Milwaukee Uncut

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Milwaukee Uncut

The podcast that brings you closer to the city of Milwaukee by highlighting entertaining, uncut stories from Milwaukee legends and uncovering the restaurants, bars, spots and events around the city you need to check out! Milwaukee Uncut is hosted by Richie Burke and produced by Story Mark Studios. Located in the heart of Walker's Point, our Milwaukee roots run deep.

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    Milwaukee Moms Guide w/ Monica Jurken, Alysha Newby, and Allison Steinhafel

    Mother’s Day is on Sunday, and if you haven’t thought about what you’re going to do for the leading lady in your life, today’s episode should give you some ideas. We’ve got three amazing moms joining us for a conversation on all things motherhood. Okay… maybe not all things. But, they’ll be sharing some of their biggest lessons learned as moms, funny things kids do, and how to treat the moms in your life right. Think spas, gifts, date nights, and more.We’re joined by Monica Jurken, Alysha Newby, and Allison Steinhafel as we dive into what it takes to be a full-time mom while balancing careers and maintaining their lifestyles.Topics covered:Biggest surprises about motherhoodThings they got wrongFunny things kids do that they can’t laugh atFavorite thing about being a momWhat Milwaukee moms’ like: Mother’s Day gifts, favorite spas, kids activities, date night spots & favorite woman-owned businesses in the area

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    Patrick O’Donnell: 25 Years as a Milwaukee Cop with Stories You Won’t Believe

    Is Milwaukee one of the toughest cities to be a cop in? Former Milwaukee Police Sergeant who spent 25 years on the force joins us today and he’s got some stories that you are going to find hard to believe.We go over:If Milwaukee is a difficult city to be a cop in What he’d change about Milwaukee Several near death experiences on the job Craziest call he’s ever received How not to act with the police What people get wrong about cops

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    Christian Yelich on Milwaukee, Chasing a World Series, Ueck Memories, Playing for Murph, the Beer Chugoff and the Home Plate Charity Concert Returns

    When Christian Yelich got traded to Milwaukee he didn’t know what to expect. He didn’t know any players on the team and his car got snowed in his first week in town. A warm welcome for a California guy coming from Miami. Since then it’s been an incredible run. He won the NL MVP his first year here, the Brewers have made the playoffs in 7 of the last 8 seasons, he’s made several all-star games and has become one of the most beloved athletes in Wisconsin. Off the field, his Home Plate Charity Concert has raised over $250,000 and is back again this May. Tickets ---> https://www.yeli22concert.com/But the job’s not finished. After experiencing the NLCS twice Yelich is still chasing bringing a World Series in Milwaukee. On this episode we cover: The Yelich Home Plate Charity Concert Getting traded to Milwaukee & winning NL MVPMemories with Bob Uecker Blocking out the noise over a 162 game season  His famous beer chug off with Bakhitari and Aaron Rodgers What a World Series would mean to him and the city The Murph/Counsell transition and playing for Murph Favorite Brewers Memories And more 

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    The 100 Year Story of Sendik's with Ted Balistreri

    How did a business go from a produce cart to an iconic Milwaukee area brand with 17 locations that donates hundreds of thousands of dollars a year to charity?Today we sat down with co-Owner and third generation family member Ted Balistreri to go over:Sendik's backstory Ted's early days at Sendik's Expansion in the 70s Biggest obstacles Continued growth Building culture Why local The legend of Pappa Fallucca How to spend $50 on a meal for your family New Whitefish Bay store

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    Inside the Milwaukee Film Festival & the MKE Creative Scene w/ Jolee Mallmann & Alyssa Borkowski

    The Milwaukee Film Festival kicks off its 18th year next week! What’s on tap this year and how did it start? We also dive inside the Milwaukee film and creative scene:Backstory of the MKE Film Festival Is the Milwaukee film community slept on? Wisconsin is the lowest state for arts funding Craziest set experience Working on Top Chef Best places to film Why Milwaukee? Favorite moments

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    Cam Ebben & Nick Fallucca: Wisconsin's Next Racing Star??

