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On today's show, host Christina Lieffring, news and politics editor at Tone Madison, speaks with Mike German about his new book, Policing White Supremacy. The post White Supremacy in Law Enforcement appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Ten years ago, Scott Gordon started a podcast to tell stories about Madison's arts and culture scenes that no other local outlets were talking about. While it's not a podcast anymore, these days you'll find his stories and more on Tone Madison. This year, the local publication is celebrating a decade of storytelling. To reflect on the past 10 years and beyond, Scott joins City Cast Madison Host Bianca Martin and Executive Producer Hayley Sperling. Celebrate with Tone Madison this week at their 10 year anniversary part at Gamma Ray Bar.  Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads.  Learn more about the sponsors of this December 3rd episode here: Jones Dairy Farm BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Children's Theater of Madison Music con Brio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's your local news for Wednesday, October 16, 2024:We'll hear why Madison's Independent Monitor says the mayor's budget is a death knell for civilian oversight efforts,Hear from opponents of the city tax referendum,Correct our past reporting on the DOC's updated used book donation policies, with help from Tone Madison's Scott Gordon,Bring back our arts and culture segment from summer hiatus,Broadcast the most in-depth weather report on the airwaves,Travel back in time to 1962,And much more.

For the first time in state history, Wisconsin has enacted a law that allows law enforcement agencies to charge public records requesters for the cost of redacting video or audio material, like body camera footage. The legislation has rattled local reporters, public officials, and police transparency advocates for its retaliatory nature and overall vague language.  Executive producer Hayley Sperling sat down with Tone Madison publisher Scott Gordon to get the details — or lack thereof — on the story.  Mentioned on the show A new Wisconsin law undermines the transparency pitch for police body cameras [Tone Madison] Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 15th episode here: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Bianca Martin and Hayley Sperling recap the police raid on the UW-Madison encampment, which was set up in protest of the war in Gaza. The team also discusses the recent tragic news about a school shooting in Mt. Horeb.  And finally, we will round out today's show on a positive note as we announce the winner of Fat Bird Week.  Mentioned on the show: Police descend on Gaza war protesters at UW-Madison, begin arrests [The Cap Times] UW Professor Sami Schalk made an Instagram post after her arrest. Professor Samer Alatout gave an interview to Tone Madison after his arrest. Police kill 14-year-old school shooting suspect in Mt. Horeb [Madison365] Fat Bird Week [Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin] Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our friends at Tone Madison listen to a LOT of music. And every year, they round up the year in local music and give you DOZENS of their favorite picks, the tracks that stuck with them, knocked them over, haunted them, and downright impressed. Bianca Martin talks to Tone Madison Music Editor Steve Spoerl about some of the best that you might have missed.  Mentioned on the show: Tone Madison's Favorite Songs of 2023. And there's more! And even more Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to 365 Amplified! Today, hosts Stephanie Díaz de León and Rob Chappell welcome Jenny Fierro and Rodlyn-mae Banting, who wrote a deep dive on three cases of race fraud in Madison – Jessica Kreug, CV Vitolo-Hadad and Kay LeClaire – their lasting impacts and why this kind of thing is so prevalent in this white liberal city. Next, Rob heads to the Mitby Theater to talk with Nobleman Theater Troupe founder Denzel Taylor, who's bringing “The Meeting” to Madison College for Black History Month. Finally, we gather the 365 reporting team to talk through what we're leaving behind in 2023 and what we're bringing into 2024. Links:   Jenny and Rodlyn-mae's piece in Tone Madison: https://tonemadison.com/articles/why-is-madison-a-hub-for-race-fraud/   Rob's original story on Kay LeClaire: https://madison365.com/indigenous-arts-leader-activist-revealed-as-white/   And the follow-up: https://madison365.com/indigenous-community-looks-to-heal-weeks-after-a-pretendian-is-exposed/   The story Isaac mentioned toward the end: https://www.reddit.com/r/wisconsin/comments/194aoc9/cedarburg_mayor_changes_mlk_proclamation_to/   Free tickets for “The Meeting:” https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=mitby

Welcome to 365 Amplified! Today, hosts Stephanie Díaz de León and Rob Chappell welcome Jenny Fierro and Rodlyn-mae Banting, who wrote a deep dive on three cases of race fraud in Madison – Jessica Kreug, CV Vitolo-Hadad and Kay LeClaire – their lasting impacts and why this kind of thing is so prevalent in this white liberal city. Next, Rob heads to the Mitby Theater to talk with Nobleman Theater Troupe founder Denzel Taylor, who's bringing “The Meeting” to Madison College for Black History Month. Finally, we gather the 365 reporting team to talk through what we're leaving behind in 2023 and what we're bringing into 2024. Links:   Jenny and Rodlyn-mae's piece in Tone Madison: https://tonemadison.com/articles/why-is-madison-a-hub-for-race-fraud/   Rob's original story on Kay LeClaire: https://madison365.com/indigenous-arts-leader-activist-revealed-as-white/   And the follow-up: https://madison365.com/indigenous-community-looks-to-heal-weeks-after-a-pretendian-is-exposed/   The story Isaac mentioned toward the end: https://www.reddit.com/r/wisconsin/comments/194aoc9/cedarburg_mayor_changes_mlk_proclamation_to/   Free tickets for “The Meeting:” https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=mitby

WISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST AMPLFYING WISCONSIN MUSIC EPISODE 115 Paul Mitch   WMP Linktree: https://linktr.ee/WI_Music_Podcast   Embark on an enthralling musical journey with the latest episode of the Wisconsin Music Podcast! In this captivating installment, I sit down with Paul Mitch, a seasoned veteran of both the studio and the stage in southern Wisconsin. Paul is a multi-instrumentalist and recording engineer whose musical roots trace back to Chicago and the Midwest. Paul's musical journey is a testament to his dedication and talent. He has cut his teeth as a freelance engineer and performer, leaving his mark on both the studio and live performances. As a multi-instrumentalist, he has honed his craft on various instruments, showcasing his versatility and passion for music. One of Paul's standout achievements is his role as half of the midwest folk-americana group Lost Lakes, alongside fellow songwriter Corey Mathew Hart. His creative spirit and artistry shine through his latest album, "Echoes & Shadows," a well-worn, contemplative piece of Americana that delves into narratives tied to turbulence. Join us as we dive deep into Paul's musical world. In an insightful interview with Tone Madison, Paul discusses his solo debut, his journey through a cancer diagnosis, and the profound importance of perception in his music. Discover the stories behind the album art, the creative process that led to "Echoes & Shadows," and how Paul's perspective on life and music has evolved through personal challenges. Whether you're a music enthusiast, a fellow artist, or someone seeking inspiration, this episode promises to be a compelling exploration of music, resilience, and the human experience. Tune in to the Wisconsin Music Podcast and immerse yourself in the captivating narrative of Paul Mitch's musical journey. Explore more about Paul Mitch and his music: Official Website: https://www.paulmitch.com/ Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6JhBsN7D8ou93e8bptMMrv?si=YYVtOT7mTza9rXa4jLM2tw Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paulmitchsongs/ Get the Album "Echoes & Shadows" on Bandcamp: https://paulmitch.bandcamp.com/album/echoes-shadows Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mydogzep/ Explore More Links: https://linktr.ee/PAULMITCH  

