Rational Revolution

Carlton Huffman joins Mark Becker for more discussion about the Donald Trump effect in politics. The show begins with a moment of gratitude from Mark. Carlton begins the conversation by saying he’s grateful for NOT having 34 counts against him.

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Former Rational Revolution host and Democratic Candidate for Wisconsin Senate District 18 Kris Alfheim joins Mark Becker for this week’s show. The two discuss what it will take to get state politics back to rational conversations and decisions based on what is best of the residents of the state.

Kris Alfheim – Democratic Candidate for Wisconsin Senate District 18

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Mark’s guest this week is Houa Utech. She is a Narcissistic Abuse Specialist and Trauma Recovery Coach, Educator and Author. They both share personal stories of the abusive relationships they have been in. Her book, “The Unseen Wounds of Women”, is a collection of stories from real women who stopped people pleasing, tamed their shame and unlocked their “invisible cage”. You can find her book HERE.

Mark Becker’s guest this week is veteran Milwaukee journalist Dan Shafer from The Recombobulation Area. Dan shares a bit about his family and how he eventually started The Recombobulation Area. He decided in 2022 to go full time with his weekly opinion column and online publication covering news and politics in Milwaukee and Wisconsin. The publication is independent and is funded by readers who subscribe.

Rational Revolution with Mark Becker is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Saturdays at 2 across the network. . Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Rational Revolution with Mark Becker.

To begin this hour, on Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba, Pete talks about World Cocktail Day. Pete shares his favorite names for cocktails around the globe and talks about flannel sheets.

Then on the John & Gordy Show, John and Gordy welcome their old friend Chris Kammer, the Rock ‘n Roll dentist, to talk about his music with Madison legend Art Paul Schlosser, and what's new in the world of dentistry.

After that, the Earl Ingram Show is joined by Mary Sanderson, to talk about the Money for May Day rally happening this Saturday in Chicago. The rally seeks to unite all voices for social and economic justice. Earl and Mary talk about the monetary policy of the United States throughout history and the negative effects our banking system has on us all.

And to wrap up the week, it’s pollination season! Maino & the Mayor continue their conversation about bees swarming this time of year and what to do if you see them.

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Kicking off the hour, Matenaer On Air welcomes Andrew Gurman, former President of the American Medical Association to talk about the letter he and 48 other experts signed on to regarding the impact a second Trump administration would have on health care and health care access.

Then on Up North News Radio, Pat calls attention to the last gasps of a gerrymandered majority as state Senate Republicans stage a veto override attempt rather than release funds to clean up contaminated drinking water across Wisconsin.

After that on the Todd Allbaugh Show, Todd pushes past the "sexy" news to talk facts. The fact is, Trump has stolen hundreds of millions of dollars from taxpayers, while Biden has made a real impact in Wisconsin and the nation with the bipartisan infrastructure law.

Finally, the doctors on Busted Pencils have a conversation with Aaron Makelky on the pros and cons of using AI in the classroom. Is it a powerful tool that we should be teaching students to harness for good? Or is it a dangerous cesspool for nothing better than cheating?

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Mark Becker is joined by writer and journalist Natalie Eilbert who most recently worked with the Green Bay Press Gazette. Originally from New York, she has come to love Wisconsin, and her journalism work will now take her to Milwaukee. She is currently focusing her reporting on mental health in the state. She says that we seem to be doing better than other states, but more could still be done. Her recent work is called “Kids In Crisis” and discusses the differences in the needs for children and teens.

Kicking off this hour, Matenaer On Air is joined by Dr. Karin Tamerius, a political psychiatrist, and the founder of Smart Politics which is a nonprofit that teaches progressives how to communicate more productively and persuasively with people who disagree with them, including conservatives. They talk about the work necessary to have those discussions and what it takes from those trying to do the convincing.

Then, on Up North News Radio with Pat Kreitlow, Pat dives into Microsoft’s president commenting on bringing thousands of jobs to Racine. Pat then calls out House Speaker Mike Johnson for playing the fear card about election integrity and exposes Rep. Tom Tiffany for playing politics with the US census.

After that, the John & Gordy Show is joined by Associate Editor of the Cap Times John Nichols to comment on the encampment at UW Madison, and shares how protest relates to the Wisconsin Idea.

Last but not least, Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is joined by stand-up comedian Rocky LaPorte. Rocky talks about his start in stand-up comedy, shows Rocky has coming up in Wisconsin, and Rocky's favorite places to perform.

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Kicking off the hour, Maino & the Mayor is proud to welcome back Jake VandenPlas from the Door County Farm for Veterans. He not only speaks about some of the programs that they have going on at the farm, but also his story in the military. Besides talking about the programs, he also talks about sustainable farming, in general, and many of the programs that the farm gives back to every year.

Then, the Maggie Daun Show opens with some lighthearted reflections on baseball after 2 great games played by the Brewers at home and away. She's gonna cover the news of the day too, we HAVE to - but baseball first.

After that, the Earl Ingram Show is joined in the studio by Reverend Greg Lewis, executive director of Souls to the Polls Wisconsin, to discuss the barriers preventing people from voting and the importance of making sure everyone feels empowered to do so.

Finally, the Todd Allbaugh Show gets a surprise call from Jane Matenaer, host of Matenaer On Air to discuss political fundraising and Snoop Dogg!

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Mark Becker is joined by the 42nd Mayor of Green Bay, Eric Genrich. Eric shares how he got his start in politics, the election during Covid, and Eric talks about the 2025 NFL draft in Green Bay. Eric shares what plans are set in order to have a great draft in Wisconsin.

Rational Revolution with Mark Becker is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Saturdays at 2 across the network. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Rational Revolution with Mark Becker.