Civic Media Spotlight

Up first this hour, State Rep Amaad Rivera-Wagner of the Green Bay area joins the Todd Allbaugh Show to talk about how he's working across the aisle to preserve the Green Bay Conservation Corps, Wisconsin's only local municipal branch of AmeriCorps. There's some really great stuff here about how people of WI (particularly GB) want to take care of each other.

Then on Maino & the Mayor, Alicia Wenger joins the show from Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services in Oshkosh. She shares the story of the organization's namesake and talks about all of the services that they offer individuals and families. Christine Ann touches the whole community from in-school programs to community education sessions.

Following that, Corinne Hendrickson is a child care professional and returns to Matenaer On Air to talk about the National Day of Action event happening on May 12 and the dire need for child care funding increases, which seems to be on the chopping block by the Wisconsin GOP. This will be their fourth year running "Day Without Childcare" as an event, which is taking place state-wide, too.

We wrap up the hour with a clip from Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba talking fairways and greens. Pete and producer Konrad talk about Kon’s golf game. Kon brags that he broke 100, and Pete jokes he almost did as well, but the windmill messed him up.

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Kicking of this week, some parents and employers are going to notice a disruption next Monday, when a number of daycare providers close their doors or take other actions to call attention to how the lack of affordable childcare options has reached crisis proportions in Wisconsin. Corrine Hendrickson, a childcare provider from New Glarus, previews the 4th annual Day Without Child Care and the need for substantive childcare assistance in the next state budget, now that federal pandemic aid is nearly gone.

Then Dave Schroeder, Research Director for WI Security Research Consortium, joins the Maggie Daun Show to highlight vulnerabilities in national infrastructure and the insidious nature of disinformation campaigns. Dave reminds us that in the age of disinformation the goal is not to always separate us from our money but to separate us from reality.

Lastly, John and Gordy in the Morning welcome to the show Dr. Tim Slekar to the show to discuss the impacts of artificial intelligence, a.k.a. AI, of both hurting and helping critical thinking skills. Is it the tool that is to blame for those impacts? Or possibly something else?

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Maggie dives into a whirlwind of troubling political developments, spotlighting the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka during an ICE protest and federal judges condemning Trump's administration for bad faith actions. As Stephen Miller hints at suspending habeas corpus, Maggie fiercely critiques these authoritarian moves, stressing that due process is a right, not a privilege. She calls for collective action against, what she terms as kleptocracy and systemic racism, urging all of us to stand together and speak the truth. Because we all need a glimmer of hope, she also highlights the historic election of an American pope, symbolizing resistance against global authoritarianism.

The Maggie Daun Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 2-4 pm across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Maggie and the show!

Maggie starts today's show with more breaking news. Mayor Ras Baraka's arrest at a protest ignites a firestorm, as the Trump administration faces judicial rebukes and drops bombshells. In a jaw-dropping move, they're considering suspending habeas corpus, echoing the darkest days of U.S. history. Trump's selective refugee policy favors white Afrikaners while other desperate refugees languish. Jeff Mandell of Law Forward discusses how federal judges slam the administration for bad faith and unlawful detentions, revealing a pattern of authoritarian overreach. And Earl Ingram discusses how civil rights gains are eroding and public trust is plummeting. Maggie and Earl call for Americans to unite and confront these unprecedented threats to democracy has never been more urgent.

The Maggie Daun Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 2-4 pm across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Maggie and the show!

Delving into the dark side of the digital world, Maggie spotlights the urgent need for cyber awareness, especially against crimes targeting children. Jesse Crowe of Wisconsin's ICAC joins Maggie to discuss the importance of parental engagement and using technology's privacy settings to shield kids from online predators. Plus, Dave Schroeder, Research Director for WI Security Research Consortium, highlights vulnerabilities in national infrastructure and the insidious nature of disinformation campaigns. Dave reminds us that in the age of disinformation the goal is not to always separate us from our money but to separate us from reality. As digital threats grow, the call to arms is clear: vigilance, smart policy, and education are our frontline defenses.

The Maggie Daun Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 2-4 pm across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Maggie and the show!

Maggie Daun tackles the pressing issue of sextortion, a growing cybercrime targeting youth. John DeMay shares the tragic story of his son Jordan's suicide due to sextortion. He and Maggie underscore the urgency of legislative action. Sextortion involves criminals posing as peers online to extort explicit images and money from teens. John's advocacy led to Michigan enacting laws against such crimes, serving as a model for other states like Wisconsin, which is currently debating similar legislation with 'Bradyn's Law' proposed by Sen. Jesse James. John issues a call to action for parents, lawmakers, and communities to protect children from this insidious threat.

The Maggie Daun Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 2-4 pm across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Maggie and the show!

In this hour, we cover a lot of ground! Maggie unravels the challenges of funding county parks, the insidious spread of microplastics, and the economic turbulence wrought by tariffs. Discover how local governments are tackling oil and gas giants in court. Dr. Kristen Lyerly and Renee Paplham also join Maggie for 'Broad Appeal.' Renee is gearing up for a political comeback against a tone-deaf incumbent. Meanwhile, tariffs are squeezing Green Bay's farmers and parents are bracing for pricier holidays. And of course, we gotta talk sports. A prank gone wrong in the NFL world serves as a reminder of the importance of grace and humility in parenting and leadership.

The Maggie Daun Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 2-4 pm across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Maggie and the show!

Today, we're in for a real treat! Maggie hosts historian Heather Cox Richardson to dissect the perilous political landscape. They explore Donald Trump's authoritarian tendencies, notably his attacks on the judiciary and his performative politics, which reminds them of a would-be dictator. Maggie and Heather discuss the alarming threats against judges, Trump's attempts to wield unconstitutional power, and the surprising complacency of Congress. They contrast historical power struggles with today's political theatrics, emphasizing the critical role of media in countering misinformation. Heather paints a vivid picture of power sloshing in Washington, with figures like Stephen Miller and Russell Vought vying for control amid Trump's chaotic administration.

The Maggie Daun Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 2-4 pm across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Maggie and the show!

Maggie and guest host former U.S. Attorney Jim Santelle dive deep into the alarming nomination of Ed Martin as U.S. Attorney for D.C., highlighting his startling lack of prosecutorial experience and questionable qualifications. Maggie and Jim dissect Martin's problematic history, including his ties to conspiracy theories and Russian media. They also question the moral obligations of Americans when faced with such incompetence in high office. Dan Shafer, Political Editor, also joins for 'State Slate.' Dan discusses Wisconsin's budget cuts targeting crucial social services and critiques a new GOP gubernatorial contender's divisive tactics.

The Maggie Daun Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 2-4 pm across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Maggie and the show!

Maggie unpacks the chaos in today's political landscape. Maggie begins today by highlighting the Supreme Court's reinstatement of Trump's transgender military ban and Milwaukee's symbolic struggles, like the Master Lock plant closure. Jeramey Jannene from 'Urban Milwaukee' discusses redevelopment woes. Check out more from 'Urban Milwaukee' at urbanmilwaukee.com. Meanwhile, Congressman Mark Pocan takes on Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over tariffs, and Ron Johnson's Medicaid cuts spark outrage. Plus, the bizarre silence of MAGA reps and Trump's odd Oval Office exchange with Canada's Prime Minister. It's political theater at its most absurd.

The Maggie Daun Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 2-4 pm across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Maggie and the show!