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Weekly Best of Dom Salvia Show for Jan 25

January 25, 2025

Catch up on the best of this week's segments

First, from Tuesday's second hour, listen to John Nichols and Dom discuss Biden's legacy and their takeaways from the inauguration. The oligarchy is here, and it's not shy.

Next, from Thursday's second hour, hear about how to navigate the firehose of Trump's, shall we call it 'guano', to focus on what matters with Bill Press.

Then, from Wednesday's first hour with Matt Rothschild: was that a Nazi salute from Musk? That was ABSOLUTELY a Nazi salute performed by Elon Musk.

Finally, hear something good from Wednesday's second hour, with a poem selected by Matt Rothschild, and a clearing of the record from Dom.

Welcome to the Shakedown (Hour 2)

January 21, 2025

John Nichols, journalist for Madison's Cap Times and The Nation magazine, joins us. We haven't talked with John since before the election, so we start catching up. Top of mind for us today is The Great Grift, how Trump's second presidency is shaping up to be one big scheme for the rich to pilfer the poor of even more money. Not to mention foreign entities, who can now buy Trump directly through his memecoin- they don't even need to stay at his hotels! John's takeaway? This all threatens the very foundation of democracy- the people's faith in their elected officials to pursue the best interests of the people, not just themselves. And Trump's designation of Mexican drug cartels as terrorist organizations? Is that also a shakedown scheme à la "protection money" that can be pain through crypto? Buckle up, everyone, this is day 2.

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This Weird Reality (Hour 2)

November 18, 2024

John Nichols of The Cap Times and The Nation joins Dom to break down the weird reality we live in. Especially the 2024 election. First, Hovde finally conceded the Senate race to Tammy Baldwin, as we covered in the first hour. Then, what happened in the presidential race? It sure felt like an ass-whoopin. But looking at some numbers, it appears not to be quite so dramatic a "mandate" for Trump, as he received fewer than 50% of ballots cast. Finally, what's going on with the DNC and all these staff layoffs?

In the last half hour, Dom covers an update on Trump's promise to conduct mass deportations. As reported today, and as has been shouted by anyone who knows half a damn, mass deportations would devastate Wisconsin's dairy business. And as we're once more learning about policy decisions from social media posts, Trump plans to use the military to carry out the mass deportations.

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A GOP Closing Argument: Heh heh, go away (Hour 1)

October 28, 2024

We're in the final stretch of the presidential election. Yesterday, the Trump campaign presented their closing argument. They chose to do this in the deeply competitive state of *checks notes* New York? Hmm, ok. Surely their final words highlight the positive qualities of their candidate? Well, not so much. The rally featured- SOMEHOW- new lows, and may well serve as a "self-inflicted October Surprise."

John Nichols of The Cap Times and The Nation joins Dom to break down these final moments of the campaigns. Dom and John talk about the failure of major news sources to endorse a candidate and polling shenanigans that may set the stage for election denialism.

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Weekly Best of Dom Salvia Show for Oct 12

October 12, 2024

Catch up on the best segments from this week of The Dom Salvia Show!

First, an animated exchange from Tuesday with Maggie Daun on the continued lies spewing forth from senate candidate Eric Hovde. He chose to propagate a dangerous lie about FEMA being out of money, due to aid going to undocumented migrants. These lies harm real people and we absolutely cannot accept them.

Next, from Thursday, how IS help for states impacted by natural disasters getting to them? Well, through some socialist policies. And that's pretty darn good! Socialism built many of this country's best features.

Then a conversation from Thursday with John Nichols of the Cap Times and The Nation on the presidential race.  As John writes, Harris presents like a Lincoln-era Republican, and as we all see, Trump espouses eugenics. If that last linked article doesn't spell it out clearly enough for you, you may prefer this one

Finally, some outrage and humor with Matt Rothschild on Wednesday, responding to Jesse Waters bizarre assertion that a man who votes for a woman transitions into a woman. Well, at least then they'll have bodily autonomy...

Join Dom Salvia every afternoon from 4-6pm for news (some), humor (more), and great conversation (always)! Listen throughout the state of Wisconsin on the Civic Media network and worldwide on the Civic Media app. Call or text to join the fun at 855-752-4842.

