Chad Holmes steps in for Pat Kreitlow and the episode kicks off with disbelief at President Trump's appointment of Jeanine Pirro as a federal prosecutor, showcasing chaos and lack of seriousness in leadership. The crowning of a Midwestern Pope, Pope Leo XIV, sparks a mix of excitement and controversy among Catholics, especially amid 'woke' accusations. The show also touches on local Wisconsin issues, like the mayoral antics in Wausau and the challenges facing a local ginseng farm due to trade wars

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