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      Milwaukee Record Staff
      December 9, 2019
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      Tyler Maas
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      Matt Wild
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      Matt Wild
      September 10, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      September 10, 2026
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      Milwaukee Record Staff
      September 9, 2026
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      September 19, 2024
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      September 12, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      September 11, 2026
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      Tyler Maas
      September 10, 2026
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      Caitlin Moyer
      September 9, 2026
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      Milwaukee Record Staff
      September 5, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      September 3, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      October 12, 2022
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      Tyler Maas
      September 10, 2026
    • Duluth Trading’s new Miller High Life gear, ranked

      Matt Wild
      September 9, 2026
    • Third Space Brewing and Central Waters Brewing to host anniversary parties

      Tyler Maas
      September 9, 2026
    • Hyrule comes to The Wolf with ‘Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild’ pop-up dinner

      Mitch DeSantis
      September 8, 2026
    • The Garage and Hi Hat Lounge have closed, sale to new owners “pending”

      Tyler Maas
      September 1, 2026
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      Tyler Maas
      September 1, 2026
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      Tyler Maas
      May 11, 2015
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      Tyler Maas
      September 4, 2026
    • Joe McAdam talks lakes, Waylon Mercy before Milwaukee’s first McAdamy Awards show

      Rick Katschke
      June 10, 2026
    • Check out The Laughing Tap’s new, improved location

      Tyler Maas
      March 25, 2026
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      Tyler Maas
      March 24, 2026
    • The Laughing Tap will celebrate grand re-opening at new downtown home March 27-28

      Matt Wild
      February 24, 2026
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      Tyler Maas
      February 18, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      December 18, 2025
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      Matt Wild
      September 2, 2026
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      Michael Viers
      August 26, 2026
    • Malkovich! Yep, we’re screening ‘Being John Malkovich’ September 16 at the Avalon

      Matt Wild
      August 20, 2026
    • 6 Wisconsin films awarded more than $1M through state’s new film tax credit program

      Matt Wild
      August 19, 2026
    • Here’s the first batch of films coming to the 2026 Dialogues Documentary Festival

      Matt Wild
      August 18, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      July 31, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      June 6, 2019
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      Matt Wild
      September 9, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      September 4, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      September 3, 2026
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      Cal Roach
      August 31, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      July 21, 2026
    • Site of the Bronze Fonz

      Behold, an angel descended from heaven and said, ‘Do not be afraid! I know that you are seeking the Bronze Fonz. He is not here, for he is undergoing routine maintenance. Come and see the place where he stood.’

      Matt Wild
      July 14, 2026
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      Tyler Maas
      December 14, 2018
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      Matt Wild
      August 24, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      August 21, 2026
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      Tyler Maas
      August 21, 2026
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      Matt Wild
      August 10, 2026
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      Tad Kriofske Mainella
      August 3, 2026
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      Tyler Maas
      July 23, 2026
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      September 12, 2016
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      Rick Katschke
      September 8, 2026
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      Rick Katschke
      September 1, 2026
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      Rick Katschke
      August 25, 2026
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      Rick Katschke
      August 18, 2026
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      Rick Katschke
      August 11, 2026
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      Rick Katschke
      August 4, 2026
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Rick Katschke is the editor of VERDICT UNKNOWN, a nine-minute compilation of teasers for The People’s Court. He once made David Letterman laugh.

The Catered Quiz: M.C. Cunningham answers questions about Weezer and ancient Greek philosophy

Rick Katschke
April 21, 2026
On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, musician M.C. Cunningham of the bands The Dreaded Laramie and Fear Element joins the show to answer questions about Weezer and ancient Greek philosophy. We also ta...

The Catered Quiz: Greg Bach answers questions about Pink Floyd and guitars

Rick Katschke
April 14, 2026
On this edition of The Catered Quiz, broadcaster and comedian Greg Bach joins the show to answer questions about Pink Floyd and guitars. We also talk about Les Paul, Kyle Kinane, and SCRAM. Listen to "Nite Lite...

The Catered Quiz: jeremy messersmith answers questions about ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Star Trek’

Rick Katschke
April 7, 2026
Spring Break is over and the Catered Quiz is back! This week, jeremy messersmith joins the show to discuss his new album Fox/Coyote and to answer questions about Star Wars and Star Trek. We also talk about Davi...

The Catered Quiz: Samer Ghani answers questions about ‘Old School RuneScape’ and Blink-182

Rick Katschke
March 24, 2026
On the first quarter finale of The Catered Quiz, photographer Samer Ghani joins the show to talk about his new book, Memories Of A Street Cat, and to answer questions about Old School RuneScape and Blink-182. W...

The Catered Quiz: Patric Verrone answers questions about the Harvard Lampoon and ‘Futurama’

Rick Katschke
March 17, 2026
On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, writer, producer, lawyer and former WGA West president Patric Verrone joins the show to answer questions about the Harvard Lampoon and Futurama. We also talk about Jo...

