Best WisPolitics.com Podcasts (2025)

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' debate Wisconsin Supreme Court decisions curtailing legislative oversight 8:11

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss recent Supreme Court decisions that affect how the Legislature reviews rules and how the administration spends budgeted funds.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: GOP guv candidate Tiffany declines to say if he supports six-week abortion ban 22:42

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, guv candidate and U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Minocqua, talks about his newly announced campaign and declines to say if he would support a six-week abortion ban after cosponsoring one in Congress.

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WisBiz Podcast - Robert Reed, Madison Symphony Orchestra 13:09

6d ago13:09

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The orchestra this year is celebrating its 100th anniversary season. Reed discusses the organization’s history and growth over time, from its roots as the Madison Civic Society to a full professional orchestra.By wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Milwaukee County Exec Crowley aims to be "governor for all of us" if elected to East Wing 11:42

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley talks about his campaign for governor and says he would be a governor for all, not just Milwaukee County. Crowley also touts his background as a state legislator.

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'The Insiders' weigh in on whether Wisconsin will join the mid-decade redistricting push 6:48

12d ago6:48

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take up congressional redistricting and whether Wisconsin will follow Texas, California and Missouri to create new partisan districts.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' consider the developing field in Wisconsin's race for governor 9:25

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the candidates vying for Wisconsin's open governorship in 2026.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Scott Isabella, Colectivo Coffee 12:49

20d ago12:49

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Scott Isabella, Colectivo Coffee by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Rep. Brent Jacobson says Supreme Court flip to liberal control prompted Assembly bid 13:37

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Rep. Brent Jacobson, R-Mosinee, shares what motivated him to run for office and his key priorities in the Legislature.

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Capitol Chats: Secretary of State Godlewski says her experience makes her the best candidate for lieutenant governor 11:47

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In this week's Capitol Chats, Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski touts her ability to be "part of team" in her run for lieutenant governor.

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Capitol Chats: Marquette Law School Poll's Franklin says name ID a challenge for 2026 guv candidates 17:28

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin talks about the political environment in 2026 and challenges for gubernatorial candidates seeking to succeed Gov. Tony Evers.

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Capitol Chats: Lieutenant Gov. Sara Rodriguez would increase school funding as governor 10:29

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In this week's Capitol Chats, Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez says child care funding was a win in the budget, but she would have liked more funding for schools.

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WisBiz Podcast - Laura Strong, Forward Festival 2025 9:55

2M ago9:55

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WisBiz Podcast - Laura Strong, Forward Festival 2025 by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Roger Caplinger, Seena Magowitz Foundation 12:14

2M ago12:14

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Roger Caplinger, Seena Magowitz Foundation by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: GOP governor candidate Bill Berrien says he'd focus on supporting working Wisconsinites 13:39

2M ago13:39

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, GOP governor candidate Bill Berrien, who is a Navy SEAL veteran and manufacturing business owner, says he is confident he can raise enough finances and get President Donald Trump's endorsement.

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' offer suggestions to end political violence 7:59

2M ago7:59

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at recent political violence and suggest some ways to end it.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Chris Landowski, Onego Bio 12:48

2M ago12:48

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Chris Landowski, Onego Bio by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Hesselbein says budget isn't 'perfect,' touts investments in education, child care 9:32

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Senate Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein, D-Middleton, talks about her role in state budget negotiations and pros and cons of the document.

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'The Insiders' discuss the latest Marquette Law School poll 5:52

2M ago5:52

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss takeaways from the latest Marquette University Law School poll.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Joe Hamann, UWM Connected Systems Institute 12:51

2M ago12:51

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Joe Hamann, UWM Connected Systems Institute by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Sen. Chris Kapenga 'disappointed' in the result of budget negotiations 15:37

2M ago15:37

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In this week's Capitol Chats, Sen. Chris Kapenga, R-Delafield, explained why he voted against the state budget, and his frustration with the negotiation process.

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Capitol Notes: How does the Wisconsin budget protect healthcare funding? 13:30

2M ago13:30

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As the federal government sliced health care coverage over the next decade, Wisconsin, too, passed its budget. How will it impact people with Medicaid coverage, SNAP benefits or child care needs?By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' review recent Wisconsin Supreme Court decisions 6:19

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at several recent opinions issued by the Wisconsin Supreme Court as its 2024-25 session ends.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Steve Goldberg, WEA Member Benefits Foundation 13:04

3M ago13:04

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Steve Goldberg, WEA Member Benefits Foundation by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Sen. Roys shares why she voted against the state budget 12:55

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'The Insiders' Special Edition: Chuck Chvala and the late Ted Kanavas remember less partisan times 2:55

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WisOpinion marks the Fourth of July weekend with this rebroadcast of the final Insiders segment with then-co-host former state Sen. Ted Kanavas, who passed away July 3, 2017.In the episode, the two discuss political civility and the meaning of Independence Day.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Publi…

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Capitol Notes: Can Wisconsin pull a budget together? 14:30

3M ago14:30

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Legislators in the GOP-led Joint Finance Committee are working to get a budget finalized. It then needs to go before the Assembly and Senate, and then the Democratic governor.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' weigh in on the state budget amid last-minute negotiations 6:19

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As Joint Finance begins its final push on the Wisconsin state budget with the fiscal year ending June 30, the WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss when--and if--it will cross the finish line and whether Republicans can win any Dem votes. The Joint Finance Committee was scheduled to meet June 27 for an executive session that includes more…

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Ashwin Karthikeyan, Phoenix-Aid 12:59

3M ago12:59

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Ashwin Karthikeyan, Phoenix-Aid by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Former GOP Sen. Schultz talks 'normalization of hateful rhetoric and violence' in politics 14:03

3M ago14:03

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, former Republican state Sen. Dale Schultz talks about political violence and rhetoric and possible solutions following the shootings of Minnesota lawmakers.

