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Among auspicious April events in rock 'n' roll history, April 13, 1983, is the date that Violent Femmes released their beloved, eponymous first album and gifted the world with Blister in the Sun, Add It Up, Gone Daddy Gone, and other instant classics. The album has ascended to the status of "generational hand-me-down" according to Violent Femmes founding member and our fellow Milwaukeean, Brian Ritchie. April 5, 1994 is the date that Nirvana's Kurt Cobain passed away. Both topics loom large in this conversation with Brian. Watch our VIDEO where Brian describes how Nirvana was selected to open for Violent Femmes in Austalia, and Kurt's ragged state of mind even in those early days. WATCH HERE: https://youtube.com/shorts/usGs3M3atlY Plus the Femmes are touring this year, so what better time re-share Brian's stories about his band living through every scene in This Is Spinal Tap in real life; their big break being discovered by The Pretenders while sidewalk busking in Milwaukee; and his 3-word secret to success..."Just keep going." The Femmes are on IG: @officialviolentfemmes --- ***http://distrokid.com/vip/tmep*** Too Much Effing Perspective is grateful to be sponsored by DISTROKID - the best way for Musicians, Songwriters, Producers, DJs to get their original music into Spotify, Apple, TikTok, and all the major platforms. Get the VIP treatment that you and your music deserve AND get 30% OFF your first year subscription to DISTROKID at this special link. ***http://distrokid.com/vip/tmep*** --- Get in touch with Too Much Effing Perspective Contact us: hello@tmepshow.com Website: https://tmepshow.com Social: @tmepshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this month's episode of Well Wisconsin Radio, ‘Living a Fulfilling Life'. We sit down with three Milwaukeeans, Ambrose Wilson-Brown, Marquayla Ellison, and Carmen Pitre, who have found their calling through the communities they are a part of, the service work they do, and their careers. We discuss how they discovered avenues to these parts of their life and ways others might find paths to a more fulfilling life for themselves.  Ellastic Designs MiSpiBo Fitness Social X Milwaukee Sojourner Family Peace  UN Declaration of Human Rights Project LEAD- United Way Sign up for MeQ at www.webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsin and complete a short questionnaire to begin your personalized experience. Talk to a WebMD health coach individually or sign up for group coaching today by calling 800-821-6591 The information in this podcast does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It should not be used as a substitution for healthcare from a licensed healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare provider for individualized treatment or before beginning any new program. 

We hear from people who support pregnant people of color and learn why support is necessary. Milwaukeeans honored with Unity Awards. What sitting all day does to our bodies. Live at Lake Effect features Milwaukee's own Buffalo Nichols.

The historical and modern policies undermining Black homeownership. How the economy in Wisconsin's Northwoods is being impacted by changing winters. Training marginalized Milwaukeeans in the construction trades.

DP and PC run down a plethora of topics from RAW and SmackDown as we head towards the Royal Rumble. But first, we discuss the brand new partnership between WWE and TNA. What does it mean moving forward and how will this benefit NXT? Sadley, we lost a living legend and WWE HOFer in Bob Uecker, we discuss his impact on us as native Milwaukeeans.@PhenomenalAJB @itsmedpp @PCTunney @podcastDWI @ChairshotMediaprowrestlingtees.com/TheChairshot - a PLETHORA of GREAT designs...MAKES A GREAT GIFT!About Chairshot Radio NetworkLaunched in 2017, the Chairshot Radio Network presents you with the best in sports, entertainment, and sports entertainment. Wrestling and wrestling crossover podcasts + the most interesting content + the most engaging hosts = the most entertaining podcasts you'll find! MONDAY - Bandwagon Nerds (entertainment & popular culture)TUESDAY - Musical Chairs (music) / Hockey Talk (NHL)WEDNESDAY - The Greg DeMarco Show (wrestling) THURSDAY - Keeping the news ridiculous... The Oddity / Chairshot NFL (NFL)FRIDAY - DWI Podcast (Drunk Wrestling Intellect)SATURDAY - The Mindless Wrestling PodcastSUNDAY - The Front and Center Sports Podcast CHAIRSHOT RADIO NETWORK PODCAST SPECIALSAttitude Of Aggression Podcast & The Big Five Project (chronologically exploring WWE's PPV/PLE history)TheChairshot.com PRESENTS...IMMEDIATE POST WWE PLE REACTIONS w/ DJ(Mindless), Tunney(DWI) & FriendsPatrick O'Dowd's 5X5Classic POD is WAR Chairshot Radio NetworkYour home for the hardest hitting podcasts... Sports, Entertainment and Sports Entertainment!All Shows On DemandListen on your favorite platform!iTunes | iHeart Radio | Google Play | SpotifyListen, like, subscribe, and share!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chairshot-radio-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Domes Reimagined Project and what updates are coming to the horticultural hub. A Milwaukeean who created a surfboard made entirely of eco-friendly materials. How pull tabs ended up in so many Wisconsin bars.

