Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

31:08

Point Taken: Opening Day Hour 2

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/26

Opening Day hour 2 includes an insight into the tailgating scene with WTMJ's Neil Doyle, Greg Matzek talks about the big baseball topics of The Miz taking the mound and Jackson Chourio being taken off the roster, Kristin and Steve talk about excitement building among fans despite traffic concerns, interview with Brewers Owner Mark Attanasio, and Kristin and Steve wrap up talking about how Opening Day should be declared a floating Wisconsin holiday.

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31:21

Point Taken: Opening Day Hour 1

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/26

Opening Day hour one includes some breaking baseball news with Greg Matzek, Steve & Kristin reflecting on their past opening days, an interview with Brewers Relief Pitcher Jared Koenig, an interview with the Co-Directors of "Ueck", and an interview with Brewers Starting Pitcher Brandon Woodruff.

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62:21

A Case of Healthcare Fraud in Milwaukee

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/25

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey recap a recent listener fundraiser before diving into a new study suggesting social media platform X may be pushing users toward more extreme views — and what that means for how people consume news.Later, Institute for Reforming Government’s Jake Curtis joins to discuss the leftward shift on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, declining campaign spending, and how it all could affect major cases on the horizon. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Mary Spicuzza also joins to

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64:48

Remembering the Movement, Not the Man of Cesar Chavez

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/24

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey examine ongoing debates over mail-in voting and the SAVE Act, including listener perspectives and concerns about access to the ballot. They also discuss growing scrutiny around historical figures, joined by Forward Latino president Darryl Morin to reflect on the legacy of Cesar Chavez in light of sexual assault allegations and how the community has and should respond.Later, the hosts break down proposed federal action on prediction markets and sports gambling,

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62:22

Previewing the Wisconsin Supreme Court Debate

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/23

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by WISN political director Matt Smith and for the first time ever his UpFront co-host Gerron Jordan to preview Wisconsin’s upcoming Supreme Court debate, including what voters should watch for and how both candidates are positioning themselves ahead of the race’s only scheduled face-off. The conversation also covers the impact of the partial government shutdown on TSA workers and travelers, along with a Monday Market Preview from Annex Wealth Management

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60:13

Stop Naming Things After Men

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/20

It’s the Friday Political Power Hour on Point Taken as Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen to debate the U.S. conflict with Iran, what a “win” would look like, and whether there’s a clear exit strategy. They also discuss political strategy on both sides, including advice for President Trump and Democrats in Congress.Closer to home, the panel breaks down major shakeups in Wisconsin politics, including Republican

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4:08

Week-In-Review: A blizzard, road controversies and...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/20

A Blizzard right before spring, Controversial road names, an early exit for the Badgers and more… It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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64:08

A Charlie Kirk Highway and How Not to Use Tax Dollars

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/18

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62:16

Which “TDS” Is Worse?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/17

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey reunite to talk St. Patrick’s Day, listener poll results on “Trump Derangement Syndrome” vs. “Trump Devotion Syndrome,” and broader questions about political identity and the country’s direction. They also react to reports of the FCC threatening broadcast licenses over “fake news,” a key resignation tied to the Iran conflict, and the growing influence of political messaging on social media.Later, Motherhood for Good’s Kate Duffy joins to break down the final day of

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61:17

Should Wisconsin Legalize Sports Betting?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/16

Steve Scaffidi is joined by WISN political director Matt Smith to break down debates in the Wisconsin State Senate over sports betting, NIL opportunities for college athletes, and potential rebate checks from the state’s budget surplus. They also discuss lingering questions about missing absentee ballots from the 2024 election. Later, Steve checks in with Kristin Brey, who calls in after being snowed in, before turning to winter weather frustrations and the pros and cons of legalized sports

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60:48

Is There Even an Exit Strategy in Iran?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/13

Steve Scaffidi is joined by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen to debate the ongoing U.S. conflict with Iran, its impact on gas prices, and whether there’s a viable exit strategy. The panel also discusses rumors of a possible Tommy Thompson comeback, a looming special session on tax relief in Wisconsin, and the future of sports gambling in the state.In the second hour, they turn to the challenges facing DOGE, share a spirited Say Something Nice and Grab Bags,

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3:53

Week-In-Review: Gas prices, Packers Free Agency &...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/13

Gas prices soar, Free Agency moves for the Packers, Miss Julia goes to Washington, and more… It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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65:21

What Does It Mean to Lower the Temperature?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/11

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey open the show by discussing Senator Rand Paul’s criticism of Congress for ceding power to the executive branch and what that says about political leadership. They also react to shutdown fallout impacting TSA workers and reflect on party loyalty and political identity.Later, Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Judge Maria Lazar joins in-studio to discuss her campaign, Justice Annette Kingsland Ziegler’s decision not to seek re-election, how voters should evaluate

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60:48

Would You Travel to the Middle East?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/10

Steve Scaffidi returns early from a trip to Egypt amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and shares his uncertainty over travel safety. He and Kristin Brey take listener reactions on whether they would travel to the region right now. Later, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Missy Hughes joins in-studio to discuss her childcare proposal and broader affordability agenda. The hosts also examine Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Annette Kingsland Ziegler’s decision not to seek re-election,

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64:44

Childcare is Expensive and Gas Will Be Too

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/09

Kristin Brey is joined by WISN political director Matt Smith to break down how Wisconsin’s congressional delegation is reacting to the escalating conflict with Iran, including contrasting responses from Republican and Democratic leaders. They also discuss Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Annette Kingsland Ziegler’s decision not to seek re-election, the debate over state support for UW-Madison NIL funding, and new data on political leanings among university faculty. Later, Annex Wealth Management CEO

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61:32

Trump, Hegseth, and a Cabinet Reset

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/06

Kristin Brey is joined by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki to discuss President Trump’s military actions in Iran, leadership changes at the Department of Homeland Security, and what recent Texas primary results signal about the political climate. They also examine new survey data highlighting deep partisan divides in how Americans view one another.Later, Wisconsin State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Kelda Roys joins in-studio to outline her healthcare proposal, “Keldacare,” and respond to

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3:56

Week-In-Review: War with Iran, Giannis & Downer Theater

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/06

War with Iran, the Greek Freak can't fit in, a historic theater under local ownership and more... It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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64:10

War, Antitrust, and Legal Accountability

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/05

Kristin Brey is joined by former U.S. Attorney James Santelle and retired Judge Mary Kuhnmuench to examine the legality of U.S. military strikes on Iran, Congress’ role in war powers, and a court ruling entitling companies and consumers to refunds from unlawful tariffs. They also discuss antitrust questions surrounding the Warner Bros.–Paramount merger.In City Stories, Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene covers pothole funding, debates over sanctuary city status, law enforcement policies on face

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63:50

What Happened in Texas's Primaries?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/04

Kristin Brey opens the show with updates on Americans evacuating the Middle East and breaks down primary election results in Texas — including controversy over new voting laws and how the Republican and Democratic contests compare.Greg Lukianoff, president of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE), joins to discuss free speech, campus culture, and the organization’s College Free Speech Rankings. Later, Kristin examines charges filed against the parents of a Georgia school

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61:00

Iran, Misinformation and the Polymarket Problem

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/03/03

Kristin Brey and guest co-host Todd Allbaugh react to U.S. embassies finally urging Americans to evacuate parts of the Middle East following military strikes on Iran and retaliatory attacks, as well as skyrocketing flight prices and the spread of misinformation online. They also examine how prediction markets are reacting to — and profiting from — the global instability.Later, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporters John Diedrich and James Causey join to preview their Behind the Gun Safety Summit

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