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Civic Media Spotlight

Civic Media is a pro-democracy radio network serving local communities in Wisconsin. Hear a sample of our best programming from the past week from across our statewide network. Listen Live: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Saturday Sunday

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43:10

The Big, Brutal Budget Battle

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/21

Maggie pulls back the curtain on the latest political chaos, dissecting the high-stakes budget showdowns unfolding in both Washington D.C. and Wisconsin. She takes a hard look at the “big brutal bill” championed by the MAGA regime - a proposal that threatens to slash healthcare access, dismantle childcare programs, and further pad the pockets of billionaires, all at the expense of working families. Plus, Senator Kristin Dassler Alfheim (SD 18) and Dr. Kristin Lyerly join Maggie for another edition

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41:52

Trump’s Naïve Arrogance and the Ukraine Conflict

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/20

Maggie delves into the complexities of Donald Trump’s approach to the Ukraine-Russia conflict with Prof. Lowell Barrington, Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Marquette University. Maggie and Barrington expose Trump's naive belief in his own infallibility and its potential consequences. Barrington also critiques Trump’s apparent willingness to echo Vladimir Putin’s narratives, which raises serious concerns about the implications for U.S. national security. Barrington

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42:08

Constitutional Chaos and the Supreme Court Shuffle

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/20

Maggie Daun and Jim Santelle tackle a multitude of legal and constitutional crises. They highlight the Supreme Court's recent decisions on deportation and birthright citizenship and criticize the Trump administration's brazen defiance of court orders, including the attempted deportation of 12 men to South Sudan, raising alarms about a potential constitutional crisis. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem's shocking ignorance of habeas corpus is stunning. It all underscores the dangers of

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41:17

Can’t Win Without Trump? GOP’s Dilemma

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/19

Maggie and guest co-host Matt Rothschild discuss the GOP's internal chaos over the budget reconciliation bill, highlighting divisions among Republicans like Ron Johnson and Josh Hawley. They also examine the potential impact of cuts to Medicaid and social security, emphasizing public opposition to these measures. Plus, they look at the influence of corporate interests on media while highlighting CBS's recent controversies. The discussion shifts to Trump's attempts to broker peace with Russia—a move

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41:32

Tax Cuts for the Rich, Cuts to Medicaid

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/19

Maggie and guest co-host Matt Rothschild dive into the "big, beautiful" bill. It's grim with implications of proposed tax cuts for billionaires, which could mean potential devastation for Medicaid and rural hospitals. Economist Gbenga Ajilore, Former Senior Advisor for Rural Development at the USDA, joins to explain how these cuts could harm rural healthcare access, particularly for childbirth and preventative care. Despite claims of 'work requirements,' Ajilore debunks the myth of the 'undeserving

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41:57

Hypocrisy Unleashed: From Courts to Congress

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/16

Maggie tackles a multitude of topics on this Friday afternoon - from the impact of storms in Wisconsin to the political drama in Congress. She critiques five Republicans for voting against Trump's bill, highlighting their motives. Maggie discusses the U.S. credit rating downgrade and its potential economic repercussions. She defends Judge Hannah Dugan's ethical handling of a legal defense fund amid controversy. Maggie takes aim at James Comey's social media blunder involving seashells and rebukes

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44:02

Supreme Court Showdown: Rights, Wrongs, and Rockstars

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/16

It's finally Friday! Maggie and guest co-host Jim Santelle dive right into the Supreme Court's decision to block Trump's deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, highlighting its implications on due process and the judiciary's role. Maggie and Jim dissect arguments on nationwide injunctions, with justices questioning Trump's immigration strategies. They also critiques the GOP's tax bill, which favors the wealthy at the expense of the middle class, and touches on Justice Souter's legacy of

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43:58

Weather Fury and Legal Battles

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/15

It's a whirlwind of a day - so much news including severe weather across Wisconsin. Kory Hartman joins Maggie to give us the latest on golf ball-sized hail and tornado alerts. Then, Maggie dissects a pivotal Supreme Court case around birthright citizenship, challenging Trump's executive order and its implications on constitutional rights. Maggie critiques the Trump administration's legal maneuvering, highlighting concerns over nationwide injunctions. Plus, she explores Wisconsin's flawed special

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44:02

Tornadoes, Turmoil, and Tuition

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/15

A whirlwind packed with severe weather alerts as tornado warnings sweep across Wisconsin. Hail pounds Madison while Milwaukee's Zeidler Municipal Building faces a police incident. Maggie dives into the legal quagmire surrounding Judge Hannah Dugan's indictment, spotlighting her defense team's 10th Amendment arguments. Education takes center stage with Sara Partridge from the Center for American Progress Action Fund, who warns against a GOP bill threatening to slash Pell Grants, potentially

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44:02

Trump’s Tariff Terror and Main Street’s Meltdown

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/14

Maggie spends this hour unpacking the Republican budget plan's impact, labeling it a middle-class heist that guts essential services like SNAP and Medicaid. With Citizens United and unchecked billionaires, the balance tilts further from Main Street to mega-corporations. Richard Trent, Executive Director at Main Street Alliance, highlights Trump's chaotic tariffs battering small businesses, favoring giants like Amazon. It's a grim outlook: small business bankruptcies loom, while Congress slashes