What began as a collaboration over food between Congregation Sinai and the Turkish-American Society of Wisconsin has evolved into a six-week exploration of three religions.

12-hundred raging Santas. That's the Santa Rampage that's happening next weekend and friend of the show Lori Nickel will be in full Santa regalia celebrating the event. She talks about the organizational effort, the problems it causes for Milwaukeeans, and of course its on the same day as Marquette / Badgers basketball game at Fiserv Forum.

Hundreds gathered last week for the city's first public meeting on how Milwaukee officials plan to redesign North Water Street.

In this episode, Steve and Adam talk with friend of the show Rick Czaplewski - cancer survivor, author, speaker, and dedicated Milwaukeean. Here are a few highlights: Rick, a two-time cancer survivor, wrote an award-winning book called "Better Dirty Than Done" about his experience with cancer, which has led to speaking opportunities to inspire others. Diagnosed with cancer as a freshman in college, Rick initially went through treatment alone, not wanting to be known as "the cancer guy" on campus. With powerful analogies, like being denied entry to a baseball game, Rick helps people understand the experience of cancer diagnosis and survivorship. We take this conversation seriously, while also having some great laughs with Rick. Experience Milwaukee is generously presented by Nicolet Law. Wanna meet some Milwaukee Legends? Check out the series in our stream, sponsored by Harley-Davidson. Our home studio is in Transfer Pizzeria Café. Our official beer partner is New Barons Brewing Cooperative. And our official THC beverage partner is Crescent9 Seltzers. Intro and outro music provided by Milwaukee's own NEWSKI. Finally, get in on our weekly Monday Milwaukee experience giveaways at TextMKE.com. Thanks for listening. Love you, Milwaukee

A group chat with young Milwaukeeans about mental health, safety and wisdom. The president of MIAD approaches ten years of leadership. What's in Milwaukee Recreation's fall activity guide.

Monday, July 22, was Climate Emergency Day. Young people joined a chorus of people in cities around the world — calling for climate action. That includes a group that gathered in Madison, Wisconsin.

Gen Z voters are leaning Republican. At the Republican National Convention, some leaders are trying to recruit more young people. Milwaukeeans who aren't attending the RNC have faced traffic snarls and disruptions. Culver's turns 40. And our team at the convention gives us the highlights of their reporting.

The Republican National Convention kicks off today in Milwaukee, just two days after former President Donald Trump was injured in an assassination attempt. We'll hear about what organizers, participants and Milwaukeeans are thinking. Milwaukee police have recommended felony charges in the case of a man who died while being detained by security guards at the Hyatt Regency hotel. A faculty committee at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has recommended firing former chancellor Joe Gow. And a set of policy plans for Trump's second term has become an issue in the 2024 election. Republicans say talk of "Project 2025" is overblown.

We have a special edition of Wisconsin Life celebrating another special day in the state…the start of this year's final weekend of Summerfest. But while it may be the biggest, it isn't Milwaukee's first lakefront music festival. Historian John Gurda tells us about the unique celebration that entertained Milwaukeeans in the 1930s

There was a lot of excitement yesterday. Parts of the country experienced a spectacular solar eclipse, and although Milwaukee wasn't a prime location, plenty of people reveled in the experience.

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.

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.

In this week's episode, host and NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan speaks with Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson. Mayor Johnson was drawn to public service at a very young age while participating in a YMCA pre-college and service program for low-income youth in Milwaukee public schools. Now, he's making history as the city's first elected Black mayor, bringing his diverse perspective and his experiences as a lifelong Milwaukeean to his decision-making and leadership. Since taking office in 2021, Mayor Johnson has prioritized public safety and championed meaningful opportunities for the youth in his community. Debbie and Mayor Johnson discuss how federal investments from the Biden-Harris administration during the COVID-19 pandemic have allowed him to invest in housing and workforce development initiatives, and how he has prioritized attracting and retaining talent. Tune in to learn about Johnson's thoughts on how to best influence swing voters in Wisconsin and his vision for Milwaukee's future.   [01:03] Introducing Mayor Cavalier Johnson. [02:26] His early interest in politics in elementary school, falling in love with service, and observing the events of 9/11.  [05:46] Mayor Johnson's overarching goal of building a safer city. [07:02] Mentorship and youth service organizations in Milwaukee. [09:25] Declaring reckless driving as a public health emergency in the city of Milwaukee. [12:03] How Mayor Johnson has been able to leverage federal funding from the Biden-Harris administration to uplift his community.  [15:24] What is necessary for Democrats to be successful in Wisconsin.  [18:12] Ideas for how young people in Milwaukee and Wisconsin can hear stories of Democratic success. [20:12] How Mayor Johnson's lived experience influences his leadership. [24:10] His choice to spend a lot of time in schools across Milwaukee. [27:10] A vision for Milwaukee's next 178 years after celebrating its 178th birthday.  

