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Uniquely Milwaukee
Our flagship program finds the stories in Milwaukee that lift your spirits, prompt you to think, make you feel grateful and inspire you to do more. They connect you to our community, shining a spotlight on what is good about the city, what still needs work, and what makes it Uniquely Milwaukee.
Episodes
- Uniquely Milwaukee
Public-media funding has officially stopped. How are stations coping?
This fall marks a turning point for public-media outlets across the country. As of Oct. 1, federal funding for PBS, NPR and their local stations stopped. This…
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Struggles into strength: Inside Harmonic Harvest’s mission
If you’ve ever experienced adversity, it can be tough to see the positive outcome. Sometimes, it’s less of a beacon and more of a silver lining. In this…
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To the top of City Hall with Doors Open Milwaukee
In any city, there are interesting places — one that are typically not open to the public. They’re spaces you pass by and say, “I wonder what happens in…
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The next chapter: Inside Milwaukee’s new MLK library branch
At the corner of Locust Street and King Drive, there’s a sense of purpose, happiness and hope. That’s because theHarambee neighborhood is welcoming back a…
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Taking another spin with Milwaukee parking enforcement
We're working hard on our next episode (obvious hint: it's connected to all the places getting ready to open their doors Sept. 27-28), so with this being Labor…
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Cactus Club ramp opens the door to more music and arts lovers
Cactus Club is one of Milwaukee’s beloved music and arts venues. Many have walked through the doors of the Bay View spot, but not everyone could enter with…
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From planks to pride: The local program building boats, confidence and character
The Menomonee River isn’t your typical classroom. Then again, the group of 10- to 12-year-olds who spent a week along its shoreline weren’t your typical class…
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A.I. Academy builds young innovators in Milwaukee
The future is technology. The future is A.I. It’s shaping industries while transforming how we communicate and how we learn. In this episode, we go inside a…
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A return visit to Milwaukee’s Hydroponics STEM Program
We’re taking a break this week, but that doesn’t mean the stories stop. In fact, it turned out to be the perfect time to revisit and update our episode from…
Uniquely MilwaukeeInside Bronzeville’s golden era and HYFIN’s Harlem Renaissance tribute
Harlem and Bronzeville. Two neighborhoods separated by more than 700 miles. Despite the space between them, there’s plenty that unites these epicenters of…
Uniquely MilwaukeeThe groundbreaking, arts-loving, emo-listening Miss Wisconsin
Though her intuition was strong, Willow Newell didn’t know she’d be the next Miss Wisconsin. But the 22-year-old says it felt right because she did her best…
Uniquely MilwaukeeQWERTYFEST just seems to click with the city’s creatives
Q-W-E-R-T-Y. They’re the first six letters atop all our keyboards, from our phones to our computers, and they revolutionized communication. But their history…
Uniquely MilwaukeeEmmitt James' Big Band BBQ cooks up a mission with his music
Emmitt James is Milwaukee’s own DIY, hip-hop/jazz artist — a classification that gives him the freedom to do … well, anything. That includes using his music to…
Uniquely MilwaukeeThrowback: Ebony Ice builds a snow-sport community for people of color
Ebony Ice launched in 1989 as a local branch of the National Brotherhood of Snowsports. The organization hosts events all year round for skiers and…
Uniquely MilwaukeeSound meets sole: The designer behind Summerfest artists’ custom kicks
Every creative tells a story — sometimes through lyrics, sometimes through shoes. This episode puts the focus on footwear, with an artist who’s making custom…
Uniquely MilwaukeeHow Milwaukee’s Juneteenth celebration joined forces with Summerfest
The annual Juneteenth celebration — recognized annually on June 19 — commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. It was on that day in 1865 when the…
Uniquely MilwaukeeA Father’s Day tribute: Letters, messages and conversations
For many of us, our fathers are our protectors. They provide the structure, discipline and encouragement that stays with you throughout life. And when they’re…
Uniquely MilwaukeeSun-Seeker MKE turns dreams of Black trans safety into reality
Sun-Seeker MKE are dreamers, artists, abolitionists, chosen family and joy makers — all working hard to reimagine what safety and care looks like for black…
Uniquely MilwaukeeFootwork forward: auntie’s rise in Milwaukee’s electronic scene
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, DJ Kenny Perez had the chance to speak with auntie, a rising producer from Milwaukee who’s making waves with a sound…
Uniquely MilwaukeeOn the course with WeBlackWeGolf: The Milwaukee group aiming to change the face of the game
Golf is a multibillion-dollar sport played in many places around the world. Its modern origins date back to 15th century Scotland, but the game didn’t really…
Uniquely Milwaukee'Dad Doula University': Where Support Starts Before the Baby Arrives
We’re continuing our motherhood conversation – but this time, from the perspective of Dads, or non-birthing partners. In this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee…
Uniquely MilwaukeeA tribute to motherhood and those who become moms later in life
In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re dedicating this special episode of Uniquely Milwaukee to moms (and even those considering motherhood). We’re making sure to…
Uniquely MilwaukeeStories of truth, transformation at the Milwaukee Film Festival
The Milwaukee Film Festival returns for another season of inviting film lovers to "enjoy the show." In this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, we’re talking to…
Uniquely MilwaukeeWhere we go to be ourselves: The need for ‘Third Places’
Everyone needs it. An informal, neutral setting within a community that supports the individual. It encourages conversation. It embraces differences. It’s a…
Uniquely MilwaukeeA Spring Membership Drive ridealong
We successfully made it through another Radio Milwaukee Spring Membership Drive! That’s 10 days of our listeners hearing us (and folks in the community)…
Uniquely MilwaukeeWhy Museums Matter: An Insider Look
This week on Uniquely Milwaukee, Radio Milwaukee's intern, Amelie Stella Lichte, takes over to share her unique experience working at the Grohmann Museum.