    What's it like going 150mph neck and neck with other drivers? How about taking down 74,000+ people in one competition? Best places to race or ride go-karts in Wisconsin? We cover it all and more on this week's fun episode with Cam Ebben and Nick Falluccaa.Cam Ebben:14 time iRacing World Champion Multiple Spec MX-5 Race Winner2021 Wisconsin State Karting Champion2023 SCCA First Gear Mazda Challenge ChampionWisconsin Native from Appleton Only 22 Nick FalluccaPalermo’s Pizza Chief Product & Innovation Officer Owner of Ember Social in Grafton Good friend & Has survived multiple vacations with E Sports legend Brandon TschacherClub races regionally

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    Bre & Richie: The Story Behind Milwaukee Uncut on the Joshing Around Milwaukee Podcast

    How has Milwaukee Uncut happened? We got to sit down with Josh Albrecht and..... Josh Albrecht on the Joshing Around Milwaukee Podcast to talk all things Milwaukee Uncut, the growth and our favorite spots around the city. We had a great time so decided to run it on here as well.Make sure to check out Joshing Around for more great Milwaukee content!https://www.visitmilwaukee.org/good-things-brewing/joshing-around-milwaukee/

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    Steve "Saz" Sazama: From a bartender with a small loan to building an iconic Milwaukee brand

    Retail, Catering, Festivals, Venue's and of course the State House. Saz's is a Milwaukee power house of a brand.... but how did it all start? The origin story may surprise you. We sat down with the legendary Steve "Saz" Sazama who started Saz's with a $10,000 loan 50 years ago and has turned it into an iconic Milwaukee company with over 800 employees every summer. Saz's upbringing Business origin story Almost going broke several times while expanding Stories with Don Nelson, Robin Yount and more The creation of Saz's mozzarella sticks and sour cream & chive fries Giving back and life advice 

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    Orey Laev: The Story of Ray's Wine & Spirits, Best Bottles Under $30, Craziest Alcohol Purchase Witnessed and Industry Trends

    Interested in an Wisconsin Business Story? Enjoy having a cocktail or three? We've got a great episode for you!We sit down with Orey Laev, owner of Ray's Liquor (Tosa and now Mequon) and discuss:Ray's origin story starting in the 1960s, it's growth and recent expansion Inside running a liquor storeCraziest alcohol purchase witnessed Best bottles under $30 Industry trends More To check out Ray's: https://www.rayswine.com/

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    Dating in Milwaukee: A Cougar Hunt, Date with a Musician gone wrong and a kidney stone issue…

    We kick things off with some stories from Marleigh and then we get into the callers which included a date with a guy who had a kidney stone, an eventful date with a musician and a cougar hunt in North Dakota with Pat from the Crash Dummies. Dating in Milwaukee is presented by Kesslers Diamonds

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    Lillwaukee: Where to eat around Milwaukee, rise as a content creator, meeting Husband Joe (it all started at McGillycuddy’s) and more!

    One of the most beloved food creators in the city, Lillwaukee, joins us for a fun one! We go over: Her backstory & love for food Where her name came from Her start as a content creator and taking off Advice to aspiring creators Date spots Ethnic restaurants Joe & Lilly’s love story (it started at McGillycuddy’s)Top burgers & sandwiches 

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    David Koechner: SNL, The Office, Anchorman and trying the CRAZIEST Wisconsin Foods live from Drink Wisconsinbly Pub

    He played the iconic character Todd Packer & Champ Kind. He was at Second City with Chris Farley, Amy Poehler, and Steve Carell and has appeared in over 200 movies and different shows, most notably SNL, The Office, and Anchorman. Actor & Comedian David Koechner was nice enough to join us at Drink Wisconsinbly Pub when he was in town performing at the Improv In Brookfield this past weekend. We talked: Packers/Chiefs Growing up in the Midwest Second City with Steve Carell, Chris Farley and Amy PoehlerTrying the Cream Puff and other crazy WI foods Unknown stories from The Office Working with Will Ferrell Not getting a hair transplant Best comic he's worked with Favorite show What he thinks of Milwaukee 

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    Dating in MKE (pt 1): Bowling Date Gone Wrong, Finding Love at McGillycuddy's, Best Date Spots and more....

    Some call-ins you won't believe including a bowling date gone very wrong, Lillwaukee finding love at McGillycuddy's (then blocking him....and then marrying him), top date spots in Milwaukee and a whole lot more.Joined by Erica & Marleigh for part 1 and we'll be back on Friday for part 2... it was so good we needed more than one episode

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    Wisconsin Golf: David Roesch, Jack Schultz & Paul Seifert of WiscoGolf Addict

    If you like golf we’ve got an amazing episode for you with WI Golf HOFer David Roesch who was once leading the US Open at Shinnecock, Amateur legend Jack Schultz and Paul Seifert Founder of WiscoGolf AddictWe go overRoesch prepping for the Senior PGA coming up What ams can work on in the off season Jack’s rise up Wisconsin circuit Paul's highlights from the year And then get into some golf Wisconsin questions: Favorite courses under $75Best holes in the state As well as worst holes in the area - that was a good conversation

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    Wisco Dive Bar Jared: The Untold Stories from Visiting 1,100+ Dive Bars across Wisconsin

