Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba and Greg Bach

Pete and Greg dive into their latest Movie Club pick, The Gentlemen, breaking down what works, what doesn’t, and where it stacks up in Guy Ritchie’s catalog. They share their takes on the film’s style, characters, and whether it delivers on the classic crime caper vibe.

Thu Apr 9, 2026

41:53

Wisconsin Watch reporter Tom Kertscher joins Pete and Greg to break down the latest news around data centers in Wisconsin and the role NDAs are playing behind the scenes. He shares insight from his reporting, what it means for communities across the state, and why this story is getting so much attention right now.

Guest: Tom Kertscher

Thu Apr 9, 2026

43:27

Dennis Graham joins Pete and Greg to talk about Rockonsin and its impact on Wisconsin’s local music scene. He breaks down how bands can get involved, what the application process looks like, and why supporting local artists continues to be so important.

Guest: Dennis Graham

Wed Apr 8, 2026

42:04

Pete and Greg kick things off with some of their favorite movie quotes before diving into the latest Wisconsin Spring Election results. They also break down the ongoing headlines surrounding Trump, including another deadline extension, and react to trending political moments making waves online.

Wed Apr 8, 2026

42:51

Kerstin Larson, Programming Director of Milwaukee Film, joins Pete and Greg to preview this year’s Milwaukee Film Festival. She shares how films are selected, what audiences can expect from this year’s lineup, and why the festival continues to be a major event for film lovers across Wisconsin.

Guest: Kerstin Larson

Tue Apr 7, 2026

43:53

Herman Pontzer, Ph.D., Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology and Global Health at Duke University, joins Pete and Greg to talk about his book Adaptable and the science behind how our bodies use energy. He breaks down common misconceptions about exercise and weight loss, what actually matters for long-term health, and why the way we think about calories might be all wrong.

Guest: Herman Pontzer

Tue Apr 7, 2026

44:00

Filmmaker, musician, and founder of Wisconsinology Frank Anderson joins Pete and Greg to explore the unique and often strange history of Wisconsin. He shares some of his favorite stories, what inspired his work, and why the state’s past is full of surprises.

Guest: Frank Anderson

Mon Apr 6, 2026

42:35

Climatologist and science communicator Tom Di Liberto joins Pete and Greg to talk about what to expect from this spring’s weather and whether anything unusual is happening in the Midwest. He breaks down recent patterns like El Niño, what it means for Wisconsin, and how to stay optimistic in the face of unpredictable forecasts and changing seasons.

Guest: Tom Di Liberto

Mon Apr 6, 2026

42:31

Hello and welcome back to the weekly best of Nite Lite. We had great segments this week with wonderful guests but two stood out from the rest! Segment 1+2 An Interview with Don Martin Bestselling author and podcaster Don Martin joins Pete and Greg for a thoughtful conversation on the proposed national book ban bill […]

Guests: Don Martin, Lewis Smith

Sat Apr 4, 2026

0:00

Producer Dom Lee gives Pete and Greg with fun BrainRot Quiz, testing their knowledge on random, ridiculous, and often impossible-to-guess words. Expect laughs, confusion, and plenty of “what are you talking about?” moments.

Fri Apr 3, 2026

42:34