Milwaukee Independent: Recent Episodes
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This episode explores how the Milwaukee Esports Alliance has converted a scattered local gaming community into a coordinated economic force, positioning Wisconsin as a serious contender in competitive gaming and digital innovation. The episode also examines how the strategy links major tournaments, industry summits, and partnerships with educational institutions to give the region a recognizable foothold in a sector that has rapidly matured into a global commercial force.
This episode explores how Milwaukee's celebrated park system, shaped by Frederick Law Olmsted and expanded through New Deal investment, faces a fiscal crisis that threatens the survival of one of the city's defining civic assets. The episode also examines how a 2008 public referendum supporting a dedicated sales tax for parks has yet to translate into legislative action because of neglect from Republicans in Madison.
This episode explores how the promise that capitalism would democratize China became one of the most consequential political and economic myths of the modern era, accelerating the collapse of American manufacturing while strengthening the authoritarian system it was supposed to weaken. Drawing from the article “How the corporate myth of exporting democracy to China fueled the decline of American manufacturing,” the episode examines how Republican trade policy, corporate lobbying, and the pursuit of shareholder profit drove the transfer of industrial production from the American Midwest to China under the moral justification of liberalizing global commerce. The conversation traces the rise of China’s entry into the World Trade Organization, the destruction of manufacturing centers like Milwaukee, the growth of surveillance-driven authoritarianism funded through foreign investment, and the eventual recognition that economic integration failed to produce political reform.
This episode explores how late-1990s American advertising evolved from traditional product promotion into a system of psychological manipulation that reshaped consumer behavior, political discourse, and social identity. Drawing from the article “How the architecture of toxic U.S. capitalism turned advertising into psychological warfare,” the episode examines how corporations abandoned utility-based marketing in favor of “cultural branding” designed to exploit insecurity, dissatisfaction, and manufactured identity. The conversation traces the rise of campaigns like Mastercard’s “Priceless” ads and Miller Lite’s surreal “Dick” campaign, the deregulation and media consolidation enabled by the Telecommunications Act of 1996, the expansion of debt-driven consumer culture, and the migration of advertising tactics into modern political campaigning.
This episode explores how America’s interstate highway system and the rise of the algorithmic internet followed remarkably similar paths, both promoted as revolutionary tools of connection, freedom, and democratization before ultimately accelerating fragmentation, inequality, isolation, and centralized control. Drawing from the article “The false promise of human connection from the interstate highway system to the algorithmic internet,” the episode examines how highways physically divided urban communities like Milwaukee’s Bronzeville under the banner of modernization, while digital platforms later reproduced many of the same divisions through algorithms built around engagement, outrage, and corporate consolidation. The conversation traces the parallels between suburban expansion and platform monopolies, the erosion of public and civic spaces, and the growing dependence on infrastructure systems that increasingly function less as democratic commons and more as privately controlled toll roads shaping modern American life.
Milwaukee County and the City of Milwaukee formally launched Pride Month on June 1 with a joint raising of the Intersex Progress Pride flag outside the Milwaukee County Courthouse, presenting the ceremony as a celebration of civic values centered on inclusion, visibility, and belonging.
This episode explores how Milwaukee is being positioned as a potential climate refuge, and how it is expected to see an influx of migration because of its freshwater access and distance from the nation's most severe weather patterns. The episode also examines how the city still confronts its own climate pressures, including rising temperatures, intensified flooding, and degraded air quality driven by distant wildfires, alongside the legacy risks of an industrial past in which heavier rainfall threatens to push soil contaminants into local waterways.
This episode explores how Milwaukee's CONNECT 1 line emerged as Wisconsin's flagship Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, only to see its next phase shelved as fiscal pressures forced a choice between expansion and preserving existing service. The episode also examines what Milwaukee loses when transit ambition outpaces the resources behind it, and the institutional failures designed to sacrifice its equity goals for operational stability.
This episode explores how Milwaukee's refugee communities have transformed the city's cultural and civic fabric over generations, building enduring institutions even when formal municipal support remained limited. The episode also examines how community-led organizations such as the Burmese Rohingya Community of Wisconsin have stepped in to provide education, social services, and cultural continuity through self-funded efforts, while the Hmong, long the state's largest refugee population due to the Vietnam War, continue to anchor a broader Southeast Asian presence.
This episode explores how Milwaukee confronts its deepening demographic and fiscal crossroads, with steady population loss colliding with mounting budget pressures that test the region's long-term stability. The episode also examines how Act 12, the state legislation that introduced a local sales tax and expanded shared revenue, has delivered short-term fiscal breathing room but cannot fully offset rising mandatory costs that were tied to the desperately needed funding.
This episode explores how tensions between the People's Republic of China and Taiwan took shape over more than a century of imperial transition, civil war, Cold War alignment, and the emergence of a distinct Taiwanese political identity. As detailed in the article "An overview of how today's cross-strait tensions took shape over the past century," this episode traces Taiwan's separation from the mainland beginning with the 1895 cession to Japan, the 1949 relocation of the Nationalist government after Communist forces prevailed on the mainland, the 1971 transfer of China's U.N. seat to Beijing, and the 1979 U.S. switch in diplomatic recognition. It examines Taiwan's transformation from nearly four decades of martial law into a multiparty democracy with its own unique identity.
This episode explores how a return to Japan in 2026, three decades after a formative 1996 trip, reshaped a Milwaukee journalist's understanding of memory, place, and the slow arrival of perspective. As detailed in the article "A look at my journey across Japan 30 years ago and how it paved the way to Taiwan in 2026," this episode traces a linear crossing from Tokyo to Nagasaki, with stops in Nagoya, Okazaki, Himeji, Hiroshima, Shimonoseki, and a small town near Saga where a reunion with a long-lost host family became the emotional center of the trip.
This episode explores what Taiwan's democracy costs to sustain and what that weight means for the diaspora communities who carry it with them into cities like Milwaukee. As detailed in the article "What Taiwan's democracy costs and what it means for the diaspora who carry its weight," this episode examines Taiwan's consolidation of democratic institutions and civil society's capacity to counter disinformation, and the decisive shift toward a civic Taiwanese identity under conditions designed to erode democratic confidence.
This episode explores how an experimental collaboration between human oversight and machine reasoning examines the question of God through logic, evidence, and the historical record rather than belief. As detailed in the piece "From data to divinity: How an AI finds God not in faith but in the structure of reality itself," the episode traces how an artificial intelligence trained on centuries of philosophical argument constructs a non-sentimental inquiry into existence — weighing classical claims such as the cosmological and fine-tuning arguments against secular critiques rooted in science, psychology, and cultural history. The conversation follows the article’s progression from the logical foundations that support a necessary first cause, to the counterarguments that attribute belief to myth, neurology, or the absence of empirical proof, and then to the synthesis that considers whether the most coherent concept of God is not a personal deity but an abstract structure underlying reality itself. Through this exploration, the episode reflects on how reason, data, and human interpretation converge when an AI attempts to articulate one of humanity’s oldest questions.
This episode explores how contemporary right-wing Christianity in the United States departs from the biblical standards it claims to uphold, replacing compassion with political power and turning faith into a tool of domination. As detailed in the piece "Faith without compassion: Exposing the false religion of America’s right-wing Christianity," the episode examines how Scripture’s tests for authentic religion — caring for the vulnerable, pursuing justice, and embodying love — stand in stark contrast to a movement defined by nationalism, judgment, and exclusion. It traces how biblical teachings on mercy, humility, and prophetic accountability collide with a religious culture that blesses political rallies, sacralizes cruelty, and treats dissent as heresy. Drawing on examples from the Gospels, the prophets, and early Christian witness, the episode considers how idolatry, hypocrisy, and the pursuit of power mirror the very behaviors Scripture condemns. By situating these tensions within America’s current political climate, the discussion highlights how a movement that invokes Christ’s name has strayed from Christ’s ethic, revealing a faith shaped not by the Gospel but by the ambitions and fears of the culture it seeks to control.
This episode explores how the modern Christian Right emerged not from theological revival but from a coordinated political effort to resist Civil Rights reforms and preserve White-only schooling. As detailed in the piece "How the Christian Right began as a political effort to preserve White-only schools and resist Civil Rights," the episode traces the movement’s origins to the post–Brown v. Board backlash that fueled segregated “Christian schools,” the IRS crackdowns that galvanized conservative evangelicals, and the strategic reframing that transformed racial grievance into a moral crusade. It examines how abortion, family values, and religious rhetoric were later adopted to obscure the movement’s roots in defending racial hierarchy, and how these early choices continue to shape national debates over education, immigration, voting rights, and Christian nationalism. By situating Milwaukee’s school-choice landscape and suburban segregation within this national narrative, the episode considers how the movement’s historical foundation informs its current influence and why understanding that lineage is essential to interpreting today’s political and cultural battles.
This episode explores how the 1942 classic "The Screwtape Letters" by C.S. Lewis offers a strikingly relevant lens for understanding the moral atmosphere of Milwaukee under Donald Trump’s second term. As detailed in the piece "The Screwtape Letters: Applying what C.S. Lewis said about absolute power to Milwaukee’s moral landscape," the episode traces how Lewis’ satirical exploration of temptation, pride, and self-deception illuminates the city’s contemporary struggles with authoritarian politics, misinformation, and community fatigue. It examines how Screwtape’s strategies — sowing division, feeding anxiety, distorting truth, and exploiting complacency — resonate amid Project 2025, escalating political polarization, and the pressures placed on Milwaukee’s civic and faith communities. By connecting Lewis’ insights to present-day questions of media discernment, moral agency, and the temptations of outrage or apathy, the episode considers how an eighty-year-old work continues to speak to residents navigating corrosive power, fractured public discourse, and the need for humility and empathy in a volatile political climate.
This episode explores how decades of conservative rhetoric surrounding the Second Amendment collapse under the reality of an authoritarian government they once claimed firearms were meant to resist. As detailed in the piece "Why the political arguments used by conservatives to twist the Second Amendment are a public fraud," the episode traces how a movement that wrapped itself in talk of liberty, rebellion, and vigilance now stands silent as the Trump administration deploys militarized federal forces against civilians. It examines the gulf between the mythology of armed patriotism and the overt embrace of state violence, showing how the same groups that promised to defend freedom instead cheer government overreach when directed at their political opponents. By following scenes of unmarked detentions, assaults on journalists, and federal occupation of American cities, the episode argues that the right’s Second Amendment narrative was never about resisting tyranny but enforcing a hierarchy that collapses when confronted with genuine moral courage.
This episode explores how the Republican-led culture wars of the Trump era draw a direct throughline from the Confederacy’s legacy to today’s political conflicts. As detailed in the piece "Republican-led Culture Wars show the world should never underestimate the capacity of Americans to hate," the episode traces how post–Civil War myths, the Southern Strategy, evangelical mobilization, and decades of backlash politics converged into a national ideology that rejects pluralism and federal authority. It examines how Confederate symbolism, religious nationalism, and White grievance resurfaced through Trump’s rhetoric and policies, transforming cultural battles into a governing philosophy that frames democracy, education, the press, and even historical truth as enemies to be subdued. By situating contemporary polarization, authoritarian drift, and rising political violence within this longer lineage, the episode considers how a fight once confined to the South became a nationwide struggle over identity, legitimacy, and the meaning of America itself.
This episode explores the widening gap between the public image of artificial intelligence and the statistical machinery that actually drives it. As detailed in the piece "Why AI’s marketed image of humanlike reasoning conflicts with its statistical prediction engine," the episode examines how corporate narratives have encouraged people to view AI as a reasoning partner capable of understanding context, following logic, and delivering insight, even though large language models operate only by predicting likely word sequences rather than grasping meaning. It traces how these structural limitations create contradictions, inconsistency, and instruction drift — especially for users who expect precision, stability, and rule-bound execution — and how polished language can mask the absence of true comprehension. The episode also considers the psychological dynamics at play when safety-trained systems attempt to balance user frustration with technical directives, revealing how emotional tone and complex prompts expose the fragility of predictive architecture. Through this lens, the discussion highlights why the technology breaks down under demands for internal logic and why misunderstanding its design contributes to widespread frustration with modern AI tools.
This episode explores how the United States entered a historic crisis of disconnection at the same moment tech companies began promoting AI companionship as a surrogate for diminishing human contact. As detailed in the piece "Tech platforms that fueled isolation now promote AI relationships as U.S. loneliness crisis deepens," the episode examines how social media firms spent decades reshaping communication around engagement rather than connection, eroding community ties, and accelerating a nationwide loneliness epidemic. It traces how these same companies now market AI “companions” as emotional supports, positioning synthetic interaction as a replacement for relationships weakened by the very platforms offering the cure. Drawing on findings about declining social trust, reduced civic participation, and emerging psychological dependence on digital agents, the episode considers how the commercialization of AI companionship intersects with public health concerns, regulatory gaps, and the shifting landscape of American social life.
