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On the Tuesday PhilCast Phil talks to his political go-to guy and former co-worker Mark Reardon at KMOX Radio to talk about Paul Ryan's decision not to run for president. Mark and Phil also talk Tommy Thompson and the Brewers vs. Cardinals. Tosa's Matthew Busche gets some major international attention at a big bike race in Spain today. And another PC question is posed...newspapers...do you still like reading them? [email protected] or 1-888-414-PHIL to leave your comment for the discussion later this week.

Yes, it's true. A PhilCast listener tells the story of how a brownie went into the sauce live from the grand opening of Emerald City's Creative Catering in South Milwaukee, part of Phil's weekend report today. He's also got a report from the Pewaukee boat show on Saturday and an in-studio interview with the show's newest advertiser, Steve Shearer of Interior Elements. Listeners were busy over the weekend as well, as you'll hear in the "Howz Yer Weekend?" segment today.

Phil was at the scene of the fatal fire in Tosa last night and picked up some new information. He also talks today about knowing the man that appears to have been the victim. After some discussion about what might have happened there Phil moves on to the PhilCast Family opinions on the best old-time wiener song on TV commercials. "Wiener Wars; Day Three" concludes with the final vote and lots of fun memories.

Phil is the last guy to have worked with the late Larry the Legend Johnson on the radio, and today Phil posts a tribute to Larry.

We're live on the scene of breaking news in Tosa at this hour..

On the Wednesday PhilCast Phil plays two classic TV commercials for hot dogs and then asks listeners to vote on which jingle was the best. Then as long as he in in a voting mood, Phil poses the question; Miracle Whip or mayo? In the "What's The Buzz" feature Phil visits his barber to find out how Elm Grove businesses are surviving the great road project of the summer of 2011.

On the Tuesday PhilCast Phil takes sides in what is being called "Wiener Wars" in Wisconsin. Final numbers are in at the Wisconsin State Fair and they look good. Phil is amused by the latest thing on the water...couch surfing. And Emerald City's Creative Catering owner Steve Ozbolt joins Phil live to talk about the grand opening party this Saturday in South Milwaukee.

On the Monday PhilCast Phil gets going early as his blood pressure is up after hearing what the West Allis police chief wants to do with the Wisconsin State Fair. What do YOU think? 888-414-PHIL to comment. Then, do you know what 'swatting' is? Hint: 'Do you have Prince Albert in a can?' Hey, the Packers have a guy named Shakey on the team! And hear about Phil's weekend before listeners chime in during "Howz Yer Weekend?"

Phil has some thoughts on TV newscasts including Skype interviews. Channel 12's Brendan Conway and Fox 6's Ted Perry are part of today's discussion on the topic. Bill of Fair interviews the official Wisconsin State Fair historian on the show today. PhilCast Phorecaster Craig Koplien says lots of rain Saturday, so the Tour de PhilCast II bike ride has been postponed to a later date.

On the Thursday PhilCast Phil gets a live report from Bill of Fair that includes an interview with the Fairest of the Fair. Listener Steve the Mailman hasn't been to the fair in 30 years...until now. He met Ron Dayne and has a report today.

Hollywood news next with Lips LaBelle in the studio.