The Todd Allbaugh Show

Onions are one of the most polarizing foods, and they seem to be everywhere. This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: onions or no onions?  Pete Schwaba of Nite Lite is in Madison, so he joins us at the bottom of the hour to talk about some of his favorite NFL moments and sports movies. He also covers some of the biggest movies of the week.  The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Med...

Today marks the beginning of the NFL draft in Green Bay! Civic Media’s brilliant Sports Reporter Mike Clemens is on the scene, and he calls in to paint us a picture of the event preparations. We also listen to a report from our very own Teri Barr on the draft.  While they don’t always come out on top, the Green Bay Packers have always led the NFL in terms of culture. The great Vince Lombardi...

This afternoon, Trygve Olson sticks around as Todd asks us What’s Worse: shaving or flossing? Neither are particularly enjoyable chores for most of us, so we take your calls and texts on which one stings more.  At the bottom of the hour, Matt Solomon of Cracked.com joins us to weigh in on the 50th season of Saturday Night Live. He walks through how the show compares to older seasons and what...

Today is our first show at our new time of 2-4 pm! Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project follows us into the mid-afternoon to share his unique perspective on the news of the day. Like Todd, he is a native Wisconsinite and former Republican. Unlike Todd, Trygve has worked in politics at all levels around the world, including presidential campaigns and battling authoritarianism in Eastern Europe. We a...

Tia Nelson sticks with us as we continue to celebrate Earth Day! Also joining us this hour is freelance journalist James Edward Mills, known for his expertise on the outdoors and his work with National Geographic.  Tonight, Tia Nelson and James Edward Mills will be screening the documentary Planetwalker at Earth Fest. Learn more at earthfest.wisc.edu .  The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the...

Today, Todd joins us live from Governor Nelson State Park to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day. Wisconsin’s own former Governor Gaylord Nelson founded Earth Day in 1970. Today, his daughter Tia Nelson, a fantastic conservationist in her own right, joins us to talk about the history of this holiday and what we can do to pitch in.  Also joining us are Park Manager Mike Ring and Drew H...

In our second hour, Todd spends some more time remembering the late Pope Francis. He shares some of his memorable quotes and remarks from former President Obama.  This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: bad breath or body odor? Neither is a great smell, but which one makes you want to gag?  Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Signalgate controversy continues to balloon to increasingly disconcert...

This morning, Pope Francis passed away. Todd believes that this Pope was one of the greatest in modern history due to his humility and intentional reflection of Christ’s teachings over religious dogma. Regardless of one’s religion, Pope Francis’s focus on acceptance was admirable.  Today, our friend Matt Flynn joins us to talk about the Pope’s impact on Catholicism. In addition to serving as...

From Tuesday's show: How Trump’s Policies Are Wrecking Your Coffee (Hour 2) We welcome TJ Semanchin, Owner and President of Wonderstate Coffee ! He and his Viroqua-based business are part of what makes Wisconsin great. Wonderstate has developed relationships with coffee farmers around the world to ensure that they are fairly compensated for the excellent coffee they grow. However, from cutting USA...

To kick off our second hour, Todd continues discussing Bob Spindell’s lack of decorum in the Wisconsin Election Commission meeting. As his former boss Dale Schultz would say, Todd finds himself “in the heat of agreement” with our callers and texters.  At the bottom of the hour, Madison-based author Doug Moe returns to the show to talk about his latest book, Saving Hearts and Killing Rats: Kar...

In the last Wisconsin state budget, Governor Evers used his line-item veto power to extend public school funding increases for the next 400 years. As of this morning, our state supreme court has ruled that this move is constitutional and will stand. While many of us agree that funding schools is important, is this the right way to do it? Todd isn’t so sure. We take some calls and texts with your t...

This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: pity or ambivalence? We ask listeners to call and text in, but it’s no big deal. We have no strong feelings either way.  At the bottom of the hour, Todd brings us updates on two breaking news stories. Firstly, he brings new information on the shooting at Florida State University. Currently, six people are being treated in hospitals, but no casualties...

