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On this shopping day, we have a story about commerce and pure, unbridled fear. But maybe the bear involved just wanted to find some values ? 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 11:52 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you g...

Good morning and welcome to our Black Friday episode! Fully pre-recorded, but all new and with amazing guests, including Shawn Phetteplace and Corrine Hendrickson from Mainstreet Alliance and they are joining us to t alk about how small businesses are being hit hard by the tariffs and what we can do to help, not just on Small Business Saturday, but everyday. As always, thank you for listening, tex...

Jane and Greg, along with Pat Kreitlow dive into a lighthearted Thanksgiving show, covering everything from Packers football to snow forecasts across Wisconsin. They discuss the importance of safe driving in snowy conditions and the value of infrastructure investments like Highway 29. The conversation shifts to debates over road expansions versus mass transit funding, sparking spirited opinions ab...

We've come across another case of a company thinking the know what the people want , when in fact they created something akin to Hell, in edible form. 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 11:52 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wher...

Today, it's all about Thanksgiving with Jane Matenaer, Greg Bach, and Pat Kreitlow. They discuss the joys and challenges of holiday prep, including cooking tips like sous-vide turkey, and the importance of kindness in customer service. Weather alerts hint at a snowy weekend for Wisconsinites, urging caution for travelers. The show takes a humorous turn with clips of Trump’s bizarre turkey pardon s...

In hour two, we welcome Dr. Gabriel Velez, who is an associate professor and developmental psychologist at Marquette University and we're discussing how technology is not only affecting our teens, but adults. We also talk about how adults can meet kids half way in order to understand the struggles of our young people in a very fast, very changing world . For Audio Sorbet, we're celebrating the lif...

Of all the topics we've spoken on, this one might rank in the top 5 of ALL things that should not be and really hits on the point of "Ask us before you do 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 11:52 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or where...

Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, well we must be talking about Foxconn, because they are back in the news with the announcement of new tax breaks for the company who promised so much , back in the day. Next, lawmakers are making it clear that whether its making America great or healthy or fair, its not about us, its about their billionaire friends . Then, Elizabeth Pancotti is the Managi...

In the second hour, our friend and Civic Media's very own Dr. Kristin Lyerly is here to talk about a new piece of legislation from a Wisconsin State Representative and her crusade for "Clean Water" . For Audio Sorbet, we want to know: What is the most Midwestern thing about you and if you don't want to, that's absolutely fine, sorry for asking. And it's time to round up the fun and celebrate with...

If you think its a good idea to implant technology into your body in order to be a better magician, please consult your technology friends , first. 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 11:52 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get...

The economic future for small businesses around the country are not looking great and though we don't want to speak bleak, but we want to remind you that if you're going to be shopping for the holidays, please shop local, it makes a difference . And when it comes to flu shots and other vaccinations, Wisconsin is not doing well and we want to know, WHY?!?! Then, we welcome Civic Media's very own Pa...

Zeke Faux is an investigative reporter for Bloomberg Businessweek and Bloomberg News . He is the author of "Number Go Up" and joins us to talk about Cryptocurrency, its history and how its place in The US Government should noticed . Then for Audio Sorbet, we celebrate the life and work of Jimmy Cliff, who passed away today at the age of 81 . His music steeped in joy and finding the good , so we wa...

Today's episode is really a great representation of how badly you can get burned, even by the ones who love 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! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for lis...

If you enjoy all the wonderment of the Wisconsin's beautiful outdoors, we have some bad news and yeah, it's about money , because our lawmakers don't really think about investing. Then, the bringer of transparency and greatness that is DOGE, is gone ...and at what cost ? Next, Brenda Cárdenas is the 11th Poet Laureate for Wisconsin and she joins us to talk about how you become the Poet Laureate ,...

We know you're busy, so we've curated a bite size (a fun size, if you will) version of the show with our favorite moments from the week that was. Bryan Walsh is the Senior Editorial Director for Vox  and he joins just to talk about  why were are so attracted to bad news  and with his  Good News Newsletter , Bryan is helping to keep those positive stories in our lives. Then,  Paul Trebian from The...

In the second hour, we continue a discussion from earlier this week regarding Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and his unstoppable mission to keep anything of worth from happening in Wisconsin , especially if you're a woman. Next, ding dong, the gambling bill is dead and those against it are surprising . On today's Audio Sorbet, we're celebrating the release of Wicked For Good and we want to know - what...

A company in Singapore is finding out the hard way what happens when AI is asked the honest questions about what to do in the ways of "love"...and where to find knives. 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 11:52 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple...

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here . As mentioned in the past, the immigration policies from the Trump Administration is affecting our famers in ways which were absolutely discussed last year, yet here we are. Also, the lack of oversight of ICE agents, coupled with a lack of consequences begs the question " What do you do when you're in the wrong place at the wrong time ?" Then, Civic Media'...

Healthcare and insurance are in heavy rotation if you're watching the news, specifically affordability and access . But fear not, the administration has a plan which puts the power of the purse in your hands . Then, the holidays are coming so when you're making your list, check it twice for location and age, because some people don't deserve presents (looking at you meemaw!) Next up, it's time for...

Buying or selling a home is no easy task, and that task is made far more difficult when the work crew gets the wrong address and you're out one driveway (and porch). 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 11:52 a.m. for “ This Shouldn’t Be A Thing !” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or...

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos is back in the news and not just in Wisconsin , as he continues to roadblock new moms from the healthcare they need . And in the last few weeks of business in Madison, the GOP is taking up bills which convolute and slow down the election process which is what we need before they go home for break. Then, we welcome Jim Santelle back to the show to talk about the big stori...

When we think of "the worst criminals", do you get think of a nanny from Venezuela ? Thoughts so, but this is how a couple were treated as they were ambushed and deported . And here we thought it was about going through the process and following the rules ...? Next, if it's good for the people, well, it's gone. This is evident as a convenient tool, established by The Biden Administration, as well...

When it comes to the fair treatment of the prison population, we were thinking more on the lines of access to appeals or therapy or education. We didn't really have "Australian food stuffs" on the list....but here we are. 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 11:52 a.m. for “ This Shoul...

On the last day of the Wisconsin State Senate, they're working to make sure the real concerns of the people are addressed kill education . If you want to know exactly how much of your tax dollars are going to the voucher program, click here . Next, an update on the online gambling bill in Madison and the unlikely detractors . Then, we speak with Amy Tubbs. She is a journalism instructor at Pulaski...

The president has said he has a solution to the ongoing health care crisis in this country and you guessed it, it's another check . We ask you to tell us how you would solve the problem and it is pretty unanimous on what the fix would be (See Canada, Australia, The UK) . Then, Paul Trebian from The Holiday Folk Fair is back to talk about this year's event and how the exploration of one's culture,...