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Town CallMost Wisconsin Headlines FinaleWilliam and Luke go toe-to-toe for the final edition of the Most Wisconsin Headlines of the week.2023-10-2000 minTown CallHoneymoon RetoxLuke Mathers has returned from his honeymoon, and we spend the day catching him up on news from the last three weeks.2023-10-1600 minTown CallThe Recombobulation Area: Ousting Van OrdenKatrina Shankland has stepped up to challenge Derrick Van Orden’s seat in the House of Representatives. William Walter and Dan Shafer then go on to discuss the narrowly avoided government shutdown from this past weekend.Guest: Dan Shafer2023-10-0300 minTown CallMost Wisconsin Headlines With Dan ShaferDan Shafer of The Recombobulation Area joins us in Luke’s absence to share some great Wisconsin headlines from the last week.Guest: Dan Shafer2023-09-2237 minTown CallOffice Hours: Government ShutdownsAs we stand at the precipice of a likely government shutdown, Wil and Luke welcome Professor Jon Shelton to explain the history of shutdowns and what they mean. Also, we bid Luke farewell and wish him a very happy honeymoon.Guest: Jon Shelton2023-09-2137 minTown CallSportswashingThe escalating cost of keeping the Brewers in Milwaukee is mind boggling. Wil and Luke talk about the history of sports teams extorting the public.2023-09-2037 minTown CallFocusing On Public Safety With Rep. Darrin MadisonAfter wrapping up some loose ends, Wil and Luke welcome State Representative Darrin Madison of Milwaukee to share what he’s been working on for the people of Wisconsin.Guest: Darrin Madison2023-09-1937 minTown CallIntroducing Nick RamosAfter rounding up the weekend news, Wil and Luke welcome the new Executive Director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, Nick Ramos!Guest: Nick Ramos2023-09-1837 minTown CallWhen is a Fill In Judge Supposed to Recuse?Wil and Luke dive into the Most Wisconsin Headlines of the week! But with Mr. Zommers gone in the Northwoods, we have to wait until next week to find out the winner for this week’s contest.2023-09-1537 minTown CallHot Labor Summer Talks UAW StrikeWil and Luke are joined by Professor Jon Shelton for Office Hours on a Thursday afternoon. The three discuss what is going on with the United Auto Workers potential strike tonight. They also discuss talk shows crossing the WGA picket line and fantasy football labor locks of the week.Guest: Jon Shelton2023-09-1437 minTown CallSchool AC In 2023Now that we’ve passed Labor Day (and Shrek Fest), most schools are back in session. Luke and Wil cover a myriad of back-to-school topics including Wisconsin’s lack of air conditioning in public schools.2023-09-0537 minTown CallFish FrydayLuke and Wil duke it out over the most Wisconsin headline of the week, covering old fashioneds, Milverine, fresh fish, and more!2023-08-2537 minTown CallWhat Do You Want to Hear From the CandidatesTown Call live on location in Milwaukee! Wil and Luke dive in to what to expect from the RNC debate stage this evening. Plus, Dan Shafer gives a man on the street report live from Milwaukee!2023-08-2337 minTown CallTake This Job and Shove ItToday, Luke and Wil discuss the pros and cons of shortening the standard 40-hour work week to 32 hours.2023-08-2137 minTown CallCongratulations, Luke!Luke is out this weekend to get married, so Wil and Aaron bring us the most Wisconsin headlines of this week.2023-08-1837 minTown CallMental PlyometricsWil and Luke face off in their weekly battle for the best Wisconsin headlines of the week. Topics this week include the state supreme court, state fair livestock auctions, the Brewers, and more!2023-08-1137 minTown CallDonald Trump Doesn’t Play NiceIs our democracy truly representative? Wil and Luke share the results of a special election in Ohio before welcoming Dan Shafer into the Recombobulation Area. Dan recaps the state of Republican presidential candidates and how Wisconsin will factor in to their success.Guest: Dan Shafer2023-08-0937 minTown CallExpectations For Wisconsin’s Supreme CourtAs of yesterday, Janet Protasiewicz is Wisconsin’s newest supreme court justice. Wil and Luke ask for your opinions on the matter. Do you trust this new lineup? How do you think the court will rule on issues that plague the state?2023-08-0237 minTown CallMaintaining Competition In AgricultureWisconsin is joining several other states to push back against huge