For Some Context and Clarity: A Sense of History (Hour 2)

October 10, 2024

Picking up the thread of socialism from the first hour, Dom chats with Dr. Harvey Kaye and John Nichols. Harvey J. Kaye is Professor Emeritus of Democracy and Justice Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. John is Associate Editor at Cap Times and National Affairs Correspondent at The Nation. Two men with strong knowledge of the history and current state of political affairs in this country.

We talk about the truly remarkable state of this current election. As John writes, Harris presents like a Lincoln-era Republican, and as we all see, Trump espouses eugenics. If that last linked article doesn't spell it out clearly enough for you, you may prefer this one. And then there are the unions! Teamsters' President, Sean O'Brien lambasts the Biden administration for not supporting unions enough... Ignoring the vital protection of pensions accomplished with the Butch Lewis Act.

Join Dom Salvia every weekday afternoon from 4-6pm for news (some), humor (more), and great conversation (always)! Listen throughout the state of Wisconsin on the Civic Media network and worldwide on the Civic Media app. Call or text to join the fun at 855-752-4842.

Weekly Best of Dom Salvia Show for Sep 21

September 21, 2024

What a week! Catch up on the best of The Dom Salvia Show and we'll catch ya on Monday!

First, talking with Matt Rothschild about the mental stability of the 45th POTUS. For two segments, hear all about how DT is a reeeaaall man of geeeeniussss...

Then, check out The Cap Time's Ideafest! John Nichols joins Dom to talk about the benefits of meeting together with people of different ideas.

Finally, a bit of a weekly wrap up talking with guests and reflecting on what behaviors we want to pass along to the next generations.

Join Dom Salvia every afternoon from 4-6pm for news (some), humor (more), and great conversation (always)! Listen throughout the state of Wisconsin on the Civic Media network and worldwide on the Civic Media app. Call or text to join the fun at 855-752-4842.

Here’s an idea, go to Ideafest! (Hour 1)

September 17, 2024

James Kelly, northwest news bureau chief for Civic Media joins the show at the top of the hour to bring updates from JD Vance's appearance in Eau Claire today.

John Nichols of Madison's Cap Times joins Dom for the middle of the hour. John is an associate editor for the Cap and is an organizer for their annual Ideafest, Sunday September 15th through Saturday September 21st. Ideafest is the ideal place for people of all ideaologies to meet up and share what's important to them.

Join Dom Salvia every afternoon from 4-6pm for news (some), humor (more), and great conversation (always)! Listen throughout the state of Wisconsin on the Civic Media network and worldwide on the Civic Media app. Call or text to join the fun at 855-752-4842.

Understanding Political Polarization with Bill McCoshen (Hour 2)

August 21, 2024

In our second hour, Republican strategist and hockey aficionado Bill McCoshen talks about working across the aisle to get things done. He believes that social media is a major contributor to today’s political hostility. Conversations become too impersonal over the internet, and we fail to see what we have in common with political opponents. Outside of politics, McCoshen is an owner of the Janesville Jets, a local NAHL team! He talks about his passion for hockey and the opportunities he hopes to provide for kids. 

At the bottom of the hour, John Nichols of The Nation and The Cap Times returns to the show. He talks about the fascinating developments in political ideology. The Democratic party is experiencing a strong transition as they embrace their base by supporting unions.

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

LIVE From the Harris-Walz Rally In Eau Claire!

August 7, 2024

Today, the Kamala Harris campaign is holding an event in Eau Claire, and Todd is on the scene! The excitement in the air is nearly tangible as the scene is set for Vice President Harris to welcome Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to her ticket. Civic Media Northwestern Wisconsin News Bureau Chief James Kelly, Robert Pilot of Native Roots Radio, Pat Kreitlow of UpNorthNews Radio, and John Nichols of The Nation and Cap Times all join Todd in-person to share reactions they’ve been hearing from around the midwest. Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project and our very own Luke Mathers also chime in on the tremendous momentum of the Harris-Walz campaign. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

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