Hello and welcome to the second hour of the Civic Media Spotlight!

Brian Noonan and Jamie Martinson dig into the ongoing debate over the Electoral College and whether it still makes sense today. With Virginia moving toward a national popular vote and Wisconsin part of that conversation, they break down where the system came from—and why it’s getting more pushback now. They also get into the political divide around it, especially as Democrats continue to win the popular vote but come up short in the Electoral College.

Later on, David Casey joins the show to take some of the stress out of tax season, with a focus on why filing electronically just makes things easier.

And of course, there’s no shortage of political drama to cover, including new impeachment articles aimed at Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

It’s a mix of politics, practical advice, and the kind of conversation that gets your morning going on Daybreak.

Hello and welcome to the first hour of the Civic Media Spotlight!

Dive into the fluoride debate with Dr. Donald Chi, DDS, who talks through how the pandemic changed dental care, why some parents are hesitant about fluoride, and why the conversation around water fluoridation isn’t going away anytime soon. Instead of just throwing science at people, Dr. Chi makes the case for actually listening to those concerns.

On the sports side, Mike Clemens joins the show with the latest on the Bucks’ coaching situation, what’s next for Giannis, and why the Brewers are having a tough go of it. Plus, there’s some buzz around the Packers’ Tailgate Tour and a look at how things are shifting in the Big Ten.

It’s a mix of health, sports, and everything in between—exactly what you’d expect on Nite Lite.

In the second hour, Mark Becker talks with Geoff Kabaservice from the Niskanen Center about what’s going on in the Middle East. He gives an update on the current conflict and helps put everything into context. They continue the conversation with more insight into where things stand right now.

And over on Native Roots Radio, Robert Pilot is joined by Wendy Pilot, who shares updates on visiting artist Frazer Sundown. They talk about his work and what he’s been bringing to the community, along with a bit more background on his artistry.

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Herman Pontzer, a professor at Duke University, joins Pete and Greg on Nite Lite to talk about his book Adaptable and how our bodies really use energy. He gets into the science of metabolism and clears up some of the biggest myths around exercise and weight loss. The conversation keeps going as Pontzer digs deeper into why a lot of what we think we know about fitness just isn’t true.

Then over on Brian and Jamie, Jimmie Kaska breaks down the latest school referendum results from around Wisconsin. About 60 percent passed, which is good news for many districts, but there are still some tough situations ahead, including possible school consolidations. After that, Brian and Jamie switch things up and talk about seasonal treats—the kinds of foods you only have at certain times of the year—and share some of their personal favorites.

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Mark Becker and Green Bay Rep. Amaad Rivera-Wagner get into a pretty fired-up conversation about the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, talking about why keeping the court nonpartisan actually matters—and what happens when politics starts creeping in. Rivera-Wagner also opens up about the threats he faced around the 2020 election, and why staying grounded and focused on unity is more important than ever.

Then Robert Pilot switches gears with Angie Vig from Vig Guitars. They highlight Native American excellence and get into the nitty-gritty of keeping guitars in shape through those brutal Minnesota weather swings. It’s a mix of real talk and rock talk—covering everything from civic responsibility to keeping your strings in tune.

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Brian Noonan and Jamie Martinson dig into one of Wisconsin’s sweetest staples with Theresa Baroun from the Wisconsin Maple Syrup Producers Association. She walks through how syrup actually gets made, why Wisconsin is such a big deal in the maple world, and how climate change is starting to mess with the season. Plus, some of the cool new tech producers are using—like solar-powered vacuum systems—to keep things flowing.

Then things shift a bit, as author Don Martin joins Nite Lite to talk about fandom and where things stand right now. From navigating the J.K. Rowling conversation to finding more inclusive spaces in pop culture, it’s a thoughtful look at what it means to be a fan today.

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In the second hour of the Civic Media Spotlight, we feature Native Roots with Robert Pilot. Robert is joined by Robert Lilligren of NACDI.

Also in this hour, we hear from Rational Revolution's own Mark Becker, speaking with Representative Francesca Hong, focusing on her most recent grassroot support objective.

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In the first hour of the Civic Media Spotlight, we feature Daybreak with Brian and Jamie. The hosts are joined by Fisheries Specialist Titus Seilheimer from Wisconsin Sea Grant joins to talk about an invasive carp species and how it could negatively impact the Great Lakes. He also tells us about the efforts to keep the species from entering the lakes.

We also get an inside scoop of the wonderful guests on Nite Lite with Pete and Greg. They talk with  Frank Hermans of Let Me be Frank Productions about his big upcoming show, 'Shopko, Say Hello to a Good Buy.’

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In the first hour of the Civic Media Spotlight, we feature Rational Revolution with Mark Becker. Returning guest Carlton Huffman joins the show to discuss the Iran war, the firing of Kristi Noem, and how the Republican Party of Wisconsin has shifted from a national powerhouse to its current weakened position.

Also in this hour, we hear from Nite Lite with Pete and Greg, who are joined by Mary Mack. The comedian shares insights into her routine, what makes for a fun night, her personal favorite kind of evening, and her unique take on the Oscars.

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In the first hour of the Civic Media Spotlight, we feature Daybreak with Brian and Jamie. The hosts are joined by Bill Lueders, president of the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, who breaks down a recently uncovered loophole that allows lawmakers to delete records that should otherwise be accessible through open records requests.

Also in this hour, Brian and Jamie take a closer look at a headline involving Tony Evers and his veto of a childcare bill. What initially appeared to be a surprising decision becomes clearer as they dig deeper into the details, ultimately offering perspective on why the veto may have been the right call.

We also hear from Lean Local with Jim Schmitt, who is joined by Dennis Buehler, President and CEO of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation. The conversation focuses on how community members can get involved and contribute to making Green Bay a better place to live.

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