Kristin Lyerly
Dan Kelly Is Conflicted (Hour 1)
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.
Bigots Gonna Bigot (Hour 1)
Middle-aged white guy host has some choice words for some other middle-aged white guys who seem to think it’s “racist” when they don’t get to be the boss of everything.
Best of UpNorthNews Radio with Pat Kreitlow (Week of 02/20/23)
This week on UpNorthNews Radio, Aaron brings us the results of Madison's snowplow name election. Afterwards, Pat provides an update on the far Right's new fearmongering alphabet soup a la CRT: ESG, or Environmental, Social, and Governance, a set of criteria used to help guide investments. Next is Hometown Health with Dr. Kristin Lyerly. Kim Shefchik and Dr. Sherri Hoyman speak about their efforts to improve adolescent care in Brown County and beyond. Finally, Dan Schumacher gives the rundown on sports and the latest nonsense from Aaron Rodgers after his darkness retreat.
Gen Alpha Needs Great Healthcare (Hour 2)
In this week’s Hometown Health segment, Dr. Kristin Lyerly and her guests discuss a new clinic in Brown County that will put a special emphasis on adolescent health, given the many challenges Generation Alpha is already facing.
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.
Dan Kelly: Fake Electors, Real Republican (Hour 1)
On this eve of the state Supreme Court primary, we learn the extent to which former Justice Dan Kelly crossed the line from conservative-leaning jurist to paid advisor for the Wisconsin Republicans who were conspiring to help Donald Trump overturn the 2020 election. Also, Civic Media has some big news about its ever-expanding lineup of Wisconsin stations.
Fresh Air: Literal and Symbolic (Hour 2)
In this week’s Hometown Health segment, Dr. Kristin Lyerly introduces us to a group that is monitoring air quality around Beloit in an effort to improve long-term public health. Also, state Rep. Tip McGuire (D-Kenosha) talks about the breath of fresh air coming from the Evers administration after nearly a decade of Scott Walker budgets that suffocated basic services.
Tomorrow:
- Keya Vakil, Mark Jacob, Carolyn Fiddler, Dan Schumacher
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.
Judge Everett Mitchell Interview (Hour 1)
Dane County Judge Everett Mitchell talks about his campaign for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Also, Kristin Lyerly has a physician’s perspective on the Supreme Court race.
Best of UpNorthNews Radio with Pat Kreitlow (Week of 2/6/23)
This week on UpNorthNews Radio, Pat brings us the latest in Senator Ron Johnson's attempts to bring Republican conspiracy theories to the forefront of American thought. Afterwards, Dr. Kristin Lyerly and Dr. Patrick McBride join him to revisit Dr. McBride's book, The Luckiest Boy in the World, and more stories of helping people and working with famous athletes. Congressman Mark Pocan shares what it's like to ride on Air Force One. To wrap up the day, Pat and Aaron go over some music history and Pat discovers the band Primus for the first time.
