When Politics, Sports, and Sex Ed Collide

WTMJ hosts Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey welcomed Republican strategist Bill McCoshen and Democratic State Rep. Deb Andraca for a wide-ranging, spirited conversation that moved from Wisconsin politics to national headlines—and back again. The panel dug into the split verdict in the Judge Hannah Dugan trial, what it could mean for her future, and how both sides of the political aisle were poised to weaponize the outcome. They also examined Trump’s recent address to the nation, the spotlight on Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, and the growing political implications of rising Wisconsin property taxes ahead of the 2026 governor’s race. The hour balanced sharp analysis with lighter moments, including the group’s weekly “Say Something Nice,” discussions on Packers-Bears fandom, women’s health breakthroughs, and whether driverless taxis could ever work in Milwaukee. From serious reflections on civic discourse to feel-good stories of everyday heroism, the conversation wrapped with a reminder of the value of paying it forward—even in divided times.