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Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

Hosted by Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey, Point Taken is for the politically curious and self described political junkie. Steve & Kristin explore, debate, & offer insight into the world of Wisconsin & national politics.

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31:38

Unfettered Access - Full Show

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/21

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was joined in-studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen to begin asking about the state of the Wisconsin State Supreme Court race. On a similar note, they then discussed Elon Musk’s influence and funding on the Supreme Court election and politics in the U.S. in general as well as the element of trust. Next, they talked about Tim Walz recent visit to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recent visit to Eau Claire, Wisconsin and his

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32:57

SCOTUS vs Trump - Full Show

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/20

INTRO WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was joined in-studio by Wisconsin Democratic Chair Ben Wikler and they began by discussing the future of the Democratic party including grassroots organizing, using anger to mobilize voter turnout, issues they could use as a catalyst, U.S. President Donald Trump’s misuse of power, kicking big money out of politics and more. -They discussed more about Trump pushing the limits of his power, the possibility of removal from office and push back from Republicans and

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14:45

Trump's New Lawsuits with Judge Mary Kuhnmuench

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/20

Next, Steve Scaffidi was joined in-studio by former Milwaukee County Judge Mary Kuhnmuench to talk about the cuts made by the Department of Government Efficiency, its overreach of power and the lawsuits following President Trump got scolded by U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts and Steve and Judge Mary discussed the role the highest court in the United States might have in the president’s misuse of power. CLOSING ARGUMENTS

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13:30

Using Anger to Mobilize Turnout with Ben Wikler

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/20

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was joined in-studio by Wisconsin Democratic Chair Ben Wikler and they began by discussing the future of the Democratic party including grassroots organizing, using anger to mobilize voter turnout, issues they could use as a catalyst, U.S. President Donald Trump’s misuse of power, kicking big money out of politics and more. They discussed more about Trump pushing the limits of his power, the possibility of removal from office and push back from Republicans and voters, early

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35:28

The 2025 State Supreme Court Justices Episode

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/19

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi and WTMJ News reporter Adam Roberts were joined in-studio by Wisconsin State Supreme Court candidate Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel. They asked him why he was running, the recent Marquette Law School Poll, his endorsements, his thoughts on the current court, his account on the "rape kit" issue being depicted in the media and attack advertisements, his thoughts on the funding in the Supreme Court race, his stance on abortion and the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on Dobbs

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15:52

Meet Susan Crawford, Candidate for Wisconsin State...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/19

Steve Scaffidi and Adam Roberts were then joined on the phone by Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Dane County Judge Susan Crawford and they asked her why she was running, what she's been hearing from voters, election integrity, if Supreme Court justices should be elected, what she would do as justice, why voters should vote for her, Act 10's future, recusal if she was on the bench and her last message to voters.

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15:50

Meet Judge Brad Schimel, Candidate for Wisconsin...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/19

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi and WTMJ News reporter Adam Roberts were joined in-studio by Wisconsin State Supreme Court candidate Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel. They asked him why he was running, the recent Marquette Law School Poll, his endorsements, his thoughts on the current court, his account on the "rape kit" issue being depicted in the media and attack advertisements, his thoughts on the funding in the Supreme Court race, his stance on abortion and the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on Dobbs

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30:33

The SRO's Have Landed - Full Show

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/18

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was joined on the phone by political writer James Wigderson and they began by discussing the Wisconsin State Supreme Court race and the candidates Dane County judge Susan Crawford and Waukesha County Brad Schimel. Steve and James also gave their predictions for the election results. -Next, they discussed the detainment of Mahmoud Khalil and what it could mean for the extent of U.S. President Donald Trump's power. Steve Scaffidi was then joined in-studio by Urban Milwaukee

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15:16

Milwaukee's Population is Finally Growing with...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/18

Steve Scaffidi was then joined in-studio by Urban Milwaukee president Jeramey Jannene They began by discussing the official return of school resource officers to Milwaukee Public Schools. Next, they talked about a criminal working for the Milwaukee Police Department. Milwaukee County had experienced population growth for the first time since 2014 and they discussed how.

