Experience Milwaukee

This episode, the first ever podcast recording at the American Family Insurance Amphitheater on the Summerfest grounds, is a hilarious yet informative and sincere discussion on tech, equity, and everyone's journey to Summerfest. Adam and Steve are joined by Lena DeLaet (Summerfest) and Nadiyah Johnson (Milky Way Tech Hub) who share all the details on Summerfest Tech, an incredible (and FREE!) event during Summerfest. Summerfest Tech continues to support the growing tech initiative in the region by convening technologists, business leaders, and innovators. Programming ranges from keynotes and breakouts focused on creating a tech town and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Open to anyone, regardless if you consider yourself "techy" or not. Take a listen and have a ton of fun with this group, then jump over to www.summerfest.com/tech to learn more and register for free. 

This episode is pure cool. Even with Adam and Steve being part of it. There's so much honesty in this one, a look inside the life of musical artist Grace Weber, that you'll want to listen several times. Also, there's a spot where Adam and Grace sing together! And wait for the end of the episode. Because there's a CHANCE that there will be some surprises at Grace's Summerfest show this September. Including, maybe, Adam and Steve as background dancers and singers. That's a joke. Seriously though, thanks to our friends at Summerfest for another great connection to a wonderful human. 

Imagine meeting someone who brings a cool, enthusiastic, and welcoming perspective and personality while also being real about slowing down, dealing with anxiety, and navigating the complexities of the music industry. That person, musician Brett Newski, jumps on this episode with Adam and Steve as they work to convince him to be their friend. Seriously though, Brett shares stories from Weezer's influence on his career and working at McDonald's to buy his first guitar to playing big shows at Summerfest! He also is the first guest to admit to taking off his clothes during the show. To learn more about Brett's incredible music, book, podcast and where to catch him live, check out https://brettnewski.com. Thanks to our friends at Summerfest for making this series possible.

Imagine an experiment to help a city be more inclusive by bringing communities together through kombucha and beer. It's a reality that Love Milwaukee co-founders Adam Gabornitz, Heidi Dalibor, Monica Hidalgo, Ayrton Bryan and others committed to the city have brought to life. Through Love Milwaukee, this group is fostering more positivity by reaching across cultures and communities through pop-up events and other means which will culminate in a reflection of feedback in the form of a six-pack. Get involved, attend their events, and follow along on Instagram and Facebook at @LoveMilwaukee414!

Adam and Steve were absolutely amazed after sitting down with Vic and Gab of REYNA. Who dreams about a song then wakes up and writes it without ever taking guitar lessons?? Vic does. Listen in for this story and others about what inspires the music, secret rehearsal locations, obsession with School of Rock, and mixing dreams with hard work to reach a life-long goal of playing Summerfest! Speaking of Summerfest, thanks to our friends over there for making this series happen!!

Get ready to smile! Adam and Steve have an uplifting chat with Mark Gold, who has a heart of gold by the way, and also is owner of the iconic East side Pizza Shuttle. What started as kind of an only option for Mark (he actually was going to join the Marines), turned into a restaurant that has positively impacted (even saved) lives. For Mark, it's been a journey of downs and ups but always having fun with some good timing and luck along with never giving up. Great life lessons for anyone. If you find yourself on Milwaukee's East side, you better jump into Pizza Shuttle for a slice!

In this episode, Adam and Steve enjoy a cocktail with Guy Rehorst, Founder and CEO at Great Lakes Distillery (GLD). Now in their 17th year, Guy shares the inspiration behind launching GLD, what to expect when you visit the tasting room, and how local collaborations come about. Oh, and the three also get into the great Vodka debate! Also, did you know GLD has a patio?? Get all this and more then get out and experience Milwaukee!

Among many wonderful things, JUNE IS DAIRY MONTH! And in this episode, Adam and Steve serve up two scoops of fun along with Lauren Schultz, owner of Purple Door Ice Cream. Officially celebrating ten years of making ice cream in Milwaukee, Lauren shares how it all started with a childhood dream. Listen in for that story and more including the challenges of opening an ice cream business in a custard town, what inspires the flavors, and Steve's shameless attempt to get a Manhattan on the menu! Get out and experience Milwaukee and check out Purple Door at one of their 3 locations or online at www.purpledooricecream.com.

This episode is full of art. And laughs. Adam and Steve have an absolute blast with Becca and Keighley, two of last year's artists for the East Side Art Lot. Listen in to learn what the East Side art lot is, how it's made, and how you can experience it. Also, the origins of both Becca (spider bite) and Keighley's (concussions) artistic talents. Oh, and advice on getting through 100 rejections. Also, reading books while on the podcast. And did Steve just get shushed??? FUN FUN FUN. And also art.

As Bittercube's founder Ira Koplowitz explains, bitters are the spice rack of your bar. And as liquid spices, maybe for your entire home! In this episode, Adam and Steve dig into how a unique experience and lots of travel inspired the creation of Bittercube. Along with Ira, they also explore the role of cocktails in building human connection and how Bittercube evolved from sharing with friends to making bitters for more than 500,000 cocktails (and that's just ONE order)! Oh, Ira also finally answers the one questions he's always asked!! Whether you're an aficionado or just getting started in drink-making, we've got you covered in this one. For more on Bittercube and to get in on their NEW subscription service, visit www.bittercube.com.