Matenaer on Air

Do you have your REAL ID? Earlier in the year, we spoke about the deadline to obtain one and it seems in 2026 a new process is coming and it will not be convenient. Then, as states grapple with budgets and what they can afford, one popular medication could possibly become far more expensive. Next, […]

Guest: Charles Franklin

Mon Dec 1, 2025

40:47

The holiday weekend is here and we hope you’re enjoying family, friends and leftovers! We have a fantastic collection of our favorite moments from this week! we welcome Dr. Gabriel Velez, who is an associate professor and developmental psychologist at Marquette University and we’re discussing how technology is not only affecting our teens, but adults. We also […]

Sat Nov 29, 2025

44:02

In the second hour of the show, we welcome Lisa Schiller from The Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin to talk to us about the 12 Scams of Christmas and how you can be on the lookout! Then, Teri Barr aka Civic Media’s Genie of Just About Everything is here to talk about the good ol’ […]

Fri Nov 28, 2025

43:48

Good morning and welcome to our Black Friday episode! Fully pre-recorded, but all new and with amazing guests, including Shawn Phetteplace and Corrine Hendrickson from Mainstreet Alliance and they are joining us to talk about how small businesses are being hit hard by the tariffs and what we can do to help, not just on […]

Guests: Corrine Hendrickson, Shawn Phetteplace

Fri Nov 28, 2025

43:47

Jane and Greg, along with Pat Kreitlow dive into a lighthearted Thanksgiving show, covering everything from Packers football to snow forecasts across Wisconsin. They discuss the importance of safe driving in snowy conditions and the value of infrastructure investments like Highway 29. The conversation shifts to debates over road expansions versus mass transit funding, sparking […]

Guest: Pat Kreitlow

Thu Nov 27, 2025

41:03

Today, it’s all about Thanksgiving with Jane Matenaer, Greg Bach, and Pat Kreitlow. They discuss the joys and challenges of holiday prep, including cooking tips like sous-vide turkey, and the importance of kindness in customer service. Weather alerts hint at a snowy weekend for Wisconsinites, urging caution for travelers. The show takes a humorous turn […]

Guest: Pat Kreitlow

Thu Nov 27, 2025

42:13

In hour two, we welcome Dr. Gabriel Velez, who is an associate professor and developmental psychologist at Marquette University and we’re discussing how technology is not only affecting our teens, but adults. We also talk about how adults can meet kids half way in order to understand the struggles of our young people in a […]

Guest: Gabriel Velez

Wed Nov 26, 2025

41:35

Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, well we must be talking about Foxconn, because they are back in the news with the announcement of new tax breaks for the company who promised so much, back in the day. Next, lawmakers are making it clear that whether its making America great or healthy […]

Guest: Liz Pancotti

Wed Nov 26, 2025

41:44

In the second hour, our friend and Civic Media’s very own Dr. Kristin Lyerly is here to talk about a new piece of legislation from a Wisconsin State Representative and her crusade for “Clean Water”. For Audio Sorbet, we want to know: What is the most Midwestern thing about you and if you don’t want […]

Tue Nov 25, 2025

41:05

The economic future for small businesses around the country are not looking great and though we don’t want to speak bleak, but we want to remind you that if you’re going to be shopping for the holidays, please shop local, it makes a difference. And when it comes to flu shots and other vaccinations, Wisconsin […]

Guest: Pat Kreitlow

Tue Nov 25, 2025

43:12