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Hosted by Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey, Point Taken is for the politically curious and self described political junkie. Steve & Kristin explore, debate, & offer insight into the world of Wisconsin & national politics.
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OVERTIME: Parents Are Hiring “Second Moms” for Their College Kids?! (opens the original)
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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey go “Overtime” to debate the rise of concierge services for college students. A business that acts as a “mom for hire” by doing laundry, cleaning dorm rooms, delivering snacks, and helping students adjust to life away from home. Are these services helpful support for young adults, or are they preventing college students from learning how to take care of themselves? Steve and Kristin also discuss parenting, independence, mentorship, and the changing college experien
Wisconsin Ballot Amendments, Political Money & Lambeau Ladies (opens the original)
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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss campaign fundraising, the role of outside money in politics, and whether candidates should distance themselves from President Trump. Will Flanders of the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty explains the two constitutional amendments on Wisconsin’s November ballot: limits on the governor’s partial-veto power and a proposal addressing preferential treatment by governmental entities. Wisconsin referendum notice The show also examines Kalshi and the debate o
Trump’s Media Ban, Canada Trade War & Wisconsin Debate Questions (opens the original)
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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss the Trump administration’s decision to restrict access for several news organizations, public attitudes toward partisan news, and the debate over press freedom. Canadian economic expert Todd Hirsch joins the show to explain the impact of U.S.-Canada tariffs, immigration policy, and the ongoing trade dispute. The show also examines Rebecca Cooke’s decision not to participate in a debate with Derrick Van Orden, the Bucks’ new jersey-patch partnership with Ul
Data Centers, Interest Rates & Fixing the Packers’ Offensive Line (opens the original)
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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey speak with WISN 12’s Matt Smith about the debate over data centers in Wisconsin Rapids, media access concerns involving the Trump administration, and the challenges of covering political campaigns. Wisconsin Public Radio AP News Meagan Johnson of the Milwaukee Diaper Mission discusses the organization’s work supporting families and expanding access to training pants. Dave Spano explains the Federal Reserve’s latest interest-rate decision, tariffs, AI investment, a
Macklemore, Iran, AI & Wisconsin’s Governor’s Race (opens the original)
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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour after expressing support for Palestine, along with questions about free speech and celebrity activism. Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen join the Political Power Hour to discuss the possibility of a Democratic wave, rising costs, the impact of the Iran conflict, Wisconsin’s governor’s race, AI oversight, and the future of the Kennedy Center. Catch Point Taken weekdays from
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