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Civic Media

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At Civic Media we believe that radio has an important role to play in supporting the community with quality local news and commentary. We focus on local, regional and state issues and current events that are most relevant to our listeners, and combine news with open and honest commentary to advance listeners’ understanding and engagement.

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Episodes

  1. Sauk County Dairy Breakfast

    The final part of the Morning Show on June 5 provided a preview up the upcoming Sauk County Dairy Breakfast. The event will be held on Saturday, June 13 at the Windi Ridge Farm.

  2. Wisconsin High School Rodeo Finals

    The first part of the Morning Show on June 5 featured information on the upcoming Wisconsin High School Rodeo Finals in Richland Center.

  3. Ithaca-Weston High School Track

    The second part of the Morning Show on June 5 featured the Ithaca-Weston High School Track Team as they prepare for State Track competition.

  4. Richland Center High School Track Team

    The final part of the Morning Show on June 4 featured Michelle Louis. Michelle is the head coach for the Richland Center High School Track Team.

  5. A.D. German Warehouse: Frank Lloyd Wright 159th Birthday Event

    The first part of the Morning Show featured information on the upcoming Frank Lloyd Wright 159th Birthday event at the A.D. German Warehouse. We also aired parts of an old WRCO interview with Frank Lloyd Wright from our archives.

  6. Consumer Protection June Update

    The final part of the Morning Show on June 3 featured Michelle Reinen with Consumer Protection. Michelle spoke with Phil about avoiding the latest scams.

  7. Town and Country Home and Appliance

    The first part of the Morning Show on June 3 featured Mike Fredrick and the soon-to-be retired Dan Schwarz from Town and Country Home and Appliance.

  8. Cazenovia Community Update

    The second part of the Morning Show on June 2 featured a community update from Cazenovia. The program featured information on park improvements.

  9. Iowa County Dairy Breakfast

    The first part of the Morning Show on June 2 featured the Miller Family who will be hosting the 2026 Iowa County Dairy Breakfast.

  10. Classics Pizza LCC

    The second part of the Morning Show on June 1 put the spotlight on Classics Pizza LLC.

  11. Visit with the Richland Center Mayor

    It was time for the monthly Morning Show update with Richland Center Mayor, Karin Tepley, during the first part of the Morning Show on June 1.

  12. Walk With GRACE

    The Morning Show on May 29 featured a monthly update from Walk With GRACE. Board members from GRACE joined Phil to talk about some of the upcoming events and other news from the board meetings.

  13. Richland Hospital May Update

    The second part of the Morning Show on May 14 put the spotlight on the Richland Hospital's Senior Life Solutions.

  14. Hub City Dirt Drags

    The final part of the Morning Show on May 7 previewed the 2026 Hub City Dirt Drags.

  15. Richland Area Farmers Market

    The second part of the Morning Show on May 7 featured the Richland Area Farmers Market who are getting ready to open up on May 13th!

  16. Tribute to Veterans

    The first part of the Morning Show on May 7 featured information on an upcoming Tribute to Vets concert with Mollie B.

  17. Ithaca School District

    The Morning Show on April 10 featured staff from the Ithaca School District. They were on the program for the monthly school update.

  18. Community Players of Southwest Wisconsin

    Some of the cast from the upcoming performance of Snow White were on the Morning Show on March 30th to talk about the production.

  19. Walk With GRACE

    The Morning Show on March 27 featured the monthly update with GRACE. Member from GRACE joined Phil to talk about what has been going on with fundraising efforts.

  20. Richland School District Update

    The Morning Show on March 11 featured an update from the Richland School District with Richland School District Administrator, Steve Board.

  21. River Valley School District

    The first part of the Morning Show on March 9 featured an update from River Valley School District Administrator, Loren Glasbrenner.

  22. Richland School District

    It was time to catch up with the Richland School District. It was the focus of the Morning Show on February 11.

