The Lake Effect Spotlight podcast features some of our favorite conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.Learn more about Lake Effect here.
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Lake Effect is your connection to the community. We bring you local conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.This podcast features full episodes of Lake Effect.Learn more about Lake Effect here.
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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
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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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Tuesday 6/18/24: Milwaukee Public Schools problems & Milwaukee Film's Pride Month programming
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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
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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'
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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
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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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Thursday 6/13/24: money in politics, Ukrainian Cultural Forces concert, Milwaukee dads, Bubbler Talk
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We learn about a musical group of Ukrainian soldiers. We explore how money has come to play a major role in shaping court races. We hear from some Milwaukee dads ahead of Father's Day. Plus, we learn why Lake Michigan appears to be different colors.
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A look at Milwaukee's Les Petites BonBons' impact on LGBTQ history and culture
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A little-known group called Les Petites BonBons was formed in the early 1970s in Milwaukee. Its impact on Hollywood's glitter rock scene has gone down in history.By Joy Powers, Rob Larry
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Wednesday 6/12/24: Chrystul Kizer case, Line 5 relocation, Les Petites Bon-Bons
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We examine survivorhood and the case against Chrystul Kizer. We hear reactions to the proposed relocation of the Line 5 Pipeline. We explore the history of Les Petites Bon-Bons.
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Tuesday: Milwaukee population decline, bars & restaurants rebound, trails projects
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We explore why Milwaukee’s population has declined since the pandemic. Then, we look at how Wisconsin’s restaurants and bars are recovering post-pandemic. We learn about a project to connect hundreds of miles of biking and walking trails in southeast Wisconsin.
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Monday on Lake Effect: Delta 8 products, Birth to 3 Program, Milwaukee Artist in Residence, 'Gust'
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We learn about Delta 8 products. We learn about Milwaukee County's Birth to 3 Program. We meet Milwaukee's first Artist is Residence. Plus, tell you about "Gust", a book for young readers that’s all about a wind turbine in Milwaukee.
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A tutoring program in MPS schools makes massive gains for students
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Forward Scholars is a new tutoring program in MPS schools yielding impressive results for students.By Jimmy Gutierrez
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Thursday 6/6/24: two party system, state democratic convention, Forward Scholars, Bubbler Talk
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We explore how our two party system has changed over time. We look ahead to this weekend's state Democratic convention. We learn about a literacy program helping Milwaukee Public Schools kids advance their reading skills. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the journey of a local historic cottage.
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From post-Civil War shows to Trixie Mattel: An exploration of Milwaukee's drag history
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Milwaukee has seen drag performers since the late 1800s, and the city's vast history has helped shape drag across the U.S.By Joy Powers, Rob Larry
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Wednesday 6/5/24: Milwaukee's drag history, Trans Handy Ma'am, periodical cicadas, zombie trees
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We learn about Milwaukee’s long history of drag performance. We talk with home repair TikTok-er Mercury Stardust. We learn about the millions of cicadas emerging from the ground in Wisconsin this summer. Plus, we tell you about the dangers of zombie trees.
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Tuesday 6/4/24: Queer Roots Space, local lesbian history, first openly trans officer, House of History project
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We learn about the mong American Women’s Association's Queer Roots Space. We learn some local lesbian history. We tell you about a projec called House of History, which shares local Black LGBTQ+ history. Plus, we speak with the first openly transgender police officer in Wisconsin.
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Milwaukee Public Museum's zoology curator details bird collection, future museum plans
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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 Eddie Morales
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Monday 6/3/24: Capitol Notes, children's book couple, Bubble Tea, Milwaukee Music Roundup
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We bring the latest Capitol Notes. We meet a husband and wife who collaborate on creating children's books. We learn about the origins of Bubble Tea. Plus, hear new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.
