Maino and the Mayor

Maino and the Mayor

By John Maino and Jim SchmittNewsNews Commentary
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Maino and the Mayor episodes

  • Riffing Through Rhubarb and Rock: A Musical Journey (Hour 3)


    The episode dives into the vibrant music scene of Northeast Wisconsin. Hosts John Maino and Jim Schmitt engage with guests about the Mile of Music festival and the unique influence of music educators. They explore the role of educators in nurturing young talent, the intertwining of personal passion with public performance, and the challenges artists face. The conversation shifts to a lively discussion with musician-turned-lawyer Ike Arumba, who shares tales from the Seattle grunge explosion, his legal adventures with bands like Pearl Jam, and his return to Wisconsin. The episode wraps with a spotlight on the upcoming Pink Floyd tribute at the Grand Oshkosh.

    Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. 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 lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

    Guests: Ike Arumba
    45 min
  • Mental Health Boost and Music Magic (Hour 2)


    Marilou Counard from Emplify Health by Bellin is teaming up with Marquette University and the Resch Foundation for a groundbreaking seven-year pilot program addressing the shortage of mental health professionals in Northeast Wisconsin. This initiative aims to train and retain local mental health counselors, bolstering community support. Meanwhile, the Mile of Music festival is gearing up for its 12th year, Kim Mauthe & Melissa Freeman, talk 200 artists from around the globe in Appleton. With a focus on original music, it offers a unique platform for emerging talents, supported by a small but dedicated team. The event is a testament to community spirit and the power of music to connect and uplift.

    Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. 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 lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

    Guests: Kim Mauthe, Marilou Counard, Melissa Freeman
    45 min
  • Dogs, Hunting, and Health: A Rustic Ramble (Hour 1)


    Broadcasting from the Civic Media Studios in Northeast Wisconsin, John Maino and Jim Schmitt delve into a lively discussion about National Take Your Dog to Work Day, sharing anecdotes about their own pet experiences. The conversation shifts to hunting in the UP, reminiscing about rabbit hunts and the joy of living off the land. They tackle the realities of living with pets, the nostalgia of small-town life, and the importance of outdoor activities. Then Lisa Hale, Host of NEWisco Weekend joins the show to talk what’s coming up.

    Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. 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 lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

    Guests: Jim Schmitt, Lisa Hale
    45 min
  • Valley Focus: Makenna Mae - XRoads 41

    Makenna Mae, the XRoads 41 Ambassador, joins Todd and Lisa in Valley Focus to talk about the three-day music festival coming to Oshkosh’s Festival Park in August. May talks about the variety of music, camping at the XRoads 41 and how to get tickets for the concerts. Xroads.com is where to purchase tickets and get all of the information!

    Valley Focus is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings at 6:50 a.m. as part of the Maino and the Mayor Show on 96.5 and 98.3 WISS in Appleton and Oshkosh.  Todd Michaels and Northeast Wisconsin News Bureau Chief Lisa Hale talk with community leaders from Oshkosh, Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, and the Fox Valley for Valley Focus. Conversations will range from entertainment to government to community involvement and more! 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.

    Guests: Makenna Mae, Makenna May
    9 min
  • Towels, Tunes, and Truckers (Hour 3) (Hour 3)

    John Maino and Jim Schmitt dive into a quirky mix of music’s unsung value, towel rental entrepreneurship, and admiration for the Amish lifestyle. They explore the music scene’s richness versus sports’ overshadowing spotlight and discuss a towel rental business idea at the Kroc Center. The duo debates the authenticity of the Amish way of life and Pat Tracey joins to chat about guitar teaching, local events, and the upcoming Crossroads 41 country festival. They wrap up with a humorous take on missed musical careers and the local farmers market

    Win lunch with Pat at Beckett’s in Oshkosh

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    Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. 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 lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

    Guests: Pat Tracey
    45 min
  • From Medics to Music: Pride, Passion, and Percussion(Hour 2)


    Broadcasting live from Northeast Wisconsin, hosts John Maino and Jim Schmitt explore the emotional journey of military families with guest Liz Hastings, whose daughter, a sergeant and medic, is deployed with the U.S. Army. Liz shares the pride and anxiety of having a child in the military, highlighting the maturity and life-changing experiences gained through service. The conversation shifts to music with Leah Reed and Jonathan Leahy from Hyde Music, celebrating Make Music Day. They discuss the joys of communal music-making, the creative process behind jingles, and the therapeutic power of learning an instrument. A podcast on music education, Sound Underground, is also spotlighted

    Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. 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 lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

    Guests: Jonathan Leahy, Leah Reed, Liz Hastings
    45 min
  • Dreams, Soups, and Farm Fans (Hour 1)

    John Maino and Jim Schmitt navigate a lively Thursday discussing everything from the significance of Juneteenth to the erratic weather sparing Wisconsin from tornadoes. John shares his restless night and dreams about being unprepared, possibly fueled by his sodium-rich homemade soup experiment. The duo humorously debates the effects of salt and sugar on dreams. They explore unique ideas like starting a summer soup business and the curious notion of hot soup in hot weather. The show shifts gears with Pam Jahnke discussing Dairy Month, farm breakfasts, and the mental health challenges farmers face. The episode wraps up with Kevin Van Ess sharing tales from band gigs amid unpredictable weather.

    Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. 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 lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

    Guests: Kevin Van Ess, Leah Reed, Pam Jahnke
    45 min
  • Valley Focus: TJ Hobbs & Greyson Siezert - Oshkosh Pride

    TJ Hobbs and Greyson Siezert from Oshkosh Pride join to talk about the event coming up on Sunday, June 29th at the Leach Ampitheater in Oshkosh.

    Valley Focus is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings at 6:50 a.m. as part of the Maino and the Mayor Show on 96.5 and 98.3 WISS in Appleton and Oshkosh.  Todd Michaels and Northeast Wisconsin News Bureau Chief Lisa Hale talk with community leaders from Oshkosh, Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, and the Fox Valley for Valley Focus. Conversations will range from entertainment to government to community involvement and more! 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.

    Guests: Greyson Siezert, TJ Hobbs
    9 min
  • From Broadway to Big Mouth: Kelsey's Encore (Hour 3)

    In our final hour, we are joined by The Press Times along with Kelsey Denae. Kelsey is a hometown talent from Ashwaubenon, who shares her journey from local choir performances to starring in “Les Misérables” at the Kennedy Center. After a whirlwind career that took her to New York City, she’s back, joining the popular band Big Mouth and the Power Toolhorns. To end the show, co-hosts John Maino and Jim Schmitt delve into the evolution of athletic prowess in sports, the charm of picnics, and the quest for a healthy candy bar!

    Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. 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 lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

    Guests: Kelsey Denae
    45 min
  • Racing Legends and Real Estate Dreams (Hour 2)

    Joe Verdegan, a legendary voice in auto racing, shares tales of his storied career and the challenges facing local racetracks, from waning fan bases to the politics of prison reform, as he balances his passion for racing with a heartfelt cause for a young racer. Meanwhile, Ben and Deanna Malcore delve into the dynamic world of real estate, highlighting the rise of condos, jaw-dropping property prices, and the allure of Green Bay’s historic charm. With a blend of racing nostalgia and real estate wisdom, this episode revs up the excitement for both motorheads and homebuyers alike.

    Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. 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 lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

    Guests: Ben Malcore, Deanna Malcore, Joe Verdegan
    45 min

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Radio legend John Maino and former Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt talk everything Green Bay, as well as sports, politics, health, entertainment and anything in between. Experience the chemistry and humor…