Arts, Film & Music Archives

Stream late hip-hop artist Twan Mack’s powerful Mile of Music performance on PBS Wisconsin

June 17, 2025

Milwaukee hip-hop pioneer Twan Mack left an indelible mark on Wisconsin’s music scene — from his early days as a…

New PBS Wisconsin show highlights why Mile of Music is a sweet gig

June 5, 2025

Each August, the eyes and ears of music fans turn to downtown Appleton where more than 200 musical acts from…

Look behind the scenes with a producer of ‘The Final Forte’

February 14, 2025

Four incredibly talented young musicians will compete in the final round of the Madison Symphony Orchestra’s (MSO) 2025 Bolz Young…

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…

‘Wisconsin Life’ producers pick their season 11 favorites

December 16, 2024

PBS Wisconsin caught up with some members of the Wisconsin Life team to ask about their favorite moments from the…

Your 2024 guide to PBS Wisconsin holiday programs

November 25, 2024

Celebrate the songs and spirit of the holidays with these new programs and encore broadcasts airing on PBS Wisconsin and…

Hear amazing musical talent from the 2024 WSMA State Honors Concerts

November 15, 2024

For over 50 years, the Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA) State Honors Music Project has provided students from across the…

‘Leonardo da Vinci,’ a new film from Ken Burns, premieres Nov. 18-19

November 4, 2024

Explore the life and work of 15th century polymath Leonardo da Vinci with the all-new, two-part documentary Leonardo da Vinci, premiering…

Alyssa Beno

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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

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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.