Bird on a Wire

In this heartwarming story, Liam Zamzow, age 10, shares what it is like to be born with hearing loss. According to Liam, it’s part of who he is.  He says, “I am just a normal 4th grader.”  Learn how Hear Wisconsin provided much-needed services for the whole family. Many of us at some point in our lives […]

Sat Nov 4, 2023

48:43

In this entertaining podcast, you can listen to creative ways the Raging Grannies highlight issues of justice and safety through song.  I could not help but join in the singing.  Activism happens in many ways and at any age. These dynamic women share how they work to make the world better for our kids and grandkids. 

Sat Oct 28, 2023

43:04

Alex Lasry ran for US Senate because he wants to get things done for Wisconsinites. He helped build the new Milwaukee Bucks arena, helped build a championship team and helped revitalize downtown by creating the Deer District. During the Obama years he worked as a staffer at the White House. Now he plans to play […]

Sat Oct 21, 2023

51:39

Attorney General Josh Kaul on Safety, Justice, and Freedom In this episode AG Kaul lays out his vision for protecting our freedoms and keeping us safe. Important issues include ending gun violence, protecting women’s rights, restoring power to voters through fair maps and more.  He promotes civic engagement and stands up for our rights every day.

Sat Oct 14, 2023

41:08

Kate Duffy and Erin Phillips organized Moms for Mandela after the horrific shooting in Uvalde Texas. It was time to get involved if they were going to keep their children safe. Within a few months they had more than 1000 followers on Instagram.  After Mandela lost they transformed to Motherhood for Good and today they have […]

Guests: Erin Phillips, Kate Duffy

Sat Oct 7, 2023

51:32

“Meet Garrett Smith, a remarkable US Navy Veteran who defied the odds when he was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) during his military service. Doctors initially gave him a grim prognosis of six to 18 months to live, but here he is, more than six years later, sharing his incredible journey. Despite losing the […]

Sat Sep 23, 2023

44:41

Sarah Blonsky, mom, teacher and advocate for persons with disabilities tells her story about difficult pregnancies: losing her first child, having a child with down syndrome, losing her third child, a daughter, and having her fourth child, her second daughter. Having the choice available to have an abortion should she need it made all the […]

Sat Sep 16, 2023

53:50

  In this episode Quin Brunette talks about the challenges and triumphs of serving on the School Board. The District is in a better place than when he started twelve years ago, but the recent takeover by outside groups has him concerned.  How do we stop the efforts that might undermine public education?  How can […]

Sat Sep 9, 2023

50:12

All five Bird brothers served in the military at different times.  After enlisting John became ill with Guillain-Barre syndrome. Phil and Joe served in Vietnam. As is typical, they never talked much about their experiences together. In this episode, they share their stories and talk about the life-long impact of serving in the military.  Learn the […]

Sat Sep 2, 2023

47:07

Tanya Atkinson is the president & CEO of Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, a nonprofit health care provider.  A social worker (and stand-up comedian), Tanya began her career working with youth (and in tiny comedy clubs).  She has volunteered for a number of area nonprofits, and is currently on the board of The Lesbian Fund, a […]

Sat Aug 26, 2023

54:39