Town Call

Like many holidays, we take Labor Day for granted. On today’s edition of Office Hours, Professor Jon Shelton walks us through the rich history of this important holiday. We also discuss the future of organized labor and whether or not we can overcome partisanship.

Guest: Jon Shelton

Thu Sep 7, 2023

37:21

Wisconsin Republican legislators have been seeking to impeach Justice Janet Protasiewicz before she has the chance to take any actions. While lawsuits are still pending, many of these complaints have been thrown out. What does the future hold for our state? After that discussion, Dan Shafer transports us to the Recombobulation Area so we can […]

Guest: Dan Shafer

Wed Sep 6, 2023

37:21

Now that we’ve passed Labor Day (and Shrek Fest), most schools are back in session. Luke and Wil cover a myriad of back-to-school topics including Wisconsin’s lack of air conditioning in public schools.

Tue Sep 5, 2023

37:21

Competition for Most Wisconsin Headline is very tight this week, covering supper clubs, beer, trees, drinking lake water, and more!

Fri Sep 1, 2023

37:20

In the wake of two major decisions by the National Labor Relations Board, professor Jon Shelton weighs in on the current state of unions and labor rights in the US.

Guest: Jon Shelton

Thu Aug 31, 2023

37:21

Today we welcome Dan Shafer for some recombobulation. Robin Vos wishes to attract “snowbirds” to Wisconsin for tax purposes, but do his policies make sense? Is this even what the people of Wisconsin want?

Guest: Dan Shafer

Wed Aug 30, 2023

37:21

The American political system relies on peaceful transitions of power. At all levels, the losers of an election consent to be governed by the victors. However, as of late, Republican officials in our state seek to bypass the consequences of an election. How much should change with a new administration?

Tue Aug 29, 2023

37:20

We very often hear stories of corrupt politicians saying one thing and doing another. Is this doublespeak and hypocrisy baked into the political cake, or can we hold our representatives to a higher standard?

Mon Aug 28, 2023

37:21

Luke and Wil duke it out over the most Wisconsin headline of the week, covering old fashioneds, Milverine, fresh fish, and more!

Fri Aug 25, 2023

37:20

Last night, the RNC presidential debate was held in Milwaukee. We recap the event and take your calls on the results!

Thu Aug 24, 2023

37:21