They're the "Click and Clack" of Wisconsin politics. Scott Milfred, editorial page editor for the Wisconsin State Journal, and Phil Hands, the newspaper's political cartoonist, analyze the most important issues and debates from the Badger State with political independence and a sense of humor. Instead of tedious talking points from the left and the right, "Center Stage" broadcasts from the sensible center with audio clips from the Wisconsin Capitol, from State Journal editorial board meeting ...
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Tawsif Anam is nationally published writer, and an award-winning public policy professional and speaker. He is an immigrant from Bangladesh, and now a United States citizen.Tawsif Anam’s writings have appeared in USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Boston Globe, The Western Journal, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and more.Tawsif comments on a wide range of topics, ranging from current affairs in politics ...
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The Lee Weather Team hosts a fast-paced weekly podcast that tackles hot topics (and cold!) plus what’s trending in meteorology, science and climate. The show isn't limited to hard science as our hosts and guests tug at your emotions from stories out in the elements. The Lee Weather team features Matt Holiner of Lee Enterprises' Midwest group in Chicago, Kirsten Lang of the Tulsa World in Oklahoma, Joe Martucci of the Press of Atlantic City, N.J., and Sean Sublette of the Richmond Times-Dispa ...
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JS on Politics is a weekly look at the people and politics of swing-state Wisconsin, featuring updates from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's political team in Washington, Madison and Milwaukee.
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Welcome to The S-Files, which is sponsored by Serve Wisconsin, Wisconsin’s National and Community Service Board. The S-Files is your look into the impacts and stories of AmeriCorps members and volunteers serving throughout the State of Wisconsin. In each episode, we will be digging into their Service Stories, or S-Files, to learn about the people and programs whose service is meeting critical needs across Wisconsin and enriching the lives of the people and communities they serve.
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Vote 2018 Election Podcast
State-by-state election coverage with political journalists across America
There is nothing more dangerous than an educated voter. The Vote 2018 Election Podcast will give you the insight you need to make an informed decision at the polls this year. We'll take you state to state to learn about all of the biggest upcoming races in the 2018 mid-term election year, hearing from political journalists from all over the nation for a fact-based discussion about our upcoming races. We provide the information, you make the decision. #VOTE2018
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Serving with the Green Bay Conservation Corps while completing High School
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In this episode of The S-Files, we are exploring the service done by AmeriCorps member Morgan Westlund, who has been serving over the last year with the Green Bay Conservation Corps (GBCC). Morgan discusses the service she has done so far this year in the city’s parks and other outdoor spaces, serving part-time during the school year while completi…
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2024 BATTLEGROUND WISCONSIN: A recent loss, lessons learnt, and the road to the White House
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.16 The August 13 primary results show that the Democrats have gained momentum in Wisconsin. Two GOP-backed constitutional amendment questions were rejected by voters. Wisconsin is a must-win state for Donald Trump in the November 2024 election. In this episode, I discuss the recen…
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.15 Americans want a stable economy. They want to enjoy peace and prosperity. But in the Biden-Harris economy, Americans are facing layoffs. In this episode, I discuss the matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and spe…
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LYING AND FEARMONGERING: Here's what's wrong with Democrats' campaign strategy
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.14 An election is a contest of ideas and policy solutions. But the Democrats are engaging in a campaign strategy that is just unacceptable. In this episode, I discuss the matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and spe…
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Tim Walz vs. JD Vance in Wisconsin: Who won?
