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Mornings with Pat KreitlowA New Chapter of Leadership (Hour 2)Ben Wikler’s departure as chair of the state Democratic Party not only means a change at the top but throughout the WisDems organization. We’ll talk to Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski about the role she’d like to play as a new chapter of leadership opens for Wisconsin Democrats. And we’ll get an update from Chad Holmes on the Wausau mayor’s effort to replace members of the local ethics board with political friends amidst the board looking into his conduct for removing an absentee ballot drop box against legal advice.
Mornings with Pat Kreitlow a...2025-04-2414 min
WIZM - La Crosse Talk InterviewsOpportunity Wisconsin's Meghan Roh previews La Crosse town hall featuring US House Rep. PocanMeghan Roh, Program Director at Opportunity Wisconsin, joined La Crosse Talk to preview an upcoming town hall featuring special guest U.S. Representative Mark Pocan (D–Madison). The event begins at 5 Tuesday at the Capella Performing Arts Center (register here). Opportunity Wisconsin is helping organize the event, which aims to engage residents on key federal issues. Roh noted that U.S. Representative Derrick Van Orden (R–Prairie du Chien), who represents the district, was invited to participate. While representatives from Opportunity Wisconsin recently met with Van Orden for two hours in Washington, D.C., she said...2025-04-1910 min
Spanning The StateNew WTMJ Lineup, Library Week with Wisconsin State Secretary Sarah Godlewski and Decreasing Suicide RatesToday on Spanning the State Kristin Brey announces the new 620am WTMJ lineup and the end of Spanning the State. Then Wisconsin Secretary of the State Sarah Godlewski joins Kristin Brey to talk about touring the state for Library Week and her first two years in office. She explains what her role as the Cahir of the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands is, what libraries she has visited, as well as her thoughts on Ben Wikler stepping down and what should the democratic party do now both locally and nationally. Later Natalie Eilbert statewide mental health reporter for the...2025-04-1432 min
Joan Esposito (Full Episodes)Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive, April 3, 2025On today's show:– Pat Kreitlow, founder and editor of Up North News (Courier)– Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski– Michael Dorf, Democratic lawyer, the Law Offices of Michael C. Dorf, LLC– Dr. Zachary Rubin, allergist/immunologist at Oak Brook Allergists Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-04-042h 32
Civic Media MorningsWomen Winning Wisconsin! (Hour 2)In the second hour, we get the updated forecast from Brittney Merlot (spoiler, it's cold and snowy) and to further celebrate Women Winning Wisconsin, Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski (who coined the phrase!) joins the show. Sarah talks about running the Wisconsin State Treasury, as well as helping women get microloans, previous to her career as a politician. Then, Assembly Rep. Margaret Arney stops to discuss her first few weeks in the state house.
To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to...2025-02-1344 minMornings with Pat KreitlowThe Secretary Says So (Hour 2)We’re joined by Debra Cronmiller of the Wisconsin League of Women Voters about the unnecessary constitutional amendment on today’s ballot. And Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski is urging everyone to make this day special by making a plan to vote and getting friends and family to do the same.
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 episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming acro...2024-11-0545 min
The La Follette LineWomen Shaping Wisconsin's FutureThis week on The La Follette Line, we’re joined by Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski. We discuss why women win as candidates, what Democrats are doing to motivate student voters and how to foster productive conversations about politics. Listen to the show live every Friday on WSUM 91.7 FM Madison at 12 PM CST. 2024-10-2232 min
One Country Project's Hot DishDemocrats Takeover Chicago: Inside Look at the 2024 DNCWelcome back to another enlightening episode of The Hot Dish, where we explore the pulse of middle America and the issues that matter most to its people. In this episode, we're joined by two distinguished guests who provide an inside look at the upcoming Democratic National Convention and the crucial role delegates play.Sarah Godlewski, the Secretary of State of Wisconsin and a DNC delegate, shares her personal journey and the vital responsibilities delegates have in shaping the party's future. We also hear from Alex Hornbrook, the Executive Director of the Democratic National Convention Committee, who...2024-08-1428 min
The MacIver Report: Wisconsin This WeekMacIver News Minute: The Democrats' Undemocratic Decision-Making ProcessNo one in Wisconsin should be surprised that Kamala Harris has all but secured the Democrat nomination for president without a single vote in the primaries.
We got a good look at the Democrat party’s ironically undemocratic methods during the 2022 mid-terms.
Remember how there were originally 8 candidates running for the Democrat nomination for US Senate?
One-by-one they all dropped out before the primary to clear the way for Mandela Barnes.
Can’t have your voters making important decisions like that!
Sarah Godlewski was the last one to bow out – just one month before the primary and with momentum on her si...2024-07-3001 min
Civic Media SpotlightCivic Media Spotlight for July 20th & 21st (Hour 1)First up, Gregory Treverton from National Security Leaders For America joins Matenaer On Air during their first day covering the RNC in Milwaukee. Gregory Treverton served in national security positions four times in his career, as a Senate and NSC staffer, and as Vice Chair and, most recently, Chair of the National Intelligence Council. He has written widely on strategy, deterrence, alliance relationship and intelligence, and has taught at Harvard, Columbia RAND and, most recently, the University of Southern California. Gregory talks to Jane and Greg to further discuss the importance of America remaining in NATO, as it's not...2024-07-2100 min
Civic Media SpotlightCivic Media Spotlight for July 20th & 21st (Hour 1)First up, Gregory Treverton from National Security Leaders For America joins Matenaer On Air during their first day covering the RNC in Milwaukee. Gregory Treverton served in national security positions four times in his career, as a Senate and NSC staffer, and as Vice Chair and, most recently, Chair of the National Intelligence Council. He has written widely on strategy, deterrence, alliance relationship and intelligence, and has taught at Harvard, Columbia RAND and, most recently, the University of Southern California. Gregory talks to Jane and Greg to further discuss the importance of America remaining in NATO, as it's not...2024-07-2100 min
The Chad Holmes ShowWisconsin Secretary of State Sarah GodlewskiWe talk to WI Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski about working in state offices that aren't funded to the level they should, about JD Vance as the GOP VP nominee, how the President's policies have served Wisconsinites and Tammy Baldwin's record in her race vs. Eric Hovde. Also the Woodchucks stay red-hot, the Brewers well represented in tonight's MLB All-Star Game and our Daily History Lesson.
