The Todd Allbaugh Show

Here in Madison, students are moving into their dorms. This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: changing jobs or moving? We take your texts on which is more difficult.  At the bottom of the hour, Todd turns back to the Friday news dump. Ghislaine Maxwell has been moved to a far more comfortable prison with […]

Fri Aug 22, 2025

42:29

As this week comes to an end, Todd takes a moment to celebrate some of the great things in our state. From the success of the Brewers to products from local businesses, there’s a lot to appreciate about where we live.  At the bottom of the hour, we are joined by Secretary of State Sarah […]

Guest: Sarah Godlewski

Fri Aug 22, 2025

43:10

When it comes to airplane seating, many people have strong preferences. Delta and United are both facing lawsuits for allegedly selling tickets for windowless window seats. Todd breaks it down for us.  This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: thirst or hunger? We take your calls and texts on which is more uncomfortable or dangerous.  […]

Guest: Gordy Young

Thu Aug 21, 2025

42:47

To kick off today’s show, Todd shares some breaking news: one of the most vile MAGA Christian Nationalists has died. James Dobson, known for demonizing LGBT people, promoting corporal punishment for children, and spreading antisemitic rumors about political opponents, has died at 89.  Back here in Wisconsin, AP reports that one of our court commissioners […]

Guest: Dan Shafer

Thu Aug 21, 2025

42:59

At the top of our second hour, Civic Media producer Laura Bergh joins us to share her journey into the world of local radio.  It is well known that in Wisconsin, we have only two seasons: Winter and road construction. This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: road construction or potholes? Both can keep you […]

Guests: Beth Habhegger, Keegan Kelly, Laura Bergh, Pam Hilke, Trygve Olson

Wed Aug 20, 2025

43:11

Today, Todd broadcasts live from the WFHR and WIRI studio in Wisconsin Rapids to celebrate the station’s 85th anniversary! Pat Kreitlow of Mornings with Pat Kreitlow and Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project are here for their normal Wednesday appearance, but we are also joined by WFHR News Director Melissa Kaye to talk about some […]

Guests: James J. Malouf, Melissa Kaye, Pat Kreitlow, Trygve Olson

Wed Aug 20, 2025

42:11

As we touched on yesterday, President Trump is moving to end all mail-in voting. Since our show, the bipartisan Democracy Defense Project-Wisconsin spoke out against this announcement. An executive order to end mail-in voting would violate the constitution, as it requires that states administer elections rather than the federal government.  This afternoon, Todd asks us […]

Tue Aug 19, 2025

42:31

In these troubling times, Wisconsin’s sports teams are a powerful force for unity in our state. The Brewers in particular are on a hot streak as they continue their series against the Cubs. However, not everything is hunky-dory when it comes to Wisconsin sports. While many UW schools have successful teams, the mental health of […]

Tue Aug 19, 2025

42:57

It’s just about the right time of year to clean out our garages to be ready for Winter. This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: cleaning the fridge or cleaning the garage? We take your calls and texts.  Crude oil pipelines have long been a point of contention in our state and the nation. At […]

Guest: Evan Feinauer

Mon Aug 18, 2025

42:46