Lake Effect

Tuesday on Lake Effect : With the stage set for this fall’s elections, we explore how Wisconsin’s polarized political climate evolved over the last decade. Then, how two Milwaukee men take a common ingredient from their native Pakistan and make it a key part of a beverage aimed at health-conscious American consumers. Plus, find out what a country music and TV star from Ireland will film in Wisconsin this fall as part of a reality show. Guests: Dan Kaufman, author, The Fall of Wisconsin: The

This weekend on Lake Effect : El Salvador has some of the strictest laws against abortion of any country in the world. We talk with a group of Wisconsinites who traveled there and learned how restrictions to abortion access to impact women here in the U.S. Then, we revisit an in-studio concert by Nova Scotian musicians Mary Jane Lamond and Wendy MacIsaac, who explore and perform Scottish working songs. Plus, we have the latest in our storytelling series, Ex Fabula. Guests: State Senator LaTonya

Friday on Lake Effect : A look at the quiet epidemic of sexually transmitted infections in the Milwaukee-area. Then, the director of Milwaukee's Office of Violence Prevention discusses the increase in violent crime this summer. Bubbler Talk answers a question about the origins of the trash on Lake Michigan's shoreline. Plus, Nova Scotian band, The Stanfields, performs in studio. Guests: Mary Spicuzzi, reporter, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Reggie Moore, director of the City of Milwaukee's Office

Wednesday on Lake Effect : We recap the results from the primary election and look ahead to some of the tight races in Wisconsin this November. Then, in her latest novel, author Sheila Post uses her family history in the Dingle Peninsula to discuss some universal experiences of Irish-Americans. Plus Irish band Seo Linn give us a preview of their music as they prepare for their first appearance at Irish Fest. Guests: Lilly Goren, political analyst Sheila Post, author, Your Own Ones Seo Linn, band

Thursday on Lake Effect : We speak with the medical director of the Froedtert and Medical College of Wisconsin Inclusion Health Clinic. It’s the first clinic here to focus on the medical needs of the LGBTQ community. Then, historian John Gurda explains how while the Milwaukee River is now a mecca for kayakers and paddle boarders, a century ago its conditions were quite different. Plus we have an in studio performance by Canada’s Shreem - a unique mix of fiddle tunes, hip hop, house, and beats.

Monday on Lake Effect : We take a look back at the 2010 east side explosion and fire that decimated a block of businesses, including a Milwaukee institution: Pizza Man. Then, we catch up with the Milwaukee/Chicago ensemble The Jason Seed Stringtet and get a preview of some new music. And another local musician, B-Free, gives us an in studio concert and explains why her musical partnership with her husband Quentin Farr has been so important to their work. Guests: Steven Potter, Milwaukee Magazine

Tuesday on Lake Effect : A look back at some of our favorite conversations with Wisconsin writers. First, Madison-based author, Chloe Benjamin, discusses her newest novel which tracks the lives of four siblings. Later, Milwaukee writer Nick Petrie explains why he's still stunned by the success of his Peter Ash novels. Plus, J.F. Riordan talks about Robert's Rules , her latest novel set on Washington Island. Guests: Chloe Benjamin, author, The Immortalists Nick Petrie, author, Light It Up J.F.

This weekend on Lake Effect : With Tuesday’s primary right around the corner, we analyze the three-way race for Milwaukee County Sheriff. Then, each of the candidates discusses why they decided to join the race. On Radio Chipstone , we meet Madison resident Shawn Padley, whose transition from female to male caused him to rethink just about everything. Plus, we have the latest edition of our storytelling series, Ex Fabula. Guests: Mordecai Lee, political analyst and former state lawmaker Earnell

Friday on Lake Effect : We wrap up our profiles of the eight Wisconsinites vying to be the Democratic nominee for governor. First, we hear from Madison Mayor Paul Soglin, then a conversation with State Senator Kathleen Vinehout. Later, film contributor Dave Luhrssen gives us a sneak preview of Spike Lee’s latest film, Black Klansman. We learn about efforts underway to digitize the Milwaukee Public Museum's collection, which is helping build a global database of scientific research. Plus, Bubbler

Thursday on Lake Effect : We continue our look at the Wisconsinites vying to be the Democratic nominee for governor. First, we hear from political newcomer Josh Pade and then we’ll have a conversation with former state representative Kelda Roys. Later, how Milwaukee Water Commons has changed since its inception. Then, why those who work in fine crafts depend on events like this weekend’s Morning Glory Fine Craft Fair. Guests: Josh Pade & Kelda Roys, Democratic gubernatorial nominees Ann