Hey, everyone, it's Steve. Welcome to episode one of our brand new Milwaukee Legends Series, presented by the one and only iconic Harley-Davidson, a committed partner not only to this podcast, but to our local and global communities. The Milwaukee Legend Series is presented in partnership with Harley-Davidson and their 2024 Homecoming Celebration happening July 25–28. Learn more at Harley-Davidson.com! Look, I am a Milwaukeean to my core. I care deeply about how people experience my city. Which is why this episode is so important to me. It's a conversation with Wisconsin Center District President and CEO, Marty Brooks. Let me be clear: I had heard a variety of things about Marty before meeting him for the first time when we sat down to do this recording. As we know, nothing compares to sitting down with someone and getting to know them. What inspired Marty to move to Milwaukee to lead the Wisconsin Center District? What were the key first steps he took to address the expansion of the now Baird Center? How does he take time away from work to experience Milwaukee? And, what was my biggest surprise in how this conversation went? All this and more in a passionate discussion about working together to make Milwaukee the best it can be. Experience Milwaukee has its home studio in Transfer Pizzeria Cafe. Our official beer partner is New Barons Brewing Cooperative. Get the inside scoop about what's happening in and around the city with our FREE daily text at TextMKE.com. Thanks for listening. Love you, Milwaukee.

We've had a fairly tepid winter in Wisconsin, but that hasn't stopped Milwaukeeans from hailing their favorite frosty sounds.

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.

Sherwin explains how the Fiserv Forum is actually way more beneficial to the economics in the city of Milwaukee and how that money can improve a lot of local systems. He further discusses the impending 2% sales tax and the lack of wages Milwaukeeans are currently facing. He later shares his thoughts on the Simone Biles controversary with her husband's remarks on a podcast.

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.

From ranking superheroes to debating whether or not they're going to Heaven, no topic is off limits for Patrick Johnson II and Mike Esibou. As fellow Milwaukeean podcasters, Pat and Mike dive into current events, take calls from fans, and shoot the breeze on their weekly show the Crash Dummies Podcast. This week on the Cripescast however, they go on tangent after tangent with Charlie and discuss everything from train conductors, to email scams, to the legality of marrying cousins in the US. Pat and Mike share the story of how Crash Dummies came to be, their insights on social media clips, and memories from their childhood, including Mike's 3-year stint in Nigerian boarding school.   Be sure to check out The Crash Dummies Podcast on all podcasting platforms. Follow @crashdummiespodcast, @pjohnsonjr_ and @mike.esiobu on all platforms.  Check us out on all platforms as well @cripescast @charlieberens and @manitwoocminute and for all things podcast related head to cripescast.com and go to patreon.com/charlieberens for exclusive content.

The animal world makes Milwaukeeans' ears perk up. It's the sounds of sandhill cranes overhead, birds in a tree and a special horse at the zoo.

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.

Some would say that storytelling is what makes us human. In this episode, we are going to hear some great stories.  We are heading to Oak Hill Correctional Facility, where the University of Wisconsin Odyssey Beyond Bars Project offers storytelling workshops each semester for incarcerated students who are in the English 101 course. This is UW-Madison's first face-to-face credit-bearing course inside any Wisconsin state prison since 1917. We will hear from Peter Moreno, the founder and Director of the program, Kevin Mullen, who designed the curriculum and teaches the course, and Mark Español, a former student. And, we get to hear the story Mark told at the English 101 graduation inside Oak Hill!Find episode extras, resources, and more information about Odyssey Beyond Bars and our guests on our website.Voices in the episode:Mark Español is a DJ, artist, and barber currently living in Madison, after serving 9 years in prison. He is an alumnus of the University of Wisconsin Odyssey Project and Odyssey Beyond Bars.  Kevin Mullen is an Assistant Professor of Continuing Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the Director of Adult Education for the UW Odyssey Project. Kevin's academic work focuses on expanding access to higher education for low-income adult students from marginalized communities. In addition to the core Odyssey class, he teaches English 100 (Introduction to College Writing) courses for Odyssey alumni and incarcerated students in the Odyssey Beyond Bars program. Nothing makes him happier than seeing people pick up the mic and use their voices to impact the world around them.Peter Moreno is the Director of Odyssey Beyond Bars Director. He is an attorney and former clinical law professor at the University of Wisconsin and University of Washington, where he represented incarcerated clients in wrongful conviction cases.  He created the Odyssey Beyond Bars credit-bearing course program in 2018 and is thrilled to introduce students in prison to the transformative power of Odyssey courses.Dasha Kelly Hamilton is a writer, performance artist and creative change agent. She applies the creative process to facilitate dialogues around human and social wellness. She is the author of novels, poetry collections, spoken word albums, and a touring production called Makin' Cake. She was Poet Laureate for both the City of Milwaukee and the State of Wisconsin. Her A Line Meant project is a statewide poetry exchange for traditional Wisconsin residents and residents of Wisconsin prisons.Adam Carr is a storyteller, artist, filmmaker, radio producer, urban explorer, community organizer and historian. He is also a lifelong Milwaukeean and works at the intersection of community and communication. He helped organize events to acknowledge the 50th anniversary of the open housing marches in Milwaukee and is the author of “Explore MKE: Your Neighborhood, Our City,” a children's book made in collaboration with third graders. He works for the Milwaukee Parks Foundation as the Director of Strategic Partnerships.

