Ben Wikler
Have Hope! (Hour 1)
We are NEARLY there! Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler joins us for a pre-election check-in. Early voting numbers look great- around the country over 75 million people have already fulfilled their civic obligation. In Wisconsin, polling places report double-digit percentages of people who registered and then voted. People are engaged, and the American […]
She’s Not Undermining You, She’s Voting. (Hour 2)
In our second hour, Ben Wikler is the Chair of The Democratic Party Of Wisconsin and he stops by to talk about all the work they’ve done over the past few years leading us to election day next Tuesday. We also speak with Ben about men who may or may not feel undermined by women […]
Interpreting The Numbers with Charles Franklin (Hour 1)
Last night, Liz Cheney and Kamala Harris spoke in Ripon, WI about what MAGA has done to the Republican party. This afternoon, Chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party Ben Wikler joins us to talk about the unprecedented support Vice President Harris has been receiving from strong conservatives. Afterwards, Maggie interviews Senator Tammy Duckworth on Donald […]
One of these candidates actually seems like a protector (Hour 2)
First, a short update on the federal case being prosecuted against Trump for inciting a violent insurrection on January 6th, 2021. Then, an update from Springfield Ohio. A non-profit group, Haitian Bridge Alliance, filed criminal charges against both Donald Trump and JD Vance. The charges assert that the intentional lies spread by the two imperil […]
Civic Media’s Gong Show with Ben Wikler (Hour 2)
Continuing from our discussion last hour, Todd recaps the countless reasons Donald Trump is unfit to be president. He also takes your calls with suggestions on how tonight’s debate should be moderated. At the end of the show, State Democratic Chair Ben Wikler joins us to talk about tonight’s debate. He also updates us on […]
Wisconsin turned out to vote (Hour 2)
WI turned to the polls yesterday and there was record turnout. The Constitutional Amendments were defeated and primaries were sorted out. It is also the 89th anniversary of Social Security. WI Democratic Party Chairman Ben Wikler celebrates victories all across the state. It’s nice to feel like the Democratic Party is on offense in the […]
Jump Around with Ben Wikler (Hour 1)
Today is Wisconsin’s Fall primary election. Make sure to be a voter! Todd talks about the importance of today’s ballot. Last night, Elon Musk interviewed Donald Trump on Twitter/X Spaces. The event was mired in technical issues, and once it began, it was more of the same lies from Trump. However, there were a few […]
Ben Wikler & Kristin Lyerly
This week Mark Becker is joined by Ben Wikler the Chairman of the Wisconsin Democratic party. They discuss the excitement bubbling from the upcoming DNC, the opportunities of moving forward instead of backward, and how important this is for Wisconsin. Democratic Candidate for the 8th Congressional District in Wisconsin, Dr. Kristin Lyerly, joins the second […]
Rational Revolution: Ben Wikler
Chairman of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin Ben Wikler joins Mark Becker this week to talk about this very important election year. Ben shares stories about his parents who helped shape who has become, and then talks about what he feels the party can do to connect with voters across the state of Wisconsin. Rational […]
Biden Brings Blatnik Bridge A Billion (Hour 1)
This afternoon President Biden speaks in Superior, Wisconsin on how his administration has been investing in America. As a result of bipartisan infrastructure legislation, one billion dollars are to be spent in Duluth and Superior to replace the Blatnik Bridge. Todd broadcasts live from Superior with a (foggy) view of the bridge to celebrate this […]