The Deep Dive podcast by Milwaukee Independent takes a closer look at the stories that matter most, uncovering the layers of complexity behind today’s pressing issues.
From groundbreaking research to critical social movements and the intersection of local and global events, the podcast goes beyond surface-level coverage. Each episode connects the dots, explores nuances, and offers fresh perspectives on the issues influencing Milwaukee and the world. With a commitment to thoughtful analysis and meaningful storytelling, Deep Dive invites listeners to engage with the deeper truths behind the headlines.
- This episode explores the 175th anniversary of Forest Home Cemetery, Milwaukee’s oldest and most historic burial ground. As detailed in the piece Historic Forest Home Cemetery celebrates 175 years as Milwaukee’s beloved and enduring Silent City, the podcast traces the evolution of Forest Home from its 1850 founding by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church to its role today as a place of rest, memory, and civic identity. Featuring commentary from historian John Gurda, the episode reflects on the cemetery’s rich legacy, from grand monuments and family rituals to Indigenous mounds hidden for centuries, and how its preservation continues to echo Milwaukee’s story across generations.
Deep Dive is a Milwaukee Independent podcast
“Borealis” by Apple Inc.
This podcast series is available on iTunes and Soundcloud.
