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For the past decade, Wisconsin teachers and most other public employees have only been able to bargain with their employers over inflationary raises. That’s due to Act 10, a controversial Wisconsin law passed back in 2011, which curtailed their rights. The law has been challenged numerous times over the years, but now several unions have filed a new lawsuit seeking to toss the law as unconstitutional. Bianca Martin asks Peggy Wirtz-Olsen, president of the Wisconsin Education Association Council, what happens now. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads.

The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week. Host Bianca Martin and Madison Minutes newsletter editor Hayley Sperling discuss the latest in the Wisconsin fake electors case, after the electors settle in court and admit that Joe Biden won the 2020 election. Plus, Madison raises some of its off-street parking rates and a cadre of inflatable Santa Clauses pop up on Monroe Street lawns.Mentioned on the show:Wisconsin false electors admit their actions were used in effort to 'improperly overturn' the 2020 election [WPR]City of Madison parking rate increases [City of Madison]Why giant inflatable Santas have overtaken Monroe St [Madison Minutes]Winter parking guide [City Cast Madison]How to contest a Madison parking ticket [City Cast Madison]Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Sign up for the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

'Tis the season to be baking and cooking so maybe it’s time to crack open that cookbook you’ve been neglecting all year. If you’re looking for culinary inspiration or the perfect gift for a home chef in your life, Cap Times food editor Lindsay Christians is here with a bounty of cookbook recommendations, local and beyond. Christians joins host Bianca Martin and executive producer Molly Stentz to round up the best cookbooks for the season.👩🏾‍🍳 Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers.Cookbooks mentioned in the episode: Local favorites— “Dane County Farmers Market Cookbook” by Terese Allen— “Wisconsin Field to Fork” by Lori Fredrich— “Osteria Papavero Cookbook” by Francesco Mangano and Lindsay ChristiansA Midwestern perspective— “Company” by Amy Thielen— “Pulp” by Abra Berens— “Home is Where the Eggs Are" by Molly Yeh“My new year’s resolution is to cook more”— “Small Victories” by Julia Turshen— “The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook” by Deb Perelman— “Dinner” by Melissa Clark— “Milk Street Tuesday Nights” by Christopher Kimball— “The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook” by Ina GartenLet’s bake! — “Sweet Enough” by Alison Roman— “Dessert Person” by Claire Saffitz— “Baking with Dorie” by Dorie GreenspanWanna talk vegetarian?— “Super Natural” by Heidi Swanson— “East” by Meera Sodha— “Fast Fresh & Green” by Susie Middleton— “Love Soup” by Anna ThomasThe ones Lindsay is MOST excited about right now— “Start Here” by Sohla El-Waylly— “Signature Cocktails” by Amanda Schuster— “More is More” by Molly Baz — “Cured” by Paula Forbes and Steve McHughWanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Sign up for the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads.

If you’ve been to a Wisconsin bar, you’ve likely seen a pull-tab machine. Pop in a buck and out comes a rectangle cardboard card that may get you a cash prize of up to $250. Tea Krulos got the bizarre backstory of this unofficial — yet legal — lottery. He joins City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin to explain how Wisconsin Souvenir Milkcaps (as they're officially known) became a thing.For more on Wisconsin Souvenir Milkcaps, read Krulos' article "The Unlikely Story Behind Pull-Tabs in Wisconsin" published by Milwaukee Magazine.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads.

Mama Digdown’s Brass Band is perhaps the longest gigging band in Madison. For 30 years, the eight-piece brass band has been bringing the sound of New Orleans to Wisconsin. Ahead of their 30th birthday celebration, saxophone player Christopher 'Roc' Ohly and sousaphone player Erik Jacobson sit down with City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin to talk jazz, how the music scene has changed over the decades, and share stories from 30 years of traveling with the band.More details about the 30th birthday celebration shows at the Burr Oak: https://mamadigdown.com/Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads.

Have you noticed the ketamine clinics popping up around the city? While ketamine has been used as an anesthetic in the medical field for decades, its use as a treatment for depression, PTSD, and chronic pain has been gaining popularity in recent years. So what exactly is a trip like to one of Madison’s clinics? Host Bianca Martin is joined by Brian Czapko, co-founder of Forward Ketamine, to chat about how ketamine therapy works and what the future of this industry and treatment could look like. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads.

Bianca Martin, Hayley Sperling, and Molly Stentz join the City Cast team to discuss the future of the UW System, proposed bills on parent involvement in library books, and the adventures of a searching elk in Wisconsin.

In light of the news about the historic Silver Dollar Tavern closing soon, the City Cast Madison team is rounding up the best dive bars in Madison. Executive producer Molly Stentz, producer Dylan Brogan, and newsletter editor Hayley Sperling talk about what exactly makes a dive bar a dive bar, the future of dive bars in Madison, and of course, dish on their favorite spots.🍺 Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers.Dive bars (and other spots) mentioned in this episode: Silver Dollar Tavern The Plaza Tavern Woody & Anne’s The Caribou Tavern Le Tigre Lounge Slices Bar & Grill Wando’s Dive Inn Jade Monkey Chiefs Tavern Buck’s Pizza North of the Bayou Landmark Bar and Grill The Paradise Lounge Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Sign up for Madison Minutes.Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Madison is BUSY this December. From holiday markets to The Nutcracker, the City Cast Madison team has you covered with events you can’t miss this month. Our picks:🎁 Find local gifts  New Glarus Christkindli Market - December 1 - 3 Eastside Winter Market - December 9 - 10 🍸 Relax downtown Miracle on King Street - Through December 30 The Nutcracker at The Madison Ballet - December 15 - 24 🧠 Feed your head “Shaping Minds, Unveiling Truths” with Dr. Jason Stanley - December 14th🌲 Get outdoors!Winter Recreation at Devil’s Lake State ParkWanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads.

Dave Schroeder, Director of research at the Wisconsin Security Research Consortium, discusses recent cyber attacks on Madison businesses and the implications for customer data security. They explore funding methods for cyber attackers, concerns about election security, and the importance of awareness and device updates for cybersecurity. Additionally, they touch on Governor Evers' use of an alternative state email account for confidentiality and Madison's holiday trolley supporting local businesses.