In the first episode of Human Powered 'Humanity Unlocked,' we are stepping out with the remarkable and singular Dasha Kelly Hamilton. Dasha wields words to make magic happen, whether on stage herself, in writing sessions like Prose & Cons, or while chatting with co-host and public historian Adam Carr. We'll drop into one of her workshops and talk with Josh and Fontaine, both students and writers who have responded to Dasha's challenge to find courage in their own unique relationship with words. The result is poetry like you've never heard before. Dasha says that most of the people who meet her didn't know what they were getting into, so get ready. This is going to be good!Find episode extras, to listen to poetry, and to learn more about our guests on our website!Voices in this episode:Dasha Kelly Hamilton is a writer, performance artist and creative change agent. She applies the creative process to facilitate dialogues around human and social wellness. She is the author of novels, poetry collections, spoken word albums, and a touring production called Makin' Cake. She was Poet Laureate for both the City of Milwaukee and the State of Wisconsin. Her A Line Meant project is a statewide poetry exchange for traditional Wisconsin residents and residents of Wisconsin prisons.Adam Carr is a storyteller, artist, filmmaker, radio producer, urban explorer, community organizer and historian. He is also a lifelong Milwaukeean and works at the intersection of community and communication. He helped organize events to acknowledge the 50th anniversary of the open housing marches in Milwaukee and is the author of “Explore MKE: Your Neighborhood, Our City,” a children's book made in collaboration with third graders. He works for the Milwaukee Parks Foundation as the Director of Strategic Partnerships.Josh Wells is a poet and spoken word artist, a guitarist, a singer, and a songwriter,  and self-proclaimed "incurable coffee snob with eclectic music obsessions and a passion for great art of all kinds."  While he was in the Wisconsin prison system, he was part of Prose & Cons, a writing group led by Dasha Kelly Hamilton. Prose & Cons uses both written and spoken verse to restore voice to people who have been rendered voiceless.Additional poetry and conversation with Fontaine Baker, Adron Lane, Caliph Muab'El, Servant Ventae Parrow Bey, and Jeffrey Bodine.

Started in 1887 by three well-known convicts, The Prison Mirror is often considered the best prison newspaper in the United States. But it is just one of many. In the 1980s, Robert Taliaferro was a writer and editor for The Mirror, as it was called in those days. Shannon Ross is a writer who started The Community in 2014 when he was in prison. The newsletter, which he still edits today, reaches half of Wisconsin's prison population. With hosts Adam Carr and Dasha Kelly Hamilton, Robert and Shannon come together to talk shop. We hear from them about why their work centers human-interest stories from people who are incarcerated and what we can learn from those who have an inside perspective. Find episode extras, resources, and more information about prison newspapers and our guests on our website.Voices in this episode:Shannon Ross is the founder and Executive Director of The Community and the Correcting the Narrative Campaign, which uses story-telling to promote acceptance of people with criminal records. Shannon was born and raised on Milwaukee's north side, where he received a 17-year prison sentence when he was 19 years old. Over the course of his incarceration, he acquired his bachelor's degree, created and ran a mental health program in the prison for 2 years that still exists, and published his own and others' writing. Since his release in 2020, he helped to found Paradigm Shyft, is an Education Trust fellow, a Marquette University EPP fellow, and a graduate of the Masters in Sustainable Peacebuilding program at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.Robert Taliaferro is a working journalist, graphic artist, and community activist currently living in Minnesota, after serving over 38 years of confinement. He edited The Prison Mirror newspaper at the Minnesota Correctional Institution at Stillwater from 1985-1989. His work is published in News and Letters Committees and he is the author of Always Color Outside the Lines: Freedom for the Artist Within (2018). He recently graduated from Metro State University in St Paul, MN where he was the Outstanding Student Award recipient for the College of Individualized Studies and also gave the Commencement address. He is beginning a graduate degree program in the fall and will be studying Urban Developmental Initiatives and Adult Education.Dasha Kelly Hamilton is a writer, performance artist and creative change agent. She applies the creative process to facilitate dialogues around human and social wellness. She is the author of novels, poetry collections, spoken word albums, and a touring production called Makin' Cake. She was Poet Laureate for both the City of Milwaukee and the State of Wisconsin. Her A Line Meant project is a statewide poetry exchange for traditional Wisconsin residents and residents of Wisconsin prisons.Adam Carr is a storyteller, artist, filmmaker, radio producer, urban explorer, community organizer and historian. He is also a lifelong Milwaukeean and works at the intersection of community and communication. He helped organize events to acknowledge the 50th anniversary of the open housing marches in Milwaukee and is the author of “Explore MKE: Your Neighborhood, Our City,” a children's book made in collaboration with third graders. He works for the Milwaukee Parks Foundation as the Director of Strategic Partnerships.

