No News, Only Christmas

It’s Christmas Eve on Point Taken — and for once, there’s no news. Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey open the phones and text line to hear listeners’ Christmas wishes, favorite gifts, and most disappointing surprises. Kristin shares the best gift she’s ever received, Steve vents about the missing eggnog latte at Milwaukee Starbucks, and the two sprinkle in a little Pay It Forward encouragement for holiday drivers. The heart of the show comes with holiday storytelling, as Kristin reads her “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” piece from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, followed by Steve’s version from 2017. They reflect on traditions, buying gifts for yourself (and mom), grandchildren, and what they hope to do better in 2026.