American Experience Archives

Celebrate the Summer Olympics with PBS Wisconsin

July 21, 2021

The Olympic Games in Tokyo are moving full steam ahead this summer, July 23 – Aug. 8, and PBS Wisconsin…

Celebrate Pride Month With These PBS Programs

May 26, 2021

Recognize the impact of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people on our communities with these programs airing in June and…

Preview the New Series and Seasons Coming to PBS Wisconsin in April

March 30, 2021

PBS Wisconsin welcomes April with a full month of new programs and seasons. Along with World War II programming, Escape…

Check Out March’s New Programs on PBS Wisconsin!

March 1, 2021

Music legends, centuries-old craftsmanship and an “aging empathy suit” are just a few highlights of the new programs coming to…

Celebrate Women’s History Month With PBS Wisconsin’s On-Air and Online Programs

February 28, 2021

PBS Wisconsin invites you to celebrate the trailblazing women of American arts and music, storytelling, civil rights and military service…

PBS Wisconsin Honors Female Trailblazers

June 22, 2020

As we approach the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment (Aug. 26, 1920), granting American women the right…

PBS Wisconsin Celebrates African American Music Appreciation Month

June 1, 2020

Every June since 1979, the United States has celebrated African American Music Appreciation Month to honor the contributions of African-American…

Celebrate Pride Month with PBS Wisconsin

May 24, 2020

As we approach the 51st anniversary of the Stonewall riots and their monumental impact on the gay rights movement, PBS…

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.

Becky Marburger

I am a publicist at PBS Wisconsin and was formerly an education producer at the station. Much of my time outside of work is spent farming with my husband and keeping up with our children.

Erik Ernst

I'm the promotion manager at Wisconsin Public Television. 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).