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Wisconsin in Focus

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The podcast bringing you the most important stories out of Wisconsin from TheCenterSquare.com. Join us as we dive into the top headlines and provide insightful commentary and analysis.
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Episodes

Episode 42: Republicans bash Elections Commission request for internal inspector

Join The Center Square's Executive Editor Dan McCaleb & Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: Republicans bash Elections Commission request for internal inspector, Judge orders new rules for Wisconsin disabled voters’ absentee ballots, Green Bay latest Wisconsin city to agree to end ballot drop box use. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Sep 02, 202227 minEp. 41

Episode 41: Gov. Evers pitches $600 million tax cut, price cut plan ahead of November election

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: Republicans mark two-year anniversary of Jacob Blake shooting, Kenosha riots. Gov. Evers pitches $600 million tax cut, price cut plan ahead of November election. Expected reaction to Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan in Wisconsin. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support...

Aug 26, 202226 minEp. 40

Episode 40: Wisconsin elections chief looking for election security balance ahead of expected record turnout

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: More criticism for Gableman, his investigation. Wisconsin elections chief looking for election security balance ahead of expected record turnout. Latest Marquette Law School Poll gives Evers, Barnes leads. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Aug 19, 202222 minEp. 39

Episode 39: Michels beats Kleefisch in Republican race, sets up November showdown with Evers

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: Michels beats Kleefisch in Republican race, sets up November showdown with Evers. Michels’ win highlights new Wisconsin political map. Democrats ramp-up 2020 election investigation heat after Tuesday primaries. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Aug 12, 202225 minEp. 38

Episode 38: Wisconsin Republicans focus on taxes, crime in final governor’s debate

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: Highlighting the crime happening in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Republicans focus on taxes, crime in final governor’s debate. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Jul 29, 202222 minEp. 37

Episode 37: Gov. Evers, A-G Kaul sue companies over PFAS pollution

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: Wisconsin lawmakers appear ready to override WEC once again. Judge rejects Gableman’s request for new judge. Wisconsin lawmakers: Rule of law, not Elections Commission guides absentee ballot rules. Wisconsin wolf hunt in limbo. Gov. Evers, A-G Kaul sue companies over PFAS pollution. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support...

Jul 22, 202225 minEp. 36

Episode 36: WEC administrator says the voter is the one required to mail their ballot

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: WEC administrator: The voter is the one required to mail their ballot. Gov. Evers: Republicans will investigate 2020 election until 'they’re six feet under'. Assembly elections chairwoman worries about different election rules after drop box ruling. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support...

Jul 16, 202224 minEp. 35

Episode 35: Kevin Nicholson drops out of Gov.’s race, says 'no path' to victory

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: Kevin Nicholson drops out of Gov.’s race, says 'no path' to victory, Kleefisch questions Michels on gas tax, Michels responds with jab, & State representative has questions about Wisconsin voter roll postcards, Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Jul 08, 202229 minEp. 34

Episode 34: Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce focus on energy worries

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce focus on energy worries. Governor, A-G sue to prevent Wisconsin’s abortion law from taking effect. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Jul 01, 202227 minEp. 33

Episode 33: WE Energies & Alliant Energy reverse green course, will keep coal plants open

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: WE Energies, Alliant Energy reverse green course, will keep coal plants open. Marquette Law School Poll: Michels leads GOP race, Evers leads in head-to-head match-ups. Wisconsin lawmakers spend less than 60 seconds in abortion special session. Judge weighing options after Gableman admits to tossing some election investigation records. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...

Jun 24, 202227 minEp. 32

Episode 31: Governor Evers brags about school rankings from the Walker era

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as they discuss: Gov. Evers brags about school rankings from the Walker era. LGBTQ group urges Wisconsin schools to continue misgendering investigation. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Jun 10, 202226 minEp. 30

Episode 30: Dane County Judge says Zuckerbucks not specifically banned under Wisconsin law

Join The Center Square's Wisconsin Reporter Ben Yount as he discusses: Dane County Judge: Zuckerbucks not specifically banned under Wisconsin law. Kiel Schools close misgendering investigation. Kleefisch, Evers launch new ads in Wisconsin governor’s race. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Jun 03, 202223 minEp. 29

Episode 29: Milwaukee school counselor under state investigation for opposition to transgender ideology

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Report Ben Yount as they discuss: Milwaukee school counselor under state investigation for opposition to transgender ideology. Rep. Brandtjen: Milwaukee’s election boss needs to stop 'getting out the vote'. Democratic groups wants Milwaukee to reject RNC 2024 bid. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support...

