Tory Lowe opens the show alongside Miracle Minister Kevin, reflecting on the weekend and breaking down why it’s critical to keep skills, knowledge, and money circulating within the Black community. The conversation centers on ownership, empowerment, and long-term growth.

Tory shifts focus to action—laying out what needs to happen for the upcoming community cleanup this weekend. From why it matters to how people can get involved, Tory encourages listeners to step up and be part of the change. (Sign up at ToryLoweCleanup.com)

The Pop Culture with Nazir Spencer, as he and Tory dive into the current state of the Milwaukee Bucks. Once champions, the team now faces uncertainty. They discuss how things have unraveled, the impact of Doc Rivers’ departure, and what the future could look like for the organization. Tory and Nazir turn to hip-hop headlines, unpacking the latest developments involving Offset and Cardi B. With new claims surfacing about Cardi’s child, the conversation explores relationships, public narratives, and how quickly stories evolve in the spotlight.

TNL HR 1 - Emmett and Jerod talk about how far they see the Cavs going in the playoffs. They go through the latest mock drafts.

Homer and Dame kick off the show with 414 Day energy, celebrating Milwaukee pride and the excitement around local culture, community support, and city-inspired sneaker releases. That opening spirit leads into a deeper conversation about the city itself, as they examine the ongoing problem of food deserts and why so many neighborhoods still lack reliable access to fresh groceries.

From there, the hour becomes a solutions-focused discussion centered on the idea of municipally backed grocery stores. Using New York City’s plan as a jumping-off point, Homer and Dame ask why Milwaukee has not taken a similar approach. They argue that city-supported grocery models could help stabilize neighborhoods, create stronger local jobs, repurpose vacant retail spaces, and keep food access and economic resources rooted in the community instead of relying on private companies that can leave at any time.

Homer and Dame continue the morning by staying focused on community-driven solutions, tying Milwaukee’s grassroots spirit and neighborhood pride back to the bigger question of what real local investment should look like. That conversation expands into a broader look at economic inequality as they react to Bernie Sanders’ proposal to tax billionaires 5% and redirect resources toward lower- and middle-income households.

Throughout the hour, they connect the billionaire tax debate to the everyday struggles faced by working communities, especially those dealing with food insecurity, poor healthcare access, and widening economic gaps. Homer and Dame challenge the logic of extreme wealth concentration, criticize the failures of trickle-down economics, and question a system where communities are deprived of basic needs while a small number of people hold enormous fortunes. The hour closes with a sharp turn into celebrity culture, as they react to reports involving Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith following the Chris Rock Oscars fallout.

Chris McIntosh is out as athletic director at Wisconsin Badgers, leaving for a senior role with the Big Ten — and it raises a major question:

Did he leave… or did he jump ship?

In this special emergency episode of The Jump Around, we break down:

Why McIntosh made the move now

The state of Wisconsin athletics in the NIL era

Whether the Badgers have fallen behind the Big Ten

The leadership vacuum facing UW right now

What comes next for football, basketball, and the entire department

From NIL struggles to fan frustration, this moment could define the future of Wisconsin sports.

Is this a smart career move… or a sign of bigger problems in Madison?

Alex Strouf, Josh DiMaggio, and Will Sommers react to a busy weekend across Wisconsin sports, starting with the surprising departure of Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh and what it means for the future of Badgers athletics. The guys dig into the uncertainty around leadership at UW, the timing of McIntosh’s exit, and why the move raises even more questions about where the football program is headed.

They also break down the end of the Bucks season, Doc Rivers stepping away, and Giannis’ uncertain future in Milwaukee. Plus, The Athletic’s Eric Nehm joins the show to unpack the Bucks’ disappointing year, what comes next for the organization, and how real the Giannis questions have become. Later, the crew talks Dontayvion Wicks being traded to Philadelphia, what it says about the Packers’ wide receiver room, early draft thoughts, and a rough Brewers weekend that included injuries and an ugly sweep.

Alicorn Investment Management Inc. President Bill Dendy talks about why new federal data shows last year’s fertility rate was the lowest on record. When you break down the numbers, how much does it really cost to have one child? How can you start off on good financial footage and then manage these costs throughout their lives?

From shocking allegations against powerful politicians to a disturbing wrongful arrest caught on video, today’s Truth To Power dives into the realities many try to ignore. Kyle breaks down systemic issues, community struggles, and why accountability still feels out of reach. This is the conversation everyone needs to hear—don’t miss it.

1. Severe weather is moving across the country right now and it will impact Wisconsin.

2. The Doc is out!

3. Learning from the Artemis II crew!

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines.

Guests include MMAC Senior Advisor Tim Sheehy and The Athletic Senior Writer Eric Nehm.