This hour highlights a phone call with Mike Steavpack from Fox Sports. They guys talk about the Brewers’ season, the drafting of local basketball player Kon Knueppel, and the fact that Mike was in Italy when the Pope passed away. It’s always great to have Mike on the show. Then, Ashley K from Midwest Music […]

Guests: Ashley Klatkiewicz, Mike Steavpack

Jun 26, 2025

44:02

On a windy Trucker Thursday, John and Jim talk about crucial fire safety tips with Green Bay Fire Chief Matthew Knotts, and Fire Captain Nick Craig, focusing on the dangers of fireworks as July 4th approaches. Sparklers burn at over 1200 degrees, leading to numerous injuries, particularly in children. The hosts stress enjoying professional firework […]

Guests: Matthew Knotts, Naomi Moes, Nick Craig

Jun 26, 2025

44:02

The guys start the morning off talking about the crazy weather patterns we’ve seen during the month of June, from chilly band concerts to the Wisconsin bubble phenomena. They muse on Pope visits to Green Bay, envisioning grand spectacles and economic boons, all while evoking local pride and humor. The podcast also covers the NBA […]

Jun 26, 2025

44:03

Oshkosh’s new City Manager, Rebecca Grill, has been on the job for almost 6 months. She joins Valley Focus to discuss her background and share her vision for the City of Oshkosh. Todd, Lisa, and Rebecca discuss some of the things that make Oshkosh a great place to live and work. Maino and the Mayor […]

Guest: Rebecca Grill

Jun 26, 2025

8:08

This hour, the guys talk about the global fan phenomenon of the Green Bay Packers, featuring insights from Tori Wittenbrock, the Green Bay Press Times sports editor, and Haylee Becker, Packers fan engagement coordinator. Discover how Packers bars are sprawling worldwide, even in Prague, as Haylee shares her unique role in fostering fan engagement through […]

Guests: Haylee Becker, Tori Wittenbrock

Jun 25, 2025

44:02

Brent Roubel from College Ready discusses the power of scholarships funded by private donations, aiding hundreds of local students in their educational journeys. The conversation shifts to music as Leah Reed and Adam LeGrave from Heid Music share their passion for repairing and renting musical instruments, highlighting the importance of music education for all ages. […]

Guests: Adam LeGrave, Brent Roubel, Leah Reed

Jun 25, 2025

44:02

Todd’s back from vacation, and the morning starts with a discussion about which producer plays the best music! They also reminisce about color TV and the Beatles. They reflect on two years of broadcasting, sprinkled with humorous banter about Wisconsin’s cultural quirks, from bratwurst to sporting triumphs. Amidst the jokes and local flavor, they tackle […]

Jun 25, 2025

44:02

Karen Schneider, publisher of the Oshkosh Herald and the Neenah News joins Todd and Lisa to talk a little bit about the newspapers, their history in the area, and what the top stories are in this week’s edition of the Oshkosh Herald. Read those stories or find out how you can get a copy of […]

Guest: Karen Schneider

Jun 25, 2025

8:06

Join John Maino and Jim Schmitt as they dive into the golden era of Wisconsin high school football with former sports editor Tom Aiello, reminiscing about legendary teams and players like Ron Rubick’s Manitowoc Lincoln squad. Christian Collins, a standout running back headed to Northern Iowa, shares insights on his high school success and the […]

Guests: Christian Collins, Tom Aiello

Jun 24, 2025

44:02

Broadcasting live from Northeast Wisconsin, hosts John Maino and Jim Schmitt dive into lighthearted banter about golf, bison burgers, and the mysterious allure of buffalo brats. They contemplate the legality of filming football practices with spy glasses, venturing into the dark web, and potential side hustles. The duo is joined by special guest Christian Collins, […]

Guest: Christian Collins

Jun 24, 2025

44:02