Packers insider Paul Noonan joined the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers and the looming trade to the New York Jets, and reacted live to comments from Rodgers made on the Pat McAfee show. Then, Scott Gordon, publisher of Tone Madison, joined the show to talk about the race for mayor in Madison between incumbent Satya Rhodes-Conway and challenger Gloria Reyes, and the issues of transit and housing that have dominated the campaign. Guests: Dan Shafer, Paul Noonan

It's happening. The onslaught of pink and red in store displays... the candy hearts and chocolate sales... the pressure. Valentine's Day is coming. Whether you love it or want to run screaming, we've got you. This week, we're honoring love in its many forms. We'll offer you things to do, places to go, and advice on how to care for friends, lovers… and yourself. Today, we're talking about how taking time for your own pleasure can be an act of love. We talk to Sami Schalk, UW Madison professor and columnist for Tone Madison, about why celebrating joy in daily life is essential for our well-being and how finding your ‘enthusiastic yes' can help you set better boundaries in love and life. 

Madison has no shortage of talented musicians. But how do you discover and find great new bands? The folks at Tone Madison listened to hundreds of new releases and highlighted some of the best new local songs and albums from 2022. We caught up with publisher Scott Gordon to hear a few of his favorite picks.  Check them out for yourself:  Here's Tone Madison's top songs of 2022, pt. I pt. II pt. III and Tone Madison's top 20 records of 2022. Also, Madison's musical odds and ends of 2022 And here's a link to the Dump the Hate online dumpling-making class we mentioned. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. Want some more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Sign up for the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  We're also on Twitter and Instagram!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

News and Politics Editor for Tone Madison, Christina Lieffring, talks about the newest branch of Tone Madison's coverage of the city — News and Politics. With their goal: “To champion […] The post Tone Madison's News and Politics coverage appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Along with drummer Quin Kirchner, Chicago's Hanging Hearts consists of Cole DeGenova and Chris Weller, two Oak Park high school chums who went on to formulate their musical identities at Boston's Berklee College of Music during the first decade of this century. Tone Madison's own Scott Gordon describes the band as "brash and frequently exuberant" and "moving between surging, rock-inspired melodies one moment and fragmented free jazz the next." I dialed up saxophonist Chris Weller to get the low down on the band, his other projects, and his role with Big Fish Booking -- one of today's premier creative music booking and management agencies.

Mike's LinksFTC to Speed  Rulemaking to Fight Digital Deception - Mike Blumenthal - NearMedia.co - https://www.nearmedia.co/the-ftc-improves-rule-making-to-deal-with/Google Page Experience Update Is Not Launching In May 2021 - Barry Schwartz -SERoundtable.com - https://www.seroundtable.com/google-page-experience-postponed-31278.htmlThat's NOT a Google Search Ranking Factor - Ryan Jones - SearchEngineJournal.com - https://www.searchenginejournal.com/not-a-search-ranking-factor/324087/Google Maps Privacy Nutrition Label - Mike Blumenthal - NearMedia.co - https://www.nearmedia.co/google-maps-app-privacy-label/Google My Business Consolidates Food Ordering Fields on New Tab - Krystal Taing - Local University - https://localu.org/google-my-business-consolidates-food-ordering-fields-on-new-tab/Google Expands Restaurant Online Order Integration - Mike Blumenthal - NearMedia.co - https://www.nearmedia.co/google-expands-restaurant-pickup-integration/Rebranding Your Business | Checklist for Google My Business & Local Search - Joy Hawkins - SterlingSky.ca - https://www.sterlingsky.ca/rebranding-your-business-checklist/Mary's LinksGoogle My Business (GMB) Terminology – Un-Official - Ben Fisher - SteadyDemand.com - https://www.steadydemand.com/google-my-business-gmb-terminology-un-official/Google Using Website Representation Vectors to Classify with Expertise and Authority - Bill Slawski - GoFishDigital.com - https://gofishdigital.com/website-representation-vectors/Labor shortage pinches, vexes restaurateurs across Nebraska, country - Omaha.com - https://omaha.com/entertainment/dining/labor-shortage-pinches-vexes-restaurateurs-across-nebraska-country/article_81424224-a4ad-11eb-8ddf-37ef2719d3aa.htmlCheck the crying about restaurant labor shortages — Tone Madison - https://www.tonemadison.com/articles/check-the-crying-about-restaurant-labor-shortagesThere's a simple solution for companies struggling to hire: Pay workers more - BusinessInsider.com - https://www.businessinsider.com/labor-shortage-solution-pay-workers-higher-wages-2021-4Carrie's Links:Google Scraping Website Content to Add New Services in GMB - Allie Margeson, Whitespark.ca - https://whitespark.ca/blog/auto-added-gmb-services/Google local car dealership inventory search results Barry Schwartz, SearchEngineLand.com - https://sear

Mike’s LinksFTC to Speed  Rulemaking to Fight Digital Deception - Mike Blumenthal - NearMedia.co - https://www.nearmedia.co/the-ftc-improves-rule-making-to-deal-with/Google Page Experience Update Is Not Launching In May 2021 - Barry Schwartz -SERoundtable.com - https://www.seroundtable.com/google-page-experience-postponed-31278.htmlThat's NOT a Google Search Ranking Factor - Ryan Jones - SearchEngineJournal.com - https://www.searchenginejournal.com/not-a-search-ranking-factor/324087/Google Maps Privacy Nutrition Label - Mike Blumenthal - NearMedia.co - https://www.nearmedia.co/google-maps-app-privacy-label/Google My Business Consolidates Food Ordering Fields on New Tab - Krystal Taing - Local University - https://localu.org/google-my-business-consolidates-food-ordering-fields-on-new-tab/Google Expands Restaurant Online Order Integration - Mike Blumenthal - NearMedia.co - https://www.nearmedia.co/google-expands-restaurant-pickup-integration/Rebranding Your Business | Checklist for Google My Business & Local Search - Joy Hawkins - SterlingSky.ca - https://www.sterlingsky.ca/rebranding-your-business-checklist/Mary’s LinksGoogle My Business (GMB) Terminology – Un-Official - Ben Fisher - SteadyDemand.com - https://www.steadydemand.com/google-my-business-gmb-terminology-un-official/Google Using Website Representation Vectors to Classify with Expertise and Authority - Bill Slawski - GoFishDigital.com - https://gofishdigital.com/website-representation-vectors/Labor shortage pinches, vexes restaurateurs across Nebraska, country - Omaha.com - https://omaha.com/entertainment/dining/labor-shortage-pinches-vexes-restaurateurs-across-nebraska-country/article_81424224-a4ad-11eb-8ddf-37ef2719d3aa.htmlCheck the crying about restaurant labor shortages — Tone Madison - https://www.tonemadison.com/articles/check-the-crying-about-restaurant-labor-shortagesThere's a simple solution for companies struggling to hire: Pay workers more - BusinessInsider.com - https://www.businessinsider.com/labor-shortage-solution-pay-workers-higher-wages-2021-4Carrie’s Links:Google Scraping Website Content to Add New Services in GMB - Allie Margeson, Whitespark.ca - https://whitespark.ca/blog/auto-added-gmb-services/Google local car dealership inventory search results Barry Schwartz, SearchEngineLand.com - https://sear

Emily Mills is a longtime Madison resident and writer. She’s a lifelong queer person and the former editor of Our Lives Magazine. Her article “Sticking it to transphobes in Tenney Park and beyond,” featured in Tone Madison this week, reveals a malicious push against Madison’s trans community with stickers including hateful content being put up […] The post Sticking it to transphobes in Tenney Park and beyond with Emily Mills appeared first on WORT 89.9 FM.

