Maino and the Mayor

The guys talk about whether or not we'll see 6+" of snow today. Brittney Merlot is excited about it. Still, we're not quite as enthused. Then, it's a Trucker Thursday. Maino tells a story about buying a CB back in the day and hearing "lot lizards" trying to drum up business. Then, the boys debate on what's going on with UWGB Men's Basketball. It's been a rough season. Maino asks the question: If I...

Noel Halvorsen from NeighborWorks Green Bay is in to talk about the need for housing in our community. NeighborWorks has served Green Bay neighborhoods and the broader community with homeownership preparation services, down payment and closing cost assistance lending, community-interest real estate development, and other services. Then Nikki Z. joins the show to discuss some of Maino's snacking ch...

Tom Drzewiecki from Bayside Ice & Marine Recovery joins the show to talk about ice safety this year and how to stay safe if you decide to go out on the ice. His advice includes getting a float suit, having your ice picks, taking someone out with you, ensuring you have an air horn and whistle, and checking in with loved ones throughout the day. Tom also says with the forecast calling for snow a...

The guys discuss everything from this week's weather forecast to the Aaron Rodgers miniseries on Netflix. Maino gives the program a thumbs down, and The Mayor says he wouldn't waste his time watching it! Maino also discusses the Superior Dome in Michigan. It's the largest wooden dome in the world, but Jim doesn't believe it. Todd looks it up, and Maino is right! Jim comes up with ideas for marketi...

It was 80 years ago today that the Battle of The Bulge took place in WWII, and 100-year-old veteran Jack Kraszewski joined the guys with memories of that very day. Not only did he serve our country, but he also came back and became a cheesemaker and later a brewer of Schlitz beer in Milwaukee. A wonderful gentleman that we are honored to have met. Then another guy we are honored to know, Ace Champ...

A very festive hour starts with Renee Main from the Salvation Army joining to talk about the need for more donations during this year's kettle campaign. You can donate your time to ring bells, donate to the campaign in person, or log onto their website to give. Lisa Mitchell joins from Bosse's News & Tobacco in DePere to let us know about a book signing taking place this evening at the shop. T...

Maino waltzes in at 6:04. We go live at 6:06. Dude didn't miss a beat when we cracked the mics. Legend! The conversation automatically turns to how to start fires. Maino admits he's set himself on fire twice, besides the time he started his crotch on fire learning to weld. Then Todd discloses the secrets of marketing coordinator Jesse's cookies from yesterday. He baked them, but they were toll hou...

Kristen Ambos stays around to provide more information on financing your new home. Check her out on her website at Point Mortgage . Then Michael Bailey from the music group STEEM joins to discuss their excellent holiday show, " For Kids from 1 to 9 2," which will take place in Marinette this Friday night. Nikki Z. also clarifies a few things from the Mayor's holiday party. Maino and the Mayor is a...

The show is all over the place this morning, and we like it that way! Conversations start with classic TV shows, such as the 60s and 70s heartthrobs on TV, and Maino sings the theme of "Here Come The Brides." Then Kristen Ambos from Point Mortgage swings in to talk about buying a house this time of year in Wisconsin. John Miller from NBC26 called in and gave his thoughts on yesterday's Packer win....

Packers win on a Sunday night game, so everyone is in a good mood! A little conversation about the Mayor's holiday party on Saturday night reveals that Maino didn't get to eat much but left with a bottle of vodka. Then Civic Media's Brittney Merlot joins us to give us a glimpse at the forecast for the week ahead. While we have a few chances to get snow over the next few days, we may hit temperatur...

More from the Simple Life Hospitality Party House across from Lambeau Field! Brad Toll joins from  Discover Green Bay  and he tells the guys about some of the projects they're working on to help local businesses prepare for the NFL Draft. Whether you're a business or just a family looking at making a few bucks over the draft, check out Discover Green Bay's website for tips and details on...

This is an hour of wonderful guests! Mark Husen from Bellin Sports Medicine sticks around, and we have added Green Bay Press-Gazette Sports Reporter Scott Venci. They continue conversations on college basketball programs. But then, in our Football Friday segment from Burkel's One Block Over , we feature former Packer Darrell Thompson on the show—great memories of his time in Green Bay. Then Ashley...

Mark Husen joins from Bellin Sports Medicine is in the house and talks about making sure you're dressing properly for getting outdoors, whether you're exercising or just walking from one location to another. The bitter temperatures and winds can damage skin very easily. The guys also discuss healthy options at holiday parties. Jim says, "I think parties always have healthy options. Nobody eats it,...

