Civic Media

Earl Ingram Jr. joins Dom for a post-debate breakdown. They dig into their biggest takeaways from the event, starting with Trump’s absurd claim that immigrants are eating pets in Springfield, Ohio. To be clear, immigrants are not stealing and eating pets in Springfield or anywhere else in this country. However, these words, especially when spoken by a former President of the United States on a nat...

Matt Rothschild joins Dom to chop up the debate. And wow is there a lot to chop. We start the hour by addressing one of the most shocking 3 minutes of the debate as Trump refused to share *any* regrets about his actions on January 6th, 2021. Then we compare the two candidate’s responses to questions on foreign policy, specifically addressing the Israel-Hamas war. Listen to what Trump says. Listen...

Y’all, that debate was fun to watch at times. Horribly infuriating and devastating at times- and so, so gratifying at others. We check in with Maggie Daun, Harvey Kaye, Matt Rothschild, and a whole host of friends on the phone about their reflections on the debate. We all saw a hell of a show from the two candidates and we’re taking a day- just one- to revel in how Donald Trump made a complete ass...

From critical thinking to hey- thinking critically. Dr. Tim Slekar joins Dom for the top of this hour. Tim is the co-host of BustED Pencils, a Civic Media podcast show for educated educators to highlight public education as the beating heart of our democracy. Suffice to say, as a fierce advocate for public education, Tim has some serious opinions about the suggestion that RoJo take over Wisconsin’...

Starting off, we address Ron Jonson’s latest nonsense about how “democrats are dividing the nation”. Next, whose finances are we more concerned about- Tammy Baldwin’s partner’s clients or multi-millionaire bank-owner Eric Hovde, who is himself running for Senate ? Dom’s guest for the second half hour is Harvey Kaye, Professor Emeritus of Democracy and Justice Studies at the University of Wisconsin...

We the People- what do those words even mean? It means we are stronger together than we could ever be when we tear ourselves apart. Dom chose to ink those words- We the People- onto himself, because he believes in them. In this hour, he and Earl discuss the importance of clinging to this simple truth- that together we are stronger than we are apart. In an age of intense division, some unity, some...

Setting the tone for his new show, Dom joins forces with Earl Ingram to hold Trump accountable for his nonsense. Yeah, we’re talking sanewashing – where media reports what Trump might have intended to say… without including everything that he actually said. So here you can expect to find what he really said, in all its unholy glory. For example, in a town hall style event, Trump fumbled his way th...

Jim Schmitt talk about alcohol recovery in Green bay with guests Laurence Dakota an alcohol and drug councilor, Jeremy, and Nicki. Jeremy and Nicki talk about there struggle with alcohol, what recovery has been like, and Laurence shares how you can get help. Jim and his guests talk about a recovery resource fair in Green Bay on September 8th. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network a...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by Vice President of Digital Marketing and Communications Discover Green Bay, Nick Meisner. Nick and Jim talk about The 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, how the draft is going to look in Green Bay, and how the draft will help Green Bay’s economy. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the p...

Host Jim Schmitt invites another host from Civic Media, Rational Revolution ‘s Mark Becker to the program this Sunday. Mark and Jim have been friends/coworkers for a long time, Jim was even at his wedding (not best man though…awkward). Mark Becker & Jim Schmitt April 2015 Mark Becker having been the former head of the Republican Party of Brown County and former Brown County Supervisor, talks b...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt welcomes the Executive Director of Health & Human Services of Brown County. Erik discusses what falls in his department, including services and programs. Details on funding, challenges in our community, and the fight against fentanyl are part of the conversation. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sundays at 11am on 97.9 WGBW. Subs...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by Andre Jaque . Andre talks about his background in politics as a senator. Andre shares what he is running for U.S Congress. Then Andre gives his thoughts on term limits, education, and Veterans. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to be sure...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by Roger Roth who is running for U.S Congress. Roger talks a bout his background in politics, his experience in the service, and Roger’s issues he wants to fix. Then Roger and Jim talk about the economy. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to...

Former Green bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by John Macco politician from Madison. Jim and john talk about the importance of voting whether its local or state. Then Jim talks about referendums in Green Bay. Then Tony Wied who is running for US congress joins the show. Tony and Jim talk about Tony running for congress, Tony’s Trump endorsement, and Green Bay. John Macco & Jim Schmitt Tony Wied...

Former Green bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by local business owner Shawn Zambarda. Jim asks Shawn how he got his start in the hospitality business. Then Shawn shares his ownerships of White Dog Black Cat , The Depot , and Waterfront Market . Jim and Shawn talk about the 2025 NFL draft. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the...

Former Green bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by Mandy Suthers, Mandy works for DarJune Recovery Homes, and is very involved in the community of Green Bay. Mandy shares her story of overcoming addiction. Jim and Mandy talk about addiction in Green Bay. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by Bob Stillman a friend and enthusiast of Green bay. Jim and Bob talk about homelessness in Green Bay and what steps are in order to help out the city. Then Jim is joined by Dave a guy who has been homeless in Green Bay for 28-years. Jim asks what Dave he is doing to recover, Dave shares what its like being homeless for so long. Lean Local is a part of...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by John Macco, politician from Madison who isn’t running anymore. Jim and John talk about local politics in Green Bay. Why you should get in touch with your community go to school board meetings, or go to board meetings. Then John and Jim talk about the history of the 4th of July. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s f...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by Downtown Green Bay Executive Director Jeff Mirkas, and On Broadway Brian Johnson. Jim, Jeff, and Brian discuss what great things are going on in Green Bay and what things to expect. Jim asks about the parking situation in downtown Green Bay, what events are coming up, and how can downtown and On Broadway accommodate 20-30 year old’s better to keep th...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is back for another episode of Lean Local. This week Jim focuses on alcoholism in Wisconsin. Jim is joined by Bruce Bellen and John Plageman of ADRC of Brown County. John and Bruce share their thoughts on alcoholism in Wisconsin in the late 1900’s. John shares how he works to get people who need help in to AA meetings. Bruce shares personal stories with alcohol a...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by Development Director Cheryl Renier-Wigg and Deputy Development Director Matt Buchanan, two leaders of the Economic Development in Green Bay. Cheryl and Matt talk about projects economically in Green Bay. talks about the carnivore project in Green Bay. Jim finds out about more businesses being developed. Jim asks about the new development on Cherry St...

Jim meets with winners and runner ups from the 2024 WBA Volunteer Awards . Director of Donor Engagement & Marketing Kari Moody from Curative Connections joins Jim this afternoon discussing the needs and accomplishments of this program. Celebrating their 75th anniversary, starting out as a polio clinic. Whatever the community has needed, curative pivoted to become what they needed. Curative Con...

Jim sits with the Director o f Freedom House Ministries : Jennifer Schmohe and Executive Director of House of Hope : Shannon Weinandt to discuss how homelessness affects more than just individuals. It affects families, children, anyone who just cannot make ends meet. Freedom House takes in families, large ones even with a goal to find a home in green bay and get them connected with stable housing....

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by two guys who he has met thorough working at the New Community Homeless Shelter. They tell stories on how they faced homelessness and how the New Community Shelter helped them. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to be sure not to miss out o...

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by Mary Kardoskee, Village President of Ashwaubenon. Mary shaeres how she got interested in politics, the makeup of the Ashwaubenon village board, and what preparations the village is making for the 2025 NFL draft. Jim is joined by District 12 Alderperson, Kathy Hinkfuss. Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 P...