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Thursday on Lake Effect: Milwaukee's anti-Chinese riots, Rise & Thrive fellowship, Friday the 13th, lunar eclipse
We learn about the anti-Chinese riots that took place in Milwaukee in the late 1800s. Then, musician Marrielle Allschwang shares some of the songs from her Rise & Thrive Artist Residency Fellowship. We learn about the legends surrounding Friday the Thirteenth, and its ominous place in our culture. Plus, learn about this weekend’s total lunar eclipse.
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Wednesday on Lake Effect: long-COVID, Komatsu oil spill, Steve Martin & Martin Short, Times Cinema reopening
We hear from a long-COVID patient about the physical and mental impact of the illness and how he’s seeking help. Then, learn how Komatsu Mining Corporation leaked hundreds of gallons of oil, contaminating Milwaukee riverways, late last year. Actors Steve Martin & Martin Short talk about their new show. Plus, tell you about the re-opening of the Times Cinema in Milwaukee.
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For the (song) birders: A look at the common yellowthroat
Peter Dunn is one of the country’s preeminent bird researchers. We talk with the UWM distinguished professor about a recent study looking at common yellowthroats. Dunn also offers some tips for aspiring birders.
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Thursday on Lake Effect: AAPI Coalition, Mothers Against Gun Violence, MATC student stories, Washington Park performance
Today, we’ll learn how the AAPI Coalition of Wisconsin is working to change education and engage AAPI voters. Then, we’ll talk with the founder of Milwaukee Mothers Against Gun Violence about why changing the narrative on victims is so important to her. We’ll learn about a site-based dance performance at Washington Park. An MATC student shares her education journey. Plus, we’ll learn about the DNR’s efforts to encourage the catch and release of muskies.
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Tuesday on Lake Effect: Kohl's sharedholders meeting, Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce, new restaurants, Tavern Tuesday
We unpack how a shareholders meeting could reshape Kohl’s and what it could mean for the company’s employees. Then, learn about a plan to create 3,000 new Black-owned businesses in the state by 2024. We learn about some of the newest restaurants in the Milwaukee-area, plus look at the first Black-owned brewery in Wisconsin for this week's Tavern Tuesday.
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Monday on Lake Effect: Wisconsin's partisan-biased maps, AAPI Heritage Month events, diversifying local history, artist Khari Turner
We learn why Wisconsin’s state legislative maps are considered the worst, court-adopted maps when it comes to partisan fairness. Then, chat with ElevAsian about the events they have planned for AAPI Heritage Month. We hear about an oral history project attempting to diversify narratives of local history. Plus, learn about a new exhibit from a Milwaukee artist who combines paint with water from historically significant places.
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Monday on Lake Effect: Rep. Francesca Hong, culturally specific COVID misinformation, 'Crying in H Mart'
In honor of AAPI Heritage Month, we hear from local leaders like the first Asian-American person elected to the state legislature. Then, learn how the Milwaukee Consortium of Hmong Health is working to combat culturally specific COVID-19 misinformation. Plus, learn about Crying at H Mart with author and musician, Michelle Zauner.
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Calls in the wild: Romance and the eastern gray tree frog
In the wild, frog romance is a raucous affair with often hundreds of males calling to a female in a loud chorus. But what makes a call attractive? Two researchers explain how frogs message each other and then decide how to respond.
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Tuesday on Lake Effect: MPS budget, actor Willem Dafoe, 'Actions Speak Louder,' Tavern Tuesday
We look at a new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum about Milwaukee Public Schools upcoming budget. Then, actor Willem Dafoe shares what it means for him to get an honorary Doctor of Arts degree from UW-Milwaukee. We learn about a new book on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Plus, speak with Wisconsin's first female Brewmaster for Tavern Tuesday.
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Thursday on Lake Effect: downtown Milwaukee parking, improving road safety, housing market trends, Cancer zodiac
We explore why parking takes up so much of Milwaukee’s downtown area and what could be done to make it more people friendly. Then, learn how redesigning streets could improve road safety in Milwaukee. We look at the state of housing market and see if there are any signs of it letting up. Plus, learn about the Cancer zodiac.
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