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Congressman Glenn Grothman would like to see the Department of Defense trim a couple hundred thousand employees . Why? He's hearing things from people...people are saying. Next, our soybean markets are falling apart in America, but don't worry, one man inside the Trump White House thinks it's covered and we don't need to panic. Then, Civic Media's News Director Chali Pittman joins us to go over th...

The weekend has arrived and you want to get caught up, so good job! You rock!! We have a great curated best of show for you so enjoy. A government shutdown seems to be imminent , because  an agreement which can't be met  and it will affect us all, so  we look at what some of impacts felt  if and when this happens and why, in a situation like this -  accountability is key, so says The President of...

It's Friday, which means it's time to Recombobulate the news with Civic Media's Political Editor Dan Shafer and whether we like it or not, we're in the political season with new candidates and today we talk about two people in the governor's race - one who has entered and another who is "seriously considering" it, again . We also discuss a faith leader who has been convicted and sentenced (sort of...

Here at Matenaer On Air Industries And Crunk Juice Labs, we won't tell you to break the law. We will tell you to be an upstanding citizens and own up to your mistakes. And if those mistakes cost you nearly $20,000 because you "thought you had a good idea", we're gonna make fun of you . And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to  janesays@civicmedia.us  and we might use it on the show...

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here . We are in day 2 of the government shutdown and the loss of jobs is on the horizon with The Republicans not only trying to shift the blame , but also convince the people that this isn't making them so very happy (guess what? It is .) Then, Lisa Schiller is from The Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin and she joins us to talk about all of the latest scams i...

The second hour opens up with more news regarding Wisconsin farmers and the continual loss of market strength in the matter of soybeans . Next, with Halloween quickly approaching, the treat is always the delicious candy, but the trick seems to be the price . And its Thursday, which means we talk sports with our Guru, Journal Sentinel Writer JR Radcliffe and we're excited about The Brewers playing...

We're not experts on public works or construction or many things, but if you're gonna go for a long walk, maybe take some breadcrumbs or a map ? And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to  janesays@civicmedia.us  and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get you...

The Wisconsin Supreme Court will be on the ballot next year (again, sigh) and a new candidate has entered the race and based on her record we think Rebecca Bradley will be happy with this choice . And then President Trump is meeting with the author of a book he never read , never heard of and they're deciding what agencies might be shut down , permanently. Then, Jim Santelle is the host of Amicus:...

This story has everything you love: vibrations, meters of green grass and utensils as part of the longest running competition involving racing worms . There, we made it sound exciting...you're welcome. And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to  janesays@civicmedia.us  and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” o...

In the second hour, we're discussing the shutdown and its affects on farmers , as well as the proposed bailout for farmers (and the $20B for Argentina ), which is due to the Trump imposed tariffs . And we have an "elegant solution" for getting something done for regular folks here in America. For today's Audio Sorbet, we want to know which home chore you're afraid to do. And if you're new here, we...

Here we are, once again; our Federal Government is shut down and while Democrats want to hold firm for health care and Republicans want colleagues to cross the aisle , the president sees this as an opportunity to do what he does best: inflict pain on regular folks like you and me. Ascension Hospital has exited United Healthcare and this is a big deal , so we speak with Dr. Kristin Lyerly about wha...

State Senator Kelda Roys (D-26) has officially declared her candidacy for Governor of Wisconsin . She joins the show to the importance of education for all ( and where your tax dollars actually go for this ), what she will bring to the budget process and why The Northwoods is worth fighting for, always. Then, for Audio Sorbet, The NFL has announced the Half-Time performer for The Big Game and it's...

If you're afraid that the robots will take over and make humans their servants, well rest easy because first, the machines are going to have to learn how to drive . And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to  janesays@civicmedia.us  and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or...

A government shutdown seems to be imminent , because an agreement which can't be met and it will affect us all, so we look at what some of impacts felt if and when this happens and why, in a situation like this - accountability is key, so says The President of The United States . Next, we want to know if Trump is OK...seriously . We aren't being snarky or mean, because there were two stories that...

We're always excited to have UW-Madison Wildlife Specialist David Drake on the show. Today we look at a problem in one part of the state with regard to chemicals and our ducks and it's time for the Monarchs to fly and we learn more about these gorgeous butterflies . Then, with coffee prices going up and belts getting tighter, so for Audio Sorbet - we want to know: Do you coffee ? And are you cutti...

Why does anyone do anything? We ask this question today as we have no idea why this DeKalb County guy did what he did ...maybe an elaborate art project? And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to  janesays@civicmedia.us  and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you...

It must be a crazy day if we're opening up the show with sports, but the Packers...played and The Brewers are the best team in the MLB all while losing the last regular season series, all while being a class act for the visiting team . Next, whether we like it or not, The Governor's election is heating up with one person in and one person out . Then, Civic Media's News Director Chali Pittman is ou...

Good day, good weekend and good job on being you! This week's finely curated episode has all the best bips and bops from our favorite moments. We start with our very own Dr. Kristin Lyerly  joins us to talk about  a topic we never thought would be a thing, but here we are . We also talk about how it's not about one or two or even three studies, it's about MANY studies and actually reading them. Th...

Civic Media's Political Editor , Dan Shafer is here every Friday to Recombobulate the news for us and there is never a shortage! What could be the biggest announcement for 2026 Gubernatorial Race was made this week and we see a different GOP candidate hit some troubles with their online "activity" . For Audio Sorbet, we're celebrating Doors Open Milwaukee and we ask you; what building would you ex...

We've all been there: you wanna eat your favorite meal. And that meal may or may not need toppings or condiments or seasoning. And YES, sometimes, the restaurant will be out of that needed "thing", but it's safe to assume, we'd accept that and let it go . And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to  janesays@civicmedia.us  and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday t...

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here . We've been talking about this for awhile, but it looks like the president will be looking to "bailout" the farmers , again. This time, he has a sure fire way to fund this plan, just like the last time . We recommend this book if you're looking for insight into the relationship between The GOP and The Heartland. Oh and apparently we're giving $20 billion t...

Congressman Mark Pocan (WI-2) joins the show to talk about the looming shut down , the importance of raising your voice whether at the ballot box or with your wallet and the true impact of the Big Bill For Billionaires . Then Paul Noonan is a writer for The Acme Packing Co. and he joins us to talk all things Brewers , Packers and songwriting! And we're real proud of today's This Shouldn't Be A Thi...

What's in a name? Well a lot, so much that this business isn't welcome to sell their wares at this world famous hospital . Looks like some people just can't take a joke... And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to  janesays@civicmedia.us  and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Ap...

Despite being a solid 246 days past " day one ", prices are not going down and Americans are being forced to make tough choices when it comes to rent, groceries and other expenses. We hear from our wonderful listeners on what they can and can't afford and why this is so impactful for our young people and seniors . Then, our friend Jim Santelle joins the show to talk about his show Amicus: A Law Re...

When you think of Wisconsin, do cranberries come to mind? They should along with the Warrens Cranberry Festival taking place this weekend ! We speak with Grant Holley, Executive Director of the Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association about that lovely fruit and why we are The Cranberry State! Then we talk to Civic Media's very own David Grant about a great fundraiser on 99.7 The Max and how...