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Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba

Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba tackles the tough questions like, "What should I binge watch?" and "Where are the most haunted hotels in the state?" Leave the stress of the day behind with entertainment news, comedy and quirky Wisconsin. Pete is a show biz veteran writer, actor, and comedian who will take you from Wisconsin to Hollywood and still have you back in time for bed. Listen Live: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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43:56

On Making Music Videos with Moriah Koehler (Hour 3)

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2026/02/12

At the beginning of Act Three, we read off comments and texts on our Question of the Nite about the most exciting winter Olympic sports. Pete eats his words after dissing curling. Later on in the hour, Filmmaker Moriah Koehler hops on the show to talk about a music video she directed that will premiere this weekend at the Door County Film Festival! Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 5-8 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to

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43:56

Comedy and Curling with Greg Bach (Hour 2)

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2026/02/12

Our pal Rob Thomas sticks around to kick off Act Two by sharing his thoughts on the latest movies. Spoiler alert: there are a lot of fantastic flicks hitting theaters this weekend, and it's hard to go wrong. At the bottom of the hour, we are joined by Greg Bach, a good friend and colleague here at Civic Media. He and Pete toss around their thoughts about holidays and comedy clubs. The stand-up comedy scene is a lot bigger around Madison and Milwaukee than you might believe. They also talk about

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43:53

The Kinky Side of Madison with Rob Thomas (Hour 1)

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2026/02/12

This Friday, the Wisconsin Beef Council kicks off their third annual Wisconsin's Best Burger contest! Visit beeftips.com to nominate your favorite local burger joint and see previous winners. Over the weekend, Pete will be at the Door County Film Festival. As a result, this is our last live show before Valentine's Day. Pete goes over a list of the most romantic and most... intimate states. People order the darnedest things on DoorDash. At the bottom of the hour, Rob Thomas of City Cast

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43:56

Rest In Peace, Clever Super Bowl Ads (Hour 3)

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2026/02/11

After wrapping things up with Comedian Lenny Schmidt, Pete welcomes Milwaukee Film Critic Matt Mueller back to the program. He shares his thoughts on this year's Super Bowl and its commercials. Altogether, they were predictably underwhelming. At the bottom of the hour, he weighs in on the latest movies he's been watching. Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 5-8 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to

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43:56

The Realism Of Southland with Lenny Schmidt (Hour 2)

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2026/02/11

People like to look at past decades with rose-colored glasses. Right now, the 80's and 90's are in vogue, but not everything was big hair and bright colors. From rewinding VHS tapes to always breathing in secondhand smoke, Pete takes us through a list of some of the worst parts of the 90's. At the bottom of the hour, Actor and Comedian Lenny Schmidt joins Pete to talk about some of his latest work. Lenny plays Officer Slug Ferguson on the TV show Southland, currently available on Netflix. The

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43:56

Delicious Cheese Sandwiches (Hour 1)

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2026/02/11

After some fun stories about wardrobe malfunctions, Pete asks listeners about their favorite inventions. While the answers roll in, Pete pivots to discuss the various uses of cheese sandwiches in filmmaking and comedy. Apparently, Director Stanley Kubrick fed Jack Nicholson a strict diet of cheese sandwiches to keep him as irritable as possible for the filming of The Shining. It certainly seems to have worked, as his performance in that film is unforgettable. Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is a

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43:57

Comedies About Comedians with Mike Siegel (Hour 3)

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2026/02/10

Comedian Mike Siegel sticks around to herald us into Act Three tonight. He and Pete continue the conversation about the best sitcoms based around comedians, like Seinfeld or Roseanne. Over the years, there have been a lot of great ones, but what seems to make or break these shows is the supporting cast. Later on in the hour, WRJN Host and Wrestling Announcer Rich LoCascio joins in to share his latest escapades. This last weekend, he was tackled at the beginning of a wrestling event and had to

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43:55

Not Everything Is Made For Boomers (Hour 2)

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2026/02/10

To kick off Act Two, the organizers of the Door County Film Fest stick around to preview some of their favorite films that will be screened this weekend. Head over to doorcountyfilmfest.com to get tickets! At the bottom of the hour, Comedian Mike Siegel returns to share what he's been watching lately. For better or for worse, that includes the Super Bowl. Bad Bunny was a controversial pick, and Mike thinks that's okay. Media is finally being tailored to younger generations. Nite Lite with

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43:56

All About The Door County Film Fest (Hour 1)

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2026/02/10

Happy Monday, everyone! Yesterday was Super Bowl Sunday, and while the game itself was underwhelming, Bad Bunny's halftime show was the most-viewed ever. Pete and Aaron talk about their favorite parts of the game and the latest Olympic events. Today is National Pizza Day, so for tonight's Question of the Nite, Pete asks about our favorite and least favorite pizza toppings. Pineapple remains as controversial as ever. At the bottom of the hour, Pete talks with Kurt Krauss, Chris Opper, and

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42:43

Oscar Predictions with Devika Girish (Hour 3)

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2026/02/06

In tonite's third act, Pete catches up on your answers about your favorite winter soups. He and Aaron also talk about a very peculiar case of honey contamination that is sure to... excite and entice. At the bottom of the hour, we're excited to welcome Film Critic and Film Comment Magazine Editor Devika Girish! She walks us through how she ended up in this line of work and what her predictions are for the Oscars. Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs

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43:55

Cedar Crest Introduces “Hold Your Horses” (Hour 2)

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2026/02/06

As we begin Act Two, Director Jeff Blankenship hops on to talk about his new film: Houston, We Have a Problem. It was created as part of a 48-hour film competition in Madison, and it will be screening at the upcoming Door County Film Festival. -Who doesn't love ice cream? Cedar Crest here in Wisconsin held a contest for 4-H students to create a new flavor, and tonite, we welcome some folks to celebrate! Cedar Crest Marketing Manager Shannon Simon talks about the history of the company and how

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43:57

The Beginning Of A Great New Acting Career (Hour 1)

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2026/02/06

Are you looking for an opportunity to ruin something great? In a few short days, McDonald's is giving away McNugget caviar. It's literally just a branded tin of caviar and a gift card to buy yourself some fresh McNuggets to dip into it. Head over to mcnuggetcaviar.com to learn more, if you're into that kind of thing. Tonight's Question of the Nite: what's your favorite winter soup? We take some texts and comments with the warmest sauces to sip on. At the bottom of the hour, we welcome the

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43:53

More Horrible Music with Mike Toomey (Hour 3)

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2026/02/05

Shepherding us into Act Three is Steve Seagren, continuing the dialogue about all of the annoying songs we never need to hear again. He also shares some of the best movies and shows he's been watching lately. At the bottom of the hour, WGN morning show host and genuine laugher Mike Toomey joins us to talk more about terrible music. If you listen closely to song lyrics, sometimes they just don't add up, even if the song sounds good. Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media

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Songs We Never Need to Hear Again (Hour 2)

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2026/02/05

Beginning tonight's second act, Pete chats about Super Bowl snacks with Aaron Zommers and how his personal favorites line up with the most popular Wisconsin appetizers. His advice? Never trust a strange dip. At the bottom of the hour, we talk with actor, director, and writer Steve Seagren about his ever-growing list of songs he never needs to hear again. Not all of them are bad songs, but they're certainly overplayed. We take your texts with a laundry list of the most annoying things to hear on

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43:52

Food Stories That Are Good For Your Heart (Hour 1)

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2026/02/05

After sharing his frustration with slow drivers, Pete asks the Question of the Nite: what is your favorite Jim Carrey movie? Today is the anniversary of Ace Ventura: Pet Detective's release, so we take calls and texts from listeners with some of the most memorable moments in Carrey's storied career. At the bottom of the hour, we are joined by Arthur Ircink of Wisconsin Foodie! This excellent show dives into the rich history of food in our state, and it's only gaining popularity. The new season

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43:58

Western Wisconsin Wonders and Dr. Pepper Drama (Hour 3)

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2026/02/04

Pete is joined by Filmmaker Bowdie Bentz to discuss his Western short film 'The Blood Trade,' highlighting his love for the genre and the challenges of indie filmmaking. John Roach also features, talking about his documentary 'A Road at Night,' a moving story of community resilience. The episode wraps up with a quirky discussion on Dr. Pepper jingles, slow dance songs, and Super Bowl predictions. Full of humor and local charm, this episode is a must-listen! Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is a part

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43:58

Sturgeon Spirits, Slow Dances, and A Road at Night...

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2026/02/04

Join Pete Schwaba as he delves into the vibrant world of Wisconsin’s entertainment scene. First up, Karl Loewenstein of Sturgeon Spirits shares insights into his Oshkosh distillery, offering tantalizing details about their unique concoctions and upcoming events. Then, filmmaker John Roach discusses his powerful documentary 'A Road at Night,' which chronicles the life-altering journey of UW basketball coach Howard Moore and his family. Amidst these lively discussions, listeners weigh in with their

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43:52

Wisconsin Winter Wonders: Sturgeons, Spirits, and...

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2026/02/04

Pete Schwaba is joined by Karl Loewenstein from Sturgeon Spirits, who shares tales of sturgeon-spearing traditions and introduces a unique bar on ice event. Meanwhile, listeners weigh in on the best slow dance songs, sparking nostalgic reflections. Mike Clemens presents a riveting interview with Patriots GM Elliott Wolfe, son of legendary Packers GM Ron Wolfe. Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 5-8 pm across Wisconsin

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43:58

From Wisconsin’s Stage to Nollywood Fame (Hour 3)

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2026/02/03

Join host Pete Schwaba as he dives into an eclectic mix of entertainment and culture. Dan Davies, a Northeast Wisconsin actor, shares his journey from indie films to becoming a top Nollywood star, mingling with Nigerian cinema giants in the process. Meanwhile, Thomas Campbell, UWGB's theater and dance chair, discusses his new musical, 'Dr. Bellboy and the Energy Vampire,' and the vital role of theater in education and society. With tales of haunted hotels, Nollywood adventures, and the fight to

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43:57

Giant Spiders and Cartoon Names: A Night of Nostalgia...

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2026/02/03

Join Pete Schwaba as he kicks off a lively Monday night with guest Dan Davies. Dan brings the spotlight to the 50th-anniversary reboot of the cult classic 'Giant Spider Invasion.' Learn about the unique challenge of blending new footage with a 1975 film, all under the eye of the original director, Bill Rebane. Listeners debate which cartoon character's name they'd choose, sparking humorous banter. Plus, personal anecdotes about zipper failures and high school sports mishaps add a human touch to the

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