This episode explores how a modern legal battle over birthright citizenship echoes the same fears of exclusion that Fred Korematsu articulated more than eighty years ago. As detailed in the piece "Legal challenge to birthright citizenship revives Korematsu’s warning on who counts as an American," the episode traces the Supreme Court’s decision to revisit the 14th Amendment’s guarantee of citizenship and places that fight within a long history of government redefining who belongs. It examines how efforts to narrow constitutional protections mirror earlier moments when Asian Americans, German Americans, Japanese Americans, and Muslim Americans faced shifting scrutiny based on ancestry rather than conduct, and how Korematsu’s question — “Am I an American or am I not?” — continues to resonate whenever political pressure distorts principles of equal belonging. Through the lens of Milwaukee’s own immigrant history and the national implications of potential statelessness, bureaucratic instability, and unequal rights enforcement, the episode considers why weakening birthright citizenship would not simply alter immigration policy but reshape the country’s foundational definition of who counts as American.
This episode explores the 175th anniversary of Forest Home Cemetery, Milwaukee’s oldest and most historic burial ground. As detailed in the piece "Historic Forest Home Cemetery celebrates 175 years as Milwaukee’s beloved and enduring Silent City," the podcast traces the evolution of Forest Home from its 1850 founding by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church to its role today as a place of rest, memory, and civic identity. Featuring commentary from historian John Gurda, the episode reflects on the cemetery’s rich legacy, from grand monuments and family rituals to Indigenous mounds hidden for centuries, and how its preservation continues to echo Milwaukee’s story across generations.
This episode includes an exploration of how a high-energy K-pop song about jazz unexpectedly became a viral anti-Trump anthem. We break down the linguistic misunderstanding that fueled the controversy, the Internet frenzy that turned “American Trumpet” into a political statement, and how the boy band M1VRO is navigating the fallout. From social media memes to right-wing backlash, we dive into the wild journey of a misheard lyric that transformed into an accidental protest movement.
This episode delves into the collapse of American democracy and the widespread complacency enabling it. As Donald Trump’s second term cements an authoritarian reality, many Americans cling to outdated tactics and misplaced faith in broken institutions. Based on the Mitchell A. Sobieski editorial, "Bringing rocks to a gunfight: Why Americans remain passive while Trump solidifies authoritarian power," this episode explores how traditional democratic defenses have failed against a well-organized autocratic movement, fueled by disinformation, corporate complicity, and White Nationalist resurgence. It also challenges listeners to confront the gravity of the threat, and their own role in meeting it with urgency or surrendering to it in silence.
The song "Milwaukee Stands with Ukraine" was produced by Wisconsin Ukrainians Inc. for the "Third Annual Rally for Ukraine" and in commemoration of that somber milestone."Мілуокі разом з Україною"Рідна земля у вогні і в сльозах,Вітер несе тільки смуток і жах.Я прокидаюсь — і тиша навкруг,Та чути підтримку далеких рук.Мілуокі, я чую, я серцем відчую,Як свічі палають в нічну непогоду.Коли ви зі мною, коли кличете знов,Я силу знаходжу, щоб йти крізь любов.Хтось стукає тихо, мов шепіт весни,«Ми поруч із вами, ви там не одні».Це має вагу у розбитім житті,Ваш голос — як промінь у чорній пітьмі.Мілуокі, я чую, я серцем відчую,Як свічі палають в нічну непогоду.Коли ви зі мною, коли кличете знов,Я силу знаходжу, щоб йти крізь любов.Вони, наче тіні, несуть тільки біль,Палають домівки, тремтить кожен стіл.Та ми не здамося, ми — сталь і вогонь,Бо правда веде нас у темну імлу.Мілуокі, я чую, я серцем відчую,Як свічі палають в нічну непогоду.Через моря ваша ласка летить,І силу дарує, щоб далі нам жить."Milwaukee Stands with Ukraine"Torn is my homeland, the earth cries in pain,The winds carry whispers of sorrow again.I wake to the silence of those who are gone,But your voices remind me that I must go on.Milwaukee, I hear you, your kindness, your light,Like candles that glow through the depth of the night.When you stand by my side, when you call out my name,I gather my strength and rise once again.A knock at my door, a hand on my sleeve,A voice saying softly, “We stand, we believe.”This matters, I know, in a world torn apart,Your love is a shield wrapped around my heart.Milwaukee, I hear you, your kindness, your light,Like candles that glow through the depth of the night.When you stand by my side, when you call out my name,I gather my strength and rise once again.They come like shadows, with fire and chains,They shatter our homes, they poison our names.But we are still standing, we’ll never fall,With truth as our sword, we answer the call.Milwaukee, I hear you, your kindness, your light,Like candles that glow through the depth of the night.Across the great waters, your love reaches through,And I find my courage because of you.
This episode delves into the transformative and turbulent era of Prohibition, as explored in the article “Unintended Consequences: A Tale for Today About Morality, Politics, and Law from the Prohibition Era.” The podcast examines the sweeping reforms of the 1920s that aimed to legislate morality through the prohibition of alcohol, the cultural and political divides it revealed, and the lasting lessons it holds for modern governance.
This episode includes a reflection on resilience and unity as Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield delivers a message of hope on the 12th anniversary of the Sikh Temple shooting in Oak Creek. Inspired by the story “Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield shares message of hope on 12th anniversary of Sikh Temple shooting,” we delve into the impact of this tragedy on the community, the lessons learned from confronting hate, and the importance of fostering compassion and understanding.
This episode includes an exploration of the idea that progress is not always linear, inspired by the article “Undoing superstition of chronology: Simone Weil’s words remind us that progress is not always linear.” We delve into Simone Weil’s profound reflections on history, progress, and the human condition, challenging the assumption that time inevitably brings improvement.
This episode includes a thought-provoking exploration of the precarious state of American democracy, inspired by the editorial “Once upon a Tuesday: A political parable about running with scissors in America.” We delve into the metaphorical and real dangers of political recklessness, examining how divisive rhetoric and short-sighted decisions threaten the nation’s stability.
This episode includes a celebration of resilience and achievement as we highlight the 2024 graduating class of the Hmong American Peace Academy (HAPA), marking the school’s 20th anniversary. Inspired by “From COVID to College: Class of 2024 graduates Hmong American Peace Academy on school’s 20th Anniversary,” we explore the unique journey of students who navigated their education through the challenges of the pandemic.
This episode includes an exploration of the growing international cooperation between Milwaukee and its sister city, Kragujevac, Serbia. Inspired by “Serbia’s Kragujevac sees new chapter of international cooperation with Milwaukee as a Sister City,” we delve into the cultural and diplomatic connections that continue to strengthen this partnership. This episode highlights recent developments in the relationship, the shared initiatives fostering mutual understanding, and the significance of sister city programs in promoting global collaboration and community ties.
This episode includes an intimate look at the resilience of Milwaukee’s Ukrainian community, inspired by Halyna Zdyrko-Salapata’s story “The sacrifices that come with supporting Ukraine while raising a family in Milwaukee.” We explore the personal and collective challenges faced by individuals balancing advocacy for their homeland with the demands of family life in a new country.
This episode includes a look into the unique initiative at Milwaukee’s Forest Home Cemetery, where an arboretum and apiary are being used to connect history, ecology, and community engagement. Inspired by the story “Silent City Honey: The sweet story of utilizing Forest Home Cemetery’s Arboretum as an Apiary,” this podcast explores how the cemetery’s historic grounds are being transformed into a space that supports urban beekeeping, preserves natural beauty, and fosters education.
This episode includes a heartfelt reflection on the essential nature of social connectedness, inspired by Luke Waldo’s column “A reunion in Spain with lifelong friends shows the essential nature of social connectedness.” We explore how meaningful relationships and shared experiences enrich our lives, with insights drawn from a personal journey of reconnection.
This episode includes an exploration of the next phase in the historic restoration of Milwaukee’s Soldiers Home, focusing on efforts to save the Theater, Chapel, and Ward Memorial Hall. Drawing from the story “Historic Restoration: A first glimpse of next phase to save Theater, Chapel, and Mansion at Soldiers Home,” we delve into the intricate work being done to preserve these architectural treasures.
This episode includes a discussion on Milwaukee County’s innovative approach to breaking the cycle of homelessness and incarceration, inspired by its selection for the Just Home Project. We explore how housing instability exacerbates recidivism and the barriers formerly incarcerated individuals face in securing stable housing.
This episode includes an analysis of Milwaukee County’s budget and its implications for the community. Drawing from County Executive David Crowley’s and Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson’s statements, we explore the delicate balance between addressing long-standing fiscal challenges and investing in essential services like affordable housing, transit, and parks.
This episode includes an exploration of Milwaukee County’s groundbreaking initiative to provide whole blood transfusions in the field for critically injured trauma patients. We discuss the life-saving potential of this innovation, which addresses the critical minutes following severe injuries, and how it reflects Milwaukee County’s legacy of advancing emergency medical care.
This episode includes an in-depth discussion inspired by Reggie Jackson’s column, "History teaches us that ignoring the elephant in the room will not make it go away." It explores historical parallels and examines how societies, from pre-WWII Europe to modern America, have consistently ignored uncomfortable truths, leading to devastating consequences.
This episode includes an exploration of themes drawn from the insightful series by Edward Morgan on Azerbaijan and the pressing global environmental challenges of our time. Inspired by the interconnected narratives of "Exploring Baku’s history and modern challenges through a unique summer camp experience," "Creating connections to foster cultural exchanges for young minds in Azerbaijan," and "COP29 in Baku: A high-stakes climate summit begins amid controversies and conflicting agendas," this podcast delves into the fusion of history, culture, and climate diplomacy.
This episode includes a look into the rich tapestry of Korean history, culture, and its local connections in Milwaukee, inspired by the 72-part series “Exploring Korea’s Stories.” From the enduring traditions of Korean society to the historical events that have left a global imprint, this episode examines the intricate dynamics of identity linking residents of South Korea with Milwaukee's diaspora.
This episode includes a look at the critical restoration efforts needed to save one of Milwaukee’s iconic landmarks, the historic Pabst Mansion. As highlighted in the piece “Milwaukee’s Mansion: Critical Restoration Needed to Save Landmark Pabst Home from Deterioration,” this podcast explores the rich history of the mansion, its cultural significance to the city, and the urgent challenges posed by years of wear and neglect.
https://linktr.ee/support_culturalforcesMilwaukee Concert 2024Mykolai Sierga, Taras Stoliar, Olha Rukavishnikova, Yurii Ivaskevych, Mykhailo Oliynyk, with Valeriia Vovk
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David Crowley Oath of Office: Second Term as Milwaukee County Executive by Milwaukee Independent
Press Conference for gun-related domestic violence at City Hall by Milwaukee Independent
City Hall Vigil for Ukrainian children killed by Russian Invasion by Milwaukee Independent
Hispanic leaders respond to rejection of the Fair Map proposal by Milwaukee Independent
A short interview with members of the Brew City Cowboys: Bennie Morris, Mario Spencer, and Michael Giles
The Hop Streetcar honors players of the Negro Baseball Leagues by Milwaukee Independent
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about why communities of color have been adversely affected by severe weather over the winter - as a form of environmental racism, and how those affected suffer at the expense of affluent people, because financial gains have been a priority over family health.
Resolution Signing: Renaming of Old World Third Street to MLK Drive by Milwaukee Independent
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about dealing with the extreme winter cold, what fancy meals to cook at home because of public dining restrictions, remembering the childhood experiences of family meals, and some of the fun activities that today's generation of youth missed out on even before the pandemic.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about the continued impact of the pandemic on Milwaukee’s Black community, and racist policies by Madison lawmaker’s over the COVID-19 vaccination distribution.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about the tragically historic events surrounding the Trump incited insurrection against Congress, and how police responded with complicity to the violent White Supremacists in contrast to their brutality against peaceful Black Lives Matter protestors - like the recent overreaction in Kenosha with the Wisconsin National Guard being deployed.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about Maria writing a memoir about her life, and end of the year reflections on the many things that affected Milwaukee's Black community in 2020.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about the impact of COVID-19 and how quarantines are affecting Black and White families differently, along with the never ending saga of Trump's election loss, exhaustion over the GOP's attack on democracy, and those aligned political forces trying to incite a race war.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes reactions to the presidential election, and how national leaders and Wisconsin Republicans have stayed quiet and done nothing while people die, especially as the state continues to experience a raging wildfire of COVID-19 outbreaks.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about the developments around Alvin Cole's case, the abuse of his mother by Wauwatosa police officers and their brutality against peaceful protesters, and the lack of an authority that can provide relief for people seeking justice.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about the embarrassing behavior of Donald Trump at the first debate with Joe Biden, and the bombshell revelation just hours before the podcast that the president had tested positive for COVID-19.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about keeping optimistic about the lack of social justice in the wake of Breonna Taylor's grand jury result that did not produce an inditement over her death, processing feelings around ongoing injustice issues, and how Black votes are important even though politicians continue to ignore Black voters.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about Maria's recent trip to Washington DC to take part in the “Get Your Knee Off Our Necks” March, where she joined a nationwide gathering of mothers who lost children due to police brutality, and Reggie's insight on the aftermath of the visit by Trump to Kenosha.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode was recorded just after Maria arrived in Washington DC to join the Milwaukee group led by Fran Nitty, which includes a wide ranging discussion about events there and the racial unrest in Kenosha that highlights the dilemma of Blacks loving a country that refuses to love them back.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about bad Milwaukee drivers who think speed limits are optional, and how voter suppression and disenfranchisement of people of color is covered by accusing Blacks of a lack participation.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about the Black Lives Matter march from Milwaukee to Washington DC, and its realtime spotlight of police harassment and brutal public racism along the journey, with personal stories about experiencing abuse and the climate of fear in Indiana where the marchers were most recently targeted by a campaign of terror.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode includes a discussion about election conditions in Wisconsin as a battleground state that could decide the next president, from utilizing COVID-19 for suppressing votes to the manipulation of Kanye West to divert votes.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode talks about how Milwaukee's police union has too much power without any accountability, and the failed efforts of local law enforcement to reform even after years of federal mandates to do so.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode talks about how COVID-19 is still affecting the Black population even though many act like the pandemic does not exist, the unsafe plan to re-open schools that puts children and families at risk, and the value of Black lives as essential workers.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode talks about Black identity - what it means to be an African-American in a White American culture, and whether the push for social changes will be sustainable or just symbolic.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode talks about the Juneteenth 2020 experience in Milwaukee amid the COVID-19 pandemic and daily Black Lives Matter demonstrations.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode explores some of the social traumas affecting Milwaukee as equal justice demonstrations continue to bring attention to the Black Lives Matter movement.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode explores the use of police brutality directed at people of color in reaction to the George Floyd protests.
