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EPISODE · Aug 12, 2026 · 1H 9M

Pat McCurdy & Peter Noone + a Wisconsin State Fair history lesson

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Go behind the scenes of the Wisconsin State Fair with Sandy Maxx on What’s On Tap. State Fair archivist Tom Zimmerman shares stories of the fair’s history, traditions and memorable moments. Peter Noone of Herman’s Hermits talks about his legendary career, the British Invasion, the Cavern Club and performing at the fair. Plus, Milwaukee music legend Pat McCurdy discusses his musical influences, Kids From Wisconsin, his new album and the documentary Bright, Beautiful World: The Infectious Joy of Pat McCurdy. Sandy also explores State Fair-exclusive beers, Wisconsin’s 100- and 150-year farms, and former Milwaukee Bucks coach Don Nelson’s Nellie’s Farm Fund.

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