Daybreak w/ Brian and Jamie

Have you ever relocated for work? One of Wisconsin’s US representatives has been aggressively trading stock, a practice that could come to an end. Also, “conversion therapy” is back in the news as conservative groups threaten legal action. Links relevant to the hour: Forest Service workers in Wisconsin may have to move after reorganization, union says Wealthy US Rep. Wied keeps aggressively tradin...

We bring you all you need to know regarding the headlines and a new homeless shelter in Wausau. Brittany Carloni, from Wisconsin Watch, gives us insight on the special session to ban partisan gerrymandering. Also… are you on the hunt for NeeDoh? Links relevant to the hour: What you need to know about a new homeless shelter opening in Wausau As Democrats surge, will Republicans take Tony Evers up o...

After stuff you need to know about gerrymandering talks and today’s pop culture headlines we dive into Missy Hughes’ plan for healthcare. Also, Governor Tony Evers has opened a door for DACA holders to get licenses for work.  Links relevant to the hour: Wisconsin GOP leaders keeping door open to partisan gerrymandering ban Advocates embrace Wisconsin law allowing DACA holders to obtain occupa...

What company has given money to Tom Tiffany? Also, the US might be getting closer to using the popular vote. Later, Secretary of Wisconsin Department of Revenue David Casey tells us about what we need to know this Tax Day. Links relevant to the hour: Has We Energies donated thousands of dollars to Tom Tiffany? US edges closer to popular vote deciding winner of presidential elections Learn more abo...

The Wisconsin Lions Foundation has a program to help schools support students with diabetes, Amanda Dehli joins to tell us about it. TMZ is opening up a DC office. Elsewhere, Circus World is celebrating America’s birthday. Links relevant to the hour: Wisconsin Lions TMZ starts a Washington DC office and coverage Circus World season celebrates America’s 250th birthday Learn more about the Civic Med...

National news and pop culture buzz kicks off the hour. Vice President of Federal Affairs and Advocacy Jon Hoelter from the Wisconsin Hospital Association tells us about a bill that may open hospital beds but could create other issues. Meanwhile Midwestern soybean farmers are feeling tariffs and other economic pressures.  Links relevant to the hour: Wisconsin Hospital Association Midwest soybe...

How might this housing bill affect homebuyers and renters? Brad Schimel sounded off against a law allowing unlimited party donations. Also, Wisconsin cyclists just got 250 miles of Mississippi trail. Links relevant to the hour: Senate housing bill that takes aim at institutional investors may do little for homebuyers — and could even hurt renters GOP law allowing unlimited party donations is ‘terr...

Heating and cooling for low-income homes could get more difficult. Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has conceded in his reelection campaign. Closing the show, what’s something you used to be able to do that you can’t anymore. Links relevant to the hour: Trump re-ups push to eliminate low-income heating assistance program LIHEAP Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is ejected after 16 years i...

Updates from Iran have us looking back to the 2016 Iran Nuclear Deal in today’s Civics Lesson. Also: Harley-Davidson wants you to remember that riding a motorcycle is fun. Links relevant to the hour: What was in the Iran nuclear deal and why did Trump withdraw the US from it? Harley-Davidson resets marketing to emphasize the ‘fun and joy’ of motorcycling Learn more about the Civic Media Network at...

Talks did not go too well between the US and Iran. The FAA wants gamers doing air traffic control. Surprise! Wisconsin will have a new athletic director. Links relevant to the hour: Failed US-Iran talks in Pakistan raise questions about fragile ceasefire The FAA wants video gamers to be the next generation of air traffic controllers UW athletic director steps down Learn more about the Civic Media...

A change is coming to the Selective Service System, we give our perspectives. Later Kory Hartman, owner of SevereStudios , tells us about severe weather facing Wisconsin. We start our weekend with good news stories from around the state in Dairyland Diaries. Links relevant to the hour: Eligible men will soon be automatically registered for military draft Several Wisconsin counties are under a floo...

After headlines from the news and pop culture worlds Heather DuBois from the Wisconsin Public Education Network tells us about Wisconsin’s issue with retaining teachers. Later we have a Civics Lesson on a lesser known part of the Constitution that could remove some government officials from office. Links relevant to the hour: Why do new teachers leave Wisconsin? New report shows retention red flag...

