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Thursday on Lake Effect: Vel Phillips, Boston Store's History, Milwaukee Immigrants, and Wine

Thursday on Lake Effect:

We listen back to a 2002 interview with Milwaukee civil rights pioneer Vel Phillips, who died this week.  Plus, historian John Gurda helps us look back at the heyday of Boston Store and its place in Milwaukee history.  Writer Barbara Miner examines the face of immigration in Milwaukee today.  And wine contributor Ray Fister updates us on how the industry is doing since last year's devastating California wildfires.

Guests:

  • Vel Phillips, Milwaukee civil rights pioneer (recorded in 2002)
  • John Gurda, Milwaukee historian
  • Barbara Miner, writer
  • Ray Fister, Lake Effect wine contributor