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Tue, May 13, 2025

Honor Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month with PBS Wisconsin

May is Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month, a time to elevate the achievements and cultures of people...

Tue, May 13, 2025

The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show’s 2024 Best of Show – read a Q&A with the winner

The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show is a three-day event co-presented by PBS Wisconsin and Nancy Zieman Productions that celebrates all...

Tue, May 6, 2025

Eau Claire after Uniroyal: Q&A with ‘When Rubber Hit the Road’ filmmakers

More than three decades after the closing of Eau Claire’s Uniroyal tire plant, PBS Wisconsin and Fireside Productions will explore...

Mon, May 5, 2025

Watch the new season of ‘Why Race Matters’

PBS Wisconsin’s digital series, Why Race Matters, returns with eight all-new episodes premiering each Monday, May 5 through June 23....

Tue, Apr 29, 2025

‘Why Race Matters’ – read a Q&A with guest Enjoyiana Nururdin

Capital Times local government reporter Enjoyiana Nururdin discusses the challenges of being a Black journalist as a guest on an...

Mon, Apr 28, 2025

New short video series explores Wisconsin Latinx history and stories

Para español, haga clic aquí. When it comes to Latino* history, many people immediately think of the United States’ coastal...

Mon, Apr 28, 2025

Nueva serie de videos cortos explora la historia y relatos de comunidades latinas en Wisconsin

For English, click here. Cuando se trata de la historia de las comunidades latinas*, mucha gente piensa inmediatamente en los...

Sun, Apr 27, 2025

May’s TV lineup welcomes fancy trains, funny Brits and a new ‘Masterpiece’ miniseries

This May, PBS Wisconsin invites viewers on a journey of luxury, mystery, nature and humor with four exciting new series....

Fri, Apr 25, 2025

From books to big impacts: Building lifelong learners with PBS KIDS at the library

PBS Wisconsin Education hosts a cohort of public library staff each year to train, support and connect Wisconsin library staff...

Wed, Apr 16, 2025

Celebrate Hmong Heritage Month with PBS Wisconsin

April is Hmong Heritage Month in Wisconsin, which honors the culture and contributions of the largest Asian ethnic group in...

Mon, Apr 14, 2025

Dig into the 2025 Garden & Green Living Expo photography competition online gallery!

Each year, the Garden & Green Living Expo photography competition exhibits the work of amateur photographers from Wisconsin to 13,000...

Mon, Apr 14, 2025

Mister Rogers’ beloved neighbor Jeff Erlanger inspires new ‘Donkey Hodie’ character

In 1981, Madison resident Jeff Erlanger and his electric wheelchair appeared on an episode of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, helping create...

Fri, Apr 11, 2025

Recognize National Autism Acceptance Month with PBS Wisconsin

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) most recent data, about one in 31 children in the...

Wed, Apr 2, 2025

Voices of the Earth

April is Earth Month, a time to reflect on our planet’s well-being as we look ahead to the national celebration...

Sat, Mar 29, 2025

Celebrate Earth Month with stories of survival, restoration and resilience

This Earth Month, enjoy new programs premiering on PBS Wisconsin that highlight global efforts to preserve our planet and its...

Wed, Mar 26, 2025

Celebrate drum circle music in Wisconsin: Watch ‘Re/sound’

Re/sound: Songs of Wisconsin is a collection of free-to-use educational resources for middle-grade music programs. The project, a collaboration between...

Tue, Mar 25, 2025

Kick off spring with 6 brand-new series on PBS Wisconsin

This April, find inspiration in PBS Wisconsin’s thrilling lineup of new series – from the breathtaking resilience of African wildlife...

Tue, Mar 25, 2025

April welcomes new seasons of ‘My Life is Murder, ‘Islands of the Pacific’ and ‘Weekends with Yankee’

New seasons of viewer favorites arrive on PBS Wisconsin in April! Mystery, adventure and culture return along with viewer favorite...

Mon, Mar 24, 2025

Madison DJ Phil Money shares his playlist for Funk it up with PBS Wisconsin!

Funk it up with PBS Wisconsin at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, at The Cardinal Bar in Madison for a special...

Mon, Mar 17, 2025

Funk it up with PBS Wisconsin! Read a Q&A with Nate Marshall

It’s time to get funky! Put on your dancing shoes and join us for Funk it up with PBS Wisconsin!,...

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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.

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