Uniquely MilwaukeeNavigating Grief, Mourning, and Recovery
On Uniquely Milwaukee, we wrap up Suicide Awareness Month and reflect on the complex emotions that surround loss, especially for those affected by suicide. In…
Uniquely MilwaukeeBlack Space helps shatter the stigmas around mental health
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, we explore deeply personal stories that reveal the challenges and triumphs of navigating mental health. Featuring…
Uniquely MilwaukeeLifelines: The power of community in suicide prevention
The role of community and connection in suicide prevention by hearing from local organizations, support groups and individuals working to create safe spaces.
Uniquely MilwaukeeUnderstanding suicide starts by ending the silence
In this opening episode, we dive into the complexities of suicide. Experts in mental health, Emily Vander Velden and Jeremy Schumacher provide insights into…
Uniquely MilwaukeeInside ‘The Great Milwaukee Block Party: Community Resilience During the RNC
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, we sit down with Amy Horst and Stephanie Rhodes to delve into The Great Milwaukee Block Party. We explore the spirit…
Uniquely MilwaukeeAn inside look at Milwaukee's Hydroponics STEM program
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, we sit down with program director Michelle Lyle to talk about the summer hydroponics program and spend a day with…
Uniquely MilwaukeeMilwaukee's Drag Star: Interview with ‘Melee the Queen’ and the Legacy of Drag
Milwaukee's Drag Star: Interview with ‘Melee the Queen’ and the Legacy of Drag
Uniquely MilwaukeeMilwaukee choreographer challenges ballet traditions, gender norms
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, I sat down with Dawn Springer and dancers Rachel Malehorn, Janel Hutchison and Sejain Bastidas to talk about “Step of…
Uniquely MilwaukeeA Rhythmic Bond: Afro-Latino Dance and Drum at Bembé
This week on Uniquely Milwaukee, we head over to Bembé Dance & Drum to learn about Afro-Latino musical culture.
Uniquely MilwaukeeFrom Runway to Workshop: Tonda Thompson's Journey to Empower Black Women Through Woodworking
Be sure to tune in to this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee where host Salam Fatayer interviews Tonda Thompson; discussing "She Slangs Wood," a carpentry company…
Uniquely MilwaukeeBike and Run club helps Latine athletes make strides in Milwaukee
This week on Uniquely Milwaukee, 88Nine's Kenny Perez takes over the episode as he sits down with Eric Kleppe-Montenegro and Sergio Rincon to talk about the…
Uniquely MilwaukeeMilwaukee neighborhoods with John Gurda: Piggsville
Eight years ago, local historian and writer John Gurda sat down with 88Nine to share stories from Milwaukee’s neighborhoods. The idea for the series came after…
Uniquely MilwaukeeMilwaukee neighborhoods with John Gurda: North Milwaukee & Harambee
Eight years ago, local historian and writer John Gurda sat down with 88Nine to share stories from Milwaukee’s neighborhoods. The idea for the series came after…
Uniquely MilwaukeeMilwaukee neighborhoods with John Gurda: Riverwest and the East Side
Eight years ago, local historian and writer John Gurda sat down with 88Nine to share stories from Milwaukee’s neighborhoods. The idea for the series came after…
Uniquely MilwaukeeMKE Neighborhoods with John Gurda: Walker's Point and the Historic South Side
Eight years ago, local historian and writer John Gurda sat down with 88Nine to share stories from Milwaukee’s neighborhoods. The idea for the series came after…
Uniquely MilwaukeeExploring Palestinian Heritage through Milwaukee’s Cooking Workshop
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, in celebration of International Women’s Day, we delve into the story of two generations of Palestinian women, Muna…
Uniquely MilwaukeeIgnored history: How Milwaukee’s Jimmy Banks broke barriers in the World Cup
In this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, I sit down with Jimmy Banks' son, Jordan Banks, and close friend Wendell Willis to delve deeper into his legacy, why his…
Uniquely MilwaukeeMusic and our Brains: A Conversation with a Milwaukee Music Therapist
In this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, I interview Makenzie Kojis, a Music Therapist from Milwaukee, to explore the field of music therapy. We delve into the…
Uniquely MilwaukeeLove is all around us: Listen to these Milwaukee couple stories
From serendipitous encounters to enduring partnerships, join us, on Uniquely Milwaukee as we celebrate the diverse and beautiful stories of couples who have…
Uniquely MilwaukeeBlack culture is the blueprint
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, Host Salam Fatayer explores the profound impact of Black culture on mainstream culture. Listen to a conversation with…
Uniquely MilwaukeeCulture x Design brings consistency to social spaces
Listen to this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee as I engage in a conversation with Geraud Blanks to delve deeper into Culture x Design. And learn about this…
Uniquely MilwaukeeQamaria: where coffee meets community
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, we explore the heart of the community at Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co. It's more than a coffee shop here; it's a flourishing…
Uniquely MilwaukeeHow Martin Luther King Jr. Day turned into a celebrated holiday
Join Uniquely Milwaukee host, Salam Fatayer, as she reflects on the history behind Martin Luther King Jr. Day turning into a federal holiday... and how Stevie…
Uniquely MilwaukeeDual Delights: Embark on Our Journey at Milwaukee's Hybrid Bar, Agency.
This week on Uniquely Milwaukee, join us as we grab a drink at Agency, Milwaukee's first hybrid bar. Immerse yourself in the choice of indulging in an…
Uniquely MilwaukeeENCORE: Element uncovers African Heritage through DNA testing
This past February, for Black History Month, Hyfin's Element Everest-Blanks speaks with Dr. Gina Paige, the co-founder of African Ancestry, a DNA test that…
Uniquely MilwaukeeENCORE: Become a rockstar in a matter of days with Ladies Rock MKE
We are continuing to recap our favorite stories of 2023, this time taking us back to the beginning of the year for an intensive weekend-long music camp, Ladies…
Uniquely MilwaukeeENCORE: The thriving community of regulars at Throttle Twisters, Milwaukee’s first Black biker bar
ENCORE: The thriving community of regulars at Throttle Twisters, Milwaukee’s first Black biker bar
Uniquely MilwaukeeDay at the zoo with a zookeeper
This week on Uniquely Milwaukee, I spent a day at Milwaukee County Zoo with zookeeper, Ryan Taylor, where we learned how he takes care of some animals at the…
Uniquely MilwaukeeUnveiling the World of Controversy: A Day in the Life of a Parking Enforcement Officer
On this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, dive into the tumultuous world of parking enforcement as we shadow a parking enforcement officer, a figure often…
Uniquely MilwaukeeReality Check: Grace Weber and B~Free on Musician Life
In a special edition of Uniquely Milwaukee, B~Free steps into the spotlight to conduct an intimate interview with R&B sensation Grace Weber. Delve into the raw…
Uniquely MilwaukeeOur 'Odd Jobs' month begins at Colectivo Coffee
For November, we are on a mission to find the most intriguing and unique jobs in Milwaukee. Our first stop brings us to Colectivo, a beloved coffee…
Uniquely MilwaukeeCelebrating life and the lessons we can learn from death
As we come to the end of our series on death, we invite you to listen to community confessions and personal thoughts on death and grief. Later, Kim Shine joins…
Uniquely MilwaukeeDeath on our screens and in our cultures
This week on Uniquely Milwaukee, we continue to discuss death, but this time we explore its connection to our media and culture. Featured in this episode are…
Uniquely MilwaukeeThe Uncharted Journey: Life After Loss
In this episode of Uniquely Milwaukee, I speak with an individual who lost both her parents at different stages in her life. Listen as we delve into her…