This Week in Waukesha

It’s a cold, busy morning in Waukesha, but we’re staying warm with all these guests! Start your day with Don Browne as well as his fantastic guests including Adrian Lopez of Foundation Pros, basketball coach Lindsey Schultz and her star guard Olivia Rangel from Carroll Universities Women’s Volleyball program, and Amanda Medina-Roddy of Medina Boxing and more.

Tune in to kickstart your day with warmth, wisdom, and wonderful stories!

It’s January, so you know it’s time for Janboree! Join Don Browne and his guest Joanna Adamicki as they discuss the amazing events for all ages. To learn more visit https://www.janboree.org/

Join Don Browne this weekend as he speaks with Lindsey Johnson, a 14 year volunteer at The Food Pantry and now the new executive director for the Waukesha Food pantry about her work to ensure that all of Waukesha is fed. The Pantry’s mission is to provide food, hope, and dignity to county residents in need, and advocate to increase awareness of hunger through community partnerships. Take a look at what the pantry needs here: https://waukeshafoodpantry.org/get_involved/give/donate_food/

Join Don Browne in a year-end review alongside Joe Banske, Coach of the Waukesha Fusion volleyball team and Nick Bingenheimer, All-State Middle Blocker for the Fusion. The
Fusion won the Classic 8 co-championship and sectional championship, becoming the first team from either school in 20+ years to go to state!

Cole Gallagher is a phenom, a young rock icon – and a former Waukesha resident! Now he resides in LA on his way out to music city, Nashville. Join him, his guitar teacher John, and of course your host Don Browne for this electric (or rather, acoustic) episode.

In this engaging podcast episode, join Don Browne in the WAUK studio with two special guests, brothers Billy and Julian. Billy, the boys’ varsity soccer coach with an impressive winning streak, shares the triumphs of the team, including back-to-back victories in the Classic Eight. His younger brother Julian, a former basketball star and coach with a remarkable history, reflects on his time playing for the Wisconsin Badger and coaching at prestigious programs like Memphis and Georgia Tech. Together, the brothers provide a unique and insightful perspective on the evolution of sports in their community and the enduring legacy of their suffragette heritage.

Their conversation captures not only the on-field achievements but also the personal connections and family bonds that define the Waukesha sports experience. As they delve into the changing landscape of high school conferences and share anecdotes from their rich history, the hosts offer listeners an intimate glimpse into the passion, dedication, and camaraderie that make Waukesha South a sports powerhouse and a community worth celebrating.

Welcome to another great episode of This Week in Waukesha! Join host Don Browne in-studio alongside the remarkable members of the Waukesha South Student Athlete Leadership Team as they unravel their profound connection between sports, support, and sportsmanship. In this inspiring conversation, these two leaders, one student and one faculty, share personal anecdotes, highlighting the transformative power of athletics in shaping character. Discover how they not only excel on the field but also champion values like leadership, teamwork, and volunteer work, making a positive impact far beyond the sports arena. Tune in for an impactful exploration of the symbiotic relationship between sports and personal growth on This Week in Waukesha.

Don Browne has the Head Coach for Waukesha South, Lee Montez to talk about the season ahead and is joined by Captains Evan Staudt and Bryten Staab. In the second hour, Mayor Shawn N. Reilly talks about all that is going on with the holidays in The Sha.

In the first 2 hour edition, Don is joined by an onslaught on small business owners, their supporters and more! Featuring Mary Mai of Mary Jane’s Hemp Shop, Gregg of Carroll University, Mary Jane Sanchez of her varied exploits, and so many more special guests!

Don Browne is in studio with Chief Thompsen of the Waukesha Police force to discuss how to stay safe this holiday season.