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The Upswing

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Hosted by Jeff Sherman, The Upswing is everything business. Jeff is a prominent figure in the business world, and is formerly the CEO and founder of OnMilwaukee, creator of the podcast series “The Hopcast,” and currently is the CMO of Okanjo. Jeff brings his expertise to The Upswing to discuss the ever-changing world of business and commerce in Milwaukee and across the state of Wisconsin.

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Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

The Importance of Local Family Farms with Susan Buchanan 26.11.2024

Jeff Sherman is joined by Susan Buchanan, Executive Director at Tall Pines Conservancy to talk about the organization, the importance of local family farms. Jeff asks Susan what it will take to get the next generation ready to take over family farms. What's next for farms and Susan?

How Much Thanksgiving Dinner Will Cost You in 2024 with Brian jacobson 26.11.2024

Jeff Sherman is next joined by Brian Jacobson, Chief Economist at Annex Wealth Management to talk about the price of Thanksgiving from Turkey to Pumpkin Pie. 

The Price of Pie with Mr. Dye 26.11.2024

Jonathan Dye from Mr. Dye’s Pies joins Jeff Sherman to talk about his story, his most popular pie, what makes their pies special and, of course, their prices.

TWO UP: The Rights Behind the Thanksgiving Day Parade 26.11.2024

TWO UP -Orvis at Bay Shore is closing as the company downsizes and will also stop sending out their catalogue -Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Surprises from the Markets and Job Market - Full Show 25.11.2024
Now Is the Time to Start Job Searching with Martha Carrigan 25.11.2024
Monday Market Preview: Gen Z's Unrealistic Financial Expectations 25.11.2024
TWO UP: Or Is It Three? 25.11.2024
No More Kicking the Can - Full Show 22.11.2024

TWO UP -Cream City Creative Makers Market is BACK -Death and Taxes: Shorewood recently raised their property taxes in a recent budget Village of Shorewood Board Trustee Arthur Ircink joins Jeff Sherman on the phone to discuss more on the tax levy in the village and the projects driving the decision. Giannis is launching his own venture fund called “Build Your Legacy Ventures” focusing on sports-fo...

Learning How to Survive the Restaurant Business with Marc and Marta Bianchini 22.11.2024

Jeff Sherman is joined in the studio by restauranteurs Marc and Marta Bianchini, owners of restaurants like Cubanitas to talk about what they’ve learned over their years of experience. Jeff next asks Marta about the evolution, or devolution, of the holiday party and asks Marc about the current state and future of the Milwaukee restaurant scene/landscape. Jeff asks Marta how they stay motivated and...

Why Taxes Get Raised with Arthur Ircink 22.11.2024

Village of Shorewood Board Trustee Arthur Ircink joins Jeff Sherman on the phone to discuss more on the tax levy in the village and the projects driving the decision. 

TWO UP: Death and Taxes 22.11.2024

TWO UP Cream City Creative Makers Market is BACK Death and Taxes: Shorewood recently raised their property taxes in a recent budget

Should You Get Bluesky? - Full Show 21.11.2024

THE FUTURE OF ALMOST EVERYTHING with Jeff SHerman, Martin Moore and Steve Glynn. TWO UP -McAlister’s Deli is coming to Metro Milwaukee, but no specific location has been identified. -The average rent is $1,400, lower than the national average Mineshaft giveaway What does the future of Northridge look like? Do we need to download Bluesky and add another social media platform? How are Steve and Mart...

It's Christmas at the Pabst! with Jocelyn Slocum 21.11.2024

Jeff Sherman and Co. Are joined by Jocelyn Slocum, museum director at the Pabst Mansion 

Two Up: New Fast Casual Coming to Milwaukee 21.11.2024

-McAlister’s Deli is coming to Metro Milwaukee, but no specific location has been identified. -The average rent is $1,400, lower than the national average

Can Netflix Handle an NFL Game? - Full Show 20.11.2024

THE BUSINESS OF SPORTS WITH MARK KASS TWO UP -The Regency Mall in Racine has garnered the attention of Woodman’s. -Walmart has been on an upward momentum; will the fourth quarter continue it forward? Jeff Sherman and Mark Kass discuss the Jake Paul and Mike Tyson fight on Netflix and the streaming buffering issues and if it will be able to handle NFL games later this year. Jeff and Mark discuss Pa...

NIL is Coming to High School Athletes, be Ready with Stephanie Grady 20.11.2024

Jeff Sherman and Mark Kass is joined by Stephanie Grady, CEO and co-founder of Influential Athlete to discuss introducing Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) to Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) and the complications with it. Jeff asks Stephanie if NIL adds financial burden and distraction to the schools. She brings up sponsorships, business skills, and more that Influential Athlete...

TWO UP: Will Walmart Keep Momentum? 20.11.2024

TWO UP -The Regency Mall in Racine has garnered the attention of Woodman’s. -Walmart has been on an upward momentum; will the fourth quarter continue it forward?

Holiday Prep on the Road and at Home - Full Show 19.11.2024

TWO UP -Panera To-Go has come to Milwaukee on the East Side -Advanced Auto Parts is closing locations in Milwaukee Jeff Sherman is joined on the phone by Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, to discuss gas price fluctuations with holiday travel right around the corner and if the government can control it. -Jeff asks Patrick about how gas prices align with the holidays and seaso...

Downtown Milwaukee Gets Festive with Beth Weirick 19.11.2024

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival is coming to Pere Marquette Park this week; Jeff Sherman is joined in-studio by Beth Weirick from Milwaukee Downtown to talk about it. More on Holiday Lights and what’s new this year.

COFFEE INDEX: Biggby Coffee is Almost Here 19.11.2024

COFFEE INDEX: Jeff Sherman and producer Jaslyn discussed where they got their morning coffee plus Milwaukee’s first Biggby Coffee is opening downtown at Red Arrow Park. The sign is up, and barista training has begun.

Will Thanksgiving Gas Prices Be Hot? with GasBuddy 19.11.2024

Jeff Sherman is joined on the phone by Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, to discuss gas price fluctuations with holiday travel right around the corner and if the government can control it. Jeff asks Patrick about how gas prices align with the holidays and seasons and what the next Donald Trump administration could mean for gas, EVs and more.

TWO UP: MKE Says Goodbye to Advance Auto Parts 19.11.2024

Panera To-Go has come to Milwaukee on the East Side Advanced Auto Parts is closing locations in Milwaukee

Holidays, Housing and Healthcare - Full Show 18.11.2024

The Holidays are almost here, time to put up those lights! TWO UP -Jeff Sherman thinks it’s time for Christmas window installations in Downtown Milwaukee just like in New York City. -Wicked is coming to theaters this weekend and they are going all in on Marketing, locally Marcus and the Oriental theaters are showing it and also going in on the marketing. MONEY MARKET PREVIEW: Jeff Sherman is joine...

What's Halting Housing Growth in Milwaukee with Burton Metz 18.11.2024

Jeff Sherman is joined in-studio by Burton Metz, President of Investments and Acquisitions at Wangard Partners to talk about the housing market in Metro Milwaukee. Jeff asks Burton next about the challenges in the housing markets, zoning restrictions and a project in the Harbor District. Jeff and Burton discuss the rising Midwestern business markets.

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