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What's On Tap

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Sandy Maxx explores the culture and creativity across Wisconsin and around the world. The show's focus is on topical interviews and experiences that bring the fan to the heart of what makes Wisconsin special.

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620 WTMJ

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Comedy In Milwaukee, Artists Taking the Stage, and Alternative March Brackets 24.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - The Laughing Tap owner Matt Kemple talks about the new location of the Laughing Tap! - Strong Towns Chief of Staff Carlee Alm-LaBar joins the show to talk about the Strongest Town bracket, whose final four include three Wisconsin cities against Chicago! - Three epic show announcements and much more!

Behind the Scenes of the Upcoming Documentary, "UECK"! 22.03.2026

September Club documentarians Steve Farr and Michael T. Volkmann join Sandy Maxx to give the latest updates on their upcoming film, "Ueck"! They talk about the origin of the documentary, getting to know Bob Uecker on a personal level, and how his health changed the course of their work.

Sunday What's On Tap: Dissecting a Reality TV Shakeup! 22.03.2026

Sunday What's On Tap: Dissecting a Reality TV Shakeup!

Pickles, Punchlines, and Pickin' 21.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Musician Max Winkels talks about the 31st Annual Big Thaw Bluegrass Festival - Comedian Marta Segal Block discusses using comedy as a tool for communication - A plethora of pickle events and so much more!

The Weekend Trend: Maple Syrup and Shows to See 20.03.2026

Sandy Maxx joins Wisconsin's Morning News for The Weekend Trend! What is there to do this weekend?! A final tour in town, plus more shows to keep the Irish in you happy until next year's St. Patrick's Day. Plus, some rock acts, bluegrass acts, some movies to look forward to, and some awesome taste testings to take your weekend to the next level.

Behind the Scenes of the UECK Documentary and Art in the Burg 2026! 20.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - September Club documentarians Steve Farr and Michael T. Volkmann give the latest updates on their upcoming film, "Ueck"! - Artist James Steeno and Art in the Burg co-organizer Megan Hanusa discuss Art in the Burg 2026! and more!

SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEW: Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel 19.03.2026

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel Bar Manager Kris Scheifelbein joined Sandy Maxx to talk about their upcoming Cocktails 101 Workshop on March 20th!

A Cocktail Class, Cultural Dancing and a "Cat" Book! 19.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel Bar Manager Kris Scheifelbein talks about their upcoming Cocktails 101 class! - Studio K Flamenco Artistic Director Kerensa DeMars talks about their upcoming production, "(W)Here in the World". - Skylight Music Theatre Artistic Director Michael Unger premieres their 2026-27 season! - Local photographer and artist Samer Ghani talks a...

Celebrating Irish Music and History! 18.03.2026

On this episode of What's on Tap, Sandy starts the show off with some traditional Irish music from local musicians and an explanation of Ceili Dance. Then, an interview with local musician and senior archivist of the Ward Irish Music Archives Jeff Ksaiazek. We wrap the show with a Song You Need to Hear from one of Ireland's most popular folk groups!

The What's On Tap Oscars Recap! 17.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - CBS Entertainment Reporter Matt Wolfe talks the highs and lows of last night's ceremony. - Milwaukee Film's Communications & Public Relations Coordinator Robyn Ehrlich-Mai shares her thoughts on the Oscars. and more!

Seeing "Song Sung Blue" from a Daughter's Perspective 15.03.2026

Milwaukee native Beth D’Amato, Associate VFX Supervisor and Digital Paint Supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic, shares highlights of her Hollywood career so far and the unique experience of watching the film "Song Sung Blue" as the daughter of Lightning & Thunder’s co-manager, Tom D’Amato, portrayed in the new film by Jim Belushi.

Sunday What's On Tap: Wisconsin Connections to the Oscars! 15.03.2026

Sandy Maxx talks about three Wisconsin connections to look for at the Oscars!

Betting on Film's Biggest Night - LIVE at Potawatomi Sportsbook! 14.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Potawatomi Sportsbook Manager Austin Herdina joins the show to talk about Oscars betting! - CBS' Matt Wolfe joins the show to talk about the Oscars, why we love them, and if they're still relevant. - What's On Tap favorites share their Oscars picks. and much more!