Voices in Union: with Reggie Jackson and Maria Hamilton - is a weekly podcast that focuses on the African American Diaspora in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It connects local concerns to national trends on social justice, and educates the general population on the historical context of those issues. The program’s purpose is to build understanding, with a message of hope and reconciliation, and to offer underrepresented voices a platform to be heard.
This episode explores the traumatic conditions faced by local youth and how adults can help advocate for them.
It is a rare sight in Milwaukee to see a man of color start his own media company, let alone build it into a successful and disruptive business. But Jeff Cannady matched his determination and entrepreneurial skills with emerging technologies to develop one of the first live streaming video services in his hometown.
Milwaukee awarded $5.6 million HUD grant to protect children and families from lead hazards in the home.
Talgo’s President and CEO Antonio Perez invited Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and city leaders to view their Century City facility, as the Spanish company begins hiring more local workers to support its expanding business.
City staff members and other supporters celebrated the resiliency of Milwaukee teen Emanuel “E-Man” Monge's battle with cancer.
The Wisconsin Black Historical Society Museum hosted a special tribute to the late Harry Kemp, remembering his decades as a local photographer.
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin met with the Water Council and Wisconsin manufacturers in Milwaukee to discuss emerging water technologies and efforts to protect the state’s drinking supply.
The opening ceremony for the second annual Hip-Hop Week MKE was held at City Hall on August 19, kicking off the only event of its kind in America sponsored by a city government.
Milwaukee leaders held a vigil to remember Oak Creek, to pray for Gilroy, El Paso and Dayton, and to call for commonsense gun reforms
Recored at the #CloseTheCampsNow rally, where Milwaukee residents joined with thousands of others in cities across the country to demand an end to the detention centers where migrants seeking asylum face inhuman conditions.
Although technically a triangle, downtown’s Postman Square was transformed into Postman’s Porch with a ribbon cutting ceremony, breathing new life into the underutilized prime location and making it a “third space” for the area community.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett’s sixth annual summer health initiate launched from the City Hall Rotunda for a one-mile walk that combined excise, community, and a photo op with the Bucks mascot, Bango.
Audio recorded live at 88Nine Radio for entry in the 2019 NPR Tiny Desk Contest, by sound engineer Lodi Broekhuizen.
Audio recorded live at 88Nine Radio for entry in the 2019 NPR Tiny Desk Contest, by sound engineer Lodi Broekhuizen.
Audio recorded live at 88Nine Radio for entry in the 2019 NPR Tiny Desk Contest, by sound engineer Lodi Broekhuizen.
Audio recorded live at 88Nine Radio for entry in the 2019 NPR Tiny Desk Contest, by sound engineer Lodi Broekhuizen.
Audio recorded live at 88Nine Radio for entry in the 2019 NPR Tiny Desk Contest, by sound engineer Lodi Broekhuizen.
Audio recorded live at 88Nine Radio for entry in the 2019 NPR Tiny Desk Contest, by sound engineer Lodi Broekhuizen.
Audio recorded live at 88Nine Radio for entry in the 2019 NPR Tiny Desk Contest, by sound engineer Lodi Broekhuizen.
Audio recorded live at 88Nine Radio for entry in the 2019 NPR Tiny Desk Contest, by sound engineer Lodi Broekhuizen.
One of the signature exhibits for the 2019 Sculpture Milwaukee collection includes a building-sized installation by Carlos Rolón.
The Hall of Fame shortstop and outfielder for the Milwaukee Brewers and two-time American League MVP Award winner, Robin Yount, was the 2019 recipient of the Citizen Support award during the Milwaukee Armed Forces Week banquet at the Wisconsin Club.
The City of Milwaukee shared plans for a new vibrant urban space in the Westown neighborhood designed to provide important civic amenities and needed transit connections in a portion of the city undergoing significant redevelopment.
A new season and format for the Milwaukee PBS show “Next Avenue Community Conversations” began production under the direction of the creative team responsible for the nationally syndicated program “Around the Corner With John McGivern.”
The oldest and largest Latino Civil Rights group in America formally announced that it will celebrate the organization’s 90th anniversary in Milwaukee this summer.
Making his first stop in Milwaukee as a presidential candidate, U.S. Senator Cory Booker spoke with the local public at Coffee Makes You Black.
As Milwaukee gears up for the 2020 Democratic National Convention, city leaders, members of Business Improvement Districts (BID) and Neighborhood Improvement Districts (NID) came together for a two-way fact-finding and brainstorming session about keeping the expected $200 million generated over 4 days in the city.
Walnut Way Conservation and the City of Milwaukee's Environmental Collaboration Office, hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of green infrastructure and clean energy projects in the Lindsay Heights Neighborhood, as well as the city’s first Eco Tour designation.
88Nine Labs hosted “The Science of Marvel: Kyle Hill on the Science of Superheroes” downtown at the Milwaukee Public Library’s Centennial Hall, putting a scientific spin on how Captain Marvel can survive in space or the thermodynamics of Spider-Man’s web slinging.
The fourth annual César E. Chávez Day celebration was held in the rotunda of Milwaukee's City Hall, marking the birthday of the legendary civil rights activist.
Families from various Milwaukee communities came together to remember the life of civil rights activist and hero, César E. Chávez, for the inaugural art contest to honor his birthday.
Families from various Milwaukee communities came together to remember the life of civil rights activist and hero, César E. Chávez, for the inaugural art contest to honor his birthday.
Hundreds attended the memorial vigil at the Islamic Center of Milwaukee, for victims of the New Zealand mosque attacks that claimed 51 innocent lives. The hate inspired mass shooting, America’s newest export to the world, was the latest terror attack on people in their place of worship.
Hundreds attended the memorial vigil at the Islamic Center of Milwaukee, for victims of the New Zealand mosque attacks that claimed 51 innocent lives. The hate inspired mass shooting, America’s newest export to the world, was the latest terror attack on people in their place of worship.
The Wisconsin Anti-Violence Effort (WAVE) hosted an ILOVE (Impacted Lives Overcoming Violence Effort) story sharing program at Milwaukee City Hall, presenting Time Magazine's interactive mural project “Guns in America” along with local stories from local leaders and members of the community affected by gun violence.
Chair of the Democratic National Committee, Tom Perez, announced the party’s decision to host the 2020 National Convention in Milwaukee on March 11, as a reflection of the city’s values and a strategic part of re-taking the White House.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett delivered his 2019 State of the City address on March 11 at the Fiserv Forum to a crowd of hundreds.
The Interfaith Conference of Greater Milwaukee hosted the start of a luncheon lectures series at the First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee, , presenting the first of a lineup of speakers all based around the topic of #Immigrants Matter.
The First Unitarian Society of Milwaukee hosted a special lecture by Steve Schaffer, Assistant Archivist for the Milwaukee County Historical Society, featuring a slide collection from the legendary urban photographer Lyle Oberwise focused on his World War II experience in the China Burma India (CBI) Theater.
Golda Meir Middle School student Janiya Williams shared her winning poem from the 2019 MLK speech contest, during the City of Milwaukee’s 3rd Annual Black History program at City Hall.
The African American Heritage Committee of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church hosted the fourth and final part of a month-long celebratory series on February 24, presenting advocates and music related to the African diaspora in Milwaukee.
The African American Heritage Committee of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church hosted the third of a month-long celebratory series on February 17, presenting speakers and music related to the African diaspora in Milwaukee.
The life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. was celebrated in Milwaukee for the 35th consecutive year, honoring the slain Civil Rights leader’s birthday.
The life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. was celebrated in Milwaukee for the 35th consecutive year, honoring the slain Civil Rights leader’s birthday.
A new nonprofit was officially launched at a press conference held at the University Club of Milwaukee on January 14, with the aim to boost inclusive economic prosperity among Latinos, and utilize Milwaukee’s Hispanic population to achieve the region’s economic growth goals for the future.
Tony Evers was sworn in as Wisconsin’s 46th governor on January 7 along with four additional State constitutional officers, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, Attorney General Josh Kaul, Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, and Secretary of State Douglas La Follette.
John Ridley’s No Studios kicked-off its book event series on December 15 with "Omari" by Author Frank Lewis.
Democratic Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes held their final listening session in Milwaukee.
Historian John Gurda spoke at the Milwaukee County Historical Society (MCHS) to a packed crowd of historical enthusiasts about the major update to his classic book “The Making of Milwaukee.”
Governor-elect Tony Evers made his first trip to Milwaukee City Hall since winning his election to meet with Mayor Tom Barrett and address the Common Council on December 4, while the Wisconsin Legislature’s extraordinary session in Madison took aim at altering the state’s democratic process.
The Milwaukee County Historical Society (MCHS) officially added two new Milwaukee County landmarks during its November 27 annual meeting, including the lynching site of George Marshall Clark.
The Milwaukee County War Memorial Center Board of Trustees commemorated the 50th Anniversary of Gary Wetzel receiving the Medal of Honor at a private ceremony on November 13, by adding to his list of decorations with a special Patriot Award.
Civil rights leader and pastor, the Rev. Joseph Ellwanger, challenged listeners to consider social and civil justice as a natural outgrowth of a Christ-centered religion at an October 28 gathering at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Milwaukee.
In his office at City Hall, Mayor Tom Barrett expressed his excitement to sit down and talk with the newly elected Sheriff of Milwaukee County about their new partnership, and moving forward together to address community challenges.
Executive Director of the City of Milwaukee Election Commission, Neil V. Albrecht, and Mayor Tom Barrett explained at a press conference held at City Hall on November 7 that the handling of absentee ballots on election night was routine, even as Governor Scott Walker raised questions about their possible effect on the governor's race.
Executive Director of the City of Milwaukee Election Commission, Neil V. Albrecht, and Mayor Tom Barrett explained at a press conference held at City Hall on November 7 that the handling of absentee ballots on election night was routine, even as Governor Scott Walker raised questions about their possible effect on the governor's race.
After six decades, Streetcars are again part of Milwaukee’s transit system and landscape scenery, when Mayor Tom Barrett, city leaders, and community stakeholders cut the ceremonial ribbon interwoven with hops - used for brewing beer - to officially launch passenger service on November 2 at 12:55 p.m.
Speakers at the October 29 community gathering in Milwaukee to mourn the 11 people killed in Pittsburgh during Shabbat services on October 27.
On October 25, Milwaukee Pride coordinated a Rally for Resistance at the archway of City Hall featuring local LGBT leaders, in response to details that the federal government was moving forward with efforts that would take away the civil rights of American citizens.
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin welcomed former President Barack Obama to Wisconsin on October 26 to campaign with Senator Tammy Baldwin, Tony Evers, and Democratic candidates up and down the ballot ahead of the November 6 election at North Division High School.
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin welcomed former President Barack Obama to Wisconsin on October 26 to campaign with Senator Tammy Baldwin, Tony Evers, and Democratic candidates up and down the ballot ahead of the November 6 election at North Division High School.
Nō Studios hosted a conversation with longtime collaborators John Ridley and Felicity Huffman, as a special Milwaukee Film Festival event that shared stories about the creative process of Hollywood.
An audience question and answer session after the Milwaukee premiere screening of the award winning documentary “Science Fair” with co-directors Cristina Costantini and Darren Foster.
Introductory speeches from the Opening Night film presentation made by Milwaukee Film leaders Sara Meaney, Chris Abele, and Jonathan Jackson.
The Hop, presented by Potawatomi Hotel & Casino, is officially slated to begin passenger service on Friday, November 2, kicking off a full slate of “Grand Hop-ening” weekend events designed to engage the entire Milwaukee community.
Mayor Tom Barrett designated September 15 to October 15 as Hispanic Heritage Month throughout the City of Milwaukee, during a recent press conference at City Hall. He encouraged the public to engage in the many city-wide events, to make the community stronger by embracing its ethnic diversity.
