Member Spotlight: 88Nine Radio Milwaukee

When it comes to celebrating the rich histories and stories of Milwaukee, few do it better that 88Nine Radio Milwaukee. In a city often divided, Radio Milwaukee spins the best ( local!) new music - opening new doors for companionship with its tantalizing podcasts, insightful stories, and deeply human short videos.

This week, we turn the table and put 88Nine in the Spotlight.

At just a glance at 88Nine's website, you'll find: a story on a local pioneers, a mouthwatering tease of Milwaukee's best cuisine , collaborations with Milwaukee Film, and even a piece on this Chamber. At its core, Radio Milwaukee's dedication to bringing people together has changed the city in untold ways.

The 88Nine team plays on and shares their own story:

Tell us a bit more about 88Nine Radio Milwaukee.

88Nine Radio Milwaukee is a listener-supported, nonprofit radio station striving to be a catalyst in creating a more

In "Backspin", 88Nine investigated the fascinating origins of Milwaukee's first hip-hop song.

inclusive and engaged Milwaukee. Through eclectic music programming, positive storytelling and community events, 88Nine strives to be a radio station and way more – connecting people to the city and to one other.

Why did you decide to join the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber?

88Nine and the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber share a common mission of creating a more inclusive Milwaukee. To that end, it only makes sense that 88Nine supports and is a part of the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber.

What do you enjoy most about what you do?

We love working on behalf of a mission. Our success as an organization isn’t measured by the bottom line – though we immensely value the members, businesses and foundations that allow us to have a healthy one – but by the impact we have on the city we love.

A performance space, community room, and a rooftop patio are available for rental at Radio Milwaukee's physical space.

How would you most like people to remember your company?

We aim for Radio Milwaukee to be known as a convener.

On the airwaves, on our website and, of course, at our home in Walker’s Point. Our programming, storytelling and events are intended to help Milwaukeeans find commonalities – through the discovery, piquing curiosity and giving a place for both to happen together.

Learn more about 88Nine Radio Milwaukee here.

Listen to 88Nine Radio Milwaukee's story on the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce here. 

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