In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes sit down with Grace Fuhr, Events Director at Historic Milwaukee, and Maria Gonçalves Ramos, Economic Development Specialist for Near West Side Partners, to explore the wonder of Doors Open Milwaukee, the annual event that unlocks the city’s most intriguing buildings and hidden spaces. Grace shares what makes this weekend so special, from its celebration of Milwaukee’s architectural beauty to the rare chance for the public to step inside historic landmarks and behind-the-scenes spaces. Hear her stories of remarkable discoveries, community connections and the passion that fuels this citywide tradition. Whether you’re a history buff, architecture enthusiast or simply love exploring Milwaukee in a new way, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

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Doors Open MKE - Joshing Around Milwaukee (Episode 77)

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes sit down with Drew Pond to dive into the story behind Stone Creek Coffee, one of the city’s most beloved coffee roasters and café destinations. Drew shares what makes Stone Creek stand out, from its meticulous roasting process and commitment to sustainability to the welcoming spaces that bring people together over a great cup of coffee. Hear his insights on building community through coffee, the craft behind every roast and the passion that fuels their mission. Whether you’re a devoted coffee enthusiast or simply love discovering local gems, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

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Stone Creek Coffee - Joshing Around Milwaukee (Episode 78)

QWERTYFEST MKE - Joshing Around Milwaukee (Episode 79)

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes sit down with Nancy Hernandez, who leads the Hispanic Collaborative initiative. She discusses the contributions and impact of the Latino community in Milwaukee, focusing on the Hispanic Well-being Index and efforts to improve education, business development, and economic diversity in the region.

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The Hispanic Collaborative - Joshing Around Milwaukee (Episode 80)

On this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes sit down with Gary Witt, president and CEO of Pabst Theater Group. He discusses his journey, his work developing local cultural venues and their importance to the community, and the diversity of events offered by Pabst Theater Group.

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Pabst Theater Group - Joshing Around Milwaukee (Episode 81)

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes sit down with Chef Dane Baldwin, owner of The Diplomat. He shares how his passion for cooking began at a gourmet grocery store and led to opening The Diplomat with his wife, Anna, in 2017. Baldwin explains the meaning behind the restaurant’s name and its evolving design, and the hosts note his 2022 James Beard Award, Top Chef appearance, and featured recipes in Milwaukee Flavor: The Cookbook.

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The Diplomat - Joshing Around Milwaukee (Episode 82)

This episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee features Milwaukee business leader Omar Shaikh, who takes us through his entrepreneurial journey—from running Sake Tumi to leading 3rd Street Market Hall and Carnevor today. He talks about his deep commitment to the community and how his ventures continue to shape Milwaukee’s culture and business scene.

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3rd Street Market Hall and Carnivore - Joshing Around Milwaukee (Episode 83)

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes are joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler, a proud Milwaukee resident and Visit Milwaukee partner. The conversation highlights the launch of “Ask LeRoy,” a new AI-powered app designed to serve as a virtual concierge and sales representative for the city.

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Ask LeRoy - Joshing Around Milwaukee (Episode 84)

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes are joined by Chad Bauman, Executive Director of the Milwaukee Repertory Theater, to discuss the incredible journey behind the newly opened Associated Theater Center — one of the largest theater complexes to open in the United States in the last decade.

Chad shares how this monumental project came to life after years of planning and perseverance, overcoming challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation, and even a 1,000-year flood. The conversation dives into the vision that brought the Associated Theater Center to Milwaukee’s Theater District, what it means for the city’s creative future, and how it cements Milwaukee’s reputation as a national leader in the performing arts.

🎭 Discover the stories, struggles, and triumphs behind Milwaukee’s newest cultural landmark.
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