The Upswing

MARKETS AND RESTAURANTS TWO UP -A real treat for business: Jeff SHerman goes over the numbers of Halloween and trick or treating -Political spending: Jeff goes over these numbers on campaigns this year. MONDAY MARKET PREVIEW: Annex Wealth Management’s Chief Economist, Brian Jacobson joins Jeff Sherman, in for Dave Spano and they discuss the rise and return of the MBA as well as charity donations....

Next up, Jeff Sherman is joined in-studio by Rachel Bernhard, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Dining Critic. She first explains how she got to her position, then they discuss what has changed in the restaurant landscape after COVID and amid inflation. Does Rachel wear a disguise when she reviews restaurants? She dispels the myths, how she lists restaurants and the best ones she has been to. She also...

MONDAY MARKET PREVIEW: Annex Wealth Management’s Chief Economist, Brian Jacobson joins Jeff Sherman, in for Dave Spano and they discuss the rise and return of the MBA as well as charity donations. -Jeff asks Brian next about dynamic pricing with online ordering versus in-person shopping. Also about the most beautiful word in the world, Tariffs.

TWO UP -A real treat for business: Jeff Sherman goes over the numbers of Halloween and trick or treating -Political spending: Jeff goes over these numbers on campaigns this year.

HAPPY BUCKS HOME OPENER TWO UP: Marquette Golden Eagles and Third Space Brewing are teaming up and Jeff had a hand in helping it start. Caitlin Cullen is opening a new cafe on North MLK Drive to help provide for the north side. Jeff Sherman is joined by Mike Belot, Vice President of Business Development and Chief Real Estate Development Officer for the Milwaukee Bucks. They begin by discussing the...

Next, Jeff Sherman is joined by Marla & David Poytinger. He first asks them about bringing the Kris Kindle Market to Deer District and then asks them about this being their first full Bucks season as business owners in Deer District as well as preparing amid the Republican National Convention. Marla and David’s business in Deer District is New Fashioned and they explain the unique combination of t...

Jeff Sherman is joined by Mike Belot, Vice President of Business Development and Chief Real Estate Development Officer for the Milwaukee Bucks. They begin by discussing the new lululemon kiosk at Fiserv Forum. Jeff asks Mike to give quick snapshots on the latest business developments in Deer District.

TWO UP: Marquette Golden Eagles and Third Space Brewing are teaming up and Jeff had a hand in helping it start. Caitlin Cullen is opening a new cafe on North MLK Drive to help provide for the north side.

THE FUTURE OF ALMOST EVERYTHING TWO UP -New Coffee for You: IDYLL Coffee Roasters on West North Avenue near 63rd Street in Wauwatosa to open next June. -It’s Bucks tip-off week: The Clippers debuted their $2 billion arena, The Intuit Dome and it’s the most advanced of its kind. Jeff goes over the details. The Future of Online Reviews: How can you spot a fake review? Do you buy based on reviews? Ho...

Lynda Welsh from SHARP Literacy joins Jeff Sherman and Martin Moore to talk about what her organization is doing. Jeff asks Lynda more about their programming options offered and Martin also weighs in on the importance. Jeff also asks Lynda what she has seen change in Milwaukee.

TWO UP -New Coffee for You: IDYLL Coffee Roasters on West North Avenue near 63rd Street in Wauwatosa to open next June. -It’s Bucks tip-off week: The Clippers debuted their $2 billion arena, The Intuit Dome and it’s the most advanced of its kind. Jeff goes over the details.

RAPID FIRE BUSINESS HEADLINES WITH RICH KIRCHEN TWO THREE UP: -New Glarus Brewing is adding a new hospitality brewing area; Jeff goes over the price of a six-pack of Spotted Cow. -How much is your internet bill? Advocates are looking to have the FCC end data caps. -Flour Girl and Flame is re-opening! True Value is facing bankruptcy and may be bought out by Do it Best. Jeff and Rich switch to headl...

