Experience Milwaukee

Islands of Brilliance: Creative Programs for Neurodivergent Students

"In this episode, Steve sits down with Mark Fairbanks, Cofounder & Executive Director of Islands of BrillianceTalking points include: Neurodiversity, Special Interest Focusing, Program Growth, and Trains!Special thank you to local Milwaukee band Paper Valley for their track "Breakaway" - check them out at https://open.spotify.com/artist/4lsijeS7nxgLPGdqnsmmz4?si=f25NjrndTsO62Q-SuRYqnAEpisode edited by Stevie Salinas, Social Media & Content Director at Experience Milwaukee"

Talking all things MKE with the Milwaukee Admirals plus our new partnership with them!

In this episode, Steve and Adam sit down with Charlie Connelly, Manager of Corporate Partnerships & Fulfillment for your Milwaukee Admirals.Talking points include: Cortados, Collaboration, Coaching Sports, and Crappy Gifts!Special thank you to local Milwaukee band Paper Valley for their track "Breakaway" - check them out at https://open.spotify.com/artist/4lsijeS7nxgLPGdqnsmmz4?si=jYdWejRQTXuosgy2TO9L2gEpisode edited by Stevie Salinas, Social Media & Content Director at Experience Milwaukee

Innovation at Jockey with President and COO Mark Fedyk

In this episode, Steve sits down with Jockey President and Chief Operating Officer, Mark Fedyk.Recorded live at the brand-new Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood, this episode delivers an inspiring look at how one of Wisconsin’s long standing brands continues to innovate like a startup.Mark breaks down how Jockey defines innovation—not just as a process, but as a mindset woven into its nearly 150-year DNA. From “routine” updates to “disruptive” and even radical innovation, the company keeps close to its customers through data, insights, and an enduring human touch.We also learn that through connection to community, legacy and innovation can coexist. The conversation is both humorous yet insightful, exploring how a heritage brand stays fresh, relevant, and ready for what’s next.Experience Milwaukee is presented by Habush Habush & Rottier, VISIT Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Admirals, nvisia, Summerfest, and Crescent 9 THC Seltzers and our official beer partner is New Barons Brewing Cooperative.Thanks for listening.Love you, Milwaukee.

The inside scoop on Doors Open Milwaukee September 27-28

In this episode, Steve and Adam dive into one of Milwaukee's most beloved annual traditions - Doors Open Milwaukee - celebrating its 15th anniversary this September 27th and 28th. They're joined by Grace from Historic Milwaukee, who coordinates this incredible event that opens more than 150 locations across the city for free public tours, from private clubs like the Wisconsin Club to neighborhood gems you'd never normally see inside. They also chat with Jeff from Milwaukee Fashion Week about how their fashion showcase is partnering with Doors Open at City Hall's rotunda, and CK from Villa Arco, the stunning former funeral home turned event space and art gallery. Whether you're interested in historic architecture, local fashion, or discovering the hidden stories behind Milwaukee's most intriguing buildings, this episode has something for everyone ready to explore our city.For more information on Doors Open Milwaukee: https://historicmilwaukee.org/doors-openExperience Milwaukee is presented by Habush Habush & Rottier, VISIT Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Admirals, nvisia, Summerfest, and Crescent 9 THC Seltzers and our official beer partner is New Barons Brewing Cooperative.Thanks for listening.Love you, Milwaukee.

How Dementia Expert John DenBoer is Building Wisconsin's Next Venture Studio

John DenBoer grew up in Waukesha raised by his mom and grandmother, which sparked his lifelong passion for working with older adults - he eventually became a geriatric neuropsychologist specializing in detecting dementia way before symptoms show up. After studying at places like Harvard and building a successful digital health company out west, he and his wife decided to make Milwaukee home (funny how he had to move to Phoenix to meet someone from down the road!).Now he's launching a venture studio to find and support game-changing technologies to tackle big problems - think dementia, farm tech, water, and more. Which really hits home here in Wisconsin. This podcast series is going to follow John and his team as they build the venture studio from the ground up, working with some heavy hitters in the Milwaukee startup scene.