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
Edna Ferber, the Pulitzer Prize–winning novelist who grew up in Appleton, Wisconsin, sharpened her storytelling skills as a reporter for the Milwaukee Journal. From her Midwest roots to the Hollywood adaptations of her bestselling books — including the iconic “Showboat” — we explore how Ferber’s sharp wit, bold characters and sweeping narratives made her one of America’s most celebrated literary voices.
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Black Nouveau speaks with Element Everest-Blanks, Amplifier in Residence at the Marcus Performing Arts Center.
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Jimmy Banks discovered the game of soccer while growing up in the Westlawn Housing Project and soon became an All-American player at Custer High School. He then went on to play for the U.S. national team in the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. But he's most remembered for returning home to grow the game in Milwaukee's Black neighborhoods and for all he did off the field.
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Charlotte Partridge and Miriam Frink have been called the “matriarchs of Milwaukee modernism.” The two visionaries founded the Layton School of Art, which would eventually become the spiritual predecessor of the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design. Their bold ideas left an indelible mark on the city’s creative landscape — even after the women were coerced to step away from the very institution they built. Their legac...
“Someday” by Mark Richard is a hopeful and forward-looking song about embracing change and believing in what’s to come. Blending heartfelt vocals and reflective lyrics, the track captures the spirit of optimism that inspired the title of his album Someday. It’s a reminder that growth, peace, and possibility are always just ahead — maybe not today, but someday. 🌤️
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One of the most inspiring things about artists is how they push the boundaries of their craft. As an artist you always have to keep searching for something that brings a fresh perspective to your work. For Milwaukee painter Jimmy Cobb he figured out how to make his paintings more than just images on a canvas. Jimmy is a graduate of the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. At MIAD he took a class about how to build your...
“Lancing in the Sun” by Milwaukee violinist Nathaniel K. Lynn paints a vivid picture of open fields and radiant light. Inspired by the beauty of nature and the joy of simplicity, the piece invites you to imagine running freely through meadows, feeling the warmth of the sun and the peace of the moment. 🌞🎻
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Wisconsin singer-songwriter ILa Rose returns with her hauntingly beautiful original song, “Milkweed.”
Rooted in poetic lyricism and intimate folk-pop storytelling, Milkweed explores love, loss, and the feeling of being left behind after giving too much of yourself away. Inspired by personal experiences and the fragility of connection, Ila compares herself to milkweed — nourishing, delicate, and easily forgotten ...
Join Milwaukee keyboardist Lucas Labau as he performs his own energetic take on the classic jazz standard “Mac the Knife.”
Originally made famous by Bobby Darin, this timeless tune has been part of Lucas’s repertoire since his early days learning jazz. In this performance, he adds his own flavor—mixing modern phrasing, rhythmic drive, and improvisational “sauce” to make the standard uniquely his own.
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We learned from artist Autumn Lundberg is to not be afraid of opportunity. "Fortune favors the bold," she says. Autumn is the artist in residence at Ascent MKE, commonly known as the "Timber Tower," because of its use of sustainably sourced timber in it's construction. There she uses the stunning 25th floor community room as her workshop and as a gallery for larger pieces.
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🩸 Blood is Sweet – An Original Song by Bear in the Forest (Baron the Forest)
“Blood is Sweet” dives into the dark and beautiful tension between love, desire, and self-preservation. Written after binge-watching True Blood, this song channels the haunting romance of vampires—the intoxicating pull between surrender and survival.
It’s about loving someone deeply while knowing you can’t give them everything...
Charlotte Partridge and Miriam Frink have been called the “matriarchs of Milwaukee modernism.” The two visionaries founded the Layton School of Art, which would eventually become the spiritual predecessor of the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design. Their bold ideas left an indelible mark on the city’s creative landscape — even after the women were coerced to step away from the very institution they built. Their legac...
Black Nouveau discusses Milwaukee's Fatherhood Summit, a day of community and connection, with helpful resources, engaging workshops, and valuable services designed for fathers and families.
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🎵 Remember Me – A Sentimental Acoustic Journey
“Remember Me” is a heartfelt, nostalgic song about love, longing, and holding onto connection through life’s ups and downs. Written during a reflective period in the early ’90s—when I was newly married and recording demos on a four-track cassette in my attic—this tune carries the warmth and imperfections of that time.
It’s one of my more Dylanish pieces, i...
In episode of The Arts Page, host Sandy Maxx and team takes us to the rolling hills of Colgate, Wisconsin, to explore a hidden treasure of the local art scene: Spectacular Sculpture.
Meet Paul Bobrowitz, a former carpenter turned metal sculptor. Paul, is a visionary artist and has spent over three decades transforming industrial scrap, farm machinery, and found objects into a whimsical six-acre outdoor gallery.
Artist Reynaldo Hernández is a master of urban art and a renowned muralist. Through his eyes, we witness how a single brushstroke can transform a wall into a powerful narrative of community, heritage, and hope.
El artista Reynaldo Hernández, es un maestro del arte urbano y muralista de renombre. A través de sus ojos, somos testigos de cómo una sola pincelada puede transformar una pared en una poderosa narrativa ...
Returning to the program today is Wisconsin State Representative for the 8th District Sylvia Ortiz-Vélez to talk about a joint resolution honoring and recognizing the important contributions of Latino veterans from Wisconsin.
Hoy regresa al programa la Representante de la Legislatura de WI por el Distrito 8 th Sylvia Ortiz-Vélez para hablar sobre una resolución conjunta que honra y reconoce las importantes contr...
We are joined once again by Timothy Muth, an ACLU attorney, who is here to discuss the legal challenge against the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act and the mass deportations to El Salvador's notorious mega-prison.
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Big conversations start tonight on Black Nouveau. We’re spotlighting the 2025 MLK Jr. Speech Winner.
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"I Will Never Hurt You" – Brandon Payton-Carrillo & Roi Evans
Welcome to our world of love, trust, and reassurance. "I Will Never Hurt You" is a deeply intimate song that explores the beauty of connection and vulnerability in relationships. Created with a feeling of warmth, this track offers a promise of safety and unwavering commitment, no matter what the world throws your way.
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