Dan Shafer
Wisconsin’s Budget Battle and Timber Triumphs
Maggie Daun explores the intersection of politics and policy in Wisconsin, featuring Dan Schafer's interview with Senator Raphael Warnock, who made a powerful impression at Wisconsin Democratic state convention. They dive into the heated state budget debate, where Republicans are proposing an $87 million cut to the UW System—despite a $4 billion surplus—raising alarms over potential campus closures and urging public pushback. Later, Jeramy Jannene joins for "Milwaukee As A Microcosm." He spotlights Milwaukee’s innovative use of mass timber in construction, a sustainable approach that could transform the city’s skyline and boost economic development. And in another edition of "Ask Maggie," Maggie discusses her idea of a favorite summer road trip reflections and encourages us to enjoy Wisconsin’s great outdoors. If you have a question for Maggie, remember to email askmaggie@civicmedia.us.
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We Don’t Want A ‘Palooza (Hour 2)
It's Friday, so its time to Recombobulate the news with Civic Media's Political Editor Dan Shafer! We're talking about the effects of the Wisconsin budget impasse and for Audio Sorbet, Dan shares a hot take on a Milwaukee tradition. And to wrap up the week, we have a very special This Shouldn't Be A Thing - I'll Be Checking Out Early Edition
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Dan Shafer’s WisDems Convention Takeaways (Hour 1)
Today, we begin the show with another update on the Republican-controlled Joint Finance Committee’s plans to cut $87 million from the UW System budget. After Todd broke that news on Monday night and constituents called their representatives to complain, the item was removed from Tuesday’s agenda. The chaos continues, as today, the JFC cancelled their meeting in its entirety.
At the bottom of the hour, Civic Media Political Editor and Founder of The Recombobulation Area Dan Shafer joins us to break down the latest statewide news. He and Todd begin with more implications of this cancelled JFC meeting. They also cover Dan’s latest article with his ten takeaways from last weekend’s WisDems convention.
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This Lame Duck Is All Quacked Up (Hour 1)
The GOP-led Wisconsin Legislature fell all over itself to undermine Tony Evers and Josh Kaul after their 2018 election victories, passing laws in a lame-duck session to strip away powers from the incoming governor and attorney general. It took more than six years, but on Tuesday a unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court started taking steps to let the lawmakers know there are still three co-equal branches of government.
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Convention Recap (Hour 3)
Dan Shafer from The Recombobulation Area recaps last weekend’s state Democratic convention and reaction to his column about Gov. Evers and whether he should run for a third term.
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Stop The Violence, Stop The Kings (Hour 1)
As you may already know, in Minnesota a man allegedly shot and killed two, injured two more and has been arrested after a state-wide manhunt. Two of the victims were sitting elected officials in the Minnesota State House. In the past few days, information has come to light regarding the gunman and dispelling mis/disinformation spewed on social media. Then we shift gears to the millions of people who took part in the No Kings Protest Marchs across the country, our favorite signs and how they contrast with a spoiled rich boy throwing himself his own birthday parade.
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There’s Nothing Wrong With A Conversation (Hour 2)
The second hour kicks off in a very spicy manner as we welcome Civic Media's Political Editor and Founder of The Recombobulation Area, Dan Shafer. Recently he published an opinion piece regarding a third term for Governor Tony Evers. There's some controversy around the article and Dan is here to expand on the topic, as well as address his detractors. And before you get ready to storm the show, remember, this is just a conversation. We need to sit back and relax now, so let's bring it to a big close with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - You Dirty Rat Edition.
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Wisconsin Doesn’t Need Three-Term Tony – Dan Shafer (Hour 1)
This Wednesday, we are joined by our typical midweek guests, Pat Kreitlow of Mornings with Pat Kreitlow and Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project. They weigh in on one of the nation’s biggest stories: ICE deportations and protests. The Trump administration’s continued illegal and unethical mass deportations of innocent people are escalating to include children who are in compliance with ICE regulations.
At the bottom of the hour, Civic Media Political Editor and Founder of The Recombobulation Area Dan Shafer returns to drop a bombshell. In his latest article, Dan lays out why he believes that Governor Tony Evers should not run for a third term in 2026.
