Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba and Greg Bach

Producer Dom Lee brings the chaos with a Coca-Cola-themed quiz game. From weird soda facts to pop culture and brand history, Pete and Greg put their knowledge to the test in a sugary showdown.

Fri May 8, 2026

42:46

Writer and producer Rich Talarico joins Pete and Greg to talk about his career working on comedy staples like Key & Peele, MADtv, Saturday Night Live, and The Tonight Show. He shares stories from the writers’ room, how iconic sketches come together, and what he’s learned from decades in comedy.

Guest: Rich Talarico

Fri May 8, 2026

42:55

Pete and Greg revisit Ghostbusters, breaking down some of the movie’s most iconic scenes and quotes. From “If somebody asks if you’re a god, you say yes!” to Venkman’s chaos and the film’s endlessly quotable moments, they dive into why the comedy classic still holds up decades later.

Thu May 7, 2026

42:30

Michael Nguyen, Executive Director of Teach for America Milwaukee, joins Pete and Greg to talk about Teacher Appreciation Week and the realities educators are facing today. From burnout and technology in classrooms to teacher pay and the future of education in the AI era, he breaks down the challenges of the profession and why supporting teachers matters more than ever.

Guest: Michael Nguyen

Thu May 7, 2026

42:48

Dan Gardner, creator of the RunPee app, joins Pete and Greg to talk about the surprisingly relatable problem that inspired his business: knowing the best time to leave for a bathroom break during a movie. He shares how the app works, what it’s like running a family-built tech company, and how moviegoing—and apps like his—have changed in the streaming era. Plus, the guys ask the important questions about terrible theater timing and whether a “RunPoop” expansion is inevitable.

Guest: Dan Gardner

Wed May 6, 2026

42:25

Petroleum analyst Patrick De Haan joins Pete and Greg to break down the latest jump in gas prices. He explains what’s causing prices to rise, how long the spike could last, and what drivers should expect heading into the summer travel season.

Guest: Patrick De Haan

Wed May 6, 2026

43:36

Sam Buschman, known as the “Cheese Queen of Wisconsin,” joins Pete and Greg to talk all things cheese. From her social media presence to Wisconsin’s deep-rooted cheese culture, she shares how she built her brand and why the state’s dairy identity continues to stand out.

Guest: Sam Buschman

Tue May 5, 2026

42:34

Jim Santelle joins Pete and Greg to break down major legal developments, including the latest around the Voting Rights Act and how recent decisions could impact voting standards. He also discusses new high-profile indictments and what they signal about the broader legal landscape.

Guest: Jim Santelle

Tue May 5, 2026

43:28

Filmmaker David Zucker joins the show to talk about building a comedy legacy from Madison to Hollywood, plus his new projects Star of Malta and Octoberfest. He also gets into his spoof-comedy course MasterCrash, the stories behind classics like Airplane! and The Naked Gun, and why great comedy still comes down to sharp writing and hard work.

Guest: David Zucker

Tue May 5, 2026

0:00

Ben Giles, founder of Laughable Productions, joins Pete and Greg to talk about growing a comedy scene from the ground up. He shares how he got started, what goes into producing shows, and how he’s helping bring more live comedy to local audiences.

Guest: Ben Giles

Mon May 4, 2026

43:07