Scott Gordon, editor and chief of Tone Madison, published an article about the recent $15,000,000 in grants to music and performing arts venues around the state from the The Wisconsin Department of Administration. About $1.5 million of that money will go to venues located in the city of Madison. However, the biggest grants will go […] The post The Madison area’s small venues get short shrift in state grant ... appeared first on WORT 89.9 FM.

Back in December, more than 200 Madison-based artists and arts supporters signed an open letter to the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. The letter specifically protested a since-canceled event called Chroma, because the museum wasn't offering to pay artists who participated, but was charging an application fee and extra fees for installing artwork. The group that organized the letter, Equity for Artists, succeeded in getting the museum to make some changes, but wanted to start a much bigger conversation about how society devalues artists.It was a surprising moment of solidarity for artists in Madison, who don't often talk openly about money matters and their grievances with big arts institutions, at least not in such a forceful and public way."We see a behavior that's exhibited in communities that are fragmented," says artist and Equity for Artists co-founder Jenie Gao. "That comes from the fact that we're underfunded, we lack proper infrastructure, that unlike most other careers, we don't have a lot of large organizations where a lot of artists are going to work together...and then you've also got the reinforcement of the stereotype of the solo artist working alone...and fragmented communities are easier to keep from organizing, and as a result institutions maintain power."Gao and two other Equity for Artists leaders, Jamie Ho and Jennifer Bastian, spoke with us on the May 28 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. (Note: Communication is Tone Madison's partner organization. Ho serves on Communication's board and Bastian is the director and arts manager.) For each episode of Conduit, people make a small donation to join us on the call, and the money goes toward either the guest or an organization of the guest's choosing. This time the proceeds went to Madison's Bayview Foundation. You can sign up to join us on future episodes by filling out this Google Form.There are risks to speaking out about how different organizations treat and compensate artists. However, no one has been blackballed for writing or signing the MMOCA letter. Plus, Bastian says, it's up to institutions to be willing to have these conversations and do better: "I don't want to be involved with an organization that doesn't respect me."Our conversation covered the often perverse role of non-profits in the arts world, Wisconsin's low level of public arts funding, and whether Equity for Artists can translate its efforts into long-term change."We still have our voices and we can still be heard, so even though it's going to get worse before it gets better because of this pandemic, we can still exercise our right to say something about what's going on," Ho says.

Back in December, more than 200 Madison-based artists and arts supporters signed an open letter to the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. The letter specifically protested a since-canceled event called Chroma, because the museum wasn't offering to pay artists who participated, but was charging an application fee and extra fees for installing artwork. The group that organized the letter, Equity for Artists, succeeded in getting the museum to make some changes, but wanted to start a much bigger conversation about how society devalues artists.It was a surprising moment of solidarity for artists in Madison, who don't often talk openly about money matters and their grievances with big arts institutions, at least not in such a forceful and public way."We see a behavior that's exhibited in communities that are fragmented," says artist and Equity for Artists co-founder Jenie Gao. "That comes from the fact that we're underfunded, we lack proper infrastructure, that unlike most other careers, we don't have a lot of large organizations where a lot of artists are going to work together...and then you've also got the reinforcement of the stereotype of the solo artist working alone...and fragmented communities are easier to keep from organizing, and as a result institutions maintain power."Gao and two other Equity for Artists leaders, Jamie Ho and Jennifer Bastian, spoke with us on the May 28 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. (Note: Communication is Tone Madison's partner organization. Ho serves on Communication's board and Bastian is the director and arts manager.) For each episode of Conduit, people make a small donation to join us on the call, and the money goes toward either the guest or an organization of the guest's choosing. This time the proceeds went to Madison's Bayview Foundation. You can sign up to join us on future episodes by filling out this Google Form.There are risks to speaking out about how different organizations treat and compensate artists. However, no one has been blackballed for writing or signing the MMOCA letter. Plus, Bastian says, it's up to institutions to be willing to have these conversations and do better: "I don't want to be involved with an organization that doesn't respect me."Our conversation covered the often perverse role of non-profits in the arts world, Wisconsin's low level of public arts funding, and whether Equity for Artists can translate its efforts into long-term change."We still have our voices and we can still be heard, so even though it's going to get worse before it gets better because of this pandemic, we can still exercise our right to say something about what's going on," Ho says.

Nibiiwakamigkwe is a Métis, Onyota’a:ka, Anishinaabe, Cuban and waabishkiiwed Two-Spirit artist working in traditional Indigenous craftwork and contemporary Woodlands style to foster awareness of land protection, Indigenous cultural landscapes, and the complexity of identity. Their work brings them into contact with many different corners of the art world—inside and outside academia, settings that foreground Indigenous artists, and settings that don't. Across those different settings, Nibiiwakamigkwe creates art with a range of different materials and techniques, from beadwork to quillwork to jingle-dress dancing."A hard part about Indigenous art is that you are always educating, which is a real gift, however, it does mean that there's often extra work involved," Nibiiwakamigkwe says.Nibiiwakamigkwe spoke with us on the May 14 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. For each episode of Conduit, people make a small donation to join us on the call, and the money goes toward either the guest or an organization of the guest's choosing. This time the proceeds were divided between our guest and the Ho-Chunk Nation Museum and Cultural Center in Tomah. You can sign up to join us on future episodes by filling out this Google Form.The pandemic has only deepened the health and economic disparities that impact Indigenous people in the United States and around the world. The need to isolate and minimize travel makes it hard for Indigenous artists to gather natural materials in their work. Nibiiwakamigkwe, for instance, had to miss their window in March for gathering winter bark from birch trees, and can't make their usual trips up to northern Wisconsin to search for porcupine quills.COVID-19 has also created massive disruptions for Indigenous cultures that have a strong commitment to oral culture—meaning it's not so simple as writing down traditions or taking them online."If they are written down, that means they are spread out, and if people are looking at these cultural experiences without the education behind them, without the community that they need to have behind them, it can have very negative effects, and it can be negative for the practice itself as well as the person who's experiencing it," Nibiiwakamigkwe says. They shared a wealth of perspectives on identity, adjusting to the pandemic, and Indigenous artists worth supporting in Madison and beyond.The next Conduit conversation is scheduled for May 28, when we'll be talking with members of the Equity for Artists advocacy group.

