We look at what’s in the proposed budget for Milwaukee Public Schools. A poison expert and author talks about science literacy. We speak with the producer of a podcast that explores the impact of forever chemicals in Wisconsin. We learn about an invasive species that’s threatening Wisconsin’s trees.

Tuesday 5/7/24: Proposed MPS budget, poison expert, Public Trust podcast, spongy moths

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We look at the impact of gerrymandering on polarization. Three Milwaukeeans explore Asian identity. We go behind the scenes at the Milwaukee Public Museum and learn about their collection of birds. Bubbler Talk looks into why there are sunken gardens in some Milwaukee medians.

Thursday 5/30/24: Gerrymandering impact, Asian identity, Zoology at Milwaukee Public Museum, Bubbler Talk

We learn about Milwaukee Recreation’s summer programming and explore the legacy of Dorothy Enderis — one of the most influential leaders of Milwaukee Rec. We visit the Crossroads at Big Creek nature preserve in Door County. Plus, learn about Ko-Thi Dance Company.

Wednesday 5/29/24: Milwaukee Rec programming, Dorothy Enderis, Crossroads at Big Creek, Ko-Thi Dance Company

We speak with local labor leader Jesus Salas about the roots and legacy of the farmworkers movement. We visit one local farm that’s putting waste to good use and take a trip to a community garden in Milwaukee that takes beauty seriously.

Tuesday 5/28/23: Crave Brothers Farmstead, Jesus Salas, Cherry Street Garden, bubble tea, Salty Paws

We learn about The Bridge Project. Then, we explore why environmental issues are so important to some voters. We look at what life is like for two Muslim artists in Milwaukee. Plus, we explore the roots of Wisconsin’s dairy industry.

Wednesday 05/22/24: The Bridge Project, politics & environment, Group Chat, Wisconsin dairy

We learn about problems the Social Development Commission is facing. We learn about women's heart health. We learn about the raptor program at the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center. Plus, explore a book called Secret Milwaukee.

Tuesday 5/7/24: Proposed MPS budget, poison expert, Public Trust podcast, spongy moths

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