Documentary Archives - PBS Wisconsin

Lion pride, mental health and UW Varsity Band highlight September’s new programs

August 29, 2022

This September, learn more about efforts to combat America’s suicide crises, how a famed pride of lions is battling for…

‘Endeavour,’ ‘Planet California,’ and more new seasons and series premiering in June

June 1, 2022

Celebrate new programs and the return of old favorites this month on PBS Wisconsin and on the free PBS Video…

‘Secrets of Sacred Architecture’ highlights three Wisconsin sites

April 12, 2022

The third anniversary of the tragic fire at Notre-Dame cathedral in April 2019 is a reminder of the strong emotional…

‘Bring Her Home’ film highlights Native women’s stories of healing and hope

March 14, 2022

The new, Minnesota-based documentary Bring Her Home tells the story of Indigenous women fighting to vindicate and honor their missing…

‘Shipwrecks!’ Premieres Nov. 30 – Watch a Preview and Read a Q&A Now!

November 12, 2021

On the bottom of Wisconsin’s Great Lakes lie the wreckage of more than 700 ships. Each one tells a story…

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…

Premiering Jan. 4: ‘Latino Wisconsin’ Examines Wisconsin’s Fastest-Growing Population

January 3, 2021

PBS Wisconsin invites you to examine the impact, influence and importance of Wisconsin’s Latino population with Latino Wisconsin, a new, hour-long…

Q&A: Stanley Nelson, director of Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool on American Masters

January 30, 2020

Miles Davis: Horn player, bandleader, innovator. Elegant, intellectual, vain. Callous, conflicted, controversial. Magnificent, mercurial. Genius. The very embodiment of cool….

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 editor for PBS Wisconsin. A photographer, radio producer and writer, he has 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.