Nibiiwakamigkwe is a Métis, Onyota’a:ka, Anishinaabe, Cuban and waabishkiiwed Two-Spirit artist working in traditional Indigenous craftwork and contemporary Woodlands style to foster awareness of land protection, Indigenous cultural landscapes, and the complexity of identity. Their work brings them into contact with many different corners of the art world—inside and outside academia, settings that foreground Indigenous artists, and settings that don't. Across those different settings, Nibiiwakamigkwe creates art with a range of different materials and techniques, from beadwork to quillwork to jingle-dress dancing."A hard part about Indigenous art is that you are always educating, which is a real gift, however, it does mean that there's often extra work involved," Nibiiwakamigkwe says.Nibiiwakamigkwe spoke with us on the May 14 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. For each episode of Conduit, people make a small donation to join us on the call, and the money goes toward either the guest or an organization of the guest's choosing. This time the proceeds were divided between our guest and the Ho-Chunk Nation Museum and Cultural Center in Tomah. You can sign up to join us on future episodes by filling out this Google Form.The pandemic has only deepened the health and economic disparities that impact Indigenous people in the United States and around the world. The need to isolate and minimize travel makes it hard for Indigenous artists to gather natural materials in their work. Nibiiwakamigkwe, for instance, had to miss their window in March for gathering winter bark from birch trees, and can't make their usual trips up to northern Wisconsin to search for porcupine quills.COVID-19 has also created massive disruptions for Indigenous cultures that have a strong commitment to oral culture—meaning it's not so simple as writing down traditions or taking them online."If they are written down, that means they are spread out, and if people are looking at these cultural experiences without the education behind them, without the community that they need to have behind them, it can have very negative effects, and it can be negative for the practice itself as well as the person who's experiencing it," Nibiiwakamigkwe says. They shared a wealth of perspectives on identity, adjusting to the pandemic, and Indigenous artists worth supporting in Madison and beyond.The next Conduit conversation is scheduled for May 28, when we'll be talking with members of the Equity for Artists advocacy group.

Flight Path is an in-depth report on grassroots opposition to the basing of F-35 fighter jets in Madison. Available as this audio documentary and a four-part written series to be published serially over the next week, Flight Path is a partnership project of Tone Madison, Communication, and Northside News. The Air Force officially chose Madison as a site for the jets in April. But the fight continues in areas that stand to bear the brunt of the F-35s' noise, environmental, and economic impacts. These efforts have already brought neighbors together to organize and advocate for their communities in a changing Madison.In this special hour-long audio report, journalist and activist Oona Mackesey-Green breaks down the politics surrounding the F-35s, but places a special emphasis on the nitty-gritty of groups including Eken Park Resistance and Safe Skies Clean Water. Largely sprouting from the very blocks where the jets will be loudest and most harmful, these organizations have not only staged protests but have also done extensive, time-consuming work to research the issue and build stronger connections within their communities.Keep up with the Flight Path project and find out more at the Flight Path landing page.

Flight Path is an in-depth report on grassroots opposition to the basing of F-35 fighter jets in Madison. Available as this audio documentary and a four-part written series to be published serially over the next week, Flight Path is a partnership project of Tone Madison, Communication, and Northside News. The Air Force officially chose Madison as a site for the jets in April. But the fight continues in areas that stand to bear the brunt of the F-35s' noise, environmental, and economic impacts. These efforts have already brought neighbors together to organize and advocate for their communities in a changing Madison.In this special hour-long audio report, journalist and activist Oona Mackesey-Green breaks down the politics surrounding the F-35s, but places a special emphasis on the nitty-gritty of groups including Eken Park Resistance and Safe Skies Clean Water. Largely sprouting from the very blocks where the jets will be loudest and most harmful, these organizations have not only staged protests but have also done extensive, time-consuming work to research the issue and build stronger connections within their communities.Keep up with the Flight Path project and find out more at the Flight Path landing page.

The Madison Public Library's Bubbler program is an unusually flexible force in the local arts and culture community, spanning activities from gallery shows to in-person arts residencies to maker resources to multimedia software training. In the absence of public events and gathering, the Bubbler staff has pulled together an extensive page of online resources and has been figuring out other ways to adapt their work. In explaining what the Bubbler does, Bubbler Program Assistant Carlee Latimer found herself thinking a lot about the literal and metaphorical role of buckets."I often think about the work that the Bubbler does and the work that the library does as existing in different buckets," Latimer says. "We're in nine different physical locations around the city, we partner with lots of local organizations, we also have national partners, and we are in schools and we are in detention centers, and we kind of exist wherever people are."Latimer spoke with us on the April 30 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. For each episode of Conduit, people make a small donation to join us on the call, and the money goes toward either the guest or an organization of the guest's choosing. This time Latimer chose the Madison Public Library Foundation. You can sign up to join us on future episodes by filling out this Google Form.While sharing a slideshow filled with photos of the various supply buckets she encounters in her day-to-day work, Latimer gave an overview of how the Bubbler program works. Latimer also answered questions about how the Bubbler is adapting during uncertain times and how it maintains its autonomy within the larger structure of the library system and city government. Latimer also shared a little about a forthcoming MPL program called Look Forward Madison. You can view all of Carlee's slides in the post that accompanies this podcast on our website.The next Conduit session is on Thursday, May 14, and we'll be talking with artist Kay LeClaire.

The Madison Public Library's Bubbler program is an unusually flexible force in the local arts and culture community, spanning activities from gallery shows to in-person arts residencies to maker resources to multimedia software training. In the absence of public events and gathering, the Bubbler staff has pulled together an extensive page of online resources and has been figuring out other ways to adapt their work. In explaining what the Bubbler does, Bubbler Program Assistant Carlee Latimer found herself thinking a lot about the literal and metaphorical role of buckets."I often think about the work that the Bubbler does and the work that the library does as existing in different buckets," Latimer says. "We're in nine different physical locations around the city, we partner with lots of local organizations, we also have national partners, and we are in schools and we are in detention centers, and we kind of exist wherever people are."Latimer spoke with us on the April 30 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. For each episode of Conduit, people make a small donation to join us on the call, and the money goes toward either the guest or an organization of the guest's choosing. This time Latimer chose the Madison Public Library Foundation. You can sign up to join us on future episodes by filling out this Google Form.While sharing a slideshow filled with photos of the various supply buckets she encounters in her day-to-day work, Latimer gave an overview of how the Bubbler program works. Latimer also answered questions about how the Bubbler is adapting during uncertain times and how it maintains its autonomy within the larger structure of the library system and city government. Latimer also shared a little about a forthcoming MPL program called Look Forward Madison. You can view all of Carlee's slides in the post that accompanies this podcast on our website.The next Conduit session is on Thursday, May 14, and we'll be talking with artist Kay LeClaire.