The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, WI. Subscribe to the podcast to...2024-07-1645 min
Battleground WisconsinSpring Election, Sarah Godlewski, free home weatherizations, and flowersWe debrief this week’s Spring General Election. We look at the implications of the high ‘Uninstructed Vote” in the Democratic Presidential primary. Will it put additional pressure on President Biden to change course on the unfolding humanitarian travesty in Gaza? We also dig into the central role that strong voter support for public education played in local elections throughout the state, local election success stories and disappointments. With the Spring Elections now behind us, we turn to the critical task of recruiting progressive candidates for state legislative elections.
We remind our listeners that our 40th Anniversary event in Wausau is nex...2024-04-0548 minBattleground WisconsinSpring Election, Sarah Godlewski, free home weatherizations, and flowersWe debrief this week’s Spring General Election. We look at the implications of the high ‘Uninstructed Vote” in the Democratic Presidential primary. Will it put additional pressure on President Biden to change course on the unfolding humanitarian travesty in Gaza? We also dig into the central role that strong voter support for public education played in local elections throughout the state, local election success stories and disappointments. With the Spring Elections now behind us, we turn to the critical task of recruiting progressive candidates for state legislative elections.
We remind our listeners that our 40th Anniversary event in Wausau is nex...2024-04-0548 min
The ProcessFriday News Flyover 12.15.2023 - Insanity in the MO State Leg | Abortion politics | Red state blues | Colorado rail planning grantFlyover Friday, December 15, 2023Intro: On this episode of The Heartland POD for Friday, December 15th, 2023A flyover from this weeks top heartland stories including:Welcome to The Heartland POD for a Flyover Friday, this is Sean Diller in Denver, Colorado. With me as co-host today is Adam Sommer, how you doing Adam?We’re glad to have you with us. If you’re new to our shows make sure you subscribe and leave a 5 star rating wherever you listen. You can also find Heartland POD content on Youtube and on social medi...2023-12-1533 min
Battleground WisconsinSecretary of State Godlewski calls for Robert Spindell to go!We welcome Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski to discuss her call for Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu to remove Wisconsin Election Commissioner and disgraced Trump fake elector Robert Spindell from his position of authority over our election process. She encourages our listeners to call LeMahieu and their state legislators and urge them to replace Spindell. The Secretary also tells us why she opposes Robin Vos’ scheme to replace the Wisconsin Election Commission with a process where the Secretary of State runs elections under the full control of the gerrymandered legislature.
We also review the latest culture war battle initiatives by th...2023-12-1542 minBattleground WisconsinSecretary of State Godlewski calls for Robert Spindell to go!We welcome Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski to discuss her call for Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu to remove Wisconsin Election Commissioner and disgraced Trump fake elector Robert Spindell from his position of authority over our election process. She encourages our listeners to call LeMahieu and their state legislators and urge them to replace Spindell. The Secretary also tells us why she opposes Robin Vos’ scheme to replace the Wisconsin Election Commission with a process where the Secretary of State runs elections under the full control of the gerrymandered legislature.
We also review the latest culture war battle initiatives by th...2023-12-1542 min
No Lie with Brian Tyler CohenRepublicans' extreme move backfires (Live from Wisconsin!)Republican extremism backfires as their first major House bill slashing IRS funding is DOA in the Senate and White House. I sit down WisDems chair Ben Wikler, Congressman Marc Pocan, Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski, and other Wisconsin officials as we launch the "One Year To Win" campaign live from Madison, Wisconsin.Donate to the "Don't Be A Mitch" fund: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/dontbeamitchShop merch: https://briantylercohen.com/shopYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/briantylercohenTwitter: https://twitter.com/briantylercohen2023-11-0551 min
Rational RevolutionChecks and balancesKris and Tony learn about the roles of Treasurer and Secretary of State with Wisconsin’s own Sarah Godlewski. Guests: Sarah Godlewski, Tony Palmeri2023-11-0345 min
Battleground WisconsinSpecial Interview with Secretary of State Sarah GodlewskiWe welcome Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski to discuss the functions of the SOS office and the MAGA Republican attacks on her appointment and the office. Are their smears another example of the fraying of democratic norms? We review Boss Vos’ continued disingenuous and deceptive push for an Iowa-style redistricting scheme. What does this say about his threat to impeach Justice Janet? We discuss the historic UAW strike which came to Wisconsin this week as President Joe Biden took Priscilla’s advice from last week’s show, becoming the first President to join a union picket line. Is this fight a land...2023-09-2950 minBattleground WisconsinSpecial Interview with Secretary of State Sarah GodlewskiWe welcome Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski to discuss the functions of the SOS office and the MAGA Republican attacks on her appointment and the office. Are their smears another example of the fraying of democratic norms? We review Boss Vos’ continued disingenuous and deceptive push for an Iowa-style redistricting scheme. What does this say about his threat to impeach Justice Janet? We discuss the historic UAW strike which came to Wisconsin this week as President Joe Biden took Priscilla’s advice from last week’s show, becoming the first President to join a union picket line. Is this fight a land...2023-09-2950 min
WTMJ N.O.W.Lucas Vebber on the Lawsuit Against Former Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski2023-08-2205 min
Dan O'Donnell HighlightsWhy Doesn't Sarah Godlewski Want Anyone to Know How She was Appointed Secretary of State?The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty has filed a lawsuit against Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski over her refusal to comply with open records requests into her appointment just days after Doug LaFollette was sworn in.2023-08-2207 min
WisPolitics.comGodlewski says she wants to use her office to support election clerks and promote democracyIn this week's Capitol Chats episode, Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski talks about how she plans to run her new office, specifically how she wants to help clerks and other election workers do their jobs. She also talks briefly about her role as chair of the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands.2023-08-0915 min
WisPolitics Capitol ChatsGodlewski says she wants to use her office to support state election officials and promote democracy In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski talks about how she plans to run her new office, specifically how she wants to help clerks and other election workers do their jobs. She also talks briefly about her role as chair of the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands. 2023-08-0915 min
The Recombobulation Area"Bird on a Wire" Episode Ten: Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on local government, sales tax negotiations and his path to public serviceThe Recombobulation Area is a six-time TEN-TIME Milwaukee Press Club award-winning weekly opinion column and online publication written and published by veteran Milwaukee journalist Dan Shafer. Learn more about it here.For Episode Ten of “Bird on a Wire”, Lu Ann and I were joined by Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley. We talked about the county executive’s path to a career in public service after facing certain challenges growing up in Milwaukee. We also spent a lot of time talking about shared revenue and local taxes as the bill reshaping the system and allowing Milwauk...2023-05-2653 min
