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Some Assembly Required is a podcast by the Wisconsin Assembly Democrats, discussing what's happening in the State Capitol and all things Wisconsin. We highlight policy the Assembly Democrats are worki... more
FAQs about Some Assembly Required:How many episodes does Some Assembly Required have?The podcast currently has 31 episodes available.
April 16, 2020DWD Secretary Caleb FrostmanWisconsinites have never been afraid to roll up our sleeves, put in the hours, and get the job done. And, our state has a tradition of developing our workforce and honoring those who live and work here .Department of Workforce Development Secretary Caleb Frostman joins us to discuss his first year on the job and some of the priorities important to our state’s workforce....more26minPlay
March 06, 2020Women's History Month (Feat. Rep. Lisa Subeck)March is Women’s History Month— and a great opportunity to honor the trailblazers in our communities and their contributions in politics, science, education, social movements, and much more. Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) joins us to kick off Women’s History Month and discuss the importance of reproductive justice in policy making....more35minPlay
January 31, 2020Rep. Goyke Runs a Marathon (Feat. Rep. Evan Goyke)Last week Wisconsin Department of Corrections Secretary Kevin Carr joined us to discuss the goals of the agency and the ways Wisconsin can move the needle forward to address our rising adult prison population. Today, Rep. Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) sits with Rep. Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) for the second part of our criminal justice and corrections reform special....more27minPlay
January 24, 2020DOC Secretary Kevin CarrBy 2021, Wisconsin’s adult prison population is expected to reach 25,000 inmates, and our state faces the reality of either building new prisons to accommodate the growing population or, reforming the system. Rep. Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) sits down with Wisconsin Department of Corrections Secretary Kevin Carr to discuss the ways Wisconsin can move the needle forward to address our rising adult prison population....more31minPlay
January 10, 2020WDVA Secretary Mary KolarIn 1945, the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs was created to consolidate separate veterans programs under one agency. Today, Assistant Minority Leader, Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton), sits down with WDVA Secretary, Mary Kolar to discuss her first year as Secretary, and some of the priorities that are important to Wiscosin veterans....more29minPlay
December 13, 2019Policy is a Puzzle (Feat. Rep. Jimmy Anderson)Over the past two decades, the cost of prescription drugs has skyrocketed – putting a financial strain on millions of seniors and families who depend on medication to stay healthy. Today on December 12th, we have with us Rep. Jimmy Anderson (D-Fitchburg) to talk about the role legislators play when it comes to helping people afford the medications they need....more36minPlay
December 06, 2019RBV (Feat. Rep. Robyn Vining)We hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving holiday! We're back with Rep. Robyn Vining to talk about the importance of small businesses in Wisconsin, the role state legislators play in supporting local economies, and her legislative projects....more28minPlay
November 14, 2019Assembly Democrats, 90210 (Feat. Rep. Dianne Hesselbein)Assistant Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) joins us to talk about her work on veterans issues, and the ways we can move the needle forward to support the men and women who’ve worked tirelessly to preserve our liberty and freedom as a nation....more29minPlay
November 07, 2019The Will of the People is the Law of the Land (Feat. Governor Evers)On November 6th, 2018, the people of Wisconsin ushered in a new era of divided government. Today, we have the privilege of hosting Governor Tony Evers, to discuss his first 10 months in office, and the issues most important to the people of Wisconsin....more28minPlay
October 17, 2019Forward Together (Feat. Sen. Jennifer Shilling)Last week, Legislative Democrats held simultaneous events across the state, to roll out our fall legislative priorities. Today, Senator Jennifer Shilling joins us to discuss the challenges facing Wisconsin families, workers, and communities....more26minPlay
FAQs about Some Assembly Required:How many episodes does Some Assembly Required have?The podcast currently has 31 episodes available.