TWO THREE UP: -New Glarus Brewing is adding a new hospitality brewing area; Jeff goes over the price of a six-pack of Spotted Cow. -How much is your internet bill? Advocates are looking to have the FCC end data caps. -Flour Girl and Flame is re-opening!

Housing, Housing, Housing... TWO UP -8 billion dollars for Perplexity, the subscription-based AI service. -More Kohl’s cash for the holidays and more affordable gifts and Sephora gift baskets. COFFEE INDEX Where do you think Metro Milwaukee’s hottest housing market is? Jeff Sherman opens the talk and text line for their guesses. Jeff goes over the numbers. -Jeff asked ChatGPT for the hottest marke...

Marcus Performing Arts Center CEO Kevin Giglinto joins Jeff Sherman in-studio to talk about the venue’s relationship with Milwaukee County. Jeff asks Kevin about the ballet and the other programs held at the Performing Arts Center Jeff asks Kevin about redevelopment and the parking garage and being part of the revenue stream as well as upcoming holiday programming and Kevin’s history in Milwaukee.

TWO UP -8 billion dollars for Perplexity, the subscription-based AI service. -More Kohl’s cash for the holidays and more affordable gifts and Sephora gift baskets.

TWO UP -The C(lear) button is gone on iPhone’s calculator app. -The Bucks are debuting the new menu at Fiserv Forum and Giannis and GE Healthcare are helping promote the city as well as Bucks flags on Milwaukee bridges. Money Market Preview: Jeff Sherman is joined by Annex Wealth CEO Dave Spano; they discuss Shark Tank, its history, the significance of the show and CEO Mark Cuban. -Jeff asks Dave...

Jeff Sherman is joined by producer and storyteller Greg Marshall to discuss Airbnb and their marketing strategy while Milwaukee is trying to restrict them and hosts. Next, Greg and Jeff talk about generational research when it comes to marketing Jeff and Greg finish up on holiday shopping season marketing after the election and what he’s working on next.

Money Market Preview: Jeff Sherman is joined by Annex Wealth CEO Dave Spano; they discuss Shark Tank, its history, the significance of the show and CEO Mark Cuban. Jeff asks Dave about the election and who or what industry ultimately wins in the end, regardless of which candidate becomes president. He also asks him what advice he’d give CVS with their uncertain future and the numbers for the marke...

TWO UP The C(lear) button is gone on iPhone’s calculator app. The Bucks are debuting the new menu at Fiserv Forum and Giannis and GE Healthcare are helping promote the city as well as Bucks flags on Milwaukee bridges.

BEAUTIFUL WEATHER; BEAUTIFUL TRANSIT TWO UP -A new gourmet popcorn vendor is coming to the Third Street Market Hall and Fonzarelli’s, an Italian shop is now in the hall right now. -$16,000 for your next home? You can buy a tiny house at Walmart Dave Steele, executive director of MobiliSE joins Jeff Sherman in-studio to talk about creating public good and connecting communities through transit, how...

TWO UP -A new gourmet popcorn vendor is coming to the Third Street Market Hall and Fonzarelli’s, an Italian shop is now in the hall right now. -$16,000 for your next home? You can buy a tiny house at Walmart now

The Future of Almost Everything: Price Check Edition TWO UP -Tom Holland has launched his own non-alcoholic beer brand; $16 for a 6 pack. -An IVR restaurant is leasing a former burger bar on Hampton Mineshaft giveaway! Walgreens is set to close down many of its under-performing stores. They discuss why this happened, following trends and the cost, and the future of prescriptions. How should Wiscon...

Jeff Sherman, Martin Moore and Steve Glynn are joined by Jordan DeChambre from the Historic Third Ward Association to talk about the upcoming gallery nights. -Jeff asks Jordan if she knows what new restaurant is going to the Third Ward, plus some info on MIAD.