The episode kicks off with Chris Cammer endorsing John and Gordy for the Best of Madison! Then, a heated political update: Savannah Tomei- Olson discusses Wisconsin’s budget deadlock, highlighting a $4.5 billion surplus struggle between Republicans and the governor over funding priorities like childcare and tax cuts. Next, Old Sock Road’s housing debate underscores Madison’s […]

Guests: Rokker, Savanna Tomei-Olson

Jun 6, 2025

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A hot and glitchy Friday kicks off with John and Gordy wrestling with technical issues, unsure if they’re even on the air! As listeners check in to confirm the broadcast is live via YouTube and Facebook, the duo navigates through discussions on national days, the weather, and upcoming events. They dive into political chaos, displaying […]

Jun 6, 2025

44:02

Nothing is more important than to start our day with John and Gordy tackling air quality alerts and the controversial data-gathering company, Palantir, which sparks Big Brother fears. Springsteen delivers a poignant critique of the Trump-era White House, describing the loss of American joy and culture. Host of Amicus: A Law Review, Jim Santelle, dissects […]

Guest: Jim Santelle

Jun 5, 2025

44:02

John and Gordy kick off with light-hearted banter about the unusual weather and daily wardrobe choices, sprinkled with humor about the awful air quality and local walks. They dive into food debates, jesting about ketchup and veggie burgers. The conversation shifts to historical events, Robert F. Kennedy’s assassination, and pop culture, recalling Elvis Presley’s TV […]

Jun 5, 2025

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Today’s episode kicks off with a drizzle-laden weather update before diving into a text-to-win contest for Brewers tickets. The conversation takes a serious turn with a deep dive into Palantir—an ominous data mining operation linked to the Trump administration and the military-industrial complex. John and Gordy discuss the unsettling implications of Palantir’s data control over […]

Guest: Mike McCabe

Jun 4, 2025

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The hosts dive into a whirlwind of topics with a fiery start, lamenting the state of the nation and media truth. They rant about Trump’s influence on the Kennedy Center and his peculiar fondness for ‘Les Miserables,’ a play on social inequality. The show takes a lighter turn with chatter about the terrible thunderstorms, discussing […]

Guest: Julie Belschner

Jun 4, 2025

44:02

Headlines spun heads with FEMA’s shocking ignorance about hurricanes, while peace talks between Russia and Ukraine fizzled yet again. Health and Human Services and the FDA face skepticism over COVID data and vaccine recommendations, as questions start circulating about the integrity of AI-generated reports. Meanwhile, RFK Jr.’s health claims got debunked from John. On a […]

Guest: Lis Johnston

Jun 3, 2025

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The episode kicks off with John and Gordy bantering about weather and mic stands before diving into the terrible political landscape. They discuss Trump’s parade extravagance, costing $45 million, with cuts to veterans’ programs. They slam the closure of the Job Corps program, which has supported low-income youth since 1964, deeming it ‘financially unsustainable’ while […]

Jun 3, 2025

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John and Gordy dive into a whirlwind episode featuring Joni Ernst’s eyebrow-raising town hall comments, where she glibly responded to concerns about Medicaid cuts with ‘we’re all going to die,’ sparking a flurry of parody responses online. They also spotlight Ron Johnson’s tangled health care takes, all while running a statewide contest for cash and […]

Guests: Adam Brabender, Austin Galante

Jun 2, 2025

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As wildfire smoke drifts from Canada, John and Gordy tackle everything from smoky skies to the authenticity of Velveeta as ‘cheese.’ New producer Boris (Dom) joins, while Pam Jahnke talks about virtual fences for livestock. The episode also highlights Brett Favre’s Netflix woes, Medicaid cuts, and a bizarre deportation of a U.S. veteran. Meanwhile, John […]

Guest: Pam Jahnke

Jun 2, 2025

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