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Following the Democratic National Convention

Posted on August 31, 2012 by David

WPT Reporter Zac Schultz just returned from Tampa with a suitcase full of video. At 7:30 tonight, Here and Now will feature Zac’s reports, including an interview with Senate Candidate Tommy Thompson. But, you can see that and a lot … Continue reading →

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Following the Republican National Convention

Posted on August 27, 2012 by David

Tropical Storm Isaac may have delayed the official start to the Republican National Convention, but Wisconsin Public Television and PBS made it to Tampa, Fla. on time, and we have plenty to tweet, post and broadcast. Here are the many … Continue reading →

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A (Record-Breaking) Salute to the Greatest Generation

Posted on August 23, 2012 by David

On Aug. 11, approximately 30,000 people gathered at Miller Park in Milwaukee. What would be an average audience at a Brewers game was actually an extraordinary crowd that gathered to see the feature-length premiere of Honor Flight. The film, which … Continue reading →

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Too Much of a Good Thing? …Nah

Posted on August 14, 2012 by David

When the Olympics wrapped on Sunday night I considered giving my TV a rest. But it turns out the Olympics have only increased my appetite for late night TV. Here’s a little of what I’ve been watching… and what I … Continue reading →

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Your Olympics Alternative

Posted on August 7, 2012 by David

WPT is probably the last place you’d turn to for Olympics coverage. And that’s OK. While most media outlets are focused on broadcasting the games and interviewing the medal winners, WPT’s role is to offer an Olympics alternative. For example, … Continue reading →

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