    He took down 73 beers this summer at Country Boom, he’s reviewed over 1,100 dive bars across Wisconsin in the last 4 years, he has his own vodka and is an absolute legend, a friend and one of the hardest working men in the Wisconsin content game: We talk about: Why did you start the account?/first bar  Did you think it would be anything? First “wow this could be something moment” Typical weekend/work flow Favorite part of the state to visit?/favorite stretch Trip to Lacrosse? Craziest things you’ve seen in a dive bar? Or stories you’ve heard? Best Dive bar food? Craziest dive bars you’ve been to? Places you want to hit but haven’t Any wild fan interactions/getting recognized Northern WI favorites Milwaukee area Favorites What makes a great dive bar? 

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    Admirals Rookies (and roommates) first year in MKE: Andrew Gibson, Oasiz Wiesblatt, Tanner Molendyk,

    Three Canadian Admirals Rookies and roommates in the Third Ward on the squad this year experiencing Milwaukee for the first time. We’ve got Tanner Molendyk Andrew Gibson Oasiz Wiesblatt We talk about: First impressions of Milwaukee Who is friendlier Canadians or Milwaukeeans Their backstories and adjusting from juniors to the AHL Teammate they’d want in a bar fight Teammate they would not let date their sister We got into some roommate questions Best fan interactions Talked about the rookie party in Madison and more 

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    Gabriele Fuggetta: Touring with Wiz Khalifa, Untold stories from the RAVE, emigrating from Italy and the Milwaukee Music Scene

    An Italian exchange student gets sent home after throwing a house party in Green Bay at 16 while his host Mom was out for the night (legal in Italy… not in America).That turned out to be foreshadowing.Gabrielle eventually made his way back to Green Bay for college, launched a nightclub that became a Packers-player hotspot, then ran artist relations at The Rave, produced Milwaukee’s biggest New Year’s Eve parties, and recently toured with Wiz Khalifa — with another tour coming up soon.This episode is packed with wild stories and a real conversation about his love for Milwaukee and why he’s stayed.Co-hosted by Tommy and Sunny. 

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    Make '26 Your BEST Year with Performance Consultant to the World's Top Performers, Dr Raymond Prior

    Kick off the new year with a deep dive into the psychology behind how we actually change. This episode breaks down the mental drivers behind everyday habits and why some resolutions stick while others fall apart. If you want to start the year feeling focused, grounded, and intentional, you will want to tune in. Raymond Prior, Ph.D. is one of the most sought-after names in performance psychology by the world’s best performers. He has worked with golf major champions, olympians, CEOs, musicians and performers on the highest level, he is the author of the book “Golf Beneath the Surface”This is not surface level information. We go beneath the surface and into the psychology on:Goal SettingAnxietyMindfullnessCaffeineCold ExposureDietingSleep

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    Our Wisconsin '25 Recap w/ The Cabin's Andrea Boehlke & Megan

    In this episode Bre and I joined our good friend former Survivor star and legendary character on this podcast as well Andrea Boehlke and her co-host Meghan on their show The Cabin with Discover Wisconsin for a 2025 recap episode we go over: The Cow Chip toss Favorite Wisconsin hidden gems MKE date spots WI staycations and getaways Best WI Cities And 2026 Bucket List 

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    Midwest Meg: Rising Content Creator, Interviewing Hugh Jackman, Favorite Midwest spots and more!

    Today we got to sit down with one of our favorite rising midwest content creators, hailing all the way from the exotic city of Stallis- one of our favorite places -- Midwest Meg. She has really taken off over the last 6 months. She had less than 1,000 followers in August and now has over 40,000 and even did a clip with Hugh Jackman while he was in town a couple weeks ago that has gotten millions of views: We talk about: Her start and how she’s grown her pages The Hugh Jackman interview Mental health and she has been open about some of her strugglesHer biggest breaks  And some favorite Midwest spots and foods And we’ve even got a little segment with Kohl’s coming up -- Bre and I got to go to the Holiday game last Thursday and even ran into Charlie Berens so he has some advice coming up for those…. like me who haven’t started shopping yet. 

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    LeRoy Butler & Gary Ellerson: Untold Packer Stories and More...

