Daybreak w/ Brian and Jamie

Older generations miss out on government benefits, to check what benefits you could get go to benefitscheckup.org or call the National Council on Aging helpline at 1-800-794-6559. Civic Media reporter Melissa Kaye tells us about upgrades going to Alexander Field airport in Wisconsin Rapids. Later we discuss a decline in homelessness. Links relevant to the […]

Guest: Melissa Kaye

Wed Jun 3, 2026

43:23

After headlines from pop culture and the news we learn about two streamers who have been barred from entering the UK for their scheduled speaking appearances. Also, did you know Appleton is home to the nation’s oldest Flag Day parade? Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow […]

Wed Jun 3, 2026

43:38

New Jersey is now suing an ICE facility to inspect it after the private facility has had complaints on the conditions. We also discuss providing mental health support to students in school. Meanwhile an artist is suing FIFA over the destruction of his mural. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media […]

Wed Jun 3, 2026

43:22

That surplus bill that got killed by the Wisconsin Senate? Governor Tony Evers and Speaker Robin Vos want to revisit the bill. At the Pentagon the press has been removed from their own office. Meanwhile the Universities of Wisconsin are yet again contemplating a tuition increase. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the […]

Tue Jun 2, 2026

43:34

Passing on healthcare because of the cost has become a more common thing as premiums rise. We also talk about the day’s headlines, coming from the news and pop culture worlds. Meanwhile a historic lighthouse is set to be dismantled. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow […]

Tue Jun 2, 2026

43:37

It’s Pride Month so we ask how safe the state is for the LGBTQ+ community. Meanwhile both political parties think that Iowa is the key to getting control of Congress. Also, a new polar bear has arrived at Madison’s Henry Vilas Zoo. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at […]

Tue Jun 2, 2026

43:21

State budgets are getting hit by administrative expenses in order to take care of new Medicaid work requirements. Meanwhile, the Wisconsin Supreme Court will be looking at the congressional map again. We also talk about “forever” toilet paper. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show […]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

43:49

Affordable housing is in the news as Wisconsin is getting a little hope thanks to a private affordable housing project. Also, we have a fun kite flying story that is flying across the state. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on Facebook, Instagram and […]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

43:38

The weather may be the next major issue facing farmers as “flash droughts” approach on the horizon. Meanwhile a curfew has been put in place in New Jersey after protests at an ICE facility. Also, do you want to see a concert at the movie theater? Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the […]

Mon Jun 1, 2026

43:26

Are apprenticeships the answer to addressing the teacher shortage in Wisconsin? We also discuss the pain of dealing with drug addiction. Later we take a look at what lessons political parties could learn from the previous elections. Links relevant to the hour: Learn more about the Civic Media Network at civicmedia.us/shows! Follow the show on […]

Fri May 29, 2026

43:12