Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

65:20

The Intelligence Quotient of the President

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/05/09

It's Friday, which means strategists Bill and Joe are here to debate and discuss politics including a serious look at the dumb things Trump has said recently.PLUS: A celebration and look at Mother's Day and AI

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60:17

Pope Watch 2025 Comes to a Close

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/05/08

The white smoke appeared...but Kristin and Steve didn't see him so Jeramey Jannene gave them the latest in Milwaukee.PLUS: Senator health concerns, a new trade deal with the UK and of course, Wisconsin's budget.

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49:27

The Conclave is Watching Conclave

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/05/07

The Conclave has begun!Steve and Kristin talk about people's papal obsession, the big meeting between Trump and Carney and answer YOUR questions on Ask Us Anything! PLUS: Anne E. Schwartz joins to talk about the importance of Salute to Service!

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65:57

And Now, Deep Thoughts

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/05/06

Steve and Kristin have deep thoughts about a boat that's finally, actually been moved, the state of education in Oklahoma, thw return of company towns and more.PLUS: An old friend is running for governor and joins them to talk all about it.

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63:32

Pope Donald I

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/05/05

Is Trump's Pope picture offensive? Steve thinks so but there's so much more to discuss! Channel 12's Matt Smith joins him and Kristin on Wisconsin reactions to ICE and more. PLUS: Saturday Night Live, Dave Spano and MORE!

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63:47

Musical Chairs in the White House

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/05/02

On the action-packed Friday Edition, Kristin and Steve are joined by Joe Zepecki and...Jake Curtis?They review Trump's first 100 days, a new candidate for Wisconsin Governor and more. THEN: Steve is getting a tattoo and he and Kristin talk about the future of PBS and NPR. PLUS: A new game show on PT?

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61:20

The Return of Kamala Harris

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/05/01

Kamala is back in the spotlight, but does it matter anymore?We also hear from Canadian Economist Todd Hirsch on the significance of our northern neighbor's recent election. And Urban Milwaukee president Jeramey Jannene gives us the latest on what's going on in Milwaukee. PLUS so much more!

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64:02

Ask US Anything Returns!

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/30

That's right! We're bringing back a segment from Steve's old show answering YOUR questions.WIAA Executive Director Stephanie Hauser also answers our questions on NIL for student athletes. PLUS: A quick overview of Trump's First 100 days in ffice rally.

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12:55

Steve Visits His 50th State of Hawaii with Fox World...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/29

So long, predictable. Aloha, paradise! It’s time to trade the humdrum for hammocks and the mundane for Mai Tais. This 10-day Hawaiian getaway is just the break you need to stop and smell the…plumeria.

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65:25

Grading Trump's First 100 Days

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/29

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey began the show by discussing U.S. President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office in his second term which was marked on this day and opened the talk and text line for listeners to give their letter grade for his term so far. -Steve and Kristin reacted to some texts regarding their question As a result of Trump’s tariffs, Amazon introduced a feature that showed how much they affected prices on their website. A clip from White House Press Secretary

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8:24

What is Fusion Voting? w/ Jeff Mandell & John Franke

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/29

Fusion Voting could be introduced in Wisconsin. Joining Steve and Kristin remotely were attorneys Jeff Mandell and John Franke to answer questions on what fusion voting was.

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64:50

Tax Cuts Over Tea - 4/28/25

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/28

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined in-studio by WISN Channel 12 political reporter Matt Smith, and they began by discussing the detainment of Milwaukee County judge Hannah Dugan for obstruction of justice. A clip from attorney Dan Adams was played from Smith’s show UpFront was played for the legal perspective of the detainment; they all discussed. -A clip from Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, also from UpFront, was played about his thoughts on the ICE raids like those at the

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61:30

Green and Golden

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/25

WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi was broadcasting remotely from Green Bay for the NFL Draft and co-host Kristin Brey was joined in-studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen. They talked a little about what the draft meant for Wisconsin. They also talked about the recent breaking news of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan getting arrested by the FBI. -They next discussed Russia’s latest intense strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and U.S. President Donald Trump’s

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62:58

Mayor Pete Enters the Manosphere

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/24

It was the first day of the 2025 National Football League Draft; Steve and Kristin briefly discussed. 10:12 – The average age of United States Senators is old but U.S. Senator from Illinois Dick Durbin announced his retirement at the age of 80 as well as U.S. Representative from Illinois Jan Schakowsky. Democratic Party Vice Chair David Hogg raised money for a fund to primary other older Democrats; a clip of his thoughts was played. -They continued the conversation and debated Hogg’s methods and

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63:38

Gross Baby Boom Cult

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/23

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined remotely by political writer Christian Schneider to talk about his latest article on Elon Musk’s “gross baby farm” at his ranch in Texas. -Speaking of Elon Musk, they next talked about him stepping away from his role in the federal government and what could be next for him. -They next asked Christian about a recent controversy on a recent episode of Saturday Night Live and their White Lotus parody skit. Kristin and Steve discussed U.S

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65:05

Libertarian on Steroids

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/22

Steve Scaffidi was back! He and fellow WTMJ host Steve Scaffidi talked about the legacy of the recently departed Pope Francis. Steve and Kristin were joined in-studio by Chris Reader from the Institute for Reforming Government to discuss recent polling on Wisconsin voters after the statewide election from the beginning of April. -They asked Chris about specific motivators for voters in the election and other standout findings. Steve and Kristin talked about United States Secretary of Defense

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69:09

POINT TAKEN - A Busy Weekend in the World of Politics

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/21

In the first hour, Kristin Brey is joined by guests Dan Bice and Bill Glauber. They discuss the passing of the Pope, potential information leaks in the White House, politics in Wisconsin since the State Supreme Court election, and more. Later, Kristin talks about what makes a "manly" job, the White House's new stance on the origin of COVID-19, and is joined by Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano.

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64:18

POINT TAKEN: Changes Happen Over time

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/18

The show begins with reaction to Supreme Court decision. Bill mentioned he thinks it sets a bad precedent going forward for future governors. Joe mentioned this is how things work, and changes happen over time. State of the local political parties. Joe discussed his run for DNC Chair at the state level, his recent support as well as his hope for the future for his party. Bill explained how his side is a little different while also mentioning his party is in a bit of a "disarray."

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63:07

The War on Autism

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/17

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined in-studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki to announce his run for Wisconsin Democratic Chair. They asked him the “what”, the “why”, and the “how” of his run. -They next asked Joe questions from the talk and text line including ones about party membership, “gas and groceries” and more. Steve and Kristin reflect on their last conversation. United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Recently held a press

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6:16

Wisconsin's Political Landscape After the Election w/...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2025/04/16

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey were joined on the phone by Keith Gilkes, Executive Chairman at Platform Communications to discuss a recent poll on Wisconsin Residents with their thoughts on the state budget and the economy.

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