"Wisconsin Weekend” features some of our favorite conversations from “Wisconsin Today” about the state’s cultures, communities, and interesting people. Join hosts Rob Ferrett and Kate Archer Kent for a weekly look at what makes Wisconsin such a fun and vibrant place to be.
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We talk to a tennis player about her first time competing in the U.S. Open tournament. Then, we learn about the joys of quilting and The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show. […]
A historian explains how knowing the culture and history of Lake Superior can broaden visitors’ perspective of it. Then, a hamburger advocate talks about some of the best burgers in […]
We talk to an author of a new book about how the Packers’ wives were at the center of cultural change. Then, we talk with a mixed martial arts fighter […]
We learn how a volunteer fire department has reflected the evolution of Door County. Then, we talk to an author about her debut novel, set in Wisconsin. And we learn […]
We learn why the ancient Irish sport of hurling is popular in Milwaukee. Then, we talk to an athlete and an organizer of cornhole competitions. And, we find out how […]
We talk to the founders of Mr. Blink about the band’s new album. Then we learn what forest bathing is and where you can do it in Wisconsin. And, we […]
We look at what’s performing at the Green Bay Fringe Festival. Then, we learn about a program that’s using AI robots to keep Wisconsin’s elders and homebound company. And, we […]
We talk to a soccer player who overcame a rare “flesh-eating” infection. Then, we talk with a 9-year-old Wisconsin boy who biked across the country. And a father talks about […]
We talk with “Mr. Peanuts,” the Cross Plains school custodian who is retiring after 61 years. Then, we talk to the owner of a news business who hopes to changes […]
We learn how the Violent Femmes’ made their first album and why it remains significant. Then, we explore a new children’s book about when the Brewers played morning baseball. And, […]
