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EPISODE · Sep 5, 2025 · 9 MIN

An artist's love letter to Milwaukee paleteros

from Lake Effect Spotlight · host WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

There may be no more iconic sound on the south side of Milwaukee than the bells from a paletero’s cart. Those are the street vendors who sell paletas, or popsicles. But have you ever wondered, what is the job like? And who does it?Paula Lovo is a Milwaukee artist and educator who grew up on the south side and documented a paletero's story. She also shares her love of paleteros and their connection to the community she grew up in.

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