Lake Effect

Thursday on Lake Effect : We hear from the executive director of BLOC about how they encouraged civic engagement in 2020 and what they’re focusing on now that the election cycle has ended. Then, local artist Dick Blau shares his latest project “Milwaukee Night and Day,” a photo-film that captures 10 years of scenes from downtown. We learn how to get rid of spider mites, and why winter leaves houseplants so vulnerable to these pests. Plus, give you some new music to check out in the Milwaukee

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We learn about the legal concerns surrounding employer-mandated vaccinations. Then, a healthcare worker explains what getting the vaccine means to him. We hear from local voters about what they hope for with the new administration. Plus, we talk to a local bike shop owner about how business has boomed during the pandemic. Guests: Barbara Zabawa, clinical assistant professor at UW-Milwaukee Mike Groom, emergency room RN in Kenosha Van Mobley, Thiensville Village

Tuesday on Lake Effect : We look at what mild, winter temperatures could mean for our region and how they may be related to climate change. We examine a new report on the number of people graduating with STEM degrees and the disparities in the field. Bubbler Talk looks at how mental health care is provided in Milwaukee. Plus, we meet the owners of a new plant shop in Milwaukee focused on sustainability. And we meet two filmmakers behind a virtual exploration of Milwaukee. Guests: Paul Roebber,

Monday on Lake Effect : We speak with the owner of Minocqua Brewing Company about what led to him founding a Super PAC. We learn how at-home COVID-19 testing will work. We look back at the early career of legendary baseball player, Hank Aaron. We look at what it takes for aging athletes, like Aaron Rodgers, to maintain an elite level of gameplay. Plus, we speak with the musicians behind the updated polka, “I Love My Green Bay Packers.” Guests: Kirk Bangstad, owner of Minocqua Brewing Company

Thursday on Lake Effect : We look at what we know and don’t know about how the COVID-19 vaccine could help return life to a pre-pandemic normal. We hear a local healthcare worker’s experience receiving the vaccine. We look back at past threats against the U.S. Capitol. We continue our conversations with racial justice activists and their hopes for the movement in 2021. Plus, we meet the hosts of NPR’s history podcast Throughline, which is making the jump from podcast to radio. Guest: Dr. Carlos

Tuesday on Lake Effect : We go over the top 5 research findings of 2020 from the Wisconsin Policy Forum. We hear from a racial justice activist about how the movement continues in the new year and a Milwaukee healthcare worker describes her experience getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Then, we learn about World War II on film and the popularity of micro weddings. Plus, Bubbler Talk is back with a tribute to basement bars. Guests: Rob Henken, president of the Wisconsin Policy Forum Andro Jacobs,

Thursday on Lake Effect : We look at comparisons between the Act 10 protests in Madison and the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Then, we talk about the power rhetoric has when it comes from elected officials. We meet the first Asian-American person elected to the state legislature and hear her plans to push for more equitable laws. Plus, a look back at the latest Listen MKE which featured local leaders talking about their experiences with COVID-19. Guests: Mary Spicuzza, investigative

Tuesday on Lake Effect: We look at the history of public mental health funding and what it looks like today. We learn what purple, bipartisan solutions to America’s healthcare system could look like. Plus, we explore tips on how to boost your immunity during this cold and flu season. Guests: Zeb Larson, historian Dan Sem, author of Purple Solutions: A Bipartisan Roadmap to Better Healthcare in America Josh Knox, clinical Associate Professor at Marquette University’s physician assistant program

Monday on Lake Effect : We look at the last year in commercial real estate here in Milwaukee, and the unexpectedly small impact of the pandemic. We talk about how our city’s environment could permanently change as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. We hear about a bilingual book of poetry created during a time of isolation. And we check back in with Lazy Susan chef and owner AJ Dixon, to see how shifting her restaurant to carry-out only has been working. Plus, some tips on how to care for

Thursday on Lake Effect: We get analysis on the riots in Washington D.C. from a national security expert. Then, we’ll explore the past year of Wisconsin politics, and look at the power struggle between Governor Tony Evers and Republicans in the legislature. We hear from the outgoing executive director of the Milwaukee Election Commission and his hopes for future elections in the city. Plus, look at some events happening in Milwaukee this month, including one of the nation’s oldest celebrations