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- Chad Krueger on Safe Digging Month & Diggers Hotline (Hour 1)
Chad Krueger, Manager of Public Relations for Diggers Hotline, joins Pete and Greg to talk about Safe Digging Month in Wisconsin. He explains why calling before you dig matters, common mistakes people make, and how a simple step can prevent major damage and keep projects safe.
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Relevant links from this hour:
- Gov. Evers called April Safe Digging Month.
- News – Diggers Hotline
Guests: Chad Krueger, Mike Clemens43 min - Would You Rather with Producer Dom Lee (Hour 2)
Producer Dom Lee puts Pete and Greg to the test with a chaotic round of Would You Rather. From movie debates and snack choices to weird life scenarios and impossible decisions, there are no right answers—just instant reactions, questionable logic, and learning way too much about each other.
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0 min - Dr. Schwartz on Alcohol Awareness Month & Public Health (Hour 1)
Dr. Schwartz joins Pete and Greg to talk about Alcohol Awareness Month and why conversations around alcohol use, recovery, and prevention still matter. He shares insight on the history of the national awareness campaign, how alcohol impacts individuals and communities, and what resources are available for those seeking help or support.
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Relevant links from this hour:
- Dr. Schwartz’s profile page
- NCADD AND history (this org sponsors the, “national event of Alcohol Awareness Month).
- Alcohol Consumption in Britannica.
- The Small Bow: One of the best media resources around recovery and addiction.
Guests: Nate Schwartz0 min - Movie Club Pick: The Breakfast Club (Hour 2)
Pete and Greg dive into The Breakfast Club, breaking down why the classic still resonates today. From iconic characters to its lasting cultural impact, they revisit what makes the film so memorable—and how it holds up now.
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Relevant links from this hour:
- Molly Ringwall revisiting the breakfast club
- JOHN HUGHES’S ‘BREAKFAST CLUB’ – The New York Times
- Molly Ringwald Admits The Breakfast Club Hasn’t Aged Well
- ’80s Auteur of Teenage Angst: The John Hughes Touch – The New York Times
- Times move pretty fast! Rewatching 80s favourites in the age of #MeToo | Movies | The Guardian
43 min - Rachel Bernhard on Dining, Reviews & Food Trends (Hour 1)
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel dining critic Rachel Bernhard joins Pete and Greg to talk about the local food scene, her latest reviews, and what’s trending in restaurants right now. She shares how she approaches dining criticism, standout spots worth checking out, and what makes a restaurant truly memorable.
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Relevant links from this hour:
- Her latest articles: Rachel Bernhard | Journal Sentinel
- Application of Wisconsin Electric Power Company for Approval of its Very Large Customer and Bespoke Resources Tariffs
Guests: Dom Lee, Rachel Bernhard43 min - Martín Alvarado on National Poetry Month & Madison Library Picks (Hour 2)
Community Engagement Librarian Martín Alvarado joins Pete and Greg to celebrate National Poetry Month with a mix of powerful poetry and book recommendations. He shares selections from poets like Maya Angelou and Dylan Thomas, reflecting on how poetry connects to culture, identity, and current events. Martín also highlights novels centered around poets, including works by Roberto Bolaño and Vladimir Nabokov, offering listeners a deeper dive into the literary world.
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Relevant links from this hour:
- Refaat Alareer’s If I Must Die – poem written before the author was killed during a bombing by the IDF in Gaza.
- Maya Angelou’s Still I Rise – an affirmation of being a Black woman in America, weaving the legacy of slavery and refusal to apologize for one’s self.
- Dylan Thomas’s Do not go gentle into that good night – a powerful poem that has found it’s way into pop culture – even into Rodney Dangerfield’s performance in Back to School – shot at UW-Madison in the 1980s.
Guests: Martin Alvarado43 min - Mike Clemens on Wisconsin Sports (Hour 1)
Pete and Greg kick things off with a look at some big Wisconsin sports stories, including the passing of the composer behind the iconic “Go Pack Go” chant. They dive into the Packers draft with insight from GM Brian Gutekunst, react to major Bucks news involving Doc Rivers and what it could mean for Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future, and wrap with a check-in on the Brewers as they bounce back after a rough stretch.
