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Matenaer on Air

"Matenaer On Air" features Wisconsin radio veteran Jane Matenaer and her comedic sidekick Greg Bach. They cover all the news that affects you with humor and a unique perspective. From ginseng farmers to state politicians to bird enthusiasts and more. "Matenaer On Air" gets you ready for the day with laughter and the facts you need to know. Listen Live: 9:00 am - 11:00 am Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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41:21

What Is Your Story? (Hour 2)

Matenaer on Air ·

2025/06/18

'Utah Senator Mike Lee came under fire for some very vitriolic tweets regarding the tragedy in Minnesota this past weekend. Well after a couple of Senators confronted him, he has removed, but not apologized. We then get into a discussion about the detaining of more elected officials and ask why is it OK for ICE agents to be masked and carry no visible identification. For today's Audio Sorbet, we want to know; what is your story? And by story, we mean soap opera. We hear from you on your favorite

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How Does This Fix Anything?! (Hour 1)

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2025/06/18

Yessenia Ruano is a teacher's aid at MPS, she is the mother of two 10 year old daughters and she is now self-deporting to keep from being arrested by ICE. Yessenia's story shows a need to understand the nuance when it comes to immigration. Then Dr. Kristin Lylerly joins the show to talk about the Bill For Billionaires and how rural hospitals will most likely close if it is passed. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the

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41:09

“We Hate Parades” (Hour 2)

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2025/06/17

In the second hour, Retire Army Major General Randy Manner returns to the show to talk about the parade which took place this past weekend and what it means for our troops and their jobs. He also gives his thoughts on the military being deployed to assist ICE. For Audio Sorbet, we expand on our discussion from yesterday regarding bagels and now we talk about their sweet cousin; the cupcake. And it's time to relax with another This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Take A Seat Edition.Matenaer On Air is a

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41:28

No Accountability And No Repercussions (Hour 1)

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2025/06/17

The tragedy that happened in Minnesota this past week has brought all manner of response from all manner of people, but Wisconsin's very own Derrick Van Orden was of two minds: one measured and respectful, the other; well very on brand for DVO. Also, Sen. Tina Smith from Minnesota confronted Sen. Mike Lee for his posts on social media and the GOP is still pushing the lie on the gunman. Then, Pat Kreitlow joins the show to talk about a long overdue decision from The Wisconsin Supreme Court, a new

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42:10

The Great Bagel Debate (Hour 2)

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2025/06/16

In the second hour, Dan Shafer is Civic Media's Political Editor, as well as the Founder of The Recombobulation Area and he went to the Wisconsin Dem's Convention this weekend. Dan talks about their newly elected Party Chair and an interview with Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock, who was the keynote speaker at the event. We keep the conversation going with Audio Sorbet and ask the tough question: Bagels - toasted or not toasted? We're here for another amazing week, so let's celebrate with This

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41:42

Stop The Violence, Stop The Kings (Hour 1)

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2025/06/16

As you may already know, in Minnesota a man allegedly shot and killed two, injured two more and has been arrested after a state-wide manhunt. Two of the victims were sitting elected officials in the Minnesota State House. In the past few days, information has come to light regarding the gunman and dispelling mis/disinformation spewed on social media. Then we shift gears to the millions of people who took part in the No Kings Protest Marchs across the country, our favorite signs and how they contrast

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44:02

Weekly Best of Matenaer on Air for Jun 14

Matenaer on Air ·

2025/06/14

The weekend is here, so we have a curated best of episode with our favorite interviews and moments from this past week! Brad Sturmer is the Principal for Windskill Elementary School in Lancaster and he joins the show to talk about the phenomenal work they're doing to increase math and literacy skills. For our Audio Sorbet, we celebrate the life and legacy of Sly Stone, who passed away at the age of 82 and want to know what is your kick back song? And as always, we wind things with This Shouldn't Be

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41:25

There’s Nothing Wrong With A Conversation (Hour 2)

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2025/06/13

The second hour kicks off in a very spicy manner as we welcome Civic Media's Political Editor and Founder of The Recombobulation Area, Dan Shafer. Recently he published an opinion piece regarding a third term for Governor Tony Evers. There's some controversy around the article and Dan is here to expand on the topic, as well as address his detractors. And before you get ready to storm the show, remember, this is just a conversation. We need to sit back and relax now, so let's bring it to a big close

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3:27

This Shouldn’t Be A Thing – You Dirty Rat Edition

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2025/06/13

Where to start? First: we here at Matenaer On Air Industries And Tire Specialists aren't wildlife experts. We forget the difference between alligators and crocodiles (it's whether you see it later or after while - you're welcome), but we no the difference between a rat and a beaver.And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in tojanesays@civicmedia.usand we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on

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41:43

If It Can Happen To A US Senator… (Hour 1)