In this powerful episode, Teig Whaley-Smith, chief alliance executive of the Community Development Alliance (CDA), unveils his mission to advance racial equity by providing quality, affordable homeownership for Black and Latino Milwaukeeans. Join us as we delve into his data-driven approach and collaborative strategies that are reshaping the city's housing landscape.Whaley-Smith's passion for making Milwaukee the best place on planet earth stems from his upbringing in a multiracial family and sense of urgency around fighting for housing issues out of what he calls “love, and not white guilt.”Tune in to learn more about how the CDA is uniting diverse stakeholders, combating predatory landlord practices and empowering homebuyers with down payment assistance.Episode Highlights:10:19 - What's really important in a planning process is that you do talk to people to get their stories as a form of data and that qualitative data, and then also matching that with the quantitative data that is out there. So, we use a process called GARE, the Government Alliance on Race and Equity to develop our plan, and they have a tool that prompts you to ask some really important questions because the reality is there's no such thing as a racially neutral policy.14:29 - There was a sense that we should be building 1500-square foot homes because that's what's being built in the suburbs and otherwise. If you actually talked with residents, they just want a stable place to live that they can call their own. It turns out that the average home in city in Milwaukee is a thousand square feet. If we continue to develop strategies that are building houses that are too big and too expensive, we will never have an impact on racial equity. 23:22 - In the racial equity world, those terms actually mean something different because an ally is somebody that supports you and supports your ideas in theory, as long as it doesn't cost them anything. An accomplice is when you are willing to put something on the line to say, "I'm willing to give something up to do something that you've asked me to do."Connect with Becky Dubin JenkinsLinkedInConnect with Teig Whaley-SmithLinkedInGuest Bio:Teig Whaley-Smith's spassion is building and leading collaborative teams to make Milwaukee the best place on planet earth. He believes that for Milwaukee to achieve its full potential, there needs to be a focus on the people and neighborhoods that have been left out of the larger political, social, and economic systems. Whaley-Smith was raised and continues to live in the Sherman Park neighborhood and is a proud Milwaukee Public Schools alumnus and parent.In 2022, Whaley-Smith was named the Chief Alliance Executive for the Community Development Alliance (CDA). CDA is an affiliation of community development funders and practitioner in the Milwaukee Area that led Milwaukee's first Collective Affordable Housing Plan, with the goal of advancing racial equity by providing a quality affordable home for every Milwaukeean. The plan lays out a transformative road map to support 32,000 new Black and Latino homeowners, and 32,000 homes for families making less than $15 per hour. CDA continues to successfully bring together funders and partners to implement the innovative approaches within the plan. Prior to joining CDA, Whaley-Smith served as the chief operating officer of Milwaukee County where he managed a $1.2 billion annual budget, serving one million residents. He supported the expansion of mental health services, the...

The arts. Sports. Oftentimes, they are thought of as in opposition to each other, but the pursuit of arts and sports have a lot of overlap. One remarkable local "artist" in the field of soccer and coaching was the late Jimmy Banks. Banks was a trailblazing Milwaukeean who was discovered in his young teens, playing pick-up soccer outside the Westlawn housing project where he grew up. He went on to play professionally for the Milwaukee Wave, and then for the U.S. Men's Soccer team—where he was a starting player in the 1990 World Cup. His ascendant career was followed by a whole other career—as a leader, coach, and mentor in the Milwaukee community to young players of diverse backgrounds, including the MSOE Men's soccer team and leading the Simba Soccer Club. Banks passed away in 2019, but his impactful legacy lives on. To commemorate his work, values, and spirit, Milwaukee Public School's Custer Stadium, where he played as a school kid, has been renamed the Jimmy Banks Memorial Stadium. Now, a mural celebrating Jimmy Banks will be added to the facility. Community artist, Tia Richardson, who will be leading the artistic arm of the project, and Banks' son Jordan Banks—who is himself a soccer player, coach, and educator—joined Elisabeth for a conversation about the mural project, which is seeking support. In the conversation, they speak about the importance of representation for young Black kids growing up in Milwaukee, youth development, and the value of creativity, public art, and the many rich connections that exist between art making and sports—which both foster self-exploration, collaboration, relationship-building, and skill development. Richardson and Banks hope that the spirit of the mural will inspire youth who play on the Jimmy Banks Memorial Stadium field for generations will see the mural, think of Banks and what he accomplished, and expand their own concepts of themselves and the positive impact they can have within their communities. You can support the work and learn more at Friends of Jimmy Banks Memorial Stadium's website. Check out Tia Richardson's artwork and follow her on Instagram at Cosmic Butterfly Design. Jimmy BanksAbout Jimmy Banks Memorial Stadium Pelé Al Jarreau Jordan Banks' Peak of Artful Soccer—World Cup Final 2022 Lil Kickers Milwaukee Milwaukee Simbas Sports Club