    We needed some fun Packer stories to uplift us after last week, and our studio got hit with a monsoon (more on that). So, we've decided to release one of our favorites from a year ago with LeRoy Butler.We cover:LeRoy's biggest fears & pet peeves (Richie approves)Jordan Love vs Aaron RodgersLegendary/untold Packers stories

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    Dating in Milwaukee: Holiday Edition w/ Erica, Bre, Marleigh and Chef Adam Pawlak

    Wondering how to navigate dating around the Holidays, what to do if you're kinda seeing someone or if your a single guy like our friend Nate Moodie- how you go in for that magical NYE kiss... we've got you covered.We also have a few call ins you're not going to want to miss.Dating in Milwaukee is presented by Kesslers Diamonds

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    Your Milwaukee Winter Guide (events, activities & gems) w/ Claire from Visit Milwaukee

    Looking for what to do this winter? We've got you covered. In this episode we talk: Must check out December events Holiday Lights Hidden Gems in and around MKE NYE Hotel Month coming up 

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    Mayor Tommy Violet & Sunny Lou: Craziest Fan Interactions, Tommy onDating Apps, Rise of 'There it is', Fan Questions and more!

    Is Tommy the most famous person in Milwaukee? We're not sure but he is back on the dating apps (and got flagged for impersoniation). We talk life post 2 million streams on "There It is!" including: Craziest fan interactions Is Tommy the most famous person Lex's performance review Tommy's DMs Library & Mayor collaborations Fan questions Dream Collabs 

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    Sophia Minnaert: Bob Uecker, Pocket Pancakes, Fav Brewers & Bucks stories, and more

    You probably know her from her sideline reporting but the 2x Emmy Winner & the '24 Wisconsin Sportscaster of the Year (Ps: The First Woman to Win the award) has an amazing backstory and a lot of great Bucks and Brewers stories to tell. We cover: Her upbringing in MadisonInterning at ESPN and how she broke through Women in sports media Her time with the Bucks -- For those who don’t remember Sophia used to work for the Brewers and the Bucks so she was there when Giannis arrived in 2013 Then we talk a lot of Brewers Her relationship with Bob Uecker Craig Counsell leaving and Pat Murphy stepping in Favorite memories with the team Favorite MLB parks and some fan submitted questions. Stay in the know and join 38,000 other Milwaukee insiders and sign up for our 2x weekly newsletter here: https://milwaukeeuncut.com/

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    New MKE based org Next 18: Raises over $1M & Helps 374 Vets and First Responders in just 4 years

    Army Veteran Matt McDonnell nearly ended his life, instead, he started an organization that in its first four years, has raised over $1M and helped 374 Veterans and First Responders using the game of golf as a catalyst to provide mental wellness education to veterans and first responders.It’s an incredible story about a grassroots Milwaukee organization on a rapid growth trajectory that has landed partnerships with Fan Duel, the PGA Tour and Edward Jones Financial just to name a few. More importantly, it is making a lasting impact on Veterans, First Responders, and their families and friends. In this episode, we are joined by Matt McDonnell - Army Vet and Founder, Joel Correa - Marine Vet and Milwaukee Fire Department, and Anthony Zidek -Milwaukee Fire Department.We Discuss: Matt’s backstory How Next18 came to be Vets & First Responders dealing with trauma The first camp How Next18 is different than other camps and organizations The lasting impact on families Biggest misconceptions of Vets and First Responders 

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    Dating in Milwaukee: Best Places to Meet Women, Shocking Call-ins, Bomb Strategy and more with Erica, Bre, Marleigh and Chef Adam Pawlak

    Navigating being single in Small-waukee isn’t always easy, but don’t worry we have some advice. Is it good? maybe, but we can guarantee the entertainment value is there on this week's episode of Milwaukee Uncut, we cover: Life updates from Marleigh and Erica Meeting guys in bars Bars and coffee shops guys should go to meet women Is Milwaukee a tough dating market? Marleigh shooting down a younger guy who may be traumatized Wolf’s timeless bomb strategy Dating in the winter/over the holidays Call-in: Women brings another man to the date Call-in: A flowers story you will not believe The Chef crashes the show 

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    Bucks President Peter Feigin on the Crazy Offseason + New Look Team, Best Giannis Story, Coming to Milwaukee from New York and Building the Deer District and an NBA Champion Team

    Peter took over as team President following a 15-67 season. The team played in the Bradley Center, there was no Deer District and they hadn’t made it past the first round of the playoffs in 13 years. Four years later the Fiserv opened, three years after the Larry O’Brien trophy made its way to Milwaukee for the first time in 50 years (since 1971). Peter has an amazing backstory and some hilarious untold Bucks stories we cover: First impressions of coming to Milwaukee in 2014 Creating the Fiserv and the Deer District Running marketing for Madison Square Garden in his 20s The crazy Bucks offseason and NBA free agency Best Giannis story Wildest complaint at the Fiserv Sean Cullen Favorite story from the finals run Join 40,000 Milwaukee insiders and sign up for our newsletter: https://milwaukeeuncut.com/

