Matenaer on Air

What's more surprising? Finding a part of the human body buried in concrete in BOSTON or finding out the truth?

And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to [email protected] and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!

Here we are folks; Jane Matenaer’s last week before retirement and we’re going to have some fun for the next few days! We kick things off with a statement from The Treasury Secretary on how good it is, whether you know it or not. And because they learned their lesson, an airline gets to keep their money, sorry customers. Next, Civic Media’s Sports Reporter Mike Clemens is here to talk about the big victory from The Packers, but more importantly, his time working with Jane and the creation of a song that could be sent to a hall of fame?!

As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn’t do this without you! Don’t forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

The weekend is upon us and we know you want to relax while being informed, which is why we have put together some great moments from the show!  Mika Dahiya, Head of Civilian Investigations and Support and a founding member of zeroShadow, a leading cryptocurrency and Web3 incident response firm. She is here to talk about the many scams which affect folks of all ages. Then, it’s time once again for Teri Barr, Civic Media’s Genie Of Just About Everything” and we’re talking Slice of Wisconsin with the focus on a German tradition that might not be as traditional as we think. And its time to bring it all to a close with This Shouldn’t Be A Thing – Rocky Raccoon’s Rocky Night Edition.

As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn’t do this without you! Don’t forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

The second hour kicks off with Civic Media’s own Dan Shafer discussing all the big stories including more news on the Wisconsin Congressional Maps Case and a quote that never existed. We also talk about how the special election in Tennessee can and will impact this state in 2026. For Audio Sorbet, we’re talking Cookie Walk with member of the Waukesha South Blackshirts Band! She discusses the history of the event and how you can help and enjoy! Finally, to end a solid week, Jane’s penultimate week (words!), we close it out with This Shouldn’t Be A Thing – Baby Seal Walks Into A Bar Edition.

As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn’t do this without you! Don’t forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

The name pretty much it all and it all ends well and pizza was consumed! Also, an update on a story from earlier this week!

And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to [email protected] and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!

If you live in the parts of Wisconsin that has a hard time getting Internet access, well help is coming…Thanks President Biden! Next, a former podcast host and current number two at the FBI gave an honest answer, followed a weird statement. It’s Friday and the weekend, starts here. Then, its Friday which means we welcome Civic Media’s Political Editor Dan Shafer back to recombobulate all the important news from the week, including the announcement from Mandela Barnes for the governor’s race, as well as another non-scientific poll from Dan regarding some of the candidates.

As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn’t do this without you! Don’t forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

In the second hour, we’re doing things a little differently today and kicking it off with Acme Packing Co. Writer Paul Noonan! We’re talking about the developing rumors regarding a Giannis trade, as well as…do the Bears still suck? For Audio Sorbet, we are welcome Aaron Carreno to the show! He is a member of the Civic Media Leadership team and dear friend of Jane, they chat about their history in the business. We share memories and stories and Jane has to accept compliments. And then we bring this show to close with This Shouldn’t Be A Thing – This Too Shall Pass Edition.

As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn’t do this without you! Don’t forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

In what feels like a scene from a funny heist film, a New Zealand man decided that ingestion was an option with his score. Now an unlucky cop has to wait for the evidence to drop.

And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to [email protected] and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!

In the ongoing conversation regarding voucher schools and how much is being funded, a school district in Wisconsin is asking for transparency for those footing the bill. Next, companies are asking for the same help with hiring immigrant labor as farmers have received. Then its time to welcome Jim Santelle back to the show to talk about all the major stories coming out of the world of law including possible war crimes charges for Pete Hegseth (with articles of impeachment on the side) and a pardon FBI informant convicted liar.

As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn’t do this without you! Don’t forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

In the past few weeks there have been reports and video of President Trump falling asleep during meetings and press conferences. We take a step back and look at double standards in the media coverage, as well as when it’s time to hang it up and retire. And there is some hub bub, some chatter, some rumors about Milwaukee’s favorite Buck. Is it true? Sweet Cal B breaks it all down for context. We’ve reached the time for Audio Sorbet and Jane shares a story about her new connection with a stranger and why it’s important to not only find joy, but share it. And its time to bring it all to a close with This Shouldn’t Be A Thing – Rocky Raccoon’s Rocky Night Edition.

As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn’t do this without you! Don’t forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!