Lake Effect: Full Show
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.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.
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Thursday 5/15/25: Evolution of citizenship, MPS exit interviews, Milwaukee Music Roundup
How the idea of citizenship has changed throughout our state and nation’s history. What MPS teachers are telling the district when they retire or leave. New nostalgic songs from local musicians.
Wednesday 5/14/25: Hmong immigration, arts funding tension, science fiction standouts
The story of one Hmong family that immigrated to the United States and the history of Hmong resettlement. The tension between local arts groups over funding. Science fiction films that stand out.
The end of UWM's Atmospheric Science program and its students' uncertain future. The history of sanctuary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and our country. Tavern Tuesdays explores how Wisconsin reacted to prohibition.
Monday 5/12/25: Immigration in Milwaukee, incarceration of youth, coffee and tariffs
How waves of immigration have created our multicultural city. The demographics of the young people incarcerated in Milwaukee County. Green initiatives at Stone Creek coffee and how they’re navigating tariffs.
Thursday 5/8/25: Black maternal and infant outcomes, green initiatives and tariff navigation, Milwaukee and immigration
Healthcare professionals improving Black maternal and infant outcomes. Green initiatives and tariff navigation at work at Stone Creek coffee. How Milwaukee has been shaped by immigrants.
A new initiative to address the mental health needs of Black Milwaukeeans. The film “Speak.” follows students on a persuasive speech team. Plan a trip to the Apostle Islands.