Best WUWM Podcasts (2024)

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$49 million in federal funds coming to Wisconsin for biohealth projects under regional tech hub 2:10

2d ago2:10

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Fifteen public and private-sector Wisconsin partners promise more health care and jobs.By Chuck Quirmbach

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Wednesday 7/3/24: RNC economic impact, McKinley Beach reopens, tick checks, Animal Behavior Program 51:30

16h ago51:30

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We look at the projected economic impact of the RNC in Milwaukee. We learn how Milwaukee County Parks redesigned McKinley Beach to make it safer for swimmers. We look at how UW-Madison researchers are using mannequins to learn how to spot ticks. Plus, learn about Carroll University’s Animal Behavior Program.…

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Episode 10: Live in the Swing State 29:21

22h ago29:21

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For the final episode of this season of "Swing State of the Union," we’re live! We discuss the RNC, Wisconsin’s political trends and life in the swing state of the union.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Tuesday 7/2/24: Sen. Bernie Sanders in Wisconsin, 'Minority Rule', Visit Milwaukee on RNC, beach science 51:30

1d ago51:30

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Sen. Bernie Sanders shares the message he’s been delivering to Wisconsin voters. We explore the recent history of Wisconsin politics and its impact on representation in the state. Visit Milwaukee shares how they’re marketing the city ahead of the RNC. Plus, we learn about the science at the beach.

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Clinical trials have a diversity problem. These researchers are tackling it. 13:41

3d ago13:41

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A recent survey of Advocate Aurora Research Institute's clinical trials showed most participants are white women over the age of 65 — a disparity that could widen gaps in health outcomes.By Lina Tran

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Black voters in SE Wisconsin react to Biden's debate performance, Maryland's governor visits 2:55

3d ago2:55

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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) urged support for President Biden, and many in his audiences seemed ready to give Biden another chance.By Chuck Quirmbach, Maayan Silver

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Monday 7/1/24: evolution & purpose of political conventions, city's RNC hopes, Milwaukee Music Roundup 51:30

3d ago51:30

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We learn what the purpose of a modern political convention is. We learn what Milwaukee’s tourism bureau is hoping to get out of hosting the RNC. We look at how pull tabs came to be a part of Wisconsin bar culture. Plus, hear new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

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The untold history of Milwaukee's Guerrilla Gay Bar 12:12

6d ago12:12

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If you were enjoying Milwaukee’s nightlife 15 years ago you might remember a rowdy group of LBTQ people playfully takeover your bar. That’s when Guerrilla Gay Bar was at its peak.By Jimmy Gutierrez

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Bernie Sanders on tour in Wisconsin — supporting President Biden's reelection 2:43

6d ago2:43

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Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders at a roundtable Thursday in Milwaukee at the ATU 998 hall.By Chuck Quirmbach

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Thursday 6/27/24: political ads, Milwaukee Record & the RNC, Guerrilla Gay Bar, mocktails 51:32

7d ago51:32

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We look at the rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. We speak with one of the co-founders of Milwaukee Record about how they’ll approach covering the RNC. We learn about the Guerrilla Gay Bar. Plus, tell you about the benefits of mocktails.

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Chirp Chat: Wisconsinites share the birds that sparked their interest in birding 11:41

8d ago11:41

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Think back to a time in your life when you saw a bird that piqued your interest and made you want to learn more about birds. That’s your spark bird!For this month’s Chirp Chat, Lake Effect’s Xcaret Nuñez asked listeners to share the moment they discovered their spark bird.By Xcaret Nuñez

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Wednesday 6/26/24: training & retaining corrections officers, trauma-informed health care, summer dining, Family Recipes 51:32

8d ago51:32

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We explore some of the challenges of hiring and retaining corrections officers at Wisconsin prisons. We learn what’s being done to prioritize healing from trauma after an injury caused by violence. We look at some of the best summer dining destinations. Plus, Family Recipes shares a recipe for a traditional Polish holiday pastry.…

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Episode 9: Here we go again 29:15

8d ago29:15

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President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are once again vying for Wisconsin’s 10 electoral votes. Here’s how they’re making their case.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Tuesday 6/25/24: GOP strategy in Wisconsin, HBCU scholarship, Great Circus Parade history, Live at Lake Effect 51:30

9d ago51:30

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A republican strategist shares how the GOP is courting Wisconsin. We tell you about a scholarship that helps Milwaukee students attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities. We look at the history of the Great Circus Parade in Milwaukee. Plus, bring you the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.…

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Northwestern Mutual scholarship helps send Milwaukee graduates to Historically Black Colleges 4:53

