Mark Riechers

4 weeks ago | pbswisconsin.org | Mark Riechers

– Announcer: The following program is a PBS Wisconsin original production. [upbeat music] [“The Misanthrope” by Local H] Mere grist to feed the machinery [bright music] [cheers and applause] -Pete Schwaba: Welcome to Director’s Cut. This year, I was gonna change things up just to do something different. But then I realized, you’re probably not interested in watching me restore an old house and probably actually like movies.

1 month ago | pbswisconsin.org | Mark Riechers

– Welcome to “History Sandwiched In.”Before we get started and I hand the show over to Dr. Cornelius, I do have a few opening notes and remarks and some gentle reminders. To begin with, though, my name is Jenny Pederson, and I am the public programs manager with the Wisconsin Historical Society. We do have a little bit of a caution just in general.

1 month ago | pbswisconsin.org | Mark Riechers

– John McGivern: I am in Milwaukee’s largest suburb. This place is in the middle of everything. – Announcer: We thank the underwriters of John McGivern’s Main Streets, because without them, we couldn’t make this show. – Yes, Greendale is beautiful on the outside. But it’s what’s inside that counts. Who doesn’t love opening a door to beautiful treasures? Whether you’re a collector, in need of the perfect gift, or would like something special for yourself. Come on in!You just gotta see Greendale.

1 month ago | pbswisconsin.org | Mark Riechers

– John McGivern: I am in Indiana in a place known as the City of Firsts. [upbeat music] – Announcer: We thank the underwriters of John McGivern’s Main Streets because without them, we couldn’t make this show. – My father taught me that to make great bakery, you have to do it the right way. O&H Danish Bakery, where kringle traditions begin. – You’ll find your bright spot in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. – Heiser Automotive is honored to help John McGivern and his team arrive safely to many Main Streets.

1 month ago | pbswisconsin.org | Mark Riechers

[birds chirping] – Angela Fitzgerald: For most any traveler, reaching the Driftless Music Gardens will come at the end of a long trip. – Crickett Lochner: C’mon down!You made it!– Man: I made it!Where are you driving in from? You are literally being taken to the middle of nowhere, and then beyond. [chuckles] – He drove, like, eight hours. – After that long journey, chances are Crickett Lochner will be there with a warm welcome.