The Recombobulation Area"Bird on a Wire" Episode Nine: Going upstream to find solutions on children's mental healthThe Recombobulation Area is a six-time TEN-TIME Milwaukee Press Club award-winning weekly opinion column and online publication written and published by veteran Milwaukee journalist Dan Shafer. Learn more about it here.For Episode Nine of the “Bird on a Wire” podcast series, Lu Ann Bird is Nicole Otto. Nicole is a mental health counselor who works with children. In this episode, LuAnn and Nicole talked about some of the difficult realities young people face when it comes to challenges with mental health. There’s a great quote that they reference that’s actually come up more than...2023-05-2349 minOne Country Project's Hot DishWisconsin’s High-Stakes Fight for RightsThis past month, the country watched as the most expensive state judicial race in history took place in Wisconsin, with Democrat Janet Protasiewicz securing the seat and flipping the Wisconsin State Supreme Court to a 4-3 majority. Heidi and Joel talk with Sarah Godlewski, Wisconsin’s Secretary of State, about what this victory means for women's rights in rural America and Republican attempts to suppress the youth vote. Then, we hear Yoshi Gaitan’s story, Student Body President at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and one of the organizers on the ground who played a pivot...2023-05-1020 min
The Recombobulation Area"Bird on a Wire" Episode Eight: Organizing and making change in southwestern Milwaukee CountyThe Recombobulation Area is a six-time TEN-TIME Milwaukee Press Club award-winning weekly opinion column and online publication written and published by veteran Milwaukee journalist Dan Shafer. Learn more about it here.For Episode Eight of the “Bird on a Wire” podcast series, Lu Ann Bird is joined by Tom Spehert and Chris Baumgart. In this episode, LuAnn talks with Tom and Chris about organizing and making change in southwestern Milwaukee County. They also talked about the work LuAnn and Chris are doing to address accessibility concerns at the Hales Corners Library. If you missed...2023-05-0846 minDan O'Donnell HighlightsSarah Godlewski’s Election CoupWisconsin’s Secretary of State has very few actual powers, and managing elections is not among them. So why is Sarah Godlewski trying to do just that?2023-05-0116 min
WisPolitics.comWisOpinion: 'The Insiders' consider Godlewski's political futureThe WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the political future of Sarah Godlewski, who was recently appointed secretary of state by Gov. Tony Evers.
Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association.2023-04-2805 min
The Recombobulation Area"Bird on a Wire" Episode Seven with The PerSisters: 'Hope means there's work to do'The Recombobulation Area is a six-time TEN-TIME Milwaukee Press Club award-winningweekly opinion column and online publication written and published by veteran Milwaukee journalist Dan Shafer. Learn more about it here.For Episode Seven of the “Bird on a Wire” podcast series, Lu Ann Bird is joined by The PerSisters. The Persisters is a group of women that got involved in political action following the 2016 election and the Women’s March. They started the PerSisters with a few women in Wauwatosa and the group has now grown to a community of hundreds. Now, they meet every Friday and celebra...2023-04-2851 min
The Recombobulation Area"Bird on a Wire" Episode Six: Talking with the Grandma BrigadeThe Recombobulation Area is a six-time TEN-TIME Milwaukee Press Club award-winningweekly opinion column and online publication written and published by veteran Milwaukee journalist Dan Shafer. Learn more about it here.For Episode Six of the “Bird on a Wire” podcast series, Lu Ann Bird is joined by the “Grandma brigade.” That would be JoAnn Stasiewicz and Jean Parulski.Jean and Joann were the first people that LuAnn called when she decided to run for State Assembly last year, and they have been getting together to talk about politics and taking action for years. In this podcast...2023-04-2145 min
The Recombobulation Area"Bird on a Wire" Episode Five: Challenging our fatalistic attitude on gun reforms, with Dr. Katheryn Hope WilkinsonThe Recombobulation Area is a six-time TEN-TIME Milwaukee Press Club award-winningweekly opinion column and online publication written and published by veteran Milwaukee journalist Dan Shafer. Learn more about it here.For Episode Five of the “Bird on a Wire” podcast series, Lu Ann Bird is joined by Dr. Katheryn Hope Wilkinson. Dr. Wilkinson is a resident of the district where LuAnn ran for Assembly, and they met while LuAnn was campaigning and knocking on doors. Wilkinson is a doctor and a surgeon who has treated victims of gun violence, and that has inspired her to get in...2023-04-1440 min
The Recombobulation AreaPODCAST: "Bird on a Wire" Episode Four, with Sarah GodlewskiThe Recombobulation Area is a six-time TEN-TIME Milwaukee Press Club award-winningweekly opinion column and online publication written and published by veteran Milwaukee journalist Dan Shafer. Learn more about it here.For Episode Four of the “Bird on a Wire” podcast series, Lu Ann Bird is joined by Sarah Godlewski. You might know Sarah from her time serving as the State Treasurer, her run for U.S. Senate, or her work helping elect women in the Wisconsin state legislature. One of those women that Godlewski supported was indeed LuAnn Bird. So, these two had a lot to talk about...2023-03-3130 min
Outside the Box with Ben Cominos03/31/23| Donald Trump Indicted... FinallyWe talk to State Rep Lee Snodgrass about a listening session at the Menasha Library on Saturday, the new Secretary of State, Sarah Godlewski joins me to talk about the new role, and we break down Donald Trump's arrest.2023-03-311h 17Outside the Box with Ben Cominos03/31/23| Interview-Sarah Godlewski- Wisconsin Secretary Of StateI sit down for a chat with the newly appointed Secretary of State, Sarah Godlewski, about her plans as the first new person to take the position in 4 decades2023-03-3109 min
Wedge IssuesSarah Godlewski's new gig: Wisconsin secretary of stateOn this week's episode of Wedge Issues, Jessie and Jack spoke with Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski. Godlewski, a former state treasurer, was appointed to the role earlier this month. She replaced longtime Secretary of State Doug La Follette, who was just reelected in November but unexpectedly retired March 17 after four decades in the office. In the episode, Godlewski walks through what she’s envisioning for the office’s future, her conversation with Gov. Tony Evers before he appointed her to the role and what her new gig means for her work on restoring abortion access in Wisconsin. And...2023-03-3125 min
American Democracy MinuteADM for March 21, 2023: The Stakes - and Campaign Spending - are High in April 4 Wisconsin Supreme Court RaceThe Stakes - and Campaign Spending - are High in April 4 Wisconsin Supreme Court RaceToday’s LinksArticles & Resources:Politico - The biggest election of 2023 reaches final sprintWisconsin Politics - New independent expenditures push Supreme Court spending to nearly $30 million The Guardian - In Wisconsin’s supreme court race, a super-rich beer family calls the shotsNBC News - Everytown launches ad campaign attacking conservative in WI Supreme Court raceMilwaukee Journal Sentinel - Secretary of State Doug La Follette to retire, Gov. Tony Evers appoints Sarah Godl...2023-03-2034 min