farm conglomerates. Monopolies go against the spirit of American capitalism by maintaining an illusion of choice while destroying any small companies.2023-07-3137 minTown CallWorking the Refs for Wisconsin Headlines of the WeekWil and Luke go back and forth with their most Wisconsin headlines of the week. Guest judge of the week Anders Hanhan joins the show and shares a few headlines of his own!Guest: Anders Hanhan2023-07-2837 minTown CallOffice Hours: Solidarity For Workplace SafetyProfessor Jon Shelton returns for another edition of Office Hours. Today, we seek his expertise as a union president as we discuss the new contract signed between the Teamsters union and UPS.Guest: Jon Shelton2023-07-2737 minTown CallWho Will Take On Trump?Do you believe that the US Supreme Court is doing a good job? Approval ratings have been on the rise according to the Marquette University Law School poll. After that, we enter the Recombobulation Area with Dan Shafer to discuss the upcoming Republican primary debate. Will any of them turn on Donald Trump?Guest: Dan Shafer2023-07-2637 minTown CallConsumer ConfidenceToday, Wil and Luke focus on the economy. Do you feel confident in our economy? We take your calls from different walks of life to see what Wisconsinites believe.2023-07-2537 minTown CallMail-In Ballots: Accessible Or Fraudulent?Wil poses a question to us all: do you have faith in mail-in voting? The Republican party has made a 180 on their stance after years of lambasting the process as rife with fraud, but what do you think?2023-07-2437 minTown CallWisconsin’s Political NarrativeThis Friday, Wil and Luke share a smorgasbord of Wisconsin headlines. Listen in to find out who emerged victorious!2023-07-2137 minTown CallThird Party PoliticsBucks in 6! The United States of America has been stuck with two political parties for essentially its whole existence. Could a third party ever be successful in our country?2023-07-2037 minTown CallShenanigans!The results are in for yesterday’s special election for the 8th Senate District. Also, Michigan has charged the 16 2020 fraudulent electors in their state. Will Wisconsin do the same? Wil is getting set to slide into Attorney General Josh Kaul’s DMs. Today, we unveil the new intro for The Recombobulation Area and Dan Shafer […]Guest: Dan Shafer2023-07-1937 minTown CallDo As I Say, Not As I DoRon Johnson is as unscrupulous as always, saying whatever it takes to get the media off of his back while acting however he pleases. Wil and Luke also take your calls on the issues that are important to you, including the state of the Wisconsin dairy industry. Afterward, we talk about human rights abuses on […]2023-07-1837 minTown CallYou Can’t Cry WolfeToday, Wil and Luke continue the discussion about the fairness and accuracy of the Wisconsin Election Committee.2023-07-1737 minTown CallCensoring All Colors Of the RainbowThe Waukesha school board has fired Melissa Tempel, a teacher who criticized the decision to ban Rainbowland. There are a few Wisconsin school districts mired in controversy as of late, and now they’re getting attention at the national level.2023-07-1337 minTown CallTwo Sides Of the MKE Sales Tax CoinLast night, Milwaukee approved a new 2% local sales tax to shore up low funding at the state level. Do you think this was a good move? Dan Shafer from The Recombobulation Area and State Rep. Ryan Clancy give us their observations and opinions. Guests: Dan Shafer, Ryan Clancy2023-07-1237 minTown CallSupply and DemandWhat would you do with the remaining $4 billion surplus in the Wisconsin budget? Wil and Luke take your calls on this contentious topic.2023-07-1137 minTown CallCatching Luke Up On the State BudgetReturning from a relaxing vacation, Luke has a lot of catching up to do, especially regarding the state budget. He and Wil also discuss PFAS contamination.2023-07-1037 minTown CallThe Morality Of Line Item VetoesOn the last day of Luke’s vacation, Wil is joined by Andre Walton, the Executive Director of Our Wisconsin Revolution. There remains a lot to unpack regarding the line item vetoes employed by Governor Evers in the new biennial budget. This practice is nothing new, but should it still be around?Guest: Andre Walton2023-07-0737 minTown CallOffice Hours: The Professor Is In!Today we debut a new recurring segment: Office Hours with Professor Jon Shelton. As the Vice President of Higher Education for