Good morning from Wisco… because people call it that apparently… We discussed the Brewers new jersey before diving into news that Republicans stopped an effort at curbing the action against Iran. In Wisconsin, Governor Evers is putting pen to paper on online sports betting. Also, how much is a sandwich at the Masters. Links relevant to the hour: Republicans block effort to halt Trump’s war with Ir...

After quick hits on headlines from the US, Wisconsin and the Middle East, we take a look at how important health care will be to the 2026 election. The 2026 Farm Bill has some fine print that brings concern as big tech companies enter the picture. Finally, we close the show with some chocolate chat. Links relevant to the hour: A preview of the role health care may play in the 2026 election The 202...

After news and pop culture headlines we are joined by Jimmie Kaska to discuss the many school referendums that voters were faced with in Tuesday’s election. We also discuss school consolidation with him before we end the hour with some commencement speaker talk. Links relevant to the hour: Wisconsin lawmakers propose bills to encourage school district consolidation Voters approve majority of schoo...

To start off the day we talk about things that we hunt for as adults. In today’s news, ICE agents lied about an incident in Minneapolis. A Wisconsin lab leader says that states are ready to pick up the slack where the CDC is backing away. Closing the hour we talk about unique “I voted” stickers. Links relevant to the hour: ICE’s story of a Minneapolis shooting fell apart. New video shows what happ...

This hour’s headlines include news that Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman has been unanimously voted out by the board of regents, also the kidnapped Wisconsin journalist has been released in Iraq. We also breakdown the Iran ceasefire deal. Later we’re joined by Brittany Carloni from Wisconsin Watch. We close the hour with… friction-maxing? Relevant links to the hour: Breaking down th...

We bring the latest from Iran after a deal for a ceasefire was reached but missiles continue to fly. After Swipe or Stay we chat with the founders of Eastbay Art Juedes and Rick Gering about their new book. Later we talk about the death of a pelican in Ashland County. Relevant links to the hour: “The Book of Eastbay” by Art Juedes and Rick Gering Ashland County pelican dies after being shot multip...

After some cake talk and Frank’s issue with his nephew’s team fundraiser we get into a ballots error in Green Bay. After the president’s threat to Iran yesterday some Republicans spoke up, we discuss. Then we close the hour with an air travel comfort debate. Relevant links to the hour: Wisconsin GOP files complaint against Green Bay clerk after more than 150 people received 2 ballots Republicans b...

This hour we continue to follow the evolving situation in Iran. Back in Wisconsin news, lobbying has hit a high in Wisconsin’s capitol. We also talk about a proposal from states to create domestic violence registries. Closing the show we check out some seasonal trends. Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows ! Follow the show on Facebook and Instagram . Follow Civic Media o...

We hit the headlines from around our nation and the pop culture world. In this hour there is breaking news from a post by President Trump. We also help with your plan to get out and vote today by letting you know what’s on the ballot, when polls close and more. Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows ! Follow the show on Facebook and Instagram . Follow Civic Media on X , Fa...

Wake up! It’s Election Day in Wisconsin! Meanwhile Governor Evers has signed bills that will address PFAS contamination, we discuss that and the president’s latest news conference about Iran. Also: how can you keep your brain engaged to lessen dementia risk? Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows ! Follow the show on Facebook and Instagram . Follow Civic Media on X , Faceb...

Jamie gives us a Civics Lesson about the 25th amendment before we’re joined by Ashlynn Kirk from UW-River Falls. Kirk tells us about new “cow vision” goggles that let you see what a cow sees. We close the show with some fun news you can use, this time it’s about coffee grounds. Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows ! Follow the show on Facebook and Instagram . Follow Civi...

The president posted a tweet with expletives and threats on Easter Sunday, we discuss in Stuff You Need To Know. Speaking of presidents, who will be the next one and who should the Democrat nominee be? We close with some animal rescue stories from around the country. Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows ! Follow the show on Facebook and Instagram . Follow Civic Media on...

We talk birthdays, Easter and cooking to kick off this week. Next we dive into more vetoes from Governor Evers. In national news, Liberation Day’s anniversary is here and we ask how you have been affected by tariffs. Later we check out some public art. Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows ! Follow the show on Facebook and Instagram . Follow Civic Media on X , Facebook ,...