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Lake Effect

Lake Effect

By: WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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Lake Effect is your connection to the community. We bring you conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.

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Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Monday 3/30/26: Cesar Chavez and how we honor historical figures, Acts Housing, economic check-in
    Mar 30 2026

    We examine the local reaction to sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez and how historical figures are honored. We learn how Acts Housing helps people become homeowners. We hear how one local business owner is trying to plan for an uncertain future.

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    51 mins
  • Friday 3/27/26: Affordable childcare strategies, Marquette graduation speech controversy, Chirp Chat
    Mar 27 2026

    Explore the ways Wisconsin policymakers could make childcare more affordable. Learn why students at Marquette are against on the university’s choice of commencement speaker. Learn how you can welcome birds to your garden this spring.

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    51 mins
  • Thursday 3/26/26: Swing State of the Union, Renaissance Theaterworks, Chirp Chat
    Mar 26 2026

    The different philosophies for interpreting our state’s constitution ahead of the April election. The co-founder of Renaissance Theaterworks retires after more than 30 years. How you can welcome birds to your garden this spring.

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    51 mins
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