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2025/06/13

It's Friday, and the weekend, starts here. So the message must have gotten to The White House, because according to The Felon President, realizes that immigrants are an important part of this country and economy. And it looks like the legacy of DOGE is already being written, with help from one of their own. Then, US Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) was detained by law enforcement yesterday and why? Because he wanted some questions answered. To wrap up the hour, we wanted to let you know that watching the

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41:01

An Episode Of Aarons (Hour 2)

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2025/06/12

We lost Brian Wilson yesterday at the age of 82 and we talk about our memories of The Beach Boys and his legacy, still felt today. Next it's time for Weather and Wine with Civic Media's multi award winning meteorologist Brittney Merlot. On top of the forecast for this weekend, Brittney warns us about algae blooms at the beach, why their so harmful to us and our pets, but also where yo can find them in Wisconsin. Then we welcome back to the show JR Radcliffe from The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel to

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4:11

This Shouldn’t Be A Thing – Not So Hot Pursuit Edition

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2025/06/12

This is truly become one of our favorite TSBAT's, as it's starts slow and ends real weird and shows that maybe everyone had a little bit too much time on their hands!And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts. And thanks for listening!!

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41:28

A Lawsuit, A Parade And A Truthful Tweet (Hour 1)

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2025/06/12

Law Forward has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk with regard to his trying to pay people during the Wisconsin 2025 Spring Election. We've been talking about The Felon President throwing for himself a $45 million birthday parade on Saturday and while members of the GOP will defend the price tag, it seems like Wisconsin Republicans are skipping this one, for...a pancake breakfast? Terry Moran was an ABC reporter for nearly 28 years and a tweet he posted recently caused him to be suspended and now

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41:13

We Can All Be Good At Math (Hour 2)

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2025/06/11

Brad Sturmer is the Principal for Windskill Elementary School in Lancaster and he joins the show to talk about the phenomenal work they're doing to increase math and literacy skills. Then, Rich Smith is the Co-Founder of the 6th Street Theater, which is home for The Over Our Head Players and he is our guest and we're talking about all the great things the theater is doing and what shows they have coming up! And to celebrate this Wednesday, we give you This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Human Popsicle

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41:05

Happy Birthday To Me (Hour 1)

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2025/06/11

The protests in Los Angeles have been continuing since last week and The Felon President continues to defy all the officials in LA as troops illegally invade the city. He is also making grand threats against those who are exercising their Constitutional rights. In other news, the president is cosplaying as a dictator and another sign is the $45 million dollar parade to honor the 250th birthday of the Army birthday party for himself. We look also look at who won't be there for his big boy party

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41:17

No Kings, No Authoritarians (Hour 2)

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2025/06/10

In the wake of ongoing protests taking place in Los Angeles, we urge our listeners to be discerning in where you get your information from and what you share. Misinformation/Disinformation is out there and we want to make sure that is not the news being spread. Also, we touch on the parade for Dear Leader this Saturday and it's estimated costs. If you are interested in taking part in the No Kings March this Saturday, you can also get trained in peaceful protesting, as it's more than just marching

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41:48

You Tell Em’ Dale! (Hour 1)

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2025/06/10

As discussed over the past 6+ months, the tariffs aren't the answer, but now there are more dissenting voices coming from the GOP, including a former Wisconsin lawmaker. Next, Milwaukee is looking to implement a new measure to curb reckless driving, but we don't know if this is the total fix for this problem. Then, Civic Media's very own Todd Allbaugh joins us to talk about something on which Wisconsinites agree, as well as we're gonna help Bob Jr. fill some job openings at the CDC. Matenaer On

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40:31

Educating Children Shouldn’t Be This Hard(Hour 2)

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2025/06/09

In the second hour, Assembly Representative Christian Phelps is our guest to talk about the newly announced Equality Agenda, funding public education in Wisconsin, as well as what he hears from his constituents regarding the actual issues concerning this state. Then, for our Audio Sorbet, we tell our stories and hear from you about the dumbest way you hurt yourself. Trust, every story hurt and they were all dumbs. And we kick off the week with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - CornClave Edition

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42:02

The Popcorn King Has Spoken! (Hour 1)

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2025/06/09

This past weekend, it was announced Kilmar Abrego Garcia will be sent back to the US, but now in the face of previous claims to his return, the narrative is being changed to fit for the MAGA loyal. Next, a former DOGE employee is coming forward to talk about his time with the embattled department and speaks about how much waste there actually is in the Federal Government. Also, we talk about some smaller provisions in the Big Bill For Billionaires that makes zero sense. Then, Assembly Speak and King

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44:02

Weekly Best of Matenaer on Air for June 7

Matenaer on Air ·

2025/06/07

When the weekend is here, it's time to catch up with our show with a curated best of, for you! You're welcome. From this past Tuesday, in the first hour: Kate Duffy is the founder of Motherhood For Good and she is joining the show along with Civic Media's very own Pat Kreitlow. Kate has a video that's going viral which shows our dear friend Luann Bird trying to talk some sense into The Popcorn King on the top of Medicaid and new moms getting more access (something on which most of us agree). Then,

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