Station News Archives - PBS Wisconsin

Celebrate the 48th annual PBS Wisconsin Auction online June 1-11!

May 31, 2023

Support PBS Wisconsin’s programming, education resources and engagement activities as you bid on more than 2,200 items valued at over…

Former Wisconsin Public Media director Gene Purcell receives honors

July 29, 2022

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

Nancy Zieman Inducted Into Wisconsin Broadcasters Hall of Fame

August 27, 2021

The late Nancy Zieman, host of the long-running PBS Wisconsin sewing series Sewing With Nancy, was inducted into the Wisconsin Broadcasters…

Explore local stories, Made in Wisconsin

August 25, 2021

It’s been a long year since March 2020 (What’s that? A year and a half?!) and many of us have stuck closer to home than…

Wisconsin Public Media Remembers Director Gene Purcell

August 2, 2021

Wisconsin Public Media (WPM) is saddened by the death of Gene Purcell, director of the University of Wisconsin-Madison division that…

May Broadcast Schedule Updates

May 3, 2021

Please note the following broadcast schedule changes for May 2021. These programming changes needed to be made after this month’s…

PBS Wisconsin Offers New Free Online Will-Writing Tool

April 16, 2021

Did you know that nearly 70 percent of American adults don’t have a legal will? To make it easier for…

February Broadcast Schedule Updates

February 12, 2021

Please note the following broadcast schedule changes for February 2021. These programming changes needed to be made after this month’s…

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 promotion manager 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.

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 the online content editor 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. I'd love to hear your ideas! Email me at [email protected].

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.