The Catered Quiz: Alisha Ketry answers questions about bones and ‘Hercules’

Rick Katschke
March 10, 2026
On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, writer (American Dad!, I’m Totally Fine) and director (Your Own Flavor) Alisha Ketry joins the show to answer questions about bones and Hercules. We also discuss pupp...

The Catered Quiz: Jeff Lyons answers questions about ’80s punk and new wave music

Rick Katschke
March 3, 2026
On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, Jeff Lyons of the podcast Junk Miles With Chip & Jeff joins the show to answer questions about '80s punk and '80s new wave music. We also talk about running, Jon ...

The Catered Quiz: Grace Spelman answers questions about The Beatles and ’30 Rock’

Rick Katschke
February 24, 2026
On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, music writer Grace Spelman joins the show to answer questions about The Beatles and 30 Rock. We also talk about Beyoncé, The Music Man, and the Adirondacks. Subscribe...

The Catered Quiz: Jack Packard answers questions about ‘Dark Souls’ and They Might Be Giants

Rick Katschke
February 17, 2026
On this edition of The Catered Quiz, Jack Packard of Adventure Is Nigh joins the show to answer questions about the Dark Souls video game series and the band They Might Be Giants. We also talk about ComedySport...

The Catered Quiz: Derek Hughes answers questions about Minnesota and 1980s/1990s movies

Rick Katschke
February 10, 2026
On this edition of The Catered Quiz, "Stand Up Magician" Derek Hughes joins the show to answer questions about Minnesota and movies from the 1980s and 1990s. We also talk about Jordan, America’s Got Talent, and...

The Catered Quiz: Ben Steinbauer answers questions about stand up comedy and documentary films

Rick Katschke
February 3, 2026
On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, filmmaker and podcaster Ben Steinbauer joins the show to answer questions about stand up comedy and documentary films. We also talk about The Onion, Michael Moore, an...

The Catered Quiz: Alex Meylink answers questions about The Lonely Island and Orgcore music

Rick Katschke
January 27, 2026
On the 2026 season premiere of The Catered Quiz, Alex Meylink of Telethon and Brave You joins the show to answer questions about The Lonely Island and Orgcore music. We also talk about Jose Canseco, Juiceboxxx,...

The Catered Quiz 2025 Tournament Of High Scores

Rick Katschke
December 2, 2025
Forty-two contestants. Three finalists. One champion. It’s The Catered Quiz 2025 Tournament Of High Scores! The contestants with the top three scores in the regular season are back for the season finale, in whi...

The Catered Quiz: Dr. Michael Schmalz answers questions about The Muppets and Nintendo Gameboy

Rick Katschke
November 18, 2025
On the regular season finale of The Catered Quiz, pediatric gastroenterologist Dr. Michael Schmalz joins the show to answer questions about The Muppets and Nintendo Gameboy. We also talk about how he became a d...

The Catered Quiz: Brad Ford answers questions about ‘The Simpsons’ and the Marvel cinematic universe

Rick Katschke
November 11, 2025
On the penultimate regular season episode of The Catered Quiz, communications expert Brad Ford joins the show to answer questions about The Simpsons and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We also talk about working...

The Catered Quiz: Josh Modell answers questions about Pokémon Go and Top 40 hits of the early ’80s

Rick Katschke
November 4, 2025
On the latest episode of The Catered Quiz, Josh Modell of Talkhouse and Foreign Leisure joins the show to answer questions about Pokémon Go and Top 40 hits of the early '80s. We also talk about Milk Magazine, A...

Troubled Hubble’s Chris Otepka talks ‘Making Beds In A Burning House’ reissue, Cactus Club show

Rick Katschke
October 30, 2025
On November 9, Josh Modell and Dan Didier’s Foreign Leisure record label will be hosting a Cactus Club concert that features artists from three of their latest releases. Joining The Hallelujah Ward and Clem Sni...

The Catered Quiz: Doug Tilley answers questions about ‘The Evil Dead’ and Eric Roberts

Rick Katschke
October 28, 2025
On an international edition of The Catered Quiz, Doug Tilley joins the show from Canada to answer questions about the movie The Evil Dead and the actor Eric Roberts. We also talk about Dick Miller, George Kenne...

The Catered Quiz: Eva Anderson answers questions about immersive theater and true crime

Rick Katschke
October 21, 2025
On this edition of The Catered Quiz, writer Eva Anderson joins the show to answer questions about immersive theater and true crime. We also talk about Mystery Science Theater 3000, CrimeCon, and Scene Of The Cr...

The Catered Quiz: Nick Digilio answers questions about John Carpenter and ‘Saturday Night Live’

Rick Katschke
October 14, 2025
On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, legendary broadcaster and movie critic Nick Digilio joins the show to talk about his new book 40 Years, 40 Films and to answer questions about John Carpenter and Satu...
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