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Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

Hosted by Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey, Point Taken is for the politically curious and self described political junkie. Steve & Kristin explore, debate, & offer insight into the world of Wisconsin & national politics.

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63:14

Democrats Got Big Wins; What's Next For Republicans?

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2025/11/07

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down the major Democratic wins from Election Day with strategists Joe Zepecki and Bill McCoshen. They dig into what affordability means for both parties, the state of the government shutdown, and even the controversy surrounding Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes. Plus—FoodShare benefits return to Wisconsin, Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar payday, and a few good things to say on “Say Something Nice.”

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59:40

If You Thought Flight Delays Were Already Bad...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/11/06

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey dig into the Supreme Court’s debate over presidential power on tariffs and how the ongoing government shutdown is grounding air travel further. Later, Tom Content from the Citizens Utility Board joins to unpack how AI and data centers are driving up energy costs, and Jeramey Jannene gives updates on Milwaukee’s roads, historic sites, and shifting city priorities.

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63:12

Big Wins, Bigger Issues

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2025/11/05

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down the big Democratic wins across the U.S., Trump’s reaction to GOP losses, and how Canada is coping with U.S. tariffs with economist Todd Hirsch. Then, they dive into Jill Underly addressing the DPI controversy, Governor Evers’ school cell phone ban, and—on a lighter note—how to keep the magic alive in marriage.

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64:51

AI Voices & Crypto Choices

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2025/11/04

From AI obsession to Election Day outcomes, Steve and Kristin cover the week’s biggest stories, including the future of cryptocurrency, Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race, and a candid conversation with comedian Trae Crowder.

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64:19

Politics, Paychecks & Packers Problems

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2025/11/03

WTMJ’s Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined by WISN 12 political director Matt Smith to discuss the ongoing government shutdown, including clips from his interviews with U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Congressman Derrick Van Orden, and Marquette poll director Charles Franklin on who’s to blame and how it’s affecting Americans. Later, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporters Dan Bice and Mary Spicuzza joined to talk about the 2026 Wisconsin elections and how the shutdown is worsening

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64:31

The Horrors of a Month-Long Shutdown

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2025/10/31

WTMJ’s Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined by strategists Joe Zepecki and Bill McCoshen to discuss the near month-long government shutdown, the possible elimination of the filibuster, and the discontinuation of SNAP benefits. They also talked about rising healthcare premiums, U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit to China, his push to resume nuclear testing, and the latest Marquette Law School poll showing low voter awareness of Wisconsin’s candidates. Later, Steve and Kristin were joined by

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61:20

Trump Goes Nuclear (Literally)

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2025/10/30

WTMJ’s Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that the U.S. would resume nuclear testing for the first time in 30 years, sparking debate and listener reaction. They also spoke with Washington County Executive and Republican gubernatorial candidate Josh Schoemann about his campaign and voter awareness. Later, Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene joined to discuss Milwaukee’s police contract, the long-delayed demolition of Northridge Mall, efforts to remove

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9:55

Local food pantry prepares for SNAP/Foodshare cuts.

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/10/29

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63:28

Now Is The Time To Be A Good Neighbor

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2025/10/29

WTMJ’s Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discussed Wisconsin’s looming Foodshare crisis caused by the government shutdown and asked listeners how well they know their neighbors in times of need. They were joined by Kinship Community Food Pantry director Vin Noth, who explained how his organization is preparing to help and where donations can make a difference. Later, they covered Wisconsin’s lawsuit against the USDA over SNAP cuts, the growing “AI job apocalypse,” pieces of Milwaukee’s famed “Deep

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62:53

ICE is Under Pressure from the President

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2025/10/28

WTMJ’s Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discussed the record rise in Medicaid and employer insurance premiums amid the ongoing government shutdown, taking listener feedback on how worried people are about rising healthcare costs. They also spoke with Wisconsin State Senate candidate Emily Tseffos about campaigning as a Democrat in a Republican district, examined ICE’s use of AI and the rise in self-deportations, debated new credential rules for social media influencers in China, and closed the show

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65:08

Are Trump's Tweets Turning Voters Away?