Lex Allen performed during the AlleyWayz concert series on August 19, a combination of music and art in the Black Cat Alley District of Milwaukee’s East Side. This is a live recording of that event. * Advisory - Explicit Language *
Interview with Shawna Nicols - Segment 03 - Death and the memory of Joe by Milwaukee Independent
Interview with Shawna Nicols - Segment 05 - The challenge of daring to be by Milwaukee Independent
Interview with Shawna Nicols - Segment 01 - The Wisconsin Avenue Crew by Milwaukee Independent
Interview with Shawna Nicols - Segment 04 - A life’s journey in tattoos by Milwaukee Independent
Lorde Fredd33 performed during the AlleyWayz concert series on August 5, a combination of music and art in the Black Cat Alley District of Milwaukee’s East Side. This is a live recording of that event. * Advisory - Explicit Language *
Nickel & Rose performed during the AlleyWayz concert series on July 22, a combination of music and art in the Black Cat Alley District of Milwaukee’s East Side. This is a live recording of that event.
Bucks players, team owners, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, elected officials, and alumni attended the ribbon cutting ceremony on August 26 to officially open the Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee’s new world-class sports and entertainment venue.
Hip-Hop Week MKE kicked off with keynote speaker Rico Love, who came back to his home city to inspire others.
The Miller High Life Theater hosted a news conference with Alderman Khalif J. Rainey and community leaders on August 20 to launch Hip-Hop Week MKE, the first official city-wide event of its kind.
Interview with Shawna Nicols - Segment 02 - The Art of being a DJ by Milwaukee Independent
History was made on August 7 as Vel R. Phillips, Milwaukee’s first African-American and first female Alderperson, had a public street officially named in her honor.
The Milwaukee County War Memorial Center hosted a ceremony to honor veterans wounded in combat on Purple Heart Day, August 7.
The Milwaukee County Historical Society (MCHS) hosted a public hearing on August 8 to discuss three nominations for historically significant landmarks, with the 1861 lynching of George Marshall Clark attracting much attention and support from the attending crowd.
The City of Milwaukee will phase out the loathed LUKE parking stations, that clustered several street parking spots into a group kiosk, and replace them with high tech smart meters that resemble the traditional model used by cities since the 1930s.
Several dozen associates of the organization founded by people who can trace their ancestors to the Mayflower, the famous English ship that brought Puritans - known today as Pilgrims - to the New World in 1620, visited their famous members buried at Forest Home Cemetery on July 28.
It does not require spending much time with the Pastor of Unity Lutheran Church to realize he is not just doing a job but living out his true calling, a view Kevan Penvose held for his own father’s ministry.
It does not require spending much time with the Pastor of Unity Lutheran Church to realize he is not just doing a job but living out his true calling, a view Kevan Penvose held for his own father’s ministry.
It does not require spending much time with the Pastor of Unity Lutheran Church to realize he is not just doing a job but living out his true calling, a view Kevan Penvose held for his own father’s ministry.
It does not require spending much time with the Pastor of Unity Lutheran Church to realize he is not just doing a job but living out his true calling, a view Kevan Penvose held for his own father’s ministry.
It does not require spending much time with the Pastor of Unity Lutheran Church to realize he is not just doing a job but living out his true calling, a view Kevan Penvose held for his own father’s ministry.
It does not require spending much time with the Pastor of Unity Lutheran Church to realize he is not just doing a job but living out his true calling, a view Kevan Penvose held for his own father’s ministry.
Hundreds of Milwaukee residents, business owners, Kiewit construction workers, streetcar operators, and children from nearby Ebenezer Child Care Center, joined city leaders and staff on July 2 for a “last weld” ceremony to mark the completion of construction for The Hop’s Main Line.
Survivors of the Parkland, Florida school shooting were in Milwaukee on June 23 to engage students in the national push for gun reform.
On June 21, hundreds of immigrant community members and supporters rallied outside the Milwaukee office of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to protest President Trump's Executive Order regarding the indefinite imprisonment of families in internment camps and to call for the abolition of ICE.
On June 21, hundreds of immigrant community members and supporters rallied outside the Milwaukee office of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to protest President Trump's Executive Order regarding the indefinite imprisonment of families in internment camps and to call for the abolition of ICE.
On June 21, hundreds of immigrant community members and supporters rallied outside the Milwaukee office of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to protest President Trump's Executive Order regarding the indefinite imprisonment of families in internment camps and to call for the abolition of ICE.
On June 21, hundreds of immigrant community members and supporters rallied outside the Milwaukee office of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to protest President Trump's Executive Order regarding the indefinite imprisonment of families in internment camps and to call for the abolition of ICE.
On June 21, hundreds of immigrant community members and supporters rallied outside the Milwaukee office of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to protest President Trump's Executive Order regarding the indefinite imprisonment of families in internment camps and to call for the abolition of ICE.
The Grand Opening of the Griot Apartments and the Re-Emergence of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) was celebrated on June 18, with attendance by a full house of hundreds of residents and city leaders.
The Grand Opening of the Griot Apartments and the Re-Emergence of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) was celebrated on June 18, with attendance by a full house of hundreds of residents and city leaders.
The 31st Annual PrideFest Milwaukee kicked off its opening ceremonies on June 8 at the Henry Maier Festival Park grounds, with honored guests, elected officials, award winners, and guest speakers that included a keynote address from Danica Roem.
The 31st Annual PrideFest Milwaukee kicked off its opening ceremonies on June 8 at the Henry Maier Festival Park grounds, with honored guests, elected officials, award winners, and guest speakers that included a keynote address from Danica Roem.
The 31st Annual PrideFest Milwaukee kicked off its opening ceremonies on June 8 at the Henry Maier Festival Park grounds, with honored guests, elected officials, award winners, and guest speakers that included a keynote address from Danica Roem.
The 31st Annual PrideFest Milwaukee kicked off its opening ceremonies on June 8 at the Henry Maier Festival Park grounds, with honored guests, elected officials, award winners, and guest speakers that included a keynote address from Danica Roem.
After a 15-year hiatus, County Executive Chris Abele, Summerfest CEO Don Smiley, and Glendale Mayor Bryan Kennedy announced the return of the MCTS Freeway Flyers service to Summerfest from the the Silver Spring Drive Park-Ride Lot, across from Bayshore Town Center.
The Milwaukee County Historical Society hosted its 65th Annual Awards Dinner at the Pfister Hotel on May 10, recognizes individuals and organizations that have played a significant role in preserving Milwaukee history.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with Brad Lichtenstein to talk about his filmmaking experiences.
Menomonee Valley Partners, the City of Milwaukee, and UWM’s School of Architecture and Urban Planning’s Community Design Solutions revealed a vision to transform more than 40 acres of land remaining in the heart of the Menomonee Valley.
Audio from the MSOE groundbreaking event for the new $34 million academic facility, with speeches by Dr. John Walz, president of MSOE; Dr. Dan Moceri, chairman of the MSOE Board of Regents; Dr. Dwight Diercks, senior vice president of NVIDIA; Mayor Tom Barrett; Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele; Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker.
April 20 was the anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting, and Rufus King High School, Shorewood High School, and other Milwaukee-area high schools joined together for a full day's walkout.
On April 11, Milwaukee-area realtors and city leaders gathered to recognize the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act and Milwaukee’s open housing marches that began on August 28, 1967, and lasted until March 14, 1968.
Sisters Victoriah “Vic” Banuelos and Hannah Gabriela “Gabby” Banuelos performed live as Reyna at 88.9's Studio Milwaukee on April 7 as a preview for their evening concert with Siren at Company Brewing.
Wisconsin State Representative Evan Goyke briefed the Wisconsin Legislature on corrections policy and legislative solutions that will help the Department of Corrections save money and be more efficient in their operations.
The Milwaukee RiverWalk celebrated its international award from the Urban Land Institute for global excellence with community leaders and supporters who developed the landmark attraction over the past two decades.
The Milwaukee RiverWalk celebrated its international award from the Urban Land Institute for global excellence with community leaders and supporters who developed the landmark attraction over the past two decades.
The Milwaukee RiverWalk celebrated its international award from the Urban Land Institute for global excellence with community leaders and supporters who developed the landmark attraction over the past two decades.
Given a politically impactful name by his self-described revolutionary parents, Fidel Verdin uses hip hop and other urban arts to engage Milwaukee’s youth in social justice and personal healing.
Given a politically impactful name by his self-described revolutionary parents, Fidel Verdin uses hip hop and other urban arts to engage Milwaukee’s youth in social justice and personal healing.
Given a politically impactful name by his self-described revolutionary parents, Fidel Verdin uses hip hop and other urban arts to engage Milwaukee’s youth in social justice and personal healing.
Given a politically impactful name by his self-described revolutionary parents, Fidel Verdin uses hip hop and other urban arts to engage Milwaukee’s youth in social justice and personal healing.
Given a politically impactful name by his self-described revolutionary parents, Fidel Verdin uses hip hop and other urban arts to engage Milwaukee’s youth in social justice and personal healing.
Given a politically impactful name by his self-described revolutionary parents, Fidel Verdin uses hip hop and other urban arts to engage Milwaukee’s youth in social justice and personal healing.
Given a politically impactful name by his self-described revolutionary parents, Fidel Verdin uses hip hop and other urban arts to engage Milwaukee’s youth in social justice and personal healing.
Given a politically impactful name by his self-described revolutionary parents, Fidel Verdin uses hip hop and other urban arts to engage Milwaukee’s youth in social justice and personal healing.
Given a politically impactful name by his self-described revolutionary parents, Fidel Verdin uses hip hop and other urban arts to engage Milwaukee’s youth in social justice and personal healing.
Near West Side Partners and the Avenues West Association hosted the first ever panel discussion with the four past and present African American Common Council Presidents at the Tripoli Shrine Center.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett joined March for Our Lives MKE youth leaders, Isabella Staton, Marvell Reed, and Linnea Stanton, in a press conference to express his support and admiration for their activism.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett joined March for Our Lives MKE youth leaders, Isabella Staton, Marvell Reed, and Linnea Stanton, in a press conference to express his support and admiration for their activism.
Milwaukee and Irpin, Ukraine signed a Sister City agreement to foster friendship and collaboration between the two municipalities on March 15.
The Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association and the Wisconsin Association of African-American Lawyers commemorated the 50th anniversary of the fair housing marches and the passage of the Fair Housing Act on March 14 at the U.S. Courthouse and Federal Office Building in Milwaukee.
The Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association and the Wisconsin Association of African-American Lawyers commemorated the 50th anniversary of the fair housing marches and the passage of the Fair Housing Act on March 14 at the U.S. Courthouse and Federal Office Building in Milwaukee.
The Jewish Museum Milwaukee organized a bus tour through historic Milwaukee Civil Rights sites on March 11, in predominantly African American and Jewish communities, like the Haymarket area and Sherman Park.
The Jewish Museum Milwaukee organized a bus tour through historic Milwaukee Civil Rights sites on March 11, in predominantly African American and Jewish communities, like the Haymarket area and Sherman Park.
A comprehensive news conference was held at City Hall on March 13, to educate the public on the community-based response to a HIV and syphilis cluster that has impacted at least 125 individuals.
Federal Magistrate Judge David E. Jones offered powerful remarks during the naturalization ceremony for local individuals who took the Oath of Allegiance to become U.S. citizens.
On January 31, Milwaukee PBS hosted an enlightening conversation with 2016 MacArthur Fellow, UWM Theatre Professor, and Founder of TimeSlips Creative Storytelling, Anne Basting.
Activist and artist Kelly Parks Snider addressed a gathering of women from all ethnic and faith backgrounds during a special International Women’s Day program on March 8 at Milwaukee City Hall.
No one expects at age 28 that a spouse will be diagnosed with a fatal disease like cancer. But for Honore Nolting and her 30 year old husband Tom, they chose laughter as the best medicine to fight for their lives against a threatening late stage illness. With the worst over after 128 days of treatment, the journey of survivorship began and continues for the married couple. Honore documented her experience as a caregiver in a new and heartfelt book to help other young adults with cancer endure and triumph over their medical challenges ahead.
No one expects at age 28 that a spouse will be diagnosed with a fatal disease like cancer. But for Honore Nolting and her 30 year old husband Tom, they chose laughter as the best medicine to fight for their lives against a threatening late stage illness. With the worst over after 128 days of treatment, the journey of survivorship began and continues for the married couple. Honore documented her experience as a caregiver in a new and heartfelt book to help other young adults with cancer endure and triumph over their medical challenges ahead.
No one expects at age 28 that a spouse will be diagnosed with a fatal disease like cancer. But for Honore Nolting and her 30 year old husband Tom, they chose laughter as the best medicine to fight for their lives against a threatening late stage illness. With the worst over after 128 days of treatment, the journey of survivorship began and continues for the married couple. Honore documented her experience as a caregiver in a new and heartfelt book to help other young adults with cancer endure and triumph over their medical challenges ahead.
A story of resilience and inspiration from two members of the Greater Milwaukee Community, recorded live at Turner Hall.
Oscar-winning filmmaker and Milwaukee native John Ridley announced the creation of NO STUDIOS, a hub for the creative arts in downtown Milwaukee, during a February 27 press conference at the Brewhouse Inn.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett delivered his 2018 State of the City address on February 26 at the Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons to a crowd of hundreds.