BREAKING NEWS: Before we kick off today’s show, Todd shares early details on an active shooter situation at Florida State University in Tallahassee. Stay tuned to your local news to hear more details as they become available.  Today, we are very excited to welcome Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich! He recently wrote a guest column in The Recombobulation Area on where the Democratic party should go...

This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: The Who or Led Zeppelin? We take your calls on these two classic bands.  At the bottom of the hour, we’re happy to welcome Tara Ariano back to the show! She is a prolific television critic known for her previous work on Television Without Pity and current podcast, Extra Hot Great . Today, Tara joins us to talk about some of the best and worst new sho...

This Wednesday, Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project joins us via phone to share his perspective on President Trump’s deportations without due process. As more information becomes public, things are looking even worse for the rule of law in our country.  At the bottom of the hour, we talk with some folks from United Wisconsin about fusion voting. Former Republican State Senate Majority Leader...

To kick off our second hour, we welcome TJ Semanchin, Owner and President of Wonderstate Coffee ! He and his Viroqua-based business are part of what makes Wisconsin great. Wonderstate has developed relationships with coffee farmers around the world to ensure that they are fairly compensated for the excellent coffee they grow. However, from cutting USAID to implementing nonsensical tariffs, the Tru...

This Tuesday, Pat Kreitlow of UpNorthNews Radio returns to sift through the latest constitutional crises derived from the Trump administration’s antics.  Big changes are coming in the Civic Media lineup! Starting on Wednesday, April 23rd, this will be the new schedule across most of the network:  6-9 - Mornings with Pat Kreitlow, powered by UpNorthNews 9-11 - Matenaer on Air with Jane an...

This Milwaukee Day, Civic Media Sports Reporter Mike Clemens joins us to talk about Wisconsin sports. After a rough start against the Yankees, the Brewers are picking up steam. Mike Clemens believes that the pitching is what’s making the difference.  This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: gas station bathrooms or fast food bathrooms? We take your texts and calls on the matter.  At th...

This morning, a crew of six women including Gayle King and Katy Perry made their way into space before safely touching back down. Todd watched live, and he gives us a recap.  Happy 414 Day! Dan Shafer, Founder of The Recombobulation Area and Civic Media’s Political Editor, joins us to celebrate Milwaukee. As part of 414 Day, paid subscriptions to The Recombobulation Area are 41.4% off, and th...

This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: laundry or cleaning?  At the bottom of the hour, eBaum’s World Managing Editor Peter Rapine is back for another week in review! These are real stories about crazy people doing crazy things.  Here are the stories Peter shared with us this week: Wisconsin Tiff Wants To Bang Your Grandpa (NSFW) Judge Blasts Plaintiff Who Submitted an A.I. Video of...

Tariffs continue to affect every industry around the world, including sex toys. Now, we can’t even afford to go screw ourselves!  We also hear a story of governmental overreach from political orphan and former Congressman Scott Klug. While Elon Musk and DOGE love to exaggerate government waste, it does happen. The solution is to apply common sense, not to indiscriminately cut programs. ...

This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: timidity or temerity? In other words, is it worse to lack confidence or to have too much of it?  BREAKING NEWS: Wisconsin Democratic Chair Ben Wikler has announced that he will not seek reelection this June. He has been enormously successful in this position, and we look forward to seeing where his career leads him in the future. Almost immediately a...

President Trump’s flip-flopping on tariffs continues to throw our country and the world into chaos. Small businesses and big box stores alike are already beginning to raise prices or shut their doors. We at The Todd Allbaugh Show are not financial advisors, but if you have the means, we do recommend making any larger planned purchases sooner than later. Stocking up on staples like canned food and...

This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: Taco Bell or Arby’s? We get a ton of responses. Listen in to see what everyone says!  At the bottom of the hour, Todd covers an important topic we haven’t yet been able to touch: the newly-passed GOP spending bill. Trump’s tax cuts for the wealthy have been increased and extended, as has the budget for ICE deportations. Many Trump appointees request...