The Todd Allbaugh Show

This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: paper cuts or slivers? We take your calls and texts on which minor finger injury hurts more.  After checking in on the downtown Madison trick-or-treat event, Todd turns to the results of a few current political polls. The results show that Americans believe that President Trump should follow […]

Wed Oct 29, 2025

42:26

This Wednesday, Pat Kreitlow of Mornings with Pat Kreitlow and Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project hop on the show for their weekly recap of the latest political news. Between new gubernatorial candidates and unexpected congressional endorsements, there’s a lot to break down. Pat and Todd also strongly disagree on the current Department of Public Instruction […]

Guests: Pat Kreitlow, Trygve Olson

Wed Oct 29, 2025

42:49

If the federal government is still shut down at the end of this week, SNAP benefits will pause, leaving many Americans unable to afford food. On top of this, if congress doesn’t continue the Affordable Care Act subsidies, insurance premiums will vastly increase for Wisconsinites. Todd runs through some shocking numbers from Governor Evers that […]

Tue Oct 28, 2025

43:10

Beginning today’s show, Todd touches briefly on the biggest international news today. As many anticipated, the latest Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement is breaking down.  Back here at home in Wisconsin, yet another data center is being proposed in the village of DeForest. While these centers create a lot of temporary jobs and a few long-term ones, […]

Tue Oct 28, 2025

43:22

In our second hour, Todd brings us some major media news: CBS Evening News co-anchor John Dickerson will be leaving at the end of this year. This departure follows a series of acquisitions and mergers that appear to leave CBS and other media outlets under more politically conservative control. Todd walks us through what may […]

Mon Oct 27, 2025

43:07

Happy Monday! Todd kicks off today’s show by recounting the weekend’s football games. The Badgers suffered an unsurprising loss, while the Packers brought home a win against former quarterback Aaron Rodgers.  It’s been another week, and the federal government is still shut down. If they can’t figure out a deal by Friday, SNAP benefits (AKA […]

Guest: Jane Matenaer

Mon Oct 27, 2025

43:10

In our second hour, Todd brings us an update on the UW-Platteville Baraboo campus closure. Two days ago, the Cap Times shared remarks from State Sen. Sarah Keyeski, State Rep. Karen DeSanto, and State Sen. Kelda Roys, who all expressed disappointment at this abrupt closure. To our knowledge, along with Katrina Shankland, these three Democrats […]

Guest: Bradie Ewing

Fri Oct 24, 2025

43:24

Over the last week or so, we’ve been following the Cap Times’ reporting on the Wisconsin DPI’s lack of transparency. Well, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly continues to compound the issue with her relentless silence. She did not attend yesterday’s hearing on the matter, sending her staff so she could attend an awards ceremony in […]

Guest: David Unbehaun

Fri Oct 24, 2025

43:09

Todd Allbaugh explores the beauty of fall in Wisconsin, sharing tales of visits to local orchards like Oakwood Fruit Farm, indulging in cider donuts, caramel apples, and other autumn delights. Amidst the joy of Wisconsin’s seasonal offerings, a poignant story emerges of a U.S. Postal Service worker almost detained by ICE while on duty, highlighting […]

Thu Oct 23, 2025

44:12