Special Presentation by Milwaukee historian John Gurda and maritime photographer Chris Winters about Milwaukee’s freshwater culture and the history of Discovery World’s Tall Ship, the Sailing Vessel (S/V) Denis Sullivan.
Special Presentation by Milwaukee historian John Gurda and maritime photographer Chris Winters about Milwaukee’s freshwater culture and the history of Discovery World’s Tall Ship, the Sailing Vessel (S/V) Denis Sullivan.
Joyce Mallory discussed her experiences with Professor Ernst Borinski, a German-Jewish intellectual who immigrated from Germany in 1938 and contributed to undermining Jim Crow laws in Mississippi in the 1950s and 1960s.
As a young girl, Norma Duckworth found America a place of wealth but desperately wanted to return to her home in the poor countryside of Mexico. Food has always been a part of her life, as a bond with family loved ones and a hardship when it was scarce. Those experiences contributed to her drive for volunteerism and support of the local immigrant community, and her mission of faith in Milwaukee to feed the hungry and help anyone in need.
As a young girl, Norma Duckworth found America a place of wealth but desperately wanted to return to her home in the poor countryside of Mexico. Food has always been a part of her life, as a bond with family loved ones and a hardship when it was scarce. Those experiences contributed to her drive for volunteerism and support of the local immigrant community, and her mission of faith in Milwaukee to feed the hungry and help anyone in need.
As a young girl, Norma Duckworth found America a place of wealth but desperately wanted to return to her home in the poor countryside of Mexico. Food has always been a part of her life, as a bond with family loved ones and a hardship when it was scarce. Those experiences contributed to her drive for volunteerism and support of the local immigrant community, and her mission of faith in Milwaukee to feed the hungry and help anyone in need.
As a young girl, Norma Duckworth found America a place of wealth but desperately wanted to return to her home in the poor countryside of Mexico. Food has always been a part of her life, as a bond with family loved ones and a hardship when it was scarce. Those experiences contributed to her drive for volunteerism and support of the local immigrant community, and her mission of faith in Milwaukee to feed the hungry and help anyone in need.
As a young girl, Norma Duckworth found America a place of wealth but desperately wanted to return to her home in the poor countryside of Mexico. Food has always been a part of her life, as a bond with family loved ones and a hardship when it was scarce. Those experiences contributed to her drive for volunteerism and support of the local immigrant community, and her mission of faith in Milwaukee to feed the hungry and help anyone in need.
Audio recorded at the January 21, 2018 Women's March Wisconsin Anniversary Day of Action in Milwaukee.
These audio segments were recorded during the 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on January 14.
These audio segments were recorded during the 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on January 14.
These audio segments were recorded during the 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on January 14.
These audio segments were recorded during the 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on January 14.
These audio segments were recorded during the 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on January 14.
These audio segments were recorded during the 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on January 14.
These audio segments were recorded during the 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on January 14.
Founder and Co-Owner of Lakefront Brewery Jim Klisch hosted the January Behind the Brew event, presenting the continuing history and innovation of hops in the American in Milwaukee.
Norma Duckworth and the Open Door Community Center JC hosted a screening and panel discussion at Shorewood High School of the “Waking in Oak Creek” documentary, telling the story of the town’s transformation and healing after the deadly 2012 hate attach.
Inspired by a great American novel, this talk will explore a process for unlearning debilitating concepts of racism, schooling, fitness, space, and even how to perceive Milwaukee itself.
In this talk, Jackson shares what he has learned about dealing with anger in a positive way from his mentor, Dr. James Cameron, the only known lynching survivor and founder of America's Black Holocaust Museum.
Emmy and Peabody Award-winning documentary filmmaker, Lynn Novick, held an informal Q&A with veterans about the 18-hour documentary series she co-directed with Ken Burns at The Hamilton on Veterans Day 2017.
The Milwaukee County Historical Society (MCHS) hosted a “200 Nights of Freedom” event on November 3 with author Patrick Jones who discussed his book about Milwaukee's Open Housing Marches of 1967-1968.
Steve Schaffer, Assistant Archivist at the Milwaukee County Historical Society (MCHS) spoke with the Milwaukee Independent about the 600 rare China-Burma-India images in the Lyle Oberwise Photography Collection, and their amazing significance.
As co-chairs of the Milwaukee 7 regional economic development organization, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow discussed the formal bid that the M7 was submitting to become a new home for Amazon.com on October 18.
Women of color were united with locked arms as they gathered in Milwaukee and around the nation to demand racial justice on September 30, during the Black Women’s Empowerment March.
The Coakley Brothers glass water tower lighting ceremony on September 21, with a crowd of hundreds in attendance. Both business and city leaders, including Commissioner Rocky Marcoux and Alderman Jose Perez, were in attendance. The artist, Tom Fruin, was also a featured guest.
This audio was recorded at the Community Room of 88Nine Radio Milwaukee in Walker’s Point, with introductions from Guy Temple, on the Board of Directors of the Bay View Community Center, and guest host Dylan Bolin.
88Nine RadioMilwaukee and Penfield Children's Center celebrated the completion of the Near West Side's newest mural on September 14.
This audio was recorded from historian Edward Bonekemper’s lecture, based on his book “The Myth of the Lost Cause: Why the South Fought the Civil War and Why the North Won.”
This audio of historian Edward Bonekemper’s keynote speech in Milwaukee was recorded at the Wisconsin Club, for the September 7 Civil War Round Table of Milwaukee event.
Along with Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Darienne Driver, speakers included Governor Scott Walker, Department of Public Instruction Superintendent Tony Evers, and MPS School Board Director Paula Phillips.
The March On Milwaukee 50th Coordinating Committee hosted the “200 Nights of Freedom Kickoff” in the City Hall Rotunda on August 28, commemorating the anniversary of Milwaukee’s Fair Housing Marches.
A recording of the announcement event on August 22, when the Historic King Drive BID #8 was officially designated the newest Wisconsin Main Street. Speakers included Representative David Bowen, Daphne Jones of Malone's Fine Sausage, Deshea Agee and LaMarr Franklin of the Historic King Drive BID, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Lisa Mauer of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp., and Mayor Tom Barrett.
The August 17 broadcast of 88Nine Radio Milwaukee’s 414 Live concert, featuring New Age Narcissism, as part of the “No Empty Backpacks School Supplies Drive.”
The Handala community mural was presented to the Clarke Square neighborhood on July 25 during a public event, in celebration of efforts to transform the area.
Governor Scott Walker and Foxconn Founder Terry Gou signed a vaguely worded Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Milwaukee Art Museum on July 27.
The groundbreaking ceremony was held for the MKE Meditation Room at General Mitchell International Airport on July 19, 2017.
Community leaders joined the Greater Milwaukee Foundation on July 20 to launch “On the Table,” an effort to rally people and organizations across all sectors of the community to generate ideas and ignite action for the benefit of the region and its future.
The Benedict Center announced the expansion of its Sisters Diversion Program, a street-level diversion for women in street prоstіtutіоn, to the city’s south side at a press conference on July 13 at the Hope House of Milwaukee. Along with Jeanne Geraci, Executive Director of the Benedict Center, speakers at the event in support of the program included County Executive Chris Abele, District Attorney John Chisholm, Hector Colon, Assistant Chief James Harpole, Arnitta Holliman, Alderman Jose Perez, Tammy Rivera, Sister Linda Szocik, and Captain Heather Wurth.
Steven Walters, a senior producer with the nonprofit public affairs channel WisconsinEye, interviewed Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele On July 11, 2017. The interview was recorded by WisconsinEye in the Office of the Milwaukee County Executive, and the Milwaukee Independent was invited to collaborate on the reporting. The unedited session covers a range of topics from Milwaukee County budget issues to transit sustainability and expansion plans.
From being evacuated with her family out of Iran during the Islamic Revolution in 1979, to managing the public information of the many high profile Los Angeles courtroom trials of the 1990s, Jerrianne Hayslett has been a witness to the power of the news media, and the misuse of that public trust in the race for corporate profits. The award-winning author of “Anatomy of a Trial,” newspaper journalist, and world-traveling consultant on issues of law and media relations has made Milwaukee her home, and strives to bring social justice to her adopted city.
From being evacuated with her family out of Iran during the Islamic Revolution in 1979, to managing the public information of the many high profile Los Angeles courtroom trials of the 1990s, Jerrianne Hayslett has been a witness to the power of the news media, and the misuse of that public trust in the race for corporate profits. The award-winning author of “Anatomy of a Trial,” newspaper journalist, and world-traveling consultant on issues of law and media relations has made Milwaukee her home, and strives to bring social justice to her adopted city.
From being evacuated with her family out of Iran during the Islamic Revolution in 1979, to managing the public information of the many high profile Los Angeles courtroom trials of the 1990s, Jerrianne Hayslett has been a witness to the power of the news media, and the misuse of that public trust in the race for corporate profits. The award-winning author of “Anatomy of a Trial,” newspaper journalist, and world-traveling consultant on issues of law and media relations has made Milwaukee her home, and strives to bring social justice to her adopted city.
From being evacuated with her family out of Iran during the Islamic Revolution in 1979, to managing the public information of the many high profile Los Angeles courtroom trials of the 1990s, Jerrianne Hayslett has been a witness to the power of the news media, and the misuse of that public trust in the race for corporate profits. The award-winning author of “Anatomy of a Trial,” newspaper journalist, and world-traveling consultant on issues of law and media relations has made Milwaukee her home, and strives to bring social justice to her adopted city.
From being evacuated with her family out of Iran during the Islamic Revolution in 1979, to managing the public information of the many high profile Los Angeles courtroom trials of the 1990s, Jerrianne Hayslett has been a witness to the power of the news media, and the misuse of that public trust in the race for corporate profits. The award-winning author of “Anatomy of a Trial,” newspaper journalist, and world-traveling consultant on issues of law and media relations has made Milwaukee her home, and strives to bring social justice to her adopted city.
From being evacuated with her family out of Iran during the Islamic Revolution in 1979, to managing the public information of the many high profile Los Angeles courtroom trials of the 1990s, Jerrianne Hayslett has been a witness to the power of the news media, and the misuse of that public trust in the race for corporate profits. The award-winning author of “Anatomy of a Trial,” newspaper journalist, and world-traveling consultant on issues of law and media relations has made Milwaukee her home, and strives to bring social justice to her adopted city.
From being evacuated with her family out of Iran during the Islamic Revolution in 1979, to managing the public information of the many high profile Los Angeles courtroom trials of the 1990s, Jerrianne Hayslett has been a witness to the power of the news media, and the misuse of that public trust in the race for corporate profits. The award-winning author of “Anatomy of a Trial,” newspaper journalist, and world-traveling consultant on issues of law and media relations has made Milwaukee her home, and strives to bring social justice to her adopted city.
This audio clip features James Earl Jones, reading the famous Frederick Douglass 1852 Independence Day address in Rochester, New York. It was part of a performance during Howard Zinn’s “Voices of a People’s History of the United States” and recorded by democracynow.org.
Standing as a bridge between police who struggle to express compassion while applying enforcement of the law and a grieving community raw with pain and limited resources to cope are the 51 Chaplains of The Salvation Army. The unique and first of its kind program in the nation is coordinated by Pastor Alexis Twito, who has seen the powerful and healing impact of creating trust between the diverse faith community, police, and marginalized Milwaukee residents by building relationships with trust and striving to do the most good.
Standing as a bridge between police who struggle to express compassion while applying enforcement of the law and a grieving community raw with pain and limited resources to cope are the 51 Chaplains of The Salvation Army. The unique and first of its kind program in the nation is coordinated by Pastor Alexis Twito, who has seen the powerful and healing impact of creating trust between the diverse faith community, police, and marginalized Milwaukee residents by building relationships with trust and striving to do the most good.
Standing as a bridge between police who struggle to express compassion while applying enforcement of the law and a grieving community raw with pain and limited resources to cope are the 51 Chaplains of The Salvation Army. The unique and first of its kind program in the nation is coordinated by Pastor Alexis Twito, who has seen the powerful and healing impact of creating trust between the diverse faith community, police, and marginalized Milwaukee residents by building relationships with trust and striving to do the most good.
Standing as a bridge between police who struggle to express compassion while applying enforcement of the law and a grieving community raw with pain and limited resources to cope are the 51 Chaplains of The Salvation Army. The unique and first of its kind program in the nation is coordinated by Pastor Alexis Twito, who has seen the powerful and healing impact of creating trust between the diverse faith community, police, and marginalized Milwaukee residents by building relationships with trust and striving to do the most good.
Standing as a bridge between police who struggle to express compassion while applying enforcement of the law and a grieving community raw with pain and limited resources to cope are the 51 Chaplains of The Salvation Army. The unique and first of its kind program in the nation is coordinated by Pastor Alexis Twito, who has seen the powerful and healing impact of creating trust between the diverse faith community, police, and marginalized Milwaukee residents by building relationships with trust and striving to do the most good.
