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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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8:24

What is Fusion Voting? w/ Jeff Mandell & John Franke

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/29

Fusion Voting could be introduced in Wisconsin. Joining Steve and Kristin remotely were attorneys Jeff Mandell and John Franke to answer questions on what fusion voting was.

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64:50

Tax Cuts Over Tea - 4/28/25

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/28

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined in-studio by WISN Channel 12 political reporter Matt Smith, and they began by discussing the detainment of Milwaukee County judge Hannah Dugan for obstruction of justice. A clip from attorney Dan Adams was played from Smith’s show UpFront was played for the legal perspective of the detainment; they all discussed. -A clip from Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, also from UpFront, was played about his thoughts on the ICE raids like those at the

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61:30

Green and Golden

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/25

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was broadcasting remotely from Green Bay for the NFL Draft and co-host Kristin Brey was joined in-studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen. They talked a little about what the draft meant for Wisconsin. They also talked about the recent breaking news of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan getting arrested by the FBI. -They next discussed Russia’s latest intense strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and U.S. President Donald Trump’s

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62:58

Mayor Pete Enters the Manosphere

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/24

It was the first day of the 2025 National Football League Draft; Steve and Kristin briefly discussed. 10:12 – The average age of United States Senators is old but U.S. Senator from Illinois Dick Durbin announced his retirement at the age of 80 as well as U.S. Representative from Illinois Jan Schakowsky. Democratic Party Vice Chair David Hogg raised money for a fund to primary other older Democrats; a clip of his thoughts was played. -They continued the conversation and debated Hogg’s methods and

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63:38

Gross Baby Boom Cult

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/23

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined remotely by political writer Christian Schneider to talk about his latest article on Elon Musk’s “gross baby farm” at his ranch in Texas. -Speaking of Elon Musk, they next talked about him stepping away from his role in the federal government and what could be next for him. -They next asked Christian about a recent controversy on a recent episode of Saturday Night Live and their White Lotus parody skit. Kristin and Steve discussed U.S

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65:05

Libertarian on Steroids

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/22

Steve Scaffidi was back! He and fellow WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi talked about the legacy of the recently departed Pope Francis. Steve and Kristin were joined in-studio by Chris Reader from the Institute for Reforming Government to discuss recent polling on Wisconsin voters after the statewide election from the beginning of April. -They asked Chris about specific motivators for voters in the election and other standout findings. Steve and Kristin talked about United States Secretary of Defense

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69:09

POINT TAKEN - A Busy Weekend in the World of Politics

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/21

In the first hour, Kristin Brey is joined by guests Dan Bice and Bill Glauber. They discuss the passing of the Pope, potential information leaks in the White House, politics in Wisconsin since the State Supreme Court election, and more. Later, Kristin talks about what makes a "manly" job, the White House's new stance on the origin of COVID-19, and is joined by Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano.

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64:18

POINT TAKEN: Changes Happen Over time

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/18

The show begins with reaction to Supreme Court decision. Bill mentioned he thinks it sets a bad precedent going forward for future governors. Joe mentioned this is how things work, and changes happen over time. State of the local political parties. Joe discussed his run for DNC Chair at the state level, his recent support as well as his hope for the future for his party. Bill explained how his side is a little different while also mentioning his party is in a bit of a "disarray."

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63:07

The War on Autism

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/17

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined in-studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki to announce his run for Wisconsin Democratic Chair. They asked him the “what”, the “why”, and the “how” of his run. -They next asked Joe questions from the talk and text line including ones about party membership, “gas and groceries” and more. Steve and Kristin reflect on their last conversation. United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Recently held a press

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6:16

Wisconsin's Political Landscape After the Election w/...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/16

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined on the phone by Keith Gilkes, Executive Chairman at Platform Communications to discuss a recent poll on Wisconsin Residents with their thoughts on the state budget and the economy.

