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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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Power Plays and Political Pantomimes

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/07

Today, we're in for a real treat! Maggie hosts historian Heather Cox Richardson to dissect the perilous political landscape. They explore Donald Trump's authoritarian tendencies, notably his attacks on the judiciary and his performative politics, which reminds them of a would-be dictator. Maggie and Heather discuss the alarming threats against judges, Trump's attempts to wield unconstitutional power, and the surprising complacency of Congress. They contrast historical power struggles with today's

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Ed Martin’s Nomination: A Recipe for Disaster

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/06

Maggie and guest host former U.S. Attorney Jim Santelle dive deep into the alarming nomination of Ed Martin as U.S. Attorney for D.C., highlighting his startling lack of prosecutorial experience and questionable qualifications. Maggie and Jim dissect Martin's problematic history, including his ties to conspiracy theories and Russian media. They also question the moral obligations of Americans when faced with such incompetence in high office. Dan Shafer, Political Editor, also joins for 'State

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Tariffs, Tactics, and Trump Tantrums

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/06

Maggie unpacks the chaos in today's political landscape. Maggie begins today by highlighting the Supreme Court's reinstatement of Trump's transgender military ban and Milwaukee's symbolic struggles, like the Master Lock plant closure. Jeramey Jannene from 'Urban Milwaukee' discusses redevelopment woes. Check out more from 'Urban Milwaukee' at urbanmilwaukee.com. Meanwhile, Congressman Mark Pocan takes on Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over tariffs, and Ron Johnson's Medicaid cuts spark outrage

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A Constitution Crisis and Tariff Turmoil

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/05

Maggie Daun and guest co-host Matt Rothschild are joined by Dr. Melinda Brennan from the ACLU Wisconsin. They dissect the alarming disregard for due process displayed by Donald Trump in a recent interview, highlighting the constitutional crisis at hand. They also emphasize the two-tiered justice system that privileges the wealthy while marginalizing minorities. And of course, we still need to talk tariffs. As Trump’s reckless tariff policies threaten small businesses and exacerbate economic woes,

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A Broadcast Battle Royale

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/05

Maggie and guest co-host Matt Rothschild dive right in to start another week! In a shocking revelation: the Trump administration plans to revoke CBS's FCC license as a retaliatory move amidst ongoing legal battles. Maggie and Matt expose this attack as part of a broader authoritarian agenda by Trump, undermining American democratic norms. They discuss the chilling effects on media freedom, drawing parallels to global press suppression. They also highlight Oklahoma's bizarre educational changes to

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Gavel Bangs and Tandem Bikes

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/02

Maggie kicks off with a fiery discussion about Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's bold call for judicial courage against lawlessness. Predicting a contempt ruling against the Trump administration, she dives into the political and legal intricacies. Plus, it's another edition of 'Ask Maggie,' where Maggie and her producer Jamie tackle listener questions ranging from vaccine updates and data manipulation to Elon Musk's antics. Later, Teri Barr joins Maggie for 'What's Good, Local and Overlooked' where

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Chaos, Courts, and Economic Conundrums

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/02

Buckle up as Maggie and guest Jim Santelle dissect the political whirlwind of Trump 2.0. They dive into the economy, revealing Trump's tariffs' destabilizing effects versus Biden's inherited challenges. They critique Trump's executive orders, like defunding PBS and NPR, and threats against Harvard's tax status, as power grabs undermining democratic norms. Governor Evers' defiance against ICE intimidation also gets a nod, highlighting the chilling political climate. Jim explains the legal

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44:02

One Hundred Days of Chaos

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/01

Trump's first 100 days are a chaos-fueled fiasco of corruption and incompetence. Maggie is joined by Joe Radosevich from Centers for American Progress. Maggie and Joe discuss National Security Advisor Mike Waltz's abrupt exit. Waltz was replaced by Marco Rubio in a dual role making the administration's dysfunction glaring. As Maggie and Joe point out, Trump's antics are a smokescreen for economic pain, with staggering cuts to food assistance programs while lining the pockets of the wealthy

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Reign of Terror by Error

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/05/01

The hits keep on coming today. Maggie unravels the latest chaos in Trump's administration. There's more incompetence and corruption. Big surprise. Mike Waltz is ousted as National Security Advisor, only to be appointed UN Ambassador, leaving Marco Rubio wearing multiple hats ineffectively. Trump’s chaotic governance sees intelligence briefings dwindling and deportations deemed unconstitutional by a Texas judge. Gray Gunderson also joins Maggie this hour for "Your Neck of the Woods." Maggie and Gray

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Brewers, Boxing, and an Underdog Spirit

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/30

Jason Wang from BrewerFanatic.com joins Maggie to discuss the Brew Crew. Jason describes his journey of becoming a Seattle-based Brewers superfan and the allure of baseball's unpredictable nature. They discuss the Brewers’ scrappy, injury-plagued season, illuminating the underdog spirit and technical precision that defines baseball. They zigzag into the world of boxing, where Maggie and Jason find parallels in sports’ global reach. Maggie shifts focus to Trump’s corruption, highlighting the

