Matt Flynn

Matt Flynn Direct

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Matt Flynn Direct is a no-holds-barred political conversation. Matt shares his perspective as a former chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin and decades as a Milwaukee attorney. Right, left, or center, Matt takes on all callers. Broadcasts live 2 - 4pm weekdays across Wisconsin. Listen Live: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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Matt Flynn

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civicmedia.us

Latest episode

Feb 2, 2024

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Episodes

Tim Michels Does Not Respect Wisconsinites 17.10.2022

Callers continue the conversation on Tim Michels and his rude comments about Wisconsinites during the debate. A caller informs on the state of inflation and the disingenuous nature of using annual reports rather than continual three-month averages.

Hang It Up, Chuck! 17.10.2022

Matt speaks on politicians who refuse to cede their positions to new generations, such as Sen. Chuck Grassley. He also shares his hopes for Trump’s inevitable indictment and updates on the ever-changing Russian-Ukrainian war. Matt also talks about the debate this weekend between Tony Evers and Tim Michels.

Social (in)Security (Oct 14, Hour 2) 14.10.2022

Callers continue the discussion on social security as well as last night’s Johnson/Barnes debate. Matt updates on the continuing string of “mysterious” deaths in Russia. He also highlights the absurdity of the claims made by election result deniers, even among Republicans in their primaries.

The Tables Begin to Turn on Trump (Oct 14, Hour 1) 14.10.2022

Matt unpacks the results of yesterday’s January 6th hearing, extrapolating to other related events. He also discusses the future of social security and Medicare/Medicaid.

Women Deserve to Fight (Oct 13, Hour 2) 13.10.2022

Matt discusses the gerrymandering of the entire election process, from voting districts to electors. He and some callers dispute Tucker Carlson’s claims that women do not belong in the military, providing concrete examples of successful women in militaries.

Treasonous Tucker (Oct 13, Hour 1) 13.10.2022

Matt updates on yesterday’s Marquette University Law School poll results and how important it is to vote in this election. He and some callers hypothesize about the consequences people like Ron Johnson and Tucker Carlson would face if they acted this way during WWII. Matt informs us on the oil situation in Saudi Arabia.

… Or They’ll Be Taken Away (Oct 12, Hour 2) 12.10.2022

Matt elaborates further on how the current US Supreme Court’s implementation may be unethical and what the possible solutions may be. He also speaks on what the future looks like for senior citizens if Republicans are elected into office this Fall. Spoiler: it doesn’t look good.

Know Your Rights… (Oct 12, Hour 1) 12.10.2022

Jill Biden is visiting Milwaukee on Wednesday, October 13th to speak to the Milwaukee Teachers Education Association. Matt also speaks on the margin of error on absentee ballots in Philadelphia and how recent Supreme Court rulings obstruct voters.

Van Orden’s Ordeal (Oct 11, Hour 2) 11.10.2022

Matt continues to cover current Republican positions and their implications as he goes over some unique difficulties with the upcoming midterm election.

Out-of-Touch or Malicious Leadership? (Oct 11, Hour 1) 11.10.2022

Matt brings us the daily update on the Russian-Ukrainian war. He then presents a collection of quotes and proposals from current Republican candidates across the country to provide a holistic preview of what is to come should they be elected.

Matt Takes Your Calls (Oct 10, Hour 2) 10.10.2022

Matt discusses obstacles faced by poll workers around the nation. He also takes calls on various subjects and goes over violent acts committed by those who supported the January 6th insurrection.

Barrages of Missiles, Money, and Mud (Oct 10, Hour 1) 10.10.2022

Matt updates on the recent Russian missile barrage in Ukraine. He also talks about Donald Trump’s new demands regarding classified documents. The Inflation Reduction Act is another point of discussion.

“All Barns Are Better After the Rats Are Run Out” (Oct 7, Hour 2) 07.10.2022

Matt takes your calls on the Mar-a-Lago documents and the potential prosecution of Donald Trump. He also urges us to stay hopeful and do our part in this election season.

Lawyers and Laboratories (Oct 7, Hour 1) 07.10.2022

Matt updates on the January 6th Oath Keeper trial. He also goes over the recent discovery of Dr. Oz’s alleged animal cruelty.

Poison, Both Political and Literal (Oct 6, Hour 2) 06.10.2022

Matt takes your calls on misleading campaign advertising and cash bail reform. He also speaks on recent developments with “rainbow fentanyl,” as well as more outlandish claims from people like Donald Trump and Herschel Walker.

Excuses for Espionage (Oct 6, Hour 1) 06.10.2022

Matt updates on the (accidentally) newly published list of Mar-a-Lago documents. He also criticizes the lack of a code of ethics for Supreme Court Justices.

Your Vote Always Counts (Oct 5, Hour 2) 05.10.2022

The final hearing for the January 6th insurrection has been tentatively scheduled for October 13th, and Matt calls for decisive action. He also takes your calls on Ron Johnson and perseverance during election season. Some other callers bring up the importance of rhetoric and the implications of calling people fascists or criminals.

Trickle of Truth (Oct 5, Hour 1) 05.10.2022

Matt discusses the glacial pace of investigations into Donald Trump’s stolen documents and Ron Johnson’s apparent involvement in the January 6th insurrection. He also talks about what eliminating cash bail would entail.

Caller Variety Hour (Oct 4, Hour 2) 04.10.2022

Callers voice concerns about non-native Wisconsinites governing the state, as well as our tendency to ignore positions below the top of the ballot, like lieutenant governor. Some other callers discuss economic conditions and involvement in Afghanistan under President Biden.

Apathetic Justice (Oct 4, Hour 1) 04.10.2022

Matt updates on conditions of the Russia-Ukraine war, including the suspicious death of Russian Railway manager Pavel Pchelnikov. He discusses the increasing number of politicians and media personalities who appear to be incompetent or maliciously obstructive in ways that would not have been acceptable in past political seasons. He and some callers discuss clear crimes committed by Donald Trump an...

Step Up for Democracy (Sept 30, Hour 2) 30.09.2022

Matt speaks on Moore v. Harper and how independent state legislature theory could heavily destabilize America’s democracy.

Bad Faith Politics (Sept 30, Hour 1) 30.09.2022

Matt discusses election machine tampering and other ways individuals attempt to hinder the voting process. He and some callers talk about politicians who do not appear to act in good faith as public servants.

Constructive Criticism (Sept 29, Hour 2) 29.09.2022

Matt discusses politicians changing their stances on critical issues since 2020. He also takes calls on immigration and refugee policy, as well as abortion. Next, he covers the investigation into the secret service response on the January 6th insurrection. Matt returns to the topic of the federal budget stopgap and state voting laws.

Where Did the Money Come From, Where Did It Go? (Sept 29, Hour 1) 29.09.2022

Matt informs on the varying levels of success each gubernatorial candidate has had in fundraising, as well as campaign strategies that he considers unsportsmanlike. He discusses the flow of money and power in drug trafficking, disaster relief, and communist Russia. Matt also draws attention to the ethics of the Supreme Court.

Our Annual Federal Budget Hostage Situation (Sept 28, Hour 2) 28.09.2022

Matt takes more calls regarding campaign advertising, and advises on ways citizens can meaningfully support their favorite candidates. Matt also talks about the potential consequences of an upcoming test vote on the federal budget. Electoral vote reform was also discussed. He emphasizes the importance of voting for the Supreme Court judges.

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