Standing as a bridge between police who struggle to express compassion while applying enforcement of the law and a grieving community raw with pain and limited resources to cope are the 51 Chaplains of The Salvation Army. The unique and first of its kind program in the nation is coordinated by Pastor Alexis Twito, who has seen the powerful and healing impact of creating trust between the diverse faith community, police, and marginalized Milwaukee residents by building relationships with trust and striving to do the most good.
Standing as a bridge between police who struggle to express compassion while applying enforcement of the law and a grieving community raw with pain and limited resources to cope are the 51 Chaplains of The Salvation Army. The unique and first of its kind program in the nation is coordinated by Pastor Alexis Twito, who has seen the powerful and healing impact of creating trust between the diverse faith community, police, and marginalized Milwaukee residents by building relationships with trust and striving to do the most good.
Members of the YouthBuild program, coordinated by the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee, were invited to earn hands on construction training at the site of the $150,000 multi-sport complex in Milwaukee's Westlawn Neighborhood.
Members of the YouthBuild program, coordinated by the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee, were invited to earn hands on construction training at the site of the $150,000 multi-sport complex in Milwaukee's Westlawn Neighborhood.
This audio segment was recorded at the graduation ceremony of the 2016-2017 class of the Associates in Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) program on June 13. Featured speakers included Rocky Marcoux, Wyman Winston, and Mark Eppli and Barry Mandel, offering the real estate development community words of advice and inspiration.
This audio segment was recorded at the graduation ceremony of the 2016-2017 class of the Associates in Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) program on June 13. Featured speakers included Rocky Marcoux, Wyman Winston, and Mark Eppli and Barry Mandel, offering the real estate development community words of advice and inspiration.
This audio segment was recorded at the graduation ceremony of the 2016-2017 class of the Associates in Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) program on June 13. Featured speakers included Rocky Marcoux, Wyman Winston, and Mark Eppli and Barry Mandel, offering the real estate development community words of advice and inspiration.
The Milwaukee Independent caught up with renowned artist Reynaldo Hernandez during the Bay View “Street Canvas” project, and talked with the muralist about the social messages and impact of his iconic work, and the changes he has seen in his hometown of Milwaukee over the decades of his career.
This audio was recorded at the Grohmann Museum’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden on the campus of the Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) during the June 2 public presentation by Dr. Pattillo, including remarks by Dr. John Walz, President of MSOE, and Co-Founder of Walnut Way Conservation Corp., Sharon Adams.
Paralyzed at 17 for six month, Denisha Tate refused to accept the initial diagnosis because the condition stood in the way of her helping others embrace the power of joy. Guided by a deep sense of faith, her many years in leadership roles at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee have left a positive impact on a generation of youth in search of hope and their own best self.
Paralyzed at 17 for six month, Denisha Tate refused to accept the initial diagnosis because the condition stood in the way of her helping others embrace the power of joy. Guided by a deep sense of faith, her many years in leadership roles at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee have left a positive impact on a generation of youth in search of hope and their own best self.
Paralyzed at 17 for six month, Denisha Tate refused to accept the initial diagnosis because the condition stood in the way of her helping others embrace the power of joy. Guided by a deep sense of faith, her many years in leadership roles at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee have left a positive impact on a generation of youth in search of hope and their own best self.
Paralyzed at 17 for six month, Denisha Tate refused to accept the initial diagnosis because the condition stood in the way of her helping others embrace the power of joy. Guided by a deep sense of faith, her many years in leadership roles at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee have left a positive impact on a generation of youth in search of hope and their own best self.
Paralyzed at 17 for six month, Denisha Tate refused to accept the initial diagnosis because the condition stood in the way of her helping others embrace the power of joy. Guided by a deep sense of faith, her many years in leadership roles at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee have left a positive impact on a generation of youth in search of hope and their own best self.
Paralyzed at 17 for six month, Denisha Tate refused to accept the initial diagnosis because the condition stood in the way of her helping others embrace the power of joy. Guided by a deep sense of faith, her many years in leadership roles at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee have left a positive impact on a generation of youth in search of hope and their own best self.
As the sister of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance Sijan, Janine Sijan Rozina has spent a lifetime preserving the story of her brother as an inspiration for people facing unimaginable hardships. Her mission has not been to remember his wartime ordeal as a POW, but to present Lance’s courage and refusal to quit as an example. Her efforts celebrate his spirit of hope, with its power to touch and uplift the lives of others.
As the sister of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance Sijan, Janine Sijan Rozina has spent a lifetime preserving the story of her brother as an inspiration for people facing unimaginable hardships. Her mission has not been to remember his wartime ordeal as a POW, but to present Lance’s courage and refusal to quit as an example. Her efforts celebrate his spirit of hope, with its power to touch and uplift the lives of others.
As the sister of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance Sijan, Janine Sijan Rozina has spent a lifetime preserving the story of her brother as an inspiration for people facing unimaginable hardships. Her mission has not been to remember his wartime ordeal as a POW, but to present Lance’s courage and refusal to quit as an example. Her efforts celebrate his spirit of hope, with its power to touch and uplift the lives of others.
As the sister of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance Sijan, Janine Sijan Rozina has spent a lifetime preserving the story of her brother as an inspiration for people facing unimaginable hardships. Her mission has not been to remember his wartime ordeal as a POW, but to present Lance’s courage and refusal to quit as an example. Her efforts celebrate his spirit of hope, with its power to touch and uplift the lives of others.
As the sister of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance Sijan, Janine Sijan Rozina has spent a lifetime preserving the story of her brother as an inspiration for people facing unimaginable hardships. Her mission has not been to remember his wartime ordeal as a POW, but to present Lance’s courage and refusal to quit as an example. Her efforts celebrate his spirit of hope, with its power to touch and uplift the lives of others.
As the sister of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance Sijan, Janine Sijan Rozina has spent a lifetime preserving the story of her brother as an inspiration for people facing unimaginable hardships. Her mission has not been to remember his wartime ordeal as a POW, but to present Lance’s courage and refusal to quit as an example. Her efforts celebrate his spirit of hope, with its power to touch and uplift the lives of others.
As the sister of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance Sijan, Janine Sijan Rozina has spent a lifetime preserving the story of her brother as an inspiration for people facing unimaginable hardships. Her mission has not been to remember his wartime ordeal as a POW, but to present Lance’s courage and refusal to quit as an example. Her efforts celebrate his spirit of hope, with its power to touch and uplift the lives of others.
As the sister of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance Sijan, Janine Sijan Rozina has spent a lifetime preserving the story of her brother as an inspiration for people facing unimaginable hardships. Her mission has not been to remember his wartime ordeal as a POW, but to present Lance’s courage and refusal to quit as an example. Her efforts celebrate his spirit of hope, with its power to touch and uplift the lives of others.
As the sister of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance Sijan, Janine Sijan Rozina has spent a lifetime preserving the story of her brother as an inspiration for people facing unimaginable hardships. Her mission has not been to remember his wartime ordeal as a POW, but to present Lance’s courage and refusal to quit as an example. Her efforts celebrate his spirit of hope, with its power to touch and uplift the lives of others.
After almost a decade planning, public discussions, and coalition building, the Greenwich Park Apartments held its Grand Opening Ceremony on May 4 to a packed room of stakeholders and grateful residents. Speakers at the event included Mayor Tom Barrett, Alderman Nik Kovac, and Wyman Winston of WHEDA.
With a career that spans three decades in the music industry from a sound engineer to booking top artists for Summerfest, Doug Johnson is most proud of his other full-time job as being the father of adopted African-American twins. His holistic approach to life, persistence for social justice, and insightful parenting in action takes on racial issues with healthy and direct action. Johnson’s philosophy serves as an example beyond his living room and as a model to the segregated Milwaukee community for how to embrace and incorporate racial diversity.
With a career that spans three decades in the music industry from a sound engineer to booking top artists for Summerfest, Doug Johnson is most proud of his other full-time job as being the father of adopted African-American twins. His holistic approach to life, persistence for social justice, and insightful parenting in action takes on racial issues with healthy and direct action. Johnson’s philosophy serves as an example beyond his living room and as a model to the segregated Milwaukee community for how to embrace and incorporate racial diversity.
With a career that spans three decades in the music industry from a sound engineer to booking top artists for Summerfest, Doug Johnson is most proud of his other full-time job as being the father of adopted African-American twins. His holistic approach to life, persistence for social justice, and insightful parenting in action takes on racial issues with healthy and direct action. Johnson’s philosophy serves as an example beyond his living room and as a model to the segregated Milwaukee community for how to embrace and incorporate racial diversity.
With a career that spans three decades in the music industry from a sound engineer to booking top artists for Summerfest, Doug Johnson is most proud of his other full-time job as being the father of adopted African-American twins. His holistic approach to life, persistence for social justice, and insightful parenting in action takes on racial issues with healthy and direct action. Johnson’s philosophy serves as an example beyond his living room and as a model to the segregated Milwaukee community for how to embrace and incorporate racial diversity.
With a career that spans three decades in the music industry from a sound engineer to booking top artists for Summerfest, Doug Johnson is most proud of his other full-time job as being the father of adopted African-American twins. His holistic approach to life, persistence for social justice, and insightful parenting in action takes on racial issues with healthy and direct action. Johnson’s philosophy serves as an example beyond his living room and as a model to the segregated Milwaukee community for how to embrace and incorporate racial diversity.
With a career that spans three decades in the music industry from a sound engineer to booking top artists for Summerfest, Doug Johnson is most proud of his other full-time job as being the father of adopted African-American twins. His holistic approach to life, persistence for social justice, and insightful parenting in action takes on racial issues with healthy and direct action. Johnson’s philosophy serves as an example beyond his living room and as a model to the segregated Milwaukee community for how to embrace and incorporate racial diversity.
With a career that spans three decades in the music industry from a sound engineer to booking top artists for Summerfest, Doug Johnson is most proud of his other full-time job as being the father of adopted African-American twins. His holistic approach to life, persistence for social justice, and insightful parenting in action takes on racial issues with healthy and direct action. Johnson’s philosophy serves as an example beyond his living room and as a model to the segregated Milwaukee community for how to embrace and incorporate racial diversity.
With a career that spans three decades in the music industry from a sound engineer to booking top artists for Summerfest, Doug Johnson is most proud of his other full-time job as being the father of adopted African-American twins. His holistic approach to life, persistence for social justice, and insightful parenting in action takes on racial issues with healthy and direct action. Johnson’s philosophy serves as an example beyond his living room and as a model to the segregated Milwaukee community for how to embrace and incorporate racial diversity.
This is a live recording from the public lecture given by Father Patrick Desbois on April 19 at the Rubenstein Pavilion of the Jewish Home and Care Center, about his work, book, and exhibit “Holocaust by Bullets.”
The Milwaukee Independent sat down with the two-time Grammy Award-winning hip-hop group Arrested Development, before their halftime performance at the Milwaukee Bucks game against the Charlotte Hornets at the BMO Harris Bradley Center on April 10. The members of Arrested Development who participated in this audio recording were Speech (Vocalist, Producer, Co-Founder), Fareedah Aleem (Dancer, Singer), and Tasha LaRae (Singer).
This audio segment is a recording of the public presentation for the Black Holocaust Museum's groundbreaking, and the speakers who included Melissa Goins, Wyman Winston, Mayor Tom Barrett, Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch, Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs, Brad Pruitt, Virgil Cameron, and Dasha Kelly Hamilton.
Milwaukee lawmakers and members of the community gathered at City Hall on March 31 in honor of César Chávez Day, to celebrate the life of the labor leader and his legacy of helping the immigrant community.
Community leaders hosted a reopening ceremony at the Mary Ryan Boys & Girls Club in Sherman Park on March 8.
As a creative free-spirit who is loathe to be categorized for her artistic talent, Anja Notanja Sieger is best known for her poetry, storytelling, and performance therapy. With a passion for typewriters, the archaic machines symbolize her drive to create messages without the safety of an undo button, and her articulate fascination with the minutia of daily life brings an unacknowledged reality to light for the Milwaukee community.
As a creative free-spirit who is loathe to be categorized for her artistic talent, Anja Notanja Sieger is best known for her poetry, storytelling, and performance therapy. With a passion for typewriters, the archaic machines symbolize her drive to create messages without the safety of an undo button, and her articulate fascination with the minutia of daily life brings an unacknowledged reality to light for the Milwaukee community.
As a creative free-spirit who is loathe to be categorized for her artistic talent, Anja Notanja Sieger is best known for her poetry, storytelling, and performance therapy. With a passion for typewriters, the archaic machines symbolize her drive to create messages without the safety of an undo button, and her articulate fascination with the minutia of daily life brings an unacknowledged reality to light for the Milwaukee community.
As a creative free-spirit who is loathe to be categorized for her artistic talent, Anja Notanja Sieger is best known for her poetry, storytelling, and performance therapy. With a passion for typewriters, the archaic machines symbolize her drive to create messages without the safety of an undo button, and her articulate fascination with the minutia of daily life brings an unacknowledged reality to light for the Milwaukee community.
As a creative free-spirit who is loathe to be categorized for her artistic talent, Anja Notanja Sieger is best known for her poetry, storytelling, and performance therapy. With a passion for typewriters, the archaic machines symbolize her drive to create messages without the safety of an undo button, and her articulate fascination with the minutia of daily life brings an unacknowledged reality to light for the Milwaukee community.
