As Goes Wisconsin

In our second hour from The Fanatical Fish Studio And Gallery, owner Kelly Meredith speaks to us about her work, the work of others and why expressing yourself through art is something you can start at any age. Next, its Thursday and we welcome Civic Media's very own Brittney Merlot back for Weather and Wine to talk about the weekend's forecast. Then we are joined by the Station Manager of our WCQM state, Darla Isham to talk about everything they do for the community and Greg learns about a very Midwest joke. And to celebrate our time in Butternut, we have another This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Oh Nuts Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guests: Brittney Merlot, Kelly Meredith, Darla Isham

Look, we'll just be honest here: if you can't control the rampant and explosive population of a little critter, then maybe you should hand over the reigns to your new squirrel overlords. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

It's Day 2 of our statewide tour with Jane and Todd! Today we're coming from another of Jane's favorite cities she had never visited...until now; Butternut and we're coming to you live from The Fanatical Fish Studio And Gallery! And while we're talking about a bicker-fest between two Wisconsin Congressmen, as well as a new story on just how much Robin Vos & Co. spent on outside council, we also talk to Kelly Meredith, the owner of our broadcasting location to talk about all the great things Butternut has to offer its community and visitors. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Kelly Meredith

In our second hour, Hal Bryan is the Managing Editor for The EAA and he joins the show to discuss the history of the event and the people who travel from different countries for one week to connect over their love of flight. Then our travel mate Todd Allbaugh is our guest to talk Audio Sorbet and the question is: How do you fly? And we're on the road, but we still have This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Special Snack Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Hal Bryan

The dumping of millions of flies onto a country to combat an invasive species just seems more like a "could've" situation, than a "should've" situation, but that's science. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

It's the first day of Jane and Todd's statewide road trip with the first stop in Oshkosh at the EAA, home of Airventure and a week of events, classes and connections with people from all over the world! We kick the show off with news regarding a court order allowing those on unemployment to also access Social Security Disability Insurance. Next, food that was meant to be distributed by USAID is now being disposed of in almost an insulting matter, feeding nobody, helping no one. Then Dick Knapinski from the EAA joins the show to talk about all of the great things happening at Airventure this year, including class for the kids and information on the industry job market. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Dick Knapinski

Nathan Deming is a Wisconsin based writer/director and he returns to the show to talk about the great news regarding tax credits for filmmakers which is a result of the newly signed state budget. We're hitting the road today and for Audio Sorbet, we thought we'd ask you; what's your favorite summer road trip? And before we hit the road, we wrap it up with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Hon Hon Hon Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Nathan Deming

We applaud a man who took it upon himself to make those yoga classes work in his favor when he planned his escape from a French prison. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

The Felon President is proposing new tariffs which (of course) affect your pocketbook, but all in the name of...America? Next, an email went out regarding Social Security and guess what? It was wrong, so get the updates here. Then, Pat Kreitlow stops by to talk about the latest decision from Th Supreme Court's "Shadow Docket", as well as Pat and Greg's adventures in good sleeping health. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Pat Kreitlow

You can't get around it; when you have a radio show about politics and the important local news, you will have haters and naysayers, which is fine, but if you're going to come at us, bring the data and show your work. Next, the Milwaukee flag is back in the news, no matter how hard we want to ignore it. And because we're celebrating another lovely week, we present This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Fossil Envy Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

We here at Matenaer On Air Laboratories And Floral Solutions are very open with our jealousy over Minnesota and it doesn't stop today with their official state fossil. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

The cuts to Medicaid in The Big Bill For Billionaires are coming, not now or tomorrow, but sooner than you know. In January 2027, the full scope of these reductions will take place and we don't want to forget it, because it will have deep impacts for those on Badger Care and around the country. No matter how hard they try, they can't make the curious case of Jeffrey Epstein go away, much to the dismay of those in the administration who want to forget it. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

