Talkin' Waukesha

City of Waukesha

Welcome to "Talkin' Waukesha," the podcast where every conversation springs to life! Hosts Andrew Noffke, and Anthony Tirrell, lead you on a journey into the heart of Waukesha. Whether you're a local or just passing through, join us as we explore the stories, people, and hidden gems that make Waukesha truly special. From community events to personal anecdotes, we're here to bring you the pulse of our vibrant town. So, grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and let's dive in.

  1. May 11

    Mayor Alicia Halvensleben

    Hear from our new Mayor Alicia Halvensleben in our latest Talkin' Waukesha episode. She discusses her role as Mayor, what she loves about her Waukesha and her vision for the future.

    29 min

  2. Apr 3

    Farewell Mayor with Shawn Reilly

    Tune in to our latest podcast episode as we sit down with Mayor Reilly to reflect on his 12 years of service to the City of Waukesha.

    54 min

  3. Mar 3

    Waukesha's History

    This month, hear from local historian John Schoenknecht, as he shares stories of the City's past on the latest podcast episode. This year, the City is celebrating 130 years of incorporation!

    51 min

  4. Jan 30

    2026 Elections

    This month, we’re featuring our City Clerk, Katie Panella and Administrative Assistant, Mollie Schenk as they talk about Elections. Learn more about how the election process works and how the City is now using Badger Books, an electronic poll book.

    22 min

  5. 12/16/2025

    2025 Budget Season with City Administrator Tony Brown & Finance Director Joe Ciurro

    Paying property taxes is not fun for anyone, but have you ever learned how the City actually builds its budget or plans for future expenses? In this podcast episode, the City Administrator and Finance Director walk through the City’s budgeting process, how decisions are made, and what it means for Waukesha’s future. Listen to learn more about how your tax dollars are planned and put to work.

    1h 6m

  6. 12/01/2025

    Holiday Fire Prevention with Fire Marshal Brian Charlesworth

    A fire generally grows about 10 times in size every 30 seconds! Cooking fires are the most common home fire. As we head into the holiday season, make sure you are prepared to cook and decorate safely. Hear directly from the Fire Marshal with the Waukesha Fire Department on how to keep your celebrations safe this season!

    59 min

  7. 10/17/2025

    Fraud Prevention with Detective Lukas Hallmark

    Detective Lukas Hallmark joins us to discuss fraud prevention, common scams targeting residents, and how you can protect yourself and your community.

    1h 3m

  8. 10/02/2025

    Street Supervisor, Joe Baginski

    Fall leaf collection will start on Monday, October 27. New this year, crews will start in the Southwest portion of the City (Fox Lake Village and River Hills areas) and will work counterclockwise through the City. To help residents plan, we are sharing the week your area’s leaves will be collected. Please have your leaves out on the terrace by the Monday of your scheduled week. You can look up your home’s week of collection and track the daily collection progress on our online interactive map. Crews will pass every home twice during this year’s leaf collection season.

    33 min
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Ratings & Reviews

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About

Welcome to "Talkin' Waukesha," the podcast where every conversation springs to life! Hosts Andrew Noffke, and Anthony Tirrell, lead you on a journey into the heart of Waukesha. Whether you're a local or just passing through, join us as we explore the stories, people, and hidden gems that make Waukesha truly special. From community events to personal anecdotes, we're here to bring you the pulse of our vibrant town. So, grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and let's dive in.

Information

  • Creator
    City of Waukesha
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © City of Waukesha
  • Show Website
    Talkin' Waukesha

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