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Guests: Mike Clemens44 min - Rob Thomas on Movies, Reviews & What to Watch (Hour 2)
Film critic Rob Thomas joins Pete and Greg in studio to talk about the latest in movies. From big releases to indie gems, he shares what’s worth watching, where the industry is heading, and how he approaches reviewing films.
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Relevant links from this hour:
https://substack.com/@robthomas1
https://madison.citycast.fm
Guests: Rob Thomas44 min - Tim Sauers on the Overture Center (Hour 1)
Tim Sauers, Co-CEO and Chief Artistic Experiences Officer at the Overture Center, joins Pete and Greg in studio to talk about everything happening this spring. From free community programs like Kids in the Rotunda to major performances, Broadway shows, and uniquely Wisconsin pre-show experiences, he breaks down what makes Overture a hub for arts and culture in Madison.
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Relevant links from this hour:
Upcoming Overture Events: April 2026
Education & Community Engagement Programs (free and low-cost)
- Kids in the Rotunda – FREE
- Lullaby Project, Saturday April 25, 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m.
Overture Presents
- Cabaret – Patti Murin: Once Upon a Stage, Thursday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m.
- Up Close – Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner, Friday, April 24 at 8 p.m.
- Take 6, Saturday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Resident Companies
- Forward Theater: Lady Disdain, Thursday, April 9 – Sunday, April 26
- Madison Opera: Così fan tutte, Friday, April 24 & Sunday, April 26
Local Arts
- Madison Classical Guitar Society presents Leonela Alejandro, Tuesday, April 28 at 7:30 p.m.
May 2026
Education & Community Engagement Programs (free and low-cost)
- Slow Art: Making Responsive Artist Books, Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Join us for a Slow Art experience beginning with a guided meditation in Wisconsin Studio, followed by a contemplative viewing of works by Gallery I artists Katherine Steichen Rosing and Sandra Schoen. The event concludes with a hands-on book-making workshop and reflection exercise led by the artists.
Broadway at Overture
- Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Tuesday, May 12 – Sunday, May 17
- Pre-show experience: Enchanted Parlor, Tuesday, May 12 – Sunday, May 17, 90 minutes before each performance
- Enjoy sparkling conversation and fairy-tale charm that brings whimsical storybook magic to life. Savor dainty finger sandwiches, decadent petit fours and elegant cakes, served with a refreshing punch fit for royalty. Capture the magic of the moment with a themed photo opportunity and take home a party favor.
Overture Presents
- Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour, Friday, May 8 – Saturday, May 9
- Pre-show experience: Wisco Social, Friday, May 8 – Saturday, May 9, 90 minutes before each performance
- Come hang in the “basement”—Wisconsin style. Kick off your night with a pre-show party that feels like your buddy’s legendary basement bar. Grab a brewski or a brandy Old Fashioned, then snap a photo in our ice shanty (because, of course), and enjoy the most Wisconsin pre-show you’ve had all season.
- Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0, Saturday, May 30, 1 p.m. & 5 p.m.
Resident Companies
- Madison Symphony Orchestra: Voices Eternal, Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 3
- Children’s Theater of Madison: Disney’s Newsies The Musical, Saturday, May 2 – Sunday, May 17, MYArts Starlight Theater
- Madison Ballet: Innovation II, Friday, May 8 – Sunday, May 10
- Kanopy Dance: The Next Generation of Dance, Saturday, May 16, 2 p.m. & 5 p.m.
Local Arts
- The MadHatters A Cappella Spring Show, Saturday, May 1, 7pm
- Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts & Letters: Joy Harjo: Inhabiting Home on Earth, Thursday, May 21 at 7 p.m.
- Line Breaks Showcase, Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11, 7-9 p.m.
44 min - Dr. Kristen Lyerly on Men’s Health & Getting Checkups (Hour 2)
Dr. Kristen Lyerly joins Pete and Greg to talk about the importance of men staying on top of their health. She breaks down why regular checkups matter, what often gets overlooked, and how small steps can make a big difference long-term.
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Relevant links from this hour:
- 2 Wisconsin health systems launching cancer treatment programs new to the state
Guests: Kristin Lyerly44 min
About Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba and Greg Bach
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From Washington to Hollywood and right back to Wisconsin, it’s Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba and Greg Bach— connecting the dots on the stories shaping our world. With smart takes, sharp humor, and…
plenty of personality, it’s news and culture without the noise.