Looking ahead at Milwaukee’s mayoral primary, Hobbies history

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This image taken with a drone shows the Milwaukee skyline Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, in Milwaukee. Morry Gash/AP Photo

We take a look at some of the candidates and top issues being talked about in the run up to the primary election for mayor of Milwaukee. Then an historian talks about where hobbies came from, and how they enrich our lives.

Featured in this Show

  • Setting up the Milwaukee mayoral primary

    A longtime Milwaukee government and politics reporter tells us what to know about the upcoming primary election for the next mayor of Milwaukee.

  • The history of hobbies and their role in our lives

    We think of hobbies as different from work, but some hobbies straddle the line between leisure and productivity. We learn about the history of hobbies and what role they play in our society and economy.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Lorin Cox Producer
  • Larry Sandler Guest
  • Steven Gelber Guest