The Latest Articles from PBS Wisconsin

Mon, Nov 28, 2022

Q&A: Author Jerry Apps on his career as a writer and storyteller

Premiering 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28, Jerry Apps Food & Memories marks 10 years of Jerry Apps on PBS Wisconsin....

Mon, Nov 21, 2022

Celebrate flavor with Inga Witscher’s butter board recipe

If you’ve spent much time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen at least one beautiful, indulgent butter board pop...

Fri, Nov 18, 2022

Explore Wisconsin’s rich ‘Food Traditions’

It started snowing this week in parts of southeastern Wisconsin and it seems the darkness and cold have returned home...

Fri, Nov 11, 2022

Q&A: Biskakone Greg Johnson, ‘Craft in America: Home’

The idea of home has taken on heightened importance in recent years. Craft in America’s new episode embraces its many...

Mon, Nov 7, 2022

Watch the 2022 State Honors Concerts now!

Some of Wisconsin’s hardest working young musicians came together Oct. 27-28 in Madison to perform in one of the five...

Mon, Nov 7, 2022

Q&A: Designing the set for ‘Why Race Matters’

Why Race Matters, a digital series elevating issues of importance affecting Wisconsin’s Black communities, returned to PBS Wisconsin this fall...

Fri, Oct 28, 2022

Enter the 2023 Garden & Landscape Expo photo competition!

Have you been photographing the fall colors? Why not enter your colorful capture into next year’s Garden & Landscape Expo...

Mon, Oct 24, 2022

Behind-the-scenes look at the all-new season of ‘Why Race Matters’ – read a Q&A

Why Race Matters, a digital series elevating issues of importance affecting Wisconsin’s Black communities, is back to PBS Wisconsin with...

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

Let’s Grow Stuff: A proximity to plants on the balcony

Greetings from the balcony garden! Sig, here, one final time this season with some reflections on my foray into small-space...

Wed, Oct 19, 2022

John McGivern returns to PBS in 2023 with ‘Main Streets’ – read a Q&A!

PBS Wisconsin is excited to announce the return of actor, comedian and television host John McGivern to its schedule with...

Mon, Oct 10, 2022

PBS Wisconsin Education helps welcome refugee children

Refugees who have recently arrived in Wisconsin receive assistance and support from one of six resettlement agencies in the state:...

Fri, Oct 7, 2022

Let’s Grow Stuff: Ben’s weekend wins for autumn

One of my favorite things about gardening is that it’s an endless form of job security; it’s a hobby that...

Wed, Sep 28, 2022

PBS Video App — How do you get and use it?

Stream your favorite PBS Wisconsin programs with the free PBS Video App! Catch up on the shows you missed or...

Mon, Aug 22, 2022

Tiger-tastic! ‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood’ launches sixth season in September with “Top Ten Tiger Tales”

Hop aboard Trolley as Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood kicks off its sixth season with a week of all-new episodes beginning Sept....

Thu, Aug 4, 2022

Let’s Grow Stuff: Feasts, failures and futures of Sig’s balcony garden

Greetings from the balcony garden! It’s Sig, here, crawling my way through the hot n’ heavy months of summer and...

Tue, Aug 2, 2022

Help PBS Wisconsin give quilts to refugee children in our state

In the past year, Wisconsin has welcomed many new neighbors from Afghanistan, Ukraine and other countries to our communities. Whether...

Fri, Jul 29, 2022

Former Wisconsin Public Media director Gene Purcell receives honors

The late Gene Purcell, who passed away after a traffic crash in 2021, was posthumously honored this past June with...

Wed, Jul 27, 2022

Best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverini to present at Great Wisconsin Quilt Show — read a Q&A with her!

Madison’s own internationally best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverini is the author of the “Elm Creek Quilt” series and ties her love...

Wed, Jul 27, 2022

Enjoy these Kids’ Quilt Challenge entries from The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show

The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show, presented by PBS Wisconsin and Nancy Zieman Productions, celebrates the art and artists of quilting....

Fri, Jul 15, 2022

Introducing 30 days of fitness with ‘Quick Fit With Cassy’

Written by Cassy Vieth Studies show low to moderate intensity fitness routines for as little as 15-30 minutes, 3-5 days...

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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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