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The Lake Effect Spotlight podcast features some of our favorite conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.Learn more about Lake Effect here.... more
FAQs about Lake Effect Spotlight:How many episodes does Lake Effect Spotlight have?The podcast currently has 468 episodes available.
May 12, 2025'What matters is measured': Black kids make up 96% of youth correctionsData points often inform budgets and policy. They can also be a tool for transparency. That’s what happened when Milwaukee County recently released its dashboard showing racial demographics of youth in County corrections. Ninety-six percent were Black. Zero percent were white....more11minPlay
May 09, 2025Celebrating print media, DIY publishing and free expression with Milwaukee Zine FestWUWM Digital Producer Graham Thomas spoke to vendors and librarians at Milwaukee Zine Fest — an event celebrating print media, DIY publishing and free expression....more11minPlay
May 07, 2025Summer is prime time to visit the Apostle Islands National LakeshoreThe Apostle Islands offer some of the most stunning views in the state. You'll find miles of shoreline with unique features like sea caves and sandstone cliffs....more18minPlay
May 05, 2025How the Milwaukee community came together to support LGBTQ pioneer Sharon DixonThroughout her career, Sharon Dixon has been involved with nearly every women’s bar in Milwaukee. After decades of serving her community, Dixon was recently in need of their support in return....more18minPlay
May 02, 2025Cesar Chavez BID to hold Cinco de Mayo street festival and marketCesar Chavez BID has organized a street festival and market to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in a safe way — blocking off the street with vendors and activities for people of all ages....more9minPlay
April 30, 2025One year later: Reflecting on UWM's pro-Palestinian student encampmentOne year ago, student-led protesters started an encampment at UW-Milwaukee, protesting the war in Gaza. It was one of many such encampments on college campuses across the country. What can be learned from that time and what’s changed in the last year?...more12minPlay
April 28, 2025Chirp Chat: The dazzling colors of warbler season in WisconsinWarblers are small songbirds that are among the most celebrated by birders for their flashy colors and sweet songs. But most warblers only spend a few weeks in Milwaukee....more16minPlay
April 25, 2025'Group Chat': Desperately seeking Milwaukee's Film FestThis month's Group Chat features two Susans of film: Susan Kerns, executive director of Milwaukee Film and legendary filmmaker Susan Seidelman. They have a conversation about everything from being the first to cast Madonna for the film "Desperately Seeking Susan" to the power of film festivals....more15minPlay
April 24, 2025Bringing together environmental and economic justice to address climate, lead crises in MilwaukeeBlueGreen Alliance's Richard Diaz discusses the relationship between environmental justice and infrastructure issues in Milwaukee....more10minPlay
April 21, 2025World legends with Wisconsin roots explored in new book, 'Wisconsin Idols'From the famous to the little-known, Robbins hopes readers can appreciate how Wisconsin has been a crossroad for people who have changed the world....more16minPlay
FAQs about Lake Effect Spotlight:How many episodes does Lake Effect Spotlight have?The podcast currently has 468 episodes available.