After a great show with Simple Life Hospitality yesterday, the guys announced the winner of the tips from the Pour Pints for a Purpose event on Wednesday night at Zambaldi Beer . The results: John - $214. Jim- $269. Those tips and other donations went to the Alzheimer's Walk For A Cure . The meanderings reveal that yesterday was the anniversary of Jim's engagement to his wife, Dona. It was quite a...

More from the Simple Life Hospitality Party House across from Lambeau Field! Brad Toll joins from Discover Green Bay and he tells the guys about some of the projects they're working on to help local businesses prepare for the NFL Draft. Whether you're a business or just a family looking at making a few bucks over the draft, check out Discover Green Bay's website for tips and details on how to make...

Another hour from our Simple Life Hospitality Party House across from Lambeau Field. We're lucky to have Kim Paul from Vintage Rose Bakery & Sandwich Shop in the house. Kim and her team provided great sweets and sandwiches for the show this morning. She also shares how they started the business and named it after her mother, Rose. Then Nick Kozloski, the Deputy Chief of Police of Ashwaubenon,...

The guys hit the road this morning with Simple Life Hospitality to talk about rental properties for the NFL Draft, Packer games, and simple long weekend getaways! We're live right across Lombardi Avenue in the shadow of Lambeau Field! We have it all going on this morning including our in-house DJ, Steve Ellingson from The Music Caterer , and Kimberly Paul from Vintage Rose Bakery and Sandwich Shop...

Shannon Cohen from the New Community Shelter co-hosts with Jim this morning, and they welcome Alanna Parmn from Western Racquet & Fitness . (She's also Jim's trainer). Her advice for holiday eating is just to eat one. Moderation. She also suggests bringing something healthy if you're asked to bring a dish to pass. Alanna also lets us know that Western has several specials for the New Year. Jen...

We're happy Molly Yatso-Butz joins Jim and Shannon Cohen to talk about the Day By Day Shelter in Oshkosh. What started as a 6-month-a-year warming shelter has expanded to a 365-day-a-year shelter, providing shelter, food, services, and more. The shelter provides temporary shelter, individualized services, and opportunities for self-sufficiency to empower the most vulnerable adults in the community...

Maino has the morning off, and Shannon Cohen from the New Community Shelter joins Jim in welcoming Michael Friedman from Simple Life Hospitality . Jim and John are doing a live broadcast from one of their party homes near Lambeau Field. The "Field Of Dreams" house is at 1167 Shadow Lane, and you're welcome to come out during the live broadcast or until Noon. While out there, you can sign up to win...

Frank Hermans with Frank Me Be Frank Productions is in the house. As always, he's got so much going on, including suggesting stocking stuffer ideas for gifts. Why not give the gift of live shows at a theater? He is also hosting a trip to Ireland and is inviting you along! Check out Journeys Unlimited Travel for the details. Then Cari Josephson from The Walk to End Alzheimer's and Abigail Malcolm w...

Heather Heil from the Green Bay Children's Museum stopped by to talk about an event coming up on Thursday in Green Bay that will raise money for K9 units in the area. The Bark N' Blue Foundation provides funding and resources for police K-9 units to acquire the best available tools to maintain the highest level of public safety. Maino mentions the time he was attacked by a K-9 unit on purpose. The...

The guys are pouring beer at a special event Wednesday night to help raise money for the Alzheimer's Association. They're concerned they don't know how to pour a proper beer. They get advice from our listeners and Google. Then, they discuss tips and tattoos. Carol Brady vs. Shirley Patridge. They also discuss some of the needs at the New Community Shelter in Green Bay. If you'd like to help out, c...

If you need a kick-start to get in the holiday spirit, the guys have you covered! The hour begins with Andy Parks, and the Brown County Civic Music Association is in to promote their Thursday night show with Copper Street Brass Show . It will be a night of great Christmas and Holiday music. Then Ashley joins from From The Ash Tree and Lisa joins from Green Bay Bartender . They also have a wonderfu...

Our first guest of the hour is Matt Vanden Avond, owner of Mass Appeal , which provides screen printing, embroidery, and promotional products. Matt is a 21-year Navy veteran who has also worked in real estate and decided to take a turnkey business and make it his own. He also gives Jim and John a lesson in screen printing. (Do you have any Thoughts on what the products they worked on might look li...