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    Bre & Richie on Midwest Legends and a Milwaukee Uncut Q&A

    Richie asked Bre out where? Do they get sick of going to tailgates? What’s in store for Milwaukee Uncut in 26’? Just a few of the questions answered on this episode. First Richie and Bre take some questions and next is a segment from Rusell Nicolet’s new podcast Midwest Legends from when Bre and Richie were on last week. Topics covered: Should Bre start picking out Richie’s clothes each day?How was Michigan? Do you get sick of going to tailgates? Favorite Milwaukee Uncut video or Memory? Goal of Uncut in 26? Midwest Legends: Richie and Russel bond over disliking certain midwest foods How Bre and Richie started officially dating Midwest boot camp Menomonie, WI Dive bars and Packer games 

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    Inside “No Packers. No Life.” - A New Doc About the Japanese Packers Cheering Team’s Journey to Title Town

    If you’re a Packer Fan and curious what it’s like to host 20+ rabid Japanese Packer fans in Green Bay, WI this is a great one for you. I’m joined by the creators of the “No Packers. No Life” Documentary: Entrepreneur Ty Morse and YouTube sensation Craig Benzine. We discuss: How Ty discovered Packer fans in Japan Hosting the Japanese Packers Cheering squad in Green Bay The legendary Luke Larson’s appearance How the doc came to be Biggest learning lessons from the experience 

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    Dating in Milwaukee: Hard to believe call-ins, favorite date spots & the Red Rock Dating Show is Back. Presented by Kesslers Diamonds!

    A caller who met someone on Reddit has a story that will blow your mind. An intriguing update from Daniel Slade who found love at a Great Clips Convention Red Rock stories and more! PS: The Red Rock Dating show “Love on the Rocks” is back on October 16th - sign up here:  https://posh.vip/e/love-on-the-rocks-3We’re joined by Quincy, Caden and Gracie from Red Rock we cover: “Love on the Rocks” returning Red Rock + bull riding stories Milwaukee red flags Favorite date spots Call ins Reddit man Daniel Salde If a guy knows all the bartenders on Brady street is it a bad sign? Gems of the week presented by Kesslers Diamonds: https://www.kesslersdiamonds.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoplWLiS92380OypvRZyHpriyWvDtrVSXTDcBFlJn801yfmpkQs4

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    Crazy Story Behind Oktoberfest in MKE, Top German Restaurants, Fish Frys and more!

    If you love some good Milwaukee history, beer, festivals, fish frys and… dive bars we’ve got a great one for you! Joined by Michael Sampson of Swarmm Events and Julian Kegel of Kegel’s Inn who have spearheaded the efforts to bring Milwaukee Oktoberfest to the Summerfest grounds for the first fulfilling Henry Maier’s prophecy from over 60 years ago (more on that). We discussThe backstory of Oktoberfest and what to expect this year Kegel’s Inn turns 100 Best stories from Munich Favorite Fish Fry in Wisconsin Must try German restaurants Dive bars 

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    Gary Witt & JR Lockwood: Incredible Stories behind the PABST Theater Group and Green Monké one of the fastest growing infused sodas in the country

    Interested in incredible business stories? How bout' the Milwaukee music scene? We've got you covered. Gary Witt who took the PABST Theater Group from one theater that was losing (a lot of) money back in 2002 to a group of 6 venues that now does over 800 shows a year in the Milwaukee area. JR Lockwood through a lot of trial & error and hustle has taken Green Monké from zero to a national leader in the hemp beverage category, available across the country and is now the official THC infused beverage partner of the PABST Theater Group. We cover: Origin story of the PABST Theater Group Origin story of Green Monké Why they came together JR's return to Milwaukee The Milwaukee Music scene and Gary's best stories What MKE can do better as a city And more! 

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    Milwaukee Fall Guide: Festivals, Road Trips, New Openings & Events w/ Claire from VISIT Milwaukee

