On this episode of The Upswing presented by Horicon Bank, WTMJ’s Jeff Sherman welcomes back Marquette University President Kimo Ah Yun and Marilyn Jones, the university’s inaugural director of the Lemonis Center for Student Success. Jones, a first-generation immigrant from Costa Rica and first-generation college student, shares her perspective on building stability and upward mobility for Marquette students. Together, she and President Ah Yun discuss the university’s continued focus on student success retention — and how the Lemonis Center turns those goals into action with tutoring, mentoring, and wellness support under one roof. The conversation also highlights Marquette’s Jesuit mission of inclusion and community, extending beyond campus into Milwaukee. And, as Thanksgiving approaches, the guests share their personal traditions that remind us what connection and gratitude truly mean. PLUS: Quick Two Up business headlines and a price check on The Upswing Coffee Index

As the holiday season takes off, The Upswing, presented by Horicon Bank, sits down with two guests offering distinct perspectives from the runway to the boardroom. Jet Out’s Matt Wild shares insights into the evolving world of private aviation — where accessibility, flexibility, and efficiency are redefining how business leaders and families travel. Wild also offers universal tips to make flying smoother for everyone: avoid connections when possible, sit near the front, and plan ahead to reclaim valuable time on the road (or in the sky). Then, Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) Director Brian Dranzik joins host Jeff Sherman to preview the busy holiday travel season from a commercial standpoint. Dranzik discusses MKE’s ongoing improvements — including a new parking guidance system and the soon-to-open Central Standard Craft Distillery Crafthouse & Kitchen — and reminds travelers that choosing their hometown airport saves more than just money: it saves time, builds community, and reduces stress. Tune in for practical advice, hometown pride, and a look at how Milwaukee continues to elevate its travel experience — one flight at a time.

Jeff Sherman explores Milwaukee’s holiday buzz with Marcus Hotels’ John Wise and Roundy’s dietitian Emilie Williamson — from festive dining trends to smarter grocery shopping this season.

Jeff Sherman spotlights Milwaukee changemakers — Running Rebels’ Victor and Dawn Barnett and Mumbies founder Bradley Will — who are transforming lives for local youth and dogs alike.

Marquette University President Dr. Kimo Ah Yun and Dr. Manal Hamdan, director of Marquette’s predoctoral program in oral and maxillofacial radiology, join Jeff Sherman for a conversation on technology, mentorship, and the future of education. Dr. Hamdan spotlights cutting-edge advances in dental care — including how artificial intelligence is transforming both patient outcomes and the training of tomorrow’s dentists at Wisconsin’s only dental school. Dr. Ah Yun shares Marquette’s broader commitment to preparing students across disciplines for an AI-driven future and discusses his Charting Our Course tour, a nationwide rollout of his vision for the university. Plus, Jeff closes the show with the latest on coffee prices in The Upswing Coffee Index and news of a new exclusive coffee brand debuting at the Baird Center.

Doors Open Milwaukee returns September 27–28, giving the public a rare chance to explore some of the city’s most iconic and exclusive spaces. Jeff Sherman is joined by Ray Hill, executive director of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive BID, and Grace Fuhr, events director at Historic Milwaukee, to preview this year’s event. Hill explains how Business Improvement Districts fuel neighborhood growth and shines a light on the development momentum along Historic King Drive. Fuhr highlights standout buildings on this year’s tour — including the Wisconsin Club and the Uplifting Mansion — and shares how Milwaukee takes cues from other cities to keep Doors Open exciting and fresh.

In this episode, Jeff Sherman sits down with Colton Grebe, fourth-generation co-owner and chief strategy officer of Grebe’s Bakery, to talk tradition, innovation, and the launch of Grebe’s “store within a store” concept now open at Metro Market. Colton shares the bakery’s 1937 origin story, lessons from the International Baking Expo in Las Vegas, and how Grebe’s balances Milwaukee favorites like crullers with large-scale icons like Wisconsin State Fair Cream Puffs. Plus, Martin Moore from Koss joins Jeff to break down post-Apple-event iPhone wishes, Southwest Airlines’ seating shakeup, creative tactics in luxury real estate, smarter inbox habits, and quick-hit ideas to keep Milwaukee moving forward.

From Restaurants to Our Schools, WTMJ's Jeff Sherman talks to Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Food Critic Rachel Bernhard and Hunger Task Force's Jonathan Hansen

This week, WTMJ's Jeff Sherman was joined by Tamara Key, an Army veteran, owner of The Herbal Key Apothecary and the Wisconsin ambassador of the CJ3 Foundation, a nonprofit that provides services to wounded and disabled first responders, veterans, and current military service members. In response to increased customer demand for holistic and alternative health solutions, The Herbal Key Apothecary is relocating and expanding its operation and services to 117 N. Thompson St., in Oconomowoc. A grand opening event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jeff Sherman also was joined by Rich Kirchen, senior reporter at the Milwaukee Business Journal. The Upswing is presented by Horicon Bank.

Join Jeff Sherman as he talks with local restaurateur and entrepreneur Jesus Gonzalez about his food truck park and new venture that makes bringing food trucks to events as easy as pie.

Jeff Sherman meets some of the vendors at Summerfest this year including Mae'Rose Naturally Rooted, Howdy Hat Bar, Bandit MKE and Unfinished Legacy.

Jeff SHerman was joined by Stacy Bartsch and Sarah McManus from Milwaukee's Betty Brinn Children's Museum on new exhibits and how they educate children. PLUS: Koss Headphones' Martin Moore to talk about the latest technology trends.