the American Federation of Teachers-Wisconsin and a professor of Democracy and Justice Studies, he is an amazing resource for the community. Today, he takes your questions about student loan debt and the provisions for […]Guest: Jon Shelton2023-07-0637 minTown CallRestoring Young People’s Faith in WisconsinToday we are joined by Collin McNamara, a 23-year-old candidate for the 24th state senate district. He’s the perfect person to talk about youth participation in politics. He shares his insights on what drives young people to vote or run for office.Guest: Collin McNamara2023-07-0537 minTown CallThe George Santos Of Legal CasesFollowing the 303 Creative v. Elenis decision, we find ourselves in a curious position: should hypothetical situations be considered in a court of law? Many feel we are regressing into discriminatory practices, but what do you think?2023-07-0337 minTown CallChief Justice Roberts and the terrible, horrible, no good very bad couple of daysAmidst a myriad of scandals and questionable rulings, many Americans want to know one thing: is the US Supreme Court functional? Wil and Luke take your calls today to discuss this contentious topic.2023-06-3037 minTown CallWho’s Going to School?Wil & Luke dive into a new proposal circulating in the Wisconsin Legislature about mandating admission to the University of Wisconsin System for the top 5% of all graduating Wisconsin students and the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision striking down affirmative action in college admissions.2023-06-2937 minTown CallBidenomics and BroadbandToday we break down the new plan to fund high-speed internet access across the nation. Wisconsin looks to receive $1.1 billion to improve broadband access. What do you think? Has the internet become so vital to our way of life that it should be a public utility?2023-06-2837 minTown CallDefending Democracy With Matt RothschildMatt Rothschild, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, brings us his expertise on state politics during his last week before retirement. He’s not slacking off in his last few days, tackling the state and federal supreme courts, the Wisconsin Elections Committee, and other topics.Guest: Matt Rothschild2023-06-2737 minTown CallDon’t Let Legislators Tune You OutAfter we catch up on Friday’s Most Wisconsin Headline of the Week, State Senator Chris Larson steps in to continue the discussion about the state budget.Guest: Chris Larson2023-06-2637 minTown CallHow To Draw People To WisconsinThe new Republican plan to spend half of our $7 Billion surplus has become public, and as we expected, it heavily favors the wealthy. We take your calls on what you think we should use this money for, from tax cuts to childcare, with a focus on programs that might entice people to move to […]2023-06-2337 minTown CallCreating a Safe Space For Trans PeopleDane County Board Supervisor and all-around awesome person Analiese Eicher is our special guest today! The discussion today revolves around a new resolution to make Dane County a sanctuary for trans and other LGBTQ+ individuals. This came about simultaneously with the Joint Finance Committee’s resolution to exclude gender-affirming care from Badgercare.Guest: Analiese Eicher2023-06-2237 minTown CallIncompatible, Not UninhabitableTodd Allbaugh joins Aaron and Luke to talk about noise pollution caused by F-35 fighter jets in Madison. What impact do these jets have on our communities, and how can we be informed about these potentially hazardous noise levels?Guest: Todd Allbaugh2023-06-2137 minTown CallFunding Wisconsin ChildcareIn Wil’s absence, Dan Shafer of The Recombobulation Area joins Luke to take your calls on childcare in our state. The new budget from the Joint Finance Committee will end the Childcare Counts program, and we want to hear what you think!Guest: Dan Shafer2023-06-2037 minTown CallCotton Candy Lemonade vs. Sweet Potato LatteLuke and Wil share their Most Wisconsin Headlines of the Week, spanning from Sporkies and Drinkies to fishing competitions.2023-06-1637 minTown CallMeagan Wolfe and Election IntegrityToday, Wil and Luke ask what you think about election integrity on both the state and national level. Meagan Wolfe, Administrator of the Wisconsin Elections Commission, nears the end of her term. Should she be reappointed to another term?2023-06-1537 minTown CallBalancing the State BudgetIf you were a state