What's On Tap

From a mother and son, to a father and son; plus, a musical pastor. Sandy Maxx gives you a cultural preview of the 2026 World Series for the Milwaukee Brewers

Sandy Maxx highlights the best things to do in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin this weekend, including Milwaukee Brewers World Series watch parties across the area. She also previews Halloween events like Spooky Safari at the Milwaukee County Zoo, Trick or Cheese at the Milwaukee Cheese Bar, Witches Night Out in Port Washington, Fall Into Fun in Kenosha and Bark to the Future at Boone and Crockett. Plus, Sandy shares details on the Kohler Food and Wine Festival and the National Mustard Museum’s 40th anniversary celebration. Find the full list of events and links by texting “TREND” to 855-616-1620. The We...

World Series fever takes over What's on Tap as Sandy Maxx celebrates the Milwaukee Brewers' historic postseason run through the eyes of family, music, and film. Brewers outfielder Garrett Mitchell's mother, Shannon Van Dyke, shares emotional stories of watching her son grow from Little League to the World Series. At the same time, Grammy-winning Milwaukee native Cheryl Pawelski reflects on the 1982 Brewers and the connection between baseball and music. Ueck documentary producer Jeremy Coon joins Sandy to discuss Bob Uecker's lasting legacy, the film's future, and his experience producing and editing the cult classic Napoleon Dynamite. Plus, Sandy explores World...

Milwaukee native and Omnivore Recordings co-founder Cheryl Pawelski joins Sandy Maxx to discuss her lifelong love of the Milwaukee Brewers, the heartbreak of the 1982 World Series, and the excitement surrounding the 2026 team. Pawelski also explores the similarities between music and baseball, how both bring people together, and why EMF’s “Unbelievable” is the perfect soundtrack for the Brewers’ World Series run.

Filmmaker Jeremy Coon joins Sandy Maxx to discuss Bob Uecker’s lasting impact on Milwaukee, the Brewers’ World Series run, and the documentary Ueck. Coon also explains the film’s future, previews its return to Wisconsin theaters, and shares behind-the-scenes stories from editing Napoleon Dynamite, including the movie’s iconic dance scene.

Shannon, the mother of Garrett Mitchell, shares the stories and advice of raising a little league baseball player and her and her family's reaction to the Milwaukee Brewers reaching the World Series.

The Milwaukee Brewers are headed to the 2026 World Series, and Just a Bit Outside documentary director Sean Hanish shares the emotional experience of watching the Brewers clinch the National League pennant at Dodger Stadium alongside his 14-year-old son, the same age Hanish was during the legendary 1982 Brewers World Series run. Hanish joins Sandy Maxx on WTMJ's What's On Tap to reveal his plans for World Series Games 1 and 2 in Milwaukee, discuss the possibility of a new documentary about the 2026 Brewers, and share details about special encore screenings of Just a Bit Outside at Marcus Theatres across Wisconsin on October 21–22.

Brewers fever reaches new heights on What's on Tap as Sandy Maxx celebrates Milwaukee's sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers and the team's return to the World Series! Sandy invites listeners to share their memorabilia from the 1982 Brewers while musician and pastor Brian Mitchell discusses his new Brewers-inspired anthem, "Win Our Way." Artist Olivia Lombardi joins Sandy to talk about her artwork for the Brewers, including creations for the NLCS and Pride Night, while the Milwaukee Art Museum gets into the postseason spirit with a special broom exhibit. Plus, Just a Bit Outside director Sean Hanish shares his firsthand experience...

WTMJ's Sandy Maxx celebrates the Brewers on the artful side with woodworking mosaic artist Ike Wynter and talks to "Just A Bit Outside" Director Sean Hanish on how the 2026 Brewers resemble the 1982 team.

WTMJ's Sandy Maxx joins WWMN to look at some of the products being manufactured by local companies to memorialize this year's historic Brewers season!

Sandy Maxx highlights some of the best things to do in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin from October 15 through October 18. This weekend’s picks include a Brewers NLCS Game 4 watch party at American Family Field, National Cheese Curd Day at 3 Sheeps Brewing, Fall Gallery Night MKE, the Hunting Moon Pow Wow and Elkhorn Oktoberfest. Families can also enjoy Halloween Haunts, Boo at the Zoo, fall festivals, historic home tours and pumpkin-painting events. Plus, Sandy previews Milwaukee Theater Week, the closing weekend of Gypsy, concerts from Wynton Marsalis and “Weird Al” Yankovic, comedy, and the Breakthrough T1D Walk. The Weekend Trend is spo...