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Milfred and Hands assess the Middle America cred of both presidential candidates's salty surrogates. Both VP picks visited Eau Claire, talking guns, drugs, inflation, freedom and what's really weird. Our political podcasters play clips and comment each candidate's points and provocations. Wisconsin is giong to be seeing a lot more of these two, who…
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THE REBIRTH OF BANGLADESH: A country gaining independence for the second time
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.13 After years of corruption by the Awami League government, a mass movement led by student leaders have brought an end to the tyrannical regime of Sheikh Hasina. As the former prime minister fled, the country gained independence for the second time in over 52 years. ABOUT: Tawsif…
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Remembering Abu Sayeed, Mir Mugdho, and others who were killed by the brutal Awami League regime
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.12 The Awami League regime continues to arrest and attack peaceful protestors in Bangladesh. The brutal regime has killed many innocent civilians. In this episode, I remember those who lost their lives while fighting for freedom in Bangladesh. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally pu…
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FOR FREEDOM: How innocent Bangladeshis are trying to reclaim their country from a tyrannical government
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.11 There is a severe crisis in Bangladesh, a country where I was born and raised. The ruling political party in power, the Awami League, has launched attacks against innocent civilians. Many lives have been lost. In this episode, I talk about the ongoing situation in Bangladesh. A…
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Biden's plan to diminish the power of the U.S. Supreme Court
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.10 When the Democrats cannot achieve their goals and objectives through the legislative process or through executive action, then they look at the judicial system as a tool to get what they want. The Democrats are not happy with the U.S. Supreme Court, because of its 6-3 conservat…
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WARREN'S WORDS: Here's what Kamala Harris would do if she becomes the U.S president
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.9 It has become quite clear that Kamala Harris would be the Democratic nominee for U.S. president. Recently, Senator Elizabeth Warren talked about something that Kamala Harris would do if she becomes the U.S. president. In this episode, I discuss the matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is …
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Kamala Harris woos Wisconsin. Will it work?
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Milfred and Hands play clips from and analyze Vice President Kamala Harris' speech last week in West Allis. They also assess her chances of winning Wisconsin in November, now that she's the Democrats' presumptive nominee. Harris is a far better campaigner than Joe Biden had been in recent months, bringing some needed energy to the ticket. Yet she f…
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Will Kamala Harris pick JB Pritzker as her running mate?
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.8 Reportedly, Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois may be chosen by Kamala Harris as her running mate. In this episode, I talk about JB Pritzker. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has experience serving in th…
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Helping individuals with disabilities transition into adulthood with Easterseals Wisconsin
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In this episode of The S-Files, we are exploring the service done by AmeriCorps member Kourtney Carrico, who recently completed her third term with Easterseals Wisconsin as their Transitions Coordinator. Kourtney discusses her service leading programming for individuals with disabilities ages 16-25 to help them gain skills and experiences to suppor…
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IF KAMALA HARRIS IS THE NOMINEE: Who will be her VP pick?
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.7 Since Joe Biden exited the presidential race, it appears that Kamala Harris is the likely nominee for president from the Democratic Party. If that's the case, then who will be her running mate? ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy prof…
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BIDEN DROPS OUT: Who will be the Democrat nominee for president and the running mate?
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.6 Joe Biden has decided to drop out of the presidential race and not seek another term in office. The Democrat Party is now in crisis. Who will be the presidential nominee? And who will be the running mate? In this episode, I discuss the matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally …
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RNC AND BEYOND: Here's why the Republicans are united, while the Democrats are in crisis
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.5 The Republican National Convention is over. As the Republicans are united, the Democrats are in crisis. A growing number of Democrats are asking Joe Biden to leave the presidential race. Will Biden leave the race, or will he stay and continue running for re-election? In this epi…
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TRUMP CHOSE VANCE: Who will now be selected to fill Ohio's U.S. Senate seat?
