Lean Local

Jim Schmitt is joined by Director of Marketing for On Broadway Inc., Mary Rhode and the Assistant Director for Downtown Green Bay, Jen Metcalf. Mary and Jen share what events are going to be at the draft and what to look for. Then Jim is joined by THE Dispensary, to talk about a cool event running for the draft. Hotel Northland talks about tours running for the draft.

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.

Former Green Bay Mayor, Jim Schmitt is joined by Kelsey O’Donnell-Mauthe, Communications Manager for The Brain Center. Jim and Kelsey talk about brain health and how The Brain Center can help with that. Kelsey talks about what food is good for your health, and how movement helps the brain. Then Dennis Rockhill, the Makerspace Director for the Einstein Project. Dennis talks how the Einstein Project is more of a kit instead of learning for textbooks for the youths.

Kelsey O’Donnell-Mauthe and Dennis Rockhill

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.

Former Green Bay Mayor, Jim Schmitt is joined by C.O.O. of Brown County Untied Way, Rashaad Cobb and Robyn Davis President and C.E.O. of United Way. Jim, Rashaad, and Robyn talk about the emphasis on helping the community has in Green Bay.

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.

Former Green Bay Mayor, Jim Schmitt is joined by Green Bay Chief of Police, Chris Davis. Chris talks about his background before he moved to Green Bay, why he chose Green Bay, and the Police resources.

Then Jim moves the topic over to homelessness in Green Bay and what the Chief and the police are doing in order to prevent. Jim and Chris talk the 2025 NFL draft, and the protection of the people during the event, but mostly lets enjoy the draft!!

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.

Former Green bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by Jim Rafter – Allouez Village President. Rafter and Schmitt talk about the closing and demolition of the Green Bay Correctional Institution. Is it good to close it, or if closing it is bad for Allouez. Then former guard for the Institution for 27 years, Joe Verdegan. Joe talks about his experiences working for the prison.

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.

Former Green Bay Jim Schmitt is joined by congressmen Tony Wied. Jim and Tony open the first segment by a talk about DOGE(The Department of Government Efficiency). Jim asks Tony what his thoughts are on Term Limits, Economic Development, and tariffs.

Jim and Tony talk about District 8
Tony is making sure he is an advocate for this district- He is now an advocate of agriculture in district 8.
The largest paper and pulp district, Jim and Tony talk about how these guys really care about the environment.
Tony is involved in transportation in district 8.

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.

Former Green Bay Jim Schmitt is joined by Tarlton Knight owner of The Tarlton Theatre. Tarl shares his background in music and how he got started. Tarl shares the business side of the Theatre and the ventures to make the Tarlton Theatre what it is today. Jim and Tarl talk about what the Tarlton has to offer, and what Tarl’s plans are for the NFL draft. Tarl shares a project that he has been working on for 10 years.

Tarl and Jim talk what Green Bay’s music genres, Tarl says that it is punk.

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.

Former Green bay Mayor, Jim Schmitt is joined by Dr.K an ER Doctor. Dr.K has leaned into Ozempic, Dr.k wanted to lean into wellness and giving back to the community by opening a Ozempic store. Dr.K explains what this drug is and how it can help with diabetes and losing weight.

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.

Former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt is joined by the current Mayor of Green bay Eric Genrich. Jim and Eric talk about The City has been receiving awards, best place to remote work, #1 place to live, #1 safest place to live. Good relationships with surrounding communities(Local Leaders)

Concerns for Draft- No big concerns, how are people going to move through the community. Undersized transit system, more detailed plans from NFL. Mayor Genrich shares that the Public Market, may open in this summer, Coal Piles- why are they staying? and How can they be moved.

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.

Former Green bay Mayor, Jim Schmitt is joined by Chris Bivins Associate Director Program development for Center of Suicide Awareness. Chris talks about how her text line (Hopeline) was created in Kaukauna, WI.

Chris and Jim talk about relationship issues, between Families, Friends, Co workers.  It’s the elephant in the room, we are Midwest nice we don’t talk about the dark. Chris shares how you can get help, through texting in to her helpline or talking a trusted person.

Lean Local is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Sunday’s from 1-2 PM on WGBW . Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 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.

Dive into the heart of community issues with ‘Lean Local,’ hosted by former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. This refreshing political and issues program bypasses traditional left-versus-right rhetoric. Instead, it ‘leans local’ with insightful discussions and grassroots solutions, focusing on what truly matters in our neighborhoods and communities.