Rational Revolution

Fresh off announcing her candidacy for Governor, Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez joins the show! Lt. Gov. Rodriguez talks about how Covid sparked her interest in politics, and how she’s stepped to the next level quickly. She shares how her family reacted to the decision, as well as how she plans to govern. Mark then turns […]

Guest: Sara Rodriguez

Sat Aug 2, 2025

44:02

Thanks for joining us this weekend for another edition of Rational Revolution across the Civic Media radio network. This week, Mark Becker sits down with CEO of Festival Foods Mark Skogen for a conversation about business, life and so much more. Rational Revolution with Mark Becker is a part of the Civic Media radio network […]

Guest: Mark Skogen

Sat Jul 26, 2025

44:02

Mark is joined by Laura McCoy, member of and former President of the Green Bay Area Public School Board. They talk about a wide range of issues from what it means to be a member of the board, and how transparency can be difficult. They then do a deep dive on school funding, vouchers, and […]

Sat Jul 19, 2025

44:07

This week, State Senator Kristin Dassler-Alfheim joins the show to talk about the state budget! They discuss how negotiations went, where the state is headed, and how the budget will impact families in Wisconsin. Mark then asks Senator Dassler-Alfheim, “why do you do it?” They talk about how to find the joys in watching their […]

Guest: Senator Kris Dassler-Alfheim

Sat Jul 12, 2025

44:02

This week’s show starts with a message from Rational Revolution Host Mark Becker. Mark clarifies some statements he made about the 2024 election in last week’s show. “If I make a mistake that might cast doubt in the hearts and the minds of our listeners, especially when it comes to things like the election, I […]

Guest: Paul Page

Sat Jul 5, 2025

44:02

This week, Mark sits down with former Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen to talk about his work with the Democracy Defense Project. They talk about initiatives the bipartisan group supports, including the common sense effort to allow municipalities to begin working on mail-in ballots before the polls close. Mark asks the question of how JB can […]

Guest: J.B. Van Hollen

Sat Jun 21, 2025

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This week, Mark sits down with Civic Media Political Director Dan Shafer. They discuss Dan’s blockbuster article that urges Gov. Tony Evers to NOT seek another term. They talk about the ramifications of that decision, who may be a good alternative, and the feedback he’s received.  Mark then talks about how people on the left need […]

Sat Jun 14, 2025

44:02

This week, Mark sits down with State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner. They talk about the state budget, and the issues facing the budget’s passage, and how items were removed that help schools, students, and women. They also talk about the relocation of a famous Green Bay landmark! In the final segment, Mark talks about how a […]

Guest: Amaad Rivera-Wagner

Sat Jun 7, 2025

44:02

This week joining the Revolution is candidate for WisDems Chair, Devin Remiker! Mark and Devin discuss his plans for running the party and the steps they need to take to “cast a wider net.” They also discuss the legacy of Ben Wikler, and how Devin can build on the momentum created to win some major […]

Guest: Devin Remiker

Sat May 31, 2025

44:02

Newspaper industry has changed a lot over the years and some may be surprised it’s still standing today. Most people don’t read print anymore and instead everyone gets news on their phone. Mark sits down with Press Gazette Investigative Reporter, Doug Schneider, who says “once it’s been printed, it’s old news.” Mark’s Musings dives into […]

Guest: Doug Schneider

Sat May 24, 2025

46:32