    Looking for some awesome things to do in and around Milwaukee this fall? We've got you covered. Richie sits down with Claire from VISIT Milwaukee to cover: Festivals Wine & Harvest Fest - Cedarburg, Sep 20-21OktoberfestsMKE at Summerfest Grounds for the first time Germantown, Sept 27-28Cedarburg, Oct 4-5Bavarian Brew House Burlington, Oct 4Lake Geneva, Oct 11-12Harvest Fair at Wisconsin State Fair Park - Sept 26-28150th anniversary of the Milwaukee Fire Dept Events Milwaukee Uncut/CLRC New Berlin: Ultimate Fall Craft & Vendor Fair at New Berlin Ale House, Sept. 28Holy Hill Arts & Crafts Fair - Hubertus, Sep 20Sunday, September 21, Football Tailgate at Davidson ParkSouthside dining week September 27 - October 4 Zocalo Food Truck Park Sept 29 - 12pm - 3pm Oak Creek: Fall Festival at Drexel Town Square, Oct. 25Bay View Bash - Sep 20Milwaukee Flavor Live Cooking classes at Milwaukee Public MarketMilwaukee Theater Week Places/gems Fall Brewery Guide Basses Farms (pumpkin fest Sept 20 - Oct 31)Pack and Bushel The Elegant FarmerPotawatomi’s Sportsbook since it’s officially football season?Vm cookbook this fall! Perfect for gifting. New OpeningsWalker’s Point Mobcraft Banderas Your office Cassis - French Bistro (Water St.) - same owner as Birch (James-Beard nominated Kyle Knall)Associated Bank Theater Center Tosa Troll Little Road Trips Football: Badgers/Packers Holy Hill HikesParadise Springs in Eagle, WI + East Troy + Deusterbecks + Eagle Park Hikes Post card cabins House on the Rock - Spring Green, WIThe Little Farmer - Malone, WI

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    DJ BG Good: From Day Job to National Tour

    You may know him from his viral pop ups over the summer or some of his recent events and shows that have drawn thousands of people but that wasn’t always the case for Bryan Gorelik - now known as DJ BG Good. We cover: Graduating UWM, working a day job then telling his Russian parents he was quitting to go full time as a DJ Viral Pop up at the Milwaukee Night Market His crazy experience opening for Shaq in Panama City Beach Favorite Food Spots around Milwaukee Get 30% off Green Monke with the code "Uncut30": https://www.greenmonke.com/

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    There it is w/ 414Big Frank, Tommy Violet, Sunny Lou... and some Dating in Milwaukee call ins

    They’ve racked up millions of views in the last month on the TikTok smash hit “There It Is” -- but who are the men behind the lyrics, the beat and the dance? We got to sit down with Milwaukee Hip Hop Artist 414 Big Frank, Tommy Violet and Sunny Lou and covered:414 Big Frank’s long road from growing up on the North Side of Milwaukee to break out hip hop artist  Sunny’s back story & how he got into producing Who is Tommy Violet How did they come together and how did the dance happen for “There it is” The music video shoot The Milwaukee Music scene and why they live in Milwaukee Gem of the Week Presented by Kessler’s Diamonds Dating Call ins: Gym Date Gone (Very!) WrongA bold move the morning after a one night stand A guy who just wanted to cuddle 

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    Violent Femmes’ John Sparrow: From Growing Up in Milwaukee to Touring the World

    From playing in local Milwaukee bars to playing on stages in front of tens of thousands of people all over the world, John Sparrow’s story is incredible. PS: The Femmes will be back in Milwaukee at the PABST Riverside and just added a new show on October 19th (the October 18 show sold out)–you can get tickets here: https://www.pabsttheatergroup.com/venues/detail/the-riverside-theater We cover: John’s backstory growing up in Milwaukee Struggles, first big break, and making it as a musician First time playing with the Femmes Best fan interactions Pre-show routine The evolution of the Milwaukee music scene And more 

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    Colin Blackwell: NHL Player Enjoying an MKE Offseason and Untold Hockey Stories from Harvard, the Admirals and the NHL

    The NHL standout & Boston Native is back in Milwaukee for the offseason and dropped by to give his incredible backstory, some hilarious hockey stories, and why he loves living in the 414. Topics discussed: Weirdest fan interaction High school with Pat Connaughton and Joe Going to Havard Coming back from concussions and trying to play pro hockey Making the league Time in Milwaukee & Chicago Meeting his wife (at Joe Cats) An encounter with Justin Bieber while playing for Toronto Favorite things about Milwaukee And more This episode is co-hosted by the electric Joe Stanton 

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    The Rise of Stallis w/ Lori Fredrich, Dana Spandet, Thi Chao and Carly Weber

    The city neighboring Milwaukee has not always had the best reputation but has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade and there is no question that “Stallis” is and has been on the rise. How has this transformation taken place and what does the future of the city look like? On this episode we got to sit down with: Lori Fredrich: Award winning dining editor at OnMilwaukee Dana Spandet: Owner Flour Girl and Flame Chef Thi Cao and Carly Weber from Wild Roots Topics Discussed Evolution of Stallis Backstories Stallis Date Night recommendations Top dive bars Biggest Misconceptions The Hot Mayor running the city The Housing Market 

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    Wave Chapelle: MKE Artist’s’ Untold Stories with Drake & Lil Wayne, Milwaukee Music Scene and More!

