Lake Effect

Thursday on Lake Effect : We update the story of a southwest Wisconsin town hit hard by flooding a decade ago, and again this month. Our astronomy contributor explains a pretty fundamental issue - what holds the sun together? We talk with the leader of the Milwaukee Community Sailing Center about making the sport accessible to all. Plus we explore why Harley's sound the way they do. Guests: Susan Bence (feature story) Jean Creighton, UWM Manfred Olson Planetarium Holly Church, MKE Community

Friday on Lake Effect : The late Matthew Hintz was a licensed artist for Harley-Davidson until his death in December. We look at a retrospective of his paintings and illustrations presented by his alma mater, MIAD. Later, author Pamela Druckerman discusses her book, There Are No Grown-Ups: A Midlife Coming-of-Age Story . A local anti-hunger activist explains her inspiration for writing books for young readers. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the origins of some local place names. Guests: Adam Meuer,

Wednesday on Lake Effect : It’s not the first back-to-school time for Keith Posley, but it is his first as MPS superintendent. We hear about his ambitious plans for the district. Then, local playwright Angela Iannone talks about her play, "This Prison Where I Live" , and why the life of 19th century American actor Edwin Booth makes such compelling drama. And while Harley-Davidson riders are celebrating the company’s 115th anniversary this weekend, a Frenchman is riding a 100-year-old Harley to

Monday on Lake Effect : Madison is facing historic flooding problems, but how prepared is the Milwaukee area in the event of flood-causing torrential rains? Later, our "How Did You Do That?" podcast introduces us to Kyle Weatherly and his story of going from law student to Habitat for Humanity volunteer, to the leader of a company that made medical supplies. Plus we learn what brought philosopher Henry David Thoreau to Milwaukee - for exactly one night. Guests: Flood preparedness feature Kyle

Tuesday on Lake Effect : A national business writer tries to make sense of President Trump's very public battle with Harley-Davidson. Then we learn how digital device access can help teach kids critical thinking skills. Plus how portions of the UWM library's digital collections were used to create an art installation at the Villa Terrace Museum that was favorable for both artists and librarians. Guests: Bill Saporito, Inc. editor-at-large Nicole Dreiske, author, The Upside of Digital Devices:

This weekend on Lake Effect : The groundbreaking for the first park to be built in Milwaukee’s new Harbor District happened on Friday - we get a preview of what to expect once the park is completed. Then, find out how a South Dakota and an Arkansas native came together to form a group called Carolina Story. Plus we have the latest in our storytelling series, Ex Fabula. Guests: Dan Adams, Milwaukee Harbor District planning director; Susan Bence, WUWM Ben & Emily Roberts, Carolina Story (band)

Friday on Lake Effect : A new film looks at the influence of dark money on politics in Montana, Wisconsin, and across the country. Then, as Milwaukee Opera Theatre opens its newest production, Doc Danger and The Danger Squad , we talk with artistic director Jill Anna Ponasik about the company’s creative process. Wauwatosa writer Tom Matthews explains how a dream about his deceased father inspired him to write his novel, Raising the Dad. And Bubbler Talk looks at the current state of a former

Wednesday on Lake Effect : A New Zealander goes in search of a Wisconsin icon. Reporter Debbi McCullough takes an in-depth look at the past, present, and future of barns in Wisconsin, and introduces us to people using them in both traditional and enterprising ways. Later, how Wisconsin happened to become an important place in the development of a sport called Pickleball. And we'll meet the husband and wife Americana duo called Carolina Story. Guests: Wisconsin barns mini-documentary, Debbi

Thursday on Lake Effect : Our environmental reporter gives a preview of the first park that will be built in Milwaukee’s new Harbor District. Then, we look ahead at Milwaukee Fringe Festival at the Marcus Center this weekend. Plus, on stage at the Fringe Fest is a former member of Milwaukee’s legendary Theatre X, back with a brand-new show. Guests: Dan Adams, Milwaukee Harbor District planning director; Susan Bence, WUWM Jenny Benjamin, poetry contributor John Schneider & Eric Englebart,

Monday on Lake Effect : We unpack some of the new reforms at the Milwaukee Police Department, in light of the recent stop-and-frisk settlement agreement. Then, charter schools that contract with MPS sometimes disagree about how funding is distributed. A researcher digs into the numbers behind the controversy. Essayist Linda Flashinski reflects on how little we really know each other; a new initiative to light the Hoan bridge hopes to spur civic pride and revenue growth in the City of Milwaukee;