legislator, how would you write the budget? Luke and Wil take your calls on what you believe our state should be prioritizing.2023-06-1437 minTown CallAnother One Rides The BusToday public transportation is the topic of discussion. Todd Allbaugh joins us to provide an inside perspective on how Wisconsinites have been deprived of light railways.Guest: Todd Allbaugh2023-06-1337 minTown CallBusting Education MythsToday, we are joined by Jon Shelton to speak on myths about education. Jon Shelton is a professor of democracy and justice studies at the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay, and he is Vice President of Higher Education for AFT-Wisconsin. He is the author of The Education Myth: How Human Capital Trumped Social Democracy.Guest: Jon Shelton2023-06-1237 minTown CallNews of the Decade: Trump’s IndictmentDonald Trump has been federally indicted. The charges have yet to be unsealed, but there is still a lot to talk about. What effect do you think this will have on his campaign?2023-06-0937 minTown CallDemocracy or Republic?Today, we pose the question: Who should make policy decisions? Should the people be trusted with every decision regardless of expertise, or should we rely on our elected representatives?2023-06-0837 minTown CallFree Speech In Public SchoolsToday, our hosts invite your calls on the proposed limitations of free speech in school. Where is the line? Can we prohibit schools and/or students from talking about sexuality, gender, politics, race, and “safe spaces?”2023-06-0737 minTown CallThe First CallWill and Luke kick off with the first Town Call episode.2023-06-0537 min
Dueling TangentsThe Notorious W.I.L.William (Wil? Will?) Walter joins Luke again today to go over the news and take your calls.2023-05-2444 minDueling TangentsWill they have the will?Wednesday with William Walter! Should candidates and elected officials pay themselves back for personal loans they make to their campaigns?? That and more Wisconsin headlines here on Dueling Tangents.Guest: William Walter2023-05-1744 minDueling TangentsWilling to work… for a living wageOn this Friday edition of Dueling Tangents, William Walter and Evan are joined by Alan Minsky of PDA to discuss workers rights, strikes, and a complicated voting public.Guest: Alan Minsky2023-05-1244 minDueling TangentsWill we share that revenueIt’s Wednesday! William Walter joins Luke for updates on the shared revenue proposal, and all the strings that come with! Plus, reports from outside spending on last month’s Supreme Court race!Guest: William Walter2023-05-0344 minDueling TangentsFriday: Our favorite WednesdayWilliam Walter joins Luke on a Friday! We’re talking shared revenue, elections, and the NFL draft! Plus, the most Wisconsin headline of the week!2023-04-2844 minDueling TangentsOur 3rd favorite WednesdayLuke and William Walter saunter in with a whole stack of tangents for the people, and they have a word or two for our supreme court and it’s crumbling legacy.Guest: William Walter2023-04-2644 minDueling TangentsFire when readyLuke, Bryan and Wil react to the headlines of the day, did you hear its “Firing Monday!”Guest: William Walter2023-04-2444 minDueling TangentsWeekly Best of Dueling Tangents for Apr 22William Walter, Luke and Bryan duel for the affections of their audience by offering their informative takes on the logjam that is Wisconsin politics.2023-04-2344 minDueling TangentsWhat DOES the Faux say?William Walter joins Luke on a Thursday, to discuss legislative proposals, university funding and the fallout of Fox settling the lawsuit with Dominion.Guest: William Walter2023-04-2044 minDueling TangentsWILL they do it?!2024 U.S. Senate map and Big Tech! Your calls, texts and tangents welcome at 844-967-2789.Guest: William Walter2023-04-1244 minDueling TangentsWilling and roarin’ for the weekWilliam Walter joins Luke to inform the party people. On today’s docket – Are young people ‘to blame’ for democratic victory in the supreme court election? Scotty Walker seems to think so… Your calls and texts @ 844-967-2789!2023-04-1044 minDueling TangentsPost-Tuesday Election Triage-in-TriplicateIf two’s a good time, than three’s a party on today’s celebratory hour of Dueling Tangents. Join Luke, Bryan and William Walter in feelin’ good on a wednesday, yah yah!Guest: William Walter2023-04-0544 minDueling TangentsWilliam takes the square!On this special Monday edition of Dueling