Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

64:20

A Big Endorsement and a Bigger Question

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/04/15

Kristin Brey and Todd Allbaugh break down early moves in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race, including a new TV ad from Republican Tom Tiffany and a major endorsement for Democrat Kelda Roys. They discuss what these signals mean — and why the rest of the field has been relatively quiet.The conversation also covers a stalled special session on gerrymandering, a key Republican lawmaker stepping aside, and leadership changes at UW-Madison athletics. The show wraps with listener reactions, a return of

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13:45

OVERTIME: The Streaming Rigamarole of Sports

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2026/04/15

The NFL is under investigation — but not for what happens on the field.Steve and Kristin break down the DOJ probe into the league’s broadcast rights and the growing frustration of fans trying to keep up with games across multiple streaming platforms. Is this just the future of sports media, or are consumers getting squeezed? Plus, where they actually agree: watching your hometown team shouldn’t be this hard.

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61:04

TMZ Shines a Light on Those D.C. Cockroaches

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2026/04/14

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey react to severe weather across Southeast Wisconsin before diving into a series of political controversies, including allegations against members of Congress and a local resignation over inflammatory comments. They’re joined by Ozaukee County Supervisor Monis Khan to discuss the impact of harmful rhetoric and accountability in public office.Later, the show marks 414 Day with community-focused conversations, including Tory Lowe on his upcoming cleanup event and

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63:23

Don't Mess with the Pope, and Spellcheck

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2026/04/13

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by WISN political director Matt Smith to break down major developments in Wisconsin politics, including Brad Schimmel’s new role, fallout from the Supreme Court race, and the ousting of Universities of Wisconsin president Jay Rothman. They also preview Governor Tony Evers’ upcoming special session on gerrymandering. Later, Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano joins to discuss market reactions to stalled Iran negotiations, rising costs, and recession

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64:06

We Almost Ended a Civilization

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2026/04/10

It’s the Political Power Hour as Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by Bill McCoshen and Joe Zepecki to break down a decisive Wisconsin Supreme Court election, what it means for both parties, and how momentum could carry into 2027 and beyond. The panel also dives into the escalating conflict with Iran, debating strategy, political fallout, and what a “win” would even look like. Later, the tone lightens with a conversation on the Artemis II mission, followed by Say Something Nice, Grab Bags,

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3:29

Week-In-Review: Election Day, a ceasefire & bills signed

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2026/04/10

A landslide victory, a sudden ceasefire, big bills signed by the Governor and more... It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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63:11

Nothing Is Static When It Comes to Science

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2026/04/09

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey open the show with a heated discussion on trust in science after reports of a delayed CDC study on COVID-19 vaccine benefits, questioning what it will take to rebuild public confidence amid growing anti-vaccine sentiment.Later, Waukesha mayor-elect Alicia Halvensleben joins to discuss her upcoming transition into office and priorities for the city. In City Stories, Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene breaks down election turnout, transit updates, major infrastructure

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14:09

Make Politicians Sexy Again (Or At Least…Cool?)

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2026/04/08

Steve and Kristin dive into a surprisingly real question: does how politicians look actually matter?Inspired by a USA Today article pushing for “hotter” candidates, they debate whether appearance, charisma, and “cool factor” play a role in winning elections — or if it’s all superficial compared to policy. It’s part political analysis, part pop culture, and fully Overtime.

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61:19

Was This Our Bay of Pigs?

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2026/04/08

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey react to Wisconsin’s Supreme Court election results, breaking down what a decisive win means for the state’s political direction and whether voters are moving away from culture war issues. They also discuss local referendum outcomes, rising costs, and what Election Day revealed about voter priorities. Later, the conversation shifts to a ceasefire in the Iran conflict and what it means globally, followed by insights from industry expert Leo Krenz on tariff uncertainty

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62:40

We Could Live in a Different World Tomorrow

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2026/04/07

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey open the show on Wisconsin Election Day, checking in with listeners about turnout, polling locations, and whether massive campaign spending actually changes outcomes. They also question what civic duty should look like in the U.S. — and whether voting should be required.The conversation then turns sharply to national news, reacting to President Trump’s escalating rhetoric toward Iran and the lack of response from Congress, raising questions about how quickly global

