:43

23:43

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including the first Republican presidential debate of the 2024 campaign coming to Milwaukee. While on a much smaller scale than next summer's Republican National Convention, the debate does offer a preview of what to expect next year. If the city's pe…

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Weekly Debrief: Another new plan for FPC Live's Milwaukee music venue 18:44

9M ago18:44

18:44

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including FPC Live again revising plans for a music venue in Milwaukee. The project, which was originally planned in the Third Ward and has since moved to the former Bradley Center site in the Deer District, will now have just one 4,500-person capacit…

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DJ Shawna’s Incredible Journey to Becoming One of the Most In-Demand DJs in Live Entertainment 41:09

9M ago41:09

41:09

Shawna didn’t follow a typical path to becoming one of the most in-demand live entertainers in sports. In the last few years alone, she has been one of four DJs in the NBA Bubble, has opened for Lizzo and Shaq, was the official DJ of the Ryder Cup, and much more. It wasn’t long ago that the now 40-year-old was cold-calling bars and clubs in Milwauk…

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Weekly Debrief: Iron Horse or downtown Hampton Inn, which would you want to own? 20:53

10M ago20:53

20:53

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including continuing financial challenges for hotels in or near downtown Milwaukee. The Iron Horse Hotel in Walker's Point is set to go up for auction next month and the downtown Hampton Inn & Suites, which closed suddenly earlier this year, has been …

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Weekly Debrief: Connecting Pleasant Prairie job growth to Biden's broadband efforts 17:29

10M ago17:29

17:29

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including Nokia's plans to manufacture broadband components at the Pleasant Prairie facility of San Jose-based Sanmina. They discuss whether the BEAN program that's led to the investment is a wise use of government spending and whether provisions enco…

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A Behind the Scenes Preview of the 2023 Wisconsin State Fair with CEO, Shari Black 19:12

10M ago19:12

19:12

Get ready for an exclusive insider’s look at the Wisconsin State Fair! Join CEO Shari Black as she takes us on a journey through her role since 2016, the 11-day extravaganza, unique competitions, and the delicate balance of tradition and innovation. Discover the 104 new food items, including the legendary cream puffs. Hear about overcoming challeng…

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‘Go where the energy is’ and other advice from DEI leaders at Wisconsin companies 46:08

10M ago46:08

46:08

To get a better sense of the day-to-day work of DEI leaders, BizTimes worked with Beth Ridley of Ridley Consulting Group to record a podcast with members of an inclusive leaders roundtable group she leads. Along with Ridley, the conversation included Sri Kadasinghanahalli, vice president of enterprise data and analytics at Milwaukee-based MGIC Inve…

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Weekly Debrief: Can Summerfest ever get back to pre-pandemic attendance levels? 22:19

11M ago22:19

22:19

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including Summerfest seeing a 40% increase in attendance but still falling short of pre-pandemic levels. They also discuss the impact of Harley-Davidson's 120th anniversary celebrations this weekend. Insider Story Spotlight Report examines ideas to im…

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Weekly Debrief: Baird makes another commitment to downtown Milwaukee 24:40

11M ago24:40

24:40

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including financial services firm Baird making another commitment to downtown Milwaukee. Earlier this year, the firm bought the naming rights for the downtown convention center and this week the company extended its lease at the U.S. Bank building thr…

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Chef Adam Pawlak: Secrets of Reality TV, Why He Stays in Mke, His 24 Minutes of College and More 17:45

11M ago17:45

17:45

Ever wonder what it’s really like to be on a reality TV show? How do you get on, what’s daily life like, and what actually happens when you get kicked off (this will surprise you)? Chef Adam Pawlak shares his story about how after a very brief stint in college he got his start working in Milwaukee restaurants and worked his way up and his big break…

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Tommy G: The Man Behind the Kia Boys Documentary With Over 6 Million Views 34:19

11M ago34:19

34:19

When his Kia Boys documentary was released, Tommy G was only a month away from having to give up his dream of being a full-time YouTuber. Luckily, that video now has over 6.7 million views, and he has amassed a following of over 700k subscribers. That said, Tommy G was far from an overnight success, he was actively posting YouTube videos for years …

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Weekly Debrief: Will the DOT actually tear down 794? 19:54

11M ago19:54

19:54

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including the Wisconsin DOT releasing concept plans for the future of I-794 in downtown Milwaukee. The plans include a range of options from rebuilding the highway to modifying to tearing it down. Insider Story Spotlight Construction begins for train …

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Leadership Lens: Omar Shaikh's journey to business and community leader 42:07

11M ago42:07

42:07

Restaurateur and developer Omar Shaikh joined Marquette president Michael Lovell and BizTimes Media managing editor Arthur Thomas for a live recording of Leadership Lens at BizExpo in early May. Shaikh, a partner in Carnevor and 3rd Street Market Hall and member of various boards, discussed how he decides what to get involved in, becoming an increa…

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Mayor Cavalier Johnson: Tackling Crime, The RNC, and Inspiring Change as Milwaukee's First Black Elected Mayor 38:35

11M ago38:35

38:35

Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Milwaukee's first black-elected mayor, has been busy actively shaping the city since he was elected in April 2022. In this candid conversation, we delve into important topics such as the truth behind dropping crime rates in Milwaukee (though traditional media seems to hide this fact), strategies to attract people to the city…

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Steve Novak & Travis Diener: Untold Stories From the NBA, Marquette’s Final Four Run, a Giveaway, and More 1:02:54

11M ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Two Marquette basketball legends, Steve Novak and Travis Diener, share their journey to Marquette, their unforgettable Final Four run with Dwayne Wade, playing under Tom Crean, their NBA careers, their impactful work with Be The Difference NIL Collective, and much more! Get ready for an engaging and informative episode packed with fan questions. Wh…

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Weekly Debrief: The King Tut experience is coming. Are you going? 15:05

12M ago15:05

15:05

Andrew Weiland and Arthur Thomas from BizTimes Media get together to discuss the news of the week, including the announcement of the King Tut immersive experience coming to the Baird Center, formerly known as the Wisconsin Center, this fall. It is the fourth immersive exhibit to come to the downtown convention center, offering a unique way to bring…

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