Multi-time National Champion Heavyweight Olympic boxer, diversity consultant and motivational speaker Cam F Awesome joins the Cripescast this week to talk about the importance of discussing race and racism in the Midwest.

Multi-instrumentalist, performing artist and producer Klassik joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week where they talk about building Milwaukee’s music scene, the importance of art education and finding inspiration in the Midwest. 

 

Follow Klassik on social @IAMKLASSIK and find more information at iamklassik.com.

Casey Creech, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer for Everlight Solar, comes on the Cripescast to discuss the solar power industry and how his company is working to make it accessible to all.

Resource recovery program manager for the City of Milwaukee, Samantha Longshore, joins the Cripescast this week to discuss the dos and don’ts when it comes to recycling and the impact it has on our environment. 

For more information, visit milwaukeerecycles.com or cityofmilwaukee.com.

Television writer, actor, and host of the podcast "Keep It!", Ira Madison III, joins Charlie this week to discuss content creation, podcasting, and growing up together in Milwaukee.

MKE Black’s co-founder, executive director, and board president, Rick Banks and director of strategic partnerships and initiatives, Ayrton Bryan, join the Charlie on the Cripescast this week. They talk about the work that MKE Black is doing, the importance of supporting Black owned businesses, and ways to help further their mission of promoting, advancing and empowering Black businesses in Milwaukee.

 

Find out more about MKE Black at mkeblack.org or download the app MKE Black.

 

Want to contribute to the movement? Please donate here to further support the MKE Black mission: https://mkeblack21.givesmart.com/

Milwaukee-based digital artist and muralist Emma Daisy Gertel joins Charlie this week on the Cripescast to discuss her recent works, the benefits of art in our everyday lives, and the Midwest’s potential for harboring vibrant art scenes.

For resources concerning the Waukesha parade incident: 

Find a place to donate blood near you: https://rcblood.org/3FCCGAs 

Consider donating to the United for Waukesha Community Fund: https://bit.ly/3DO8Ete

Kristin Brey, creator of As Goes Wisconsin and video columnist for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, joins Charlie on the Cripescast this week to discuss Wisconsin politics, gerrymandering, and the importance of voting for every election.

This week Charlie's giving you a sneak peek at his upcoming book "The Midwest Survival Guide." If you like what you heard, pre-order it here: https://m.lndg.page/wM30f0

This week, Charlie is joined by a few special guests including Midwest cooking duo Mad Dog and Merrill and Wisconsin potato grower Alex Okray. They discuss Wisconsin’s potato industry, the environment and best Midwest recipes.