John and Gordy tackle everything from local events to national issues in this lively episode. They kick off with mixed feelings about Madison’s ‘Concerts on the Square’ and the challenges of rain forecasts affecting outdoor plans. The duo dives into political commentary, critiquing Mitch McConnell’s dismissive attitude toward Medicaid cuts, and Trump’s alleged setbacks to […]

Jun 25, 2025

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On this special episode, John and Gordy dive into political slogans, storms, and state politics. They critique Wisconsin Senator Chris Kapenga’s controversial idea of a state-run ‘DOGE’ to combat waste, despite longstanding GOP control. The conversation shifts to ICE’s aggressive tactics against American citizens, showcasing a chaotic immigration enforcement system. Climate change gets a nod […]

Jun 24, 2025

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John and Gordy dive into the unpredictability of global politics, highlighting tensions between Israel and Iran amid a false ceasefire narrative. They discuss local weather chaos, with flooding at Woodman’s and personal anecdotes about rain impacts. The duo introduces a new segment, ‘Would You Rather’, implementing that into every show! Meanwhile, they critique conservative tax […]

Guest: Lisa Bernard

Jun 24, 2025

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As temperatures rise, John and Gordy tackle the heated topics of protest dynamics and media portrayal in the U.S. and abroad. Through sharp analysis, they discuss the role of law enforcement in escalating peaceful protests, drawing parallels to past events with insights from former Madison Mayor Paul Soglin. The duo also critiques current political strategies, […]

Guests: Abby Abramovich, Paul Soglin

Jun 23, 2025

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Amid blistering heat, John and Gordy grapple with the sweltering summer and the political heatwave sweeping Wisconsin over the weekend. They banter about lawn care, unexpected run-ins, and the challenges of maintaining a lawn in the heat. Discussion starts to heat up as they delve into the contentious atmosphere surrounding protests, with Wisconsin’s new bill […]

Guest: Pam Jahnke

Jun 23, 2025

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To start us off, John and Gordy talks with Tim Slekar from BustED Pencils describing the trend of students opting for trade school opportunities over four year public colleges due to high costs and uncertain job prospects. They used producer Dom as a funny example if that! The amusement doesn’t stop there as Brittney Merlot joins […]

Guests: Brittney Merlot, Dr. Tim Slekar, Jesse Christianson, Jim Santelle

Jun 21, 2025

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A whirlwind dive into Wisconsin’s political gridlock reveals budget negotiations collapsing between Republicans and Governor Evers, threatening school and municipal funding. Chris Hayes exposes creeping militarization in America, as ICE detentions spike under the Trump administration. The episode blends weather updates with Brittney Merlot, warning of an impending heat dome and potential flooding. Rökker has […]

Guests: Rokker, Savanna Tomei-Olson

Jun 20, 2025

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John and Gordy dive into the surreal state of America, where ICE agents in jeans zip-tie kids at immigration courts, and Robin Voss takes a swing at the UW system with $87 million in budget cuts. The duo laments the normalization of military presence in our streets and the absurdity of political diversity demands while […]

Jun 20, 2025

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The podcast dives into the chaos of unmarked ICE raids, highlighting the chilling story of Adrian Andrew Martinez, a young man swept up while defending a coworker. Discussion then shifts to the Supreme Court’s decision on transgender youth healthcare, with Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, Sonia Sotomayor, sharply dissenting against political whims. On the […]

Guest: Jim Santelle

Jun 19, 2025

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John and Gordy kick off the episode with light-hearted banter about makeshift book stands and how broadcasting from a pile of books is just not it. They dive into a discussion on food colorings, noting RFK Jr.’s push to ban petroleum-based colorants in U.S. foods, which could affect popular brands like Hostess and M&M’s. The […]

Guest: Dr. Tim Slekar

Jun 19, 2025

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