Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

63:23

What It Means to be an Independent..

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/01/15

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey opened the show by unpacking what it really means to be “independent” after a Gallup poll found nearly half of Americans identify that way, pushing back on the idea that independents are non-partisan when it comes to key issues. They were then joined in studio by Hector Colon, president and CEO of Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, for a candid conversation about the refugee resettlement system, how it has shifted under the Trump administration,

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63:02

From Alleged Racism to Recess: The Latest in...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/01/14

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey opened the show with a mix of newsletter chatter and NFC North pettiness, reacting to Bears head coach Ben Johnson cursing out the Packers after their playoff win, before pivoting to Wisconsin politics. They unpacked backlash after the Wisconsin GOP mistakenly used a photo of Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley in a post attacking Mandela Barnes — an error some critics viewed as racially charged — and debated Lieutenant Governor Sarah Rodriguez’s call to bar

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62:11

Making Sense of the Minneapolis Fallout

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2026/01/13

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined in studio by retired Milwaukee County Judge Mary Kuhnmuench and former U.S. Attorney James Santelle to unpack the legal fallout from the Minneapolis ICE operation that resulted in the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good by a federal immigration agent, discussing whether the increased federal enforcement and use of force warranted legal accountability and how Minnesota’s leaders are responding, including a new lawsuit by the state and cities

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63:39

The Packers Collapse Against the Bears...Again

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/01/12

Steve Scaffidi opened the show venting frustration over the Green Bay Packers’ blown Wild Card loss to the Chicago Bears, questioning his trust in head coach Matt LaFleur and reacting to Bears coach Ben Johnson’s postgame behavior, before pivoting to Minnesota’s ongoing fraud controversy and broader concerns about protests and public safety. Steve then turned to foreign policy, discussing President Trump’s renewed push to acquire Greenland and playing a clip of Senator Ron Johnson pushing back on

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64:15

Venezuela, Greenland, and Preparing for Midterms

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/01/09

Steve Scaffidi was joined in studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen for a wide-ranging discussion centered on the U.S. invasion of Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, breaking down the military tactics, questioning the administration’s stated motives, and comparing the operation to past U.S. foreign conflicts. The panel expressed skepticism about claims that natural resources played no role and extended the conversation to global

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64:59

January 6th and the Point of No Return on Facts

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2026/01/07

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey opened the midweek edition of Point Taken with a pointed discussion about the Trump administration rewriting references to the January 6th Capitol attack on government websites, and whether the country has reached a point of no return when it comes to facts versus opinion. They engaged directly with listener texts pushing back and reacting to the revisions before turning to criticism from the U.S. Secretary of War aimed at Senator and former astronaut Mark Kelly,

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65:19

Now the U.S. Wants Greenland...Again.

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/01/06

Steve Scaffidi returned alongside co-host Kristin Brey for his first Point Taken of 2026, opening the show with reflections on a recent trip to Las Vegas and a sober conversation marking the fifth anniversary of the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol. Steve and Kristin examined the evolving legacy of the riots — including convictions, pardons, and continued efforts by some Republicans to downplay the events — before turning to breaking international news. The pair shared their initial reactions

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62:35

U.S. Captures Maduro: Is Imperialism Back?

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2026/01/05

WTMJ host Kristin Brey kicked off what she called the “real start to 2026” with a fast-moving and consequential show centered on the U.S.’s stunning military action in Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Joined in studio by WISN-TV political director Matt Smith, Kristin unpacked how Wisconsin politicians were reacting to the news and what former RNC Chair Reince Priebus told Smith on UpFront about President Trump’s influence on upcoming midterms and the Wisconsin governor’s

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64:27

Will Anything Change? Welcome to 2026.

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/01/02

On the first Point Taken of 2026, Kristin Brey was joined in studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen for a wide-ranging, bipartisan breakdown of the political landscape. The hour began with a deep dive into YouTuber Nick Shirley’s investigation into alleged childcare fraud in Minnesota, examining what the scandal could mean for a reliably blue state, its convicted figures, and potential fallout for Governor Tim Walz ahead of future elections.From there,

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64:40

What Should We Leave Behind in 2025?

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2025/12/31

It’s New Year’s Eve, and Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey ring out 2025 by revisiting Steve’s ongoing saga with a Facebook troll, then highlight some of the best things that happened in 2025, from medical breakthroughs to the rise of weight-loss drugs.Kristin questions why New Year’s falls in the dead of winter (blaming Julius Caesar), before the duo turns to New Year’s resolutions, reading listener goals for the year ahead. In the second hour, they talk about what they’re officially done with in

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62:52

New Rules for 2026

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/12/30

With the year coming to a close, Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey reflect on time, aging, and what it means to move forward — sparked by Steve realizing it’s been almost 50 years since he graduated high school.The duo takes on a 2025 news and pop-culture quiz (courtesy of Yahoo News, Producer Jaslyn and ChatGPT), then zooms out to discuss the biggest stories and themes of the year — from political violence and natural disasters to viral moments and cultural overload. Listeners weigh in on what

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64:01

Will "Fact" Lose Its' Meaning?

