Hometown radio refreshed
Civic Media is leaning into local radio to keep Wisconsin communities informed, entertained and connected.
Civic Media launched in 2022, and already covers most of Wisconsin.
We’re building a state-wide radio network that broadcasts local news, thoughtful commentary, and handpicked music–from the Sha to Richland Center and all the way up north. So hold on to your cheeseheads, because we’re just getting started.
VIEW COVERAGE MAPCivic Media launched in 2022, and already covers most of Wisconsin.
We’re building a state-wide radio network that broadcasts local news, thoughtful commentary, and handpicked music–from the Sha to Richland Center and all the way up north. So hold on to your cheeseheads, because we’re just getting started.
VIEW COVERAGE MAPTune into your community.
Our shows speak to the issues that matter to Wisconsinites, from the county board to high school football, from supper clubs to Lambeau Field, and everything in between. We believe radio plays an important role in strengthening our communities by focusing on what is happening here and now…in our everyday lives.
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A fresh approach to find common ground.
It’s hard to ignore national headlines, where everything is framed in partisan terms: red/blue, left/right, black/white. These issues are important, but focusing too much on Washington deadlock makes us feel powerless, and distracts us from hometown problems we can actually solve. That’s why we are prioritizing local, regional, and state news and commentary–it’s our best opportunity to find common ground and revitalize our democracy.
ABOUT CIVIC MEDIA
C is for Civic.
If you want your buttons pushed with made up “facts,” dubious theories, and questionable truthiness, we might not be the ones for you… but give us a try anyway! You may find the dialogue-based, respectful format of our shows a wee bit refreshing. Because we can disagree on the issues, but we all still believe in democracy—that’s why we made Civic our first name.
Radio for a digital world.
Broadcast, streaming, podcasts — the power of the spoken word now travels across many different channels, and we’ve covered them all. From the car to your phone to your smart speaker, whether you’re listening live or catching up with the podcast, our shows go the distance.
SHOW PODCASTS
UpNorthNews Radio with Pat Kreitlow
"UpNorthNews Radio with Pat Kreitlow" is Wisconsin's new home for daily conversations about the state's latest headlines and stories. It's a radio extension of what UpNorthNews founding editor Pat Kreitlow premiered in January 2020 as a website, social media posts, and a daily newsletter—a place for fact-based news coverage that is informative, conversational, and not afraid to stand for something. While dedicated to Wisconsin hometown radio, the daily UpNorthNews Radio program can also be heard live on multiple online platforms. Pat is a longtime Wisconsin journalist and former state legislator who lives in and produces the show from along Lake Wissota in Chippewa Falls.
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The Earl Ingram Show
The NEW Earl Ingram Show, where Earl has come home--with more guests than ever. Tune in weekdays at 8am-10am for news, happenings, and YOUR opinions.
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As Goes Wisconsin
As Goes Wisconsin with Kristin Brey is a daily radio show and digital media initiative that believes there is a fun, innovative, and uncomplicated way to talk about state and local politics while still celebrating all things Wisconsin. We create content that informs, entertains, and inspires civic engagement because it’s up to all of us to do our part to keep Wisconsin moving forward. Broadcasts live on weekdays 10am-12pm across Wisconsin.
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The Todd Allbaugh Show
“Pursuing the truth wherever it may lead,” Todd Allbaugh offers a unique perspective on growing up in SW Wisconsin, 30 years in politics and government as a former Republican, and current events. With a self-described “mutt resume,” Todd has done it all--from bailng hay to hosting presidential visits, owning a coffee business to helping call a Final Four. Join the conversation!
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Matt Flynn Direct
Matt Flynn – Direct is a no-holds-barred political conversation. Every afternoon, Matt shares his perspective as a former chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin and decades of experience as an attorney in Milwaukee. Right, left, or center: Matt takes on all callers and remember, you’re not woke if you don’t know history.
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The Maggie Daun Show
When talking heads, personal opinion and fact-free gossip are all we see in today's news, it's time to find something real. Maggie Daun cuts through the nonsense to get to what matters. We bring you the beats, motifs, and hard truths that transcend the false narratives of winners and losers, us versus them, and makers and takers to help us reconnect in our shared values and common purpose, so that we all prosper together. Whether you're left, right, center or none-of-the-above--we have never worked harder to bring you the information you rely on most.
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