Joe Zepecki

What a Week in Wisconsin (Hour 1)

March 9, 2023

We get our regular Thursday visit with Democratic strategist and UpNorthNews political analyst Joe Zepecki about the week in state political happenings.

What does the fox say this time? (Hour 2)

March 8, 2023

Hump Day!

Vegas Joe Zepecki in the hot seat!

Let's run it down, Devils!

Let Vegas come to you (Hour 1)

March 8, 2023

Hump Day!

Vegas Joe Zepecki in the hot seat!

Let's run it down, Devils!

Wisconsin Politics Catch Up with Joe Zepecki (Hour 1)

March 3, 2023

Democratic campaign strategist veteran, Joe Zepecki, is back on the show for the full hour. We talk Jim Troupis, Tennessee's crappy anti-LGBTQ bills, Wisconsin Supreme Court race, the budget, and even some book recommendations.

Dan Kelly Is Conflicted (Hour 1)

March 2, 2023

There’s a new key difference between the two candidates for Wisconsin Supreme Court. One just made a pledge to avoid potential conflicts of interest. The other already has a history of bulldozing right over concerns about conflicts of interest and a lack of impartiality.

Gen Z to the Rescue (Again) (Hour 1)

February 23, 2023

Young adults turned out in a big way for Tuesday’s state Supreme Court primary. We’ll talk to Joe Zepecki about whether Janet Protasiewicz can maintain that momentum through April’s general election and the issues in the race that are motivating younger voters.

Best of UpNorthNews Radio with Pat Kreitlow (Week of 02/13/23)

February 18, 2023

This week, Pat brings us a recap of the state budget proposal from Governor Tony Evers. Joe Zepecki also shares his insights on the budget, and Melissa Kaye rounds out the hour with some music history.

Show Me Your Budget, Your Values (Hour 1)

February 16, 2023

It’s an expression President Biden said his father frequently used: “Don’t tell me what you value, show me your budget and I’ll tell you what you value.” The same can be said for Gov. Tony Evers now that he has unveiled the first budget of his second term—one that has a $7 billion surplus to spend, save, and cut taxes. Our weekly visit with Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki examines Evers’ priorities and what Republicans seem to value in contrast.

Of Course They’re Proposing a Poll Tax (Hour 2)

February 10, 2023

Did you have a space for “Proposing a Poll Tax” on your Wisconsin Legislature Bingo card? Fill it in because two Republican lawmakers are introducing the latest measure designed to restrict voting rights—something no other political party in the developed world is trying to do. Also, Joe Zepecki has analysis of President Biden’s State of the Union address and the benefits to Wisconsin from his proposals.

Monday: 

  • Motherhood Monday
  • Dr. Kristin Lyerly

President Joe Biden’s State of the Union

February 7, 2023

Joe Biden presents the State of the Union to a joint session of Congress. News Director Terry Bell and a host of guests provide commentary, including Todd Allbaugh, Matt Flynn, Joe Zepecki, and Bill McCoshen. The Republican response, delivered by Sarah Huckabee Sanders, follows.

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