  23. Richland Center Community Update

    The Morning Show on February 2 featured a Richland Center community update with Richland Center Mayor, Todd Coppernoll.

  24. Ithaca School District Update

    The first half of The Morning Show featured Ithaca School District staff members discussing 4-K Screening, Special Ed update and Elementary recap of the semester

  25. Navigating the New Civic Landscape

    Maggie dives deep into the evolution of civic engagement with Dr. Gabriel Velez, exploring how digital transformation has reshaped how we connect politically and socially. They delve into the decline of traditional community bonds, the rise of online echo chambers, and how these shifts impact...

  26. The High Cost of Presumption

    Maggie delves into the chaos of Trump's America, highlighting the erosion of trust in government integrity. Attorney Devon Ombres discusses the presumption of regularity, a legal principle now shattered by partisan prosecutions and Trump's influence, making it tough for judges to trust government...

  27. Three Years… And Not A Day More (Hour 2)

    Well, we’ve had a lot of fun, but all good things must come to an end. Today is the last episode of The Todd Allbaugh Show on Civic Media. We are all sincerely grateful to EVERYBODY who helped and listened along the way. We take some time talking with some of our colleagues and regular guests...

  28. On Sharing Stories Over the Airwaves (Hour 1)

    Today is the third anniversary of The Todd Allbaugh Show! We kick it off with some words of gratitude for each other before welcoming State Senator Kelda Roys to celebrate the occasion. She and Todd talk through some of the key issues our state is facing, with a focus on the decline of UW-System...

  29. “Best Of” Maggie Daun

    Healthcare havoc and political shenanigans -- Maggie tackles the looming healthcare crisis in Wisconsin as the GOP's decision to strip ACA subsidies leads to jaw-dropping premium hikes, with nonprofits fleeing the exchanges. Joined by Senator Kristin Dassler-Alfheim, they dissect the grim 2026...

  30. Fighting Fear With Truth (Hour 2)

    After sharing another Wisconsin Fun Fact, Todd asks us What’s Worse: having too much to do or not enough to do? We take your calls and texts and talk about how ADHD affects our perception of time. At the bottom of the hour, Todd shares a very difficult story with us. In the midst of escalating…

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  31. Lindsey Graham Gets That Cheese (Hour 1)

    Todd begins today’s show with yet another Twitter feud from Congressman Derrick Van Orden, this time with Sec. Pete Buttigieg. Todd put out an invite for Sec. Buttigieg to join us on the show, but we’re not holding our breath. At the bottom of the hour, Todd dives back into yesterday’s news about...

  32. Breaking Free and Standing Tall

    Maggie Daun hosts a riveting hour featuring Jessica Denson, a former Trump campaign employee turned whistleblower. Denson reveals her journey from being a fervent MAGA supporter, entrapped by Fox News' hypnotic allure, to a brave litigant fighting against oppressive NDAs. She shares the...

  33. Epstein’s Emails Unleashed: Unraveling Political Scandals

    Brace yourself for a political rollercoaster ride as Maggie Daun dissects the explosive release of Jeffrey Epstein's emails. With Congresswoman Lauren Boebert and Nancy Mace defying Trump's pressure, they push the Epstein files petition over the line. As incriminating emails emerge, linking Trump...

  34. Pete Hegseth Wants JD Vance Gone, Probably (Hour 2)

    After our daily Wisconsin Fun Fact, Todd celebrates Brewers Manager Pat Murphy’s success. Last night, he won National League Manager of the Year for the second year in a row. This afternoon, Todd asks us What’s Worse: swiss or cheddar? Citizens of the dairy state chime in with their strong…

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  35. Jackpot Ron Johnson Attempts To Fleece Taxpayers (Hour 1)

    Last night, we discovered that Senator Ron Johnson and other Republicans who attempted to steal the 2020 election snuck a deal into the budget continuing resolution. Our typical Wednesday panel, Pat Kreitlow of Mornings with Pat Kreitlow and Trygve Olson of The Lincoln Project, joins us to…

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  36. Veteran Valor and Unveiling Political Wealth

    Maggie dives into the significance of Veterans Day, tracing its roots from Armistice Day and honoring America's 17.5 million veterans. She is joined by retired Lt. Colonel Chris Ford, who discusses the veteran suicide crisis, revealing staggering statistics and emphasizing the importance of...