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44:02

Trickle Up Terror: The Tax Plan Robbery

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/14

Maggie unpacks the alarming implications of the House Ways and Means Committee's budget and tax plan, which she argues will devastate America's middle class and working poor. The plan promises to balloon the deficit by $5.3 trillion while offering massive tax cuts to the wealthiest. Meanwhile, it slashes emergency food assistance and Medicaid, putting millions at risk. Maggie challenges listeners to confront the myth of trickle-down economics, citing that $51 trillion has shifted from the bottom 90%

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44:02

Sprinklers: A Matter of Life…and Cost

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/13

Maggie dives into the controversial discussion on the House Ways and Means Committee's tax proposals favoring the wealthy while gutting social benefits. She also critiques Trump's international dealings and highlights potential ethics violations. Dan Shafer, Political Editor, joins Maggie for "State Slate." Dan discusses the tragic Milwaukee apartment fire that killed five, spotlighting Wisconsin's lax sprinkler laws. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos's is against mandating sprinklers due to cost concerns

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44:02

Reverse Robinhood and Education’s Crossroads

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/13

Maggie Daun and guest co-host Angela Lang dissect the GOP's push for massive tax cuts benefiting the ultra-wealthy while proposing cuts to essential programs like Medicare and education while increasing the deficit by trillions - let's not forget that. They explore the stark contrast between Republican rhetoric and the harsh reality faced by working Americans. Heather Dubois Bourenane, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Public Education Network, also joins to discuss Wisconsin's public education

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44:02

Childcare Cuts & Political Hypocrisy

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/12

Maggie and guest co-host Matt Rothschild dissect the GOP's budget cuts in Wisconsin, particularly the $480 million slash to childcare funding, highlighting the hypocrisy in their 'family values' rhetoric. Corrine Hendrickson with Main Street Alliance and daycare owner joins to emphasize the impact on childcare providers, predicting a 25% shutdown statewide if cuts persist. Republicans prioritize tax cuts for the wealthy over essential childcare support and exacerbate the crisis for working families

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44:02

Habeas Corpus and the Tyrant’s Gambit

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/12

Maggie dives into the alarming rhetoric from Stephen Miller about suspending habeas corpus, a cornerstone of democracy that prevents unlawful detention. Joined by Matt Rothschild and Professor Howard Schweber, they unravel the implications of such a move, highlighting its tyrannical echoes and historical misuse. The conversation underscores the Trump administration's tactic of overwhelming the legal system with dubious actions, challenging the judiciary’s capacity to respond. They also also touch on

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44:02

A Habeas Crisis

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/09

Maggie dives into a whirlwind of troubling political developments, spotlighting the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka during an ICE protest and federal judges condemning Trump's administration for bad faith actions. As Stephen Miller hints at suspending habeas corpus, Maggie fiercely critiques these authoritarian moves, stressing that due process is a right, not a privilege. She calls for collective action against, what she terms as kleptocracy and systemic racism, urging all of us to stand together

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44:02

Democracy on the Brink

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/09

Maggie starts today's show with more breaking news. Mayor Ras Baraka's arrest at a protest ignites a firestorm, as the Trump administration faces judicial rebukes and drops bombshells. In a jaw-dropping move, they're considering suspending habeas corpus, echoing the darkest days of U.S. history. Trump's selective refugee policy favors white Afrikaners while other desperate refugees languish. Jeff Mandell of Law Forward discusses how federal judges slam the administration for bad faith and unlawful

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44:02

Cyber Threats and Digital Safety: Protecting Kids and...

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/08

Delving into the dark side of the digital world, Maggie spotlights the urgent need for cyber awareness, especially against crimes targeting children. Jesse Crowe of Wisconsin's ICAC joins Maggie to discuss the importance of parental engagement and using technology's privacy settings to shield kids from online predators. Plus, Dave Schroeder, Research Director for WI Security Research Consortium, highlights vulnerabilities in national infrastructure and the insidious nature of disinformation

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44:02

Fighting Sextortion: A Father’s Battle for Justice

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/08

Maggie Daun tackles the pressing issue of sextortion, a growing cybercrime targeting youth. John DeMay shares the tragic story of his son Jordan's suicide due to sextortion. He and Maggie underscore the urgency of legislative action. Sextortion involves criminals posing as peers online to extort explicit images and money from teens. John's advocacy led to Michigan enacting laws against such crimes, serving as a model for other states like Wisconsin, which is currently debating similar legislation

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44:01

Parks, Plastics, and Political Play

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/07

In this hour, we cover a lot of ground! Maggie unravels the challenges of funding county parks, the insidious spread of microplastics, and the economic turbulence wrought by tariffs. Discover how local governments are tackling oil and gas giants in court. Dr. Kristen Lyerly and Renee Paplham also join Maggie for 'Broad Appeal.' Renee is gearing up for a political comeback against a tone-deaf incumbent. Meanwhile, tariffs are squeezing Green Bay's farmers and parents are bracing for pricier holidays

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