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.4 With Donald Trump choosing U.S. Senator JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate, people are wondering who will now fill the Senate seat in Ohio. In this episode, I discuss the matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and…
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What the Trump-Vance presidential ticket means for the younger generation
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.3 Donald Trump has chosen Ohio Senator JD Vance, a Millennial, as his running mate. This decision is extremely significant for the younger generation of Americans. In this episode, I discuss the matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public poli…
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WIDESPREAD FEAR: How left-wing policies are benefiting violent illegal immigrant gang-members
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.2 In a city like New York, Venezuelan gang members are causing havoc. This is the result of Joe Biden's open border policy. Many migrants are committing crimes in American cities, leading to widespread fear. In this episode, I discuss the matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally…
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Here's how government is planning to take away people's homes
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.10 E.1 The government has sinister plans to take away people's homes. The middle and lower-income Americans, and people of color, are at risk of losing their homes in cities that are run by left-wing politicians. In this episode, I discuss the matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally…
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What to expect during the first Trump vs. Biden presidential debate of the 2024 election season
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.49 The first Trump vs. Biden presidential debate of the 2024 election season is coming up on June 27, 2024. There is a lot of excitement surrounding this debate. In this episode, I discuss some expectations regarding this presidential debate. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally publ…
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And Donald Trump's choice for Vice President is...
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.48 Reportedly, Donald Trump has made up his mind about who his running mate will be. There is a lot of excitement about whose name Trump will announce. In this episode, I discuss the matter. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy profession…
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Madison's new school leader: 'Zero tolerance isn't zero care'
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Milfred and Hands play audio clips from the Wisconsin State Journal editorial board's meeting with Madison's new school superintendent, Joe Gothard. The Madison native, former La Follette coach and principal who left the Capitol City for Minnesota and ran the bigger St. Paul, Minnesota, school district. Now he's back for the top job here. Gothard t…
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Bringing a Passion for Literacy to Serving Students with Schools of Hope after a Career in Journalism
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In this episode of The S-Files, we are exploring the service done by AmeriCorps member Kathy Esposito, who served this year with Schools of Hope at Lowell Elementary in Madison. Kathy discusses her service this year as a literacy tutor, from helping some of her students learn their alphabet and letter sounds to helping others build up their skills …
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Schumer's burger, Biden's amnesty plan, and home foreclosures
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.47 The American people recently saw a glaring example of Chuck Schumer pretending to be a regular guy. On the other hand, Joe Biden and his administration are pretending to solve problems, while creating problems that adversely affect Americans. In this economy, basic necessities (…
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Hurricane season 2024 has begun. Here's what to expect and how you should prepare
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Hurricane season has arrived and all signs are pointing to a very busy year. Dr. Mike Brennan, the director of NOAA's National Hurricane Center, joins the Lee Weather Team this week to discuss everything you need to know for the 2024 season. Brennan and the team break down the number of storms expected and the reasons why this season is expected to…
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.46 Donald Trump said that if he does not win, then there's going to be a depression like in 1929. It is true that our country is going through tremendous economic challenges. And it does seem that we are heading towards a severe depression. In this episode, I discuss some of the pr…
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.45 Former President Donald Trump may not be allowed to enter a long list of dozens of countries, because of the guilty verdict against him following the trial that took place in New York. The list of countries that ban entry for "felons" includes some major U.S. allies and trade pa…
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Can a felon win Wisconsin?
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Milfred and Hands analyze the impact of Donald Trump's guilty verdicts on his bid to win the crucial swing state of Wisconsin this fall. Trump had been slightly ahead of President Joe Biden in the latest Marquette Law School poll of statewide voters. Will Trump's convictions for falsifying business records to cover up hush-money payments to a porn …
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.44 Following a trial, a jury in a New York has delivered a verdict to convict Donald Trump on 34 counts. The radical left is cheering. The freedom-loving Americans are worried about the future of our country. In this episode, I discuss what I believe will happening following the ve…
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Building Literacy Skills and a Love of Reading with Schools of Hope
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In this episode of The S-Files, we are exploring the service done by AmeriCorps member Rowan Russell-Berry, who is currently serving with Schools of Hope at Lake View Elementary in Madison. Rowan discusses their service this year as a literacy tutor, describing the different activities they are doing with and their work coordinating and supporting …
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AMERICANS REJECTING DEMOCRATS: Will Hollywood come to the rescue?