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 Milwaukee, “begging” to spin on a random weeknight. In fact, Shawna didn't even get into DJing until she had to stop playing basketball (she played for UW-Madison and professionally overseas). So, how did all of this happen? Listen to this week's episode to find out and get inspired by one of our most beloved Milwaukeeans, DJ Shawna.Sponsored by Central Standard Distillery: https://thecentralstandard.com/ Produced by Story Mark Studios: https://storymarkstudios.io/ Media partner – OnMilwaukee: https://onmilwaukee.com/ 

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.

Milwaukee Pride + Cross-Culturalization w/ John Riepenhoff Artist, gallerist, and curator John Riepenhoff has built an art world enterprise over the last two decades and change. Throughout his career, he has been representing Milwaukee on a global stage-- a responsibility that he takes deep pride in. Fueled by a belief in how special Milwaukee culture is, Riepenhoff has represented Milwaukee through professional art opportunities in Tokyo, London, Basel and beyond. As a young artist, he was originally inspired to open a gallery in order to platform the talent of his community and create more opportunities for local artists. His practices grew from problem solving, saying yes to opportunities, and in the process, he's increased access to art for the public and built spaces for artists to intentionally connect and exchange ideas, often across cultures and nationalities. In the conversation, Riepenhoff discusses the unique qualities of the Milwaukee art scene that he has helped to build and shape. Despite Milwaukee artists enjoying the freedom of creating in a place that's not driven by the same art market as places like New York, Milwaukee artists are still driven by a desire to be in conversation with international cities. “In a void of asks of artists, there can be a really creative output that's not fulfilling the needs of client, market or grants. There's value in artists not solving problems but discovering or making problems,” said Riepenhoff. Riepenhoff discusses his recent curatorial work through Sculpture Milwaukee, now in its seventh year, which highlighted for him just how much the Milwaukee community seems to value the presence of public art. The exhibition entitled “Actual Fractals: Act I” is a reflection of the diverse voices of the artists, and, at the same time, a nod to patterning, and ways of thinking of universal subjects at different scales. Other sources of inspiration for Riepenhoff include the culinary arts, the natural world, sensory stimulation, and “ephemeral experiences that bring us together.” Through his work, he's been a steady advocate and architect of a diverse range of artistic projects, and in the process has elevated many Milwaukeeans, as well as Milwaukee's reputation worldwide as a special cultural hub. John RiepenhoffThe Green Gallery Nicholas Frank Milwaukeeists Milwaukee International Art Fair (2008) Sculpture Milwaukee Pao Houa Her

This week's Capitol Notes looks at taxes: Milwaukee's vote to raise sales taxes and Evers' actions on GOP tax breaks for the wealthy in the 2023-2025 budget. How will this affect Milwaukeeans and what can we expect going forward?

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.

This week, Elisabeth spoke with Jazmine Holifield, a multi-hypenate Milwaukee creative who is a creative director within her own company, and also works at the Operations Coordinator at Imagine MKE. Holifield is one-half of C&B Creative, a local creative consulting company, which she founded in 2012 with longtime friend and business partner, Kayla Green. Together, they produce creative arts events, support dozens of artists and creatives (local and across the country) and provide several services such as creative brand consulting, set design and staging, event planning, project management, and more. As Operations Coordinator for Imagine MKE, she's been leading on Imagine's Arts and Economic Prosperity Study from Americans for the Arts, and also spearheads programs and events for IMKE. Jazmine Holifield was born and raised in Milwaukee. After a few years living in Dallas and Los Angeles, she returned home to Milwaukee three years ago during the pandemic, and was pleasantly surprised the find herself back in the midst of a creative community that had been building momentum since she left six year prior— stumbling into what she calls “Milwaukee's creative renaissance.” Holifield is motivated by bringing a sense of purpose to her role inside and outside of Imagine MKE, with the hopes of encouraging and supporting other creatives on their journeys. She also values the reflections from the Milwaukee creatives she works alongside, who have been building since she started her C&B Creative Brand. Finding herself today in more of a mentorship role, Holifield is encouraged by seeing the growth she's seen in her fellow creatives, and is also motivated to keep going on her own journey by seeing the impact she's had within the ecosystem in Milwaukee's creative sector. She shares words of wisdom for Milwaukee creatives who are just getting started-- urging them to "start where they are."“There's so many different shades of greatness, here.” says Holifield. In the future, she wishes to see Milwaukee's diverse creative scene flourish. If that were to happen, to her it would mean more color, more public art, more collaboration. A place that is more outwardly artistic, with a central arts district, where laughter is abundant and the culture can be a refuge from challenges and "the news". A place where artists and art are valued and respected at all levels. Holifield also hopes that when this new creative day dawns, that the professional creative opportunities that arise here will first and foremost be abundant for the native Milwaukeeans who created the conditions for flourishing with their talenta and persistance.C&B Creative High Rollers Club Jade Charon's “Gold” Liv DJ Gemini Gilly TRP (The Roses Prevail)The Brick Layers Club Jungle Gems Transitional song is an excerpt from

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.

