Wisconsin Life Archives - PBS Wisconsin

Honor Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month with PBS Wisconsin

May 13, 2025

May is Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Heritage Month, a time to elevate the achievements and cultures of people…

Celebrate Hmong Heritage Month with PBS Wisconsin

April 16, 2025

April is Hmong Heritage Month in Wisconsin, which honors the culture and contributions of the largest Asian ethnic group in…

‘Wisconsin Life’ season finale premieres Jan. 16 – read a Q&A with ‘Moms Don’t Cry’ animation director Ellie Nikoo

January 13, 2025

Madison storyteller Takeyla Benton shares how she balances being strong for her children with the emotional cost of hiding her…

‘Wisconsin Life’ producers pick their season 11 favorites

December 16, 2024

PBS Wisconsin caught up with some members of the Wisconsin Life team to ask about their favorite moments from the…

New ‘Wisconsin Life’ season begins Oct. 10 – read a Q&A with host Angela Fitzgerald

October 7, 2024

Celebrating our state’s unique people and places, season 11 of Wisconsin Life premieres 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10 on PBS…

4 fun facts about the new season of ‘Wisconsin Life’

September 30, 2024

PBS Wisconsin caught up with Wisconsin Life host Angela Fitzgerald to uncover four fun facts about the adventures coming up…

Savor every last summer moment with inspiration from ‘Wisconsin Life’

August 12, 2024

A seasonal version of the “Sunday scaries” tends to cast its shadow over Wisconsinites in the back half of August….

Honor Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with PBS Wisconsin

May 3, 2024

Honor Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month this May by learning about an expansive range of…

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 all kinds of stories, from the 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.