John & Gordy In The Morning

Kick off the weekend with a thrilling mix of contests, local news, and a bit of controversy. Dive into Madison’s new ordinance banning the sale of cats and dogs in pet stores, a move aimed at promoting adoption but sparking debate about its true impact. Explore financial woes threatening Wisconsin Eye’s future, a crucial public […]

Guests: Rokker, Savanna Tomei-Olson

Fri Dec 5, 2025

41:45

John and Gordy reminisce about a night out, including the screening of Pete Schwaba’s movie at Atwood Music Hall, while grappling with post-event exhaustion. The episode dives into the latest cheese trends for 2026, highlighting consumer desires for authenticity, protein, texture, health, and sustainability in dairy products. Meanwhile, they discuss bizarre political conspiracies involving Trump […]

Guest: Pam Jahnke

Fri Dec 5, 2025

41:52

Guest hosts Kathryn Lake and John Scott keep the morning lively as they fill in for John and Gordy. Amidst weather updates and a ‘text-to-win’ contest featuring keywords. They dive into the impacts of weight loss drugs like Ozempic on thrift store shopping. Robert, a data expert, sheds light on the burgeoning need for data […]

Guest: Mike Clemens

Thu Dec 4, 2025

43:37

On the JAG show, fill in hosts Kathryn Lake and John Scott discuss the difficulties of communication, especially with younger generations, while interviewing Tim Slekar of Busted Pencils. Tim shares a relatable, slightly agonizing struggle of parenting his 22-year-old college-graduating daughter, who is finally starting to acknowledge that her father’s wisdom “might be on to […]

Guest: Dr. Tim Slekar

Thu Dec 4, 2025

43:53

Aaron, Jamie, and producer Dom fill in for John and Gordy, bringing a morning of holiday cheer and playful banter. They dive into a text-to-win contest offering $200 cash and gifts like snow blowers. The team discusses tomorrow’s Capitol Christmas tree lighting, celebrating the ‘Year of the Child’ with ornaments made by school kids. The […]

Guest: Nathan Timmel

Wed Dec 3, 2025

43:26

Hosts Aaron and Jamie, filling in for John and Gordy, kick off a lively morning chat about the struggle of finding an open coffee shop in Madison before 6 a.m. Joined by producer Dom, they share tales of weather-induced car spins and celebrate Dom’s six-month radio milestone. Madison ranks 77th among America’s most fun cities, […]

Wed Dec 3, 2025

43:59

Matt Rothschild dives into explosive allegations against Pete Hegseth and the Trump administration’s war crimes in Latin America, questioning the lack of accountability. He engages with callers on the implications of these military actions and their impact on international law. Rothschild also highlights the ongoing Starbucks strike, urging listeners to support local unionized coffee shops […]

Guests: David Maraniss, Lis Johnston

Tue Dec 2, 2025

40:42

Madison’s morning roads are icy and treacherous, echoing the tense atmosphere as Starbucks workers strike for fair wages and contracts. In a lively segment, Matt Rothschild sits in for John and Gordy, highlighting the plight of Starbucks employees like Allie Kerr who demand justice against corporate stonewalling. The episode blends whimsical bird talk with poignant […]

Guest: Allie Kerr

Tue Dec 2, 2025

39:37

In a whirlwind of tech talk and political banter, our hosts dive into their latest obsessions: AI glasses and eco-friendly snowblowers. The excitement is palpable until the AI glasses purchase goes awry, sparking a debate on tech spontaneity. The show shifts gears to a text-to-win contest, enticing listeners with cash and grand prizes. Political fireworks […]

Guest: Steve Cochran

Mon Dec 1, 2025

41:47