Thursday March 11, 2010
March 11, 2010 | WUWM | Lake Effect
A new book argues that the role played by special interest groups is vital, and essential, for a healthy democracy. We talk with author McGee Young about how interest-group politics developed over time. Then, the Bel Canto Chorus presents the American premiere of a new Italian composition, Missa Lorca. Later, author and historian John Eastberg takes us inside the history - and the building - of the iconic Pabst Mansion. Plus, we feature songs from Pavement and Suzanne Vega on the Cafe Tonight preview.
Wednesday March 10, 2010
March 10, 2010 | WUWM | Lake Effect
In the public mental health care maze, it can take years for some people to find help. Milwaukee Magazine's Denise Lockwood brings us the story of one woman trying to navigate the system for her sister. Then, our food growing contributor Dave Kozlowski shares his opinion that localism is the way to go. Later, Oconomowoc's Kirk Farber makes a triumphant Wisconsin homecoming with his debut novel; we'll hear about what inspired Postcards from a Dead Girl and how fellow Milwaukee writers helped shape the book. And on the arts page, Theatre Gigante puts on a new work with a deceptively familiar title.
Tuesday March 9, 2010
March 9, 2010 | WUWM | Lake Effect
The Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert can now use a special genetic test to help would-be parents avoid passing on a recessive kidney diseases to their offspring. We meet one mother and baby who benefited from preimplantation genetic diagnosis. Then, filmmaker Donald Tayloe explores the plight of the remaining elephants in Thailand in his new documentary. Poet Larry Watson explains "Everything That Is Wrong with America." And Chicago novelist Libby Hellmann tries to separate her own personality from the detective she's created, who reappears in her new book Doubleback.
Monday March 8, 2010
March 8, 2010 | WUWM | Lake Effect
A new Aurora hospital has opened in the town of Summit, and The Business Journal of Milwaukee's Corri Hess analyzes what this increased competition for patients and insurance dollars could mean for the local health care industry. Then, Naval War College professor James Holmes describes China's ambitious plans for its Navy. Later, author Sandy Moats explains why the Founding Fathers were so interested in what we should call the president. Plus, the book Little Bee tops the bestseller list, and author Chris Cleave talks about what compels him to write.
Friday March 5, 2010
March 5, 2010 | WUWM | Lake Effect
We talk with the keynote speaker for the UWM School of Education conference, Dr. James Scheurich, about overcoming institutional racism in our schools. Then, as the Ghost Ships Festival gets underway this weekend, Ellen Gerth discusses the lure of marine archeology. Later, sports contributor Howie Magner gives us a preview of the impending March madness of college basketball. Plus, Arts on Deck suggests some cultural events for the weekend, and author Mollie Boutell-Butler explains the challenges of writing a book that highlights the best of Wisconsin.
Thursday March 4, 2010
March 4, 2010 | WUWM | Lake Effect
New president of MATC Michael Burke says he isn't worried about competition from for-profit schools. We find out why he thinks such schools are vital to the country's economic health. Then, WUWM's Susan Bence takes us inside an exhibit at the Milwaukee Art Museum that spotlights sustainable furniture. Gardening contributor Melinda Myers says it's not too early to start thinking about the growing season. Later, ahead of this weekend's Oscars, Ten Chimneys in Genesee Depot has an exhibit at the Academy of Motion Pictures in Hollywood, and it's all about song covers on the Cafe Tonight preview.
Wednesday March 3, 2010
March 3, 2010 | WUWM | Lake Effect
Two Spanish firms will open factories in Milwaukee. We'll hear the backstory on the first of those announcements. Then, kitchen contributor Dave Swanson says even gourmet chefs look for ways to cut costs. We'll have 100 years of Milwaukee Zoo history, and modern dance pioneer Liz Lerman, whose company is in residence at the Kohler Arts Center in Sheboygan, says dance is everyone's birthright.