May 27, 202228 minEp. 28

Episode 28: Dane County judge questions Zuckerbucks lawsuit

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Report Ben Yount as they discuss: WILL defending middle schoolers accused of ‘misgendering’ in Kiel schools. Republican candidates promise tough-on-crime approach after Deer District shootings. Dane County judge questions Zuckerbucks lawsuit. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

May 20, 202225 minEp. 27

Episode 27: Wisconsin Family Action promises it won't 'back down' after Madison arson

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Report Ben Yount as they discuss: Wisconsin Family Action promises it won't 'back down' after Madison arson. More Wisconsin Republican congressmen want federal investigation into Madison firebombing. Wisconsin’s 2020 election investigation paused. Democratic governor’s group pledges $75 million to reelect seven governors. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support...

May 13, 202227 minEp. 26

Episode 26: No state enforcement if abortion becomes illegal in Wisconsin

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Report Ben Yount as they discuss: No state enforcement if abortion becomes illegal in Wisconsin. Wisconsin leaders, candidates react to Roe reversal report. Tim Michels admits to ‘part time’ Wisconsin residency. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

May 06, 202228 minEp. 25

Episode 25: Marquette Law School poll shows voters have more trust in 2022 election

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Bruce Walker and Wisconsin Report Ben Yount as they discuss: Marquette Law School Poll: Voters have more trust in 2022 election. The latest Marquette Law School Poll shows 76% of Republicans and 96% of Democrats said they trusted the results of the April election. Just 67% of independent voters said the same thing. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support...

Apr 29, 202221 minEp. 24

Episode 24: Wisconsin state superintendent defends lessons on race, books on LGBTQ issues

Wisconsin state superintendent defends lessons on race, books on LGBTQ issues. Wisconsin senators preach patience at medical marijuana hearing. Tommy Thompson announces he is not running for governor. Hovde not running for governor, may run for Senate in 2024. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Apr 22, 202223 minEp. 23

Episode 20: Milwaukee looks to continue ballot drop boxes, Madison won’t

Milwaukee looks to continue ballot drop boxes, Madison won’t. Assembly Speaker meets with decertification supports, says 2020 election will stand. Wisconsin’s 2020 election gets high marks from MIT Index. Republican candidates rip Evers over $50 million ‘safe community’ investment. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Mar 18, 202226 minEp. 19

Episode 19: Gableman investigation extended, Trump weighs in

Gableman investigation extended, Trump weighs in. Education reform bills sail through Wisconsin Senate, face headwinds on governor’s desk. Wisconsin’s minimum mark-up law not helping with gas prices. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Mar 11, 202224 minEp. 18

Episode 18: Lawmakers, lawyer promise more investigations after Gableman report

Join The Center Square's Bruce Walker and Ben Yount as they discuss: Lawmakers, lawyer promise more investigations after Gableman report. 'Election bribery scheme' among Zuckerberg 5 included in Wisconsin investigation. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Mar 04, 202225 minEp. 17

Episode 17: Wisconsin Parents Bill of Rights faces challenges, likely veto

Wisconsin Parents Bill of Rights faces challenges, likely veto. UW-Madison Chancellor: Anti-CRT legislation hinders university’s ability to get 'best and brightest'. Fiscal report: Wisconsin’s tax burden down $22 billion since 2011. Wisconsin employers worried about rising costs. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Feb 25, 202226 minEp. 16

Episode 15: State superintendent, state rep dismiss parents' concerns in Wisconsin schools

Assembly panel to hear Parents Bill of Rights proposal. New report looks to rollback some Wisconsin’s volumes of regulations. Republicans look to stop prosecutors from dismissing illegal gun possession charges. State budget makers approve $194 million for childcare in Wisconsin. Wisconsin in Focus is a production of America's Talking Network. You can listen to all of our podcasts at www.AmericasTalking.com! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support...

Feb 11, 202225 minEp. 14

Episode 14: Wisconsin education leaders against new financial literacy requirement for high schools

Wisconsin education leaders against new financial literacy requirement for high schools. Wisconsin Republicans look at constitutional ban on Zuckerbucks. Wisconsin union membership hits all-time low in 2021. Parents flood Wisconsin private school choice enrollment, crash state website. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Feb 04, 202227 minEp. 13

Episode 13: Kevin Nicholson officially enters Republican race for Wisconsin governor

Appeals court rules ballot drop boxes allowed in February primary. Wisconsin’s finances continue to improve, new report estimates $3.8 billion surplus. Future of school choice in Wisconsin: Parents’ choice. Kevin Nicholson officially enters Republican race for Wisconsin governor. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wisconsininfocus/support

Jan 28, 202224 minEp. 12
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