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Congratulations to the 2025 Bolz Young Artist Competition finalists who will perform in ‘The Final Forte’

January 17, 2025

The semi-final round of Madison Symphony Orchestra’s (MSO) 2025 Bolz Young Artist Competition took place on Jan. 9, 2025, and…

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration to air Jan. 20 on The Wisconsin Channel

January 13, 2025

PBS Wisconsin will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a special presentation of the 45th annual State of Wisconsin…

Explore Dungeons & Dragons’ Wisconsin origins with PBS Wisconsin Education’s ‘The Look Back’

January 13, 2025

PBS Wisconsin Education’s digital series The Look Back returns for a second season of exploring eras from Wisconsin’s history through…

‘Wisconsin Life’ season finale premieres Jan. 16 – read a Q&A with ‘Moms Don’t Cry’ animation director Ellie Nikoo

January 13, 2025

Madison storyteller Takeyla Benton shares how she balances being strong for her children with the emotional cost of hiding her…

Feel stronger from head to toe: Try these six ‘Quick Fit With Cassy’ workouts

January 2, 2025

Start your year off feeling stronger with these six simple and effective Quick Fit With Cassy workouts! Try one or…

Preview the new series coming to PBS Wisconsin this January

December 30, 2024

Welcome 2025 with a lineup of new series exploring history, culture and the arts – from a dramatic reimagining of…

New seasons of viewer favorites start Jan. 4, 2025, on PBS Wisconsin!

December 30, 2024

Kick off the new year with a lineup of new season premieres, from captivating mysteries and historical dramas to science…

A diverse voices viewing marathon on PBS Wisconsin Passport

December 27, 2024

Despite the joy of the winter holidays, they are often accompanied by a frenzied time of travel, food preparation, child…

Alyssa Beno

I am the editor of Airwaves, our monthly program guide for members. When I’m not highlighting our incredible programs, I’m pedaling the countryside, hiking at a state park, making soy candles, thrift shopping or hanging out with my husband and miniature schnauzer.

Andrew Carlson

As a community engagement manager for PBS Wisconsin, I create lasting relationships with communities around the state, connecting folks through our programming, outreach, and events. Outside of work, I love hiking with my partner, traveling, making music, and meeting friends old and new.

Becky Marburger

As a member of our Marketing and Communications team, I help share PBS Wisconsin's story, including the content we produce and opportunities we provide. Outside the office, you'll likely find me with my nose in a book, outdoors or farming!

Erik Ernst

I'm the Communications Associate Director at PBS Wisconsin. When I'm not letting people know about all of the awesome work the station is doing around the state, you'll find me planning my family's next trip to somewhere fun, warm and likely connected to a Disney Park.

Ian Lewitz

I'm a PBS Wisconsin publicist and former production assistant for the Wisconsin Life project. I enjoy exploring Wisconsin's many lakes and spending the summer months camping around the state.

Inga Witscher

Inga Witscher is a passionate Wisconsin dairy farmer, cheesemaker and host of PBS Wisconsin’s Around the Farm Table.

Luke Zahm

Luke Zahm is a James Beard-nominated chef and owner of The Driftless Cafe in Viroqua, Wisconsin. He shares his passion for discovering the stories behind the food we eat as host of Wisconsin Foodie.

Marci Glaus

I am the education communications manager for PBS Wisconsin Education. When I am not raving about our outstanding education resources, you can find me dancing, reading, playing, and exploring with my two young children while trying to stay awake past nine o’clock.

Mike Devine

I’m a Public Relations Specialist for PBS Wisconsin who enjoys promoting the wide range of programming that we offer. When I’m not sharing the stories of PBS Wisconsin content, I enjoy going to concerts, watching movies, reading and traveling (Always open to recommendations for my next destination!).

Mark Riechers

Mark is a digital content editor for PBS Wisconsin. A photographer, radio producer and writer, he has experience telling all kinds of stories, from the history of Milwaukee beer ads to processing death through game development.

Pete Schwaba

Pete Schwaba is a stand-up comedian, writer, director and host of "Director's Cut" on PBS Wisconsin. His writing and directing credits include “A Guy Thing” and “The Godfather of Green Bay.” Pete’s TV writing credits include “Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader?” as Jeff Foxworthy’s writer/producer and the sports comedy show “Sports Soup.” Pete is married with two children and splits time between Los Angeles and the Midwest.

Samantha Nash

I’m a project manager at PBS Wisconsin, and formerly an associate editor at WisContext. When I’m not scouring the state for fun music and arts content, I’m usually being forced to go on a hike by my demanding border collie or being forced to read on the couch by my demanding cats.

Sigrid Peterson

I'm a digital producer at PBS Wisconsin. I make our digital shenanigans compelling, friendly, and interactive so viewers can access great PBS programming over the air, on the web, on a boat, in a moat, in a box, with a fox. . . you catch my drift.

Tara Lovdahl

As a publicist for PBS Wisconsin, I love helping people learn about and engage with our wonderful programs. I also enjoy bicycling, baking, playing board games and watching movies (especially musicals).

Tawny Morrison

As the education communications specialist for PBS Wisconsin Education, I get to support teachers by sharing incredible education resources with them. In my free time I do a lot of teaching and learning of my own – with a pair of escrima sticks in my hands at a martial arts gym.