Milwaukee native Beth D’Amato—Associate VFX Supervisor and Digital Paint Supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic—joins What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx for a full-hour conversation about her remarkable Hollywood career. She reflects on her work in visual effects, the projects that shaped her path, and the unique experience of watching Song Sung Blue as the daughter of Lightning & Thunder’s co-manager, Tom D’Amato, portrayed in the new film by Jim Belushi.

What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx sets the stage for the show’s next conversations and spotlights local singer-songwriter Sarah Fierek, who joins in-studio to talk and perform her holiday tune “Holiday Season.”

Founder and Artistic Director Jaimelyn Gray joins What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx in-studio for a deep dive into A Very Deadly Constructivists Holiday (2025). Hear how the show came together, what makes this production so unique, and why it’s poised to become a standout of the season.

What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx highlights some of Wisconsin’s most magical holiday light displays, from neighborhood gems to major walk-through attractions. Tune in for festive inspiration and a few must-see stops this season.

What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx kicks off a festive weekend with gift inspiration from Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel and a look inside Kate’s Curiosities with Director of Retail and Design Rick Schlenther. She then shares a special on-location conversation with Rachel Cartwright about her mother’s legacy in Lightning & Thunder and Hugh Jackman’s work on the upcoming film Song Sung Blue. Sandy highlights Milwaukee’s Golden Globes moment, local holiday performances, and a new original Krampus-themed track. A lively in-studio visit of holiday harmonies from The WhiskeyBelles and Tenors MKE, plus a delicious visit from the Milwaukee Public Market to preview this year’s MATC Parade of Gingerbread Houses and a round of WTMJ Trivia Showdown.

Sandy hosts a quick round of WTMJ Trivia Showdown, sharing sample questions to test your local knowledge and get you ready for some friendly competition.

What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx sits down with Paige Hammond from the Milwaukee Public Market to talk about this year’s annual MATC Parade of Gingerbread Houses. Paige shares highlights from the display, details on the creative entries, and what visitors can expect when exploring the market this holiday season. A sweet dose of local tradition and holiday cheer for everyone to enjoy.

Sandy Maxx is joined by Kimberly Hanson and Sara Moilanen of The WhiskeyBelles, along with Andrew Varela, Tim Reber, and Tommy Hahn of Tenors MKE live in the studio. The group shares details about their upcoming harmonious holiday performance on December 18th at the New Berlin West Performing Arts Center, the collaborative process behind the show, and what audiences can expect. Plus, Tommy's experience singing with Hugh Jackman at Landmark Lanes last week.

An exclusive conversation with Rachel Cartwright, daughter of Claire “Thunder” Sardina of the iconic Milwaukee duo Lightning & Thunder. Rachel shares her involvement shaping the script for the new Hugh Jackman/Kate Hudson film SONG SUNG BLUE and the vibe on the set with the actors.

What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx sits down with Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel’s Director of Retail and Design, Rick Schlenther, for a special Spotlight Interview on Kate’s Curiosities. Rick shares standout gift ideas, the inspiration behind the curated collection, and what makes Saint Kate a destination for creative, art-forward shopping.