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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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3:44

Week-In-Review: Skubal, Madison Protests, & State Fair

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/08/07

The Brewers miss out on a big trade, the protestors return, the State Fair begins, and more…It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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20:51

Meet the Candidates: Joel Brennan

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2026/08/07

What makes a great governor? In this special Meet the Candidates edition of Point Taken, Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey sit down with Joel Brennan, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor, to discuss leadership. Drawing on his experience leading Wisconsin's Department of Administration under Governor Tony Evers and the Greater Milwaukee Committee, Brennan explains how he would govern, build bipartisan relationships, and tackle some of Wisconsin's biggest challenges. This interview is part of

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26:50

Meet the Candidates: Kelda Roys

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/08/07

What makes a great governor? In this special Meet the Candidates edition of Point Taken, Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey sit down with Kelda Roys, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor, to discuss leadership. Drawing on her experience in the Wisconsin State Senate, she talks about working across party lines to get legislation passed on healthcare and education. She also talks about working towards building the big tent that the Democratic Party should be. This interview is part of Point

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21:33

Meet the Candidates: David Crowley

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2026/08/07

What makes a great governor? In this special Meet the Candidates edition of Point Taken, Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey sit down with David Crowley, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor, to discuss leadership. Drawing on his experience as Milwaukee County Executive, Crowley talks about working with the state government over the years and how governing involves learning from those around you. This interview is part of Point Taken's "Meet the Candidates" series ahead of Wisconsin's

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60:40

New City Developments, Same Old State Fair

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2026/08/06

Broadcasting live from the Wisconsin State Fair, Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by West Allis Mayor Dan Devine to kick off opening day before diving into Wisconsin politics, education, and Milwaukee development.Later, City Forward Collective’s Colleston Morgan breaks down the realities of school choice funding and the debate surrounding it, while City Stories with Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene covers new downtown development, Tearman Spencer’s felony conviction, updates to

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61:47

What's Really Going on at Madison's Willy Street

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/08/05

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss the ongoing protests in Madison following the police shooting of Corey Ruiz before reflecting on the 14th anniversary of the Sikh Temple shooting in Oak Creek. Steve shares personal memories from his time as mayor and the lessons he learned about leadership, community, and resilience.Later, the hosts break down the latest Marquette Law School Poll on Wisconsin's governor's race, discuss what voters are looking for in their next governor, and preview another

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59:52

The Theoretical independent Platform

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/08/04

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss the latest U.S. tariffs on Canada with economist Todd Hirsch before asking a bigger question: if Americans could build a platform for an independent political candidate, what issues could everyone actually agree on? Later, the hosts react to Aaron Rodgers' latest comments about Dr. Anthony Fauci, new messaging from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on vaccines, the ongoing Cyclospora outbreak, and a surprising workplace trend involving

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62:14

Did Hong Win or Did the Other Campaigns Just Lose?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/08/03

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by WISN-TV Political Director Matt Smith to look back at last week's Democratic gubernatorial debate, discuss Francesca Hong's growing momentum, and ask whether she's winning the race—or if everyone else is simply falling behind. Later, Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano joins for a Monday Market Preview on the latest jobs report, GDP growth, and what Wisconsin's governor's race could mean for the economy. The show wraps with Kristin sharing stories

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64:06

Will Wisconsin Democrats Unite Under Hong?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/31

Joe Zepecki and Bill McCoshen join Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey to react to Mandela Barnes dropping out of Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, what it means for Francesca Hong and the remaining candidates, and whether Democrats can unite before facing Republican Tom Tiffany.The panel also discusses Ben Wikler’s political future and the continuing scrutiny of Dr. Anthony Fauci. It wraps up the week with Say Something Nice, Grab Bags, the Week-In-Review, and a few lighter conversations

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3:45

Fox Valley Tornado, Governor's Race & Packers...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/31

A Tornado sweeps through the Fox Valley, the Governor's race thins, Packers training camp begins, and more… It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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63:04

