Wisconsin Forward

Wisconsin Forward tells stories from one of the nation's most closely contested swing state. Host Matt Rothschild looks to explain the background on a number of issues across Wisconsin, including the seemingly split personality the state presents in electoral politics, the results of political gerrymandering, and many more. This multipart series will take a deeper look into Wisconsin politics, featuring voices from around the state and the Civic Media network, to provide the context of our complex swing state and provide some insight on how the state can move forward.

Standing Up for Transgender Rights in Wisconsin
Guests: Abigail Swetz, Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford, Matt Rothschild
Mon Sep 29, 2025
38:10

The Immigration Fight in Wisconsin
Guests: Aissa Olivarez, Darrin Madison, Iuscely Flores
Fri Sep 19, 2025
34:30

Is It Ever Okay to Gerrymander a State?
Guests: Iuscely Flores, Matt Rothschild, Ruth Conniff, Sachin Chheda
Thu Sep 4, 2025
28:48


Wisconsin Faith Leaders Speak Out on Trump’s Authoritarianism
Guests: Bonnie Margulis, David Couper, Kerri Parker, Walter Lanier
Fri Aug 15, 2025
40:44



Conservation: A Wisconsin Cause
Guests: Kerry Schumann, Matt Rothschild, Tia Nelson, Todd Allbaugh
Sat May 31, 2025
28:14

How to Get Money Out of Wisconsin Politics
Guests: Chris Larson, Maggie Daun, Matt Rothschild, Nick Ramos
Wed Apr 30, 2025
33:38

How to Fight Authoritarianism in Wisconsin
Guests: Dom Salvia, Matt Rothschild, Trygve Olson
Mon Apr 7, 2025
35:42