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Asian Enough: Stories from Milwaukee's AAPI diaspora
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May is AAPI Heritage month, but it’s also a time when lots of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders can struggle with identity and their connection to culture.By Jimmy Gutierrez, Lina Tran
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Thursday 5/30/24: Gerrymandering impact, Asian identity, Zoology at Milwaukee Public Museum, Bubbler Talk
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We look at the impact of gerrymandering on polarization. Three Milwaukeeans explore Asian identity. We go behind the scenes at the Milwaukee Public Museum and learn about their collection of birds. Bubbler Talk looks into why there are sunken gardens in some Milwaukee medians.
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We all know Wisconsin as America’s Dairyland, but how much do we actually know about Wisconsin milk? This month’s issue of "Milwaukee Magazine" explores what milk means in Wisconsin's culture.By Joy Powers, Rob Larry
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Wednesday 5/29/24: Milwaukee Rec programming, Dorothy Enderis, Crossroads at Big Creek, Ko-Thi Dance Company
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We learn about Milwaukee Recreation’s summer programming and explore the legacy of Dorothy Enderis — one of the most influential leaders of Milwaukee Rec. We visit the Crossroads at Big Creek nature preserve in Door County. Plus, learn about Ko-Thi Dance Company.
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Tuesday 5/28/23: Crave Brothers Farmstead, Jesus Salas, Cherry Street Garden, bubble tea, Salty Paws
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We speak with local labor leader Jesus Salas about the roots and legacy of the farmworkers movement. We visit one local farm that’s putting waste to good use and take a trip to a community garden in Milwaukee that takes beauty seriously.
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'The goal is always how do we serve underserved Milwaukee:' Heal the Hood founder Ajamou Butler
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Hundreds of people are expected to attend the 12th Annual Heal the Hood Block Party & Resource Fair for food, fun, fellowship and access to local resources.By Teran Powell
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Wednesday 05/22/24: The Bridge Project, politics & environment, Group Chat, Wisconsin dairy
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We learn about The Bridge Project. Then, we explore why environmental issues are so important to some voters. We look at what life is like for two Muslim artists in Milwaukee. Plus, we explore the roots of Wisconsin’s dairy industry.
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Milwaukee's performing arts sector needs to collectively strategize & curb overreliance on philanthropic funds
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Wisconsin ranks 50th in state government support for the arts. A new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum, “Curtain Time,” assesses and responds to Milwaukee’s performing arts fiscal challenges.By Audrey Nowakowski, Rob Larry
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Monday 5/20/24: SDC problems, women's heart health, Chirp Chat, 'Secret Milwaukee'
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We learn about problems the Social Development Commission is facing. We learn about women's heart health. We learn about the raptor program at the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center. Plus, explore a book called Secret Milwaukee.
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How primary care physician shortages are impacting the U.S. and Milwaukee
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The primary care provider (PCP) shortage is prevalent not only in the Milwaukee-area, but nationwide. With PCPs leaving the medical field, it forces clinicians to treat more patients in less time.By Audrey Nowakowski, Rob Larry
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‘Passionate about wildlife:’ Taxidermist who recreated Milwaukee’s gorilla Samson reflects on career
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Many Milwaukeeans are familiar with Samson, the beloved gorilla who died in 1981 at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Wildlife artist and world champion taxidermist, Wendy Christensen, made the popular recreation of Samson that’s on display at the Milwaukee Public Museum.By Xcaret Nuñez
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Thursday 5/16/24: Primary care shortage, Capitol Notes, Bubbler Talk
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How a shortage of primary care providers impacts both patients and doctors. Capitol Notes looks ahead to the Republican state political convention this weekend. This week’s Bubbler Talk explores engravings found along Brady Street in Milwaukee.
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Wisconsin's periodical cicadas are almost here. Here's what to know.
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Southern Wisconsin is home to Brood XIII, one of the two broods of periodical cicadas emerging this summer.By Lina Tran
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Wednesday 5/15/24: university endowments, periodical cicadas, world champion taxidermist
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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.
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