Up North PodcastEP 76: Time to Fight for Our HomesOn this week’s episode of the Up North Podcast, Kirk, Kristin, and Sarah spoke with former Wisconsin US Senate candidate Sarah Godlewski about her new Political Action Committee called Women Win Wisconsin, and the rallies they're having around the state. Next, they spoke with political veteran Robert Kraig on how to get plugged into volunteer activities with Citizen Action of Wisconsin and help elect a reasonable judge and finally balance Wisconsin’s Supreme Court. Finally, they wrapped up with a few thoughts on why we all need to fight hard for our home state. Hosted on Acast. See a...2023-03-1848 min
Battleground WisconsinRallying for Our RightsWe welcome Sarah Godlewski to the show to discuss the “Rally for Our Rights” events across Wisconsin she is organizing with PPAWI, Citizen Action and other progressive allies to highlight the critical importance of abortion rights in the Supreme Court election. This week the WMC dropped $3.2 million into a disgusting crime ad targeting Janet Protasiewicz that was topped by another shameful attack ad attempting to terrify voters that Janet will “take away parental rights and impose trans ideology on our kids.” We review Legislative news that Speaker Vos will kill Governor Evers’ bad idea to subsidize stadium improvements for the Milwaukee...2023-03-1048 minBattleground WisconsinRallying for Our RightsWe welcome Sarah Godlewski to the show to discuss the “Rally for Our Rights” events across Wisconsin she is organizing with PPAWI, Citizen Action and other progressive allies to highlight the critical importance of abortion rights in the Supreme Court election. This week the WMC dropped $3.2 million into a disgusting crime ad targeting Janet Protasiewicz that was topped by another shameful attack ad attempting to terrify voters that Janet will “take away parental rights and impose trans ideology on our kids.” We review Legislative news that Speaker Vos will kill Governor Evers’ bad idea to subsidize stadium improvements for the Milwaukee...2023-03-1048 min
The Paul Revere ShowWomen in Wisconsin’s Legislature and BeyondIn the first half, Mark talks with 84th assembly candidate, LuAnn Bird about her campaign successes and misinformation about Wisconsin’s education system. In the next half, Mark talks with Sarah Godlewski, Wisconsin state treasurer, about electing women to the legislature, gerrymandering, and more. Guests: Sarah Godlewski, LuAnn Bird2022-10-1144 min
Battleground WisconsinUW Nurses flex union powerWe shed light on the misleading media coverage of the latest MU Law Poll, which finds both the Governors and U.S. Senate races are a dead heat. Did the TV saturation of radicalized attacks on Mandela Barnes influence any specific subset of voters? We applaud Sarah Godlewski’s new PAC to expose Sen. Johnson on abortion and support 6 women candidates running for important state legislative seat. Robert reviews new campaign contribution data that reveals Corporate America as the real power behind MAGA and the assault on democracy. We welcome UW Health nurse Shari Signer to discuss this week’s narr...2022-09-1647 minBattleground WisconsinUW Nurses flex union powerWe shed light on the misleading media coverage of the latest MU Law Poll, which finds both the Governors and U.S. Senate races are a dead heat. Did the TV saturation of radicalized attacks on Mandela Barnes influence any specific subset of voters? We applaud Sarah Godlewski’s new PAC to expose Sen. Johnson on abortion and support 6 women candidates running for important state legislative seat. Robert reviews new campaign contribution data that reveals Corporate America as the real power behind MAGA and the assault on democracy. We welcome UW Health nurse Shari Signer to discuss this week’s narr...2022-09-1647 min
Battleground WisconsinSend Darrin Madison to MadisonWe welcome Darrin Madison, Citizen Action's endorsed candidate for State Assembly District 10, to discuss his important primary election on August 9th and his vision for structural change in Wisconsin. Our panel reviews Ron Johnson’s odd week. He floated the idea of making Social Security and Medicare vulnerable to cuts or cancellation if not passed by Congress annually and flip-flopped twice on marriage equality. Is this good politics, or is Johnson now completely out of touch with Wisconsin voters? We update progress on President Biden's domestic agenda, major advances on climate, health care costs, and tax fairness. The bill, which is...2022-08-0550 minBattleground WisconsinSend Darrin Madison to MadisonWe welcome Darrin Madison, Citizen Action's endorsed candidate for State Assembly District 10, to discuss his important primary election on August 9th and his vision for structural change in Wisconsin. Our panel reviews Ron Johnson’s odd week. He floated the idea of making Social Security and Medicare vulnerable to cuts or cancellation if not passed by Congress annually and flip-flopped twice on marriage equality. Is this good politics, or is Johnson now completely out of touch with Wisconsin voters? We update progress on President Biden's domestic agenda, major advances on climate, health care costs, and tax fairness. The bill, which is...2022-08-0550 min
APEX Featuring Ian C JordanMandela Barnes can Beat Ron JohnsonGaslighting, Hypocrisy and Coverage Flip-FlopsNow that the Democrats have cleared the sphere for Barnes, it’s time to dig in on the place he actually stands on coverage points.In a shock to many, nearly your entire subject of Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate dropped out of the race final week, all throwing their help to the now-prohibitive-favorite Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes.First Tom Nelson, who unsurprisingly left the race after a lackluster and crabby debate efficiency.Then Milwaukee Bucks proprietor Alex Lasry dropped out of the race after being st...2022-08-0313 min
What the Fox SaysNews: Refugees get CDL training, Green Bay wants passenger rail hub, and re-casting your ballotHere’s the happenings in the Fox Valley for the week of August 1, 2022: Refugees get CDL training, Green Bay wants passenger rail hub, re-casting your ballot, and more.Sources"Hidden Talents Project" helps refugees get CDLGB Mayor putting collation together for national rail hubDid you know you can re-cast your ballot?Sarah Godlewski withdraws from US Senate primary15 pounds of meth/cocaine seized in Grand Chute and AppletonShelled peas with salmonella in local farmers marketsSouth Africans donate camping gear after AirVentureDelta and United talk about pilot shortageDo you think a No-Tip restaurant could work?Di...2022-08-0105 min
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMMaking a mascot; tapping Mississippi River for west coast waterUW-La Crosse outreach coordinator Spencer Hulsey in studio. Talked about her experience behind possibly being the artist of the University of Illinois newest mascot. Before that, we discussed PFAS pollution with US Senate candidate in Wisconsin, Sarah Godlewski, who was in La Crosse. After, we discussed the Arizona plan to tap the Mississippi River for water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-07-2736 min
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMVenting to candidate Sarah Godlewski on a non-functioning US SenateSarah Godlewski is looking to take Ron Johnson's seat in the US Senate representing Wisconsin. One big issue we hit on was the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Godlewski, though, is also the Wisconsin state treasurer. We start the show breaking down a couple of things the state is doing through her office and add to how the US Senate could also be helping. Isn't helping but could be, as we discuss how most legislation dies in the Senate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-06-0235 min
Women Express!Why Women Should Run for Office - Sarah Godlewski Tells Us WhyIn this episode, Denise speaks with Wisconsin State Treasurer, businesswoman, financial expert, and candidate for the United States Senate Sarah Godlewski. Discover the story behind Sarah’s career as a public servant as well as her achievements and plans regarding her current campaign as she runs for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Republican Ron Johnson.