Dan Shafer's newsletter The Recombobulation Area has been providing an essential voice in Wisconsin politics over the past year, putting the state's problems into a regional context and publishing informative but fiercely opinionated pieces about stories including Wisconsin's April 7 election. In between his longer weekly posts, Shafer offers frequent analysis and commentary on Twitter. His work is reader-supported and it's well worth signing up as a subscriber.Shafer's latest piece finds cause for optimism in the sacrifices people across Wisconsin are making to keep each other safe. He's still been a bit shocked by the way Wisconsin's Republicans have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a cynicism that puts people in harm’s way. "What has probably surprised me the most is that their attitude has not shifted to a crisis mentality… so many people have changed so much about the way they operate, but they really haven't in a lot of ways," Shafer says. "It's still the same kind of Wisconsin politics that we've seen from the Wisconsin Republican Party over the past decade.”Shafer spoke with us on the April 23 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. For each episode of Conduit, people make a small donation to join us on the call, and the money goes toward either the guest or an organization of the guest's choosing. This time Shafer asked us to send the money to The Tandem, a restaurant in Milwaukee that's been offering free community meals during the pandemic. You can sign up to join us on future episodes by filling out this Google Form.A longtime Milwaukee journalist, Shafer reflected on his decision to start an independent publication of his own, his recent Twitter exchange with Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke, and how he'd like to see journalism change in Wisconsin and around the Midwest.The next Conduit session is on Thursday, April 30, and we'll be talking with Carlee Latimer of the Madison Public Library's Bubbler program. On May 7, our guest will be artist Kay LeClaire.

Dan Shafer's newsletter The Recombobulation Area has been providing an essential voice in Wisconsin politics over the past year, putting the state's problems into a regional context and publishing informative but fiercely opinionated pieces about stories including Wisconsin's April 7 election. In between his longer weekly posts, Shafer offers frequent analysis and commentary on Twitter. His work is reader-supported and it's well worth signing up as a subscriber.Shafer's latest piece finds cause for optimism in the sacrifices people across Wisconsin are making to keep each other safe. He's still been a bit shocked by the way Wisconsin's Republicans have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a cynicism that puts people in harm’s way. "What has probably surprised me the most is that their attitude has not shifted to a crisis mentality… so many people have changed so much about the way they operate, but they really haven't in a lot of ways," Shafer says. "It's still the same kind of Wisconsin politics that we've seen from the Wisconsin Republican Party over the past decade.”Shafer spoke with us on the April 23 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. For each episode of Conduit, people make a small donation to join us on the call, and the money goes toward either the guest or an organization of the guest's choosing. This time Shafer asked us to send the money to The Tandem, a restaurant in Milwaukee that's been offering free community meals during the pandemic. You can sign up to join us on future episodes by filling out this Google Form.A longtime Milwaukee journalist, Shafer reflected on his decision to start an independent publication of his own, his recent Twitter exchange with Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke, and how he'd like to see journalism change in Wisconsin and around the Midwest.The next Conduit session is on Thursday, April 30, and we'll be talking with Carlee Latimer of the Madison Public Library's Bubbler program. On May 7, our guest will be artist Kay LeClaire.

A couple weeks ago we wrote about Madison musician Luke Bassuener's latest release under his solo moniker Asumaya, Of Water, Land, & Sky. The album is constructed mostly from field recordings of birds and Wisconsin wetlands, and grew out of a multidisciplinary arts residency of the same name. Setting aside Asumaya's usual looped array of percussion, bass, vocals, and thumb piano, Bassuener has instead created a set of rhythmic interpretations of the natural world."This album was also kind of just a challenge—to see how much would it sound like music if I only used those things?" Bassuener says.Bassuener spoke with us on the April 16 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. He'll be performing on April 17 in a livestream event on Arts + Literature Laboratory's Facebook page, which will also feature art and poetry from others involved in Of Water, Land, & Sky.Bassuener is also a public-school art teacher in Madison. One of his ongoing projects is helping his students at the west side's Crestwood Elementary create animated short films based on myths from across different cultures. One of those, The Weaver Girl And The Cowherd, was scheduled to screen in this year's canceled Wisconsin Film Festival. It's available to watch online through the festival's Big Streams, Little Folks program. You can see more work from Crestwood students on YouTube.We also talked about Bassuener's work in the band Disaster Passport, which has created something of a local sensation over the past year with its original score for Godfrey Reggio's experimental documentary Koyaanisqatsi.The next Conduit session is on Thursday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m., and our guest will be Dan Shafer of the Milwaukee-based politics newsletter The Recombobulation Area. On April 30, we'll talk with Carlee Latimer of the Madison Public Library's Bubbler program, and on May 7, our guest will be artist Kay LeClaire. On. To join each week's conversation, Venmo $1 to info@communicationmadison.com and include your email address in the note. The money will be donated to a non-profit or artist of our guest's choosing, and we'll email you a Zoom link for the meeting.

A couple weeks ago we wrote about Madison musician Luke Bassuener's latest release under his solo moniker Asumaya, Of Water, Land, & Sky. The album is constructed mostly from field recordings of birds and Wisconsin wetlands, and grew out of a multidisciplinary arts residency of the same name. Setting aside Asumaya's usual looped array of percussion, bass, vocals, and thumb piano, Bassuener has instead created a set of rhythmic interpretations of the natural world."This album was also kind of just a challenge—to see how much would it sound like music if I only used those things?" Bassuener says.Bassuener spoke with us on the April 16 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. He'll be performing on April 17 in a livestream event on Arts + Literature Laboratory's Facebook page, which will also feature art and poetry from others involved in Of Water, Land, & Sky.Bassuener is also a public-school art teacher in Madison. One of his ongoing projects is helping his students at the west side's Crestwood Elementary create animated short films based on myths from across different cultures. One of those, The Weaver Girl And The Cowherd, was scheduled to screen in this year's canceled Wisconsin Film Festival. It's available to watch online through the festival's Big Streams, Little Folks program. You can see more work from Crestwood students on YouTube.We also talked about Bassuener's work in the band Disaster Passport, which has created something of a local sensation over the past year with its original score for Godfrey Reggio's experimental documentary Koyaanisqatsi.The next Conduit session is on Thursday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m., and our guest will be Dan Shafer of the Milwaukee-based politics newsletter The Recombobulation Area. On April 30, we'll talk with Carlee Latimer of the Madison Public Library's Bubbler program, and on May 7, our guest will be artist Kay LeClaire. On. To join each week's conversation, Venmo $1 to info@communicationmadison.com and include your email address in the note. The money will be donated to a non-profit or artist of our guest's choosing, and we'll email you a Zoom link for the meeting.

