The Latest Articles from PBS Wisconsin

Fri, Jan 9, 2015

Watching, Browsing and Surfing with Intention

Welcome to 2015. I started out this year a little differently than most. I didn’t make resolutions for myself or...

Fri, Dec 26, 2014

Behind-the-Scenes: From Towers to You

Tuning into Wisconsin Public Television can seem as simple as a click of the remote, but bringing broadcast television to...

Thu, Oct 30, 2014

8 Activities for your Halloween

Looking for some creative ways to spend your Halloween? There’s plenty of fun costume ideas, gripping dramas, delicious recipes and...

Mon, Oct 27, 2014

Broadcasting ‘Round the Clock

Beginning today, Monday Oct. 27, you can turn on the TV at any time and find quality programs on all...

Thu, Oct 16, 2014

A ‘Sesame Street’ Renaissance

Sesame Street is a classic, and the work of Johannes Vermeer, James McNeill Whistler and other talented artists is widely recognized as...

Thu, Oct 9, 2014

Sesame Street + Star Wars = Hilarity – and Learning!

A long time ago in a cookies and milky way galaxy far, far away… Our friends at Sesame Street turn...

Fri, Sep 19, 2014

Make Fall Sweeter

It feels like fall arrived a little early this year. This week’s cooler temperatures and crisper air reminded me that...

Tue, Jun 10, 2014

Finding Private Gordon

Last year on WPT’s University Place, researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison outlined their search for the missing remains of United States Army Private...

Wed, Jun 4, 2014

Philip Seymour Hoffman Posthumously On Happiness

The film and theater world lost a talented voice in February with the early death of Philip Seymour Hoffman. But...

Fri, Mar 21, 2014

Meet David Cao – Wisconsin’s Young Artists Compete: The Final Forte

Expert violinist, tae-kwon-do black belt, generous volunteer and high school student – Meet Madison’s David Cao, one of the talented...

Thu, Mar 20, 2014

Let’s Do Something Neighborly!

Today would have been the 86th birthday of our favorite neighbor, Fred Rogers. Wisconsin Public Television is proud to carry...

Mon, Mar 17, 2014

Gov. Scott Walker and Sesame Street Find Fun in Healthy Eating and Being Active

At the 2014 National Governors Association (NGA) Winter Meeting, governors from across the United States met up with a few...

Mon, Mar 10, 2014

Bon Iver "Austin City Limits" – Streaming Now

You thought the gift-giving holiday season had passed months ago? Think again. Our friends at Austin City Limits delivered a...

Fri, Mar 7, 2014

Tony Danza Knows PBS NewsHour

A PBS NewsHour reporter and a television sitcom star meet in a hallway… Yep, that sounds like the start of...

Mon, Feb 17, 2014

Watching Our Presidents on Presidents Day

As the snow falls over much of Wisconsin, many of us are thinking of hunkering down somewhere warm on yet...

Wed, Feb 5, 2014

Sherlock and Sesame Street

“Are you ready for my brain bending challenge, Benedict Sherlock?” Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch meets “Murray-arity” and The Count from...

Tue, Jan 28, 2014

28 Years Later: The Challenger Disaster

“The crew of the space shuttle Challenger honored us by the manner in which they lived their lives. We will never...

Tue, Jan 28, 2014

Remembering Pete Seeger in Song

We are all sad to hear of the passing of folk legend Pete Seeger Monday at his home in New...

Mon, Jan 27, 2014

Watch Downton Abbey and Sherlock online now!

Okay, okay. We know that last night’s TV lineup was filled with lots of choices. Surely, some of you chose...

Thu, Jan 23, 2014

The PBS NewsHour Meets The Daily Show

“We totally missed twerking. We didn’t cover Miley Cyrus nearly enough… And we might get an award for that.” If...

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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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