1/5/26 5PM: Happy Alpha-versary

The second half of the show dives into the realities shaping Milwaukee in 2026 — from rising parking costs and a new city slogan to political shakeups and tragic weekend violence. Dr. Ken breaks down why we struggle so much with criticism and asks whether every uncomfortable truth deserves to be dismissed as racism. The conversation heats up around DEI in entertainment after Bill Maher and Tim Allen criticize its impact on creativity, sparking debate about whether inclusion helps or hurts storytelling. With shout-outs to Alpha Phi Alpha’s milestone anniversary and early wrap-up for Panthers basketball, Dr. Ken closes the show reminding listeners that growth — personal or cultural — always comes with a cost.