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.43 The Democrats are in a panic mode right now, because they realize that the Americans are rejecting their left-wing policies. As we approach the November 2024 election, the Democrats seeming to be hoping for Hollywood celebrities to come to the rescue. Will Hollywood come to resc…
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Will Donald Trump continue campaigning in "blue" states?
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.42 Donald Trump has recently held campaign rallies in New Jersey and New York, both of which are "blue" states. Many people are wondering: Why is Trump campaigning in Democrat-heavy states? And then many are wondering: Will Donald Trump continue campaigning in these "blue" states a…
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Travel stories with Jen Carfagno from the Weather Channel
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Summer travel season is here! This week, The Weather Channel's Jen Carfagno joins the team to share her weather coverage travel stories. Hurricanes and snowstorms can be harrowing and bring their own set of challenges, but she also shares her more comforting travel stories to Punxsatawney each year for Groundhog Day. We want to hear from you! Have …
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Summer weather outlook and the methods of long-range forecasting
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Summer is just around the corner, and with it comes the anticipation of beach days, barbecues and, unfortunately, the potential for extreme weather. In this episode of Across the Sky, meteorologists Sean Sublette, Matt Holiner and Joe Martucci discuss the summer weather outlook for 2024, from the bustling Jersey Shore to heat-weary Texas. We delve …
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Economic prison, need for relief, eyes on battleground Wisconsin, and a convention to remember
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.41 Americans continue to struggle in this economy, due to inflation and many other crises. Are we in an economic prison? In this episode, I discuss the need for relief. I also talk about the importance of Wisconsin in national politics, and I also share some thoughts from an excell…
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How the New York trial against Trump is affecting the 2024 presidential election
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.40 The left-wing activists are trying to slow down Donald Trump's campaign by throwing legal challenges at him. The New York trial is the biggest example of that. In this episode, I discuss how the New York trial against Donald Trump is affecting the 2024 presidential campaign. ABO…
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Tornado Talk: The long-term human impact of tornadoes
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Tornado history goes beyond path lengths and EF ratings. Since 2016, Jennifer Narramore — owner and co-founder of Tornado Talk — and her team have been bringing forward tornado survival stories from the last 70 years. Whether the stories come from massive super outbreaks or isolated storms, their first-person interviews with those who were impacted…
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Are we in an economy of "giving up"?
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.39 From an economy of abundance, we are now in a state of financial crisis. In this economy, people are having to make tough choices as their wages and salaries are not keeping up with the increases in prices in the economy. As the Biden administration's economic policies cause wid…
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Where is our free stuff?
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.9 E.38 With the Biden administration in charge, we continue to see how illegal immigrants are getting "free stuff" while American citizens continue to suffer financially. There are American seniors in need. Many veterans need help that they are not receiving. Many American children are…
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Meteorology in the air: How weather impacts airlines and air travel
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You can't talk about air travel without talking about weather. That's why all major airlines employ their own team of meteorologists. But what are their specifc responsibilities and how do they help get the planes where they need to be? David Dillahunt, the chief meteorologist at Southwest Airlines, joins the podcast to explain how he and his team …
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As severe storm season nears its peak, we tackle some persistent myths about lightning and why they have continued for so long. Meteorologist and lightning expert Chris Vagasky joins the team to explain why no place outside is safe during a thunderstorm and what lightning detection notifications on your weather app are really telling you. He also d…
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Tammy Baldwin vs. Eric Hovde is tighter than it should be
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Milfred and Hands analyze the two candidates for Wisconsin's U.S. Senate seat, including their recent ads, positions on key issues, and Hovde's dip into a frozen Lake Mendota. Milfred is surprised Hovde is polling so well. Hands needs a haircut and pledges to never grow a mustache like the challenger.…
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Earth Day: Stories of people, climate and hope
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Negative stories about climate change come at us every day, but there are positive stories bubbling up that illustrate the innovations being made to slow the pace of the warming climate and conserve the environment. In honor of Earth Day, CNN's Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir joins the podcast to share some of those stories from his travels. …
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