Milwaukee PBS Digital
Segments from our award-winning broadcast programs, 10thirtysix, Adelante, Black Nouveau and The Arts Page. We will also feature never before heard or seen digital-first segments and specials! Tune in and be informed, entertained and updated about all things Milwaukee!
Episodes
On this special episode of The Arts Page we explore our area's rich tapestry of murals. We meet two muralists, Reynaldo Hernandez and Emma Daisy, who have created some of Wisconsin's most recognizable murals. We also take a look at 2 area programs, West Allis Living Streets and Paint on Port, created to beautify and enrich their communities.
We couldn't cover all the great murals and muralists...
From the pulpit to the global stage! 🌍
Join Black Nouveau for an exclusive interview with civil rights icon, politician, and diplomat Andrew Young.
A close confidant of Martin Luther King Jr. and former Executive Director of the SCLC, Young helped lead the Civil Rights Movement before making history as the first African American elected to Congress from Georgia since Reconstruction. He later served ...
Inspired by the legendary outlaw from Holes—both the book and the film—this haunting folk ballad breathes new life into the iconic character of Kissin' Kate Barlow. With lyrics that echo the poetic weight of Proverbs and vocals that cut like a whip, Lainey Lou reimagines Kate not as a villain, but as a complex, empowered woman shaped by pain and myth.
📖 "Her lips drip honey... but she'll lead ...
Lainey Lou, the stage name of Alaina Bechard, is a Wisconsin-born singer-songwriter whose music is rooted in the storytelling tradition of folk and Americana. Hailing from the small town of Nekoosa, she brings the grounded warmth of small-town life into every note and lyric she writes. The name “Laney Lou” is a heartfelt nod to her father, who lovingly called her “Lainey Lou” growing up — a reminder of home, family, a...
Welcome to the 27th season of Adelante! Thank you, our beloved audience, for your preference and support in the production of our series, which seeks to serve the needs of our community and celebrate our heritage! Today, as always, we address crucial issues for the community.
First, psychologist Paula Ortega-Jenna will guide us through the emotional impact of immigration detention on children, offering advice for ...
"All I Can Do" is a reflective, emotionally rich love song born out of solitude and creative spontaneity. Written during a moment of isolation on a remote farm in Illinois, the song imagines a heartfelt conversation between two lifelong partners in their later years, reminiscing on the winding paths that led them to each other.
The lyrics trace the raw moments of youth—reckless behavior, emotional d...
Orlando Peña is a Milwaukee-based singer and songwriter for the award-winning, Americana/soul folk band, The Midnight Purchase.
He makes use of his commanding vocal ability to recount tales from his years in the High Sierra mountains of Nevada, to the low, vast plains of rural Illinois and countless places in between.
He creates honest, approachable music about foolishness, loss, love, introspecti...
Gary, IN has long been one of the most impoverished cities in America. The economic decline started in the 1960's after the collapse of it's once booming steel industry. The city, which once had a population of around 200,000 now sits at about 60,000. Because of this steep loss of residents, many of Gary's public and private buildings sit empty and have been empty for years.
Many see these aban...
Alan Chavoya is part of the Communist Organization Camino a la Libertad and a professor of Philosophy at MATC. He will explain the importance of undocumented immigrant families staying informed about the legal and human rights that protect them.
Alan Chavoya es parte de la Organización Comunista Camino a la
Libertad y profesor de Filosofía en MATC. Él nos explicará la
importancia de que las familias i...
From her studio in Madison, Wisconsin, Mexican artist Angélica
Contreras transforms the canvas into a space for cultural dialogue and personal truth. Fusing traditional Mexican aesthetics with a bold, contemporary voice, her work explores themes of identity, belonging, and collective memory.
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As the immigration landscape continues to evolve, organizations like Welcoming America play a crucial role in building bridges and creating environments where everyone can thrive. Rachel Peric is with us today to explain how communities can be strengthened through welcoming policies and programs that promote social cohesion and economic development for all residents, regardless of their background.
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The MKE Fellows recently celebrated 25 years of impact, raising nearly $5 million to support more than 140 youth organizations. What began as a charity golf tournament has grown into a nationally recognized movement focused on community empowerment and youth development.
The program’s signature initiative, the MKE Fellows, provides mentorship, scholarships, and career pathways for young African American men. ...
At American Family Field, the Milwaukee Brewers hosted their annual Negro League Tribute Night, celebrating the players whose talents and sacrifices shaped the game of baseball. Among the honorees was Dennis Biddle, a former Negro League pitcher, author, and tireless advocate who has spent 30 years ensuring that his fellow players receive long-overdue recognition.
From pushing for financial support and histor...
In June, Willow New made history as the first Black woman crowned Miss Wisconsin. A lifelong performer and advocate for the arts, the 22-year-old Carthage College graduate shares how her passion for creativity gave her confidence on stage and inspired her community service initiative, The Art of Belonging.
In this candid conversation on Black Nouveau, Willow reflects on facing racism in pageantry, embracing h...
Last month, Brown Deer Park came alive as hundreds gathered for Milwaukee’s annual African Cultural Festival, hosted by Africans in Milwaukee, Inc. Now in its 16th year, the festival brings together communities across the African diaspora, reminding all who attend that “if you don’t know where you come from, you don’t know where you’re going.”
More than 25 countries were represented through music, dance, and ...
In this episode of Adelante!, we're joined by Dr. Rachel Bluff, a professor of history at UW-M and immigrant activist. She will give us insights on how to apply lessons learned from the history of U.S. immigration policies to today's world. Also with us is Alan Chavoya of the Communist Organization Road to Freedom.From her studio in Madison, Wisconsin, Mexican artist Angélica
Contreras transforms the can...
The debate over cooperation between local authorities and federal immigration agencies continues to generate controversy in Wisconsin.
State Representative Sylvia Ortiz-Vélez, who participated in the introduction of AB 57, explains why she believes this collaboration can generate distrust in immigrant communities and affect public safety.
For his part, State Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, along with a group ...
Eduardo Arabu of the National Hispanic Corporate Council will address the critical need for Hispanic representation in corporate leadership. He will describe how his organization actively promotes the inclusion of Hispanic professionals on boards of directors and key positions, highlighting the positive impact of this diversity on the growth and success of the business sector.
Eduardo Arabu del National Hispa...
The City of Milwaukee has awarded $100,000 to Forward Latino as part of an effort to support families at risk of being separated due to immigration policies.
We spoke with Darryl Morin about how these funds will be used to provide assistance to those most in need.
La ciudad de Milwaukee ha otorgado $100,000 dólares a Forward Latino como
parte de un esfuerzo por apoyar a familias en riezgo de ser separ...
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