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New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris? No, turns out the place to party is a small little town on the East Coast , because it has all the good stuff...in the wastewater. 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 Spot...

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here . There has been breaking news out of Utah where Police have apprehended a suspect in the shooting death of Right Wing Commentor Charlie Kirk. Angela Lang is the Executive Director and Founder of Black Leaders Organizing Communities (BLOC) and she is not only our co-host for the entire show, but also the author of a new piece in The Recombobulation Area abo...

It's not Friday, but when our Political Editor , Dan Shafer joins the show, it certainly feels like it. We expound on the discussion regarding the death of Charlie Kirk and how this connects with Dan as a public figure, journalist and a father. The CapTimes Idea Fest is also happening and Governor Tony Evers was there to speak . He spoke about whether he will re-gerrymander our maps in the face of...

We understand the actual reason you don't want to leave booze in a graveyard , but there are other implications too. Financial implications...we're saying vodka is expensive and dead people can't drink. 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 !”...

We send our hearts, love and support to all those affected by the tragic events of 9/11. We shall never, ever forget . By now you know about the tragic event in Utah that took the life of Right Wing Personality Charlie Kirk . And while this has sparked a lot of conversations on and off the air , a darker side has once emerged and we take a moment to step back and breathe. Our friend and colleague...

We get that Harry Potter has its fans and far be it from us here at Matenaer On Air Industries And Trowel Inspection Laboratories to tell people how to live their lives, but can't you hold it until you find a proper loo ? 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 “...

Rick Reid is an economics instructor at Fox Valley Technical College and he joins the show to help put the very nuanced top if US Economics into terms we can understand. Recently, President Trump has been suggesting that The Fed Chair Jerome Powell should lower interest rates to help boost economic growth and Rick tells us why this probably isn't the greatest move for us . And even though it's Wed...

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos along with his colleagues who look WAY into being there, had a press conference about a package of new bills and task forces focused on the future fate of Wisconsin, but don't ask too many questions, as there isn't much in the way of what experts call "details". Then, Andra Watkins is New York Times Bestselling Author as well as the creator of the Substack "For Such A Ti...

In the second hour, we continue our conversation regarding the fate of Public Broadcasting due to The Corporation For Public Broadcasting closing this month . We speak with Brian Wadsworth, The Chief Operating Officer for Native Public Media . He speaks about the need for Tribal Stations , the work NPM does for those stations and a handshake deal with a South Dakota Senator to provide help . Then,...

Here at Matenaer On Air Industries And Spark Plug Manufacturing, we feel the only thing about this young man's story that shouldn't be , is the way he was punished for simply helping a friend and driving carefully! 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 Sh...

The cost of health care will be going up for everyone , but even more so folks using the ACA . With those hikes creating huge problems for those who utilize it, but thanks to Wisconsin's only working Senator, those costs might not be as harsh . And we love having him here - host of Mornings with Pat Kreitlow, Mr. Pat Kreitlow himself joins us to discuss the Republicans who support Senator Baldwin'...

We won't speak for any of you, but it seems like one Lego is enough, why would anyone want to endure hundreds, if not thousands . 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 your pod...

Groundswell Collective is a grassroots organization with a mission of bringing people together to work towards common goals . Today, Jeremiah X. Gómez and Marilyn Heyden join us to talk about the work of their group a movement to bring more access to transit , as well as bringing their advocacy and voice to the concern of child care in Walworth and Wisconsin. And this was a great show, so we're go...

Welcome to Monday and welcome back to the show! We kick things off with a story out of the Governor's Office and what he wants to get done in his last year in office . We also want to know: what do you want to see accomplished in Wisconsin before 2026 The Midterm Elections? Then, Civic Media's Sports Director Jimmie Kaska is our guest to talk about a comfortable win from The Packers , the undeniab...

Welcome to the weekend, we hope it's full of nothing but relaxation and cool beverages (or hot, depending on the weather). This week, we have curated a fine show with our favorite segments and discussions. Jon Shelton is a Professor at UW-Green Bay  as well as  the President of AFT-Wisconsin . He joins us to talk about his experience at Laborfest this year,  the open letter sent to the candidates...

It's Friday, we are joined by Civic Media's Political Editor and Founder of The Recombobulation Area , Dan Shafer to go over all the big stories, including a Milwaukee lawmaker leaving her party , Wisconsin Democrats with a bold move for 2026 and Republicans are once again freaking out, over words . Then for Audio Sorbet, we want to know; what are you superstitions when you watch The Packers play?...

Congratulations America, we did it...or more so we didn't do it, which when it comes to this "snack", is definitely a plus . Also, anytime Europeans look down their noses at this, feel free to use this story as evidence against the claim. 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....

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here . If you live in Wisconsin, the Big Bill For Billionaires will hit and it will hit hard . Maybe not today or tomorrow, but sooner than you know and we want to always remind people about the politicians who voted for the wealthy and not the people. Also, RFK, Jr. went to Capitol Hill and it did not go well , but there is one big take away . Then, we are join...

In our second hour, Jim Santelle sticks around to talk about a ruling out of Los Angeles which could have great impact on Milwaukee if The Felon President continues to occupy American cities. It's Thursday, which means we catch up with Civic Media's Award Winning Meteorologist Brittney Merlot , because Fall is coming, even if the warm temperatures are fighting back. And just like with the weather,...

Is it love? Is it evolution? Is it just bum luck, because one snail is a really good dude and he can't help the way he was born ...come on lady snails, give him a chance. 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, App...

Kicking off the show, we are hot under the collar about this one. It seems that two housing sites for Vets are going to be closed down and lawmakers in Madison can't seem to get it together enough to approve it. Also, it's Robin's money, we're just asking for it, but when someone doesn't honor the Popcorn King, well the Assembly Speaker get his ruffles in a tuffle . Then, Civic Media's very own Ji...

Far be it from us to judge, but we're going to, completely. And if you find your heart leads you to a smelly body of water with the need to swim , great...just please shower before you tell us about it. 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 !”...

In the second hour, we are very happy to welcome Darin Von Ruden to the show. He's the President of The Wisconsin Farmers Union and every month he stops by to give us an update on what's going on in the farming world. This month, there is an "effort" to "reorganize" the USDA , which you can guess isn't "helpful" to farmers. He also gives us a rundown of what he and his colleagues will be discussin...

There is a lot going on in the news and even when it's happening outside the state, it still connects. A judge has ruled against the occupation of LA by way of The Felon President . Also, in a press conference from The Oval Office, the president announced a huge move , as well as another city to invade , all while the president of the Milwaukee Police Union is "thinking" about asking for "Help" ....

In our second hour, Jon Shelton is a Professor at UW-Green Bay as well as the President of AFT-Wisconsin . He joins us to talk about his experience at Laborfest this year, the open letter sent to the candidates of the 2026 Gubernatorial Race . He also talks about how vital the unions are and how it connects us all . Then Civic Media's very own Teri Barr is here to talk about her newest "Slice Of W...