Avery Lea Rogers is a producer for WPR’s “Wisconsin Today.” Formerly a producer for “St. Louis on the Air” at St. Louis Public Radio, Avery graduated with a Master’s degree in Sound Art from University of the Arts London. Avery’s work in journalism has garnered several awards including a 2024 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award, and their sound art has been exhibited overseas in both London, England and Shanghai, China. Avery is also an avid musician, but above all, she is a dog mom.
Avery Lea Rogers
Latest Posts
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This Wisconsin writer tried homesteading for 15 years in the Driftless Area
A new book of essays by Wisconsin author Tamara Dean reflects on homesteader life in the Driftless Area of Wisconsin.
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Milwaukee housing nonprofit offers advice as Trump tariffs increase prices and uncertainty
A Milwaukee nonprofit expects tariffs to make new housing and renovations cost more, but it says homeownership is still attainable for Wisconsinites.
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Wisconsin writer turns his ‘lifelong obsession’ of researching cultural icons into new book
New essay collection by a Wisconsin children’s book writer shares how Wisconsin became key to the lives and careers of 100 influential people.
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As new tariffs are implemented, Wisconsin leaders focus on trade ties with Germany
Wisconsin’s economic ties with Germany are in focus for state politicians as new tariffs are put in place.
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UW-Milwaukee philosopher considers the paradoxes of life in new poetry book
John Koethe reflects on what it’s like to be alive with existential, thoughtful poetry reflecting on his life’s work in philosophy and academics.
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‘GOLD’ explores misogyny, bodily autonomy in a rural Wisconsin exotic club
“Gold,” the second film by an award-winning, Green Bay-based documentarian explores the lives of women who work as exotic dancers at the Gold Nugget, an exotic dance club in rural Wisconsin.
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Lake Superior shipping season starts early as Soo Locks begin to open
The biggest of the Soo Locks has opened ahead of schedule this year, signaling the start of Lake Superior’s shipping season.
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Why do Madison’s buildings all seem shorter than the Capitol?
You asked, so we found out why it seems like Wisconsin’s Capitol is visible from anywhere in Madison.
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LGTBQ+ groups meet Trump’s attempts to ban gender-affirming health care with lawsuits, community building
National advocacy group PFLAG sued President Donald Trump, temporarily blocking an executive order that would ban gender-affirming health care for people under 19 from moving forward.
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How new tariffs on Mexico and Canada affect Wisconsin industries
President Trump implemented new 25 percent tariffs on most goods from Canada and Mexico and increased tariffs on imports from China. Wisconsin businesses are figuring out how to adjust.