In this episode of Creative MKE, Elisabeth speaks with Brit Nicole, the poet behind the poem “Chosen” which is at the center of this year's 414 Day Video. Nicole describes herself as a "spoken word artist, community healer, performer, musician, and facilitator based out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin." In their wide-ranging discussion, Nicole reflects on her own "purpose living" and journey as an artist — from her early days within her college community's art scene — to acting as a facilitator of events within the Milwaukee community. In the conversation, Nicole reflects on the experience of writing “Chosen,” — how the poem almost seemed to write itself, and was a natural continuation of conversations that she's been having with artistic cohorts in Milwaukee for some time. In an awesome moment of synchronicity, she shares that she finished writing the first draft of the poem and looked at the clock to see that it was at 4:14 a.m. Nicole drops many pearls of wisdom while reflecting on her creative journey and experiences of community cultivation, including sharing her belief that the things that are meant for you won't pass you by if you remain authentic, her notion of operating as a “human ice breaker” — and going out of her way to cultivate comfort and a sense of belonging for others who are stepping into the world of performance and sharing their gifts. In her day job at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, Nicole also acts as a facilitator of creative growth and self-actualization through arts experiences for the young Milwaukeeans who study and practice music and theatre there. Throughout the conversation, Nicole speaks about how artists can tend to their own "light," support one another and find a way to shine, and sustain and support their work. She reflects on how Milwaukee creatives need to and deserve to value themselves more – remembering that they are assets to this community in a myriad of ways. Follow Brit Nicole on Facebook and Instagram, or email her at: britnicolethepoet@gmail.comMoods, Melanin, and Magic: A ManifestoNocturnal ButterflyPoetry UNplugged Blu Haz3Lyrical Sanctuary Dasha Kelly Hamilton Def Poetry Jam Still Waters Collective and PENtasticMilwaukee Opera Theatre Public Allies Nile X Nile

This episode is part of our Work in MKE series where we showcase the dynamic culture of companies in greater Milwaukee. This show features a one-on-one interview with Northwestern Mutual's Chief Communications Officer, Joe Mandacina. Steve was lucky enough to get invited to the top of Northwestern Mutual's tower for a beautiful view and even better conversation with Joe. During the chat, Joe and Steve explored Joe's professional journey to Northwestern Mutual and Milwaukee. They also talked about the new tower that Northwestern Mutual is building and its impact on Milwaukee and Milwaukeeans. Why is a new building at this time significant for Milwaukee businesses and residents? What about Northwestern Mutual employees? For NM itself to attract and retain talent? What was Joe's biggest learning as he led this announcement? Finally, what excites Joe about the next horizon at NM? These are just a few of the things they talked about during this informative and fun episode. If you'd like to join Steve on a Work in MKE episode, you can get in touch at ExperienceMilwaukee.com. Thanks for listening. Love you, Milwaukee.

Kevin Newell, founder of Royal Capital, shares how his life's work is committed to building the urban core through the lens of social responsibility. Newell's passion for business led him to explore the potential of public-private partnerships after graduating from the prestigious Associates in Real Estate (ACRE) program at Marquette University. Royal Capital invests in affordable housing, health care and education, and Newell is particularly proud of his company's work with ThriveOn King, a 455,000-square-foot, place-based investment that will bring economic and social benefit to communities of color disproportionately affected by disparities.Newell is a proud Milwaukeean and shares his insights on entrepreneurship and leadership during this can't-miss episode.Episode Highlights11:59 - In order for me to keep my engine going, once you get to the point of financial success, you're going to need other things to kind of keep you motivated. And in order for me to not go down and spend my time in South Beach and stick my time here in Wisconsin, it's got to be tied to something bigger than financial reward. And social responsibility is that engine for me, it gets me going. 14:58 - We have the benefit of having brought in a significant major player around early childhood education and understanding that 0-3, that birth-3 timeframe, is so important for our youth, especially with the folks who are marginalized and disenfranchised in our community.17:36 - If we're going to have a real impact in our communities, we need to start with policymakers. We need to start with legislation. Even Dr. King talked about it on his last stage, where we were talking about going from simply marching to figuring out ways we can get people into appropriate seats on the political side.Connect with Becky Dubin JenkinsLinkedInConnect with Kevin L. NewellLinkedIn Guest BioKevin L. Newell is the founder of Royal Capital Group and has served as CEO since 2010. Royal Capital Group is a leading venture and holdings company with a firm focus on urban development and innovation. As the CEO of the organization, Newell has proudly led the company's efforts on business development, strategy, project management and its investment profile. As leader of the organization, he serves as an advocate for urban planning that is aligned with the aim to provide quality, safe, affordable lifestyle campuses that are in the best interest of the community he serves.Newell is a proud Milwaukee Public Schools graduate and received his undergraduate degree and MBA from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He also is a graduate of the Marquette University ACRE (Associates in Commercial Real Estate) program.Some of Newell's notable career achievements include:☐ Real Estate Partner with the NBA Milwaukee Bucks, as Developer/Owner for the new $1 billion Live-Work-Play Entertainment District☐ First African-American to build and own multifamily-commercial developments in downtown Milwaukee and Madison, Wis.☐ Recognized by the Milwaukee Business Journal as a 40 under 40 recipient, National Top Real Estate Executive, Regional Top 25 Power Brokers and Top 48 Most Influential African Americans in Wisconsin.

