Host Sandy Maxx suggests making more museum visits one of your New Year’s Resolutions and shares info on a fascinating photography exhibit at Milwaukee’s Harley-Davidson Museum. Plus, meet “The Muster at Marquette” documentary filmmaker and Marquette University’s Dr. Fliss who preserves J.R.R. Tolkien’s manuscripts on campus.

On the first What's on Tap of 2026, Sandy Maxx goes through some of the key concerts and theatre coming up in the year 2026, including an expanded lineup thanks to two new venues in the Argo and Landmark Credit Union Live. Then she sits down with former Gathering Place Brewing Company Head Brewer Matt Cisz to discuss the best NA beer options for those doing Dry January. Finally, the Song You Need to Hear is an original by local musicians John Justus and VLYNTYN

Sandy Maxx rings in the new year on What's on Tap by going through all the NYE happenings in and around Milwaukee, a live interview with local artist Steve Beghun who is performing tonight at the brand new Argo theater in Whitefish Bay and finally an original song and fun NYE story from Jayme Dawicki, Miss Wisconsin 2002.

Sandy Maxx shares with Wisconsin's Morning News a selection of Wisconsin-style celebrations from cheese drops and a cherry drop, bright lights displays on a bridge, fireworks, and fancy parties, plus what to watch if you're staying cozy on the couch.

Milwaukee native Beth D’Amato, Associate VFX Supervisor and Digital Paint Supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic, shares highlights of her Hollywood career so far and the unique experience of watching the film "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 guides listeners through what’s happening on stage and on screen this Christmas, from holiday performances to festive must-watch picks with Word Balloon’s John Siuntres. The episode also features in-studio conversation with Flowers For Dreams’ Lindsay Leinenkugel on Visit Milwaukee’s Buy Local Bonus campaign and meaningful gift ideas. Plus, hear from J Gravelle of Big Jim and the Danglers on creating holiday music, including their song “Santa Needs A Beer,” and a special Song You Need to Hear from Milwaukee native Anthony Crivello.

What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx is joined by J. Gravelle of Big Jim and the Danglers for a phone interview about crafting holiday music. From creative inspiration to performance, the segment highlights their seasonal sound and the song “Santa Needs A Beer.”

What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx sits down with Lindsay Leinenkugel from Flowers For Dreams to discuss Visit Milwaukee’s Buy Local Bonus campaign. Together, they share ideas for meaningful gifts that support local businesses and give back to the community.

John Siuntres calls in to What's on Tap w/ Sandy Maxx to discuss what’s hitting screens this Christmas. From classics to new holiday programming, he shares insights and recommendations for viewers.

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