Madison non-profit ArtWorking plays a unique role in Madison's arts landscape, not only showcasing artists with disabilities but also helping those artists sell their work and build up small businesses. ArtWorking's 6,000-square-foot facility on South Stoughton Road encompasses studios with equipment for printmaking, ceramics, and woodworking, plus a retail storefront. All of that has been closed down since March 11, creating new challenges for the organization and the dozens of artists it supports.ArtWorking Program Director Lance Owens and Assistant Director Laura Falkenberg joined us on the April 9 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. They talked about the organization's underlying philosophy and how the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted their efforts. All of ArtWorking's staff has been temporarily laid off or furloughed to help preserve the funds the organization brings in from private sources and Medicaid. They're still working on supporting the artists when and how they can, and hope to have an online store set up soon.The decision to close ArtWorking's physical space was particularly urgent because the organization supports so many people with underlying health conditions and compromised immune systems. By the same token, the kind of work ArtWorking does is at times impossible to do remotely. "Some people also have barriers to technology that are harder to overcome at this time," Falkenberg says. "They might not have a laptop or a phone or the ability to do this, or they may also be non-verbal... so much of what we do, we do subtly in a physical space together, and so that's really compromised by trying to ad hoc it in this way, though it's great to hear from people and great to see them when we can."The emotional impact was obvious during our conversation. "I miss these people," Owens says.Commissions and opportunities for ArtWorking's artists to sell their work have largely dried up over the past month, and some can't do their work without access to specific equipment and materials. But this also points to a strength of ArtWorking's philosophy—letting artists find their own way of doing things, and encouraging them to communicate about what they want and disagree with staff suggestions if it feels right."We do a lot of talking to each other and a lot of research on how to uphold the artist's vision first and foremost, before my vision or anyone's vision or the trend of the time," Falkenberg says.The next Conduit session is on Thursday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m., and our guest will be Madison musician Luke Bassuener, discussing his solo project Asumaya. To join, Venmo $1 to info@communicationmadison.com and include your email address in the note. The money will be donated to a non-profit or artist of our guest's choosing, and we'll email you a Zoom link for the meeting.

Madison non-profit ArtWorking plays a unique role in Madison's arts landscape, not only showcasing artists with disabilities but also helping those artists sell their work and build up small businesses. ArtWorking's 6,000-square-foot facility on South Stoughton Road encompasses studios with equipment for printmaking, ceramics, and woodworking, plus a retail storefront. All of that has been closed down since March 11, creating new challenges for the organization and the dozens of artists it supports.ArtWorking Program Director Lance Owens and Assistant Director Laura Falkenberg joined us on the April 9 edition of Conduit, a livestream collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly. They talked about the organization's underlying philosophy and how the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted their efforts. All of ArtWorking's staff has been temporarily laid off or furloughed to help preserve the funds the organization brings in from private sources and Medicaid. They're still working on supporting the artists when and how they can, and hope to have an online store set up soon.The decision to close ArtWorking's physical space was particularly urgent because the organization supports so many people with underlying health conditions and compromised immune systems. By the same token, the kind of work ArtWorking does is at times impossible to do remotely. "Some people also have barriers to technology that are harder to overcome at this time," Falkenberg says. "They might not have a laptop or a phone or the ability to do this, or they may also be non-verbal... so much of what we do, we do subtly in a physical space together, and so that's really compromised by trying to ad hoc it in this way, though it's great to hear from people and great to see them when we can."The emotional impact was obvious during our conversation. "I miss these people," Owens says.Commissions and opportunities for ArtWorking's artists to sell their work have largely dried up over the past month, and some can't do their work without access to specific equipment and materials. But this also points to a strength of ArtWorking's philosophy—letting artists find their own way of doing things, and encouraging them to communicate about what they want and disagree with staff suggestions if it feels right."We do a lot of talking to each other and a lot of research on how to uphold the artist's vision first and foremost, before my vision or anyone's vision or the trend of the time," Falkenberg says.The next Conduit session is on Thursday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m., and our guest will be Madison musician Luke Bassuener, discussing his solo project Asumaya. To join, Venmo $1 to info@communicationmadison.com and include your email address in the note. The money will be donated to a non-profit or artist of our guest's choosing, and we'll email you a Zoom link for the meeting.

Ordering takeout, buying gift cards, donating to a virtual tip jar—it's all well and good, but it's nowhere near close to what it'll really take to help shuttered restaurants and out-of-work service industry employees survive the COVID-19 pandemic. Madison's food scene, one of our greatest sources of local pride and a key sector of our economy, will need a lot of immediate public funding and a lot of change at a policy level to stay afloat. Francesca Hong, chef and co-owner of Morris Ramen on King Street, has emerged as a leading voice as restaurants across Wisconsin call on state and local leaders to act."I think all restaurant owners are still somewhat in shock, and we're incredibly conflicted at saving the livelihood of saving the livelihood of all our employees and our business, as well as making sure that the safety of the public and our employees is what we're prioritizing," Hong said on the April 2, 2020 edition of Conduit, a live-streamed collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly.There are a lot of parallels and connections here between the restaurant world and the arts world. Many creative people work in the service industry, and restaurants have a symbiotic relationship with live performance venues, especially downtown—when you have dinner at Morris before going across the street for a show at the Majestic, you take part in that. Morris itself has served as a space where food and art intertwine, for instance during a collaborative dinner with conceptual artist Kel Mur. In the bigger picture, both food and the arts are things our civic leaders supposedly value, but don't really understand or support. In the absence of a strong infrastructure, they're both underwritten by thankless labor and precarious business models. And that's why both sectors need to start acting like unified political constituencies.So far, Hong says the response from Madison's city government has been pretty feeble, and response from the Wisconsin legislature's accountability-proof Republican majority has been just about non-existent. Hong acknowledges that the Madison Common Council, during its meeting this week, temporarily waived some fees for restaurants, but it won't be near enough. "I think they're all really small things that won't actually help the life of the industry right now in the long run," Hong says. "I think there need to be aggressive grants, I think there needs to be aggressive tax relief, and I think there needs to be a massive push and pressure on property owners to have rent moratoriums. I don't think abatement is enough anymore."While calling for specific action—including emergency unemployment benefits for all of the service workers in the state, eliminating the sales tax and payroll tax, and rent and loan relief for workers and employers—Hong has also worked to open more people's eyes to the economic realities of the restaurant world. Even prestigious and expensive restaurants operate on slim profit margins and generally rely on a short-term revenue stream to stay open."If you were focusing on taking care of your workers and being part of your community, and providing not only a social space but a community space where you're building relationships and you're nourishing people and you care about hospitality deeply, these are the places that I feel like have the thinnest margins and now are at the biggest risk of closing," Hong says.If you're interested in helping local restaurants and their workers get through this, Hong has put together a list of links and resources.Conduit takes place Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. On April 9, we'll hear from the folks at ArtWorking, a local non-profit that supports artists with disabilities. On April 16, our guest will be Madison musician Luke Bassuener, discussing his solo project Asumaya and his recent arts residency with the Glacial Lakes Conservancy.

