Maggie and guest co-host Tom Palzewicz dive into the latest political and economic upheavals. They predict Trump’s support for Pete Hegseth might wane amid mounting controversies. Maggie critiques Trump’s proposed Ukraine deal, highlighting its lopsided benefits favoring Russia. Maggie and Tom also discuss the environmental and financial risks of Wisconsin’s pension investments in fossil fuels […]

Guests: Indivar Dutta-Gupta, Peter Knotek, Tom Palzewicz

Apr 24, 2025

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Maggie is joined by the most reasonable guy in politics, Tom Palzewicz. They dive into the chaotic leadership of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, revealing his reckless use of unsecured internet connections and questionable judgment in handling military intel. Maggie and Tom also explore the ongoing fallout, highlighting a “Wall Street Journal” report of a rattled […]

Guest: Tom Palzewicz

Apr 24, 2025

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Maggie Daun dives into baseball with Milwaukee Brewers’ President – Business Operations Rick Schlesinger. Maggie and Rick unravel the season’s ups and downs and the magic behind small-market teams. They discuss the Brewers’ potential playoff push, the impact of legendary Bob Uecker, and how the team stays authentic amidst a digital age. Switching gears, Maggie […]

Apr 23, 2025

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We made it to the drive time! Maggie kicks off her show with a discussion with Congresswoman Gwen Moore, dissecting national security breaches involving Pete Hegseth. Congresswoman Moore exposes the chaos and incompetence jeopardizing American lives, while Maggie emphasizes the urgency of congressional action. The episode shifts to a critical dialogue on healthcare with Dr. […]

Guests: Dr. Kristin Lyerly, Gwen Moore

Apr 23, 2025

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Maggie begins this hour by critiquing Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson’s conspiracy theories suggesting 9/11 was an inside job, highlighting the danger of misinformation from public officials. Joined by Peter Barca, they discuss the corrosive impact of money in politics, advocating for an amendment to regulate campaign finances. Later, Dr. Marty Kanarek, University of Wisconsin- Madison […]

Guests: Marty Kanarek, Peter Barca

Apr 22, 2025

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Maggie delves into the chaotic realm of politics and policy, dissecting the latest legal battles over due process rights under the Alien Enemies Act. She and Gray Gunderson spend “Your Neck of the Woods” lambasting Justice Samuel Alito’s dissent as partisan hackery, exposing the lies and flaws in his arguments. Meanwhile, despite overwhelming bipartisan support, […]

Guests: Dan Shafer, Gray Gunderson, Jeramey Jannene

Apr 22, 2025

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Maggie dives into the Trump administration’s stealthy cuts to the Social Security Administration, revealing how these ‘chainsaw cuts’ disrupt benefits for millions. Joined by Molly Weston Williamson of the Center for American Progress, they discuss the troubling reduction in staff and services, leaving retirees and the disabled in limbo. Maggie highlights the administration’s pattern of […]

Guest: Molly Weston Williamson

Apr 21, 2025

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Maggie dives into the Trump administration’s defiance of Supreme Court orders mandating due process for deportations under the Alien Enemies Act. Despite a unanimous 9-0 ruling requiring due process, the administration’s actions suggest an alarming disregard for constitutional norms, sparking a late-night Supreme Court intervention. Maggie highlights the dangers of false dichotomies and zero-sum thinking […]

Guest: Gray Gunderson

Apr 21, 2025

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It’s time for another edition of “Ask Maggie!” Maggie has 30 or 60 seconds to answer your questions about…whatever you want to ask. Today, we covered everything from martial law to Maggie’s burgundy wedge haircut?! Had to be the early 2000s. If you have a question for Maggie, please email askmaggie@civicmedia.us. The conversation heats up […]

Guest: Teri Barr

Apr 18, 2025

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Maggie Daun and guest host Tom Palzewicz deliver a fiery critique of Republican lawmakers, lambasting their cowardice and failure to stand against authoritarianism, while emphasizing the importance of courage and democracy. Touching on recent mass shootings and the hollow ‘thoughts and prayers’ response, Maggie and Tom urge action over rhetoric. Plus, they pivot to an […]

Guests: Aaron Popkey, Tom Palzewicz

Apr 17, 2025

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