Tag Archives: UW Madison

Yes, That Was Wisconsin Public Television on Breaking Bad

Hey, Breaking Bad fans - did you catch your eye wandering to the Wisconsin Public Television coverage of Wisconsin Men’s Hockey over Walter White’s shoulder in a New Hampshire tavern during Sunday night’s episode (see the screengrab above)? No, you … Continue reading

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How Rain Might Be Keeping Mosquitoes at Bay

It seems counter intuitive, but the recent torrential downpours that have landed on much of Wisconsin might actually be keeping those dastardly mosquitoes away. Have you noticed a decrease in the itchy bites that are usually synonymous with Wisconsin summers? … Continue reading

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A NOVA, UW-Madison connection

Each Wednesday, NOVA takes us around the globe to uncover new scientific discoveries and to unlock the many secrets the world still holds. This week’s episode takes us back in time, with a quick stop at the University of Wisconsin-Madison … Continue reading

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Get Up and Go! With PBS Kids’ Mr. Steve

The 2012 WPT Get Up and Go! Day is in the books after kids from all over Wisconsin danced, sang and played outside the WPT studios in Madison, at the L.E. Phillips Library in Eau Claire and at The Building … Continue reading

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Wisconsin connections to Ken Burns’ Prohibition

Ken Burns’ much-anticipated new documentary, Prohibition, premieres at 7 p.m. this Sunday. You can start to explore some Wisconsin perspective on the subject of “America’s Great Experiment” now with two insightful interview presentations from University Place Presents. Watch them both … Continue reading

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