Lake Effect

Tuesday on Lake Effect: We have advice from the ACLU on what you can do if you witness police violence during an arrest or at a protest. Then, we speak to a local photographer about what it's like to capture the ongoing protests in Milwaukee. We hear about how the tourism and hospitality industry is adjusting during the coronavirus pandemic. Plus, poet Louis Clark talks about his experience as a Native American child. Guests: Paige Fernandez, policing policy advisory for National ACLU Samer

Monday on Lake Effect : An epidemiologist gives her advice on how to protest safely in light of the coronavirus pandemic. Then, how a Wisconsin family-owned business is using an electronic message board on I-94 to make a statement about the protests. We learn what made Milwaukee a city where socialism worked for nearly half of the 20th century, despite being known as “sewer socialists.” Plus, how the pandemic is making weddings return to their roots. Guests: Dr. Laura Cassidy, research director

This Weekend on Lake Effect : Race and Ethnicity reporter Teran Powell hosts a virtual roundtable discussion with local community and political leaders to give some context to this week's protests. Then, we hear a special edition of NPR’s podcast Code Switch, which examines the country’s reaction to the death of George Floyd and other African Americans at the hands of police. Plus, a poem about white privilege. Guests: Markasa Tucker, director of the African American RoundTable; State Senator

Thursday on Lake Effect : A former Milwaukee police officer shares his perspective on recent protests and police-community relations. Then, for our 5 Things To Do in Milwaukee segment we talk about the mass demonstrations transforming our city. Plus, our Bonus Bubbler Talk segment looks at how Black Wisconsinites are almost 7 times more likely to die from COVID-19 than their white neighbors. Guests: Pardeep Singh Kaleka, executive director of the Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee Adam

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We hear from some of the voices at yesterday’s protest. Then, we learn about the history of Milwaukee’s civil rights protests and the relationship between the city’s police and our Black community. We look at how the current recession and political tensions have made economic mobility harder than ever. Plus, since schools closed in March, educators and students have been trying to figure out their “new normal.” Guests: Maayan Silver, WUWM News Reggie Jackson, head

Tuesday on Lake Effect : We learn about the early roots of U.S. policing. Then, we look at what’s going on at the Milwaukee County Zoo without its patrons. Plus, we listen to some of the best new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup. Guests: Gary Potter, professor emeritus at the School of Justice Studies at Eastern Kentucky University Chuck Wikenhauser, director of the Milwaukee County Zoo Matt Wild, co-founder of Milwaukee Record

Monday on Lake Effect : Race and Ethnicity reporter Teran Powell hosts a virtual roundtable discussion with local community and political leaders to give some perspective on this weekend's protests over the death of George Floyd and police brutality. We learn about legal observers at protests and demonstrations from the ACLU. Plus, a look at the history of the Milwaukee Police Department and how we got where we are today. Guests: Markasa Tucker, director of the African American RoundTable; State

This weekend on Lake Effect : We learn about the man who built the now infamous bunkers along the Milwaukee River. Bubbler Talk explores how segregation influences Coronavirus illnesses. Then, we hear how COVID-19 has changed Milwaukee Public Schools spending plan. Plus, as SpaghettiOs turns 55, we learn about the Waukesha-native who created them. Guests: Dan Simmons, journalist Bubbler Talk Anne Chapman and Rob Henken, Wisconsin Policy Forum Kyle Cherek, food historian

Thursday on Lake Effect : We hear from local Catholic nuns leading the charge on environmental justice, five years after Pope Francis made it a priority. Then, some tips on how to help ease your pets transition from having you at home, to spending the day alone. Plus, as SpaghettiOs turns 55 this month we learn about its creator — Waukesha-native Donald Goerke. And essayist Mel Miskimen wonders if she’s become too callous. Guests: Sister Kathleen Braun, leads the United States Province of the

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We hear how COVID-19 has changed Milwaukee Public Schools spending plan. Then, we learn how climate change is impacting how the seasons change and how you can see evidence of it right in your own backyard. Plus, gardening expert Melinda Myers gives tips on how to manage flooding by reshaping the landscape. Guests: Rob Henken and Anne Chapman, Wisconsin Policy Forum Paul Roebber and Mark Schwartz, UW-Milwaukee Melinda Myers, Lake Effect gardening contributor Jan Wilberg