    What’s it like when you get pulled out of a college class because Drake wants to meet with you?Wave Chapelle got discovered shortly after moving to Memphis for college and his life went Zero to 100.. Real quick… after signing with Yo Gotti.In this highly entertaining episode we discuss:Getting his first big breakGrowing up in MKEStories with Lil Wayne, Drake and Yo GottiGoing independent in 2016Milwaukee Music scene & artists to watchThe Milwaukee Bucks eventful off season

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    Best Hike & Brewery Trips in WI w/ Midwest Hikes and Hops

    If you enjoy the outdoors, hiking and trying new breweries this episode is for you! We got to sit down (and have a beer with) Andrea and Derek Schwab, the couple behind the popular Instagram account Midwest Hikes and Hops who filled us in on all the must try hikes and breweries around the state (and some outside) including hidden gems we’d never heard of! Topics: How’d you start the page? How has your growth trajectory been? Craziest hike you’ve been on Scariest hike?  Best hikes and hops combos? Hidden gem hikes and breweries in the state Beer gardens to check out If someone wants their significant other to go camping

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    Chef Adam's $15k Win, NM Annual Mtg & Music in Milwaukee

    We catch up with Chef Adam Pawlak following his big Cutthroat Kitchen win, sit down with Jersey Frank Di Meglio to talk about Northwestern Mutual’s Annual Meeting and his updated top four pizza spots in Milwaukee, and chat with Allen Halas for recaps on Summerfest and Harley Fest—plus a spotlight on female Milwaukee artists to watch and more.Chef Adam Pawlak:Behind-the-scenes of his $14.5K Cutthroat Kitchen win on Food NetworkThe wild strategies and sabotage secrets from the showUpcoming Italian pop-up dinners at Lupi & Iris (Aug 18) and Birch (Aug 26)His must-try burger spots in MilwaukeeJersey Frank Di Meglio:What really goes on during Northwestern Mutual’s 145th Annual MeetingThe $19M+ impact the meeting brings to Milwaukee each yearWhy it’s one of the city's best recruiting toolsUpdated Top 4 Pizza Picks in MilwaukeeAllen Halas:Recap of Summerfest 2025: best nights, surprise sets, and beat battlesHarley Fest highlights, including Chris Stapleton’s sold-out showWhat’s next: Lollapalooza, block parties, and Club Charlie’s fundraiser10 female Milwaukee music artists to watchSuccessful candidates will begin as financial representatives. Financial Representatives are prohibited from using the title “Advisor” until licensures are obtained (including SIE 6 and 63) and Northwestern Mutual specified courses are satisfactorily completed.This is a paid advertisement. For Northwestern Mutual company facts, please go here (Milwaukee.nm.com). 

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    Dating in Milwaukee: Call-Ins you won’t believe & other CRAZY stories…

    A date at Melting Pot Brookfield gone wrong, a caller with her ex’s name tattooed on her back and much much more on this month’s dating in Milwaukee ep. Marley’s dating glow-up: meeting her new guy at the NFL Draft and surviving Appleton fishing tripsDeja’s unexpected cruise romance and plans to show Milwaukee offRelationship advice from Karen in Wauwatosa after 41 years of marriageBrittany’s call-in: getting a tattoo of her ex’s name and accidentally dating another AlejandroThe worst dating stories from Milwaukee: secret marriages, identity fakery, and being ghosted by bartendersJulia’s Google Doc of dating disasters—including a guy who skipped his mom’s wake for a fondue dateThe debate: If he’s not posting you, is he really into you?Bald guy struggles, “hatfishing,” and whether karma is real when dating in Milwaukee

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    Mr New York: Untold Stories from Legendary Milwaukee DJ

    He started throwing parties in his teens (one led to an evening in a police car), never went to college, has headlined Summerfest and has been spinning records in Milwaukee and for celebrities around the country for more than a decade (even though he’s not that old compared to Richie). In this episode we sit down with Mr New York and cover the following: How he got into all of this The one house party he threw in his teens and got arrested Biggest breaks Biggest struggles Getting his sober streak broken by Jordan Love What kind of guys bottle girls are into Best bars and clubs in Milwaukee Right way and wrong way to request a song Why he stays in Milwaukee 

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    Taylor Amann: American Ninja Warrior BTS & Must-Try Places in MKE

    Taylor Amann, Milwaukee native and all-around badass, just made it to the American Ninja Warrior semi-finals — but what’s it actually like to run a ninja course at 6:30 AM with zero practice and a million bucks on the line?We get the full behind-the-scenes scoop (spoiler: lots of hanging, barely any sleep), plus her wedding plans (it’s next week!), content creator life, and where she goes for a solid sweat and a spicy marg.From pole vaulting at UW-Madison to margarita tier lists to secretly filming her own proposal, Taylor keeps it real — and very Milwaukee.