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A Choice Between Leadership and Legacy
Guest hosts Angela Lang, Dan Schafer, and Matt Rothschild explore the future of Democratic leadership in Wisconsin. With the possibility of a third term for Governor Tony Evers on the horizon, they weigh the tension between experienced leadership and the urgent need to elevate fresh, energized voices. Drawing parallels to the national conversation around Joe Biden’s re-election campaign, the discussion highlights the growing demand for generational change in the face of escalating crises. They make a compelling case for real primaries, authentic grassroots engagement, and leadership that’s unafraid to confront creeping fascism while uniting a broad, diverse coalition under the Democratic banner.
To read more on this topic, check out Dan's piece:
https://www.therecombobulationarea.news/p/pass-the-torch-tony-evers-governor-2026
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Protests, Politics, and Party Leadership: A Wisconsin Wake-Up Call
Angela Lang and Dan Schafer are today's guest hosts. They begin this hour by breaking down the intensifying protests in Los Angeles over ICE raids, as Trump deploys the National Guard and flirts with martial law. Matt Rothschild warns of creeping authoritarianism, spotlighting Trump’s dangerous obsession with military force and its collision with democratic norms. They also call out misleading media narratives and elevates the importance of peaceful protest and civic vigilance. Rep. Darrin Madison from Wisconsin's 10th District also joins to discuss the Democratic Party chair race—and the urgent need for a leader who can harness grassroots energy to counter Trump’s agenda.
You can read Rep. Madison and Angela's opinion here:
https://www.therecombobulationarea.news/p/a-message-for-the-next-chair-of-the
Check out a No Kings protest in your area (Thank you to Matt for this list):
No Kings Protests in Wisconsin on June 14
(If no address is given, please google the municipality and nokings.org)
Algoma—1:00 PM, 617 2nd St.
Amery—12:00 PM, 11 Keller Ave., across from Sooline Park
Ashland—10:00 AM, Ashland Bandshell, 111 Lakeshore Dr.
Baraboo—12:30 PM, Hwy 33 and 8th
Brookfield—11:00 AM
Chippewa Falls—6:00 PM
Delavan—4:00 PM
Dodgeville—12:00 PM, W. Fountain St. and S. Montgomery St.
Eagle River—11:00 AM, Community Square Park
Eau Claire—12:00 PM, Owen Park to Haymarket Square to Phoenix Park
Green Bay—5:00 PM, Leicht Memorial Park
Hayward—12:00 PM, Democracy Corner
Janesville—11:00 AM, 51 S. Main St.
Kenosha—1:00 PM, Civic Center Park
La Crosse—12:00 PM, State Rd. and Losey Blvd.
Madison—2:00 PM, Library Mall
Manitowoc—1:30 PM, N. Breakwater Lighthouse Shelter
Marinette—10:00 AM, Stephenson Island
Marshfield—3:00 PM, 201 S. Chestnut St
Menominee—12:00 PM, Wilson Park
McFarland—10:00 AM, Arnold Larson Park
Milwaukee—12:00 PM, 520 E. Wells (Cathedral Sq. Park)
Minocqua—12:00 PM, Veterans Park
Montello—12:00 PM, Doggett Memorial Park
Mount Horeb—10:00 AM, Post Office
New Glarus—12:00 PM, Hwys. 69 & 39
Park Falls—12:00 PM, Forest Service Office
Prairie due Chien—11:00 AM, 100 N. Marquette Rd.
Racine—10:00 AM, Washington Ave and Green Bay Rd. (Hwy 20 & 31)
Reedsburg—12:00 PM, Community Market Shelter
Richland Center—12:00 PM, Courthouse
Rhinelander—12:00 PM, S. Oneida Ave. and E. Kemp St.
Sauk Prairie—10:00 AM, On the bridge
Shawano—10:00 AM, Franklin Park to the Courthouse
Sheboygan—12:00 PM, Sheboygan Peace Park
Shorewood—2:00 PM, Ceil Senior Living Center
Spooner—10:00 AM, US 63 and Hwy 70
Stevens Point—11:00 AM, Post Office at 1320 Main St.
Stoughton—9:00 AM, 246 E. Main St.
Sturgeon Bay—10:00 AM, Sawyer Park
Viroqua—10:00 AM, Decker and Main
Watertown—12:00 PM, S. Church St. and Simpson St.
Waupaca—1:00 PM, 111 S. Main St.
Wausau—12:00 PM, 226641 Rib Mountain Dr.
West Bend—1:00 PM, S. Main and W. Paradise
Wisconsin Rapids—11:30 AM, Demitz Park, 1050 3rd St. South
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