Lake Effect

Thursday on Lake Effect : We learn how the coronavirus pandemic is impacting Wisconsin’s dairy farmers. Then, although these have been trying times for all of us, pandemic dystopia is something that science fiction writers have been considering forever. Plus, how sharing a passion for your profession can help keep a relationship healthy. Guests: Cheri & Ryan Klussendorf, owners of Broadlands Grass Farm David D. Levine, science fiction writer Dave Kozlowski, Lake Effect farming contributor

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We learn how a project out of UW-Madison is connecting hospitals with face shields and companies that can help manufacture them. Then, we learn why librarians face higher rates of mental illness than others. Plus, a scientist formerly with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources explains the efforts to remove gray wolves from the federal endangered species list. Guests: Justin Boutilier, assistant professor in industrial and systems engineering at UW-Madison

Tuesday on Lake Effect : 11th-hour decisions about the election create confusion for voters across the state. Then, the Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin recommends how to reward businesses helping consumers during the pandemic, and how to spot scams. And while Milwaukee has an impressive music scene and big events like Summerfest, we've been lacking a written anthology of our music history - until now. Guests: Maayan Silver, WUWM Jim Temmer, President & CEO of Better Business Bureau of

Monday on Lake Effect : Local journalism is struggling as the economy faces a downturn. We see how publications in Milwaukee are faring. Then, a look at how President Trump’s rhetoric impacts the work of foreign diplomats. Plus, researchers at the Medical College of Wisconsin are looking at the barriers that prevent young black gay and bisexual men from seeking HIV prevention treatment. Guest: Louis Fortis, editor and publisher of Shepherd Express Nicholas Kralev, executive director of the

This weekend on Lake Effect : The CDC has come to Milwaukee to investigate the spread of COVID-19 in the especially hard hit areas on the city’s north side. We learn how they’re hoping to track the spread of the virus. Bubbler Talk explores best practices for social distancing outside in state parks. Then, what you can do to make your upcoming stimulus check last. Plus a new art project explores questions about democracy and citizenship through photos of and conversations with Milwaukeeans.

Friday on Lake Effect : We learn how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting Immigration and Customs Enforcement. We hear lessons from the last great American pandemic: the Spanish flu of 1918. Then, an essay about how hearing loss can lead to its own kind of isolation. Plus, a special stay-at-home edition of our monthly segment that features enticing events in the city of Milwaukee. Guests: Tim Muth, staff attorney for the ACLU of Wisconsin Nancy Hill, museum manager at the Mutter Museum at the

Thursday on Lake Effect : We hear from the State Supreme Court candidates hoping to be elected to a ten-year term in Tuesday’s election. And as cases of the coronavirus continue to spread across the globe, so do instances of racism against Asian people. A new art project explores questions about democracy and citizenship through photos of and, conversations with, Milwaukeeans. Plus, we learn the origins of the bedside Bible in hotels. Guests: Judge Jill Karofsky Justice Daniel Kelly Rachel Buff,

Wednseday on Lake Effect : The two candidates hoping to take over as the new Milwaukee County executive talk about their plans to handle the lasting impact the coronavirus pandemic will have on the community. Then, the CDC has come to Milwaukee to investigate the spread of COVID-19 in the especially hard hit areas on the city’s north side. Plus, a local realty agent explains how the pandemic may have a lasting impact on her work. Guests: State Sen. Chris Larson State Rep. David Crowley Ann

Tuesday on Lake Effect : Milwaukee’s mayoral candidates talk about their approach to tackling the coronavirus outbreak in the city. Then, our Fit For You series explores apothecary yoga and how it naturally brings two traditional practices together. Plus, our monthly Milwaukee Music Roundup includes some special and timely songs. Guests: Mayor Tom Barrett, Milwaukee mayoral candidate State Sen. Lena Taylor, Milwaukee mayoral candidate Molly Sommerhalder, founder of Swan in the Lotus Yoga and

Monday on Lake Effect: Tips on ways to make your upcoming stimulus check last. Then, we learn about the creation of the Harmony Test, a noninvasive prenatal test for birth defects. We find out what’s so special about a new, rare coffee that made its way to Milwaukee. Plus, a lesson about kindness during the Coronavirus pandemic. Guests: Tony Drake, financial planner Dr. Aoy Tomia, professor of surgery and biomedical engineering at the Medical College of Wisconsin Al Liu, Colectivo's vice