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64:20

Wisconsin Voters Are Not Dumb

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2026/04/06

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by WISN political director Matt Smith to break down Wisconsin’s Supreme Court debate, including what stood out, how both parties are framing the race, and why, as Matt puts it, “Wisconsin voters are not dumb.” They also discuss pending legislation on Governor Tony Evers’ desk and the growing role of outside money in a supposedly nonpartisan election. Later, the conversation turns to political rhetoric, decency in public discourse, and the influence of

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63:40

Pam's Out; Is Tulsi Next?

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2026/04/03

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by Republican strategist Bill McCoshen and Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki to react to the firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi, what it signals about the administration, plus the ongoing tensions abroad with Iran. They also discuss the latest Supreme Court developments and break down Wisconsin’s high-stakes judicial race following last night's debate between candidates.In the second hour, the panel examines the detention of a Milwaukee religious leader

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3:22

Week-In-Review: Teen takeovers, Brewers hit hard &...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/04/03

Teens takeover malls, the Crew hits hard, America goes back to the Moon and more. It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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61:47

Steve Scaffidi vs. The President

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2026/04/02

It's a solo Steve show today! Steve responds to President Trump's primetime address. Then, Alex Strouf joins to talk about the hot start to the Brewers' season. Later, Steve ponders how much of the current state of the country Trump can still blame on Biden. In the second hour, Urban Milwaukee's Jeramey Jannene joins the show to give his take on recent events around town.

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13:14

Over Time: Looksmaxing AKA Taking a Hammer to the Face

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2026/04/02

Steve and Kristin take some Over Time on this bonus, unfiltered podcast.What is "Looksmaxing" and why are so many young men hitting themselves in the face with hammers? The conversation takes a deep dive into this movement and what it says about gender, beauty standards and self-confidence.

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62:37

SCOTUS, Kink and the Moon

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2026/04/01

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by retired Judge Mary Kuhnmuench to break down a major Supreme Court case involving President Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order and broader questions about executive power, mail-in voting, and the Constitution.Later, Shannon Ross of The Community joins for Second Chance Month to discuss prison rehabilitation, reducing recidivism, and how hiring practices and public records impact formerly incarcerated individuals. The show also explores the

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60:52

The Slippery Slope of Defining Antisemitism

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2026/03/31

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey explore the tension between tradition and change and how it shapes modern conservatism and progressivism. They also discuss Wisconsin’s emissions testing law and a proposal to eliminate it, along with new legislation defining antisemitism and the broader implications for free speech. Later, Dr. Michael Siegel joins to talk about efforts to bridge the divide on firearm policy, followed by Forward Thinking with City Forward Collective’s Colleston Morgan on school

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64:40

A Reckoning for Social Media Companies

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2026/03/30

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey open the show by confronting the reality of U.S. involvement in a conflict with Iran, debating the administration’s strategy and asking listeners whether they’re concerned about potential troop deployment. They also examine growing scrutiny on social media companies after new legal losses for Meta and discuss the impact of algorithm-driven platforms on younger users. Later, Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano joins for a Monday Market Preview on recession risks,

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64:18

Does Tom Tiffany Care About His Constituents?

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2026/03/27

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by Todd Allbaugh for a wide-ranging conversation on Congress’s failure to end the partial government shutdown, the impact on unpaid TSA workers, and how immigration politics are complicating a solution. They also examine the Trump administration’s posture toward Iran, debate whether U.S. troops could be sent in, and discuss growing fractures inside the MAGA movement.Later, the show turns to Wisconsin politics with a look at the delayed State Supreme Court

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15:51

Point Taken: Opening Day Hour 3

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/26

Opening Day Hour 3 includes Steve & Kristin talking about the fan interaction so far, Greg Matzek talks about the interactions between Jordan Stolz & Jordan Love, and Steve & Kristin wrap up the show talking all things Brewers!

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