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Theater for the people
Mark catches up with Dave Begel to have a conversation about local theater, and how to open up the Milwaukee arts scene to a broader audience.
Aug 11th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Live action superheroes dominating a theatre near you
In 2011 alone, 12 comic book adaptations are slated to debut on the big screen. This week, comic connoisseur John Steib explores comic book history and the super hero phenomenon.
Jul 21st, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
At the movies with Gino Salomone
Movie critic Gino Salomone makes a living traveling the world, seeing films and interviewing the stars. Today, he shares some of his best (and worst) interviews and talks about his faux engagement to Sandra Bullock.
Jul 14th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Whatever happened to the Comedy Stage?
In its heyday, Summerfest's now-defunct Comedy Pavilion hosted some of the country's best comedians. Former stage manager David 'Punky' Wastak reminisces on the good old days.
Jul 7th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Semi-Twang, rebooted
Before taking the stage at Summerfest, Semi-Twang frontman John Sieger drops in to chat about the inception and revival of one of Milwaukee's great alt-country bands.
Jun 30th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Countdown to the Big Gig
11 days, 600 bands. Are you ready for Summerfest? VP of Entertainment Bob Babisch offers a taste of the world's largest music festival in 2011.
Jun 23rd, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
The Riverwest 24 – Community on two wheels
In July 600 cyclists will tour the streets of Riverwest as part of an exercise in stamina and camaraderie. Today, organizers discuss the origins of this fast-growing community event.
Jun 16th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Ladies who ride: The Bella Donnas
The founders of Milwaukee's latest all-female cycling club chat about how The Bella Donnas use biking to challenge themselves -- and the status quo.
Jun 9th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Bike to Work with The Bicycle Federation
It's almost Bike to Work Week, and the Bike Fed wants to get Milwaukee out on two wheels. Today, Exec. Director Kevin Hardman talks about how first pedal is often the hardest.
Jun 2nd, 2011 by Third Coast Daily
A view of Milwaukee on two wheels
The city's Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator Dave Schlabowske talks about plans for a more bike-friendly Milwaukee and the benefits of experiencing our fair city on two wheels.
May 26th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Small behaviors, big change
Want to save the planet? Environmental stewardship begins with you. Ken Leinbach of the Urban Ecology Center talks about how simple behaviors can have a huge impact.
May 19th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
The buzz on urban beekeeping
Honeybees play a vital role in the food system, but they are in peril. Today, Beepods co-founder Charlie Koenen talks about how saving the bees can potentially save the world.
May 12th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
