Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

A school board oversteps, Beagles arrive in Waukesha, a bipartisan deal collapses and more...

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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey react to the collapse of a bipartisan Wisconsin deal that would have delivered property tax relief, education funding, and no tax on tips, breaking down the political fallout and frustration from both sides. They also examine broader concerns around education as test scores continue to fall nationwide.

In City Stories, Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene joins to discuss Milwaukee’s ongoing debates over leaf collection, Water Street safety, neighborhood investment, and redevelopment projects across the city. The show also reflects on the legacy of Dr. William Finlayson and new developments in a federal election investigation.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey react to comments from President Trump prioritizing foreign policy over domestic economic concerns, asking listeners whether it’s shifting their support amid rising financial pressure. They also examine messaging challenges facing both political parties and what voters are looking for ahead of the midterms.

Later, Dr. Will Flanders joins to discuss a new documentary on why teachers are leaving public schools, followed by conversations on school board controversies, healthcare politics, and a rare bipartisan deal in Wisconsin on tax relief and education funding.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down a rare bipartisan agreement in Wisconsin on property tax relief and education funding, and the political fallout as some Democratic candidates push back. They also discuss messaging challenges within the party and what the deal signals about governing.

Later, the conversation turns to declining birth rates and the idea of being “underbabied,” with insight from Motherhood for Good’s Kate Duffy. The show also highlights the impact of domestic violence with Carmen Pitre of the Sojourner Family Peace Center and ways the community can get involved.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by WISN political director Matt Smith to break down Wisconsin’s crowded 2026 governor’s race, including new comments from candidates David Crowley, Missy Hughes, and Kirk Bangstad, along with growing controversy around campaign messaging.

Later, Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano joins for a Monday Market Preview on the economic impact of the Iran ceasefire and broader market trends. The show also touches on political optics, rising costs, and preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in the U.S.

It’s the Political Power Hour as Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by Joe Zepecki and Bill McCoshen to debate the ongoing conflict with Iran, party fundraising struggles, and what early signs say about the 2026 elections.

The panel also examines the impact of recent Supreme Court decisions on redistricting, internal party challenges in both Wisconsin and nationally, and controversy surrounding a proposed taxpayer-funded White House ballroom. The show wraps with election integrity discussions, Grab Bags, and the Week-In-Review.

An airline goes under, a TV legend dies, Brewers stars return and more.

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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss rising political divisions and whether they’re increasingly driving wedges between friends and families, inviting listeners to share their experiences. They also examine surveillance concerns in Appleton following controversy over Flock cameras.

In City Stories, Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene joins to cover ongoing infrastructure challenges, retail closures tied to theft, and major development updates across Milwaukee. The show also touches on international policy, local governance, and the real-world impact of political and economic shifts.

Do political beliefs influence parenting — or is it all about style?

Steve and Kristin react to a study suggesting conservatives may raise “better” kids, and dig into what actually matters when it comes to parenting: discipline, expectations, and consistency.

Plus, a fresh round of Ask Us Anything — from politics to pop culture to Milwaukee food.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss the uncertain future of the U.S. conflict with Iran, including the abrupt end of “Project Freedom” and what it signals about the path forward. They also examine the results of Indiana’s primary elections and what they could mean for the midterms and national political trends.

Later, the show dives into controversy over a proposed White House ballroom and its funding, before shifting to travel and economic impacts with Fox World Travel’s Rose Gray. The conversation also covers rising fuel costs, the collapse of Spirit Airlines, and what’s next for air and rail travel in the U.S.