Chad Holmes
Make Local Control Great Again (Hour 2)
Did you know that in 1911 Wisconsin state government gave a whopping 90% of state revenue to local governments and schools—because that’s where most services take place? Now, after 12 years of GOP control, less than 10% of state revenue goes to local providers and decision-makers. We’ll talk to a former county board member in […]
The New Life of a Forgotten Hero (Hour 2)
Chippewa Falls teacher and author John Kinville has published a new book that recounts the life of one of Wisconsin’s first World War II casualties. Through letters sent to family and friends, Harry Kramer paints a picture of life in that pre-war, Depression-era period when a decision to pursue a career in the US Navy […]
First and Third with Nobody Out (Hour 2)
A review of last week’s election results shows why Democrats should be getting active right now in the 1st and 3rd Congressional Districts. Scot Ross, who for years led the liberal group One Wisconsin Now, gives his assessment of how competitive these districts have become—and why it’s important for the party to be out and […]
How to Fix Bail the Right Way (Hour 2)
There’s a constitutional amendment on next week’s ballot that might sound like a way to improve how criminal defendants can’t or can’t be released on bail, but state Assembly Rep. Evan Goyke explains why it’s a poor substitute for real reform.
Treat People With Kindness (Hour 2)
This hour, after expounding a bit more on the vaccination issue, we hear from Chad Holmes on the recent antisemitic event in Wausau.
TikTok, Meta, and Human Trafficking (Hour 2)
While lots of attention is being given to TikTok as an app that might have questionable security safeguards, the truth is that we use plenty of programs that have the potential to cause harm—including some programs based in this country. We’ll talk to state Rep. Jodi Emerson about the way social media platforms can be […]
Big Shake-up in Wausau Schools (Hour 2)
Despite vocal skepticism and confusion from the public, the Wausau school board voted Monday night to move forward with a controversial consolidation plan. Chad Homes from Bull Falls Radio will explain what led to the proposal and why parents think there could have been better ways to address the issue. Tomorrow:
“Roasting” Donald Trump (Hour 3)
Local high school sports broadcasting is the topic of discussion with Chad Holmes today, as well as some of the craziness in Congress. Todd subsequently talks about the Republican party’s blind obedience to Donald Trump and takes a call about local government. Aaron’s board game of the week is Small World, in which you develop […]
Flat Tax May Be Going Flat (Hour 2)
Gov. Tony Evers said he’s willing to veto whatever state budget bill is sent to him by Republicans if they insist on including a so-called “flat tax” giveaway to the super-wealthy. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos indicated the tax provision isn’t a dealbreaker, but it’s not clear where Republicans and Evers can find middle ground on […]
Pocan on Cuba and the GOP Circus (Hour 2)
Congressman Mark Pocan talks about his recent trip to Cuba and the give-and-take that’s going to be needed before relations can make a post-Trump turnaround. He also shares his feeling on whether today’s new session of Congress will go smoothly as Republicans take charge. Wednesday
