General Manager of Experiences and Events at Old World Wisconsin, Maria Comiskey joins Spanning the State tells Brian and Kristin all about the Spooky Legends & Lore happening through the month of October.

Common Cause Wisconsin, Executive Director Jay Heck joins the show to talk about election conspiracies. Heck shares what Wisconsin voters should be aware of to make sure their vote is counted correctly without manipulation. He explains what challenges voters my face that will affecting how people vote between now and November 5th, what we’ve learned from the 2020 presidential election, and more.

Wisconsin Republican Party official and Wisconsin state director for Americans for Citizen Voting (ACV), Will Power joins in-studio to shed light on the GOP’s strategy to encourage communities of color to come and vote. They discuss what messaging has been resonating with this demographic, the diverse presence at this summer’s RNC and within the Republican Party, and how a similar transition of parties witnessed in the past is happening now with black voters due to our economic state.

Today on Spanning the State Kristin and Brian begin by analyzing last night's vice-Presidential Debate. They go over the key moments they witnessed, revisit their over/under outcomes, and appreciate the civility in the event. They then speak to comedian, actor, Emmy and Peabody award winner Paul Mecurio about his upcoming "Permission to Speak Tour." They Spin the State and learn about an interesting Sasquatch in South Milwaukee before reviewing a report by Forward Analytics about the impending elder care crisis that will impact multiple industries. Later they discuss youth crime in Milwaukee as a report claims it has decrease and the why Gen Z is not drinking as much as they used to, (but that doesn't involve Tequila).

Today on Spinning the State:

South Milwaukee - Lions, tigers, and Carved Sasquatch?

Madison - Madison Pedestrian Mall to close.

Elkhorn - The best haunts can be found on Elkhorn road.

Kevin Dospoy, Deputy Director for Forward Analytics joins Spanning the State to talk about their new report “On the Brink Probing the coming Senior Care Challenges.” As seen in the report, 25% of our state’s population will be over 75 during 2030 to 2040. That statistic will put a strain on the already fragile and burnout nursing homes, dwindling hospital staff and questionable economy. Dospoy breaks this down and what else we should expect.

Emmy and Peabody Award-winning comedian & actor Paul Mecurio, joins Spanning the State to talk about his current tour “Permission to Speak”. Mercurio shares some jokes, explains his interactive comedic crowd work that he specializes, and his connection to Wisconsin.

Today on Spanning the State Kristin and Brian gear up for the Brewers and their first playoff game of the season/postseason run. They speak to both Wisconsin’s Morning New Host Vince Vitrano and Dom. They get a brief overview of one of the best places to witness Wisconsin’s fall foliage with Andy Larsen, before sharing their over/under bets for tonight’s Vice-Presidential debate. Later they spin the state then speak to Wauwatosa Mayor Dennis McBride and his work with the Tosa Common Council to address the national issue of Affordable housing. Later they speak to Jason Stein to gain a better understanding of the expansion of Medicaid in Wisconsin, how it will help WI residents and why it hasn’t happened yet.

Today on Spinning the State:

Oshkosh - Vietnam traveling wall coming to Oshkosh.

Hayward - Hayward man sets record for paddling Wisconsin River.

Nekoosa - Giant Pumpkin Fest in Nekoosa.

Rewind to 2010 and the passing of The Affordable Care Act part of that bill allowed states to expand Medicaid to cover people up to 138% of the federal poverty line or about $35,632 for a family of three. The costs of insuring more people would be paid for primarily with federal funds and a smaller state match. Wisconsin is one of 10 states that has not expanded Medicaid under the ACA and is considered the bluest state to avoid expansion. New President of the Wisconsin Policy Forum, Jason Stein joins the show to explain a new report by the WPF listing all the ways the expansion of Medicaid in Wisconsin could help residents and why it hasn’t happened yet.