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2025/10/27

WTMJ’s Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined by WISN’s Matt Smith to discuss the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s latest controversy, the impact of the federal government shutdown on food assistance, and shifting voter sentiment ahead of 2026. They also talked about concerns over Donald Trump’s social media behavior, how tariffs are affecting farmers, and why Democrats may need to refocus on centrist voters — plus a big Packers win to end the show.

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10:57

Meet the Candidates: Tom Tiffany for Wisconsin Governor

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2025/10/24

Steve and Kristin were joined on the phone by U.S. Congressman Tom Tiffany, who’s running for Wisconsin Governor, to discuss his campaign priorities — including the state budget, support for Wisconsin farmers, tariffs, and the recent hold-up of swearing-in of the newly elected Congresswoman from Arizona.

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63:27

Where Does Wisconsin DPI Do Next?

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2025/10/24

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen to break down day 24 of the ongoing government shutdown, failed attempts to reopen the government, and President Trump’s controversial East Wing reconstruction. They also reacted to remarks from top Trump allies, including Stephen Miller and Steve Bannon, and discussed the growing speculation around Wisconsin’s 2026 races — from Mandela Barnes’ potential run for

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59:56

The High Cost of Reckless Driving

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2025/10/23

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi opened the show with an update on the ongoing government shutdown—now on day 23—and what it says about the nation’s deep political divide. He was joined in-studio by Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty president Rick Esenberg to break down the gridlock in Washington, President Trump’s controversial reconstruction of the White House East Wing, his investments in tech, and the growing distrust around elections.In the second hour, Steve welcomed Urban Milwaukee president

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66:55

What Jobs Will Be Left in the AI World?

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2025/10/22

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey kicked off the show reacting to Amazon’s desire to replace future hires with robots, raising questions about what jobs humans will have left in an increasingly automated world. They also played a powerful clip from researcher Brené Brown on uncertainty and mental health in the age of AI, tying it to how political leaders are adding to the anxiety of modern life. The discussion then turned to a new bill from Wisconsin Republicans that would expand gun rights

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62:39

Is It Time To Hop Off The Hop?

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2025/10/21

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey kicked off the show reacting to a massive Amazon Web Services outage that took down a third of the internet. They discussed society’s deep dependence on online infrastructure, what happens when it fails, and how few companies control so much of modern life. The conversation then turned to President Donald Trump’s controversial decision to demolish the White House’s East Wing with private funding, with listener reactions pouring in on the Siding Unlimited

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63:38

Wisconsin's DPI Scandal Is A Big Deal

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2025/10/20

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey opened the show breaking down the massive “No Kings” protests that drew more than seven million people across the country, pushing back against the Trump administration. They reacted to Republican leaders’ responses, including remarks from Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and Speaker Mike Johnson, and to a shocking AI-generated video from President Trump.Locally, Steve and Kristin discussed Milwaukee’s “habitual parking violators” and the city’s growing

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63:25

Steve's Back and Fired Up On School Cell Phone Bans

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2025/10/17

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey kicked off the show with Steve’s return from his trip to Sicily and Malta, sharing travel highlights before Kristin quizzed him on all the major news he missed while away. The two then turned to the ongoing federal government shutdown—now in its 17th day—discussing the political stalemate in Congress and how it’s affecting everyday Americans. Listeners joined the conversation through the talk and text line to share how the shutdown is impacting their

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62:43

Habitual parking Violators: The Other HPV

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2025/10/16

WTMJ host Kristin Brey opened the show with highlights from the News Nation Town Hall, including powerful remarks from Stephen A. Smith on the government shutdown. She was then joined by former Milwaukee Judge and Marquette’s Lubar Center director Derek Mosley to discuss upcoming events, Milwaukee’s new Office of Wellness and Safety, and the latest Marquette Law School Poll. Later, Institute for Reforming Government’s Quinton Klabon joined in-studio to break down the Department of Education layoffs

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63:33

Our Souls Are Being Eaten by Online Politics

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2025/10/15

WTMJ’s Kristin Brey explores the intersection of tech, politics, and culture, starting with Meta’s efforts to protect children online and Wisconsin’s proposed school phone ban. She then dives into a leaked Telegram chat filled with racist messages from "Young Republicans", the dangers of online echo chambers, and a disturbing incident involving the Democratic Party of Winnebago County at a local farmers market. Kristin is joined by Brewers documentary filmmaker Sean Hanish to talk about his latest

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