John & Gordy In The Morning

The episode kicks off with a contest to win cash and prizes by texting the keyword ‘winter.’ Dane County Executive Melissa Agard discusses her transition from state legislature to county executive, emphasizing transparency and tackling a $30 million structural deficit. Agard highlights the county’s challenges and potential, including the need for affordable childcare and support […]

Guests: Glenn Silber, Melissa Agard

Tue Dec 9, 2025

41:32

Dive into a lively morning with Matt Rothschild and Kathryn Lake as he fills in for John and Gordy. Battling dicey weather and dicey politics, Matt and Kathryn discusses Wisconsin’s icy roads and the beauty of tundra swans. Guest Juliana Bennett, a young political hopeful, shares her vision for affordable housing, criminal justice reform, and […]

Guests: Amy Good, Juliana Bennett

Tue Dec 9, 2025

41:34

In a whirlwind of laughter and disbelief, the hosts delve into the surreal world of politics, dominated by Trump’s unexpected FIFA peace prize, likened to a child’s participation trophy amidst FIFA’s corruption scandal. While the show touches on local contests and weather updates, it segues into more bizarre topics like the Wisconsin Dells’ upside-down White […]

Mon Dec 8, 2025

43:52

John and Gordy kick off with a chaotic morning of technical difficulties, blaming unplugged headphones on a donut distraction. They dive into Gordy’s weekend woes with SiriusXM, snow-blowing adventures, and the Packers’ tight victory over the Bears. The show features Pam Jahnke discussing the economic impact of Wisconsin’s county fairs and the promising future of […]

Guest: Pam Jahnke

Mon Dec 8, 2025

43:49

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