Lake Effect

Friday on Lake Effect: 

We look at the history of public mental health funding and what it looks like today. Then, the Milwaukee Election Commission shares tips on how to plan ahead for the November election. Our auto contributor Mark Savage talks about the rise of the crossover. Plus, an essay from Lake Effect contributor Joanne Nelson.

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Thursday on Lake Effect: 

We learn about tribal sovereignty and how it’s interconnected with the power to end violence against Native women. Then, we learn about Milwaukee Diaper Mission and what diaper needs look like in the city. Plus, muralist Vedale Hill talks about the importance of public art and its messaging.

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Wednesday on Lake Effect:

We explore how an increasing reliance on social media is influencing political campaigning and the world of activism. Then, we learn about plans for the future at Milwaukee’s Forest Home Cemetery. Plus, we dig into the history of Tarot cards.

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Tuesday on Lake Effect:

We learn how the Metropolitan Milwaukee Business Association is working to increase Black and brown representation at big businesses. Then, we learn about QAnon and what can make conspiracy theories attractive to some people. Then we learn about new plans for the Milwaukee Public Museum and Betty Brinn Children’s Museum to colocate under a new roof, plus an essay about hearing loss and feelings of isolation.

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Monday on Lake Effect: 

We learn about america's Black Holocaust and how it lives on today. Then, we meet the owner of Sap-Sap, whose Lao-inspired cuisine shares his family's story. Plus, games expert Jim Lowder talks about how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the gaming world. 

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• Reggie Jackson, head griot of America's Black Holocaust Museum
• Alex Hanesakda, owner and lead developer of SapSap
• Jim Lowder, gaming expert

This weekend on Lake Effect:

We have a conversation with community activist and protest organizer Khalil Coleman. Then, we explore the connection between racial inequality and the COVID-19 pandemic with this year's Minority Health Film Festival keynote speaker. Plus, we hear from the co-curator of this year’s Sculpture Milwaukee about how some of the work is reflective of what's going on today.

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Friday on Lake Effect: 

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley talks about how a federal stimulus package could impact the county’s budget. Then, a couple of students discuss their fight for a mask mandate at their high school. We hear an essay that reminds us all where we were on 9-11. Plus, film contributor Ryan Jay talks about the latest Disney reimagining of Mulan.

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Thursday on Lake Effect:

We explore the connection between racial inequality and the COVID-19 pandemic. Then, we learn how the isolation brought on by the pandemic can lend insight into the isolation caused by dementia. Plus, we hear from the curator of this year’s Sculpture Milwaukee about how some of the work is reflective of what's going on in our culture.

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Wednesday on Lake Effect:

We have a conversation with community activist and protest organizer Khalil Coleman. Then, we learn about this year’s virtual Milwaukee Short Film Festival, featuring “best of” programming. Plus, we hear from Milwaukee’s Poet Laureate about performing and connecting with people during a pandemic. 

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• Khalil Coleman, community activist & protest organizer
• Ross Bigley, director of Milwaukee Short Film Festival
• Dasha Kelly Hamilton, Milwaukee Poet Laureate
• Barbara Miner, essayist

Tuesday on Lake Effect:

We meet The Flash Nites, a local couple that illuminate abandoned places through their photography — literally. And, while Wisconsin’s dairy scene has long been synonymous with cows, some creameries are bucking these traditions. Our Family Recipes series learns how to make tortilla de patatas, or a “Spanish omelet.” Plus essayist Mel Miskimen explores her love of the Outlander books.

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This weekend on Lake Effect:

We hear from a criminal justice reporter who examined the practice of child-abuse pediatricians. Then we talk about the rise of political and social activism in sports. Plus, Milwaukee singer-songwriter Hayward Williams joins us to share his new album made in lockdown, “Every Color Blue.”

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Friday on Lake Effect: 

We discuss Democratic Presidential Nominee Joe Biden’s trip to Kenosha. Then, we learn about a coronavirus vaccine trial - part of which will take place at the UW Health University Hospital in Madison. We look at some of the great events happening in Milwaukee this month, plus we learn how to protest safely during a pandemic.

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Thursday on Lake Effect: 

We hear the latest Listen MKE conversation which focuses on the unrest and activism that followed the shooting of Jacob Blake by a Kenosha police officer. Then, we learn about the unionization efforts by employees at the Milwaukee Art Museum. 

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Wednesday on Lake Effect: 

We discuss President Trump’s visit to Kenosha what happened and what didn’t. Then, a local journalist gives her thoughts on how to move forward in Kenosha following protests for racial justice. Plus, we learn some tools for talking to your kids about racism.

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• Maayan Silver, WUWM news reporter
• Denise Lockwood, former crime reporter in Kenosha and owner of Racine County Eye
• Lakiesha Russell, child and family therapist at the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin

Tuesday on Lake Effect:

We hear from a criminal justice reporter who examined the practice of child-abuse pediatricians. Then, we learn how a new partnership between WisHope and the Ripon Police Department hopes to address addiction. Plus, we talk to the executive director of Black Leaders Organizing for Communities and learn about their efforts to engage voters.

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