Lake Effect is your connection to the community. We bring you local conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.This podcast features full episodes of Lake Effect.Learn more about Lake Effect here.
Lake Effect is your connection to the community. We bring you local conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee. This podcast features full episodes of Lake Effect.
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Apr 22, 2024
Monday 4/22/24: Russo-Ukrainian War, Capitol Notes, the first Earth Day, Richland
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A Wisconsin professor from Ukraine shares his experiences since the 2022 Russian invasion. Capitol Notes catches up on the latest in Wisconsin state politics. The woman who helped organize the first Earth Day. The director of “Richland” discusses what remains of a small town built for the Manhattan Project.
Apr 18, 2024
Thursday on Lake Effect: political conventions, stink bugs, Wisconsin hikes, farewell to Bob Reitman
00:51:12
We explore how political conventions have changed over time. We learn about stink bugs. We talk about some of the best hikes in Wisconsin. Plus, say farewell to the host of It’s Alright Ma, It’s Only Music, Bob Reitman.
Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday 4/16/24: Mayor Johnson reflects, AAPI history, Lady Like, Dynamic Range
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Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson reflects on his first term. New legislation requires Asian American and Hmong American history in Wisconsin schools. RuPaul’s Drag Race queen Lady Camden. Bill Tennessan speaks on his exhibition "Dynamic Range."
Apr 11, 2024
Thursday 4/11/24: No One Asked You, hydroponics, grilled cheese championship
00:51:20
“No One Asked You,” a documentary about how humor is used to fight for abortion rights. A program that introduces high schoolers to agriculture, nutrition, and careers in science. The Wisconsin grilled cheese sandwich championship in Dodgeville.
The history of the now-shuttered Cardinal Stritch University. A new episode of Chirp Chat: why birds migrate. We speak with the director of "Shari & Lamb Chop,” which kicks off the Milwaukee Film Festival.
Apr 09, 2024
Tuesday 4/9/24: Avian flu and dairy cows, see the Northern Lights, Mechanic Shop Femme
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How avian flu is affecting dairy cows and the dairy industry. How to see the Northern Lights. A conversation with "Mechanic Shop Femme."
Apr 08, 2024
Monday 4/8/24: A new union, Capitol Notes, flood prevention, woman cheesemakers
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A new union representing Milwaukee’s service & hospitality workers. The latest Capitol Notes. Efforts to prevent flooding in the Milwaukee area. One of just two female master cheesemakers in the world is in Wisconsin.
Apr 04, 2024
Thursday 4/4/24: Men of color summit, HBCUs, SapSap Ubon
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A summit for men of color happening this weekend, and what organizers hope to accomplish. NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday host Ayesha Rascoe discusses the importance of HBCUs. A Lao barbeque restaurant, SapSap, moves away from brick and mortar.
Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday 4/3/24: Spring election results, Home Rule, Wisconsin Journalist of the Year, Ko-Thi Dance Company
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We recap yesterday's election results. Act 12 and the idea of ‘home rule’ enshrined in Wisconsin’s constitution. A Brookfield senior is named this year’s Wisconsin Journalist of the Year. A first-of-its-kind Universal Park being built here in Milwaukee. Ko-Thi Dance Company continues its dedication to performing and teaching African music and dance.
Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday 4/2/24: What's on your ballot, Milwaukee Film Festival, Dig In!
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What’s on your ballot for today's spring election. What it takes to put the Milwaukee Film Festival together. How purple vegetables are good for your garden and your health.
Apr 22 | 00:51:23
Monday 4/22/24: Russo-Ukrainian War, Capitol Notes, the first Earth Day, Richland
Apr 18 | 00:51:12
Thursday on Lake Effect: political conventions, stink bugs, Wisconsin hikes, farewell to Bob Reitman
Apr 16 | 00:51:17
Tuesday 4/16/24: Mayor Johnson reflects, AAPI history, Lady Like, Dynamic Range
Apr 11 | 00:51:20
Thursday 4/11/24: No One Asked You, hydroponics, grilled cheese championship