Special Broadcasts

Civic Media’s special coverage begins with a session between New Yorker writer Evan Osnos and David Maraniss about Osnos’ latest book, which paints a picture of the lives of the ultrarich, the insatiable appetites and political manipulations of tech bro oligarchs, and the stark inequities in Western societies. Osnos’ previous books have focused on China, Joe Biden’s 2020 win and the rise of rage in American politics.

And in the evening’s keynote session, the Cap Times is thrilled to welcome Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Governor Walz came to national prominence in 2024 when he was Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate on the Democratic presidential ticket. Despite their loss, Walz has continued to travel nationally, speaking to large audiences. He talks with the Cap Times’ John Nichols about the Upper Midwest and politics in the second term of Donald Trump.

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To begin the evening, Idea Fest moderator David Maraniss sits down with a former editor of Politico Magazine and Washingtonian magazine, Garrett Graff. Graff is the author of a blog called Doomsday Scenario that is a powerful account of the Trump administration’s attacks on democracy. He has also written multiple nonfiction books about American history, the most recent of which is about the Manhattan Project.

Then, Maraniss is joined by Wisconsin’s 46th governor, Tony Evers. Evers recently announced that he will not seek a third term in 2026. On stage with David Maraniss, Evers will assess his two terms leading Wisconsin and talk about the state of Wisconsin politics heading into mid-term elections.

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Join Todd Allbaugh of The Todd Allbaugh Show and Dan Shafer of The Recombobulation Area for Civic Media’s coverage of the 2025 spring general election. With the help of Civic Media News reporters on location around the state, Todd and Dan provide up-to-date results and analysis of the important races that Wisconsinites vote on today.

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On Wednesday, March 12th, Pat Kreitlow of UpNorthNews hosted Protecting Justice for All: An Evening of Conversations About the Wisconsin Supreme Court Election live at the Overture Center for the Arts in Madison. Pat was joined by Civic Media Political Editor Dan Shafer and Civic Media Host Todd Allbaugh to moderate discussions about why the upcoming April 1st election matters to all Wisconsinites.

This next bench of justices will likely be asked to decide a legal challenge to school vouchers and an action that could end Act 10, along with other cases that could ultimately decide what the future holds for public education in Wisconsin.

This election will have massive implications for the Wisconsin economy. The state Supreme Court will be making decisions that impact job creation, everyday affordability, the effects of a changing climate, and justice for workers and consumers.

This will be a discussion of the ways the state Supreme Court will impact reproductive rights in Wisconsin – affecting women’ s health or even their lives, impacting decisions about starting families, and interfering in the relationship between women and their doctors.

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Listen to Civic Media’s special broadcast coverage of Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers’ 2025-27 biennial budget message, the Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee’s follow-up press conference, and election results from Wisconsin’s spring primary.

Civic Media host Todd Allbaugh anchors Civic Media’s special coverage from Madison with contributions from Dan Shafer and Jimmie Kaska. Tune in for insight from Wisconsin Democratic Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez, former state Senator Rob Cowles (R-Green Bay) and current state Senator Kelda Roys (D-Madison).

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Listen to Civic Media’s live coverage of the 2025 State of the State address and Republican response anchored by Todd Allbaugh of The Todd Allbaugh Show and Pat Kreitlow of UpNorthNews Radio. Northeast Wisconsin Bureau Chief Lisa Hale and Northwest Bureau Chief James Kelly of Civic Media News provide up-to-date information before and after the Governor’s speech. Civic Media Political Editor Dan Shafer also joins in to bring us analysis and commentary.

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Todd Allbaugh and Pat Kreitlow host Civic Media’s Election Night 2024 coverage with Political Editor Dan Shafer and special guests.

Todd Allbaugh and Pat Kreitlow host Civic Media’s Election Night 2024 coverage with Political Editor Dan Shafer and special guests.

Todd Allbaugh and Pat Kreitlow host Civic Media’s Election Night 2024 coverage with Political Editor Dan Shafer and special guests.

Todd Allbaugh and Pat Kreitlow host Civic Media’s Election Night 2024 coverage. They are joined by Political Editor Dan Shafer and special guests: