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Send us Fan Mail This song is a departure from Walt's usual melancholic tunes. It's a love song inspired by a pivotal moment in his life. Meeting his girlfriend for the first time. I remember vividly the night of our first date, it was one of those moments where everything seemed to align, and I knew she was someone special. I struggle to articulate it without sounding cliché, but it was...

Send us Fan Mail Every community experiences domestic violence and needs a safe place to turn for help. On this episode of “The Missing Peace,” we introduce you to We Are Here MKE, a diverse coalition of culturally-sensitive organizations throughout Milwaukee that are on the frontlines of this crisis. They serve the city’s Black, Hispanic, indigenous, Muslim, Hmong and LGBTQ+ residents. Their tail...

Send us Fan Mail Walt has been described as an entertainer. He brings the energy and humor associated with years in the punk rock scene to his acoustic performances. Walt's songs range from heart-felt ballads to rock 'n roll and everything in between. He will always engage with the crowd, especially during his set. In 2014, Walt's popularity increased significantly thanks to exposur...

Send us Fan Mail "Going Down" is dedicated to a friend of mine that I lost. Its really about untreated mental health issues and substance abuse disorder and where it can take people if they're not getting the right support or love or encouragement. I think that it is important to advocate for mental health issues and substance abuse disorders. I think that mental health is health, t...

Send us Fan Mail In October of 2023, U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore introduced a resolution in Congress to address the alarming correlation between firearm possession and deadly domestic violence incidents. The timing of Congresswoman Moore’s resolution was no coincidence. In early November, the U.S. Supreme Court heard a case that will likely decide if it’s legal to take away the guns of people who have be...

Send us Fan Mail Liv Mueller is a songstress who has lived in the likes of Nashville, Austin & the fine Midwest. Her Vocals are a beautiful combination of sparkle & smoke, taking any listener to another time. In the last several years however, Liv prefers to play solo, releasing now two records. The first solo release entitled 'LIV SINGS' Love Songs For The Forlorn And Misguided,...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a legal paper trail becomes less about a victim's justice and more so a record of failures by those in position to uphold safety?  Join us for episode four as we take a look at women seeking defense from their abusers met with deflating responses from law enforcement. This story includes reporting supported by the International Women's Media Foundation....

Send us Fan Mail Mathew writes a little abstract. "It kind of comes from the subconscious, an idea will pop up,  a turn of phrase that you say."  In this song Mathew focuses on the reason for living.  "To grow old. That was the impetus to the song which I felt embodied kind of, a live in the present moment kind of thing."  Find more programs at https://www.milwaukeepbs.org/stre...

Send us Fan Mail "There is no perfect path to grieving a loved one's suicide.  David Bear discusses his initial struggles to cope and what helped him to heal." Partial funding of the "How We Heal" series on 10thirtysix™ is provided in part by the Charles E. Kubly Foundation Find more programs at https://www.milwaukeepbs.org/stream

Send us Fan Mail Mathew Haeffel is a songsmith working in the medium of vocals on guitar to create original music composed of pensive lyrics with alluring rhythmic foundations. "Groove-oriented improvisational-minded with a smattering of world music flavors" Find more programs at https://www.milwaukeepbs.org/stream

Send us Fan Mail In this program for Valentine's Day, Day of Love and Friendship, we talk with Mariana Rodríguez, the director of the Latina Resource Center, a UMOS program that helps victims of domestic violence. Domestic violence occurs between couples of all races and does not distinguish economic or educational levels.  En este programa por el día de San Valentín, Día del Amor Y la Amista...

Send us Fan Mail A local woman shares her journey with depression with psychotherapist and producer Elizabeth Cramer so others know it's not easy, but you can find ways to manage your mental health. Partial funding of the "How We Heal" series on 10thirtysix™ is provided in part by the Charles E. Kubly Foundation Find more programs at https://www.milwaukeepbs.org/stream

Send us Fan Mail When the incidence of a disease is low, the chances of finding a cure decrease. Jessica Solt has a hereditary condition that caused her to have surgery to remove her stomach. The condition is known as hereditary diffuse gastric cancer, it is rare and can affect the children of those who have this factor. We talked with Jessica about the extraordinary day. Cuando la incidencia de u...

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Send us Fan Mail Brazilian Jazz and Bossa Nova musician, renowned for his Bossa and Samba stylings. Saudade Do Mar is like someone missing the ocean or the sea. For me, the ocean is my favorite place. Find more programs at https://www.milwaukeepbs.org/stream

Send us Fan Mail Studies show that 75 percent of domestic violence homicides happen when the victim attempts to leave the relationship. These numbers make for hard decisions — victims questioning what’s on the other side of “It’s over. I’m leaving.” In this episode of “The Missing Peace,” we take a look at the increased danger that comes with saying goodbye.  Thank you to the International Women&a...

Send us Fan Mail Black Nouveau contributing producer Uzezi Okwata gives you a chance to go behind the scenes of a rehearsal for the Hip-Hop Orchestra experience. It is sponsored by Ensemble Mik Nawooj. Christopher Nicholas and Joowan Kim created the company to perform a new genre incorporating classical music mixed with contemporary hip-hop. Annually they complete a multi-city tour by teaming up w...

Send us Fan Mail We shine a spotlight on the impactful work of "Souls to the Polls" as we gear up for the upcoming spring primary. Find more programs at https://www.milwaukeepbs.org/stream

Send us Fan Mail Brazilian Jazz and Bossa Nova musician, renowned for his Bossa and Samba stylings. Find more programs at https://www.milwaukeepbs.org/stream

Send us Fan Mail Hyer is the solo project of Wisconsin native Jacob Olson. In his own words, "drain is a funny one. I tend to write lyrics last. This was a song that is very 'Pinegrove' influence. If you know that rings a bell, but very much like the Americana Indie it was a riff that I wrote like a year ago I really stuck with it and the song came really easy to me and then the lyr...

Send us Fan Mail In 2020, as governments around the world closed the doors of offices, schools and businesses in efforts to fight the spread of COVID-19, these "safer-at-home" orders consequently created a "shadow pandemic" of domestic violence.  Join us for episode two as we break down how factors of financial instability, isolation and restricted access to vital services bred...

Send us Fan Mail Hyer is the solo project of Wisconsin native Jacob Olson. After spending some time in the Twin Cities recording his first album “Wall for Governor” and performing at various gigs, Jacob is now back in the Milwaukee area with a lively and vibrant solo act. Currently, Jacob is working on writing and producing a new album, as well as producing music for other musicians. Find more pro...

Send us Fan Mail Rayven brings us her latest original, Evergreen. In her own words, "Evergreen is actually a song that I wrote and dedicated to my girlfriend whom I love very very much. The song title kind of came out of nowhere, but by definition, means just something that's growing and Lasting forever.  That's kind of how I feel about my love not only for her but for for my friend...

Send us Fan Mail In July of 2022, across a three week span, eight women in Milwaukee County were killed in domestic or intimate partner-related incidents. Women across the spectrums of age, race, and ethnicity. Almost all of them mothers. Join us for episode one, as we hear from those on the frontlines about the current state of domestic violence plaguing the city and state. This story includes re...

Send us Fan Mail "RAYVEN" is an artist based in the Midwest area. Born Rayven Monique June Craft in Racine, WI in 2000, a pastors kid and an eclectic young black girl, she was heavily influenced by gospel icons such as Mary Mary, Donnie McClurkin, Tasha Cobbs. The boundaries between hip-hop, pop, R&B, and alternative rock are blurred by RAYVEN's dreamy, introspective composition...