Joshing Around Milwaukee: Season 3

Hold on to your cheese curds—Season 3 of Joshing Around Milwaukee is here! Josh and Josh are taking their antics to the next level, with more laughs, more shenanigans, and even more Milwaukee magic. Whether they’re uncovering hidden treasures or diving headfirst into the city’s quirkiest adventures, these two are making the Fresh Coast fresher than ever. Get ready to Josh around like never before!

Samer Ghani

Joshing Around Milwaukee - Season 3 | Episode 89

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, Samer Ghani opens up about Milwaukee’s creative energy and what drives the city’s arts community. He talks about his journey as a photographer and videographer, his work with the nonprofit Cactus+ and why lifting up local artists is so important to him. The conversation also touches on his go-to spots for shooting around the city, the growing popularity of drone photography and the ways new technology is reshaping the craft.

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S3Ep88 | Saz's

This episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee features Steve "Saz" Sazama, founder of the iconic Saz's State House in Milwaukee. Throughout the interview, Saz shares stories…

A crowded bar with warm lighting and exposed brick walls. People are gathered closely together, talking and drinking. A long bar counter is lined with bottles and glassware, and several round hanging lights illuminate the space. Two TVs mounted on the back wall display a show, and the overall atmosphere appears lively and social.

S3Ep87 | Your Office

This episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee features Nick Starr and Lisa Proeber, owners of the newly opened bar called Your Office. The bar's concept is an "elevated dive bar…

A family walking through the Mitchell Park Domes admiring the flora.

S3Ep86 | Josh Family Special

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the wives of the Joshes, Kelly and Julie Albrecht, join the show as special guests to share their personal experiences and highlight what…

S3Ep85 | Milwaukee Repertory Theater

This week on Joshing Around Milwaukee, the spotlight’s on Milwaukee’s creative side as Josh and Josh chat with Chad Bauman, the powerhouse behind the Milwaukee Rep’s big…

A man, LeRoy Butler, holding a football and smiling while leaning on a metal railing by a waterfront. Trees line the pathway behind him, and a building extends into the water in the background. The weather is clear and sunny.

S3Ep84 | LeRoy Butler

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes are joined by Pro Football Hall of Famer LeRoy Butler, a proud Milwaukee resident and Visit Milwaukee partner. The conversation…

Neon sign reading ‘3rd Street Market Hall’ with a glowing star, inside a modern industrial-style building with glass walls and metal beams.

S3Ep83 | 3rd Street Market Hall & Carnevor

This episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee features Milwaukee business leader Omar Shaikh, who takes us through his entrepreneurial journey—from running Sake Tumi to leading 3rd…

A chef wearing a white shirt and blue apron sits at a wooden booth inside a restaurant, smiling at the camera. The background features leafy green plants, patterned tile accents, and a warm lamp centered above him.

S3Ep82 | The Diplomat

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes sit down with Chef Dane Baldwin, owner of The Diplomat. He shares how his passion for cooking began at a gourmet grocery store and…

The exterior of the historic Pabst Theater in Milwaukee, featuring its ornate brick façade, gold architectural details, and large vertical “Pabst Theater” marquee sign against a clear blue sky.

S3Ep81 | Pabst Theater Group

On this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes sit down with Gary Witt, president and CEO of Pabst Theater Group. He discusses his journey, his work developing local…

A group of female dancers performs a traditional Mexican folklórico dance on stage. They wear vibrant magenta dresses with purple ruffles and floral headpieces. The lead dancer in the foreground smiles brightly while gracefully twirling her flowing skirt. The dancers behind her mirror the movement, creating a colorful, energetic scene against a modern stage backdrop.

S3Ep80 | The Hispanic Collaborative

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes sit down with Nancy Hernandez, who leads the Hispanic Collaborative initiative. She discusses the contributions…

A group of people sit side by side at a bar counter, each using a typewriter. The person in the foreground has purple hair tied back with a scrunchie, glasses, and a red-and-white shirt with a graphic print. Others focus intently on their typewriters, with drinks and cans on the counter. Behind them, arcade machines, merchandise, and a TV screen are visible, creating a lively retro atmosphere.

S3Ep79 | QWERTYFEST

Tea Krulos joins Josh & Josh on Joshing Around Milwaukee to dish on QWERTYFEST and talk all things typewriters, history and all things quirky in this delightfully nerdy Milwaukee…

Exterior of Stone Creek Coffee’s white brick building with large front windows, black awning, and outdoor seating along the sidewalk.

S3Ep78 | Stone Creek Coffee

Explore Stone Creek Coffee’s roasting process, café culture, and community mission on Joshing Around Milwaukee with Drew Pond.

Grand hotel lobby with ornate chandeliers, marble columns, and a painted ceiling mural, creating an elegant and historic atmosphere.

S3Ep77 | Doors Open

Explore Milwaukee’s annual Doors Open event on Joshing Around Milwaukee, with stories, highlights, and hidden city gems.

A river scene featuring three boats on calm water; a ferry with passengers, another small boat, and an industrial backdrop of factories and greenery. Cloudy sky.

S3Ep76 | Harbor District

From bustling boardwalks to green innovation, discover how Milwaukee’s Harbor District is making waves on Joshing Around Milwaukee.

