Milwaukee Made: Basketball Culture

Season 1 | Episode 1

Dive into the heart of Milwaukee's basketball DNA, exploring how the Milwaukee Bucks transcend sports to become an integral part of the city's identity. This episode showcases the team's championship legacy spanning from 1971 to 2021, revealing how basketball culture permeates every corner of the community. Featured guests include Bucks President Peter Feigin, grandancer Annette Jackson, Gee Smith from Gee's Clippers barbershop, Nimesh Ruparel of AntetokounBros and special guest Mayor Cavalier Johnson, each sharing their unique perspectives on how the Bucks energize Milwaukee beyond game day.

From bustling barbershops to exciting dance crews and distinctive retailers, the episode demonstrates how basketball serves as a unifying force that brings Milwaukee's diverse community together, illustrating why the Bucks are truly woven into the fabric of this vibrant Midwest city.

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