Lake Effect

Wednesday on Lake Effect : Milwaukee County’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is responsible for the smooth running of many things, including our paramedics. Founding director, Christine Westrich, how OEM operates. Then, as Milwaukee prepares to host the first national cricket league competition, we learn about the sport. And even though musician Brett Newski has performed all over the world, he explains why he's happy to call Milwaukee home. Guests: Christine Westrich, founding director,

Tuesday on Lake Effect : Representatives for the International Joint Committee kick off their Great Lakes tour in Milwaukee. Then, why HPV vaccination rates remain low and the overall impact of the virus. Beats Me looks at the lack of black male physicians and how that affects patient outcomes. And Milwaukee Magazine’s pet feature explores the appeal of non-traditional pets, like scorpions and cockroaches. Guests: Jane Corwin, U.S. chair, International Joint Commission; Pierre Béland, Canadian

Monday on Lake Effect : The U.S. Supreme Court recently found that partisan gerrymandering cases are non-justiciable by federal courts. Expert David Daley explains that decision and what it will mean for the future of gerrymandering. Then, cellist Robert Cohen talks about how his aging body impacts his work. Essayist JF Riordan pleads for public quiet, and novelist Bill Zaferos explains how a period of bipolar mania fueled his new novel. Guests: David Daley, author, Ratf**ked: Why Your Vote

This weekend on Lake Effect : John Gurda has become synonymous with Milwaukee history, but today we’ll talk to him about his own history. Then, we talk with the medical director of the Froedtert and Medical College of Wisconsin Inclusion Health Clinic, the first here to focus on the needs of the LGBTQ community. Plus we chat with the painter Marc Chagall’s granddaughter about his circus works currently on view in Milwaukee. Guests: John Gurda, historian Dr. Andrew Petroll, Medical Director of

Friday on Lake Effect : A report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum looks at the many infrastructure needs facing the Milwaukee-area. Then, a Rohingya refugee talks about their experience living in Milwaukee for our I'm An American series. Later, how the host housing program for the Tour of America’s Dairyland benefits more than just the cyclists. And a local, private archive contains many hundreds of LGBTQ+ stories not found in other media. Guests: Rob Henken, president, Wisconsin Policy Forum I'm

Thursday on Lake Effect : Former Milwaukee psychiatrist looks at the science of PTSD, in order to clear up some misconceptions. Then, as we approach the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing, astronomy contributor Jean Creighton talks about the technology that had to be invented in order to make it happen. Plus, our podcast on entrepreneurship speaks with Milwaukee Native Andy Nunemaker, who left a corporate career at GE to run a small start up called EMSystems. Guests: Shaili Jain,

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We learn about pancreatic cancer and its impact on Wisconsinites. Although relatively rare, the cancer is deadly. Then, our Fit For You series visits a new wellness center dedicated to serving aging adults. Plus, how Milwaukee area novelist Nick Petrie continues to be pleasantly surprised by the success of his Peter Ash novels. Guests: Dr. Douglas Evans, chair of the Department of Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin & pancreatic cancer expert Anna Schmidt,

Tuesday on Lake Effect : John Gurda has become synonymous with Milwaukee history, but today we’ll talk to him about his personal history. Then, a conversation with animation voice actor Rob Paulsen, who survived throat cancer and relearned how to use his voice. And we visit Milwaukee artist Madeline Glaspey’s new art gallery and teaching space in Cudahy called Find Your Light. Guests: John Gurda, historian Rob Paulsen, voice actor Madeline Glaspey, Find Your Light Art School & Gallery

Monday on Lake Effect : The new president and CEO of the Milwaukee Public Museum discusses their plans for a new building and her vision for the future of the institution. Then, we chat with the painter Marc Chagall’s granddaughter about his circus works currently on view in Milwaukee. Plus, a documentary about the real Green Book makes the point that not all racism took place in the South. Guests: Dr. Ellen Censky, CEO and president, Milwaukee Public Museum Bella Meyer, granddaughter of artist

This weekend on Lake Effect : New York Times best selling author Mary Alice Williams discusses what drives her writing. Then, Radio Chipstone learns about the art project Office of Oceanic Feeling in Madison. Plus, we have an in studio performance from Milwaukee musicians Hayward Williams and J. Hardin. Mary Alice Monroe, author, The Summer Guests Radio Chipstone (series) Shaun Ranft, essayist Hayward Williams & J Hardin, Coyote Brothers