Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba

Pete Schwaba kicks off with a light-hearted chat on the sexiest man alive, sparking laughs with names from Jonathan Bailey to Ryan Gosling. Trevor Clumpner, Appleton-based comedian, shares the scoop on ‘Don’t Tell Comedy’ shows where secret locations and surprise acts add thrill to Wisconsin’s comedy scene. Film critic Matt Mueller dives into the cinematic […]

Guests: Matt Mueller, Trevor Clumpner

Thu Nov 6, 2025

44:00

Pete Schwaba navigates through a lively evening, kicking off with a tongue-in-cheek commentary on sandwich disasters and a donut-induced detour. The spotlight shifts to film, as Trevor Clumpner, a Northeast Wisconsin comedian, joins to make the ‘popcorn pick of the week,’ recommending the cult classic ‘The Lost Boys’. The conversation veers into favorite movie snacks, […]

Guest: Trevor Clumpner

Thu Nov 6, 2025

43:55

Pete Schwaba dives into the whimsical world of donuts and the complex universe of AI with guest appearances from Heather Arendt and AI expert Jeremy Carassco . In a lighthearted chat, Pete explores Heather’s acting ventures and her role in a political film. The conversation pivots to AI with Jeremy, who enlightens listeners about spotting […]

Guests: Heather Arendt, Jeremy Carassco

Wed Nov 5, 2025

43:57

Pete Schwaba hosts a lively episode discussing Wisconsin’s local entertainment scene with guest Heather Arendt. Heather, an award-winning actress, shares insights about her role in ‘The Omro Heist’ and other roles in the film and TV industry. The show dives into the glitzy world of Kim Kardashian’s new TV flop, debating its merit as a […]

Guest: Heather Arendt

Wed Nov 5, 2025

43:58

Join Pete Schwaba as he chats with Heather Heil from the Green Bay Children’s Museum about their expansion project needing a final fundraising push. They dive into the importance of play-based education and the museum’s community impact. Heather, donning her construction gear, takes on a Packers history quiz, showcasing her local pride and Green Bay […]

Guest: Heather Heil

Tue Nov 4, 2025

43:51

Pete Schwaba hosts a lively episode featuring film festival director Ian Teal and producer Konrad Krueger. Pete and Konrad discuss a wedding escapade, golf in the Smokies, and a film Pete co-wrote. They dive into the annoyances of pop-up ads and excessive tow truck lights. Ian Teal, from the Weyauwega International Film Festival, shares the […]

Guest: Ian Teal

Tue Nov 4, 2025

43:52

The episode kicks off with a lively discussion about favorite TV and movie housewives in honor of National Housewives Day. Filmmaker Doug Prey shares his insights on Wisconsin’s farming transformation and his whimsical idea for a short film featuring a giant rat outside a cheese store. The conversation then shifts to Joel Murray, a new […]

Guests: Doug Pray, Joel Murray

Mon Nov 3, 2025

43:40

Dive into a whirl of sports fandom, Halloween candy escapades, and intriguing Hollywood insights in this lively episode. Filmmaker Doug Prey, a Grammy winner and Wisconsin native, shares his journey from UCLA film school to directing documentaries on subcultures like Seattle’s music scene and truck drivers. The discussion pivots to the power of storytelling, with […]

Guest: Doug Pray

Mon Nov 3, 2025

41:18

In this lively episode, Pete Schwaba dives into the world of film and chocolate. Pete chats with Madison-based film critic Rob Thomas about new releases, including Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited ‘Frankenstein,’ which boasts Oscar Isaac and a unique take on the monster. They also discuss the surprisingly funny ‘Battle After Battle,’ Channing Tatum’s charm in […]

Sat Nov 1, 2025

43:58

Last nite, Emerson Lehman made Spotlight his Popcorn Pick of the Week. Tonight, Pete’s son Joe Schwaba calls in to share that he has coincidentally just watched it. If you’re looking for a thriller where investigative journalists ceaselessly pursue the truth, this is one for you. This evening, we bring Teri Barr on a bit […]

Guests: Joe Schwaba, Teri Barr

Fri Oct 31, 2025

43:50