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14:18

The Big Spend with James Wigderson

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/18

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was joined on the phone by political writer James Wigderson and they began by discussing the Wisconsin State Supreme Court race and the candidates Dane County judge Susan Crawford and Waukesha County Brad Schimel. Steve and James also gave their predictions for the election results. Next, they discussed the detainment of Mahmoud Khalil and what it could mean for the extent of U.S. President Donald Trump's power.

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31:49

Doing Education My Way

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/17

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was joined in studio by CJ Szafir, president of the Institute for Reforming Government, and they focused on education with the race for Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction and why the race mattered. -IRG did a poll on parents’ opinions on the State DPI race, K-12 schools in Wisconsin and Milwaukee Public Schools; Steve and CJ discussed. -They briefly made predictions for the DPI race. Steve Scaffidi was next joined on the phone by candidate for Wisconsin

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8:35

Meet Brittany Kinser, Candidate for State Superintendent

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/17

Steve Scaffidi was next joined on the phone by candidate for Wisconsin State Superintendent Brittany Kinser. Steve began by asking her for her background, why she was running for the position, what she wanted to do in the position and what she would say to incumbent Jill Underly if they had a debate.

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16:27

What Voters Want in the DPI Race with CJ Szafir

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/17

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was joined in studio by CJ Szafir, president of the Institute for Reforming Government, and they focused on education with the race for Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction and why the race mattered. IRG did a poll on parents’ opinions on the State DPI race, K-12 schools in Wisconsin and Milwaukee Public Schools; Steve and CJ discussed. They briefly made predictions for the DPI race.

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36:45

Best of Political Power Hour March 10th thru 14th

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/16

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29:38

The Boy(s) Are Back in Town - Full Show

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/14

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi, Republican strategist Bill McCoshen and Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki began the Friday show by reacting to the Wisconsin Supreme Court debate from Wednesday night. Next, they talked about the race for Wisconsin State Superintendent and what the race means. Briefly, they discussed the budget and the looming government shutdown later today if no resolution is made. Next, by request of Joe, they talk about free speech. LOVE & RODGERS -Bill loved Madison Edgewood’s

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30:18

Supreme Court Race Funding Gone Too Far - Full Show

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/13

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi started the show solo by talking about the previous night’s Wisconsin Supreme Court debate. Clips from candidates Brad Schimel and Susan Crawford regarding the 2020 election and absentee ballot in Wisconsin were played and Steve weighed in. Steve Scaffidi was then joined on the phone by U.S. Congressman from Wisconsin Bryan Steil for his take on the Wisconsin State Supreme Court debate from the previous night and the funding. Steve also asked the congressman about the

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13:59

Why the 1st Amendment is the Most Important with Matt...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/13

Up next, Steve Scaffidi was next joined in-studio by attorney Matt O’Neill for his take on the U.S. Supreme Court debate and more specifically, the funding. They next talked about Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia student from Palestine who was on a green card visa, his threat of expulsion from the United States and the legal implications including a likely decision from the United States Supreme Court. CLOSING ARGUMENTS: Matt O’Neill argued that the 1st amendment is the US. Constitution’s most

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4:36

Congressman Bryan Steil on the Supreme Court Debate

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/13

Steve Scaffidi was then joined on the phone by U.S. Congressman from Wisconsin Bryan Steil for his take on the Wisconsin State Supreme Court debate from the previous night and the funding. Steve also asked the congressman about the potential resolution of the federal budget.

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31:28

More State Supreme Court Debate Preview

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/12

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was joined on the phone by Wisconsin Democratic Chair Ben Wikler and began by asking him about his loss in the vote for the National Chair position. Steve also asks Ben who the future of the Democratic party is and more. -The Wisconsin State Supreme Court candidate debate would be later this evening; Steve asked Ben what he was expecting from it and the funding. Steve previewed his upcoming interviews with the Supreme Court candidates. U.S. President Donald Trump turned

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5:07

Dr. Ken Harris on the Rule of Law vs Voting with Your...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/03/12

101.7 The Truth host Dr. Ken Harris joined Steve Scaffidi to talk more about the Wisconsin State Supreme Court candidate debate.

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