Behind the Scenes Archives

‘Jerry Apps: Meet Us at the Fair’ crew shares their favorite memories of the fair

February 17, 2025

In the new PBS Wisconsin documentary, Jerry Apps: Meet Us at the Fair, beloved Wisconsin author and storyteller Jerry Apps…

Q&A: Looking ahead to season two of ‘The Look Back’

September 16, 2024

PBS Wisconsin Education’s The Look Back is a series developed for students in grades 4-6, exploring Wisconsin’s historical eras through…

Celebrating 70 years of PBS Wisconsin

April 29, 2024

On May 3, 1954, PBS Wisconsin, then known as WHA-TV, broadcast on the air for the first time. This month,…

Q&A: Designing the set for ‘Why Race Matters’

November 7, 2022

Why Race Matters, a digital series elevating issues of importance affecting Wisconsin’s Black communities, returned to PBS Wisconsin this fall…

Behind-the-scenes look at Garden & Landscape Expo’s Virtual Spring Kickoff

April 1, 2022

While we were thrilled to be back to an in-person Garden & Landscape Expo at the Alliant Energy Center in…

Look Behind the Scenes of New Documentary ‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Stevens Point’

October 19, 2021

PBS Wisconsin’s ongoing local history project aims to tell the story of Wisconsin one town at a time. The newest…

Around the Farm Table: Something Sweet in the City

November 14, 2019

It’s Thursday in Wisconsin! This week, PBS Wisconsin’s Cultural Affairs unit manager Samantha Nash joins producer and videographer (and nascent…

Around the Farm Table blog: Saddle up!

November 7, 2019

After a brief break, Around the Farm Table returns with an all-new episode tonight! Producer and videographer (and expert construction…

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!

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.

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.