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Shawna didn’t follow a typical path to becoming one of the most in-demand live entertainers in sports. In the last few years alone, she has been one of four DJs in the NBA Bubble, has opened for Lizzo and Shaq, was the official DJ of the Ryder Cup, and much more. It wasn’t long ago that the now 40-year-old was cold-calling bars and clubs in Milwaukee, “begging” to spin on a random weeknight. In fact, Shawna didn’t even get into DJing until she had to stop playing basketball (she played for UW-Madison and professionally overseas). So, how did all of this happen? Listen to this week’s episode to find out and get inspired by one of our most beloved Milwaukeeans, DJ Shawna.

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Produced by Story Mark Studios: https://storymarkstudios.io/ 
Media partner – OnMilwaukee: https://onmilwaukee.com/ 

Get ready for an exclusive insider’s look at the Wisconsin State Fair! Join CEO Shari Black as she takes us on a journey through her role since 2016, the 11-day extravaganza, unique competitions, and the delicate balance of tradition and innovation. Discover the 104 new food items, including the legendary cream puffs. Hear about overcoming challenges, Shari’s favorite fair food, and new events coming this year. Don’t miss this exciting peek into the “Greatest 11 Days of Summer”!

Sponsored by Central Standard Distillery: https://thecentralstandard.com/ 

Produced by Story Mark Studios: https://storymarkstudios.io/ 

Media partner - OnMilwaukee: https://onmilwaukee.com/

Ever wonder what it’s really like to be on a reality TV show? How do you get on, what’s daily life like, and what actually happens when you get kicked off (this will surprise you)? Chef Adam Pawlak shares his story about how after a very brief stint in college he got his start working in Milwaukee restaurants and worked his way up and his big break on Gordon Ramsey’s Hell's Kitchen. He also dives into what came from it, starting his own restaurant Egg & Flower, and why he stays in Milwaukee.
Sponsored by Central Standard Distillery: https://thecentralstandard.com/ 
Produced by Story Mark Studios: https://storymarkstudios.io/ 
Media partner - OnMilwaukee: https://onmilwaukee.com/ 

When his Kia Boys documentary was released, Tommy G was only a month away from having to give up his dream of being a full-time YouTuber. Luckily, that video now has over 6.7 million views, and he has amassed a following of over 700k subscribers. That said, Tommy G was far from an overnight success, he was actively posting YouTube videos for years before catching his big break, and there is a lot more to Tommy G's story than the documentary that put him on the map.

I initially met Tommy G when he was a door-to-door salesman and knocked on my door back in 2018. He worked in sales while posting YouTube prank videos on the side until he got fired in early 2022. Since the Kia Boys documentary, he has covered more dangerous underground stories from all around the U.S. and Mexico. So, why does Tommy G do what he does? What was his response to the Kia Boys? What's the most dangerous situation he has ever been in? What's next? Tune into this episode to find out. 
Sponsored by Central Standard Distillery: https://thecentralstandard.com/ 
Produced by Story Mark Studios: https://storymarkstudios.io/ 
Media partner - OnMilwaukee: https://onmilwaukee.com/ 

Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Milwaukee's first black-elected mayor, has been busy actively shaping the city since he was elected in April 2022. In this candid conversation, we delve into important topics such as the truth behind dropping crime rates in Milwaukee (though traditional media seems to hide this fact), strategies to attract people to the city, his perspective as a Democrat on the upcoming RNC, his early political setbacks, and the inspiring journey that led him to the position of Mayor. If you’re looking to get to better know the Mayor and what he is doing to make change happen in Milwaukee this episode is for you! 

Sponsored by Central Standard Distillery: https://thecentralstandard.com/ 
Produced by Story Mark Studios: https://storymarkstudios.io/ 
Media partner - OnMilwaukee: https://onmilwaukee.com/ 

Two Marquette basketball legends, Steve Novak and Travis Diener, share their journey to Marquette, their unforgettable Final Four run with Dwayne Wade, playing under Tom Crean, their NBA careers, their impactful work with Be The Difference NIL Collective, and much more! Get ready for an engaging and informative episode packed with fan questions. Whether you're a die-hard basketball fan or just looking for an engaging and informative podcast, this is an episode you can't miss.

Learn more about Be The Difference NIL: https://www.bethedifferencenil.org/ 
Sponsored by Central Standard Distillery: https://thecentralstandard.com/ 
Produced by Story Mark Studios: https://storymarkstudios.io/ 
Media partner - OnMilwaukee: https://onmilwaukee.com/