Issues that Matter in the Governor's Race

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2026/07/30

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey dive into one of Wisconsin's fastest-growing political issues: data centers. After Kristin MC'd a gubernatorial forum on the topic, the hosts break down where the Democratic candidates stand, how communities are responding, and whether the incentives offered to tech companies are worth it.Later, City Forward Collective's Colleston Morgan discusses school choice in the governor's race, WIARA President Ross Winklbauer shares the biggest concerns facing Wisconsin's

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64:05

Debate Without Fireworks

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/29

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial debate, discussing which candidates helped themselves, why the tone stayed surprisingly civil, and what the latest Marquette Law School Poll says about the race heading into the final stretch.Later, We Energies' Brendan Conway explains how utilities manage trees after severe storms and the growing demand for power from data centers. The show wraps with a preview of the Wisconsin State Fair, complete with cream puffs in

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61:19

Law, Politics, and the Meaning of America First

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2026/07/28

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey ask a simple question with complicated answers: what does it really mean to be "America First?" They debate manufacturing, wages, corporate responsibility, and hear from listeners before turning their attention to Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial debate and the impact of Governor Tony Evers' endorsement.Later, former U.S. Attorney James Santelle and retired Judge Mary Kuhnmuench join the show to discuss legal challenges involving mail-in ballots, election law,

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27:30

The Great Debate Preview

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/27

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by WISN-TV's Matt Smith and Gerron Jordan to preview Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial primary debate. The moderators discuss what goes into preparing for a debate, the biggest storylines heading into the night, and what they'll be looking for from the candidates. The hosts also discuss President Trump's recent White House Correspondents' Dinner speech before severe weather coverage cut the show short.

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66:07

Everyday Feels Like a Lifetime with Iran

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/24

Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen take over Point Taken to break down the final stretch of Wisconsin's gubernatorial primary. They discuss Francesca Hong's momentum, what each campaign needs to do in the closing days, and whether either party will ultimately unite behind its nominee.Later, WISN-TV Political Director Matt Smith joins the conversation to preview next week's Democratic debate, discuss the latest Marquette Law School Poll, and explain what he'll

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4:01

Week-In-Review: Crowley, Badgers, & AirVenture

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/24

Crowley re-enters the race, the Wisconsin Badgers return, AirVenture is underway, & more…It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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60:26

Inside Crowley's "Dirt McGirk" Account

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/23

Steve Scaffidi is joined by ESPN Milwaukee’s Alex Strouf to react to WTMJ becoming the new radio home of Wisconsin Badgers football, men’s basketball, and volleyball. They discuss what the partnership means for the future of Badgers athletics, Jordan Love’s outlook heading into the Packers’ season, and Steve’s upcoming trip to Cabo with Fox World Travel’s Rose Gray. Later, City Stories with Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene covers the latest developments surrounding former Wisconsin Center District

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5:40

OVERTIME: Democrats, Stop Getting in Your Own Way

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/23

With Kristin away this week, Steve flies solo on Overtime. He shares his perspective on Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial race, why he believes the party is creating unnecessary chaos, and how its messaging could be costing it support among independent voters. Agree or disagree, it's a candid look at campaign strategy from the other side of the aisle.

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63:25

Sick of the Left-Leaning Wisconsin Influencers

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/22

Steve Scaffidi breaks down the latest twist in Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial primary after Democrats asked the Wisconsin Elections Commission to let absentee voters redo their ballots following weeks of candidate shakeups. He also examines what the political chaos could mean as momentum continues to shift heading into the primary. Later, Steve asks listeners which issues matter most to them in Wisconsin, discusses the rise in measles cases and declining vaccination rates, revisits the health

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61:03

Is Francesca Hong Relatable to Rural Wisconsin?

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/07/21

Steve Scaffidi and guest co-host Todd Allbaugh take a deep dive into Wisconsin’s rapidly changing gubernatorial race and the growing divide between Democratic establishment leaders and the party’s progressive wing. Later, Dawn Carillo shares why buying local at farmers markets matters now more than ever, the hosts react to new research on coffee and heart health, and Lincoln Project Senior Advisor Trygve Olson weighs in on where the governor’s race goes from here.

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