Tuesday March 2, 2010
March 2, 2010 | WUWM | Lake Effect
Our former legal contributor, attorney Anne Reed, trades the courtroom for the dog house as the new executive director for the Wisconsin Humane Society. Then, our Tech Tuesday contributor Dave Haseman explores the rapidly changing world of movie rentals. On the arts page, local playwright Neil Haven takes an agoraphobic elevator operator and an ever changing group of hotel residents and creates comedy. Plus, we peek inside a Mequon greenhouse and hear about the challenging skill of growing orchids, and essayist Mark Siegrist offers his take on the waning days of winter.
A new book argues that the role played by special interest groups is vital, and essential, for a healthy democracy. We talk with author McGee Young about how interest-group politics developed over time. Then, the Bel Canto Chorus presents the American premiere of a new Italian composition, Missa Lorca. Later, author and historian John Eastberg takes us inside the history - and the building - of the iconic Pabst Mansion. Plus, we feature songs from Pavement and Suzanne Vega on the Cafe Tonight preview. 
In the public mental health care maze, it can take years for some people to find help. Milwaukee Magazine's Denise Lockwood brings us the story of one woman trying to navigate the system for her sister. Then, our food growing contributor Dave Kozlowski shares his opinion that localism is the way to go. Later, Oconomowoc's Kirk Farber makes a triumphant Wisconsin homecoming with his debut novel; we'll hear about what inspired Postcards from a Dead Girl and how fellow Milwaukee writers helped shape the book. And on the arts page, Theatre Gigante puts on a new work with a deceptively familiar title. 
The Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert can now use a special genetic test to help would-be parents avoid passing on a recessive kidney diseases to their offspring. We meet one mother and baby who benefited from preimplantation genetic diagnosis. Then, filmmaker Donald Tayloe explores the plight of the remaining elephants in Thailand in his new documentary. Poet Larry Watson explains "Everything That Is Wrong with America." And Chicago novelist Libby Hellmann tries to separate her own personality from the detective she's created, who reappears in her new book Doubleback.
A new Aurora hospital has opened in the town of Summit, and The Business Journal of Milwaukee's Corri Hess analyzes what this increased competition for patients and insurance dollars could mean for the local health care industry. Then, Naval War College professor James Holmes describes China's ambitious plans for its Navy. Later, author Sandy Moats explains why the Founding Fathers were so interested in what we should call the president. Plus, the book Little Bee tops the bestseller list, and author Chris Cleave talks about what compels him to write. 
We talk with the keynote speaker for the UWM School of Education conference, Dr. James Scheurich, about overcoming institutional racism in our schools. Then, as the Ghost Ships Festival gets underway this weekend, Ellen Gerth discusses the lure of marine archeology. Later, sports contributor Howie Magner gives us a preview of the impending March madness of college basketball. Plus, Arts on Deck suggests some cultural events for the weekend, and author Mollie Boutell-Butler explains the challenges of writing a book that highlights the best of Wisconsin.
New president of MATC Michael Burke says he isn't worried about competition from for-profit schools. We find out why he thinks such schools are vital to the country's economic health. Then, WUWM's Susan Bence takes us inside an exhibit at the Milwaukee Art Museum that spotlights sustainable furniture. Gardening contributor Melinda Myers says it's not too early to start thinking about the growing season. Later, ahead of this weekend's Oscars, Ten Chimneys in Genesee Depot has an exhibit at the Academy of Motion Pictures in Hollywood, and it's all about song covers on the Cafe Tonight preview. 
Two Spanish firms will open factories in Milwaukee. We'll hear the backstory on the first of those announcements. Then, kitchen contributor Dave Swanson says even gourmet chefs look for ways to cut costs. We'll have 100 years of Milwaukee Zoo history, and modern dance pioneer Liz Lerman, whose company is in residence at the Kohler Arts Center in Sheboygan, says dance is everyone's birthright.
Our former legal contributor, attorney Anne Reed, trades the courtroom for the dog house as the new executive director for the Wisconsin Humane Society. Then, our Tech Tuesday contributor Dave Haseman explores the rapidly changing world of movie rentals. On the arts page, local playwright Neil Haven takes an agoraphobic elevator operator and an ever changing group of hotel residents and creates comedy. Plus, we peek inside a Mequon greenhouse and hear about the challenging skill of growing orchids, and essayist Mark Siegrist offers his take on the waning days of winter. 
