Lake Effect

Wednesday on Lake Effect: A new book illustrates the face of the civil rights movement in northern U.S. cities, including in Milwaukee. Then, the creator of the controversial artwork Eggs Benedict is back with a new work that celebrates Planned Parenthood. Essayist JF Riordan examines the divisions between rural and urban America. And Theatre Red launches a new play based on the real American pirate Anne Bonney. Guests: Mark Speltz, author, North of Dixie: Civil Rights Photography Beyond the

Tuesday on Lake Effect: Today on the show, we get a couple of views on climate change – one from a global recognized atmospheric scientist on why he’s speaking directly to politicians. Later, how the impact of climate change is being seen on lakes in Wisconsin. Plus, a commentator explains what he doesn’t get about selfie sticks, and we’ll hear the latest episode of Precious Lives. Guests: Doctor Ben Santer, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory atmospheric scientistGeorge Stone, natural

This weekend on Lake Effect: Milwaukee native and attorney, Kim Motley, opened her own practice in Afghanistan nearly eight years ago. She discusses the documentary based on her work, and explains how she connects with her clients. Then, NPR’s Shankar Vedantam explains how the revisions in social science research are like global exploration. Plus, we’ll have the latest episodes of Radio Chipstone and our storytelling series Ex Fabula. Guests: Kim Motley, founder, Motley Legal ServicesShankar

Friday on Lake Effect: County Executive Chris Abele talks about his call for a new vehicle registration fee and why he believes it’s crucial to the budget. Later, essayist Pam Nettleton remembers a dress with a notorious past. The Boulevard Theatre hearkens back to 1950s Milwaukee for its latest production, and we journey back to 1988 when Milwaukee played the role of Cleveland in an all-time great baseball movie. Plus, we have the latest edition of Bubbler Talk. Guests: Chris Abele, Milwaukee

Thursday on Lake Effect: A local professor helps teachers integrate local issues into the classroom. Later, a New Berlin psychiatrist explains how - and why - she integrates practices from Western medicine and other traditions. Then, the peculiar, logistical concerns of Renaissance Theaterwork’s season opener recounts the story of England’s infamous “Brides in the Bath” murders. And we’ll get a preview of one of the frothier events at this weekend’s Wisconsin Science Festival. Guests: Lynn

Wednesday on Lake Effect: WUWM Environmental Reporter, Susan Bence, gives an update on the International Joint Commission’s effort to restore the health of the Great Lakes. The Public Policy Forum analyzes proposed budgets for the city and county of Milwaukee. Then, dancers Rachel Malehorn and Jonathan Batista talk about working with the Milwaukee Ballet and creating a sense of community. And Jemele Hill and Michael Smith, recently named the new hosts of ESPN’s SportsCenter, talk about their

Tuesday on Lake Effect: Milwaukee native, Kim Motley, has been practicing law in Afghanistan for eight years. She explains how she approaches her cases, and uses both Afghani and Sharia law to the benefit of her clients. Later, the exquisite work of Wisconsin glass artist Beth Lipman is given a multidimensional perspective in an exhibit called “Once and Again,” at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee. Plus, we’ll have the latest installment in our Precious Lives series on gun violence in Milwaukee.

Monday on Lake Effect: The Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism examines how one weed killer is impacting drinking water in parts of the state. Then, NPR social science correspondent Shankar Vedantam explains how he helps connect academic research to people’s real lives. Later, we hear about the effort to return Milwaukee’s War Memorial Center to a place of prominence. And the author of a new food memoir opens a unique window on the Menomonee Tribe. Guests: Rachael Lallensack, “Failure

This weekend on Lake Effect: Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Bob Woodward, shares his observations on the state of the US presidency. Then, we have the latest episode of our storytelling series Ex Fabula. Plus, Milwaukee-based band, Dead Horses, joins us for an in-studio session and talk about their long-anticipated album, Cartoon Moon. Guests: Bob Woodward, journalist and associate editor, Washington PostEx Fabula, seriesDead Horses, bandSegments: Bob Woodward: This Is A Presidential

Friday on Lake Effect: We catch up with the new host of A Prairie Home Companion, musician Chris Thile, whose first show airs on Saturday. Then, Olympic speed skater, and former Milwaukeean, Sugar Todd works to cope with her first major injury. We have the latest edition of Bubbler talk, and English folk musicians Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker talk about their latest album, “Overnight.” Guests: Chris Thile, host, A Prairie Home CompanionSugar Todd, speed skaterBubbler Talk, seriesJosienne