Lake Effect

Tuesday on Lake Effect : We learn about some of the supplies and weaponry the Milwaukee Police Department is requesting for the Democratic National Convention. Then, a new study finds that Americans feel more unhappy and isolated today than in nearly 50 years. We learn about Black Leaders Organizing for Communities and their efforts to engage voters. Plus, Madison children’s book author Pat Zietlow Miller talks about her new story, “My Brother The Duck.” Guests: Jeramay Janene, president of

Monday on Lake Effect : We hear from the secretary for the Democratic National Committee about what to expect from the scaled down convention. Then, we look at a new report about affordable housing in the City of Milwaukee. We learn some summer garden maintenance tips and the right time to pick your veggies. And, how local arts organizations are putting masks and face shields in the hands of frontline workers. Guests: Jason Rae, secretary for the Democratic National Committee Joe Peterangelo,

This weekend on Lake Effect : The chairman of the City of Wauwatosa’s Equity and Inclusion Commission talks about how they are pushing for change. Then, two Black women of trans experience discuss the many inequities facing transgender people. Plus, we learn about the Milwaukee Art Museum’s plan to reopen and how the pandemic has changed their business model. Guests: Sean Lowe, chairman of the Equity and Inclusion Commission for the City of Wauwatosa Elle Halo, LGBTQ health equity advocate and

Thursday on Lake Effect : We learn how the pared down DNC will impact hotels in Milwaukee and get a firsthand perspective from the general manager of the Iron Horse Hotel. Then, a former Milwaukee police officer talks about the structural changes that need to happen to address police brutality. Plus, we learn how the the Parking Lot Theatre project came to be. Guests: Tom Daykin, reporter covering commercial real estate for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Bob Lambert, general manager of the Iron

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We learn how two recent decisions from the Wisconsin Supreme Court could impact the power of the executive branch. Then, two women talk about their experiences as Black and trans people, and the many inequities faced by transgender people. Plus, we learn about a coronavirus children’s book inspired by a writing competition. Guests: Paul Nolette, associate professor and chair in the Department of Political Science at Marquette University Elle Halo, community activist

Tuesday on Lake Effect : We talk with Milwaukee County Sheriff Earnell Lucas about police accountability. We look at how Milwaukee hosting the DNC could help Democrats win Wisconsin. Plus, we speak with the chef and owner of Lazy Susan on the challenges of keeping a restaurant running during a pandemic. Guests: Sheriff Earnell Lucas, Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Department Christopher Mann, political scientist at Skidmore College AJ Dixon, chef and owner of Lazy Susan

Monday on Lake Effect : We look at how businesses in Milwaukee will be affected by a pared down Democratic National Convention. Then, the chairman of the city of Wauwatosa’s Equity and Inclusion Commission talks about ways they are pushing for change. We learn about the Milwaukee Art Museum’s plan to reopen and how the pandemic has changed their business model. Plus, we look at some research on how cats may be able to spread the Coronavirus. Guests: Val Sibilkov, Hans G. Storr associate

This weekend on Lake Effect : We look at the new Journal Sentinel series “Milwaukee’s Promise.” Bubbler Talk explores privacy concerns as the Wisconsin court system has shifted many of its hearings online. Then we learn about a new exhibit at the Cedarburg Art Museum featuring Black art collectors. Plus, meet the new President and CEO of the Marcus Performing Arts Center, Kendra Whitlock Ingram. Guests: James Causey, Ideas Lab reporter at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Bubbler Talk (series)

Thursday on Lake Effect : A local respiratory therapist talks about her experiences caring for COVID-19 patients out east. Then, we learn about how the Wisconsin Elections Commission is helping people vote by mail in the November election. We meet two local entrepreneurs who created a market-based solution to extreme poverty with fruit that would have gone to waste. Plus, an essay pays tribute to comedy legends Jerry Stiller and Fred Willard. Guests: Nou Thao, respiratory therapist Megan Wolfe,

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We look at the new series “Milwaukee’s Promise,” with reporter James Causey from the Journal Sentinel . Then, we learn about different strategies to civil disobedience and what makes a protest successful. Plus, we meet the new President and CEO of the Marcus Performing Arts Center, Kendra Whitlock Ingram. Guests: James Causey, Ideas Lab reporter at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Pamela Oliver, professor emerita of Sociology at UW-Madison Kendra Whitlock Ingram,