This week on U niquely Milwaukee , join us as we grab a drink at Agency, Milwaukee's first hybrid bar. Immerse yourself in the choice of indulging in an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage. Plus, hear from the founder, Ryan Castelaz, as he shares the story of how this innovative concept came to fruition.
This past February, for Black History Month, Hyfin's Element Everest-Blanks speaks with Dr. Gina Paige, the co-founder of African Ancestry, a DNA test that places your African ancestry in a present-day country and ethnic group or tribe. During the podcast, Element reveals her results.
We are continuing to recap our favorite stories of 2023, this time taking us back to the beginning of the year for an intensive weekend-long music camp, Ladies Rock MKE, which teaches campers of all skill levels to learn an instrument, form a band, write a song and perform it in front of a live audience.
This week on Uniquely Milwaukee, I spent a day at Milwaukee County Zoo with zookeeper, Ryan Taylor, where we learned how he takes care of some animals at the zoo.
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee , dive into the tumultuous world of parking enforcement as we shadow a parking enforcement officer, a figure often vilified for their role in issuing tickets and regulating parking spaces. Explore the challenges they face, the misunderstood life of a parking enforcement officer and the behind-the-scenes realities that shape this universally disliked line of work.
In a special edition of Uniquely Milwaukee , B~Free steps into the spotlight to conduct an intimate interview with R&B sensation Grace Weber. Delve into the raw realities of musician life, explore the challenges of mental health, and uncover the unglamorous side of touring in this exclusive Artist on Artist talk. Don't miss this installment of 'Odd Job' month for a behind-the-scenes look at the music industry.
For November, we are on a mission to find the most intriguing and unique jobs in Milwaukee. Our first stop brings us to Colectivo, a beloved coffee establishment, where we speak to an individual about her job.
As we come to the end of our series on death, we invite you to listen to community confessions and personal thoughts on death and grief. Later, Kim Shine joins us to discuss the lessons we have learned while working on this topic this month.pic this month.
This week on Uniquely Milwaukee, we continue to discuss death, but this time we explore its connection to our media and culture. Featured in this episode are UW-Madison Professor Jonathan Gray and Pine Lawn Park Office Manager Kerri Balliet.
In this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, I speak with an individual who lost both her parents at different stages in her life. Listen as we delve into her experiences, the lessons she's learned, and how her journey with loss has shaped her into the person she is today.
In this installment of Uniquely Milwaukee, we delve deeper into the profound subject of mortality, shifting our focus to the individuals who work closely with it. Our featured guests include Dr. Lara India, a compassionate Palliative Care specialist, followed by the insightful investigative journalist, Gina Barton.
In this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, we initiate a discussion on the topic of death, exploring why our community tends to shy away from this important conversation. Join us as we gain insights from Lauren Beverung, an expert who addresses this very subject at MSOE.
Justin and Tyrone settle the debate. We hear Milwaukee's first hip-hop song in full and put an end to this journey for Milwaukee's first hip-hop song.
The leader of one of hip-hop's greatest groups, Arrested Development's Speech talks about the impact that Milwaukee had on him, and the impact he had on the city and the world.
Controversy swirls around Milwaukee's first hip-hop song. A group of MCs, DJs and musicians who were there weigh in on the scene, the time, and the true beginning of hip-hop in Milwaukee.
A businessman with a business plan finds a group of energetic local kids who model themselves on James Brown and convinces them to record what might be Milwaukee's first hip-hop song.
A fertile music culture in Milwaukee lays the groundwork for a new art form. In the early '80s there is an opportunity to make Milwaukee into the next Motown -- it just needs one charismatic entrepreneur to take advantage of it.
We begin the search for Milwaukee's first hip-hop song. But first we have to understand the origins of hip-hop before it got to Milwaukee, and the fertile ground for the genre that Milwaukee provided in the early '80s.
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, we chat with Tiffany Miller and listen to her poetry - intertwining the worlds of art and business.
As we end our month devoted to Milwaukee Regulars, take a moment to listen to this captivating interview with Gego y Nony recorded at Oakland Gyros, the East Side eatery that became a regular stop for the duo. While sitting in a window booth, they candidly share their experiences and memories at Oakland Gyros, as well as its enduring impact on their journey as talented musicians in the vibrant landscape of Milwaukee's Reggaeton / Latin urban scene.
As our exciting month-long exploration of "Milwaukee Regulars" unfolds, we invite you to join us on a captivating journey to the heart of the city's rich cultural scene. This time, we're delving into the intriguing world of the Milwaukee Public Museum, where we'll be introduced to a dedicated and passionate museum-goer, Laura Keller. With her wealth of knowledge and profound appreciation for the exhibits, Laura will take us on a spellbinding tour, unveiling hidden gems and sharing cherished memo...
As our month dedicated to "Milwaukee Regulars" continues, we head over to the Knights of Columbus banquet hall for their weekly bingo night. You’ll meet some of the dedicated regulars, including one who has faithfully attended for an impressive 30 years. Then we sit down with Dan Castle, the banquet hall’s manager, as he unravels the secrets behind the night’s enduring popularity and the factors that have contributed to its loyal and enthusiastic following (spoiler alert: It has to do with winni...
We're going to spend all of July illuminating the unsung heroes of our city: the dedicated regulars who fuel our bars, restaurants and museums, keeping the city running smoothly. For the first episode, we start with the Milwaukee County Transit System and one of the hard-working bus operators who get us to the places we love. Listen as Rodney White shares his perspective from the other side of the yellow line, why he does what he does, the wonderful people he meets on a daily basis, and his favo...
We kick off season 2 of "Be Seen" with a profile of Bobby Rivers, a national television host, entertainer, interviewer and actor who began his career in Milwaukee and eventually landed in New York City hosting his own show on VH1. From starting his career in the 1970s interviewing Bette Davis at WQFM, to eventually hosting celebrity interviews with Paul McCartney, Meryl Streep and many more on national television, Rivers has had an incredible career, both in Milwaukee and beyond. In our first ep...
We're back for a second season of Radio Milwaukee's award-winning LGBTQ history podcast, "Be Seen," in partnership with the Wisconsin LGBTQ Histroy Project. In this preview episode, hosts Nate Imig and Michail Takach give a taste of all the exciting stories to come this season. Listen to the first season at RadioMilwaukee.org/BeSeen, and subscribe so you don't miss our second season beginning May 30, 2023.
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee , we continue our recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by sharing an intimate conversation with Radio Milwaukee's Leana Henderkott, who gives us a unique perspective on the Asian American experience and her own journey to forming a more complete identity.