The Weekend Trend: Weekend Go Bragh 12.03.2026

Sandy Maxx joins Wisconsin’s Morning News with suggestions for weekend fun including many St. Patrick’s Day celebrations including parades in Milwaukee, Kenosha, Madison and Erin. Boxing Banjo and Pat McCurdy concerts, Oscars viewing parties and lean all the way into Friday the 13th festivities with Horror-Con at the Baird Center.

Milwaukee's Echoes Through History, an FBI Story Onstage, and Oscars-Nominated Film Music 12.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Marquette University Teaching Associate Professor of English Paul Gagliardi discusses his class that dissects Oscar-winning films throughout history - Filmmaker Michael Jahr talks about Liberty At Stake: The Joshua Glover Story and how you can help fund his feature-length documentary - A Cast Party with the cast of Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's "Is This a Room"...

UPAF 101 and Fresh Concert Announcements! 11.03.2026

On this edition of What's On Tap... - Vince Vitrano talks about the impact that the United Performing Arts Fund has on the city of Milwaukee and how you can get involved! - Concert announcements from Modest Mouse, Harry Connick Jr., and an epic tour coming to the State Fair!

March Map-ness, Masterpieces of Pickle Art and Milwaukee in the Movies 10.03.2026

On this edition of What's on Tap... - American Geographical Society Library Librarian Georgia Brown talks March Map-ness! - Kraig Kasten, President of the Dodge County Center for the Arts, joins the show to talk about their upcoming Pickle Art Exhibition! - To celebrate the upcoming Oscars, we re-air our interview with Beth D'Amato about growing up as the daughter of Tom D'Amato, manager of Lightn...

A "Mamma Mia" Cast Party! 08.03.2026

Forte Theatre Artistic Director Randall Dodge and actor Kathy Pyeatt join Sandy Maxx to talk about their upcoming production of "Mamma Mia". They discuss the remarkable cast, unforgettable music, and bringing the details of the iconic world of Mamma Mia to life!

Sunday What's On Tap: Bowling on TV and in Real Life! 08.03.2026

Sunday What's On Tap: Bowling on TV and in Real Life!

Fizzy Sodas, Forte Theatre, and a Beloved TV Show's Final Farewell 07.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Griffin Parker from Soda Seekers shares his favorite (and least favorite) drinks of all time! - Time for a cast party! Cast member Kathy Pyeatt and Forte Theatre Artistic Director Randall Dodge talk Forte Theatre's "Mamma Mia". - Sitting down with three of the stars of Downton Abbey. -  Milwaukee Film's Cinema Operations Director Petey Balestrieri talks about...

Weekend Fun, An Al McGuire Biopic Update, and Celebrating Women 06.03.2026

On this episode of What's on Tap... - "The Confessions of Al McGuire" filmmaking team of Executive Producer/Screenwriter Michael Angeli and Co-Executive Producer Jamie Dyckes talk about their biopic in progress now! - Vice President of Cadence Cycling Milwaukee Becky Burton talks about an International Women's Day Hike where you can celebrate the women of environmental science! - A wide variety of...

The Weekend Trend: Never Too Early for St. Patrick's Day 05.03.2026

Sandy Maxx joins Wisconsin’s Morning News with suggestions for weekend fun including Milwaukee’s annual Shamrock Shuffle, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Sports Show, Anime Milwaukee, onstage productions of Hadestown and Swing State, and live performances by the Dropkick Murphys, The Record Company, The Albert Lee Band and the Bel Canto Chorus.

Parks, Peeps, and Playbills! 05.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Milwaukee Downtown BID #21 CEO Matt Dorner talks improvements to Red Arrow Park. - Milwaukee Brewers Vice President of Consumer Experience Tom Hecht talks new food at the ballpark. - Racine Art Museum Marketing and Communications Specialist Tyler Potter talks about their upcoming Peeps Art Exhibition. and much more!

A Local Choir Finds Beauty in Silence and Milwaukee Film Buys the Downer! 04.03.2026

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Bel Canto Chorus Artistic Director Jonathan Laabs and singer Amanda Jo Gonzalez discuss their upcoming show, "Sonorous Silence". - Milwaukee Film Cinema Operations Director Petey Balestrieri talks about Milwaukee Film's plans with the Downer Theater. - Wisconsin connections to last night's Actor Awards. and much more!

Sunday What's On Tap: Bowling Icons and the Actor Awards 01.03.2026

Sunday What's On Tap: Bowling Icons and the Actor Awards

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