Denise and Sarah discuss the trials and tribulations that often come with being a woman in a predominantly male industry, in a divided nation as well as the current problems the pandemic has brought upon the state of Wisconsin. She...2022-03-1528 min
Your News Now on WHBYFebruary 22, 2022 | Guest Co-Host Tommy Clifford, Aisha Morales, Beth Kowalsk, Michael Jasinski, State Treasurer Sarah GodlewskiJonathan Krause is joined by Guest Co-Host Tommy Clifford to talk tech, Aisha Morales from Action 2 News This Morning to go Inside the Headlines, Neville Public Mueum Director Beth Kowalsk, U-W Oshkosh Associate Professor Michael Jasinski, and State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski2022-02-221h 42
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMStood up by a fifth-grader, but Senate candidate Sarah Godlewski showedHad some fun talking about a fifth grader in La Crosse taking over as principal for a day. Was hoping she could come up but I got stood up. Sarah Godllewski, however, did show and we talked about a bunch of things as it pertains to running for US Senate. That included the filibuster, healthcare, a $750 billion bloated military budget and, of course, the Jan. 6 insurrection and how some people pretend it was just your everyday tour of the Capitol.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-01-0743 min
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMThe political partisanship is getting oldUW-La Crosse political science professor Dr. Anthony Chergosky joins. We discussed how partisan politics are so bad, even Wisconsin's DNR is in a right-vs.-left battle. Also talked about 80-year-old's in government — Breyer on the US SUpreme Court and Grassley in US Senate — and how that's probably not great for anybody. Along those lines, Senate candidate Sarah Godlewski, in Wisconsin, called on Breyer to retire. Oh, and there was also a Flordia man story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-09-2536 min
La Crosse Talk PM WIZMWisconsin's Sarah Godlewski running for US SenateShe was handing out piggy banks to La Crosse elementary students ... Sarah Godlewski, an Eau Claire native and the current Wisconsin state treasurer joined to talk about running for US Senate in Wisconsin. She's looking to take what's currently Ron Johnson's seat. We hit everything from Jeff Bezos and the billionaire club to politicians trading stocks while passing legislation that affects those stocks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-09-1637 min
Battleground WisconsinU.S. Senate Candidate Interview with Sarah GodlewskiThis week we welcome yet another U.S. Senate candidate, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, to discuss her primary campaign. This is our second in a series of interviews with the crowded field of Democratic candidates vying to face off against incumbent Senator and Trump sycophant Ron Johnson. Our panel also talks about the explosion of COVID and the return of masking for some businesses and local governments, while the Legislative Republicans move this week to bar the UW System from enacting COVID safety rules, endangering young people, university staff, and the communities in which they live. We also look at...2021-08-0648 minBattleground WisconsinU.S. Senate Candidate Interview with Sarah GodlewskiThis week we welcome yet another U.S. Senate candidate, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, to discuss her primary campaign. This is our second in a series of interviews with the crowded field of Democratic candidates vying to face off against incumbent Senator and Trump sycophant Ron Johnson. Our panel also talks about the explosion of COVID and the return of masking for some businesses and local governments, while the Legislative Republicans move this week to bar the UW System from enacting COVID safety rules, endangering young people, university staff, and the communities in which they live. We also look at...2021-08-0648 min
Two Broads Talking PoliticsSarah Godlewski (#VoteHerIn, Episode 70)Sarah Godlewski is a 5th generation Wisconsinite born and raised in Eau Claire by two public school teachers, was elected as State Treasurer in 2018, and is a proud Green Bay Packers shareholder. As a small businesswoman, Sarah co-founded MaSa Partners in 2015, a small business incubator focused on making a difference in our communities by investing in renewable energy projects, Main Street start-ups, and women-owned businesses. Sarah previously served as Co-Chair of UNICEF USA’s Advocacy Leadership Group.2021-07-1527 min
Three Rural White GuysOn WisconsinThe Three Rural White Guys welcome Wisconsin State Treasurer and U.S. Senate Candidate Sarah Godlewski to the show. The guys ask her about her journey saving the State Treasurer's Office, winning statewide office and supporting rural towns. And beer, because....Wisconsin.2021-06-2832 min
Battleground WisconsinThis is not that, This is the Battleground Wisconsin PodcastWe welcome Citizen Action’s Movement Politics Director, JoAnna Bautch, to discuss Citizen Action's new podcast, This is NOT that, which premiered this week on the 1st anniversary of George Floyd's murder. The panel reviews the BadgerCare legislative Special Session that came and went quickly due to Republican intransigance. Depite refusing even to debate BadgerCare, legislative Republicans found time to attack transgendered kids and to threaten massive cuts to public school funding. Robert discusses the latest exodus of teachers in Wisconsin. Meanwhile, America's premature reopoining threatens million with pre-existing conditions and suppressed immunity. Who sounded the "all clear" siren in th...2021-05-2845 minBattleground WisconsinThis is not that, This is the Battleground Wisconsin PodcastWe welcome Citizen Action’s Movement Politics Director, JoAnna Bautch, to discuss Citizen Action's new podcast, This is NOT that, which premiered this week on the 1st anniversary of George Floyd's murder. The panel reviews the BadgerCare legislative Special Session that came and went quickly due to Republican intransigance. Depite refusing even to debate BadgerCare, legislative Republicans found time to attack transgendered kids and to threaten massive cuts to public school funding. Robert discusses the latest exodus of teachers in Wisconsin. Meanwhile, America's premature reopoining threatens million with pre-existing conditions and suppressed immunity. Who sounded the "all clear" siren in th...2021-05-2845 min
