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WUWM is hosting a release party for Bob Reitman's new album,12th House, on Oct. 12 at the Pabst Theater. Check out this special episode of Lake Effect for a preview.
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Erin Bagatta/WUWMBob Reitman’s first spoken word album The Eleventh House came out in the 70s. 54 years later, he’s releasing a follow-up album of his poetry called 12th House. Reitman and his album engineer and producer, Gary Tanin, share why they wanted to return to releasing poetry with WUWM's Lauri Jones. -
Hunger Task ForceFor decades, Hunger Task Force has been in the business of getting food to people in need – including older adults. Chief strategy officer Jonathan Hansen shares how his organization is tackling food access among people 60 and older.
This WUWM series focuses on the challenges of food accessibility in Milwaukee and examines solutions.
Join us October 12 and take a trip through the 12 astrological houses
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This month's Books and Beyond highlights MPL’s partnership with Reach Out and Read, a nonprofit that incorporates books into pediatric care to encourage families to read together. -
We’ve been checking in on Milwaukee-area families in neighborhoods that endured extreme flooding in August 2025. One Wauwatosa woman shares her family's experience. -
Bowling is a beloved American pastime. The sport's roots run deep in Milwaukee, which previously held the title of "America’s Bowling Capital."
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414 Art Revival is a new second-hand craft store and community space in West Allis, Wisconsin. -
A UW-Madison entomologist answers your wasp-related questions. -
Flags were waving and salsa music was roaring Sept. 12, as the Puerto Rican Festival of Wisconsin took over the Summerfest grounds. Hispanic Heritage month is Sept. 15 - Oct. 15. -
In a perfect world we’d all drive a Mazda MX-5 Miata, the skies would be clear, the temperatures warm, and all roads would be freshly paved. -
Kinstone is a modern megalithic sculpture park that features massive stones and hand crafted buildings amongst the natural beauty the state has to offer.
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