Luke Mathers

Civic Media Special Broadcast: President Biden In Westby, WI

September 5, 2024

Join Associate News Director Savanna Tomei-Olson and Network Manager Luke Mathers as they bring you live coverage of President Joe Biden's visit to rural Westby, Wisconsin. President Biden delivers remarks on continuing investments in rural American infrastructure. Civic Media News Director Terry Bell calls in from Westby to provide a flavor of the event.

To learn more about special event broadcasts and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the network on Facebook, X, and YouTube to keep up with Civic Media!

The Impact Of Unions with Luke Mathers (Hour 1)

September 3, 2024

This past Friday, the Badgers played their first football game of the season! Todd catches us up to speed on their performance and what we can expect moving forward. 

This week, we have an exciting announcement! Phil Nee of WRCO is joining us for Todd and Phil’s “Just A Bit Outside” Text-To-Win Contest! Each day this week, tune in to WRCO in the 8 am hour or The Todd Allbaugh Show during the 1 pm hour for a chance to win. Every day, we’re giving away club level tickets to a Milwaukee Brewers game. On Friday, one lucky winner will receive two tickets to the VIP premiere of Just A Bit Outside: The Story of the 1982 Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday, September 11th, as well as a free stay at a hotel in Waukesha and a $100 Kwik Trip gas card to get you there and back! Stay tuned for your chance to win! 

It’s the day after Labor Day, and that means most students are back to school. Todd shares some words of appreciation and encouragement for teachers and other education faculty. 

At the bottom of the hour, Luke Mathers joins for another round of Tuesday Tangents! He and Todd take your calls talking about the history of unions and how they benefit everyone. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

Knock, Knock, Knocking On Lukester’s Door (Hour 1)

August 27, 2024

We are in the dog days of summer, so Todd kicks off today’s show with more warnings to stay safe in the hot weather. Stay cool and hydrated as best you can! These conditions are also prime for developing severe storms, so keep an eye on your favorite weather service as you make plans over the next week or so. 

We have an exciting announcement! Dan Shafer, The Recombobulation Area’s founder and veteran Milwaukee journalist, is joining Civic Media as Political Editor.  Dan will continue to edit and write for the popular Wisconsin and Milwaukee political news publication, while also helping shape the voice of Civic Media’s political coverage.

Civic Media is pleased to announce the addition of The Recombobulation Area to its growing Wisconsin media network, the first non-radio acquisition since its founding in 2022.

At the bottom of the hour, Luke Mathers joins us for some Tuesday Tangents. He and Todd share their thoughts on whether Donald Trump will back out of the upcoming presidential debate. They also discuss and refute the MAGA movement’s continued election denialism. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

With The Lieutenant Governor (Hour 1)

August 20, 2024

Live on location for day two of the DNC, Todd and Trygve Olson recap some of their favorite speeches the night before. They check in with Luke Mathers back at the Madison headquarters for Tuesday Tangents, and later, welcome to the show Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez, to discuss her experience at the convention, what makes Wisconsin great, and a fulfilling sense of optimism within the Democratic party.

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

The Truth About Lies (Hour 2)

August 13, 2024

In today’s second hour, Todd continues the discussion on Donald Trump’s endless lies. We take your calls on yesterday’s debacle over allegedly AI-generated photos that have been proven real. 

At the bottom of the hour, we have a fresh edition of Tuesday Tangents with Luke Mathers! He and Todd take more calls on MAGA deception. The entire far-right platform is based on grabbing power and lying to voters about it. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

Wisconsin Olympic Events & Wacky Headlines (Hour 2)

August 9, 2024

Todd concludes the conversation that bleeds over from the first hour in regards to baloney attacks on the military service of the presumptive Democratic Vice Presidential nominee, Tim Walz with listener reactions through calls and texts.

Then, Luke Mathers joins Todd while producer Aaron Zommers is on a well deserved vacation. Todd and Luke suggest what type of events would be featured at a Wisconsin-exclusive Olympic Games. We take calls and texts from listeners around the state of Wisconsin for ideas, including cribbage, cow-chip tossing, corn detasseling and more!

Peter Rapine of ebaumsworld.com joins the show for his biweekly visit to discuss wacky headlines from around the country, and this week around the world! From very Florida-specific storm problems to Olympic mishaps on the pole vaulting course to Roombas gone wrong, you won't believe these true stories from the week!

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

VP Harris and Gov. Walz Campaign In Eau Claire

August 7, 2024

Today, the Harris campaign visits Eau Claire, Wisconsin for the first time since announcing Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as Vice President Kamala Harris's running mate. Civic Media News Director Terry Bell welcomes a panel of guests to catch us up to speed on the campaign so far. Luke Mathers joins Terry to discuss the results of today's Marquette Law School Poll and what it means for the election. Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project has extensive experience with political polls, and he shares his perspective.

Just before the event officially begins, Civic Media's Northwestern Wisconsin News Bureau Chief James Kelly is on the scene in Eau Claire, and he shares the atmosphere of the venue.

53:00 - Minnesota Governor Tim Walz takes the stand

1:09:00 - Vice President Kamala Harris takes the stand

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LIVE From the Harris-Walz Rally In Eau Claire!

August 7, 2024

Today, the Kamala Harris campaign is holding an event in Eau Claire, and Todd is on the scene! The excitement in the air is nearly tangible as the scene is set for Vice President Harris to welcome Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to her ticket. Civic Media Northwestern Wisconsin News Bureau Chief James Kelly, Robert Pilot of Native Roots Radio, Pat Kreitlow of UpNorthNews Radio, and John Nichols of The Nation and Cap Times all join Todd in-person to share reactions they’ve been hearing from around the midwest. Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project and our very own Luke Mathers also chime in on the tremendous momentum of the Harris-Walz campaign. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

Tim Walz: Beating CNN to the Punch with Dan Green (Hour 1)

August 6, 2024

Today, the Harris campaign announced their choice of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as Vice President Harris’s running mate. We are proud to welcome the average Minnesotan who broke the news early last night! Dan Green (@DanGreenMN on Twitter/X), a self-titled “Minnesota hypeman,” was on his way to Chipotle for dinner when he decided to swing by the Governor’s residence. He saw what looked like a detail of Secret Service vehicles. After posting a video online, Green became the first to report that Tim Walz was joining the Harris ticket! Todd has a fantastic conversation with him about Tim Walz, living in Minnesota, and what it’s like to beat mainstream media to the punch. 

At the bottom of the hour, Luke Mathers joins us for some more Tuesday Tangents. He and Todd keep the Tim Walz conversation rolling, taking your calls about what this could mean for the election. Todd and Luke believe that Governor Walz’s “normal” Midwestern demeanor will connect with voters, making this an excellent choice by the Harris campaign. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

Small Businesses and Sporkies (Hour 2)

August 1, 2024

As Todd has the day off, Luke continues to host for today’s second hour. He is joined by Richard Trent, Executive Director of Main Street Alliance! His organization focuses on helping small businesses survive in America’s monopolistic corporate landscape. They work with businesses both on an individual basis and on a national scale. Richard and Luke talk about how helping small businesses survive helps all of us out, and how it doesn’t have to be political. 

Main Street Alliance is hosting a webinar on Monday, August 26th on some national issues that affect all business owners. Sign up for Getting Up To Speed: Small Business is On the Ballot at tinyurl.com/smallbusinessballot to learn more. 

At the bottom of the hour, Luke catches us up to speed on the new food items offered at this year’s Wisconsin State Fair! There are 100 new eats to try. Pickle lovers are in for a treat, with several pickle-focused snacks and drinks. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

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