Battleground WisconsinStructural racism demands structural solutions nowWe discuss the Daunte Wright murder by Brooklyn Center police, the announcement that Jacob Blake’s shooter will face no consequences, and a state Department of Public Instruction finding that the Burlington school district is a hostile environment for Black students. We analyze the Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause in the face of a new COVID variant wave. The destructive course of the right-wing Legislature continued this week, as they plowed forward with regressive COVID relief and election bills certain to be vetoed. The U.S. Senate race heated up this week with the entrance of Citizen Action Organizing Co-op member an...2021-04-1645 minBattleground WisconsinStructural racism demands structural solutions nowWe discuss the Daunte Wright murder by Brooklyn Center police, the announcement that Jacob Blake’s shooter will face no consequences, and a state Department of Public Instruction finding that the Burlington school district is a hostile environment for Black students. We analyze the Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause in the face of a new COVID variant wave. The destructive course of the right-wing Legislature continued this week, as they plowed forward with regressive COVID relief and election bills certain to be vetoed. The U.S. Senate race heated up this week with the entrance of Citizen Action Organizing Co-op member an...2021-04-1645 min
Futility ClosetThe Blind Traveler When a mysterious illness blinded him at age 25, British naval officer James Holman took up a new pursuit: travel. For the next 40 years he roamed the world alone, describing his adventures in a series of popular books. In this week's episode of the Futility Closet podcast, we'll describe Holman's remarkable career and his unique perspective on his experiences. We'll also remember some separating trains and puzzle over an oddly drawn battle plan. Intro: David Tennant's 2008 turn as Hamlet enlisted the skull of composer André Tchaikowsky. For J.B.S. H...2020-12-1430 min
Two Bald GuysEpisode #20 - How can we vote safely?Unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures. In the midst of COVID-19, holding an election, especially for president of the United States, creates confusion and concern.
A bipartisan group has launched “VoteSafe Wisconsin” to protect the health of every Wisconsin voter by encouraging safe voting options for the 2020 elections.''
This episode features two members of VoteSafe Wisconsin, former Republican U.S. Congressman Tom Petri and Democratic State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, will describe how their group is working to assure Wisconsin voters the electoral process is safe and secure.
Visit: www.wipps.org2020-09-2537 min
Wide Awake in WisconsinA Closer Look at Paid Family Medical Leave w/ State Treasurer Sarah GodlewskiIn this episode of Wide Awake in Wisconsin, Sara Finger sits down with Wisconsin State Treasurer Sarah Godlweski to discuss Paid Family Medical Leave. Sara also gives a peak at 3 important policies impacting women in Wisconsin: a new policy regarding Rape Kit testing, Universal Changing Stations, and finally an executive order on Redistricting. The episode wraps up with a Focus Forward on the 2020 Census. There is still time to register for the 2020 Women's Health Advocacy Summit. Special thanks to Planned Parenthood Advocates o...2020-03-0646 min
Next Left26: How Bernie Sanders Is Making the Next Left PossibleThe roots of the Next Left podcast go back almost exactly a year—energized by the wave of progressive activism sweeping the country, we wanted to take a deep dive into the new politics of this moment. The idea was to talk politics with the people who were upending primaries and general elections across the country... by challenging incumbents, taking on party establishments and, above all, bringing fresh ideas to the campaign trail and to governance.
Over the past six months, we’ve gone to Capitol Hill, where we met with members of "the squad," like Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlai...2019-11-1931 min
Battleground WisconsinTreasurer Godlewski is Back!We welcome the return of State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski to the show. Sarah talks about the importance of paid family leave policies and the new state task force she is leading on retirement security. Our panel discusses the implications of the entrance of Deval Patrick in the presidential election. We review the do-nothing legislature which is adjourning for 2 months with little to show. Sean Duffy reveals he really left Congress to become a lobbyist for wealthy financial interests. Citizen Action’s new co-op in the “driftless” region launches effort to fight climate change, including through renewable energy upgrades to over 100 homes.2019-11-1444 minBattleground WisconsinTreasurer Godlewski is Back!We welcome the return of State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski to the show. Sarah talks about the importance of paid family leave policies and the new state task force she is leading on retirement security. Our panel discusses the implications of the entrance of Deval Patrick in the presidential election. We review the do-nothing legislature which is adjourning for 2 months with little to show. Sean Duffy reveals he really left Congress to become a lobbyist for wealthy financial interests. Citizen Action’s new co-op in the “driftless” region launches effort to fight climate change, including through renewable energy upgrades to over 100 homes.2019-11-1444 min
The NoSleep PodcastNoSleep Podcast S13E12It's episode 12 of Season 13. On this week's show we have tales about 80s-style horror films.
"The Graduation" written by D. Williams (Story starts around 00:04:40)
Illustration courtesy of Jörn
Produced by: Phil Michalski
Cast: Nicki – Nichole Goodnight, Kevin – Atticus Jackson, Anne – Jessica McEvoy, Matt – Matthew Bradford, Peggy – Addison Peacock, Radio DJ – Mick Wingert, Jeremy – Kyle Akers
"Are You Adelaide?" written by Jimmy Juliano (Story starts around 00:31:15)
Illustration courtesy of Mark Pelham
Produced by: Phil Michalski
Cast: Narrator – Peter Lewis, Daniel – Kyle Akers, Caroline – Erin Lillis
"On Your Honor" written by Ron...2019-09-083h 16
Battleground WisconsinLights for LibertyWe welcome Citizen Action co-op member Mireya Sigala-Valadez to discuss the Lights for Liberty national day of action event she is helping organize in Eau Claire where people will gather in solidarity to end refugee camps and to protest the inhumane treatment of refugees. Co-op member and State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski gives her take on the signed state budget and organizes us to fill out her new student loan surveys. We discuss the Texas lawsuit to end the Affordable Care Act and what state legislators are preparing to do to in response. Gov. Evers says Foxconn will only create 1,500 jobs...2019-07-1245 minBattleground WisconsinLights for LibertyWe welcome Citizen Action co-op member Mireya Sigala-Valadez to discuss the Lights for Liberty national day of action event she is helping organize in Eau Claire where people will gather in solidarity to end refugee camps and to protest the inhumane treatment of refugees. Co-op member and State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski gives her take on the signed state budget and organizes us to fill out her new student loan surveys. We discuss the Texas lawsuit to end the Affordable Care Act and what state legislators are preparing to do to in response. Gov. Evers says Foxconn will only create 1,500 jobs...2019-07-1245 min
Wedge IssuesSarah GodlewskiSarah Godlewksi joins Jessie this week to talk about why she fought to save Wisconsin's state treasurer office, and how she views her role as the state's "fiscal watchdog."
