Kirk Bangstad

Executive Orders (Hour 2)

November 8, 2024

We’ll talk to former US Attorney Jim Santelle about the impact of Donald Trump’s victory, from the crumbling of the investigations into election interference and classified documents to the ways Trump will try to use executive orders to essentially be the Day 1 dictator he promised to be. Mark Jacob reviews media coverage of Election Night. And Kirk Bangstad reveals the new flagship beer from the Minocqua Brewing Co.

UpNorthNews with Pat Kreitlow airs on several stations across the Civic Media radio network, Monday through Friday from 6-8 am. 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 FacebookX, and Instagram to keep up with Pat & the show!

Kirk Bangstad of the Minocqua Brewing Company joins us to discuss a GOTV event coming to Wausau this Friday.

September 24, 2024

The Minocqua Brewing Company is sponsoring a GOTV Extravaganza tour around the state that will be coming to Stevens Point on Thursday and Wausau on Friday. We learn the details from MBC owner Kirk Bangstad. Also our "Daily History Lesson" and Ian tries for a second straight correct answer in our "Number of the Day" quiz!

The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, WI. 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 Chad Holmes on Facebook to keep up with Chad and the show!

Civic Media Spotlight for August 3rd & 4th (Hour 1)

August 3, 2024

First, the Earl Ingram Show is joined by Kirk Bangstad from Minocqua Brewing along with Matt Grove from Equality Vines to talk about their new wine that supports Women's reproductive rights.

After that, Pat Kreitlow plays back some of the Atlanta rally remarks from Vice President Kamala Harris. While former President Trump is promising higher tariffs that raise consumer prices, Harris outlines how to help consumers deal with price gouging and other corporate tricks. Meanwhile, Trump and the Project 2025 network of right wing groups pretend not to know each other.

Next on Matenaer On Air, Jane and Greg speak with Dr. Laura Hanks for another edition of Public Cervix Announcement and spend the first segment talking about The Olympic Games and focus on the bullying against Illona Maher, regarding her athleticism and size. The group discusses the out of date BMI and how one has to deal with this sort of attention on a global scale. It is part 1 of 2 parts and the second part discusses further, bringing in Simone Biles, as well as mental health.

Finally, the John & Gordy Show is joined by Rokker Smith of MaxInk Radio to preview their show coming up this weekend beginning at 6:00 pm across Civic Media. Rokker and the boys also talk about upcoming events throughout the Madison area this weekend and over the next couple of weeks.

To learn more about these shows 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 network on Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with Civic Media!

Live from Minocqua Brewing Company Tap Room in Madison (Hour 2)

May 8, 2024

Pete is live from Minocqua Brewing Company Tap Room in Madison, Wisconsin. Pete is joined by poet Richard Vargas. Richard shares how he got his start in poetry, his inspirations, and performs live. Minocqua Brewing Company owner Kirk Bangstad joins Pete. kirk shares events that are coming to his Tap room in Madison. Kirk performs live with Pianist Susann Geddert. Musician Tommy Bentz joins the show, Tommy talks about his style of music and share his song "Night to Day."

Nite Lite With Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Mon-Fri from 7-9 PM Statewide. Subscribed to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! Each episode streams live to Facebook, YouTube, and on X! 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.

Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba tackles the tough questions like, "What should I binge watch?" and "Where are the most haunted hotels in the state?" Leave the stress of the day behind with entertainment news, comedy and quirky Wisconsin. Pete is a show biz veteran writer, actor, and comedian who will take you from Wisconsin to Hollywood and still have you back in time for bed.

Music Thursdays(Hour 2)

April 25, 2024

Pete is joined by Kirk Bangstad, Owner of the Minocqua Brewing Company. to talk about his new Taproom in Madison. Kirk shares events that are happening in the Taproom soon. Signer Bently Brehm joins the show to talk about his career as an artist. Teri Barr joins the show to share what's coming up on Max Ink radio. Teri and Pete discuss the band "Blame it on Cain," which is coming on Max Ink Live from 9PM-10PM Saturday night.

Nite Lite With Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Mon-Fri from 7-9 PM Statewide. Subscribed to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! Each episode streams live to Facebook, YouTube, and on X! 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.

Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba tackles the tough questions like, "What should I binge watch?" and "Where are the most haunted hotels in the state?" Leave the stress of the day behind with entertainment news, comedy and quirky Wisconsin. Pete is a show biz veteran writer, actor, and comedian who will take you from Wisconsin to Hollywood and still have you back in time for bed.

Most Annoying Things Ever(Hour 1)

April 25, 2024

Pete goes through the top 10 annoying things in day-to-day life. Pete shares what annoys him the most. Kirk Bangstad, Owner of the Minocqua Brewing Company, joins the show to talk about his new Taproom in Madison. Kirk shares events that are happening in the Taproom soon. Signer Brently Brehm joins the show to talk about his career as an artist.

Nite Lite With Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Mon-Fri from 7-9 PM Statewide. Subscribed to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! Each episode streams live to Facebook, YouTube, and on X! 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.

Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba tackles the tough questions like, "What should I binge watch?" and "Where are the most haunted hotels in the state?" Leave the stress of the day behind with entertainment news, comedy and quirky Wisconsin. Pete is a show biz veteran writer, actor, and comedian who will take you from Wisconsin to Hollywood and still have you back in time for bed.

Live from Madison(Hour 1)

April 5, 2024

Live from the WDMX studio in Madison, Wisconsin, Pete Schwaba! Pete talks about Larr David complaining about reclining chairs on Planes. Pete shares clips from To Kill a Mockingbird. Kirk Bangstad, and Edward Anderson join the show. Kirk talks about being a brewer in Wisconsin. Ed talks about music and shares a song. Listen to Edward Anderson wherever you get your music from!

Nite Lite With Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Mon-Fri from 7-9 PM Statewide. Subscribed to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! Each episode streams live to Facebook, YouTube, and on X! 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.

Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba tackles the tough questions like, "What should I binge watch?" and "Where are the most haunted hotels in the state?" Leave the stress of the day behind with entertainment news, comedy and quirky Wisconsin. Pete is a show biz veteran writer, actor, and comedian who will take you from Wisconsin to Hollywood and still have you back in time for bed.

Weekly Best of UpNorthNews with Pat Kreitlow (Week of 10/24)

October 29, 2022

This week on Up North News, Pat spoke with Rick Smith about unions. Joe Zepecki came on the show to talk about Republicans' poor response to mass shootings, and the Wednesday crew of Kirk Bangstad and Kristin Lyerly invited Sen. Chris Larson to talk about what we can all do to help our state.

Be the Pebble

October 26, 2022

Wisconsin politics is loud, divisive, and ever-present—but that only demonstrates how valuable every single voter has become. Kirk Bangstad, Dr. Kristin Lyerly, and Sen. Chris Larson join Pat to discuss how individual outreach is key to helping friends and neighbors focus on what candidates will do rather than say in political ads.

On Thursday: 

  • Joe Zepecki
  • Keya Vakil

How Low Can They Go?

October 19, 2022

State Assembly candidate Laura Gapske has endured violent rhetoric and disgusting social media posts in her effort to represent northwest Wisconsin in the legislature. She and State Senate candidate Kelly Westlund describe the values and positions they believe will resonate with voters.

Thursday: Joe Zepecki and Keya Vakil.

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