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A hen named Milwaukee
A silkie chicken, to be exact. Today, Mark chats with "Milwaukee" and Jessica Lane of Cream City Hens about the benefits of backyard henkeeping.
May 5th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Building communities, one garden at a time
Through the Victory Garden Initiative, Gretchen Mead uses urban agriculture to connect people to sustainable food sources, and in turn, to each other.
Apr 28th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Domestic Violence: A survivor’s story
After decades of experiencing violence in the home, Jenissee Volpintesta was able to break the cycle of abuse for her family. Today, she shares her story.
Apr 21st, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
The psychology of domestic abuse
How much does environment inform behavior? Social worker Cathy Arney explains how gender roles, societal messages and abuse at home affect the cycle of violence.
Apr 14th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Breaking the chain of domestic violence
Daystar Inc.'s long-term transitional home offers shelter and resources to battered women, helping them to become financially stable and emotionally independent.
Apr 7th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Creating a safe place for victims of domestic abuse
In 2009, domestic violence rates reached a 10-year high. In Milwaukee, the Sojourner Family Peace Center works to aid victims and end violence through education.
Mar 31st, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Helping students reach their true potential
Mark talks with MPS teacher Ralph Janes about how theater and the arts are powerful tools for creating autonomous, high-achieving students.
Mar 24th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Using the arts to address the whole child
As programs are stripped from schools, Christina Ratatori uses A.R.T. to collaborate with teachers, artists and students to get the arts back in education.
Mar 17th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
A “Mad Hot” approach to arts education
Danceworks Executive Director Deborah Farris explains how ballroom dance helps to build confidence and leadership in Milwaukee's underprivileged students.
Mar 10th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
“Teaching life skills through stage skills”
As schools are forced to cut back, First Stage Children's Theater and Academy offers a creative outlet for students, fostering empowerment through the arts.
Mar 3rd, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Making the case for arts in education
At the height of Wisconsin's budget crisis, we explore the role of art in education - both in and out of the classroom - starting with Arts@Large.
Feb 24th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
Plan your death well
Dr. Bruce Wilson joins Mark again this week, with advice about planning your death, and the potential consequences if you don't.
Feb 17th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
