Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

Kristin Brey opens the show with the newest entry into Wisconsin’s governor’s race — Greater Milwaukee Committee President Joel Brennan — before diving into a headline grabbing story: a Campbell’s vice president fired after a secretly recorded rant about “bioengineered meat.” Kristin explores America’s dependence on ultra-processed foods and whether lawsuits like San Francisco’s new case against major food companies could force real change. She then shifts to another consumer controversy: personal dynamic pricing. A new report shows people are being charged different prices for the same order on apps like Instacart. Kristin breaks down how it works, what it means for shoppers, and how to avoid getting price-tested. In City Stories, Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene joins to talk about: -A Frank Lloyd Wright home becoming a new museum -Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s weakened influence -The expanding Powerline Trail -PFAS lawsuits -And concerns over surveillance tech used by the Sheriff’s Department. -And more!

Kristin Brey and guest co-host Todd Allbaugh break down President Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania, where he blamed Democrats for America’s affordability problems (again). They then look at a strong election night for Democrats — including a flipped Miami mayorship for the first time in 30 years — and discuss the Senate’s debate over the future of Affordable Care Act subsidies. Next, Reed Galen of The Lincoln Project joins to assess whether third-party or “party-less” candidates have any real path in today’s political climate. In the second hour, Climate Power’s Jesse Lee weighs in on rising energy prices driven by the explosion of data centers across the country. Kristin and Todd also examine the latest wave of manufactured AI-driven outrage, this time involving Taylor Swift. They celebrate Wisconsin legend Montee Ball’s induction into the College Football Hall of Fame, and wrap things up with Todd’s classic “What’s Worse?” holiday edition: Eggnog vs. Fruitcake.

With Todd Allbaugh filling in as co-host, Kristin Brey kicks off the show by introducing listeners to him and his political roots in Wisconsin’s Republican Party. Todd reflects on his time around Act 10 and Voter ID as they pivot into the day’s big story: President Trump’s new farmer bailout, brought on by tariff-driven losses. Richland County beef farmer David Unbehaun joins to share the real impact on Wisconsin agriculture — and why there’s no easy fix. In the second hour, Kristin and Todd break down the major media shake-up involving Netflix, Warner Brothers, Paramount, and the role of Trump’s FCC, before spotlighting Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius as Wisconsin’s Standout of the Year. They wrap with a Forward Thinking conversation alongside City Forward Collective’s Colleston Morgan about Milwaukee school closings, consolidations, and why community involvement matters now more than ever.

Kristin is joined by Matt Smith for the first hour of today’s show! They discuss Mandela Barnes’ bid for governor and his appearance on Up Front. Are candidates rushing to the center in an effort to appeal to the masses? Kristin and Matt also discuss the ACA and Glenn Grothman’s opposition to an extension. In the second half-hour, Kristin and Matt talk Buc-ee's, WISEye, and what's coming up on Up Front this week. In the second hour, Annex Wealth Management's Dave Spano joins the show to discuss Netflix's purchase of Warner and other economic news. Then, Kristin talks about the intersection between AI and third-party candidates.

Kristin and Steve are joinewd by Bill McCoshen and Joe Zepecki on today's Point Taken! The four discuss a wide range of topics, including redistricting, lessons learned from the Tennessee election, the latest Democratic candidate in Wisconsin's race for Governor, and much more! Steve and Kristin also discuss how you handle people with different opinions, and make some suggestions for paying it forward this holiday season.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey kick off the morning with Kristin’s chaotic car mishap — a parking-garage median, a cracked oil pan, and a whole lot of unsolicited listener advice. Then they shift to national headlines, including President Trump calling affordability concerns a “Democrat hoax” and the growing controversy around Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s alleged second strike on defenseless survivors. In City Stories, Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene joins to discuss everything happening locally: Milwaukee’s stalled city flag redesign, redevelopment projects, the closure of Beans & Barley, more upcoming bridge work, and a push for a new Brewers ballpark district. They end with Pay It Forward, sharing small acts of kindness to brighten the season.

Broadcasting live from Sentry Foods in Delafield for the Kapco Kids2Kids Toy Drive, WTMJ’s Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey blend politics, pop culture, and community for a festive, fast-moving show. They open with a look at the Tennessee special election, where a Democrat’s close loss in a deep-red district still had party members celebrating. Was it a moral victory or misplaced optimism? Then, they shift to Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race, continuing the conversation on Mandela Barnes entering the race and asking whether he can stand out in a crowded Democratic field — and whether he could potentially beat Republican frontrunner Tom Tiffany. At the store, Steve and Kristin chat with Sentry Foods co-owner Kerry Jeanpierre about how local grocers are navigating supply chain pressures, prices, and customer habits this holiday season — plus, the essential Wisconsin topic: pizza aisles. In the 11 a.m. hour, they’re joined by Dr. Ryan Martin, UW–Green Bay psychology professor and “The Anger Professor,” to unpack the Oxford Dictionary’s 2025 Word of the Year: “Ragebait.” They explore why outrage drives online engagement, what it says about our culture, and how to avoid getting trapped in digital anger. The show wraps with Ask Us Anything, holiday movie favorites, and a Pay It Forward segment on giving blood, starting conversations, and helping others during the season of giving. Politics, pizza, and perspective — all from the checkout lane at Sentry Foods.

A tight Democratic primary just got a frontrunner: Mandela Barnes enters the governor’s race. Plus, Wisconsin faces mounting pressure to finally pass Erin’s Law after revelations of concealed teacher misconduct. Founder Erin Merryn explains why prevention—not prosecution—should drive policy. Plus: the debate over taboo language resurfaces after high-profile podcasters resurrect slurs. Is policing vocabulary productive, or does euphemism only obscure reality? We close with Giving Tuesday by the numbers—and how Wisconsinites measure up in generosity.

After a snowy Wisconsin weekend, WTMJ’s Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey start by catching up on the weekend snowfall before turning to a serious global story: U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ordering a follow-up military strike that could constitute a war crime. Steve and Kristin break down the political and moral implications. Then, they shift to a study showing teenagers’ growing distrust of news media, exploring why younger generations tune out — and how AI tools like ChatGPT may be making misinformation worse. The duo looks abroad for answers, discussing Estonia’s innovative media-literacy curriculum as a possible model for U.S. schools. In the 11 a.m. hour, Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano joins for the Monday Market Preview to unpack holiday spending trends, earnings expectations, and why the current economy might just be a “vibe-cession.” Finally, ESPN Milwaukee’s Alex Strouf stops by to share his generation’s views on the media, preview the Packers vs. Bears matchup, and confess which NFL coaches have fans swooning. The show closes with Pay It Forward, as Steve and Kristin share stories — from giving away scratch-off tickets to covering a stranger’s Walmart order — about small acts of kindness that make the season brighter.

On this post-thanksgiving show, WTMJ's Steve Scaffidi is joined by Joe Zepecki. The two discuss their thanksgiving days, and how their politics played a role. PLUS, the two share thoughts on the Thanksgiving Packers game, and the state of officiating in the NFL.