Just a Bit Outside director Sean Hanish joins Sandy Maxx to compare the 2026 Milwaukee Brewers' remarkable postseason run with the legendary 1982 World Series team. Hear behind-the-scenes stories from his interviews with Robin Yount and other Brewers legends, why he believes this team shares the same chemistry and heart, and why Wisconsin fans are embracing another unforgettable October.

Brewers fever takes over What's on Tap as Sandy Maxx celebrates Milwaukee's 2026 NLCS run against the Los Angeles Dodgers with stories from fans, artists, and special guests! WTMJ's Libby Collins shares her experience at American Family Field, while woodworking artist Ike Wynter discusses his Brewers-inspired creations and his whirlwind day attending both a Packers and Brewers game. Just a Bit Outside director Sean Hanish joins Sandy to compare the 1982 and 2026 Brewers teams and explain why the original American League champions are cheering on this year's Crew. Plus, actor Andrew Varela talks about his Wisconsin sports connections, Milwaukee Theater Week, and...

From baseball statues covered in Brewers fans' love to crew-inspired tattoos. Sandy Maxx is here to get you ready for the NLCS from the streets of Milwaukee

Sandy Maxx has a packed edition of What's on Tap, celebrating Milwaukee's arts, culture, food and Brewers postseason excitement! Sandy previews Milwaukee Theater Week, upcoming concerts and weekend events before welcoming Louella Dooley Menet and Karina Twidel to discuss the Borscht-Off at Turner Hall and its celebration of Ukrainian culture. Pabst Mansion Board Chair Mame McCully shares details about the mansion's candlelit Illuminating the Dark tours and the importance of preserving Milwaukee history. Plus, Sandy revisits conversations with ESPN Milwaukee's Josh DiMaggio and Brewers superfan Mark "The Doorman" Simons about their love for the Crew, while highlighting Mauricio Ramirez's baseball...

Brewers fever continues on What’s on Tap as Sandy Maxx celebrates Milwaukee's NLDS victory and looks ahead to the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a special visit from Bernie Brewer! Sandy revisits manager Pat Murphy's heartfelt, imagined letters from Bob Uecker and shares Ueck documentary co-director Steve Farr's reaction to the team's postseason success. Plus, a Brewers fan's unusual Racing Sausage hat, a roundup of weekend events across southeastern Wisconsin and Erik Bilstad's Moment of Brew feature. For The Song You Need to Hear, WTMJ listener John from Kenosha performs his original "Ode to the Crew," bringing a...

The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx! We’re talking tattoos as the Villian Arts convention is in town this weekend! Plus, pumpkin beers, Oktoberfest celebrations, and a Ghostbusters watch party. Oh, and of course the Brewers!

Brewers fever continues on What’s on Tap as Sandy Maxx celebrates Milwaukee’s postseason excitement through art, tattoos and music. ESPN Milwaukee’s Josh DiMaggio shares the story behind his Racing Bratwurst tattoo and his hopes for Game 4 against the Padres, while Sandy highlights giant baseball statues at the Milwaukee Night Market featuring artwork by Mauricio Ramirez. Ueck documentary co-director Steve Farr joins Sandy with an update on the film’s travels outside Wisconsin and his thoughts on the Brewers’ playoff run. Plus, Sandy explores Brewers-inspired tattoos and features Rick Hagopian’s “Are You a Brewers Fan Too?” as The Song You Nee

Brewers fever takes over What’s on Tap as Sandy Maxx gets ready for Game 3 of the NLDS by asking listeners to show off their Brewers tattoos. Superfan Mark “The Doorman” Simons shares the story behind his seats above the visitors’ dugout, his connection to former Brewer Sal Bando, and what the atmosphere was like at American Family Field during Games 1 and 2. Sandy also revisits Wisconsin’s Morning News’ conversation with Brewers chaplain Father Jerry Herda. Plus, The Song You Need to Hear gets a ballpark twist with “Narco” by Blasterjaxx and Timmy Trumpet, William Contreras’ walk-up song.