Lake Effect

Tuesday on Lake Effect : As many Wisconsinites continue to work from home, we look at the future of office buildings. Then, we learn about the man who built the now infamous bunkers along the Milwaukee River. How Brett Favre is trying to make amends after receiving money tied to a massive embezzlement scheme in Mississippi. And how local journalism is struggling during the coronavirus pandemic. Guests: Tom Daykin, commercial real estate reporter for Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Dan Simmons, local

Monday on Lake Effect: We speak with the co-authors of a book that examines the last year of World War II through the eyes of soldier photographers. Then, a veteran who served three tours in Afghanistan talks about why he believes the U.S. military should withdraw troops. Plus, we look at how therapists are helping others cope with the pandemic while managing it themselves. Guests: Richard Cahan and Mark Jacob, co-authors, of Aftershock: The Human Toll of War Sam Rogers, coalitions director of

This Weekend on Lake Effect: We hear from UW-Milwaukee Chancellor Mark Mone about how the university is planning for the future. Then, we learn how Near West Side Partners are working with businesses in their neighborhoods. Plus, an essay about mindfulness. And our auto contributor reminds us to care for our cars while we shelter at home. Guests: Mark Mone, Chancellor of UW-Milwaukee Keith Stanley, executive director of Near West Side Partner; Kelsey Otero, co-chair of the Commercial Corridor

Friday on Lake Effect : We explore ways the Wisconsin Election Commission could improve mail-in voting and avoid the issues we saw in the April 7 primary. Then, we look at the future of the Democratic National Convention and the possibility of a partly virtual convention. Our Fit For You series features a former doctor who is committing himself to walking 125 miles in 10 days for a cause. Plus, a local doctor talks about his experience teaching medical students during COVID-19, outside of a

Thursday on Lake Effect: We look at the different ways communities memorialize mass shootings in Wisconsin. Researchers have found the virus that causes COVID-19 in wastewater, we learn how that’s impacting sewage treatment. Our auto contributor reminds us not to forget about our cars while we shelter at home. Plus, we look at the efforts to regulate CBD products. Guest: Adam Rogan, local journalist Kevin Shafer, executive director of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Mark Savage,

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We have a first hand account of what it’s like to be a COVID-19 survivor in Milwaukee. Then astronomy contributor Jean Creighton talks about a new black hole discovery. Plus, we learn how Near West Side Partners are working with businesses in their neighborhoods, as they look to the future. Guests: Danielle Nelson, COVID-19 survivor Jean Creighton, Lake Effect astronomy contributor Keith Stanley, executive director of Near West Side Partners; Kelsey Otero, co-chair of

Tuesday on Lake Effect: We hear from UW-Milwaukee Chancellor Mark Mone about how the university is planning for the future and how they’re dealing with the fallout from the pandemic. Then, we continue the conversation on how indigenous people have managed the coronavirus and past pandemics. Plus, Milwaukee Record’s Tyler Maas tells us about Wisconsin’s nearly 30 state symbols and icons. Guests: Mark Mone, UW-Milwaukee Chancellor Heather Brugel, indigenous historian and writer Tyler Maas, co

Monday on Lake Effect : A virologist discusses COVID-19 and the impact of safer-at-home orders which seemed to be working in Wisconsin. Then, we hear how indigenous farming practices have proven to be a sign of resilience — not only in the face of genocide, but also during a global pandemic. Then, Madison children’s book author Pat Zietlow Miller talks about her new story, My Brother The Duck. Plus, how a family of great horned owls in Shorewood is giving families a break from the pandemic.

This weekend on Lake Effect: We learn how the coronavirus outbreak is affecting the meat industry. Bubbler Talk looks at how food pantries have adjusted during the pandemic. Then, a local distiller talks about the transition to making hand sanitizer to help ease the nation-wide shortage. Plus a tribute to improvisation master and UW-Madison jazz instructor Joan Wildman who passed away last month. Guests: Dan Schafer, professor of animal sciences at UW-Madison Bubbler Talk, series Brian Sammons,

Friday on Lake Effect : We unpack what the state Supreme Court’s ruling on the statewide safer-at-home order means for Wisconsinites. Contributor Kyle Cherek talks about the stark changes and shifting reality the hospitality industry faces. Plus, we learn how cats may be able to spread the coronavirus. Guests: Paul Nolette, associate professor and chair of the Department of Political Science at Marquette University Kyle Cherek, Lake Effect food contributor Peter Halfmann, research associate