9d ago4:53

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Northwestern Mutual recently awarded its second cohort of nine Milwaukee area high school graduates with scholarships to attend Historically Black Colleges & Universities, or HBCUs.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Judge allows disabled voters in Wisconsin to electronically vote from home 2:08

9d ago2:08

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Dane County Circuit Judge Everett Mitchell issued a temporary injunction Tuesday that allows voters who self-certify that they can't read or mark a paper ballot without assistance to request absentee ballots via email for the November presidential election.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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They Might Be Giants' John Flansburgh remembers Milwaukee stage collapse show 12:04

9d ago12:04

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Ahead of They Might Be Giants' Milwaukee shows, John Flansburgh reflects the band's start in the 1980s and the twists and turns along the way.By Joy Powers

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Monday 6/24/24: clinical trial diversity, local government & the environment, Spark Birds, best parks for dogs 51:30

10d ago51:30

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We learn how researchers are trying to improve diversity in clinical trials. We explore how environmental work can be done on the local level. We hear stories from local birders about their Spark Birds. Plus, we explore which Wisconsin parks are best to bring your dog to.

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Milwaukee church holds mock funeral for menthol cigarette, amid concerns about FDA vaping decision 2:56

10d ago2:56

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Health activists say the tobacco products industry continues to target Black communities.By Chuck Quirmbach

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As November election approaches, pipeline debated in northern Wisconsin top of mind for some voters 5:05

10d ago5:05

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Folks living near Lake Superior have their eyes on an issue some fear could damage their regions water-rich ecosystems: the rerouting of a crude oil pipeline.By Susan Bence

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'Group Chat': Local chefs breakdown what 'Top Chef: Wisconsin' got right and wrong 17:03

13d ago17:03

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Three renowned chefs from across the state talk about what "Top Chef," the competitive cooking show, got right and wrong, as it filmed this season all across Wisconsin.By Jimmy Gutierrez

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What happened to the Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear in Milwaukee? 4:30

13d ago4:30

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Bubbler Talk question asker Susan Armour Seidman wants to know: What happened to the Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear in Milwaukee?By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Thursday 6/20/24: gun laws, 2020 presidential election, Group Chat on Top Chef, best state parks, Bubbler Talk 51:31

14d ago51:31

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We look at the state’s gun laws. We look back on the 2020 presidential election. Local chefs react to this season of Top Chef. We share some state park recommendations and Bubbler Talk explores what happened to the Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear.

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What to know about the fallout at MPS 12:34

15d ago12:34

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Digging deeper into what led up to the problems at MPS and what’s gone wrong with their finances.By Jimmy Gutierrez, Rob Larry

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Wednesday on Lake Effect: Eviction Free MKE, Fathers Making Progress, 'Markie in Milwaukee', They Might Be Giants 51:32

15d ago51:32

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We learn about Eviction Free MKE, a program that helps people facing eviction. We look at the organization, Fathers Making Progress. We hear from the filmmaker of Markie in Milwaukee. Plus, we speak with one half of the alt-rock duo, They Might Be Giants.

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Episode 8: 2020 29:15

15d ago29:15

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The 2020 election may go down as one of the most contentious elections in U.S. history. We explore how that happened.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Milwaukee high school students prepare to welcome RNC attendees as city ambassadors 4:27

16d ago4:27

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As the Republican National Convention approaches, 15 Milwaukee high school students are being trained to welcome the attendees of the national event.By Nadya Kelly

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Tuesday 6/18/24: Milwaukee Public Schools problems & Milwaukee Film's Pride Month programming 51:30

16d ago51:30

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we explore the issues Milwaukee Public Schools is facing. Plus, tell you about Milwaukee Film’s Pride Month programming happening this weekend.

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Black Music Month Celebrates 45 years. 'Black music is uncatchable:' Noelle Taylor 10:17

17d ago10:17

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The month of June commemorates Black music's impact in this country and around the world, from musical genres to instruments and lyrics.By Teran Powell

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Monday 6/17/24: GOP outreach in Milwaukee, Black Music Month, Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center, 'Richland' 51:30

17d ago51:30

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We hear from Milwaukee’s Chairman of the Republican Party. We speak with someone from the National Museum of African American Music about Black Music Month. Wandering Wisconsin helps you plan a trip to Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center.

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Meet the men who are making a better Milwaukee 17:46

20d ago17:46

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This Father's Day we wanted to recognize men who are making a difference in our city. But instead of the typical ideals of fatherhood, we asked you who are the stewards and caretakers of our city's people, places and land.By Jimmy Gutierrez

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MPS board approves $1.5 billion proposed budget, corrective action plan during financial crisis 2:32

20d ago2:32

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The Milwaukee School Board approved a corrective action plan and a $1.5 billion proposed budget for next school year at a special board meeting Thursday.By Eddie Morales

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