Kristin Lyerly
Lawn Masters (Hour 1)
Pat and Greg talk about the special sense of pride that comes from a wild lawn that’s been tamed. We’ll discuss how Monday was supposed to mark the start of Donald Trump’s trial for mishandling classified documents—but not anymore. And Kristin Lyerly talks about the politicians and NFL kickers who’d like to control women’s lives […]
A Day Without Child Care (Hour 2)
Childcare provider Corrine Hendrickson outlines the reasons behind the annual “Day Without Child Care,” as a way to call attention to the ongoing crises of finding affordable quality childcare, staffed by caregivers making a living wage. UpNorthNews with Pat Kreitlow airs on several stations across the Civic Media radio network, Monday through Friday from 6-8 […]
Those Alleged Northern Lights (Hour 1)
The host of this program, noted for blasting conspiracy theories, launches his own series of doubts about a scientific phenomenon—probably based on his own failing eyesight preventing him from seeing the Northern Lights enjoyed by so many across Wisconsin! UpNorthNews with Pat Kreitlow airs on several stations across the Civic Media radio network, Monday through […]
2024-05-06 More Attention for the Bad River Fight (Hour 2)
Director Mary Mazzio provides an update on her documentary, “Bad River,” and the legal fight by the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa against a petroleum pipeline running across their environmentally sensitive lands. And Salina Heller’s daughter becomes a junior correspondent interviewing teachers and a principal about Teacher Appreciation Week. UpNorthNews with Pat Kreitlow […]
Appreciation for Our Favorite Teachers (Hour 1)
We discuss our favorite teachers and the ones who were especially memorable as we mark Teacher Appreciation Week. Also, Google makes an unwelcome appearance mid-segment! 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 […]
Former and Future Congressman? (Hour 2)
Former and possibly future Congressman Peter Barca joins us live to talk about his decision to challenge incumbent Republican Bryan Steil. 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 […]
How ‘Nearly Dead’ Do Women Have to Be?(Hour 2)
Right-wing justices on the US Supreme Court indicated on Wednesday their support for state-based abortion bans that do not provide legal protection for doctors when a situation is a clear health emergency but not necessarily life-threatening. Also: Our Women Win Wisconsin segment powered by Motherhood for Good highlights a legislative candidate from the Fox Valley. […]
Still in the Putin Caucus (Hour 1)
Congress is finally making progress on aid bills for its allies around the world. We’ll report on who supported it and who’s staying put in the Putin caucus. Plus the Bucks begin their playoff run with a firm declaration that reports of their demise are premature! And Kristin Lyerly joins us to talk about Earth […]
Trump Goes on Trial, Part One of Many (Hour 1)
No matter how the defendant tries to spin what’s getting started today in a courtroom, the fact is that Donald Trump becomes the first former president to have a court determine that the evidence shows he should go on trial for felony crimes. It’s still an open question how it will end, but today is […]
Biden’s Back, Tell a Friend (Hour 1)
President Joe Biden returns to Wisconsin, this time to announce his latest effort to cut burgeoning student loan debt for Americans pursuing a good education. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump invites a rogue’s gallery of billionaires to try to close the widening money gap in the race for the White House.