Tangents, WIlliam Walter shows us the way. He’s joined by One Wisconsin Revolution to discuss the Supreme Court race here in the state, and why the choice is hardly a choice at all for those who support democracy.2023-04-0344 minDueling TangentsThe Wishing WillIt is a Wednesday with William Walter here on Dueling Tangents. We dive in to the spring general election and so many more Wisconsin headlines.Guest: William Walter2023-03-2944 minDueling TangentsWill Does His HomeworkThis Wednesday, William Walter joins Luke to discuss the State Supreme Court debate from yesterday. Dan Kelly, if you’re listening, know that acting condescending doesn’t actually make you smarter than your opponent.2023-03-2244 minDueling TangentsAre you Willing to drink the water?William Walter and superproducer Evan discuss how it’s impossible to escape the influence of PFA’s in today’s world, and take your calls.Guest: William Walter2023-03-1544 minDueling TangentsFeelin’ even better on a WednesdayGet ready for a Wednesday with Wil edition of Dueling Tangents! We dive into all the stories swirling around Wisconsin to get you through the mid-week news cycle!Guest: William Walter2023-03-0844 minDueling TangentsDueling recusals will change the worldIts Wednesday, which means William Walter joins Luke for the tossing around of some tangents and headlines! Eli Lily does the right thing, for real this time, not just because of a mock tweet! Plus, WI Supreme Court candidates meet with the Counties Association, and we will discuss what they had to say.2023-03-0144 minDueling TangentsDeities break contracts all the timeLuke and William Walter won’t hold it against them, for they have a plethora of tangents to run through.Guest: William Walter2023-02-2244 minDueling TangentsA Will to go on, up and overWilliam Walter and superproducer Evan take a moment to pay down some debt that can never be repayed, and run back some of the crazy headlines blowing past at light speed.Guest: William Walter2023-02-1744 minDueling TangentsThe Honor and the WillLuke and William take their best shot, as honorable men, at our pathetic excuse for a legislature.Guest: William Walter2023-02-0944 minDueling TangentsWilling to tryToday Evan mans the board while William is joined by Same Laude of One Wisconsin Revolution to talk about empowering a new generation of democratic advocates.Guests: William Walter, Sam Laude2023-02-0300 minDueling TangentsWill they/won’t theyWilliam Walter stops by for a Wednesday edition of Dueling Tangents, while Bryan is off making something so awesome we cannot wait to tell you about! Supreme Court candidate forums, lawsuits and so much more!Guest: William Walter2023-02-0144 minDueling TangentsWilling and Able 2: Electric BoogalooWilliam Walter joins Luke for the clout, the luls, and universal praise. Also the heart of democracy itself.Guest: William Walter2023-01-2444 minDueling TangentsWilling and AbleWilliam Walter joins Luke before we all break for the weekend! Robin Vos shares a scenario that isn’t happening in Wisconsin, the Supreme Court wraps up its review into the Dobbs leak, and more!Guest: William Walter2023-01-2044 minDueling TangentsWhere there’s a Will, there’s a wayWilliam Walter comes down to take credit for the warm streak we’ve received, and Luke and Will discuss how the bad faith in the GOP legislature is intentional.Guest: William Walter2023-01-1744 minDueling TangentsGood = W for WillBeloved affiliate of the Civic Media Network William Walter steps up to fill some mighty large shoes for the day.Guest: William Walter2023-01-1644 minDueling TangentsPar for the courseLuke and friend of the Devil William Walter fill the bag with enough tangents to get you through the weekend – now get that bag.Guest: William Walter2023-01-1344 minDueling TangentsDon’t let mother nature take all the creditWilliam Walter joins Luke for a Wednesday of tangents. We talk sewer socialism, Robert Spindell and more! Your calls, texts and tangents too.Guest: William Walter2023-01-1144 minDueling TangentsYou be the judgeWilliam Walter joins Luke for a Wednesday full of headlines, and Dane County Judge Everett Mitchell joins the show at 2:30 pm!2023-01-0444 minDueling Tangents2022-12-29 Dueling TangentsEvan and William’s impression of the ‘real’ DT squad may not be on point, but it’s the effort that counts. William and his cohorts discuss, among other things, the possible privatization