Lake Effect

Monday on Lake Effect: The Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism examines the loophole in gun purchases in Wisconsin. Later, we answer the question: When it comes to studying coffee and your health, where do scientists begin? Then, Milwaukee writer Paul Salsini closes the book on characters who have inhabited six books in a series set in Tuscany with his most recent addition, The Fearless Flag Thrower. And we dispel some myths women deal with when it comes to working out. Guests: Alex

This weekend on Lake Effect: Coming up on the show today, a Shorewood woman spends part of her summer working in refugee camps in Greece. Then, just in time for Fiesta Mexicana, we learn about the bold flavors of Mexican-Jewish cuisine. Radio Chipstone goes to the Milwaukee Art Museum, and we’ll have the latest episode of our storytelling series Ex Fabula. Guests: Shana Davis, volunteer; Bonnie Petrie, WUWMPati Jinich, chef, cookbook author, and television hostMargaret Andera, Adjunct Curator of

Friday on Lake Effect: The Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee has a new director. We meet him and hear about expansion plans here and around the state. Then, our coffee series continues with a visit to Stone Creek kitchen and roasters. And local actress Jenny Wanasek reflects on a life in Milwaukee theater, and says the city is lucky to have so many selfless actors living and working here. Guests: Dr. Daniel Zomchek, Zablocki Veteran’s Administration Medical CenterStone Creek Coffee &

Thursday on Lake Effect: How coffee farming practices can have an impact on global bird populations. Later, we scale the scaffolding on the outside of the Basilica of St. Josaphat for a close-up look at its restoration work. Plus, we explore some of the lesser-told stories about Milwaukee’s history with Michail Takach, the author of a new book, LGBT Milwaukee: Images of Modern America. Guests: Dr. Robert Rice, Smithsonian Migratory Bird CenterMark Rohlfing, St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation Board

Wednesday on Lake Effect: Our coffee series continues with a unique look at some of the regulars who haunt coffee houses around Milwaukee. A former Milwaukee Brewer returns to Wisconsin as a film expert, and we visit an exhibit on the game of Mahjongg. Plus, singer-songwriter Trevor Borden discusses how growing up in East Africa to American parents shaped his music. Guests: Maayan Silver, Lake Effect contributorDavid Newmann, Alderaan CoffeeJohn Axford, curator, SportsBall!Julie Luchek, Jody

Tuesday on Lake Effect: A week and a half after Sylville Smith was shot and killed in the Sherman Park neighborhood, we talk with reporter Jabril Faraj of the Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service. Then, the Waukesha-based Mt Meru Coffee Project helps small coffee farmers in Tanzania. Our auto contributors discuss the merits of electric cars, and how the Tesla Model 3 could change the market. And we’ll have the latest episode of Precious Lives, our series on children and gun violence in Milwaukee.

Monday on Lake Effect: A Shorewood woman spends part of her summer working in refugee camps in Greece. Later, as he starts a dream job photographing National Parks, Milwaukee’s Jarob Ortiz shares what attracts him to photography. Our coffee series continues with a trip to Colectivo Coffee’s Troubadour Bakery. And for a Milwaukee cookbook author, the pictures she took were as important as the recipes she wrote. Guests: Shana Davis, International Rescue CommitteeJarob Ortiz, National Park

Friday on Lake Effect: In the wake of the demonstrations in Sherman Park, schools are getting ready to be part of the healing process. Later, writer Ellen Alden discovered a cache of letters from her ancestors in her attic and they inspired her first novel, Yours Faithfully, Florence Burke. And Celtic band, Barrule, music of the Isle of Man – like its geography – is kind of a crossroads. Guests: Leaders of the Milwaukee College Prep charter school network; Rachel Morello, WUWM education

Thursday on Lake Effect: Now is the summer of our discontent in Milwaukee. The unrest and violence that swept through Sherman Park seemed to shock the nation. But for many Milwaukeeans, it was a long time coming. We convene a panel to discuss the unrest for a special co-production with Milwaukee Public Television. Then, we’ll catch up with the founder of the internationally renowned Trinity Irish Dance Company, who says the seeds of their success were planted in Milwaukee. And we visit the

Wednesday on Lake Effect: Coming up on the show today, a new book says humane business practices are good for animals and good for business. We talk with Wayne Pacelle of the Humane Society of the United States. Then, you may love coffee – but do you know how many ways there are to make a cup? We go in search of the answer as part of our ongoing series on Milwaukee’s coffee scene. Plus, Wisconsin singer-songwriter J Hardin talks about getting past a crisis of confidence surrounding his music.