We hope you're having a great weekend and getting the rest you need! We have a great show with two wonderful conversations from this week. Megan Kling is wife and a mom of two girls, and she is also a woman who fell victim to Wisconsin's 19th century law on abortion and she's here to tell her story about what her family had to go through to get the healthcare, she needed and deserved. Felipe Torres Medina is a comedian and Author of America, Let Me In: A Choose Your Immigration Story and he's here to talk about being an immigrant, the process and what needs to happen to work towards a solution. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

In the second hour, Dan Shafer is hanging out and we're looking the race to the Governor's mansion in 2026 with a new name declaring his candidacy. And then Wisconsin's Senior Senator Ron Johnson isn't feeling comfy about The Big Bill For Billionaire, on which he voted "yes". For today's Audio Sorbet, we want to know: what purchases have you made after having one too many adult beverage. And we're celebrating the weekend with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Blueberry Hill Edition As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Dan Shafer

OK, this one is just for the jokes and puns, so really we want you to enjoy the wordplay spread all across this edition. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

Protesters in Congressman Derrick Van Orden's district protested in front of his office yesterday to let him know how unhappy they are with The Big Bill For Billionaires and his "yes" vote. And it looks like a very popular podcaster is unhappy with the policies of The Felon President, but unfortunately, Andrew Schultz doesn't know how elections work. Dan Shafer is Civic Media's Political Editor and founder of The Recombobulation Area and he is here to talk about the Wisconsin budget aftermath, including what still needs to be addressed like childcare. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Dan Shafer

In the second hour, we continue our discussion with Andra Watkins and we talk about the fight between the various nationalist groups, how they address national disasters and pastors being officially allowed to endorse political candidates. Then, Civic Media's award winning meteorologist Brittney Merlot is here to talk Weather and Wine, and yes, there will be rain and it will get really hot, again. The Brewers swept the World Champion LA Dodgers yesterday and we're celebrating with our favorite Brew Crew memories. And we come to a close with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Matcha Matcha Man Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guests: Brittney Merlot, Andra Watkins

Today would be the first day we all came to know there are "gatekeepers" when it comes to tea...so, thank you social media, you did it again. No notes. Good luck if you can nab that green powder and may the odds ever be in your favor. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

With the threat of a third party being formed by Elon Musk, some say this could harm the Republicans and Ron Johnson thinks that it would affect "Fiscal Conservatives", which begs the question: Where are those people? Next, Secretary of Transportation and Ruler of Roads, Sean Duffy is getting another job in the administration; head of NASA! Then, Andra Watkins is a New York Times Best Selling Author and has a Substack where she discusses and debunks the world of Christian Nationalism. She joins us to talk about "The Dignity Of Work" and what that means from the religious right. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Andra Watkins

Secretary of Labor Brooke Rollins has some great news for our farmers and our "able-bodied" workers. It's been well thought out, we promise. Next, flying is about to get so much easier and fun, because you can keep them shoes on, finally! For today's Audio Sorbet, we were just wondering; Do you pajama? And let's wrap this us with This Is Shouldn't Be A Thing - Is It Still A Rose Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

Jane is a plant fan and enthusiast and she has a piece of advice for those who fall victim of PlantTok: Do two Google searches before you try to buy something you saw on social media. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

'As the death and missing toll rises in Texas, you can give to help by giving to The Red Cross or World Central Kitchen, and we also talk about what you can do not to help, which is important. Then, we talk about Derrick Van Orden and his dedication to Wisconsin, all of a sudden. We also discuss points of the Big Bill For Billionaires and more items overlooked by the lawmakers who passed it. Megan Kling is wife and a mom of two girls, and she is also a woman who fell victim to Wisconsin's 19th century law on abortion and she's here to tell her story about what her family had to go through to get the healthcare, she needed and deserved. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Megan Kling

