Wednesday on Lake Effect : Bookseller Daniel Goldin has suggestions for the demanding reader on your list in our long-awaited list of books for holiday gift-giving. We’ll explore the history of women warriors over the centuries and what led them to their roles. Plus, local musicians Kim Robertson and Brett Lipshutz share some Celtic music for the holiday season. Guests: Daniel Goldin, Boswell Book Company Dawn Sher Thomae, Milwaukee Public Museum Celtic harpist Kim Robertson & mutli

Tuesday on Lake Effect : What's in it for the United States to go it alone and recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel - and who might be the shrewdest member of the Trump Administration when it comes to Middle Eastern policy? Later, why some Milwaukee middle and high school students were so excited for a visit from a German hip-hop band. And we consider the art of being still in the midst of our busy lives. Guests: Art Cyr, Lake Effect foreign policy contributor Einshoch6, band Erin Maris,

Monday on Lake Effect : We feature a profile of the life and work of Hannah Rosenthal, who leads the Milwaukee Jewish Federation. The, how a fateful year for four authors shaped the future of literature. We learn about the innovative way the Milwaukee House of Correction equips inmates with skills to thrive when they finish their sentences. Plus award-winning writer and director Rob Schrab remembers his roots in the early 90s comedy scene in Milwaukee. Guests: Dan Simmons, writer Bill Goldstein,

This weekend on Lake Effect : We'll take a look at our interest in sports through a philosophical filter. Then, why the provocative play Major Barbara is emblematic of its playwright, George Bernard Shaw. Plus we'll have the latest edition of our storytelling series Ex Fabula. Guests: Simon Critchley, author, What We Think About When We Think About Soccer Rebecca Holderness, Major Barbara director Ex Fabula

Friday on Lake Effect : A Wisconsin company lets people travel across the world to volunteer, while not giving up their day jobs. Novelist Elizabeth Berg explains the genesis of her new title character, Arthur Truluv, and we’ll sit down with musician Patty Larkin as she prepares to record her 14th album. Guests: Ann Davis, founder, Venture With Impact Elizabeth Berg, author, The Story of Arthur Truluv Patty Larkin, musician

Thursday on Lake Effect : The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation and Marquette University team up to focus on social innovation in the state. Later, why some are closely watching the future of a hiking trail through a Milwaukee County park. A performance from Milwaukee singer-songwriter Micah Olsan and then, Milwaukee Magazine ’s Ann Christenson brings us a guide to the best cocktails in the city. Guests: Laura Heisler, director of programming, Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation; Kelsey

Wednesday on Lake Effect : The daughter of a Milwaukee civil rights icon discusses what it's like to edit her father's writing. Later, what Presidential scholar Jeff Engel learned about international crises by studying the Presidency of George HW Bush. And ahead his appearance in Milwaukee, singer and rapper Matisyahu reflects on his new album and where music is taking him. Guests: Daphne Barbee-Wooten, editor, Justice for All: Selected Writings of Lloyd A. Barbee Jeffrey Engel, author, When the

Tuesday on Lake Effect : We have a conversation with the journalist who managed the investigation that uncovered the Panama Papers, which led to the resignation of two world leaders. Then, why the provocative "Major Barbara" is emblematic of its playwright, George Bernard Shaw. Plus writer Katherine Rundell goes on an adventure along with her characters on a trek through the Amazon. Guests: Marina Walker Guevara, deputy director, International Consortium of Investigative Journalists Katherine

Monday on Lake Effect : A look at some of the lesser-known aspects of criminal sentencing and impact of collateral consequences. Then, astronaut Kathy Sullivan describes the unique feeling of walking in space. Later, a look at sports through a philosophical filter and cellist Robert Cohen discusses his work with the Fine Arts Quartet. Guests: Jack Chin, University of California - Davis Kathy Sullivan, former astronaut Simon Critchley, author, What We Think About When We Think About Soccer Robert

This weekend on Lake Effect : How a Milwaukee college is setting out to measure whether its graduates are truly ready for the work world. Then, film critic Dave Luhrssen says the film Lady Bird represents a triumph for coming-of-age films, and for its director, Greta Gerwig. Plus, we have the latest editions of Radio Chipstone and our storytelling series, Ex Fabula. Guests: Carole Chabries, Alverno College Dave Luhrssen, Lake Effect film contributor Matt McHugh & Gianofer Fields, Radio