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2025/12/29

It’s the final week of 2025, and Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down a 60 Minutes report on a U.S.-linked detention center in El Salvador that was pulled at the last minute in the U.S. but aired in Canada, raising questions about editorial judgment, news deserts vs. news floods, and whether the word “fact” still means the same thing. A debate over music from the new Wicked movie sparks a broader conversation about how politics increasingly shows up in pop culture and storytelling. Then, the

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75:40

Point Taken Holiday Special!

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/12/25

Happy Holidays from Steve and Kristin. We are highlighting some of our best interviews including: Stephanie Hauser - Executive Director of the WIAA Megan Greenwell - Author of "Bad Company: Private Equity and the Death of the American Dream” Steven Olikara - Founder of Bridge Entertainment Labs Trae Crowder - Comedian Dr. Matthew Boedy - Author of "The Seven Mountains Mandate: Exposing the Dangerous Plan to Christianize American and Destroy Democracy" Pam Jahnke - Host of the Midwest Farm

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63:27

Point Taken Does Festivus

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/12/23

It’s still Christmas week, and Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey kick things off with a holiday question many people can relate to: are gift cards a thoughtful present — or a lazy one? With one in five Americans receiving a Starbucks gift card, Kristin explains why Starbucks increasingly operates like a bank, while listeners weigh in with strong opinions.Then, friend of the show Brian Reisinger joins to discuss his latest Milwaukee Journal Sentinel column on the necessity of deer hunting in

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64:48

What’s the Most Overrated Christmas Thing?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/12/22

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by WISN-TV political director Matt Smith to unpack his firsthand coverage of the Judge Hannah Dugan trial, including what stood out in court and what could come next on appeal. They also break down new investigations involving the Wisconsin Department of Justice, from scrutiny over a Bloomberg-funded investment to a federal DOJ request for voter information — and Attorney General Josh Kaul’s sharp pushback. Then the show lightens up. Steve and Kristin open

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64:43

When Politics, Sports, and Sex Ed Collide

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/12/19

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey welcomed Republican strategist Bill McCoshen and Democratic State Rep. Deb Andraca for a wide-ranging, spirited conversation that moved from Wisconsin politics to national headlines—and back again. The panel dug into the split verdict in the Judge Hannah Dugan trial, what it could mean for her future, and how both sides of the political aisle were poised to weaponize the outcome. They also examined Trump’s recent address to the nation, the spotlight on

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62:55

So About Those Property Taxes...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/12/18

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey open the show by breaking down President Donald Trump’s national address, including his unexpected proposal for stipend checks to military service members funded by tariff revenue. They analyze contradictions in Trump’s economic messaging and ask listeners whether the speech changed their view of the administration.Then they turn local, discussing rising property taxes across Wisconsin as homeowners receive their bills. Listeners share how these increases are

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64:18

Susie Wiles Speaks Out: What Will Trump Say Tonight?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/12/17

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey welcome Milwaukee County Executive and Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Crowley to recap 2025 — including his relationship with the county board, the future of the Milwaukee County Transit System, and what happens if expected federal funding doesn’t come through. Crowley also shares how he balances governing with campaigning as he heads into a competitive primary.Steve and Kristin then break down White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles’ unusually candid

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63:52

The Judge Dugan Trial and Judicial Discretion

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2025/12/16

Steve Scaffidi hosts a powerhouse legal hour with retired Milwaukee County Judge Mary Kuhnmuench and former U.S. Attorney James Santelle, beginning with Milwaukee’s biggest headline: the trial of Judge Hannah Dugan. They discuss Dugan’s judicial discretion, the jury’s likely considerations, and the boundaries a judge must stay within.The conversation then shifts to major cases before the U.S. Supreme Court — including Trump v. Slaughter on the independence of federal agencies, a lawsuit

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65:08

Tragedies Spanning Continents

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/12/15

Steve Scaffidi is back, and he and Kristin Brey begin the show with a sobering recap of multiple weekend tragedies — including mass shootings in Australia and at Brown University, and the shocking stabbing deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife. They discuss global differences in gun laws, mental health concerns, community response, and the heroic father who tackled the gunman at Australia's Bondi Beach. Then, WTMJ reporter Neil Doyle joins live from the Milwaukee County Courthouse with the

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