Felipe Torres Medina is a comedian and Author of America, Let Me In: A Choose Your Immigration Story and he's here to talk about being an immigrant, the process and what needs to happen to work towards a solution. For Audio Sorbet; we want to know what you'd make "a national day"? And to recognize such a wonderful day we have This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Urine Big Trouble Now Edition As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Felipe Torres Medina

Look, we know you could read this story and say "oh gross, those people are gross....how gross!", but we here at Matenaer On Air Laboratories And Funnel Cakery applaud the good people of Scotland for being almost TOO preventative. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

The death toll in Texas is growing because of a massive flood that has claimed the lives of at least 105 people and with search efforts switching from rescue, to recover, we look at some of the measures that lawmakers could've made, but didn't. If you would like to give, you can go to The Red Cross or World Central Kitchen. Next, it's all done folks, shut it down, The Jeffrey Epstein list is nothing to worry about, so says Attorney General Pam Bondi and the Felon President. Then, we are joined by the effervescent Todd Allbaugh to catch up with the news and today we're talking about the controversial Wisconsin State Budget, as well as the road trip we're taking next week with Todd! As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Todd Allbaugh

Guest host Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang engage with poet and activist Luis Rodriguez, exploring the climate of fear and resilience in LA amid ICE crackdowns. Rodriguez paints a vivid picture of peaceful protests overshadowed by media sensationalism, detailing community solidarity across diverse groups. He shares stories hardships that immigrant families and the systemic barriers they face. The conversation shifts to the power of intergenerational organizing and the role of arts in cultural resistance. Rothschild emphasizes the enduring impact of poetry and art in inspiring activism, underscoring the need for strategic creativity against oppressive regimes. They end the show with some bird talk as well as the That Shouldn't Be a Thing segment! As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guests: Angela Lang, Matt Rothschild, Luis Rodriguez

Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang dive into the devastating Texas floods, raising questions about government response and the impact of budget cuts on weather services. They criticize Trump and Musk for gutting federal agencies, linking it to other political failures. The podcast shifts to discuss the U.S.'s aggressive foreign policy, particularly concerning Iran, highlighting fears of escalation and regime change. The conversation touches on Christian Zionism's influence and the troubling Trump-Netanyahu alliance. Matt and Angela were joined by Zoltan Grossmann, author of Unlikely Alliances: Native Nations and White Communities Join to Defend Rural Lands, where listeners are urged to resist neo-fascism through grassroots organizing and confronting uncomfortable truths. It's a call for unity against global and local injustices. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guests: Angela Lang, Matt Rothschild, Zoltan Grossmann

Happy 4th Of July Weekend!! We hope you're having fun, staying safe, relaxing and just enjoying your time. How do we make it even more fun?! That's right; a curated best of from our show with our favorite interviews and segments from the week, enjoy! Tricia Peterson is a childcare provider, advocate and member of WECAN, she joins us to talk about the Wisconsin State Budget and why the money agreed upon for their industry isn't enough and what needs to happen next. Then we welcome Alex Bruzan from We Got This, a grassroots community program which teaches kids the value of work, financial literacy and how to be a leader. You love it, but the lobbyists hate it. Let's celebrate the start of another great week with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Hush Your Mouth Edition Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show!

Tricia Peterson is a childcare provider, advocate and member of WECAN, she joins us to talk about the Wisconsin State Budget and why the money agreed upon for their industry isn't enough and what needs to happen next. Then, we get our update on all things sports with Acme Packing Co. contributor Paul Noonan and there is a lot happening with The Bucks, as well as the Brewers! And we are wrapping this week up early with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Bull By The Horn Edition Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guests: Paul Noonan, Tricia Peterson

If there was an Ocean's Eleven for cattle crime, this would be the story on which it would be based. It's got everything: conspiracy, theft and...bull semen? And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

In the wee hours of the night, the very very early morning, Gov. Evers signed the biennium budget. With fans and detractors on both sides, we will now see how these proposals will be implemented and how they will affect Wisconsin. We also discuss the Big Bill For Billionaires, which is sitting in the House at this point, as well as a garden...a garden, of heroes. And its Thursday, so we welcome Civic Media's very own Jim Santelle to break down all of the law in the news this week including a very important decision from The Wisconsin Supreme Court, as well as one from SCOTUS regarding children learning in the classroom. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guest: Jim Santelle

