Best WUWM 89.7 FM Milwaukee Podcasts (2024)

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

1d ago2:10

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Fifteen public and private-sector Wisconsin partners promise more health care and jobs.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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

3d ago2:55

2:55

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) urged support for President Biden, and many in his audiences seemed ready to give Biden another chance.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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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 WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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

9d ago4:53

4:53

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

2:08

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

10d ago2:56

2:56

Health activists say the tobacco products industry continues to target Black communities.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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

10d ago5:05

5:05

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 WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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

13d ago4:30

4:30

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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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

4:27

As the Republican National Convention approaches, 15 Milwaukee high school students are being trained to welcome the attendees of the national event.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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

20d ago2:32

2:32

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 WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Kletzsch Park fish passage on the Milwaukee River: A promising connection for sturgeon and humans 5:02

22d ago5:02

5:02

The new fish passage in Glendale could help lake sturgeon spawn upstream as they once did, generations ago.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Episode 7: Money talks 29:15

23d ago29:15

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There’s an old adage in political journalism: “Follow the money.” But with super PACs, lobbyists and nonprofits funding campaigns and court cases, where do you start?By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Wisconsin could see more wildfire smoke this summer. How has the state prepared? 4:24

24d ago4:24

4:24

As climate change fuels more wildfires, last year's spate of air quality alerts led state agencies to make changes and build new partnerships in anticipation of more smoky summers.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Wisconsin Democratic convention OKs controversial resolutions on Gaza ceasefire, anti-Semitism 2:41

24d ago2:41

2:41

Jewish groups and representatives are concerned that the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel are not acknowledged.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Wisconsin Democratic delegates have advice for President Biden in his race against Donald Trump 2:38

24d ago2:38

2:38

There was a lot of praise for President Joe Biden at the weekend convention in Milwaukee, but he remains basically tied with Trump. Delegates offer campaign advice to Biden.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Secret Service shares RNC security plans, ACLU files First Amendment lawsuit against city 2:27

27d ago2:27

2:27

The U.S. Secret Service has announced some of its security plans in preparation for the RNC. The American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit against the city regarding protest rights during the event.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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A Fox Point house has a twin in Fort Atkinson — how did that happen? 4:14

27d ago4:14

4:14

Nearly 120 years ago, Theodore Kronshage — who would become Fox Point's first village president — had a home designed above Lake Michigan. Somehow the designs were used to build a house in Fort Atkinson.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Capitol Notes: Wisconsin Democrats mobilize for high stakes races at this year's state convention 14:34

28d ago14:34

14:34

Tune in for a preview of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin's state convention this weekend in Milwaukee from elections to resolutions and everything in between.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Felony charges against Waupun prison staff regarding inmate deaths prompt reaction, debate 4:17

28d ago4:17

4:17

The former warden and eight other correctional staff could face prison time, but a defense attorney argues otherwise.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Episode 6: It's party time 29:00

1M ago29:00

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Party politics dominates, both in Wisconsin and nationally. But what has that meant for our state, and what happens when the Republican party comes to Milwaukee this summer?By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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MPS Superintendent Keith Posley resigns after tension-filled meeting amid financial report controversy 3:05

1M ago3:05

3:05

Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Keith Posley resigned early Tuesday morning, after an hours-long closed-door school board meeting. The board was facing growing calls from the community to fire Posley over late financial reports.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Capitol Notes: Trump's been found guilty. What will it mean to Wisconsin voters? 14:59

1M ago14:59

14:59

It's the 34 convictions heard around the country. Or in some cases, muted. This Capitol Notes discusses what to look for in Wisconsin and national politics.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Beauty, green space & stormwater management: A look at Milwaukee's bioswales 4:30

1M ago4:30

4:30

With the arrival of spring, plants are blooming — in our homes, our parks, and even in the middle of some Milwaukee streets. One WUWM listener wondered about those peculiar sunken gardens in street medians, and "Bubbler Talk" investigates.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Milwaukee Public Museum's zoology curator details bird collection, future museum plans 4:07

1M ago4:07

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At the Milwaukee Public Museum, millions of artifacts that aren’t on display are stored in back-room drawers and cabinets. As part of our series, Behind the Scenes at MPM, we’ll explore the zoology department’s vast bird collection.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Episode 5: Us vs. Them 29:00

1M ago29:00

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Politics in Wisconsin, and in the nation, often boils down to an “us vs. them" mentality. But how did we get here, and what’s keeping politics polarized?By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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The story behind the lone high-rise in Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood 4:30

1M ago4:30

4:30

One Bay View building is not like the others. Bay View Terrace is 25-story condominium surrounded by single family homes.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Amtrak starts new train in Milwaukee, stoking interest in additional service for the state 5:06

1M ago5:06

5:06

The Borealis train has arrived, and rail enthusiasts hope trains to Madison and Green Bay are moving closer.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Perspectives on politics through the prism of the environment 5:02

