The Maggie Daun Show

Maggie dives deep with Professor John Hall on the crucial balance of maintaining an apolitical military amidst the political turbulence of a Trump administration. They explore the implications of military resignations and the unsettling trend of using the National Guard for political gain. As Maggie debunks misconceptions around National Guard deployments, she challenges listeners to […]

Guest: John Hall

Thu Oct 23, 2025

43:00

Maggie dives into a jaw-dropping NBA scandal involving insider betting and mafia ties, revealing how the FBI’s flashy takedown pales against Trump’s shady pardons of billionaires and the glaring political grift. Then, an electrifying discussion with Tom Moore from the Center for American Progress unveils the ‘Montana Plan‘ — a revolutionary strategy for states to […]

Guest: Tom Moore

Thu Oct 23, 2025

42:36

Maggie tackles the draconian cuts to SNAP benefits in Wisconsin as part of the HR1 mega bill, dubbed the ‘big brutal bill.’ She and Kids Forward experts Amanda Martinez and William Park Sutherland discuss the devastating impact of increased work reporting requirements on 700,000 Wisconsinites. The bill slashes funding, burdens families with red tape, and […]

Guests: Amanda Martinez, William Parke Sutherland

Wed Oct 22, 2025

42:43

Maggie dives into the alarming policies of the Trump administration, exposing a plan to prioritize white South Africans in the U.S. refugee resettlement process, effectively dismantling the system. She criticizes Trump’s attempts to appoint an unqualified, racist nominee to lead the Office of Special Counsel, highlighting the nominee’s Nazi sympathies and lack of experience. Maggie […]

Guest: Sasha Ripley

Wed Oct 22, 2025

42:16

Maggie dives into the complexities of climate science with Professor Angel Adamas-Corraliza, a MacArthur Genius Grant recipient. They explore the challenges of reduced federal funding for critical weather research amid climate change. Meanwhile, Maggie critiques the Trump administration’s controversial $20 billion bailout to Argentina, a move seen as benefiting billionaire hedge funds rather than American […]

Guest: Angel Adames-Corraliza

Tue Oct 21, 2025

42:12

In a high-energy takedown of Wisconsin’s GOP chaos and Trump’s vendetta against Jim Comey, Maggie, along with Jim Santelle, dives into the state’s political landscape. Food assistance funding is threatened by the federal shutdown, while a Racine man faces charges for stalking Justice Karofsky. Trump remains narrowly popular in Wisconsin’s third congressional district, but GOP […]

Guest: Jim Santelle

Tue Oct 21, 2025

42:09

In this fiery hour, Maggie and guest Tom Palzewicz unpack the chaos surrounding Donald Trump’s use — and abuse — of presidential power. The conversation opens with the nationwide “No Kings” protests, celebrating their peaceful strength and diverse turnout. Maggie sets firm ground rules for debate: facts over deflection. Together, they delve into Trump’s sweeping […]

Guest: Tom Palzewicz

Mon Oct 20, 2025

42:16

Maggie takes aim at the ongoing federal shutdown and President Trump’s lavish $250 million White House ballroom project, contrasting it with the struggles of unpaid federal workers. She highlights the nationwide “No Kings” movement with Liam Kent. More than 7 million Americans across the country rallied to defend democracy and the rule of law. Maggie […]

Guests: Liam Kent, Tom Palzewicz

Mon Oct 20, 2025

42:38

Maggie and Alejandra Castillo tackle the deepening crisis of U.S. healthcare amidst Republican-led brinkmanship threatening ACA subsidies. Castillo, a seasoned public servant, reflects on her immigrant roots and public service ethos, emphasizing the critical need for affordable healthcare access. Maggie critiques Speaker Mike Johnson’s shutdown tactics, highlighting a lack of coherent GOP strategy and skyrocketing […]

Guests: Alejandra Y. Castillo, Teri Barr

Fri Oct 17, 2025

41:59

Maggie dives into America’s 2025 political turmoil with former U.S. Attorney Jim Santelle. Together, they unpack the rule of law under siege — from Trump’s reckless leadership to his administration’s open defiance of court orders. The conversation spotlights the Seventh Circuit’s sharp rebuke of Trump’s attempt to deploy the National Guard in Illinois, affirming that […]

Guest: Jim Santelle

Fri Oct 17, 2025

42:07