To begin this hour, we go to the Maggie Daun Show for her interview with historian and author Heather Cox Richardson to have a conversation about how we got to where we are today as a nation, the history of the founding of our country, and the issue of defending democracy. This is the first portion of a two part interview.

Then, the Todd Allbaugh Show has been covering the closure of 2-year UW campuses since the beginning of the debacle, and today, Ken Brosky joined the show to talk about it. He directed a documentary on it called CLOSURE, and there are some great moments in the discussion.

Following that, Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is pleased to welcome legendary actress Charo to the show. Charo shares how excited she is to perform in Baraboo, Wisconsin and to try cheese curds. Charo shares where Cuchi-Cuchi came from and her times on The Love Boat.

To close out the week, the John and Gordy Show talk the Big Story on Thursday: That Wausau Mayor Doug Diny illegally removed the city’s ballot drop box, and posed for a photo while doing so.

To learn more about these shows 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 network on Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with Civic Media!

Kicking off this weekend's edition of Spotlight,  Jane, Greg and Calvin welcome Dr. Mara Karlin is a Former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy, Plans, and Capabilities, Department of Defense and represents National Security Action. Dr. Karlin joins the show to talk about the harm of Project 2025, the importance of NATO and why having qualified people in positions of civil service keeps this country moving forward.

Then, Donald Trump wants to bring back tariffs, but we’ve already gone down this road with him and it cost Wisconsin farmers dearly so Pat Krietlow shares his thoughts on UpNorthNews Radio. Plus, Trump wants to wield those tariffs individually, like a dictator, because he’d get to bully specific industries while dumping income taxes for the very wealthy.

After that, Bill Carroll- President of Wisconsin Teamsters Joint Council 39- joins the Dom Salvia Show. Wisconsin Local 39 of the Teamsters chose to endorse Kamala Harris. This, despite the national Teamsters organization refusing to give either major party candidate their endorsement. So why did the national Teamsters abstain from endorsing and why are Wisco Teamsters charting their own course? Tune in to find out.

Last for this hour, the Earl Ingram Show talks about a Republican plan to cut SNAP benefits and the hold up of the farm bill, Earl decides that he can no longer call conservatives "the right" when they are so clearly in the wrong.

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From Tuesday's show: Rebuilding Democracy: Fusion Voting with Dave Palmer

While Todd flies out to California, Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project steps in to guest host! He welcomes Dave Palmer of the Center for Ballot Freedom to talk about the future of the Republican party. On Friday, Liz Cheney spoke at Idea Fest in Madison about starting a new party for conservatives. Currently, America only has room for two major political parties, but what if we could have more choice? Fusion voting is one way to accomplish that goal, and Dave Palmer is an expert. He walks us through the ways in which it differs from ranked choice voting and the impact it could have on America’s political landscape.

From Wednesday's show: Keeping Tabs On Wisconsin Elections with Dan Shafer

Dan Shafer joins us to talk politics! As Civic Media’s Political Editor and founder of The Recombobulation Area, he always has his ear to the ground in Wisconsin. His newest article, New Board, New Game, covers how our new maps are influencing our state’s elections coming up in November. You can use Dan Shafer’s Voter Guides to track every single race in Wisconsin. He and Todd talk through the most important candidates and races to watch this election season. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. 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, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

At the bottom of the hour, our friend Peter Rapine, Managing Editor of eBaum’s World, joins us for another week in review! Here’s a fun fact: did you know that Peter Rapine is the one and only Peter Rapine in the entire world?*

Here are this week’s stories:

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Wrapping up our LA tour, Todd broadcasts from just outside of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, where the Badgers will take on USC this Saturday! You can listen on the radio or via the Civic Media app on the following stations: 

Pregame coverage starts at 12:30 pm, and kickoff is at 2:30 pm. 

Speaking of the Badgers v USC game, Todd is joined by Marina Foté, Senior Manager of Publicity and Assistant to the General Manager at the Memorial Coliseum. She walks us through the history of the building, also sharing the excitement of USC joining the Big 10 and hosting the Olympics! 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. 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, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

In today’s second hour, Todd continues his discussion with Kelly Kahl on what it’s like to work in TV and to make movies. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. 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, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

Todd joins us live from Hermosa Beach, just outside of the Underground Pub sports bar, partly owned by friend of the show Kelly Kahl! A Wisconsin native, Kelly served in key roles at CBS entertainment. He was part of the team that greenlit Survivor. Most recently, he was one of the producers for Just A Bit Outside: The Story of the 1982 Milwaukee Brewers, which is still in theaters around the state this weekend! Head to justabitoutsidethemovie.com to find out where you can watch it. Many theaters are only showing it until October 3rd, so don’t delay! 

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work in TV or how to make an independent film in 2024, tune in to hear from an expert! Follow Kelly Kahl on Twitter/X @calibadger to keep up with his projects. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. 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, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

After some talk about what it’s like to visit California, Dan Shafer joins us to talk politics! As Civic Media’s Political Editor and founder of The Recombobulation Area, he always has his ear to the ground in Wisconsin. His newest article, New Board, New Game, covers how our new maps are influencing our state’s elections coming up in November. You can use Dan Shafer’s Voter Guides to track every single race in Wisconsin. He and Todd talk through the most important candidates and races to watch this election season.

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. 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, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!

This Hump Day, Todd has made his way out to Los Angeles, California! On Friday, the Badgers will be playing USC for their first road trip game with the newly expanded Big 10. For now, Todd is visiting some friends, including our normal Wednesday guest, Pat Kreitlow of UpNorthNews Radio! Todd and Pat talk about President Biden’s address yesterday where he reiterated the importance of putting country over self. 

At the bottom of the hour, we are joined by author, educator, and most recently, writer/director/producer of Closure. Closure is a brand-new documentary on the slow disappearance of two-year UW campuses. If you want to see this film, it will be screened next week in Richland Center! Just show up at Center Cinema at 7 pm on Wednesday, October 2nd. Keep an eye out at delavanfilms.com for future showings!

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At the top of today’s second hour, Trygve welcomes Dave Palmer of the Center for Ballot Freedom to talk about the future of the Republican party. On Friday, Liz Cheney spoke at Idea Fest in Madison about starting a new party for conservatives. Currently, America only has room for two major political parties, but what if we could have more choice? Fusion voting is one way to accomplish that goal, and Dave Palmer is an expert. He walks us through the ways in which it differs from ranked choice voting and the impact it could have on America’s political landscape. 

At the bottom of the hour, Trygve Olson circles back to Donald Trump’s frantic and nonsensical rhetoric. From claiming abortion “isn’t relevant” to imposing a 200% tariff on John Deere, Trump is truly off his rocker. Trygve walks us through what Trump’s political operatives are likely thinking, and why it doesn’t sell with the majority of Americans. 

The Todd Allbaugh Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 12 - 2 pm across Wisconsin. 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, X and YouTube to keep up with Todd and the show!