Daybreak w/ Brian and Jamie

What do you look for in a candidate? Their policies or rather their character? We are joined by Civic Media reporter Melissa Kaye to discuss a proposed data center in Wisconsin Rapids. Also, have you been able to get your kids into summer camps? They’re expensive and hard to get a spot in. Links relevant […]

Guest: Melissa Kaye

Today’s headlines include a dating app for… anti-vaxxers? After Swipe or Stay we talk about changes to voting, as the Trump administration is moving to restrict voting by mail. Later we talk about the legality of living in an RV in Wisconsin. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at […]

Have your property tax assessments caught your attention? We give you a quick civics lesson to clear up what it means. We also discuss how great our country is, or rather how worrying things are.  Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram […]

Guest: Parker Olsen

Severe Studios meteorologist Mace Michaels joins to give us an idea of what severe weather Wisconsin is facing this week. Also, should judges recuse themselves from cases that involve people who donated to their campaign? Later we discuss a topic we didn’t think we would have to. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about […]

Guest: Mace Michaels

After the headlines we play games of both Swipe or Stay and Fact or Fiction. Later we’re joined by Civic Media reporter James Kelly to discuss the president’s visit to the Chippewa Valley.  Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram and Spotify. […]

Guest: James Kelly

The Trump administration has announced millions in funding for a Wisconsin coal mine. Meanwhile the Forest Service is looking to close locations to save money… not much money though. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram and Spotify. Follow Civic Media on […]

Guest: James Kelly

Lena Motolla, the owner of Lena’s Northern Pines Resort, tells us about the effect high gas prices have on Northwoods tourism. Meanwhile the failed Wisconsin surplus bill is still in the mix. Later we talk about the president trying to protect college sports before we get into good stories from around the state in Dairyland […]

Guest: Lena Motolla

We kick off the hour with headlines, including a little preview of the president’s visit to Wisconsin today. Also in Wisconsin news, a PFAS lawsuit has been settled. Later we’re joined by the founder of The Working Majority, Pete Sacoviac, to talk about the group and their tour around Wisconsin. Links relevant to the hour: […]

Guest: Pete Subkoviak

Want to adopt a cow? Now you can! June has become a political month as Republican governors make alternatives to Pride month. Also, we help you prepare for Banana Ball’s visit to Milwaukee this weekend. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram […]

Guest: Pete Subkoviak

Civic Media reporter James Kelly joins us from the Chippewa Valley, where a new treatment center is opening. Later we talk to Ruth Schmidt, executive director of Wisconsin Early Childhood Association. She tells us about how the lack of funding will affect childcare providers. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media […]

Guests: Ruth Schmidt, James Kelly

We play a game to help us get to know the Wisconsin gubernatorial candidates for governor. If you play the lottery and win, the winner wagon may be heading your way. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram and Spotify. Follow Civic […]

We let you know about some of the great state parks you could go to this weekend for free. Meanwhile we cover stories from Congress, including a war powers vote, and a push to cut election security funding. Meanwhile an election in Alaska may get confusing. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the […]

Older generations miss out on government benefits, to check what benefits you could get go to benefitscheckup.org or call the National Council on Aging helpline at 1-800-794-6559. Civic Media reporter Melissa Kaye tells us about upgrades going to Alexander Field airport in Wisconsin Rapids. Later we discuss a decline in homelessness. Links relevant to the […]

Guest: Melissa Kaye

After headlines from pop culture and the news we learn about two streamers who have been barred from entering the UK for their scheduled speaking appearances. Also, did you know Appleton is home to the nation’s oldest Flag Day parade? Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow […]

New Jersey is now suing an ICE facility to inspect it after the private facility has had complaints on the conditions. We also discuss providing mental health support to students in school. Meanwhile an artist is suing FIFA over the destruction of his mural. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media […]

Guest: Melissa Kaye

That surplus bill that got killed by the Wisconsin Senate? Governor Tony Evers and Speaker Robin Vos want to revisit the bill. At the Pentagon the press has been removed from their own office. Meanwhile the Universities of Wisconsin are yet again contemplating a tuition increase. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the […]

Passing on healthcare because of the cost has become a more common thing as premiums rise. We also talk about the day’s headlines, coming from the news and pop culture worlds. Meanwhile a historic lighthouse is set to be dismantled. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow […]

It’s Pride Month so we ask how safe the state is for the LGBTQ+ community. Meanwhile both political parties think that Iowa is the key to getting control of Congress. Also, a new polar bear has arrived at Madison’s Henry Vilas Zoo. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at […]

State budgets are getting hit by administrative expenses in order to take care of new Medicaid work requirements. Meanwhile, the Wisconsin Supreme Court will be looking at the congressional map again. We also talk about “forever” toilet paper. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show […]

Affordable housing is in the news as Wisconsin is getting a little hope thanks to a private affordable housing project. Also, we have a fun kite flying story that is flying across the state. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram and […]

The weather may be the next major issue facing farmers as “flash droughts” approach on the horizon. Meanwhile a curfew has been put in place in New Jersey after protests at an ICE facility. Also, do you want to see a concert at the movie theater? Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the […]

Are apprenticeships the answer to addressing the teacher shortage in Wisconsin? We also discuss the pain of dealing with drug addiction. Later we take a look at what lessons political parties could learn from the previous elections. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on […]

Rusty Schultz, executive vice president of operations at Platform Communications and formerly a Wisconsin Republican strategist, joins to dissect Tom Tiffany’s campaign messaging. We also play a game of Who Said It as we celebrate 100 shows. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on […]

Guest: Rusty Schultz

The CBS news program “60 Minutes” has seen another change. Inflation appears to be getting worse. Meanwhile Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein are the target of a public art display. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram and Spotify. Follow Civic Media […]

We take a look at social media posts by politicians and political parties, we point out the hypocrisy. Later we talk to Brittany Carloni from Wisconsin Watch about the rifts that appeared within Wisconsin political parties during the recent budget deal collapse. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at […]

Guest: Brittany Carloni