In the second hour, we welcome President of The Wisconsin Farmers Union and Dairy Farmer Darin Von Ruden back to the show. Every month he joins us to talk all things farming and today it's all about the state and federal budget. What is good, what is bad and the work that still needs to be done. Then it's time to try it again; Audio Sorbet! Today's question is; what is your least favorite flavor of ice cream. Then we close down the program, as always with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Snake On A Plane Edition. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guest: Darin Von Ruden

Hey, if you're gonna travel in Australia, we feel the likelihood of finding a snake on a plane is high, because once again...Australia. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

In breaking news, The Wisconsin Supreme Court in a 4-3 decision has invalided the controversial 1849 Abortion Ban. Also, and we planned for this to be the big news, but The Big Bill For Billionaires has passed with the help of Senator Ron Johnson. Also, what would you do with $40 million? I'll bet it wouldn't be to build a "garden of heroes". Then, because we are off for the Fourth Of July, we are joined by Civic Media's Political Editor Dan Shafer to talk about the tentative state budget, a third term for Governor Tony Evers(?) and Dan's new best friend on Twitter. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show!https://www.therecombobulationarea.news/p/pass-the-torch-tony-evers-governor-2026 Guest: Dan Shafer

Dean Muller is the President of Wisconsin Environmental Justice and he joins the show to talk about how we, as a country and a state need to get our collective act together when it comes to renewables, energy alternatives and manufacturing solutions to combat climate change. State Senator Kelda Roys (D-26) calls into to give her opinions on the tentative budget and why it isn't as rosy as some are portraying. To honor the start of a new month, we give you This Shouldn't Be A Thing - You Dirty Rat Edition Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guests: Kelda Roys, Dean Muller

Look folks, sometimes we have a good time with this segment and it's all fun and games and tons of laughs, but then are things that truly shouldn't be a thing...like a $40, two hour tour to walk around NYC and look at trash and rats. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

In Breaking News, it has been announced that a tentative budget agreement has been reached and we're going over some of the details of what seems to a be a positive plan for Wisconsin. Is it perfect? No, but in this day and age, we can appreciate compromise, especially when it will benefits kids, students and families. We are then joined by Pat Kreitlow to talk more about not only the state budget, but also the federal budget, which at the time of this publishing has just passed the Senate. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guest: Pat Kreitlow

The Big Bill For Billionaires, if passed would cut a program that affects school children in Wisconsin and across the country, but don't worry, that hedge fund guy will get his 8th boat. And if you enjoy filing your taxes via the IRS website, well too bad. Then we welcome Alex Bruzan from We Got This, a grassroots community program which teaches kids the value of work, financial literacy and how to be a leader. You love it, but the lobbyists hate it. Let's celebrate the start of another great week with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Hush Your Mouth Edition Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guest: Alex Bruzan

If you're visiting Ohio and you want to ride a rollercoaster, we cannot stress this enough: keep your mouth shut, at all cost...you're welcome. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

The Big Bill For Billionaire is getting some edits to the language which includes pulling a provision for silencers, as well as the sale of public land. We also say congrats, sorta to North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis for kinda standing up for the people, as he packs up his things. Then, we welcome Civic Media's News Director Chali Pittman to discuss all the news we may have missed over the weekend. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guest: Chali Pittman

It's here folk, the weekend and what better way to kick back than take in a curated best of from our favorite moments of the week!  Lisa Schiller is from the Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin and she is here to talk about the latest scams to watch out for including passport and visa scams, as well as moving scams. For Audio Sorbet, we want to know; do you balance your checkbook? Do you know how to write a check?! Producer Calvin has some thoughts. Let's bring it to a big close with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Bear Grill Edition. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show!

