Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba and Greg Bach

Norm Kopesky, co-owner of Appleton Cigar, joins Pete and Greg to talk cigars, the culture around them, and what it’s like running a specialty business. From favorite smokes to how the cigar world has changed over the years, Norm shares stories from behind the counter and what keeps people coming back.

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Door County native and film producer Kurt Krauss joins Pete and Greg to talk about his new play, Moonlight and Magnolia, a behind-the-scenes comedy centered around the chaotic making of Gone with the Wind. Kurt shares what drew him to the story, the connection to independent filmmaking, and how the production is partnering with Third Avenue PlayWorks to help support local film efforts.

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Former U.S. Attorney Jim Santelle joins Pete and Greg to talk about the latest legal and political developments making waves across the country. They discuss recent court rulings on voting maps in states like Alabama and South Carolina, a federal judge in Wisconsin rejecting a Justice Department request for state voter information, and what these decisions could mean moving forward. Plus, Jim helps unpack how the courts continue to shape major political issues in real time.

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Producer Dom Lee brings back Binge or Cringe, where Pete and Greg give their takes on pop culture, trends, food, and random everyday things. What deserves the hype—and what absolutely does not? Things may get heated.

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Comedian Ka$h Money Karl joins Pete and Greg to talk stand-up, his podcast, and the unexpected world of competitive mini golf. From comedy stories and life behind the mic to balancing laughs with a surprisingly serious mini-golf career, Karl shares what’s been keeping him busy lately.

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Pete and Greg hit the road with National Lampoon’s Vacation for this week’s Movie Club. They revisit the classic comedy, favorite scenes, unforgettable quotes, and why the Griswold family disaster trip still somehow feels relatable decades later.

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Film critic Rob Thomas joins Pete and Greg to talk summer blockbuster season and what movies people should actually be excited about. From big-budget action flicks to surprise hits, Rob breaks down the trends, what’s overhyped, and what might end up being this summer’s must-see movie.

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WBAY morning anchor Emerson Lehmann joins Pete and Greg to chat about his Small Towns series and the stories that stand out from traveling across Wisconsin. He previews the upcoming special, talks about what makes small-town Wisconsin unique, and shares a little about his recent trip to South Korea.

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Dan Shafer from The Recombobulation Area joins Pete and Greg to talk Wisconsin politics, weird headlines, and what’s actually worth paying attention to right now. They get into what key retirements and polling could mean for Democrats, the politics around data centers, and some of the more bizarre stories making waves across the state. Plus, a quick shoutout after The Recombobulation Area picked up Gold at the Milwaukee Press Club awards for the fifth straight year.

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Music reporter Piet Levy joins Pete and Greg to break down this year’s Summerfest lineup and what music fans should be excited about. From big headliners to local acts, Piet shares his take on Milwaukee’s music scene and what makes Summerfest such a unique Wisconsin tradition.

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