of crucial services Americans everywhere depend on – and why it’s a really, really bad idea.Guest: William Walter2022-12-2944 minDueling TangentsNow THAT’S what I call ‘High Hopes’William Walter and super-producer Evan come in hot from the cold to talk about breaking up monopolies, the woes of flying in 2022, and more! Anders Hanhan, political strategist with Our Wisconsin Revolution, joins for the second half of the show to discuss one of the most important topics Wisconsinites have wrangled with in a […]Guest: William Walter2022-12-2744 minDueling TangentsQuit while you’re aheadWilliam Walter joins Luke for a Wednesday edition of Dueling Tangents! We get a little insight on what divided government will look like in 2023 for Wisconsin and touch on some national headlines.Guest: William Walter2022-12-2144 minDueling TangentsFair to JudgeWilliam Walter joins Luke for a tangent Tuesday filled with census numbers, Elon’s Twitter and Rev. Everett Mitchell joining at 2:30pm! Your calls, texts and tangentsGuests: William Walter, Everett Mitchell2022-12-2044 minDueling TangentsFree speech for some, account suspension for othersWe have a snowy Wednesday set of tangents for you, and boy-howdy are there a lot of them to get to! Luke and Bryan are joined by William Walter, representative of Mother Nature, to explain himself – but we mostly run through breaking news on PFO’s, the implosion of twitter, and obstructionists hell-bent on grinding […]Guest: William Walter2022-12-1544 minDueling TangentsMother Nature’s shocking betrayalWilliam Walter joins Luke to discuss national and state headlines! Plus we take your calls, texts and tangents.Guest: William Walter2022-12-0744 minDueling TangentsXTREME percolationRight-wing extremism is percolating across the nation, but again Wisconsin was ground zero for this kind of hate back in May. Why are national outlets not calling it what it is? Domestic terrorism. William Walter joins Luke to discuss the topic and other headlines from over the weekend.Guest: William Walter2022-12-0544 minDueling TangentsWorkers Rights like a run-away trainWilliam Walter plays striker for the Civic Media Team! Luke and Will talk about The World Cup, an impending Wisconsin retirement, and fatigue around election cycles that seem to be infinite.Guest: William Walter2022-12-0144 minDueling TangentsMr. Walter goes to MadisonWilliam and Evan cackle about an IRL twitter meltdown, talk with Jason Hafeman about the importance of thinking local, and discuss the frighteningly effective world of online propaganda outlets. Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!2022-11-2344 minDueling TangentsThe GOP’s circular firing squad is formingWilliam Walter joins Luke for the show today to discuss the changing of the guard in the U.S. House of Representatives and covering the disarray in the Republican Parties here in Wisconsin and nationally!Guest: William Walter2022-11-1744 minDueling TangentsWilliam Walter = Warmer WeatherOnce again, William Walter fills in for Bryan, bringing his blessings in the form of a gorgeous day as he and Luke discuss the aftermath of the midterm election.Guest: William Walter2022-11-1044 minDueling TangentsThe seat might be hot, but the tangents are ice coldWilliam Walter steps up to the mound to address a generation of young people who aspire to be ‘content creators’ when they grow up – and not just for fun.Guest: William Walter2022-10-0343 minDueling TangentsTangentially Related!William Walter steps into the hot seat to duel it out with the Devil Radio listeners – and Beyond!Guest: William Walter2022-09-3044 minDueling TangentsThere’s something in the water… (Sept. 28)We agree with Frederick Prehn? Well, on one thing. Find out what! Plus, William Walter will preview what he is going to cover filling in for Dueling Tangents on Friday and Monday. Then we talk with Shawn Phetteplace from Main Street Alliance joins Luke to talk small business.Guests: Shawn Phetteplace, William Walter2022-09-2844 minDueling TangentsDueling TulpasToday, William Walter steps up the plate to host a special edition of Dueling Tangents! A purveyor of fine memes, William and Evan discuss President Biden’s speech in Philadelphia, internet culture, and more. In the second half of the show, John Calabrese joins us to talk about the importance of local administration, referendums, and thinking […]Guest: John Calabrese2022-09-0244 min