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Decoding Corruption and Empowering Women

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/30

Maggie dives into the depths of political corruption. She begins today's show by focusing on Donald Trump's administration, painting it as the most corrupt in modern history. From pay-to-play schemes involving billionaires like Elon Musk to the axing of inspectors general, Maggie exposes all (so so many) the unethical practices. Plus, Dr. Kristin Lyerly and State Senator Dora Drake join Maggie for "Broad Appeal." Sen. Drake shares her inspiring journey from social work to politics, driven by a

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Trump’s Tumbling Approval and Democratic Dilemmas

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/29

Maggie delves into the tumultuous first 100 days of Trump's second term, highlighting dismal approval ratings and widespread disapproval. Joined by Democratic strategist Tanya Bjork, they analyze Wisconsin's thoughts, revealing pessimism about economic policies and border issues. Maggie and Tanya also discuss Democrats' struggle with messaging, candidate authenticity, and the challenge of overcoming Republican rhetoric. Legal battles loom as Wisconsin joins a multi-state lawsuit against AmeriCorps

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The First 100 Days

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/29

Maggie Daun dives into the tumultuous first 100 days of Donald Trump's second term, dissecting the chaos and controversy. With a sharp critique, she highlights Trump's controversial policies, from economic turmoil and culture wars to his disdain for due process and democratic norms. She also questions Trump’s governance style, equating it to a temper tantrum. Plus, listeners weigh in with failing grades for this current administration. Maggie notes "The Wall Street Journal’s" mixed review which

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Economic Anxiety, Immigrant Impact, and Trump’s Tax...

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/28

Maggie and guest co-host Tom Palzewicz dive into the economic pitfalls of Trump's tax code, highlighting its disproportionate benefits for the wealthy while questioning the feasibility of tariffs as a revenue source. The discussion critiques wealth inequality, stock buybacks, and the undervaluation of labor. Jina Krause-Vilmar, President and CEO of Upwardly Global, emphasizes the critical role immigrants play in the U.S. economy, particularly in rural areas, and challenges misconceptions. Maggie

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Tax Tango and Legal Theater

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/28

Maggie is joined by the most reasonable guy in politics...Tom Palzewicz is back as Maggie's co-host! They dissect the controversial arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan, critiquing its theatrical nature under the Trump administration. They also explore the implications of Trump's immigration policies and the sensationalized legal maneuvers that prioritize public spectacle over due process. Plus, Sarah Anderson, Project Director at Global Economy and Co-editor at Inequality.org, joins Maggie and Tom to

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Social Security Lies, Truths, and the Billionaire Agenda

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/25

Maggie is joined this hour by Former Maryland Governor and Commissioner of the Social Security Administration Martin O'Malley to debunk some of the biggest social security lies. No matter what Elon Musk tells you, it turns out social security is not a Ponzi scheme, won't go broke, and millions of dead people aren't still getting benefits. As Maggie and Martin discuss, social security is actually a 97-year-old system designed to help everyday people. Plus, Teri Barr is back for another edition of

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Judicial Shockwaves

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/25

Today, Maggie discusses Milwaukee Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest by federal agents over alleged obstruction and concealing a person from arrest. Dugan's arrest has sent tremors through the legal community. As Maggie points out, Judge Dugan, known for her dedication to legal ethics and community service, faces up to five years in prison. The arrest sparked outrage and highlights the tension between federal immigration enforcement and state judicial independence. Some argue the move is a

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Geopolitical Gambits and Economic Eccentricities

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/24

Maggie and guest co-host Tom Palzewicz dive into the latest political and economic upheavals. They predict Trump's support for Pete Hegseth might wane amid mounting controversies. Maggie critiques Trump's proposed Ukraine deal, highlighting its lopsided benefits favoring Russia. Maggie and Tom also discuss the environmental and financial risks of Wisconsin's pension investments in fossil fuels with guest Pete Knotek. Economist Indi Dutta-Gupta joins to dissect Trump's tariff policies, warning of

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Pete Hegseth’s Hellstorm and Pope Francis’ Legacy

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/24

Maggie is joined by the most reasonable guy in politics, Tom Palzewicz. They dive into the chaotic leadership of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, revealing his reckless use of unsecured internet connections and questionable judgment in handling military intel. Maggie and Tom also explore the ongoing fallout, highlighting a "Wall Street Journal" report of a rattled Hegseth threatening top military officials with polygraph tests (but at least his make-up will look good). They also discuss Pope

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Brew Crew & Porcupine Debut

Civic Media Spotlight ·

2025/04/23

Maggie Daun dives into baseball with Milwaukee Brewers' President - Business Operations Rick Schlesinger. Maggie and Rick unravel the season's ups and downs and the magic behind small-market teams. They discuss the Brewers' potential playoff push, the impact of legendary Bob Uecker, and how the team stays authentic amidst a digital age. Switching gears, Maggie sounds off on RFK Jr.'s alarming proposal to track individuals with autism, sparking outrage over privacy invasion. Wrapping up on a cheesy

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