Ordering takeout, buying gift cards, donating to a virtual tip jar—it's all well and good, but it's nowhere near close to what it'll really take to help shuttered restaurants and out-of-work service industry employees survive the COVID-19 pandemic. Madison's food scene, one of our greatest sources of local pride and a key sector of our economy, will need a lot of immediate public funding and a lot of change at a policy level to stay afloat. Francesca Hong, chef and co-owner of Morris Ramen on King Street, has emerged as a leading voice as restaurants across Wisconsin call on state and local leaders to act."I think all restaurant owners are still somewhat in shock, and we're incredibly conflicted at saving the livelihood of saving the livelihood of all our employees and our business, as well as making sure that the safety of the public and our employees is what we're prioritizing," Hong said on the April 2, 2020 edition of Conduit, a live-streamed collaboration between Tone Madison, Communication, and UnderBelly.There are a lot of parallels and connections here between the restaurant world and the arts world. Many creative people work in the service industry, and restaurants have a symbiotic relationship with live performance venues, especially downtown—when you have dinner at Morris before going across the street for a show at the Majestic, you take part in that. Morris itself has served as a space where food and art intertwine, for instance during a collaborative dinner with conceptual artist Kel Mur. In the bigger picture, both food and the arts are things our civic leaders supposedly value, but don't really understand or support. In the absence of a strong infrastructure, they're both underwritten by thankless labor and precarious business models. And that's why both sectors need to start acting like unified political constituencies.So far, Hong says the response from Madison's city government has been pretty feeble, and response from the Wisconsin legislature's accountability-proof Republican majority has been just about non-existent. Hong acknowledges that the Madison Common Council, during its meeting this week, temporarily waived some fees for restaurants, but it won't be near enough. "I think they're all really small things that won't actually help the life of the industry right now in the long run," Hong says. "I think there need to be aggressive grants, I think there needs to be aggressive tax relief, and I think there needs to be a massive push and pressure on property owners to have rent moratoriums. I don't think abatement is enough anymore."While calling for specific action—including emergency unemployment benefits for all of the service workers in the state, eliminating the sales tax and payroll tax, and rent and loan relief for workers and employers—Hong has also worked to open more people's eyes to the economic realities of the restaurant world. Even prestigious and expensive restaurants operate on slim profit margins and generally rely on a short-term revenue stream to stay open."If you were focusing on taking care of your workers and being part of your community, and providing not only a social space but a community space where you're building relationships and you're nourishing people and you care about hospitality deeply, these are the places that I feel like have the thinnest margins and now are at the biggest risk of closing," Hong says.If you're interested in helping local restaurants and their workers get through this, Hong has put together a list of links and resources.Conduit takes place Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. On April 9, we'll hear from the folks at ArtWorking, a local non-profit that supports artists with disabilities. On April 16, our guest will be Madison musician Luke Bassuener, discussing his solo project Asumaya and his recent arts residency with the Glacial Lakes Conservancy.

Despite the challenges we’re all facing, Four Star Operations Manager Lewis Peterson joined Film Editor Grant Phipps at Tone Madison’s Communication studio last week to discuss the aforementioned changes to the store’s daily functions, all-too-familiar pandemic viewing themes (and spirited films to distract from the current crisis), bonus material that’s available online as substitute for traditional festival Q&As or panels, and relevant recommendations for audiences who are still itching to create an itinerary that resembles the astute curation of a traditional film festival. Special thanks to Hanna Kohn for her discussion prompts and remote contributions to this conversation. You can also support Four Star during the shutdown by making a donation via the store’s website.Four Star Video Cooperative has remained with limited hours as staff and volunteers take extra-precautionary measures to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many other businesses around the state, it will close down Tuesday under a new emergency order from Governor Tony Evers.Despite the challenges we’re all facing, Four Star Operations Manager Lewis Peterson joined Film Editor Grant Phipps at Tone Madison’s Communication studio last week to discuss the aforementioned changes to the store’s daily functions, all-too-familiar pandemic viewing themes (and spirited films to distract from the current crisis), bonus material that’s available online as substitute for traditional festival Q&As or panels, and relevant recommendations for audiences who are still itching to create an itinerary that resembles the astute curation of a traditional film festival. Special thanks to Hanna Kohn for her discussion prompts and remote contributions to this conversation.Give the conversation a listen here, or subscribe to the Tone Madison podcast on Apple Podcasts. If you like what you're hearing, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and consider supporting us financially with a one-time or recurring donation. And please check out our sister podcasts, Record Store Dropouts and Digital Warmth.

Despite the challenges we’re all facing, Four Star Operations Manager Lewis Peterson joined Film Editor Grant Phipps at Tone Madison’s Communication studio last week to discuss the aforementioned changes to the store’s daily functions, all-too-familiar pandemic viewing themes (and spirited films to distract from the current crisis), bonus material that’s available online as substitute for traditional festival Q&As or panels, and relevant recommendations for audiences who are still itching to create an itinerary that resembles the astute curation of a traditional film festival. Special thanks to Hanna Kohn for her discussion prompts and remote contributions to this conversation. You can also support Four Star during the shutdown by making a donation via the store’s website.Four Star Video Cooperative has remained with limited hours as staff and volunteers take extra-precautionary measures to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many other businesses around the state, it will close down Tuesday under a new emergency order from Governor Tony Evers.Despite the challenges we’re all facing, Four Star Operations Manager Lewis Peterson joined Film Editor Grant Phipps at Tone Madison’s Communication studio last week to discuss the aforementioned changes to the store’s daily functions, all-too-familiar pandemic viewing themes (and spirited films to distract from the current crisis), bonus material that’s available online as substitute for traditional festival Q&As or panels, and relevant recommendations for audiences who are still itching to create an itinerary that resembles the astute curation of a traditional film festival. Special thanks to Hanna Kohn for her discussion prompts and remote contributions to this conversation.Give the conversation a listen here, or subscribe to the Tone Madison podcast on Apple Podcasts. If you like what you're hearing, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and consider supporting us financially with a one-time or recurring donation. And please check out our sister podcasts, Record Store Dropouts and Digital Warmth.

In just the first 10 weeks of 2020, Madison musicians have put out a wealth of new music worth hearing. Tone Madison’s Steven Spoerl and Scott Gordon sat down recently to talk about some of the standouts, including: Disq’s Collector, Supa Friends’ “Heart Made Of Gold,” LINE’s Choosing Sides, Tubal Cain’s Summon The Mist, Louise Bock’s Sketch For Winter VII—Abyss: For Cello, No Question’s Internal Bleeding, TS Foss’ forthcoming self-titled album, and Woke Up Crying’s 3:27 A.M.This episode’s getting out a few days late, as we were scrambling last week to cover the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on local arts and culture. And thanks to the pandemic, it’s anyone’s guess when you’ll get to see any of these artists live again, so consider supporting them by buying their music online.Give the conversation a listen here, or subscribe to the Tone Madison podcast on Apple Podcasts. If you like what you're hearing, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and consider supporting us financially with a one-time or recurring donation. And please check out our sister podcasts, Record Store Dropouts and Digital Warmth.