In our second hour, it's time to Recombobulate the news with Civic Media's Political Editor, Dan Shafer. The Marquette Law School put out a new poll and one of the questions is a controversial topic brought up by Dan a few weeks ago. We also talk about two guys from the coasts who might wanna be Governor. Then for Audio Sorbet, we want to know: do you prefer day weddings to night weddings? And the wedding bells are ringing with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - That's A'lotta A'more Edition. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guest: Dan Shafer

Our best wishes to the happy couple, Jeff and Lauren as they make their way down the aisle. It's always great to see a small affair with close friends and family in an Italian city that they completely rented out....oh rich people. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here. We read a lot of stories here at Matenaer On Air Laboratories and Cat Food Specialists and this one is definitely going to be placed in the "Is this a joke?" pile. Next, we revisit the statement said by all who want mass deportations "If they only did it legally". Then, Nick Ramos is the Executive Director of The Wisconsin Democracy Campaign and he joins us to talk about The No Kings Rallies which took place nationwide, their plans for this summer and why you can affect change, even in a small town. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guest: Nick Ramos

In the US Senate, the GOP is realizing with every day that their budget isn't popular as it's not just the social safety net that's being threatened, but also our rural hospitals, but don't worry, they have a solution Band-Aid. We're always excited to talk weekend forecasts with our award winning meteorologist Brittney Merlot here for Weather and Wine! Then, let's talk all things sports with Acme Packing Co. writer Paul Noonan! The Brewers are on fire and The NBA Finals, are over...finally. The weekend is ALMOST here, so let's celebrate with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Bear Grill Edition. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guests: Paul Noonan, Brittney Merlot

We want to take this moment to applaud a certain group of medical workers, some real unsung heroes: The veterinary dentists who have to work on 800lb bears...we salute you. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

The Wisconsin State Supreme Court came down with two major decisions and people aren't happy including Governor Evers and those who want new Congressional maps. Next, it seems like there are some basic HR errors taking place in the Federal Government regarding now former employees of NOAA. And has he does every Thursday, Civic Media's Jim Santelle joins the show to break down the law related news in the headlines, including a major decisions coming down from The United States Supreme Court and House Democrats are proposing a new bill to crack down on ICE agents being unmasked. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guest: Jim Santelle

Secretary of Health And Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. went before the Congress (again) to talk about a new program for involving wearables (smartwatches, pedometers, etc.) and a monthly fee that will paid for by who...? He also gets checked by a Congresswoman on his firing of experts from a board. Singer and teen idol, Bobby Sherman passed away at the age of 81 and for today's Audio Sorbet, we remember him with a very simple question: who was your teen crush? And like we always do, we close out the show with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Don't Go In The Water Edition. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show!

If you swimming off the coast of Maine and you happen to see a jellyfish making its way onto the beach, we here at the show feel this goes without saying, but please don't touch it....at all. And if you spot a thing that shouldn't be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:51 a.m. for “This Shouldn't Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!!

When we say that child care in Wisconsin is in crisis, we aren't being hyperbolic and businesses are joining in the fight with a letter signed by 75 business leaders stating the need to find a solution to this huge problem. Next, Wisconsin GOP lawmakers have a great plan to bring people to the state, now...they should pay for it. Then Lisa Schiller is from the Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin and she is here to talk about the latest scams to watch out for including passport and visa scams, as well as moving scams. Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show! Guest: Lisa Schiller

Self-Made Billionaire and lover of worker, Diane Hendricks, along with her daughter are starring in a show that highlights their hometown of Beloit, but the residence aren't as happy as The House of Hendricks would like. If you live in Milwaukee County, you maybe losing a grocery store, which can have big impacts for some folks. And for Audio Sorbet, we ask the burning question: Do you rhubarb? Trust us, people have opinions. And let's end this show right with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Polly Wants A Beep Edition Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the show as a podcast so you don't miss an 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 Jane and the show!