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Battleground WisconsinThe GOP Budget Plot ThickensThis week we do a deep dive with State Senator Chris Larson on the GOP budget endgame. Does Robin Vos really expect Governor Evers to capitulate to their short sighted and immoral budget, or does he have a hidden agenda in mind? Next we welcome State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski to discuss the fiscal insanity of the GOP budget that is taking shape, and her work to address the student debt crisis. Finally, we dig into the latest Foxconn low lights, and progress on Medicare for All.2019-06-1445 minBattleground WisconsinThe GOP Budget Plot ThickensThis week we do a deep dive with State Senator Chris Larson on the GOP budget endgame. Does Robin Vos really expect Governor Evers to capitulate to their short sighted and immoral budget, or does he have a hidden agenda in mind? Next we welcome State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski to discuss the fiscal insanity of the GOP budget that is taking shape, and her work to address the student debt crisis. Finally, we dig into the latest Foxconn low lights, and progress on Medicare for All.2019-06-1445 min
Battleground WisconsinState budget goes to MadisonWe discuss Republican leaders’ sudden and desperate Joint Finance Committee vote Thursday that reveals they are losing the public debate on BadgerCare and other important issues in the state budget. We talk about new Citizen Action research demonstrating how expanding Medicaid helps fight opioid epidemic. We welcome State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski who reveals GOP plans to pull the modest expansion of her office in the state budget. We close with a discussion of the new dynamic in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary following the official entry of Joe Biden.2019-05-1044 minBattleground WisconsinState budget goes to MadisonWe discuss Republican leaders’ sudden and desperate Joint Finance Committee vote Thursday that reveals they are losing the public debate on BadgerCare and other important issues in the state budget. We talk about new Citizen Action research demonstrating how expanding Medicaid helps fight opioid epidemic. We welcome State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski who reveals GOP plans to pull the modest expansion of her office in the state budget. We close with a discussion of the new dynamic in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary following the official entry of Joe Biden.2019-05-1044 min
Battleground WisconsinThe climate of democracy in WisconsinWe discuss the latest state news including Gov. Evers plan to expand access to dental care for low income people and fixing lead pipes throughout the Wisconsin. We welcome state treasurer and Citizen Action member Sarah Godlewski for the 2nd installment of “What the Godlewski does the state treasurer do? This time Sarah has some shocking news about censorship on climate issues. State Senator Chris Larson joins us to unveil his new package of campaign finance bills to start restoring democracy to our elections.We announce some important political endorsements, including Judge Lisa Neubauer for State Supreme Court and several ke...2019-02-1545 minBattleground WisconsinThe climate of democracy in WisconsinWe discuss the latest state news including Gov. Evers plan to expand access to dental care for low income people and fixing lead pipes throughout the Wisconsin. We welcome state treasurer and Citizen Action member Sarah Godlewski for the 2nd installment of “What the Godlewski does the state treasurer do? This time Sarah has some shocking news about censorship on climate issues. State Senator Chris Larson joins us to unveil his new package of campaign finance bills to start restoring democracy to our elections.We announce some important political endorsements, including Judge Lisa Neubauer for State Supreme Court and several ke...2019-02-1545 min
Battleground WisconsinSarah what the Godlewski will the state treasurer do? Vol.1We welcome the new state treasurer and Citizen Action co-op member Sarah Godlewski to discuss the her first week in office. Sarah will join the show every 2nd week of the month to educate us on priorities to strengthen and improve the office’s financial watchdog functions. We talk about Governor Evers’ healthcare executive order and his direction to new AG Josh Kaul to reverse Wisconsin’s stance on the anti-ACA lawsuit. We also review news that groups will sue over lame duck session, a bipartisan legislative commission report proposing increased public school funding, and Sen. Chris Larson bill to preven...2019-01-1144 minBattleground WisconsinSarah what the Godlewski will the state treasurer do? Vol.1We welcome the new state treasurer and Citizen Action co-op member Sarah Godlewski to discuss the her first week in office. Sarah will join the show every 2nd week of the month to educate us on priorities to strengthen and improve the office’s financial watchdog functions. We talk about Governor Evers’ healthcare executive order and his direction to new AG Josh Kaul to reverse Wisconsin’s stance on the anti-ACA lawsuit. We also review news that groups will sue over lame duck session, a bipartisan legislative commission report proposing increased public school funding, and Sen. Chris Larson bill to preven...2019-01-1144 min
Milwaukee Independent2019 Wisconsin Inauguration SpeechesTony Evers was sworn in as Wisconsin’s 46th governor on January 7 along with four additional State constitutional officers, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, Attorney General Josh Kaul, Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, and Secretary of State Douglas La Follette.2019-01-0850 min
Battleground WisconsinWalker repealed and replaced with Evers/BarnesWe review Tuesday’s historic election that swept Tony Evers, Mandela Barnes, Josh Kaul, and Sarah Godlewski into statewide office and overwhelmingly re-elected Tammy Baldwin to fight the Trump administration in Washington. We look at highlights and a few lost opportunities. We welcome Anita Johnson to discuss her organizing work and her role in the Citizen Action lawsuit the expanded access to early voting, which had a decisive late night role in Walker's defeat. We are also joined by Robyn Vining. who narrowly upset Matt Adamczyk in a Republican district in suburban Milwaukee, and Citizen Action organizer Jeff Smith, who ov...2018-11-0848 minBattleground WisconsinWalker repealed and replaced with Evers/BarnesWe review Tuesday’s historic election that swept Tony Evers, Mandela Barnes, Josh Kaul, and Sarah Godlewski into statewide office and overwhelmingly re-elected Tammy Baldwin to fight the Trump administration in Washington. We look at highlights and a few lost opportunities. We welcome Anita Johnson to discuss her organizing work and her role in the Citizen Action lawsuit the expanded access to early voting, which had a decisive late night role in Walker's defeat. We are also joined by Robyn Vining. who narrowly upset Matt Adamczyk in a Republican district in suburban Milwaukee, and Citizen Action organizer Jeff Smith, who ov...2018-11-0848 min