We look at the impact of the Adderall shortage and how doctors and patients are adjusting. We tell you about a project that's working to recover the more than 80,000 service members declared Missing In Action. We learn about the week in 1968 when entertainer Harry Belafonte hosted 'The Tonight Show.' Plus, tell you about a trucking company started by a formerly incarcerated Milwaukeean.

We go over the top five research findings of 2022 with the Wisconsin Policy Forum. Then, we learn about the Milwaukee Waters Investigation project and how it will help students learn about the importance of our waterways. We hear how two Milwaukeeans are sharing their love of nature with other Black residents. Plus, look at a documentary that explores the history of Jones Island.

In today's episode, Kendra Ingram, President and CEO of the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, shares her experience as a woman of color in the arts and culture industry and how she has used her platform to advocate for more diversity in leadership roles. She discusses how having more diversity in leadership positions can impact decision-making and how this can lead to more representative programming that meets the needs of the community.Tammy and Kendra talk about the importance of representation in leadership roles within arts and culture organizations, the role that arts and culture organizations play in serving their communities, and the challenge of creating more diverse and inclusive programming within arts and culture organizations. Listen to know more about diversity in the C-suite and the metrics used to achieve equity.Highlights 04:03 - And the biggest thing that I've learned in the two and a half years is Milwaukeeans tend to take for granted I think what they have here in Milwaukee. People always say, "Oh, why would you move here from this place or that place to Milwaukee?" There's so many benefits to living in a small city that has the amenities of a large city, and has the thought of, "I need arts and culture. I need sports entertainment. I need outdoor recreation." The people here care about all those things and it's reflected in the work that's happening here. So, it's been an interesting time, overall a positive one.14:26 - There are a lot of artists that are great, but it has to be something that is really – that's going to resonate with the community. And if I just booked shows based on what I like, I don't know if any would come because it's not about me and what I like. It's about we are in service to the community. 22:37 - For the Marcus Center, one of the things that we have done well is we have outlined specific areas to improve. And we've outlined those not just in yes, we need to improve in this area, but here is actually the benchmark and the metrics and the milestones that we want to reach when we know and how do we know we're actually achieving equity.Connect with Tammy Belton-DavisLinkedInConnect with Kendra Whitlock IngramLinkedIn

We look at how a new initiative could offer more support to prospective homebuyers of color. Our Monthly with Mosley conversation looks at two women-owned businesses creating fall fun for Milwaukeeans. Plus, as Landmark Lanes turns 95, we look at its history.

We look at how local organizations are preparing vulnerable Milwaukeeans for extreme weather conditions. Then, learn about a documentary inspired by a student exchange program in the 1960s in Milwaukee. We learn about the Mural of Peace on Milwaukee's south side. Plus, look at the traditional Hmong sport tuj lub.

Milwaukeeans are able to check out books from 27 countywide library branches. And if the book isn't at your local branch, the library system will get it there... fast.

Earlier research already showed that children who went to schools in Milwaukee's Parental Choice Program were less likely to get in trouble as young adults. Marilyn Anderson Rhames, an education scholar, found that these happier life outcomes were specifically linked to the religious content so prevalent in Milwaukee's choice schools. Rhames, who spent 14 years as a teacher in Chicago's public schools before studying for her doctorate, talks about how schools form character and how school choice helps them do it.

We are once again a proud media partner, some might say "official podcast", of Summerfest and Summerfest Tech. With that, we bring you a behind-the-scenes episode of how Summerfest Tech comes together and how it helps booming companies like Generac. Together, we can all contribute to raising Milwaukee's tech profile. Learn more about all of this, how approachable Milwaukeeans are and how that helps build for the future, and how you can register for Summerfest Tech for FREE (www.summerfest.com/tech) AND get a FREE Summerfest 3-day pass (June 30, July 1 and 2). Also, you'll be able to jump on the podcast because we'll be at Summerfest and Summerfest Tech, too!! Follow along on the socials @summerfesttech, @expmke, and #generacproud