As a creative free-spirit who is loathe to be categorized for her artistic talent, Anja Notanja Sieger is best known for her poetry, storytelling, and performance therapy. With a passion for typewriters, the archaic machines symbolize her drive to create messages without the safety of an undo button, and her articulate fascination with the minutia of daily life brings an unacknowledged reality to light for the Milwaukee community.
As a creative free-spirit who is loathe to be categorized for her artistic talent, Anja Notanja Sieger is best known for her poetry, storytelling, and performance therapy. With a passion for typewriters, the archaic machines symbolize her drive to create messages without the safety of an undo button, and her articulate fascination with the minutia of daily life brings an unacknowledged reality to light for the Milwaukee community.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
Celebrated as an American hero for his service in Vietnam, Milwaukee native George Banda has always been uncomfortable with any titles of honor. In a reflection of his humility for being awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star as an Army Medic, he says he was just doing the job our country trained him for. As the grandson of legal immigrants from Mexico, Banda understands the social perceptions of Latinos in his hometown, and the shared struggle with self-identity and pride at being an American who is ethnically Mexican.
This audio was recorded during the public press conference on February 8, when Mayor Tom Barrett and participating speakers unveiled details of the new Fondy’s Stormwater Park.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
A live recording of the public meeting held by the Unity for Human Dignity Coalition, comprised of more than 15 faith based, advocacy, refugee services, and community organizations. Speakers at the event addressed many of the serious concerns within the community regarding President Trump’s Executive Order and its impact on immigrants and refugees.
State Senator Chris Larson and Representative Jonathan Brostoff held a press conference at the Milwaukee City Hall on January 31 to announce the Joint Resolution to Resist Hate (LRB 0234). Along with an online petition in support of it www.ResistHateWI.com, the resolution denounces Islamophobia and hate in Wisconsin.
A coalition of organizations and elected officials in Milwaukee addressed the issue of President Trump’s Executive Orders on the Muslim and refugee ban at a press conference on January 30.
Live performance of Everything is Paid For [Sister Carrie (2006) Aldridge] at the Milwaukee Historical Society by Florentine Opera Studio Artists.
Dr. Howard Pinderhughes, Ph.D., of the Prevention Institute was the keynote speaker at the Safe MKE symposium, where he explained the dynamics of community trauma and structural violence, as part of the development process for an action plan to create a healthier Milwaukee.
This roundtable discussion took place at the D & S Healing Center with team members Dr. Kenneth Cole, Tracy Treacy, and Pardeep Singh Kaleka, all clinicians of color. The topics included dealing with trauma in Milwaukee as a result of a cultural pressures, social media, and a changing America coming to grips with new realities at different speeds of acceptance.
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) awarded $585,000 in grants to five Milwaukee-based organizations. Governor Walker announced the news on December 14 at MARKETPLACE 2016, the 35th annual statewide conference for minority, woman, and veteran-owned businesses, held at the Potawatomi Hotel and Conference Center in Milwaukee.
After leaving the Jewish community of Milwaukee, where her grandfather owned a grocery store in Bronzeville, growing up in Salt Lake constantly showed Elana Kahn just how different she was. The experience taught her to become comfortable as both a Jew and an outsider, and how to celebrate “others” as a process for building a more inclusive Milwaukee.
After leaving the Jewish community of Milwaukee, where her grandfather owned a grocery store in Bronzeville, growing up in Salt Lake constantly showed Elana Kahn just how different she was. The experience taught her to become comfortable as both a Jew and an outsider, and how to celebrate “others” as a process for building a more inclusive Milwaukee.
After leaving the Jewish community of Milwaukee, where her grandfather owned a grocery store in Bronzeville, growing up in Salt Lake constantly showed Elana Kahn just how different she was. The experience taught her to become comfortable as both a Jew and an outsider, and how to celebrate “others” as a process for building a more inclusive Milwaukee.
After leaving the Jewish community of Milwaukee, where her grandfather owned a grocery store in Bronzeville, growing up in Salt Lake constantly showed Elana Kahn just how different she was. The experience taught her to become comfortable as both a Jew and an outsider, and how to celebrate “others” as a process for building a more inclusive Milwaukee.
After leaving the Jewish community of Milwaukee, where her grandfather owned a grocery store in Bronzeville, growing up in Salt Lake constantly showed Elana Kahn just how different she was. The experience taught her to become comfortable as both a Jew and an outsider, and how to celebrate “others” as a process for building a more inclusive Milwaukee.
After leaving the Jewish community of Milwaukee, where her grandfather owned a grocery store in Bronzeville, growing up in Salt Lake constantly showed Elana Kahn just how different she was. The experience taught her to become comfortable as both a Jew and an outsider, and how to celebrate “others” as a process for building a more inclusive Milwaukee.
After leaving the Jewish community of Milwaukee, where her grandfather owned a grocery store in Bronzeville, growing up in Salt Lake constantly showed Elana Kahn just how different she was. The experience taught her to become comfortable as both a Jew and an outsider, and how to celebrate “others” as a process for building a more inclusive Milwaukee.
After leaving the Jewish community of Milwaukee, where her grandfather owned a grocery store in Bronzeville, growing up in Salt Lake constantly showed Elana Kahn just how different she was. The experience taught her to become comfortable as both a Jew and an outsider, and how to celebrate “others” as a process for building a more inclusive Milwaukee.
After leaving the Jewish community of Milwaukee, where her grandfather owned a grocery store in Bronzeville, growing up in Salt Lake constantly showed Elana Kahn just how different she was. The experience taught her to become comfortable as both a Jew and an outsider, and how to celebrate “others” as a process for building a more inclusive Milwaukee.
The son of a migrant farmer who began working at age 11 by shoveling blacktop, Darryl Morin learned to overcome the limitations others placed on him to build a successful communications business, and help manage the oldest Latino civil rights organization in the country. His numerous social justice efforts have also connected local Hispanic groups with Jewish communities and beyond, so that every person in Milwaukee can have a voice and make a difference.
The son of a migrant farmer who began working at age 11 by shoveling blacktop, Darryl Morin learned to overcome the limitations others placed on him to build a successful communications business, and help manage the oldest Latino civil rights organization in the country. His numerous social justice efforts have also connected local Hispanic groups with Jewish communities and beyond, so that every person in Milwaukee can have a voice and make a difference.
The son of a migrant farmer who began working at age 11 by shoveling blacktop, Darryl Morin learned to overcome the limitations others placed on him to build a successful communications business, and help manage the oldest Latino civil rights organization in the country. His numerous social justice efforts have also connected local Hispanic groups with Jewish communities and beyond, so that every person in Milwaukee can have a voice and make a difference.
The son of a migrant farmer who began working at age 11 by shoveling blacktop, Darryl Morin learned to overcome the limitations others placed on him to build a successful communications business, and help manage the oldest Latino civil rights organization in the country. His numerous social justice efforts have also connected local Hispanic groups with Jewish communities and beyond, so that every person in Milwaukee can have a voice and make a difference.
The son of a migrant farmer who began working at age 11 by shoveling blacktop, Darryl Morin learned to overcome the limitations others placed on him to build a successful communications business, and help manage the oldest Latino civil rights organization in the country. His numerous social justice efforts have also connected local Hispanic groups with Jewish communities and beyond, so that every person in Milwaukee can have a voice and make a difference.
The son of a migrant farmer who began working at age 11 by shoveling blacktop, Darryl Morin learned to overcome the limitations others placed on him to build a successful communications business, and help manage the oldest Latino civil rights organization in the country. His numerous social justice efforts have also connected local Hispanic groups with Jewish communities and beyond, so that every person in Milwaukee can have a voice and make a difference.
Leaving his home in India as a teenager for an education overseas, Norrie Daroga’s life took him from work as an engineer to a career in law. But experiencing clinical death twice, and enduring the long journey of recovery, gave him the art of empathy and fueled his passion for connecting the human experience with medical technology to solve problems.
Leaving his home in India as a teenager for an education overseas, Norrie Daroga’s life took him from work as an engineer to a career in law. But experiencing clinical death twice, and enduring the long journey of recovery, gave him the art of empathy and fueled his passion for connecting the human experience with medical technology to solve problems.
Leaving his home in India as a teenager for an education overseas, Norrie Daroga’s life took him from work as an engineer to a career in law. But experiencing clinical death twice, and enduring the long journey of recovery, gave him the art of empathy and fueled his passion for connecting the human experience with medical technology to solve problems.
Leaving his home in India as a teenager for an education overseas, Norrie Daroga’s life took him from work as an engineer to a career in law. But experiencing clinical death twice, and enduring the long journey of recovery, gave him the art of empathy and fueled his passion for connecting the human experience with medical technology to solve problems.
Leaving his home in India as a teenager for an education overseas, Norrie Daroga’s life took him from work as an engineer to a career in law. But experiencing clinical death twice, and enduring the long journey of recovery, gave him the art of empathy and fueled his passion for connecting the human experience with medical technology to solve problems.
Leaving his home in India as a teenager for an education overseas, Norrie Daroga’s life took him from work as an engineer to a career in law. But experiencing clinical death twice, and enduring the long journey of recovery, gave him the art of empathy and fueled his passion for connecting the human experience with medical technology to solve problems.
Growing up in poverty as a Hmong immigrant to Wisconsin, Kashoua Yang saw the devastating effect on her family without a knowledge of the law. She overcame this position of helplessness to become a lawyer and advocate for families and those at the lowest point in their life.
With a long and established career at the Milwaukee County government and then a local television network, Patti Gorsky felt those experiences prepared her for the truly bigger work ahead to help critically ill kids. As Wisconsin’s Fairy Godmother she uses hope to help these children, and has seen the healing power that a granted wish brings to them and their families.
With a long and established career at the Milwaukee County government and then a local television network, Patti Gorsky felt those experiences prepared her for the truly bigger work ahead to help critically ill kids. As Wisconsin’s Fairy Godmother she uses hope to help these children, and has seen the healing power that a granted wish brings to them and their families.
With a long and established career at the Milwaukee County government and then a local television network, Patti Gorsky felt those experiences prepared her for the truly bigger work ahead to help critically ill kids. As Wisconsin’s Fairy Godmother she uses hope to help these children, and has seen the healing power that a granted wish brings to them and their families.
Known more for his athletic achievements on the basketball court in high school and college, Khalif El-Amin is challenging the social values placed on sports, changing the perception of what an entrepreneur is in Milwaukee, and proving that young African Americans have a place in the tech startup industry.
Known more for his athletic achievements on the basketball court in high school and college, Khalif El-Amin is challenging the social values placed on sports, changing the perception of what an entrepreneur is in Milwaukee, and proving that young African Americans have a place in the tech startup industry.
With a multi-ethnic background, family hardships, and experience in code-switching between vastly diverse cultures across the North and South sides of Milwaukee, Toni Rivera Joachin finds herself as a community advocate for the historic neighborhood where she grew up as a young Latina. Her experience offers a unique perspective on a wide range of Hispanic issues, from immigration to being marginalized by society.
With a multi-ethnic background, family hardships, and experience in code-switching between vastly diverse cultures across the North and South sides of Milwaukee, Toni Rivera Joachin finds herself as a community advocate for the historic neighborhood where she grew up as a young Latina. Her experience offers a unique perspective on a wide range of Hispanic issues, from immigration to being marginalized by society.
With a multi-ethnic background, family hardships, and experience in code-switching between vastly diverse cultures across the North and South sides of Milwaukee, Toni Rivera Joachin finds herself as a community advocate for the historic neighborhood where she grew up as a young Latina. Her experience offers a unique perspective on a wide range of Hispanic issues, from immigration to being marginalized by society.
With a multi-ethnic background, family hardships, and experience in code-switching between vastly diverse cultures across the North and South sides of Milwaukee, Toni Rivera Joachin finds herself as a community advocate for the historic neighborhood where she grew up as a young Latina. Her experience offers a unique perspective on a wide range of Hispanic issues, from immigration to being marginalized by society.
With a multi-ethnic background, family hardships, and experience in code-switching between vastly diverse cultures across the North and South sides of Milwaukee, Toni Rivera Joachin finds herself as a community advocate for the historic neighborhood where she grew up as a young Latina. Her experience offers a unique perspective on a wide range of Hispanic issues, from immigration to being marginalized by society.
With a multi-ethnic background, family hardships, and experience in code-switching between vastly diverse cultures across the North and South sides of Milwaukee, Toni Rivera Joachin finds herself as a community advocate for the historic neighborhood where she grew up as a young Latina. Her experience offers a unique perspective on a wide range of Hispanic issues, from immigration to being marginalized by society.
With a multi-ethnic background, family hardships, and experience in code-switching between vastly diverse cultures across the North and South sides of Milwaukee, Toni Rivera Joachin finds herself as a community advocate for the historic neighborhood where she grew up as a young Latina. Her experience offers a unique perspective on a wide range of Hispanic issues, from immigration to being marginalized by society.
