Peter is returning to his alma mater this weekend, the University of Wisconsin – Madison, just in time for the big game against Michigan.
He’ll be broadcasting his radio show live from Camp Randall Stadium, where he’ll chat with Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle, as well some of the top CEOs and COOs in the travel industry (read on to find out who!) Featured guests include:
Scott McCartney, “The Middle Seat” columnist for the Wall Street Journal and author of The Wall Street Journal Guide to Power Travel, talking about a recent “travel junkie” field trip to meet executives, pilots and mechanics at four airlines around the world.
Jonathan Tisch, chairman and CEO of Loews Hotels, discussing the new generation of mobile travel applications and how travelers are responding.
Barry Alvarez, University of Wisconsin athletic director, sharing the strategies behind the University’s remarkable sports track record, with a combined 12 team national titles and 23 conference regular season or tournament crowns during his tenure.
Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle, sharing his initiatives to move the state forward with job growth, expanded access to health care, and increasing clean energy.
Simon Cooper, president and COO of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, revealing his biggest pet peeves about airlines, and the difference between flying in the U.S. versus Europe and Asia.
Marsh Shapiro, University of Wisconsin alumnus and owner of long-time campus favorite, the Nitty Gritty restaurant, talking about the city’s hidden gems and how the Nitty Gritty became Madison’s Official Birthday Place.
Kerry Sanders, NBC News Correspondent, reporting on the eco-initiatives and community preservation in luxury properties like the Inn at Palmetto Bluff in South Carolina.
Dan Hanrahan, president and CEO of Celebrity Cruises and a Madison native, sharing his insider perspective on both his home city and the cruising industry today.
Stephen Perrine, editor of Children’s Health, editor-at-large for Men’s Health magazine, and author of the upcoming book, New American Diet: Yes, You Can Change the World and It Starts With Changing Your Body, spilling groundbreaking secrets to weight loss … including supposedly healthy foods that may be making your fatter.
Shane O’Flaherty, president and CEO of the prestigious New Forbes Travel Guides, formerly Mobil Travel Guide, revealing which hotels, restaurants and spas were crowned with the coveted four- and five-star awards.
Tune in this weekend, or check out PeterGreenberg.com on Monday to listen to the podcast. And don’t forget to call in with your travel questions at 1-888-88-PETER (1-888-887-3837), or email Peter at peter@petergreenberg.com. (Write “ASK PETER” in the subject line so it doesn’t get rejected by our spam filters.)
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For more destination information, check out our Ask the Locals City Guide: Madison, Wisconsin.