Battleground WisconsinGodlewski Gets Out The Vote Down BallotWe welcome Citizen Action coop member Sarah Godlewski who is in the final stretch of her amazing campaign for State Treasurer. Sarah reminds us how important it is to vote all the way down the ballot on Tuesday, November 6th. We discuss the terrorist attack by a white nationalist in Pittsburgh and how the tragedy is a direct consequence of the hatred sewn by Donald Trump, and the Republican politics of division. We discuss the despicable new Trump ad vilifying immigrants, which some believe is even worse than the infamous Willie Horton ad. We review the new MU Law Poll...2018-11-0244 minBattleground WisconsinGodlewski Gets Out The Vote Down BallotWe welcome Citizen Action coop member Sarah Godlewski who is in the final stretch of her amazing campaign for State Treasurer. Sarah reminds us how important it is to vote all the way down the ballot on Tuesday, November 6th. We discuss the terrorist attack by a white nationalist in Pittsburgh and how the tragedy is a direct consequence of the hatred sewn by Donald Trump, and the Republican politics of division. We discuss the despicable new Trump ad vilifying immigrants, which some believe is even worse than the infamous Willie Horton ad. We review the new MU Law Poll...2018-11-0244 min
Battleground WisconsinCitizen Action Co-op Members Win Big on Primary DayWe discuss Tuesday’s primary election in Wisconsin and celebrate huge victories by Citizen Action members Mandela Barnes, Sarah Godlewski, Marisabel Cabrera and Jeff Smith. Our panel begins to handicap the Governor and U.S. Senate races. and we welcome Citizen Action co-op member and candidate for the State Assembly Kim Butler to discuss her important race in Western Wisconsin.2018-08-1645 minBattleground WisconsinCitizen Action Co-op Members Win Big on Primary DayWe discuss Tuesday’s primary election in Wisconsin and celebrate huge victories by Citizen Action members Mandela Barnes, Sarah Godlewski, Marisabel Cabrera and Jeff Smith. Our panel begins to handicap the Governor and U.S. Senate races. and we welcome Citizen Action co-op member and candidate for the State Assembly Kim Butler to discuss her important race in Western Wisconsin.2018-08-1645 min
Battleground WisconsinMarijuana ReferendumsWe welcome Eric Marsch, executive director of NORML Southeastern Wisconsin, to discuss the marijuana referendums sweeping across the state this summer for the November election and how they are moving the legalization issue forward in the state. We also are joined by Citizen Action Organizing Cooperative member & candidate for State Treasurer, Sarah Godlewski, to talk about her campaign. Don’t forget to vote for Sarah on Tuesday, August 14th. We also discuss new national polling finding Trump’s approval rating at 36%, with 52% disapproving. More importantly, Democrats hold a 47%-to-39% lead in congressional preference.2018-07-2745 minBattleground WisconsinMarijuana ReferendumsWe welcome Eric Marsch, executive director of NORML Southeastern Wisconsin, to discuss the marijuana referendums sweeping across the state this summer for the November election and how they are moving the legalization issue forward in the state. We also are joined by Citizen Action Organizing Cooperative member & candidate for State Treasurer, Sarah Godlewski, to talk about her campaign. Don’t forget to vote for Sarah on Tuesday, August 14th. We also discuss new national polling finding Trump’s approval rating at 36%, with 52% disapproving. More importantly, Democrats hold a 47%-to-39% lead in congressional preference.2018-07-2745 min
Battleground WisconsinYou can’t always get what you wantWe discuss how Scott Walker has finally been forced to call special elections in two state legislative seats after being slapped down by an appeals court judge. The special election will be on June 12th, with any primary set for May 15th. We also preview next week’s Spring Election on Tuesday, April 3rd. We dissect the WMC’s sleazy child sex predator ad that has greatly upset the family of the victim. Next we welcome Citizen Action Co-op member Sarah Godlewski to discuss why it so important to save our fiscal watchdog and Vote No on eliminating the State Trea...2018-03-2944 minBattleground WisconsinYou can’t always get what you wantWe discuss how Scott Walker has finally been forced to call special elections in two state legislative seats after being slapped down by an appeals court judge. The special election will be on June 12th, with any primary set for May 15th. We also preview next week’s Spring Election on Tuesday, April 3rd. We dissect the WMC’s sleazy child sex predator ad that has greatly upset the family of the victim. Next we welcome Citizen Action Co-op member Sarah Godlewski to discuss why it so important to save our fiscal watchdog and Vote No on eliminating the State Trea...2018-03-2944 min
Battleground WisconsinTim Burns for State Supreme Court: A breath of fresh air in corrupt Supreme CourtWe welcome Tim Burns, Citizen Action of Wisconsin’s endorsed candidate for State Supreme Court (primary next Tuesday, February 20) to discuss his novel willingness to run on his progressive values and fight for average people against the big corporate interests that are rigging the system. We also talk about the latest mass school shooting in Florida and the GOP’s serial appeasement of gun extremists. We also are joined by Citizen Action Western Wisconsin Organizing Cooperative member Sarah Godlewski who educates us about the referendum to abolish the State Treasurer, a move that would further reduce fiscal accountability in Wisconsin gove...2018-02-1642 minBattleground WisconsinTim Burns for State Supreme Court: A breath of fresh air in corrupt Supreme CourtWe welcome Tim Burns, Citizen Action of Wisconsin’s endorsed candidate for State Supreme Court (primary next Tuesday, February 20) to discuss his novel willingness to run on his progressive values and fight for average people against the big corporate interests that are rigging the system. We also talk about the latest mass school shooting in Florida and the GOP’s serial appeasement of gun extremists. We also are joined by Citizen Action Western Wisconsin Organizing Cooperative member Sarah Godlewski who educates us about the referendum to abolish the State Treasurer, a move that would further reduce fiscal accountability in Wisconsin gove...2018-02-1642 min