With a multi-ethnic background, family hardships, and experience in code-switching between vastly diverse cultures across the North and South sides of Milwaukee, Toni Rivera Joachin finds herself as a community advocate for the historic neighborhood where she grew up as a young Latina. Her experience offers a unique perspective on a wide range of Hispanic issues, from immigration to being marginalized by society.
While he is best known for being personally hired by Steve Jobs to work for Apple, Dr. Andrew B. Williams came from a disadvantaged home that struggled with poverty and mental illness. With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, he combines his pioneering research in robotics and artificial intelligence with a deep faith and purpose driven life as an ordained minister, bridging the traditional gulf between technology and religion.
While he is best known for being personally hired by Steve Jobs to work for Apple, Dr. Andrew B. Williams came from a disadvantaged home that struggled with poverty and mental illness. With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, he combines his pioneering research in robotics and artificial intelligence with a deep faith and purpose driven life as an ordained minister, bridging the traditional gulf between technology and religion.
While he is best known for being personally hired by Steve Jobs to work for Apple, Dr. Andrew B. Williams came from a disadvantaged home that struggled with poverty and mental illness. With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, he combines his pioneering research in robotics and artificial intelligence with a deep faith and purpose driven life as an ordained minister, bridging the traditional gulf between technology and religion.
While he is best known for being personally hired by Steve Jobs to work for Apple, Dr. Andrew B. Williams came from a disadvantaged home that struggled with poverty and mental illness. With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, he combines his pioneering research in robotics and artificial intelligence with a deep faith and purpose driven life as an ordained minister, bridging the traditional gulf between technology and religion.
While he is best known for being personally hired by Steve Jobs to work for Apple, Dr. Andrew B. Williams came from a disadvantaged home that struggled with poverty and mental illness. With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, he combines his pioneering research in robotics and artificial intelligence with a deep faith and purpose driven life as an ordained minister, bridging the traditional gulf between technology and religion.
While he is best known for being personally hired by Steve Jobs to work for Apple, Dr. Andrew B. Williams came from a disadvantaged home that struggled with poverty and mental illness. With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, he combines his pioneering research in robotics and artificial intelligence with a deep faith and purpose driven life as an ordained minister, bridging the traditional gulf between technology and religion.
While he is best known for being personally hired by Steve Jobs to work for Apple, Dr. Andrew B. Williams came from a disadvantaged home that struggled with poverty and mental illness. With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, he combines his pioneering research in robotics and artificial intelligence with a deep faith and purpose driven life as an ordained minister, bridging the traditional gulf between technology and religion.
While he is best known for being personally hired by Steve Jobs to work for Apple, Dr. Andrew B. Williams came from a disadvantaged home that struggled with poverty and mental illness. With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, he combines his pioneering research in robotics and artificial intelligence with a deep faith and purpose driven life as an ordained minister, bridging the traditional gulf between technology and religion.
As a direct descendent of the African slave trade and living in a city known for its segregation, Cree Myles explores her identity with a soulful passion in the performance of music. Behind the vocals that should one day bring her national attention, Myles balances her dreams with the reality of life in Milwaukee.
As a direct descendent of the African slave trade and living in a city known for its segregation, Cree Myles explores her identity with a soulful passion in the performance of music. Behind the vocals that should one day bring her national attention, Myles balances her dreams with the reality of life in Milwaukee.
As a direct descendent of the African slave trade and living in a city known for its segregation, Cree Myles explores her identity with a soulful passion in the performance of music. Behind the vocals that should one day bring her national attention, Myles balances her dreams with the reality of life in Milwaukee.
As a direct descendent of the African slave trade and living in a city known for its segregation, Cree Myles explores her identity with a soulful passion in the performance of music. Behind the vocals that should one day bring her national attention, Myles balances her dreams with the reality of life in Milwaukee.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Growing up in a strict Catholic home where nothing changed except dates on the calendar, it was no small step to leave behind the family mink farm to study Sufi mysticism in North Africa. Yet that step was only one of the many along a journey that Charles P. Ries has walked in his life. Taking him from an experience with the Dalai Lama, to the Hollywood film industry, fundraising for hundreds of nonprofits, becoming a prolific published author, supporting Milwaukee startups, and many points between and beyond in his search for peace, understanding, and God.
Because the sizes of clothing for women are rigged more for marketing than actual fit, Althea Meinhardt believes that women are defined by a shape instead. After spending a career as a seamstress, performing surgery on off-the-rack apparel so it actually conforms to the female body, Meinhardt is now more of a fashion counselor than tailor as she helps women enhance their look and self-identity with undergarments.
Because the sizes of clothing for women are rigged more for marketing than actual fit, Althea Meinhardt believes that women are defined by a shape instead. After spending a career as a seamstress, performing surgery on off-the-rack apparel so it actually conforms to the female body, Meinhardt is now more of a fashion counselor than tailor as she helps women enhance their look and self-identity with undergarments.
Because the sizes of clothing for women are rigged more for marketing than actual fit, Althea Meinhardt believes that women are defined by a shape instead. After spending a career as a seamstress, performing surgery on off-the-rack apparel so it actually conforms to the female body, Meinhardt is now more of a fashion counselor than tailor as she helps women enhance their look and self-identity with undergarments.
Because the sizes of clothing for women are rigged more for marketing than actual fit, Althea Meinhardt believes that women are defined by a shape instead. After spending a career as a seamstress, performing surgery on off-the-rack apparel so it actually conforms to the female body, Meinhardt is now more of a fashion counselor than tailor as she helps women enhance their look and self-identity with undergarments.
While many organizations in Milwaukee profit at the expense of local artists, Jeff Redmon freely shares his passion for creativity and community activism through his efforts to enrich the Milwaukee culture and make it a better place for everyone with art.
While many organizations in Milwaukee profit at the expense of local artists, Jeff Redmon freely shares his passion for creativity and community activism through his efforts to enrich the Milwaukee culture and make it a better place for everyone with art.
Healthy food accessibility intersects every aspect of social and economic prosperity in Milwaukee, and Margaret Mittelstadt has worked for years to connect local communities back to the farm in an effort to help the public rediscover what was lost in the modernization of agriculture and urbanization daily life.
Healthy food accessibility intersects every aspect of social and economic prosperity in Milwaukee, and Margaret Mittelstadt has worked for years to connect local communities back to the farm in an effort to help the public rediscover what was lost in the modernization of agriculture and urbanization daily life.
Healthy food accessibility intersects every aspect of social and economic prosperity in Milwaukee, and Margaret Mittelstadt has worked for years to connect local communities back to the farm in an effort to help the public rediscover what was lost in the modernization of agriculture and urbanization daily life.
Healthy food accessibility intersects every aspect of social and economic prosperity in Milwaukee, and Margaret Mittelstadt has worked for years to connect local communities back to the farm in an effort to help the public rediscover what was lost in the modernization of agriculture and urbanization daily life.
Healthy food accessibility intersects every aspect of social and economic prosperity in Milwaukee, and Margaret Mittelstadt has worked for years to connect local communities back to the farm in an effort to help the public rediscover what was lost in the modernization of agriculture and urbanization daily life.
As Director of Operations for the City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works, Preston Cole still sees himself as a forester. Growing up in a family of sharecroppers, he learned the land ethic from his parents and brings this hard working perspective to his stewardship of Milwaukee’s urban forest, sustainability programs, and natural resource management.
As Director of Operations for the City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works, Preston Cole still sees himself as a forester. Growing up in a family of sharecroppers, he learned the land ethic from his parents and brings this hard working perspective to his stewardship of Milwaukee’s urban forest, sustainability programs, and natural resource management.
As Director of Operations for the City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works, Preston Cole still sees himself as a forester. Growing up in a family of sharecroppers, he learned the land ethic from his parents and brings this hard working perspective to his stewardship of Milwaukee’s urban forest, sustainability programs, and natural resource management.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
As Head Griot of America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and a voice for the silent generations affected by Milwaukee’s history of segregation, Reggie Jackson shares inconvenient truths to educate the public about the need for Economic Rights to finish what the Civil Rights movement started decades ago.
The Athena Speakers Bureau hosted “An Evening with Dr. Steve Perry,” a national speaker and education advocate for collaborative engagement and sustainable change. This audio segment is from the November 14 event at The Rep’s Quadracci Powerhouse. Featuring Round Table Discussion Leaders: Pardeep Kaleka, Michael Morgan, Kwabena Antoine Nixon, Dr. Ramel Smith
The Athena Speakers Bureau hosted “An Evening with Dr. Steve Perry,” a national speaker and education advocate for collaborative engagement and sustainable change. This audio segment is from the November 14 event at The Rep’s Quadracci Powerhouse. Featuring: Dr. Steve Perry and Moderator Alonzo Kelly
The Athena Speakers Bureau hosted “An Evening with Dr. Steve Perry,” a national speaker and education advocate for collaborative engagement and sustainable change. This audio segment is from the November 14 event at The Rep’s Quadracci Powerhouse. Featuring: Dr. Steve Perry and Moderator Alonzo Kelly
The Athena Speakers Bureau hosted “An Evening with Dr. Steve Perry,” a national speaker and education advocate for collaborative engagement and sustainable change. This audio segment is from the November 14 event at The Rep’s Quadracci Powerhouse. Featuring: Tammy Belton-Davis
The Athena Speakers Bureau hosted “An Evening with Dr. Steve Perry,” a national speaker and education advocate for collaborative engagement and sustainable change. This audio segment is from the November 14 event at The Rep’s Quadracci Powerhouse. Featuring: Kalan R. Haywood
The Athena Speakers Bureau hosted “An Evening with Dr. Steve Perry,” a national speaker and education advocate for collaborative engagement and sustainable change. This audio segment is from the November 14 event at The Rep’s Quadracci Powerhouse. Featuring: Chike Johnson
From working on election campaigns for Tom Barrett to his own bid for political office, Joel Brennan redirected his passion for public service to building a vibrant cultural community within Milwaukee to inspire a generation of children with the possibilities of science, and a transformative education that gives underprivileged youth the foundation to dream about future careers in water technology.
From working on election campaigns for Tom Barrett to his own bid for political office, Joel Brennan redirected his passion for public service to building a vibrant cultural community within Milwaukee to inspire a generation of children with the possibilities of science, and a transformative education that gives underprivileged youth the foundation to dream about future careers in water technology.
From working on election campaigns for Tom Barrett to his own bid for political office, Joel Brennan redirected his passion for public service to building a vibrant cultural community within Milwaukee to inspire a generation of children with the possibilities of science, and a transformative education that gives underprivileged youth the foundation to dream about future careers in water technology.
From working on election campaigns for Tom Barrett to his own bid for political office, Joel Brennan redirected his passion for public service to building a vibrant cultural community within Milwaukee to inspire a generation of children with the possibilities of science, and a transformative education that gives underprivileged youth the foundation to dream about future careers in water technology.
From working on election campaigns for Tom Barrett to his own bid for political office, Joel Brennan redirected his passion for public service to building a vibrant cultural community within Milwaukee to inspire a generation of children with the possibilities of science, and a transformative education that gives underprivileged youth the foundation to dream about future careers in water technology.
The youngest person ever elected to the Democratic National Committee, Jason Rae is a political advocate for government accountability and works to build social equality for the LGBT community of Wisconsin.
The youngest person ever elected to the Democratic National Committee, Jason Rae is a political advocate for government accountability and works to build social equality for the LGBT community of Wisconsin.
The youngest person ever elected to the Democratic National Committee, Jason Rae is a political advocate for government accountability and works to build social equality for the LGBT community of Wisconsin.
The youngest person ever elected to the Democratic National Committee, Jason Rae is a political advocate for government accountability and works to build social equality for the LGBT community of Wisconsin.
Creating a safe space and offering a message of hope and love for the youth she mentors at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, La’Ketta Caldwell dealt with her deepest personal tragedy at the same time she celebrating her greatest professional achievement.
After establishing her professional career in Washington DC with the White House Historical Association and the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Mame Croze McCully returned to the hometown that first nurtured her love of history. She now works to educate our next generation and preserve Milwaukee’s most precious treasures, its memories.
After establishing her professional career in Washington DC with the White House Historical Association and the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Mame Croze McCully returned to the hometown that first nurtured her love of history. She now works to educate our next generation and preserve Milwaukee’s most precious treasures, its memories.
After establishing her professional career in Washington DC with the White House Historical Association and the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Mame Croze McCully returned to the hometown that first nurtured her love of history. She now works to educate our next generation and preserve Milwaukee’s most precious treasures, its memories.
Considered a voice of social justice and the civic leader who began the renaissance movement for Bay View, Bill Sell has spent his life as an activist and champion of building better communities in Milwaukee.
Considered a voice of social justice and the civic leader who began the renaissance movement for Bay View, Bill Sell has spent his life as an activist and champion of building better communities in Milwaukee.
Considered a voice of social justice and the civic leader who began the renaissance movement for Bay View, Bill Sell has spent his life as an activist and champion of building better communities in Milwaukee.
Considered a voice of social justice and the civic leader who began the renaissance movement for Bay View, Bill Sell has spent his life as an activist and champion of building better communities in Milwaukee.
Considered a voice of social justice and the civic leader who began the renaissance movement for Bay View, Bill Sell has spent his life as an activist and champion of building better communities in Milwaukee.