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51:20

POINT TAKEN - THE INAUGURAL EPISODE

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/16

NEW SHOW! WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey introduce themselves and their new show Point Taken 10:16 – Their first start by talking about U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration refusing to release a man from Maryland who was sent to a prison in El Salvador despite protests from the man’s family and U.S. courts. They play audio from ABC Radio and discuss. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley held a town hall recently where his constituents vented their concern about the Maryland Man

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29:24

10a: The Last PPH with Tracy Johnson and Steve Baas

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/15

Wisconsin Transportation Builders Association President & CEO Steve Baas joined Tracy Johnson in-studio, and he mentioned the good and the bad of April 15th. Then, they talk about the potential for development along the I-94 corridor in Wisconsin between Milwaukee and Madison. They next talked about transportation funding. Steve talked about the importance of road safety in construction zones. Tracy and Steve talked about the “Chicken Jockey” phenomenon going on at movie showings for the

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31:20

9a: The Real, the Fake the Ugly of IDs with Jake Curtis

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/15

It's the last Political Power Hour and WTMJ fill-in host Tracy Johnson was joined by Institute for Reforming Government General Counsel jake Curtis. They discussed what to expect from the Wisconsin State Supreme Court with Susan Crawford’s victory in the race for one of its’ seats; this included a case challenging Wisconsin Act 10 that would likely go before the court with soon to be Justice Crawford. They talked about another issue that could be put before the court including school of choice

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32:52

10a: Economic Impact Locally and Globally

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/14

Tracy Johnson was joined remotely by Annex Wealth Management Chief Economist Brian Jacobson to talk tariffs and how people and the markets were reacting. =They next talked about what the middle class really means and what no tax on tips means for them and how much they were being helped by the federal government and the tax cuts from 2017 Tracy Johnson was joined in-studio by MMAC President Dale Kooyenga to discuss the near-universal concern of local business leaders showing regarding the economy

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17:22

How Local Businesses Are Reacting to Tariffs w/ Dale...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/14

Tracy Johnson was joined in-studio by MMAC President Dale Kooyenga to discuss the near-universal concern of local business leaders showing regarding the economy and how they were preparing for tariffs. Next, they discussed the Wisconsin State Budget and the joint finance committee meeting, the new Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent and the Wisconsin State Supreme Court.

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14:51

What Exactly is the Middle Class with Brian Jacobson

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/14

Tracy Johnson was joined remotely by Annex Wealth Management Chief Economist Brian Jacobson to talk tariffs and how people and the markets were reacting. They next talked about what the middle class really means and what no tax on tips means for them and how much they were being helped by the federal government and the tax cuts from 2017

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33:28

9a: The Future for Wisconsin Democrats w/ Matt Smith

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/14

WTMJ fill-in host Tracy Johnson was joined in-studio by WISN Channel 12 political director Matt Amith. They talked a little bit about the Masters golf tournament from the previous weekend and Wisconsin Democratic Chair stepping down from the position, his political future and his replacement. A clip from Smith’s show UpFront with Ben Wikler’s thoughts on the Democratic Party’s future was played; Tracy and Matt discussed the future of both political parties. Tracy briefly asked Matt about his

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31:42

10a: RFK Jr at It Again

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/11

Former First Lady Michelle Obama addressed rumors that she and her husband former U.S. President Barack Obama had separated due to not appearing at Current President Donald Trump events with him by saying she was making the right choices for herself. Steve reacted by saying one should not let politics get in the way for things like this. U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Claimed that he planned to “solve” autism soon. Steve dissected his statement. Steve talked

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30:52

9a: Less Tariffs, More Bill and Joe

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/11

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was joined in-studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen; they began by asking Joe about his plan to run for Wisconsin Democratic Chair considering current chair Ben Wikler stepping down. They next talked about tariffs, jobs, U.S. President Donald Trump’s approval rating. They briefly discussed the federal budget and if it would be a “kick the can down the road” kind of budget. They next talked about Trump’s cabinet and their

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30:29

10a: Shower Thoughts (and Orders)

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/10

Steve Scaffidi talked about President Trump’s executive order de-regulating showers as mentioned by Judge Mary Kuhnmuench previously; Steve weighed in. Steve pivoted the conversation to the markets and tariffs, specifically Trump holding back on his tariffs and the trade war that would likely be on the horizon. Steve Scaffidi was joined on the phone by 101.7 The Truth host Tory Lowe to talk about his Truth Community Cleanup Event on the following Saturday and the importance of a clean community

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