In just the first 10 weeks of 2020, Madison musicians have put out a wealth of new music worth hearing. Tone Madison’s Steven Spoerl and Scott Gordon sat down recently to talk about some of the standouts, including: Disq’s Collector, Supa Friends’ “Heart Made Of Gold,” LINE’s Choosing Sides, Tubal Cain’s Summon The Mist, Louise Bock’s Sketch For Winter VII—Abyss: For Cello, No Question’s Internal Bleeding, TS Foss’ forthcoming self-titled album, and Woke Up Crying’s 3:27 A.M.This episode’s getting out a few days late, as we were scrambling last week to cover the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on local arts and culture. And thanks to the pandemic, it’s anyone’s guess when you’ll get to see any of these artists live again, so consider supporting them by buying their music online.Give the conversation a listen here, or subscribe to the Tone Madison podcast on Apple Podcasts. If you like what you're hearing, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and consider supporting us financially with a one-time or recurring donation. And please check out our sister podcasts, Record Store Dropouts and Digital Warmth.

On this episode we're going to be revisiting a conversation we had about a year ago with Nick Moran. He's a bass player who does a ton of work in the Madison music community, playing in a whole slew of jazz bands and other projects. Moran is also an active participant in a cultural exchange program between Madison and one of its sister cities, Camaguey, Cuba.Give the conversation a listen here, or subscribe to the Tone Madison podcast on Apple Podcasts. If you like what you're hearing, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and consider supporting us financially with a one-time or recurring donation. And please check out our sister podcasts, Record Store Dropouts and Digital Warmth.

On this episode we're going to be revisiting a conversation we had about a year ago with Nick Moran. He's a bass player who does a ton of work in the Madison music community, playing in a whole slew of jazz bands and other projects. Moran is also an active participant in a cultural exchange program between Madison and one of its sister cities, Camaguey, Cuba.Give the conversation a listen here, or subscribe to the Tone Madison podcast on Apple Podcasts. If you like what you're hearing, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and consider supporting us financially with a one-time or recurring donation. And please check out our sister podcasts, Record Store Dropouts and Digital Warmth.

Gender Confetti’s Elyse Clouthier (all pronouns) and Sylvia Johnson (they/them and she/her) drop by the studio to talk with the Dropouts about their new full-length album, We’re Gay. The pair reflect on their July 20 album release show at The Wisco (3:20), share the history of their latest song “No Borders” (9:31), dig into the lyric zine for We’re Gay (25:40), and chat about their love for skating and Femme Skate Night (40:02). Tracks from We’re Gay appearing throughout this episode include “No Borders” (6:11), “Deviant” (20:24), and “Wonderbread” (35:05).To learn more about Gender Confetti and We’re Gay, you may read Scott Gordon’s piece about the band for Tone Madison here.Gender Confetti kicks off their tour with Gully Boys and Miyha at the Winnebago on July 30. Be sure to pick up their new tape and wish them luck! We’re Gay is also available now via Bandcamp.Alex and Shaun appreciate your support of this podcast! If you’d like to vote for Record Store Dropouts in the “Favorite Local Podcast” category in Isthmus’ MadFaves poll, you can do so until July 31.

Record Store Dropouts is a music-adjacent podcast for music-adjacent people. On their quest for good conversation and trivial knowledge, hosts Shaun Soman and Alex Nelson explore how visual objects (e.g., album covers, music videos) are made and the extent to which they inform the listening experience. Having collectively worked at, erm, one different record store over three months, Shaun and Alex complement their "expertise" by inviting musicians, visual artists, and writers to discuss how music has influenced their work.On their first episode, Shaun and Alex reflect on Santigold's debut album (1:29) before Native Essence Art creator Natalie Ergas drops by to discuss her artistic process (16:09), what’s on her Western zodiac energy playlist (28:17), and how collage functions in Santigold’s discography (41:03).The podcast's theme music is "Communication" by a cool Madison band called Disq, which has also played the song at a venue and arts incubator called Communication, Tone Madison's physical home. Shaun and Alex understand "Communication" isn't about Communication, but they like to believe otherwise. Thanks again to Disq and Saddle Creek Records for the use of the song.If you happen to be in Madison the day this episode drops,—Friday, May 3—Ergas will be celebrating an art opening at Robinia Courtyard, 829 East Washington Ave.

Sage Caswell is a Los Angeles native who makes dreamy yet hard-hitting dance music. He has released music on Spring Theory and 2MR. Topics include early L.A. parties, a Daft Punk conversion experience, moving from DJing to producing, and the Midwest.I hadn’t met Sage before we talked, but we had some random Madison/L.A. connections and I liked what I had heard of his music. Madison is so small that I always want to get to know the people who are doing interesting electronic music here, even if they’re passing through.Digital Warmth is presented by Tone Madison. Follow the show on Twitter or reach out via email.

Ariel Zetina is a Chicago-based DJ, producer, and playwright. She is a resident at the legendary Smartbar and runs many of her own club nights in the city. Ariel has released music on Boukan Records (including underground club hit “Addy:” feat. London Jade), Club Chai, Sweat Equity, and Knightwerk, with a 2019 EP forthcoming on Maija.I wanted to talk to Ariel because she’s doing great things in Chicago, bringing both people and different kinds of music together. I went to one of her parties at the Hideout and had an amazing time, the music and the vibe were great and it was clear that both were very connected to who she is. And then she put out tracks like “Oil Rig” and “Chino” and I became a fan of her music. Also, I was very curious to ask about her work as a playwright.Digital Warmth is presented by Tone Madison. Follow the show on Twitter or reach out via email.

Joshua Jenquin is an accomplished drummer, producer, and DJ. Topics include Wisconsin rave history, Addict Records, laughing while vomiting, being named-checked by Dominick Fernow, Swayze, getting kicked out of a town in Germany, and melding live playing with electronic music.I wanted to talk to Joshua because the way he combines drumming and electronic production in different ways inspired me, way back in Myspace days before I had made any records. I also saw him do an all-vinyl drum & bass DJ set that blew me away, and wanted to put together the pieces that I’d gathered about his musical history.Digital Warmth is presented by Tone Madison. Follow the show on Twitter or reach out via email.

Look out for Digital Warmth's first season in February 2019 on Tone Madison.

Listen: Apple Podcasts | RadioPublic | Google Podcasts | YouTube I met Rachal Duggan at the Tone Madison anniversary party. She had a table set up to do butt portraits. People would turn around and she would draw a picture of their butt. Afterward, I sent her a message and asked if she would want to meet and talk. We decided to get together at Madison Sourdough in her neighborhood. During the interview, two surprising things happen. We ran into Hailee from episode 4 and I learn Rachal is one degree of separation from the very thing that inspired everything I'm doing here. Website - rachalduggan.com Follow Rachal on Instagram - @radillustrates Cartooning: Philosophy and Practice by Ivan Brunetti on Amazon - https://amzn.to/2LqkSvZ BTW, here is the Instagram story she posted of our portrait along with the bumper sticker we bought from her. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tomraysartpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tomraysartpodcast/support

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