  37. 3,217 Days and Counting: Healthcare in the Crosshairs

    Maggie takes aim at the inaction of the MAGA movement on healthcare, highlighting 3,217 days of control without substantive solutions. She criticizes eight Senate Democrats for capitulating to a no-deal with the MAGA faction, questioning their strategic foresight. Angela Lang joins to express...

  38. Cash May Be King, But Pennies Are No More (Hour 2)

    After our daily Wisconsin Fun Fact, Todd asks us What’s Worse: beaches or pools? Both have their benefits and drawbacks, so we take your calls and texts on whether, as one listener put it, you’re bothered more by jellyfish or used Band-Aids. Our country is no longer producing pennies, and now...

  39. On Veterans Day and the ACA w/ Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez (Hour 1)

    Happy Veterans Day! Today, our friend Teri Barr joins us to share an overlooked story about the roots of the holiday in Wisconsin’s history. In Teri’s latest article, she dives into the life of Harvey Higley, a UW-Madison grad and WWI veteran who dedicated his life to taking care of other…

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  40. SNAP, Shutdowns, and Senate Shell Games

    Maggie dives into the disheartening capitulation of eight Senate Democrats amidst the shutdown drama, arguing for primary challenges against them. She debates with caller Gary about SNAP benefits and the misconceptions surrounding welfare fraud, emphasizing the dire need for robust auditing…

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  41. Sound Off Monday: Shutdown Showdown

    Maggie is fired up over the Senate Democrats' capitulation on the government shutdown deal. She lambasts a group of Democratic senators who she claims put their electoral prospects over their constituents' needs, failing to secure a meaningful negotiation on ACA subsidies and other critical…

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  42. Remembering The Edmund Fitzgerald (Hour 2)

    After a new Wisconsin Fun Fact, Todd asks us What’s Worse: Amazon or Walmart? We take some texts and comments on whether the convenience is worth the cost. Today is the 50th anniversary of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Many of us know the Gordon Lightfoot song, but the shipwreck was a true...

  43. Mondays with Matenaer: Pardons and Plastic Surgery (Hour 1)

    Between national politics, sports updates, a quick history lesson, and more, we have a very packed show for you today. Tonight, the Green Bay Packers take on the Philadelphia Eagles at Lambeau Field. Here to get us ready for the action is Civic Media Sports Reporter Mike Clemens. At the bottom of...

  44. The Fight for Fair Votes and Uncovering History

    Maggie dives into the alarming influence of elite MAGA operatives aiming to establish an American aristocracy, backed by figures like Chris Buskirk and Peter Thiel. This shift, fueled by changes in taxation and Supreme Court rulings equating money with speech, represents a colossal wealth…

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  45. Democrats’ ACA Gambit: A High-Stakes Poker

    Maggie critiques the ongoing shutdown drama, spotlighting Senate Democrats' compromise to extend ACA subsidies for a year, challenging Republicans to propose their healthcare reforms. She dissects the political landscape, decrying the wealth disparity exacerbated by the Trump administration's...

  46. Weaponizing Health: A Battle Against Political Propaganda

    In a riveting exposé, Maggie Daun and Dr. Demetre Daskalakis delve deep into the troubling politicization of public health under RFK Jr.'s influence at the CDC. Dr. Daskalakis highlights the dangerous shift from science-driven policies to cherry-picked data supporting political agendas, risking...

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At Civic Media we believe that radio has an important role to play in supporting the community with quality local news and commentary. We focus on local, regional and state issues and current events that are most relevant to our listeners, and combine news with open and honest commentary to advance listeners’ understanding and engagement.

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