Lake Effect

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We learn how the remarkable work of Ear Hustle podcast producers Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods has changed since Woods was released from prison. Then, a human trafficking survivor explains why she started speaking about her experiences, and astronomy contributor Jean Creighton explains why it took humans so long to figure out that stars moved. Guests: Earlonne Woods & Nigel Poor, Ear Hustle Podcast Theresa Flores, founder, Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution

Wednesday on Lake Effect : A look at how the work of the Ear Hustle podcast has changed since producer Earlonne Woods was released from prison. Then, a human trafficking survivor explains why she started speaking about her experiences. Plus, astronomy contributor Jean Creighton explains why it took humans so long to figure out that stars move. Guests: Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods, co-producers, Ear Hustle podcast Theresa Flores, sex trafficking survivor and author of The Slave Across the Street

Tuesday on Lake Effect : We talk with film director and Milwaukee native John Ridley about No Studios’ first anniversary and its upcoming summit on arts and social justice. Then, a photographic exhibition at Milwaukee Public Library's central branch explores perception and blindness. Plus, a new book about Midwestern folklore explores the roots and legacy of the region’s most infamous legends. Guests: John Ridley, filmmaker and founder of No Studios Michael Nye, photographer BJ Hollars, author,

Monday on Lake Effect : Wisconsin's Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin explains why she voted to increase funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. Then, on Veterans Day, we talk with a health care reporter about why they believe attempts to privatize the Veterans Health Administration are a bad idea. And a Milwaukee nonprofit, Guitars for Vets, has grown from one chapter here to 43 chapters across the country. We look at its continuing expansion. Guests: Senator Tammy Baldwin Suzanne

Lake Effect Weekend: We learn about the roots and history of mass incarceration in the United States from researcher Reggie Jackson. Then, First Stage Theatre explains why they believe investing in new work is the least they can do for their audience. Plus film critic Ryan Jay joins us to talk about the new, slightly controversial Nazi satire, Jojo Rabbit . Guests: Reggie Jackson, head griot, America's Black Holocaust Museum Alvaro Saar Rios & Jim DeVita, playwrights; Jeff Frank, First Stage

Thursday on Lake Effect : A chat with local health insurance navigators about insurance literacy and Wisconsin’s most vulnerable people. Then, author Victor Grossman defected to East Germany in 1952 and didn’t return to the U.S. until 1994. He talks about his experiences in East Germany, and what it was like returning to his home country. Plus, comedian Lewis Black talks about what makes Wisconsin politics so unique. Guests: Adam VanSpankeren and Nik Duke, Covering Wisconsin Victor Grossman,

Wednesday on Lake Effect : An immigration attorney describes the challenges asylum seekers face in the U.S. Then, writer Anna Lardinois talks about her experience, researching some of Milwaukee's most influential women. We hear a song from musician Katie Dahl. Plus, film contributor Ryan Jay discusses the new, slightly controversial Nazi satire, Jojo Rabbit . Guests: Michelle Velasquez, cofounder and attorney, Civitas Law Group Anna Lardinois, Milwaukee-based writer Katie Dahl, musician Ryan Jay

Tuesday on Lake Effect : Local researchers discuss the pros and cons of medical marijuana in Wisconsin. Then, a look at some of the community events this month in Milwaukee’s central city and we discuss the scourge of the KK Can Opener. Our Beats Me series explores the historical and modern impact of Wisconsin's Native American community. And the folks from First Stage Theatre explain its dedication to producing new works. Guests: Ari Brown, data and research analyst, Wisconsin Policy Forum Adam

Monday on Lake Effect : Researcher Reggie Jackson talks about the roots of mass incarceration in the U.S. Then, cellist Robert Cohen talks about finding creativity in many places, particularly as he practices. Plus, actor and singer Mandy Patinkin discusses his work with refugees and his love of the Midwest. Guests: Reggie Jackson, head griot, America's Black Holocaust Museum Robert Cohen, On That Note contributor Many Patinkin, actor and singer

This weekend on Lake Effect : Economist and futurist Jason Schenker talks about the health of the American economy. Then, we meet two breast cancer survivors who are using art as a way to reflect their personal stories. Plus we learn about a new documentary that remembers Milwaukee’s Bronzeville neighborhood. Guests: Jason Schenker, economist & Prestige Economics president Kelly Gramblika & Tina Timm, breast cancer survivors & Rare Chair Affair artists Karen Slattery & Mark