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Revisit the Golden Age of tennis with ‘Gods of Tennis,’ premiering July 23

July 12, 2024

Revisit the 1970s and ‘80s, a golden age of tennis when players including Arthur Ashe, Bjorn Borg, Chris Evert, Billie…

PBS Wisconsin News and ‘Here & Now’ are your source for national political convention coverage in 2024

July 1, 2024

PBS Wisconsin News and Here & Now will provide in-depth, on-site coverage of the Republican and Democratic national conventions this…

Commemorate Jackie Robinson Day on April 15 with PBS Wisconsin

April 12, 2024

As March goes out like a lamb, baseball season roars into full force across Wisconsin in April. Like the new…

‘FRONTLINE’ executive producer Raney Aronson-Rath speaks on the creation, impact of award-winning film, ‘20 Days in Mariupol’

February 27, 2024

Last November, PBS and PBS Wisconsin audiences witnessed the broadcast premiere of 20 Days in Mariupol, a visceral, first-person view…

New ‘FRONTLINE Short Docs’ digital series explores critical issues impacting young adults

November 6, 2023

FRONTLINE, the PBS investigative documentary series produced at GBH in Boston, has announced the pilot season of FRONTLINE Short Docs…

Preview November’s new seasons, series and documentaries

October 23, 2023

This November, PBS Wisconsin celebrates the long-awaited return of beloved PBS characters and cast members (Rick Steves and Martin Clunes!),…

Deep dive into new documentaries this October on PBS Wisconsin

September 23, 2023

Discover icons of music, acting and natural worlds, and explore the past and present with these all-new documentaries. Her Name…

‘POV’ reveals lineup for 36th season, premiering June 26

June 19, 2023

Hailed as America’s longest-running non-fiction TV series, POV enters its 36th season with a slate of documentaries devoted to caregiving,…

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 producer, podcaster, writer and photographer based in Minneapolis, with experience telling stories from everything from a 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.