Milwaukee Uncut

Just a day after the Wisconsin Supreme Court overturned the state’s safer-at-home order, we talked to Darren Horndasch, CEO of Wisconsin Vision, Bryan Gerondale, CEO of Chiropractic Company and Ted Balistreri, co-owner of Sendik’s, about the ruling and how their companies have adapted to COVID-19. From hiring 200 new grocery store employees to figuring out how to safely conduct eye exams, we discu...

As a global company, Husco had to adapt and move quickly since COVID-19 hit. In this episode, we’ll go over their initial reaction to the pandemic, switching to mask production, the government’s response, adjustments in the global supply chain, and how they’re rethinking business moving forward.  In addition to his CEO duties, Austin Ramirez is significantly involved in the Milwaukee community. He...

Wisconsin’s hemp industry is booming, and for good reason. We’ve got great farming roots, so it’s only natural that our economy’s structure should follow, right? Well, not always.  Recently, we teamed up with our friends at First Federal Bank to launch the Keeping It Local Podcast . It’s a show that connects listeners with local businesses, nonprofits, and community members who have unique and ins...

Nearing the two month mark since COVID-19 first transformed our world in the U.S., we check in with Dr. Jesse Ehrenfeld with the Medical College of Wisconsin and six other Milwaukee area leaders to hear how they continue to adapt to COVID-19.  CEO of Kessler’s Diamonds, Joe Gehrke, discusses how Kessler’s is transitioning to online sales. Christian Vega, co-owner of Screaming Tuna, talks about how...

In live interviews from a Milwaukee Rotary Club meeting, Richie talks to six business leaders from various industries about their response to COVID-19. Taking listener questions, they discuss the government’s response to COVID-19 and what comes next.  The show begins with a conversation with Jim Barry, President of The Barry Company about the state of commercial real estate. Then, Richie talks to...

When most people and brands think of monetizing a podcast, they think of advertising revenue and sponsorships. This can be a great way to monetize if you’re in the top 1% of podcasts, but for the rest of us — not so much.  That said, as a company, monetizing a podcast is not too difficult. There’s a slew of options to go about it, and it all depends on your business model. As a small business ours...

Last week was a crazy week for our city and state alike. As Milwaukee continues to respond to the increasingly impactful COVID-19, we bring you the third installment of our series of episodes speaking with leaders who are actively grappling with the virus and its impact. In this episode, we begin with a conversation with Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, first talking about the April e...

We continued the conversation we started last week by having nine more business owners and local leaders on the podcast to talk about COVID-19 and their continued transition in these isolated times. This week’s episode is special. It kicks off with Senior Vice President of The Bucks and Chair of the 2020 DNC, Alex Lasry, who talks candidly about the Bucks and the DNC, their reactions to the news o...

Many of us have passions that started when we were young. However, not many of us have the opportunity to test our hobbies out in a potential money-making scenario. David Hackbarth got his crack at just 10 years old working for his brother’s business, and since then, he’s gone on to DJ over 1300 weddings. On this episode of The GoGedders Podcast, you’ll hear how David started and grew his own busi...

As COVID continues to progress across the country, we wanted to know how local businesses were handling the constantly changing world around them. On this episode, we'll talk to a number of local leaders from diverse companies who are impacted by the outbreak.  We'll cover how business models have shifted — in some cases majorly, and into completely different industries — and what compan...

Many people are adjusting to home workspaces while working remotely during COVID-19. Earlier this week, our host Richie Burke appeared on the Build High Performing Teams Podcast with Anna Oakes. In this episode, they’ll cover anxiety in the workplace, performance-based environments, how to effectively communicate with colleagues, and how to take advantage of this unprecedented situation.

It’s been a crazy couple of weeks in Milwaukee. From the Bucks cruising with the NBA’s best record to the season being postponed indefinitely, restaurants and bars going from fully-functional to takeout and delivery only, small business owners and corporations alike being hit hard, and many more struggles — it’s tough to know how to handle it all. So what do we make of all this? Lucky for us, MMAC...

There’s a lot of uncertainty in the air right now. What’s to come? What actually is COVID-19? With all the confusion about, we’re happy to bring you this timely episode of The GoGedders Podcast with Dr. Malika Siker to shed some light on the situation.  Along with answering a few listener-submitted questions, we’ll touch on what the virus is, and what to do if you have symptoms. We’ll also cover h...

