Radio Milwaukee’s Community Stories expand into weekly podcast, “Uniquely Milwaukee”

MILWAUKEE (March 28, 2022) – 88Nine Radio Milwaukee (WYMS-88.9FM) is expanding its flagship Community Stories program into a full-length weekly podcast called “Uniquely Milwaukee,” the station announced on Monday.

The podcast launch is part of Radio Milwaukee’s 15th birthday celebrations this year, growing a program that has been a part of its mission-driven offerings since 2007. The first episode of “Uniquely Milwaukee” centers on bodegas in the city and is available on all major podcast streaming platforms.

“Community Stories are a beloved part of Radio Milwaukee. By expanding this content into a weekly thematic podcast, ‘Uniquely Milwaukee’ will greatly increase the amount of stories we’re able to share with listeners,” said Nate Imig, Radio Milwaukee’s Director of Content.

“Uniquely Milwaukee” will be hosted by Radio Milwaukee’s Audio Storyteller, Salam Fatayer. A Palestine native, Salam grew up on Milwaukee’s south side until her family relocated back to Palestine when she was in 6th grade.

“Spending my formative years in the occupied territories of Palestine really ignited my passion for storytelling,” shared Fatayer. “It’s an honor to share someone’s story and give listeners authentic perspectives from different viewpoints.”

Salam returned to Milwaukee in 2012 and attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She joined the Radio Milwaukee team as an intern in 2019 and has held her current position since August 2021.

Imig will serve as the Executive Producer for “Uniquely Milwaukee.” With over a decade of experience leading Radio Milwaukee’s Community Stories program, Nate has produced hundreds of audio stories for the station and its website. Imig also served as the Executive Producer for Radio Milwaukee long-form podcasts “Backspin,” “By Every Measure,” and two seasons of “Diverse Disruptors.”

In addition to the weekly podcast episodes, “Uniquely Milwaukee” will encompass the on-air stories heard on daily 88.9FM and weekly website posts on www.radiomilwaukee.org. New episodes of the podcast will drop each Monday.

“The podcast’s tagline is ‘stories that stick with you’ and that really is our barometer for success with this content – we want listeners to hear these stories and broaden their perspectives,” said Imig. “We want this podcast to push people outside of their comfort zones to take action, try something new or connect with another person.”

About 88Nine Radio Milwaukee
88Nine Radio Milwaukee (WYMS-FM 88.9) has been a positive force for Milwaukee on air, online and in the community since its 2007 launch. Through its creative programming and content, non-commercial Radio Milwaukee utilizes a multimedia platform for creating a better, more inclusive and engaged community. The station broadcasts and streams a unique blend of musical styles, including at least one song by a Milwaukee artist each hour, and Uniquely Milwaukee stories that foster engagement and positive change. The award-winning station receives the majority of its financial support from its 6,000 contributing members, more than 150 underwriters and 25 foundations. The station runs a separate 24/7 all-Milwaukee music HD2 broadcast channel and web stream available on HD2 radios and at 414Music.fm online. Learn more about 88Nine and stream the station at http://www.RadioMilwaukee.org or via the 88Nine mobile app.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.