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Celebrities are no stranger in space, but it seems one metal music pioneer wants to end his career with a concert on the moon ...we have a lot of questions. 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...

The ever evolving state of The Epstein Files doesn't seem to end with the president now saying to release the files and calling for the DOJ to investigate Democrats who may have been named, all while the survivors seek justice and the concept of "accountability" withers on the vine. And Trump spoke to a reporter in such a way, that we don't really have words to explain the disrespect . Then, Pat K...

In space, nobody can hear you commit bank fraud. This was the case for an astronaut and her estranged wife and we want to know...are there ATMs in outer space? 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...

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. For Audio Sorbet, we want to know: the weather was nice and Christmas lights are up, but do you wait to light them until after Thanksgiving? And to celebrate another great show, w...

The Wisconsin GOP now cares about nutrition when it comes to the people ...who are on SNAP. Then, beef prices are going way up and with no change in sight, the Trump Administration is doing its best to explain why and blame the usual suspects . Then, Civic Media's News Director Chali Pittman joins us to talk about all the news we may have missed over the weekend including the report cards for Wisc...

Welcome to the weekend and we hope your day is going well and to help make it even better - a finely curated episode from our favorite moments of the show! Let's start it off with a great conversation: Erin Kelly is the owner of Kelly's Greens in Wauwatosa and she joins the show to talk about another provision from Congress that would close the loophole (aka the law) on hemp products, which would...

In the second hour, we're talking to Civic Media's Political Editor Dan Shafer in this land of recombobulation and it's time to talk about the Chicago Raid from ICE . For Audio Sorbet, we'd like to get your thoughts, but we won't have pennies to give as The US Mint will no longer be producing them ...it was a good 200 year run. And we're gonna finish up the week with a heapin' helpin' of This Shou...

Beer has a very very long history. Whether you're talking a simple six pack from the store or the first ones brewed over 10,000 years ago , beer is part of our culture, but that doesn't mean you have to drink EVERY one we find . 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 “ Thi...

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here . Whether we're talking here a t home or across the country, the jobs market is looking bleak and it's hit hard in Oshkosh with a major announcement . And if you ask the president, we don't have the people or talent . Next, DEI is super bad...unless you're Kai Trump . Then, Civic Media's Political Editor , Dan Shafer joins the show and we create an area of...

Erin Kelly is the owner of Kelly's Greens in Wauwatosa and she joins the show to talk about another provision from Congress that would close the loophole (aka the law) on hemp products, which would have devastating consequences for the dispensary owners, as well as the customers . We also discuss the Wisconsin lawmaker who is leading the charge to apply the federal measure to the state, you should...

In Canada, it's all about helping the community. Whether it's donating some clothes or giving a grandparent a ride or operating a city bus through the city, because people need to get places ! 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...

The government is open (finally) and it seems more and more like the Democrats caved, as nothing they were fighting for will be taken up , including and most importantly, tax credits for those on The ACA . Speaking of Healthcare, the GOP know there's a problem, they REALLY wanna fix it , but currently have no plans, except for maybe a reboot . And yesterday we spoke about a small provision in the...

Our friend and Civic Media's own Dr. Kristin Lyerly joins the show to give us perspective on the big stories coming out of the medical (and political) world including HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s thoughts on Ozempic and how it can "help" . In today's installment of Audio Sorbet, one of us came a'limping into the studio, because their body just stopped functioning, so we want to know: When...

Science is amazing...evolution is amazing... but tree climbing reptiles that swoop down on their prey ? Yeah, we're glad this one is gone. 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 podc...

In a not so shocking story, if you're looking for SNAP benefits , you might have to go somewhere else for your nickels , but if you're a rich Senator and want a cool $500K in your wallet, look no further than the United States Government , because they have you covered . Next, new information has been released by House Democrats regarding President Trump's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein , but t...

In the second hour, Wisconsin State Representative Francesca Hong is running for Governor and she joins the show to discuss her campaign and what she will bring to the table . We also talk about running in an age of Trump and Mamdani . Then, for Audio Sorbet, we want to know from you: What is your time waster of choice? Finally, we're closing it out right with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - The Dingo...

If you live in Australia and you need to make yourself seem way more interesting at dinner parties, maybe you can get this animal as a pet, because who wants a dog ?! 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 o...

Today is Veterans Day and we take a moment to remember those who gave so much for this country , which is why we, as a country have a duty to take care of them in their time of need, unfortunately, our GOP lawmakers in Madison don't feel the same way . Then, Civic Media's very own Todd Allbaugh is our guest and we're talking about how everything is affordable now, regardless of how little informat...

Do you have a pesky stain in your sheets that you just can't seem to get out? A hotel in Fargo may have a unique solution to your problem. 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 podc...

Medicare complexity unraveled; Wisconsin Senior Medicare Patrol Program Director Ingrid Kundinger joins Jane for a discussion. She separates the essentials of traditional Medicare from privatized Medicare Advantage plans. While original Medicare offers broad coverage, it lacks certain benefits like vision and dental care, often necessitating supplemental policies. Medicare Advantage can fill these...

With Greg out for the day, political consultant Joseph Zepecki kicks off the show breaking down the Senate's tentative government shutdown deal, noting the short-term funding fix only delays healthcare cost woes. The episode also touches on the Trump pardon saga, sparking outrage and revealing potential cracks in his coalition. Then, Civic Media News Director Chali Pittman joins Jane to discuss th...

We have a great show curated for you today with some of our favorite moments from this week including a huge announcement!! After 44 years in radio, our friend Jane Matenaer will be retiring at the end of the year . She shares her thoughts on why it's time to hang up the headphones, as well as her plans for after she says goodbye ! We hear from so many people in and outside of Civic Media, sharing...

In the second hour, Dan Shafer is sticking around to talk about what Tuesday's election means for Wisconsin and discuss the hurdles for both parties in the 2026 campaign season. Next, State Superintendent Jill Underly is finally addressing the shocking story coming out of the Department of Public Instruction . We discuss new measures of access, oversight and highlight that all of this is the resul...

Do you love late 60's psychedelic rock, as well as 19th Century satirical comedy? Do you want to lease a burial plot with an option to buy? If you answered "yes" to all questions, well there's a lottery in Paris that might be of interest to 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...

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here . It seems as if the president is tired of trying to convince the people that prices are coming down as he declared his point with some real "dad energy". In breaking news, Wisconsin's FoodShare program is fully up and running according to Governor Tony Evers. Then, every Friday we're joined by Civic Media's Political Editor Dan Shafer to recombobulate all...