A new study finds downtown Milwaukee is recovering at a faster rate than other Midwestern cities. We learn why. Then, Wisconsin’s first licensed Black female architect talks about receiving a top honor in the profession.
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Milwaukee downtown economic recovery ranks among best in Midwest
University of Toronto researchers say Milwaukee’s downtown recovery since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic ranks among the best in the Midwest. We speak with the co-author of the study to learn why some cities are recovering better than others.
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Wisconsin’s first licensed Black female architect wins state leadership award
We talk to the first licensed Black female architect in Wisconsin about receiving this year’s highest honor from the state chapter of the American Institute of Architects. We discuss how her leadership, mentorship and community work addresses deeper issues in the state and bolsters the profession as a whole.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Avery Lea Rogers Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Karen Chapple Guest
- Marion Clendenen-Acosta Guest
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