Interior of Boelter Superstore in Milwaukee, featuring wide aisles filled with kitchenware, cookware, and culinary tools, with shelves and display tables showcasing colorful bowls, utensils, and gift items.

S3Ep75 | Boelter Superstore

On Joshing Around Milwaukee, Heidi Noe and Scott Acker share insights on Boelter Superstore’s role in hospitality, innovation, and the Milwaukee community.

A vibrant nighttime scene at Summerfest grounds in Milwaukee, featuring a large crowd, illuminated Ferris wheel, and the glowing roof of the American Family Insurance Amphitheater. The downtown skyline sparkles in the background as colorful fireworks burst over Lake Michigan, adding to the festive atmosphere.

S3Ep74 | Summer in Milwaukee

This episode recaps the vibrant summer activities in Milwaukee. The Joshes highlight the numerous festivals, events, and their personal experiences throughout the summer, emphasizing the…

S3Ep73 | Historic King Drive

Ray Hill, Executive Director of MLK Drive BID, shares her journey, King Drive’s ‘Pride and Promise’ vision and how arts and culture drive economic growth in Milwaukee.

Visitors stroll through the Milwaukee County Zoo during a summer evening event, with the sun setting behind trees and a fountain in the background.

S3Ep72 | A La Carte at the Zoo

Get a taste of summer at Zoo A La Carte with Joshing Around Milwaukee! Explore the Milwaukee County Zoo’s beloved food and music festival, featuring local flavors, live…

Exterior view of the Packing House restaurant and cocktail lounge with outdoor seating and hanging flower baskets.

S3Ep71 | The Packing House

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, both Joshes sit down with Chris Wiken from The Packing House to explore the rich history, family tradition, and remarkable perseverance behind…

S3Ep70 | Cafe Corazon: 15-Year Anniversary

Join Joshing Around Milwaukee as George and Wendy Mireles reflect on 15 years of building Café Corazón into a beloved Milwaukee favorite. Hear how their passion for fresh…

A group of six dancers strike expressive, dynamic poses on stage under dramatic lighting, wearing modern, casual performance outfits.

S3Ep69 | Dance Fest

This episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee features John Ridley, an Oscar-winning screenwriter and owner of Nō Studios, along with Lory Bowman, marketing director of the Marcus…

A fire performer in a striped costume kneels and raises flaming batons during a lively Bastille Days event in Milwaukee, with a crowd watching and a glowing Eiffel Tower replica lit up in the background.

S3Ep68 | Bastille Days

This week on Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes chat with Eddie Sturkey about Bastille Days. French flair, food and fun in the heart of downtown!

A twilight view of downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin, featuring illuminated skyscrapers and city lights against a purple and blue sunset sky, with highways and streets visible in the foreground.

S3Ep67 | 'The Sins We Inherit'

In this episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee, the Joshes sit down with author Carlo J. Emanuele to discuss his gripping crime drama The Sins We Inherit. Discover how Milwaukee inspired the…

Bobby Portis with the Milwaukee Art Museum in the background with blue skies

S3Ep66 | Bobby Portis

Join Milwaukee Bucks star Bobby Portis on Joshing Around Milwaukee as he shares his favorite things about the city, his love for the Bucks, and the fun content he’s created with…

S3Ep65 | Wantable Cafe

This episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee welcomes Steve Glynn, the voice behind the Experience Milwaukee podcast, for a deep dive into Wantable Café, one of the city’s most…

S3Ep64 | Milwaukee Milkmen

This episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee features a spotlight on the Milwaukee Milkmen, the city’s beloved independent baseball team, bringing big-league fun with small-town charm…

Three men standing together with arms around each other's shoulders at Gee's, smiling at the camera.

S3Ep63 | Milwaukee Made

This episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee features David Caruso, the host of our city’s newest TV show, “Milwaukee Made.” The three-episode series, in partnership with…

S3Ep62 | Hoan Group

This episode of Joshing Around Milwaukee features Ian Abston and Drew Formentini from Hoan Group! Listen as they talk about the expansion of Framing Wisco, Light the Hoan and more…

S3Ep61 | United Performing Arts Fund

Take center stage with Joshing Around Milwaukee as we explore the heart of the city’s performing arts scene! In this episode, hosts Josh & Josh sit down with Annemarie Scobey…

S3Ep60 | Discover Wauwatosa

Join the fun as Josh Albrecht and Josh Albrecht chat with Beth Gleesing of Discover Wauwatosa on Joshing Around Milwaukee to explore everything Wauwatosa. From local favorites and hidden…

S3Ep59 | IKEA Family Kite Festival

Josh and Josh chat with Scott Fisher of Gift of Wings about the IKEA Family Kite Festival, Milwaukee’s sky-high spring tradition at Veterans Park.

a woman with binoculars birding in a park

S3Ep58 | Brew City Birding Festival

Take flight with Joshing Around Milwaukee as we explore the Brew City Birding Festival! In this episode, hosts Josh & Josh chat with local birding experts and festival organizers…

A wide angle shot of the Milwaukee Art Museum with festival goers sitting on the patio outside, with flags blowing in the wind against a beautiful blue sky.

S3Ep57 | Milwaukee Art Museum

Join Joshing Around Milwaukee as we sit down with Scott Schwebel from the Milwaukee Art Museum to preview the 2025 Lakefront Festival of the Arts! Get insider details on featured artists…

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