1M ago5:02

5:02

With the presidential and various state and local elections on the horizon, we hear from Milwaukee area voters who are concerned about environmental challenges and what candidates will do to tackle them. This segment begins a new series we're calling "Politics through the Prism of the Environment."By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Episode 4: Who gets to vote? 29:15

1M ago29:15

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Statewide elections in Wisconsin are regularly close. With it being a presidential election year, the battle over who gets to vote takes center stage.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Wisconsin GOP convention endorses Hovde. But what about the other Republican Senate contenders? 4:22

2M ago4:22

4:22

Delegate's request for Rejani Raveendran to speak is rejected.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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At Republican Party of Wisconsin convention abortion dispute weakens unity effort 3:56

2M ago3:56

3:56

Win elections or fight against all abortions? That's the choice as some see it.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Black leaders, business owners react to Vice President Kamala Harris' message in Milwaukee 2:29

2M ago2:29

2:29

Harris discusses ways to expand economic opportunity for the underserved.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Deciphering the Green Flow, the key to Brady Street's past 3:50

2M ago3:50

3:50

The pictures that line Brady Street are like hieroglyphics, telling the story of the popular street's early history.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Pro-Palestine protesters remove UW-Milwaukee encampment, university faces criticism 3:58

2M ago3:58

3:58

At UW-Milwaukee, leadership and pro-Palestinian protesters came to an agreement to remove an encampment this week. But some staff and Jewish groups have criticized how the university handled the situation.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Capitol Notes: What to expect when you're state GOP convention-ing 17:30

2M ago17:30

17:30

Wisconsin Republicans hope to drum up the base at their state convention in Appleton this weekend. Will it affect infrastructure this big election year? Fundraising? Give insights into GOP priorities ahead of November? JR Ross of WisPolitics.com explains what to look for.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Episode 3: Labor left and right 29:14

2M ago29:14

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Wisconsin has historically led the nation in creating, and limiting, union rights and bargaining power. We explore what that means for the state’s politics and culture.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Majority on Wisconsin Supreme Court raise concerns about ban on absentee ballot drop boxes 2:55

2M ago2:55

2:55

The state's high court holds oral arguments on a case that could bring back the boxes.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Peshtigo's continued journey through PFAS contamination 4:47

2M ago4:47

4:47

Communities around the state are grappling with PFAS contamination, including the Town of Peshtigo. Now residents hope the attention of the Environmental Protection Agency and its recent designation of two of the most studied forever chemicals as “hazardous substances" will lead to solutions for their town.…

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Wisconsin Supreme Court hears whether to allow absentee ballot drop boxes in the state again 2:16

2M ago2:16

2:16

The State Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments Monday morning in a case that attempts to bring absentee ballot drop boxes back to Wisconsin.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Bubbler Talk: The Amtrak train Borealis is coming to the Chicago-Milwaukee-St. Paul corridor 4:59

2M ago4:59

4:59

After years of advocacy by passenger rail groups, the inaugural Amtrak Borealis service is set to launch on May 21, 2024.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Labor leaders, workers hopeful after President Biden and Microsoft announcements in Racine County 4:24

2M ago4:24

4:24

The President of the United States and president of a huge corporation promise investments and jobs in Mount Pleasant and Milwaukee.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Milwaukee's Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit exposes Black kids to careers in medicine 4:30

2M ago4:30

4:30

Milwaukee recently hosted the inaugural Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit. It’s aimed at promoting careers in the medical field for Black youth.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Episode 2: Milwaukee vs. Wisconsin 29:00

2M ago29:00

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Wisconsin, like many states, has a longstanding contentious relationship with its biggest city. Some politicians exploit this, to the detriment of everyone else.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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8th grade boy saves classmates and driver during recent bus emergency 3:21

2M ago3:21

3:21

Fourteen-year-old Acie Holland III saved the lives of 20 students and their bus driver from what could’ve been a terrible accident. The driver was in medical distress, so the 8th grader took the wheel and was able to park the bus safely.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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What happens when an animal at the Milwaukee County Zoo dies? 4:30

2M ago4:30

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Every day, thousands of people visit the Milwaukee County Zoo to see the animals they love — whether it’s the adorable otters, roaring tigers or giant elephants. These animals live their lives on display, but most of us don’t know what happens after they die.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Trump blames immigration for budget cuts in a Wisconsin town. City officials disagree 3:44

2M ago3:44

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Former President Donald Trump says a recent influx of immigrants is to blame for a budget shortfall in a Wisconsin town. City officials have a different take on what's happening.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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Capitol Notes: Protests, fundraising gap result in political headwinds in Wisconsin 10:40

2M ago10:40

10:40

What do protests on Wisconsin campuses mean for Wisconsin Democrats, and how will the state's Republicans deal with a fundraising shortfall? Find out on Capitol Notes.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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