Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

66:58

Wisconsin Jobs, Governor Debate Preview and the...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/10/05

Steve Scaffidi goes solo with WISN’s Matt Smith to discuss Sean Duffy and Jameson Greer’s visit to Milwaukee, the state of Wisconsin’s job market, and the messaging challenges facing both political parties.They also preview the upcoming David Crowley-Tom Tiffany governor’s debate and the attorney general debate. Dave Spano breaks down the latest Fed decision, GDP growth and a possible October surprise for the markets. Plus, Alex Strouf reacts to the Packers’ win over Tampa Bay and the team’s

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61:53

Political Dysfunction, Wisconsin’s Governor Race and...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/10/02

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by Joe Zepecki and Bill McCoshen to discuss the Jack Smith hearing, congressional dysfunction, and the backlash over lawmakers leaving Washington ahead of the midterms.The panel breaks down the latest Marquette Law School poll and the tight race between David Crowley and Tom Tiffany, including the impact of outside money and campaign staffing. Hour two covers concerns about President Trump’s health, the reopening of the Watergate case, “Say Something

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63:35

Media Battles, Supreme Court Cases & Milwaukee Headlines

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/10/01

With Steve Scaffidi off, Kristin Brey is joined by former U.S. Attorney Jim Santelle to discuss the Trump administration’s fight with the media, campaign press restrictions, Wisconsin Supreme Court cases, and the difference between what is legal and what is right.They also examine the Cornell sexual assault case, fraternity accountability, and campus rape laws. In Hour 2, Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene breaks down Milwaukee’s latest headlines, including leadership changes at the Wisconsin

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62:22

Misinformation, “Super Intelligence” and Milwaukee’s...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/30

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey examine a congressional blunder involving Jack Smith, the dangers of political news silos, and the Watertown School District’s decision to allow Flashdance as a school play.Trade Ambassador Jameson Greer joins the show to discuss the G20, tariffs, and the Trump administration’s trade agenda. Plus, Steve and Kristin react to the rebranding of artificial intelligence as “super intelligence,” debate data centers in the Crowley-Tiffany governor’s race, and speak with

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20:42

OVERTIME: Charlie Berens on AI, Data Centers &...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/30

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey welcome comedian and Wisconsin advocate Charlie Berens to discuss his new organization, Build Wisconsin Better, and the growing debate over artificial intelligence and data center construction.Berens explains why he believes Wisconsin should pause new data center projects until communities have a clear plan, how AI could concentrate power in fewer hands, and why the technology’s potential benefits must be weighed against its environmental, economic, and social

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63:50

Wisconsin’s Governor Race, Campus Safety and a...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/28

WISN’s Matt Smith joins Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey to discuss Francesca Hong’s campaign, the upcoming attorney general debate, and the latest developments in Wisconsin’s statewide races. They also examine the controversy surrounding the Tom Tiffany campaign blocking Journal Sentinel reporters from an event.The show tackles a sexual assault case at Cornell and the broader conversation about campus safety and institutional accountability. Plus, Dave Spano breaks down housing inventory, interest

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64:01

Tiffany Blocks the Media, Inflation Hits Voters and...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/25

Steve Scaffidi hosts the Political Power Hour with Joe Zepecki and Jake Curtis to discuss Tom Tiffany blocking a Journal Sentinel reporter and how it compares with the Trump administration’s treatment of the media.The conversation also covers rising gas and grocery prices, inflation’s impact on the midterm elections, U.S.-China relations, and growing concerns about artificial intelligence. Plus, the show’s “Say Something Nice” segment, a look at the Obama Presidential Center, and Alex Strouf joins

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3:46

Week-In-Review: 100 Wins, White House Ban, & Hazing

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/25

100 wins for the Crew, media organizations banned from the White House, hazing in Madison, and more... It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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63:34

Trump’s Media Fight, America’s Reading Crisis &...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/24

Steve and Kristin examine the Trump administration’s restrictions on White House media access and compare them with Barack Obama’s approach to the press. They also discuss America’s troubling reading scores, Wisconsin’s education challenges, and lessons from Mississippi’s turnaround.Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene breaks down Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s proposed $2.26 billion budget, street repairs, public safety staffing, parking-meter changes, affordable housing, and possible Common Council

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62:50

Wisconsin Ballot Amendments, Political Money &...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/23

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss campaign fundraising, the role of outside money in politics, and whether candidates should distance themselves from President Trump.Will Flanders of the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty explains the two constitutional amendments on Wisconsin’s November ballot: limits on the governor’s partial-veto power and a proposal addressing preferential treatment by governmental entities. Wisconsin referendum notice The show also examines Kalshi and the debate

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57:51

Data Centers, Interest Rates & Fixing the Packers’...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/21

