In this hour, Maggie welcomes Commander Greg Palo and Al Labelle from Disabled American Veterans Wisconsin to discuss their mission supporting disabled veterans. They delve into the often-complicated process of securing veteran benefits and how DAV helps bridge the gap with critical services and advocacy. Maggie also breaks down the political upheaval surrounding the latest […]

Guests: Al Labelle, Greg Palo

May 22, 2025

41:40

Maggie unpacks a week of political upheaval, starting with the House’s late-night passage of a bill slashing vital programs like Medicare, Medicaid, and food assistance. She explores the devastating consequences for millions—particularly veterans—who rely on these federal benefits. The conversation intensifies with a deep dive into the Supreme Court’s controversial stay, which greenlights Trump’s removals […]

Guests: Allison McManus, Jeramey Jannene

May 22, 2025

42:16

In this hour, Maggie navigates the stormy waters of today’s political chaos. She exposes Donald Trump’s questionable acceptance of a Qatari jet, which raises serious constitutional red flag and unpacks a disturbing Oval Office meeting where Trump falsely invoked the myth of a “white genocide” in South Africa. Meanwhile, on Capitol Hill, Congress is locked […]

May 21, 2025

41:51

Maggie pulls back the curtain on the latest political chaos, dissecting the high-stakes budget showdowns unfolding in both Washington D.C. and Wisconsin. She takes a hard look at the “big brutal bill” championed by the MAGA regime – a proposal that threatens to slash healthcare access, dismantle childcare programs, and further pad the pockets of […]

Guests: Dr. Kristin Lyerly, Senator Kris Dassler-Alfheim

May 21, 2025

43:10

Maggie delves into the complexities of Donald Trump’s approach to the Ukraine-Russia conflict with Prof. Lowell Barrington, Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Marquette University. Maggie and Barrington expose Trump’s naive belief in his own infallibility and its potential consequences. Barrington also critiques Trump’s apparent willingness to echo Vladimir Putin’s narratives, which […]

Guests: Chris Taylor, Prof. Lowell Barrington

May 20, 2025

41:52

Maggie Daun and Jim Santelle tackle a multitude of legal and constitutional crises. They highlight the Supreme Court’s recent decisions on deportation and birthright citizenship and criticize the Trump administration’s brazen defiance of court orders, including the attempted deportation of 12 men to South Sudan, raising alarms about a potential constitutional crisis. Secretary of Homeland […]

Guest: Jim Santelle

May 20, 2025

42:08

Maggie and guest co-host Matt Rothschild discuss the GOP’s internal chaos over the budget reconciliation bill, highlighting divisions among Republicans like Ron Johnson and Josh Hawley. They also examine the potential impact of cuts to Medicaid and social security, emphasizing public opposition to these measures. Plus, they look at the influence of corporate interests on […]

Guest: Matt Rothschild

May 19, 2025

41:17

Maggie and guest co-host Matt Rothschild dive into the “big, beautiful” bill. It’s grim with implications of proposed tax cuts for billionaires, which could mean potential devastation for Medicaid and rural hospitals. Economist Gbenga Ajilore, Former Senior Advisor for Rural Development at the USDA, joins to explain how these cuts could harm rural healthcare access, […]

Guests: Gbenga Ajilore, Matt Rothschild

May 19, 2025

41:32

Maggie tackles a multitude of topics on this Friday afternoon – from the impact of storms in Wisconsin to the political drama in Congress. She critiques five Republicans for voting against Trump’s bill, highlighting their motives. Maggie discusses the U.S. credit rating downgrade and its potential economic repercussions. She defends Judge Hannah Dugan’s ethical handling […]

May 16, 2025

41:57

It’s finally Friday! Maggie and guest co-host Jim Santelle dive right into the Supreme Court’s decision to block Trump’s deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, highlighting its implications on due process and the judiciary’s role. Maggie and Jim dissect arguments on nationwide injunctions, with justices questioning Trump’s immigration strategies. They also critiques the GOP’s tax […]

Guests: Jim Santelle, Teri Barr

May 16, 2025

44:02