Lake Effect

Friday on Lake Effect : We say goodbye to Bonnie North by revisiting three of her favorite segments from over the years. We start with a look back at the Rwandan genocide, what the world has learned from it, and the justice that came afterwards. Then, there was a lot that divided people during the Vietnam War, but we look at the one thing that united people: music. And Irish guitar virtuoso Shane Hennessy visits the Lake Effect performance studio. Guest: Carine Kaneza Nantulya, Africa Advocacy

Thursday on Lake Effect : A new report finds a 55-percent increase in antisemitic incidents around the state. We’ll break down the findings. Then, we learn about some local “SHEroes,” through a project inspired by the play, Eclipsed , at the Milwaukee Rep. New data finds many children of color in Wisconsin go to schools with no teachers who look like them. Plus, we listen to some new, local music with Milwaukee Record’s Matt Wild. Guests: Elana Kahn, director, Jewish Community Relations Council

Wednesday on Lake Effect : A relatively new charity called All-In Milwaukee is trying to bolster the number of low-income students of color with college degrees. We’ll hear from students who are benefiting from the scholarships. Then we learn about how women in the beer industry are supporting each other and combating the misconceptions they face. Plus children’s book writer Linda Sue Park’s latest novel examines the classic western frontier experience through the eyes of a Chinese-American girl

Tuesday on Lake Effect : A new report looks at the disparity between Black and White driving deaths in Wisconsin. Then, the inventors of a new app are hoping it can bring new customers to black businesses. We speak with the co-authors of the new book Aftershock , which examines the last year of World War II through the eyes of soldier photographers. And we break down the five things to do this month in Milwaukee. Guests: Mark Sommerhauser, policy researcher, Wisconsin Policy Forum Paul

Monday on Lake Effect : The executive director of the Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee reflects on the recent mass shooting at Molson Coors. Then, astronomy contributor Jean Creighton explains the nature of science. We have the latest episode of the series How Did You Do That? features a Milwaukee entrepreneur whose company has had a hand in building both the Fiserv Forum and the Northwestern Mutual Tower. Plus, how one Wisconsin company is recreating historical plants and foods.

This weekend on Lake Effect : As we wrap up Black History Month we revisit our series "Black Women Firsts." We hear from three black women who were the first to hold their respective positions, including state superintendent, Carolyn Stanford Taylor. Then, we chat with the first black female president of Marquette University’s School of Dentistry. And the artist in residence at the Pfister Hotel talks about how she’s using her role to inspire others. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores Milwaukee's

Friday on Lake Effect : A Milwaukee Public Schools teacher’s Black History Month project teaches students an important lesson about representation and their value through photography. Dog musher, Blair Braverman, talks about what it takes to race in the Iditarod. Our Fit For You series explores the practice of floating and how it can potentially help those struggling with PTSD. Plus, gardening expert Melinda Myers talks about caring for indoor plants. Guests: Terrance Sims, Milwaukee College

Thursday on Lake Effect : We break down the events at Molson Coors that led to one of the deadliest shootings in Wisconsin history. A representative from the Office of Violence Prevention talks about the lasting impact the shooting will have on the community. We revisit an episode of Precious Lives that introduces us to an unlikely advocate for expanding background checks for gun buyers. And a survivor of a school shooting shares her perspective on gun control. Guests: Angelina Mosher-Salazar,

Wednesday on Lake Effect : Our climate change conversations continue with a look at how people living along Lake Michigan are being impacted by climate change. Our Family Recipes series takes a look at the classic devil’s food cake from the perspective of growing up on a dairy farm. Plus, an in studio performance and conversation with Holy Pinto. Guests: Paul Roebber, distinguished professor of atmospheric science, UW-Milwaukee Family Recipes Aymen Saleh, Holy Pinto

Tuesday on Lake Effect : Our ‘Black Women Firsts’ series wraps up with a conversation with the current artist in residence at the Pfister Hotel, the first black woman to hold the position. Then, we learn about the effects of prison gerrymandering in Wisconsin from a reporter who dove into the topic for an episode of “Reveal.” A new report looks at the disparity between black and white driving deaths in Wisconsin, plus a child psychologist gives advice on how to pick the best summer camp for kids