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'The Insiders' consider potential '26 GOP candidates for Wisconsin governor 6:57

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at potential GOP gubernatorial candidates to run in 2026 as Gov. Tony Evers considers whether to seek a third term.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Emily Pritzkow, Wisconsin Building Trades Council 11:49

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Emily Pritzkow, Wisconsin Building Trades Council by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Freshman Rep. Phelps wants the Legislature to prioritize school funding 17:16

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Rep. Christian Phelps, D-Eau Claire, says the 60% special education reimbursement Gov. Tony Evers is proposing should be a minimum, instead of the current 30% rate.

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Capitol Notes: The ABCs of school funding and tax cuts in Wisconsin 14:40

3M ago14:40

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The GOP-controlled Joint Finance Committee is putting its stamp on the state budget. Last week, it took up K-12 funding and tax cuts. Will the plans survive Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' veto pen?By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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'The Insiders' weigh in on charges against Milwaukee judge in ICE evasion case 10:34

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the FBI's arrest of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan, who is facing felony charges over accusations she helped an undocumented immigrant attempt to evade arrest by federal immigration officials. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadershi…

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Mike Pochowski, Wisconsin Assisted Living Association 10:49

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Mike Pochowski, Wisconsin Assisted Living Association by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Freshman Rep. Tucker says veteran background has made him a better state rep 11:39

4M ago11:39

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, freshman Rep. Duke Tucker, R-Grantsburg, talks about his motivations for seeking public office, his priorities in the Assembly, and how his background as a veteran has made him a better elected official.

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' take up Johnson's reconciliation fight 6:27

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take up U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson's demand for deeper cuts in the House version of the federal reconciliation bill.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Beverly Anderson, Ebenezer Child Care Centers 12:52

4M ago12:52

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Beverly Anderson, Ebenezer Child Care Centers by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: State Medicaid director says 'big beautiful bill' will cost Wisconsin 14:58

4M ago14:58

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In this week's Capitol Chats, Wisconsin Medicaid Director Bill Hanna says the reconciliation bill will cost the state $8 million in Medicaid-related costs in the first year of implementation.

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Capitol Notes: Wisconsin & the federal tax and spending bill 14:10

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The U.S. House passed a reconciliation bill in May. The U.S. Senate is taking it up. There's a lot that's unknown about what will actually pass, but this week's Capitol Notes lays out how it could impact the Dairy State.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss budget negotiations between Evers, GOP leaders 7:35

4M ago7:35

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the recent meetings between Gov. Tony Evers and GOP legislators as lawmakers craft Wisconsin's biennial budget amid looming federal cuts.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Nikki Johnston, N-Zyme Biomedical 12:20

4M ago12:20

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Nikki Johnston, N-Zyme Biomedical by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Josh Schoemann discusses his candidacy for governor 15:39

4M ago15:39

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Washington County Executive and a Republican gubernatorial candidate Josh Schoemann says "disappointed" is a mild way to describe how he feels about Gov. Tony Evers work, and he'd like to make changes if elected governor.

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'The Insiders' debate right of first refusal legislation for Wisconsin transmission line projects 9:40

4M ago9:40

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss legislation deadlocked in committee that would give utilities doing business in Wisconsin the right of first refusal for transmission line projects as utilities and transmission line companies lobby in support.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Publ…

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Dylan Vaca, the DeLong Co. 12:28

4M ago12:28

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Dylan Vaca, the DeLong Co. by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Freshman Rep. Piwowarczyk wants strict immigration enforcement in Wisconsin 11:06

4M ago11:06

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Rep. Jim Piwowarczyk, R-Hubertus, talks about a bill he co-authored that would require local sheriffs to comply with federal immigration enforcement policies, at the risk of losing state funding.

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Capitol Notes: Latest on Wisconsin's budget and more! 21:30

4M ago21:30

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Have you been thinking about how Wisconsin's going to pay for stuff, like Medicaid, given that the federal government is working to slice its budget? JR Ross of WisPolitics.com unpacks that and more on this week's Capitol Notes.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss the next steps in Wisconsin budget process 8:35

4M ago8:35

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the budget-making process in Wisconsin as legislators remake Gov. Tony Evers' budget proposal.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Michael Luckey, Jefferson County 11:53

4M ago11:53

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WisBusiness: the Podcast with Michael Luckey, Jefferson County by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

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Capitol Chats: Revenue Secretary Casey says evaluating tariffs' impact on revenue 'very difficult' 12:34

4M ago12:34

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Department of Revenue Secretary David Casey talks about the challenges of measuring tariffs' impact, the agency's budget priorities and more.