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    MKE Women Breaking Through in Sports Media: Sydney Gille, Grace Scalzo, Kimberly Bates

    Today we take you behind the scenes of working in sports media with three amazing women who have achieved success working respectively for the Bucks, Marquette, Packers, Admirals, Brewers and the NBA -- yes we have all the major teams in WI covered in this ep! Topics Covered: Backstories Biggest star struck moment Biggest slip up working in sports media Biggest conceptions about working in sports Weirdest request (or most annoying request)  you’ve got from a friend (or random person) Guys red flags when it comes to being a sports fan (or still playing sports) Something viewers don’t realize is complete chaos during a game One athlete you’ve worked with who you’d trust to babysit your dogFavorite moment working in sports media Advice to women looking to break into sports media Favorite things about Milwaukee and fav hidden gem spots Guests: Grace Scalzo (NBA, Formerly Bucks & Marquette Basketball) Sydney Gille (Milwaukee Brewers, Formerly Green Bay Packers) Kimberley Bates (Milwaukee Admirals, Formerly St Louis Cards) 

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    From the South to Milwaukee: Blake Eason, bonus ep - live from the Drink Wisconsinbly Pub

    What's it like moving from Atlanta to Nashville to Milwaukee? Blake Eason officially moved here last November (what great timing) and is ready for his first summer in Milwaukee. On this episode we go over: How he ended up here South vs Midwest The people here Favorite places in Milwaukee (and Wisconsin) NFL Draft experience **Excuse the audio since this was live from the DW Pub on Saturday- we'll be back to in studio recordings next week

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    Your Guide for Live Music in MKE This Summer w/ Allen Halas

    Milwaukee is STACKED with live music this summer — and a ton of it is free.Allen Halas (OnMilwaukee, Breaking & Entering, 102.1) joins us to break down the can’t-miss festivals, underrated block parties, and weekly concert series happening all over the city.He’s been to more Milwaukee music events than anyone we know, and he’s here to help you plan your ultimate summer lineup. From Jazz in the Park (with no jazz?) to late nights at Summerfest, this episode is packed with insider tips and local artist recs.🎶 Tune in for:Where to catch free live music nearly every night this summerThe best local fests (including the ones you’ve never heard of)Milwaukee musicians you should be listening to right nowThe TikTok video that racked up 7M+ views (and sparked a fake record deal rumor)This is your unofficial guide to Milwaukee’s summer music scene — and proof that it deserves way more hype.Milwaukee Uncut is presented by: 3 Sheeps Nicolet LawDrink Wisconsinbly Beverage Co Infinity Exteriors  

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    Crash Dummies: From 0 to 2.5M followers, Where to meet women in MKE, Craziest Call Ins, Men's Bathroom Etiquette, Biggest Pet Peeves & Cinco De Drinko with SIMGOD

    Get ready to laugh as the hosts of one of the most entertaining and fastest growing podcasts in the US, Crash Dummies' Pat Johnson and Mike Esiobu join Richie for this episode of Milwaukee Uncut. Topics Covered: Backstory of going from 0 to 2.5M followers and hundreds of thousands of listeners/month Craziest call ins Coolest moments Biggest Pet Peeves & Men's Bathroom EtiquetteGroup chat etiquete Cinco de Drinko with Simmer G Places to go for people visiting Milwaukee Best places to meet women in Milwaukee Milwaukee Uncut is presented by: 3 Sheeps Nicolet LawDrink Wisconsinbly Beverage Co Infinity Exteriors  

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    Comedian Billy Duce & Dante Williams (Charlie Berens Tour Manager): Crazy stories from on Tour and the best Fake ID you've never heard of

    What's life on the road of a comedy tour like? Get ready to laugh as Dante and Billy tell some hilarious stories. The episode covers a wide range of topics including: How Dante met Charlie in a bathroom at Lambeau and has been working with him ever since Bill's early days as a musician in Boston and how he broke into comedy Getting propositioned by swingers on tour The weirdest fan interactions Billy Duce as Gem of the Week The best fake ID story you've never heard An egg freezing conversation with Andrea Boehlke

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The podcast that brings you closer to the city of Milwaukee by highlighting entertaining, uncut stories from Milwaukee legends and uncovering the restaurants, bars, spots and events around the city you need to check out! Milwaukee Uncut is hosted by Richie Burke and produced by Story Mark Studios. Located in the heart of Walker's Point, our Milwaukee roots run deep.

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