Newsmakers "Newsmakers" is a weekly news and current affairs talk show hosted by Hope Kirwan and produced by John Davis and Mary Meehan-Strub. Interviews on the program explore politics, education, the environment and other issues relevant to the La Crosse, Wisconsin area.
Newsmakers

Newsmakers

From Wisconsin Public Radio

"Newsmakers" is a weekly news and current affairs talk show hosted by Hope Kirwan and produced by John Davis and Mary Meehan-Strub. Interviews on the program explore politics, education, the environment and other issues relevant to the La Crosse, Wisconsin area.

Most Recent Episodes

La Crosse Symphony celebrates 125th season

La Crosse Symphony celebrates 125th season

The La Crosse Symphony Orchestra is celebrating 125 years of music in the Coulee Region and beyond. Maestro Alexander Platt joins "Newsmakers."

La Crosse Symphony celebrates 125th season

PSC considers Xcel energy rate hike

PSC considers Xcel energy rate hike

The Wisconsin Public Service Commission is considering a requested rate increase by Xcel Energy in southwestern Wisconsin.

Coon Creek Watershed celebrated at 90th anniversary

Coon Creek Watershed celebrated at 90th anniversary

The Coon Creek Watershed was established 90 years ago, becoming a conservation model throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

Coon Creek Watershed celebrated at 90th anniversary

New York-based jazz artist comes home for annual concert

New York-based jazz artist comes home for annual concert

La Crosse native and New York-based jazz pianist Dave Marck returns home for his annual free concert at Viterbo University.

New York-based jazz artist comes home for annual concert

La Crosse band Mr. Blink honored with WAMI award

La Crosse band Mr. Blink honored with WAMI award

Mr. Blink, a La Crosse band with more than 30 years behind them, has won a WAMI award for their new album, "Shine."

La Crosse band Mr. Blink honored with WAMI award

Addiction recovery help is available

Addiction recovery help is available

Addiction recovery help is available. One advocate recommends La Crosse area residents call 2-1-1 for assistance.

Schizophrenia's effect on a Wisconsin family

Schizophrenia's effect on a Wisconsin family

Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe brain disorder that interferes with the ability to think, feel and behave clearly. Shereen Siewert welcomes Stevens Point author Kenneth Farmer, a retired public defender and prosecutor to discuss his new book, Lee.

Schizophrenia's effect on a Wisconsin family

Story of Cuban refugees in La Crosse honored with journalism award

Story of Cuban refugees in La Crosse honored with journalism award

Hosts Maureen McCollum and Omar Granados join us to talk about "WPR Reports: Uprooted." The award-winning podcast tells the story of Cuban refugees who settled in the La Crosse area.

Story of Cuban refugees in La Crosse honored with journalism award