Joe Zepecki
Gen Z to the Rescue (Again) (Hour 1)
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)
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)
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)
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
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.
It’s February—Still No GOP Plans (Hour 1)
We’re well past New Year’s Day and yet 2023 is missing a few important elements—what specifically do Republicans in Congress want to cut as part of a debt ceiling deal, and what do Republicans in the Legislature want to cut as a way to pay for a flat tax plan that benefits the very-wealthy? If you’re going to make demands for cuts, shouldn’t you have a plan? We’ll talk to Democratic analyst Joe Zepecki about those stories plus the state Supreme Court race.
Vegas leavin’ Vegas (Hour 1)
Hump Day!
What’s worse than waste $1 million on Gableman…wasting $2M!
Dem strategist, Joe Zepecki 4:30
Former US atty James Santelle at 5 CT
The Abortion Ban Will Cost Wisconsin (Hour 1)
Beyond the current crises facing women and health care providers, the attack on health care rights by right-wing justices and legislators will take an economic toll on Wisconsin. Joe Zepecki talks about how Xavier Becerra, President Biden’s Secretary of Health and Human Services, has been in Minnesota and Wisconsin on this anniversary week—50 years after the Roe v. Wade decision—seeing the clear contrast between the two states.
Best of UpNorthNews Radio with Pat Kreitlow (Week of 01/02)
This week, we heard from a lot of great guests. Dr. Kristin Lyerly and Jessica Scharfenberg join us to discuss the dangers of fake pregnancy centers, and how they provide false advice, poorly performed procedures, and divulge patient information at their own discretion. Political analyst Joe Zepecki also joins us to talk about the implications of the Speaker of the House election failure, as well as the release of Donald Trump's tax documents and the January 6th investigation findings. To wrap up, Luke Mathers hops on the show to share where Civic Media is headed for 2023.
Beware of Pregnancy “Centers” (Hour 2)
Crisis Pregnancy Centers claim to be an alternative for women, but medical professionals caution that they fall short in some important areas. Also, our Hometown Health segment discusses how a changing climate is a public health issue.