It sure is hard to believe 100 episodes have flown by. It feels like just yesterday that a new-to-podcasting Richie Burke sat in front of a lone Amazon shotgun mic recording the first batch of GoGedders episodes. Since then, the show has come a long way. We've sat down with inspiring guests and discussed a huge array of topics, having a lot of fun and making improvements along the way. The po...

The craft beer industry has experienced a proper explosion over the last few years. With all the new growth, it’s easy to forget about Milwaukee’s staples. You may not know this, but Sprecher Brewing Co. is actually Wisconsin’s oldest craft brewery. Recently, the award-winning craft brewery changed hands, and the new leadership is ready to take Sprecher to new heights.  In this episode, Richie sit...

Last week, I‌ hesitantly made a Facebook post about my anxiety. I‌ was inspired by all of the responses and questions the post received, so I‌ felt compelled to put it out on the podcast. You can only dive so deep on social media, and I‌ can use myself as an example for anyone dealing with a similar situation.  Two and a half years ago, I‌ had a full-blown panic attack when the plane I‌ was on sta...

The Mongol Rally has been described as “the craziest motoring adventure on the planet”, and for good reason. This 10,000-mile journey spans from London, England to Ulan Ude, Russia and passes through twenty countries on the way. Ralliers team up, buy a tiny, crappy car sight-unseen with a smaller-than-one-liter engine, and send it.  So, what kind of lunatics would set out on such a journey? Milwau...

Erik Kennedy (Young, Active, and Sober in Milwaukee) returns and is joined by Dr. Munther Bakarat to take a deeper dive into the world of drinking in Milwaukee. Erik is in his fifth year of sobriety, and is very active in the community, serving on a number of different boards throughout the Milwaukee. Dr. Bakarat is the Director of Behavioral Health at Advocate Aurora, offering a professional’s pe...

We’ve talked about “serial entrepreneurs” on The GoGedders before, but Ken Muth might just take the cake. A perpetual learner with a competitive spirit, Ken was born into an entrepreneurial environment, spent time on Wall Street as an analyst for Baird, and eventually returned to Wisconsin to sail the Muth Mirror Systems ship. On this episode of The GoGedders Podcast, you'll hear Richie and K...

If you’re like most folks, you’ve got a whole slew of New Year’s resolutions to attend to. But unfortunately (if you’re like most folks), 80% of those resolutions will be tossed out the door just two weeks after 2020 roars in. On this week of The GoGedders Podcast, Richie sits down with Wade Ritchie and Tasha Tyriver of Milwaukee’s own F45 Training to talk about goal setting, diet, and fitness. Th...

Though there’s plenty of podcasts out there, a good portion of them stop before they even hit three episodes. Why? Because it’s a lot of work! That said, there are a few simple things that make a podcast great, and help it gain the listenership it deserves. Richie brought Nils Parker up to the stage at Podfest MKE to talk about what those key components are. Nils Parker is one of the top authors a...

These chilly winter months can get pretty crazy. Whether you’re running all over town buying gifts, going to four different family parties, or just trying to fit in some well-deserved self-care, one thing’s for certain:‌ the most wonderful time of the year is a whirlwind!  Add a new relationship into the mix and you’ve got a recipe to make anyone’s head spin. Lucky for you, Kessler’s Diamonds spon...

On this episode of The GoGedders Podcast, you’ll join host Richie Burke live from Milwaukee Brewing Company’s new space for MMAC’s “What’s Your Story?” event.  In his 15-minute talk, Richie covers a simple framework for creating content that resonates across multiple channels. He also goes over positioning your customer as the hero and your brand as their guide. The concepts can be applied to vide...

On this week’s episode of The GoGedders Podcast, Richie sits down with members of Milwaukee’s premier emerging professional group, Echelon. Known for events like “Dinner in the Alley”, “Served”, and “Meaningful Makeover”, Echelon aims to help Miwaukee’s homeless population and works toward ending homelessness in our city. Along the way, the group has made a name for itself and engaged members by o...

Bookworm Gardens is an imaginative, independent nonprofit organization that makes this experience a reality for kids in Wisconsin, day in and day out. Their space, a beautiful botanic garden, is inspired by “children's literature, the natural world, and the imagination” and gives children of all backgrounds a chance to experience some of the elements of their favorite stories in real life. Th...