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey speak with WISN 12’s Matt Smith about the debate over data centers in Wisconsin Rapids, media access concerns involving the Trump administration, and the challenges of covering political campaigns. Wisconsin Public Radio AP NewsMeagan Johnson of the Milwaukee Diaper Mission discusses the organization’s work supporting families and expanding access to training pants. Dave Spano explains the Federal Reserve’s latest interest-rate decision, tariffs, AI investment, and

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62:36

Macklemore, Iran, AI & Wisconsin’s Governor’s Race

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/18

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour after expressing support for Palestine, along with questions about free speech and celebrity activism.Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen join the Political Power Hour to discuss the possibility of a Democratic wave, rising costs, the impact of the Iran conflict, Wisconsin’s governor’s race, AI oversight, and the future of the Kennedy Center. Catch Point Taken weekdays from 10

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29:21

Stolen Baby Trees, Milwaukee Raises & an MMSD Lawsuit

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/17

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey welcome Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene for an abbreviated edition of Point Taken.They discuss the mystery behind 100 stolen baby trees, questions surrounding raises for elected officials, a new dashboard tracking neighborhood displacement risk, and Veolia’s lawsuit against Milwaukee Public Schools. Plus, a debate over Milwaukee’s fire truck needs and the statewide prison tablet program. Catch Point Taken weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon Central on 620 WTMJ or

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58:56

Mail-In Voting, Sydney Sweeney’s Ad & AI Actors

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/15

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss the Supreme Court’s latest mail-in voting decision, affordability and inflation, Wisconsin redistricting, and Mitch McConnell’s return to the Senate. ABC NewsThe show also examines the controversy surrounding Sydney Sweeney’s sports betting ad, women in sports, international boxing, and the future of AI-generated actors and movies. Catch Point Taken weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon Central on 620 WTMJ or wherever you get your podcasts.

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63:41

Tom Tiffany’s Plane Crash, AI Fears & the Packers’...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/14

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey talk with WISN 12’s Matt Smith about the upcoming Wisconsin governor’s debate, Tom Tiffany’s plane crash, and the changing political landscape.The show also examines backlash over a controversial post about Tiffany, growing concerns about artificial intelligence, interest rates and regulation with Dr. Brian Jacobsen, and the Packers’ loss with Alex Strouf. Catch Point Taken weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon Central on 620 WTMJ or wherever you get your podcasts.

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56:18

25 Years After 9/11: Unity, Politics & Wisconsin’s...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/11

Steve Scaffidi, Kristin Brey, Bill McCoshen, and Joe Zepecki reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, how the attacks changed America, and whether the country can still come together during moments of crisis. 9/11 Memorial & MuseumThe Political Power Hour continues with a discussion of the 2026 midterms, the canceled Wisconsin Broadcasters Association gubernatorial debate, rising oil and gas prices, and the FCC’s dispute with Jimmy Kimmel. The panel also shares final thoughts on remembering 9/11,

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60:07

Trump’s $5,000 Promise, AI Fears & Milwaukee’s...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/10

Todd Allbaugh fills in for Steve Scaffidi as he and Kristin Brey discuss President Trump’s proposed $5,000 payment, concerns about artificial intelligence, and Jimmy Kimmel moving a James Talarico interview to YouTube amid reported FCC pressure.Jeramey Jannene joins the show to discuss Milwaukee’s pothole problem, lawsuits facing the city, and MCTS plans to expand bus routes and ridership. Catch Point Taken weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon Central on 620 WTMJ or wherever you get your podcasts.

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63:15

Canada Tariffs, Child Care & a Badger Punt for the Ages

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/08

Todd Allbaugh fills in for Steve Scaffidi as he and Kristin Brey discuss Canada tariffs, Wisconsin exports, rising costs, and the debate over child care funding and stay-at-home parents.Dave Spano explains how tariffs could affect the markets and what investors can do to protect themselves. Plus, a recap of the Badgers’ loss, the incredible punt that reached the 1-yard line, the history of Labor Day, and a look ahead at the week in Wisconsin politics. Catch Point Taken weekdays from 10 a.m. to

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62:30

Trump, Hegseth & Wisconsin’s 2026 Election

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/04

Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen join Point Taken to discuss Donald Trump’s impact on the 2026 midterms, his potential Super PAC involvement, Pete Hegseth’s leadership at the Pentagon, and whether Americans feel safer today.The panel also debates mail-in voting, Wisconsin’s governor and attorney general races, polling, campaign spending, and the future of election strategy. Plus, Say Something Nice, the Grab Bag, and Week in Review. Catch Point Taken

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3:20

Week-In-Review: School stars, building collapse, &...

Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey ·

2026/09/04

School is in session, a building collapses, the I-94 rivalry series continues, and more... It's the Week-In-Review brought to you by Outdoor Living Unlimited.

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