Rising Forward: Stories of Change
WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPRHosted by Shannon Sims, this podcast goes behind the headlines to explore the social entrepreneurs transforming Milwaukee and beyond. Shannon leverages her networks, resources and journalistic curiosity to uncover the stories of innovative changemakers who are building businesses that solve pressing community challenges.
Each episode features authentic conversations with entrepreneurs who are rising from their communities, leaning into social concerns, and creating sustainable solutions that move Wisconsin forward — embodying our state's motto. From Milwaukee neighborhoods to communities across the region and eventually statewide, these are the stories of people who refuse to accept the status quo.
Join Shannon as she discovers how business and social impact intersect to create lasting change.
Hosted by Shannon Sims, this podcast goes behind the headlines to explore the social entrepreneurs transforming Milwaukee and beyond. Shannon leverages her networks, resources and journalistic curiosity to uncover the stories of innovative changemakers who are building businesses that solve pressing community challenges.
Each episode features authentic conversations with entrepreneurs who are rising from their communities, leaning into social concerns, and creating sustainable solutions that move Wisconsin forward — embodying our state's motto. From Milwaukee neighborhoods to communities across the region and eventually statewide, these are the stories of people who refuse to accept the status quo.
Join Shannon as she discovers how business and social impact intersect to create lasting change.