The Maggie Daun Show

Maggie dives into the chaos of politics as she dissects the alarming gathering of military leaders in Virginia amidst speculation of martial law and government shutdowns. She highlights the Republican blockade of a Veterans Housing and Recovery Program in Wisconsin, emphasizing the dire need for bipartisan support to aid veterans. On a lighter note, Maggie […]

Guests: Jeff Smith, Teri Barr

Fri Sep 26, 2025

42:56

Dive into a riveting discussion on the enduring mystery of the Edmund Fitzgerald’s sinking and its symbolic intertwining with America’s economic upheaval in the 1970s. Maggie is joined by historians Tom Nelson and Jerald Podair. They explore the infamous ship’s legacy as a representation of the hardworking Midwest spirit and its catastrophic end amidst rogue […]

Guests: Jerald Podair, Tom Nelson

Fri Sep 26, 2025

42:24

Maggie discusses the crucial role of family farms with Wisconsin Farmers Union (www.wisconsinfarmersunion.com) President Darin Von Ruden and author Brian Reisinger, highlighting the economic and legislative challenges they face. Reisinger’s book ‘Land Rich, Cash Poor’ paints a stark picture of dwindling farms, urging a revamp of outdated agricultural policies. Von Ruden emphasizes the need for […]

Guests: Brian Reisinger, Darin Von Ruden

Thu Sep 25, 2025

41:58

Broadcasting from the Reisinger Family Farm in Spring Green, this episode celebrates Jim and Jean Reisinger’s 49th anniversary and dives into the legacy of family farming. Brian Reisinger shares insights from his acclaimed book ‘Land Rich Cash Poor,’ exploring a century of agricultural evolution and economic challenges. Maggie discusses mental health in farming communities with […]

Guests: Brenda Statz, Brian Reisinger, Cindy Updike, Dorothy Harms, Jean Reisinger, Jim Reisinger, Malia Reisinger

Thu Sep 25, 2025

41:46

In this hour, Maggie hosts former judges John Tinder and Diane Wood, discussing Keep Our Republic’s letter (https://keepourrepublic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ConDay-letter.pdf) advocating for judicial independence amid rising threats and misinformation. They emphasize the judiciary’s nonpartisan role, pushing back against the perception of partisanship in the courts. Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s incoherent rant at the UN, where he bizarrely claims […]

Guests: Diane Wood, John Daniel Tinder

Wed Sep 24, 2025

42:37

Maggie kicks off with Milwaukee Brewers’ playoff hopes before diving into the political drama of Trump-appointed U.S. Attorney Eric Siebert’s firing and James Comey’s potential federal indictment. This hour features Trevor Jung (trevorjung.com), a dynamic Senate candidate from District 21, who shares his inspiring immigrant story and his platform built on the ‘5 T’s’—training, talent, […]

Guests: Sarah Harrison, Trevor Jung

Wed Sep 24, 2025

42:07

In this high-stakes hour, Maggie dives into the murky waters of politics and policy with State Senator Kelda Roys, a Democratic contender for Wisconsin’s gubernatorial race in 2026. They tackle pressing issues like Wisconsin’s housing crisis, the impact of Trump’s administration on healthcare, and the fight for affordable childcare. Maggie and Kelda discuss the economic […]

Guest: Kelda Roys

Tue Sep 23, 2025

42:01

Maggie and former U.S. Attorney Jim Santelle unravel the Supreme Court’s shadow docket ruling, enabling President Trump to fire certain federal officials without cause, overturning 90 years of precedent. They delve into the alarming implications for agency independence, emphasizing the risk to everyday Americans if agencies become political tools. This hour also covers Trump’s DOJ […]

Guest: Jim Santelle

Tue Sep 23, 2025

42:38

Maggie has a complicated discussion on extremism with Luke Baumgartner, a research fellow at George Washington University specializing in domestic violent extremism. They delve into the rise of right-wing violence in the U.S. and the dangerous rhetoric of the Great Replacement Theory, which falsely claims a conspiracy to replace white populations. Baumgartner highlights the role […]

Guest: Luke Baumgartner

Mon Sep 22, 2025

42:27

Maggie and her guest, Professor Howard Schweber, dissect the Trump administration’s alarming impact on public policy and science. This hour highlights the CDC’s vaccine panel debacle, where anecdotes were mistaken for data, and Trump’s baseless claim linking Tylenol to autism. They discuss the broader implications of these actions, including the erosion of expertise and the […]

Guest: Howard Schweber

Mon Sep 22, 2025

42:17