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Per the Skipper! This hour, we begin with ideas on how to activate Red Arrow park that isn't just ice skating. Plus Brewers 360 with Pat Murphy where other than the pizza, the Brewers are riding high and earning respect around the league.

Brewers 360 with Pat Murphy! Best record in baseball, three of four from the Dodgers, the Brewers are riding high, and while shorthanded nonetheless. So, do the Dodgers finally respect us? And how sweet was it when Logan Henderson outdueled Tarik Skubal? We also talk about the Brewers game in Williamsport for the Little League World Series.

Practice! But also, there's a game! This hour, we do have Mark Tauscher on the show to talk the 2nd preseason game and if Keisean Nixon is being punished or not. Plus, what is a Super El Nino? We ask Brian Niznansky. And a huge cocaine bust operating inside of a Penn State fraternity.

Is Keasean Nixon being punished? He's taking reps with the twos, yet he is trying for a contract as well as being labeled as the top cornerback on the team. So why isn't he taking reps at the starting spot in practice? Mark Tauscher joins the program and explains why this is a real concern for Nixon as the season approaches with a lot on the line.

No, the bridge will not be renamed. This hour, we begin trying to imagine what else we could do with Red Arrow Park that isn't just ice skating. Plus, Calie Herbst gives us the best events for the family in the last stretch of Summer. And Lori Nickel shows off her club and highlights a very concerning story in Milwaukee.

Cars being stolen in Milwaukee is something that happens too frequently. Lori Nickel joins the show and she's angry because her colleague's car was stolen while covering a Bucks game. So, what's the issue? What do we do here? Lori talks about being proactive rather than reactive to these car thefts happening while journalists are in the game. She also shows off her club

The last stretch of Summer is already here! But we're not done yet. Calie Herbst, founder of Mkewithkids.com joins the program for all of the last minute things to do with the family before the Summer really ends. This includes a pick-your-own-bouquet event, zoo-a-la-carte, and did somebody say trains?!

And good thing we got him! This hour, we begin with the legitmacy of polls. If they are wrong, why do we keep issuing them? But the polls don't vote... We also have The Week Ahead, and a preview of the Brewers heading home following taking 3 of 4 from the Dodgers.

Wait, I booked this room? This hour, we head Into the Office to talk the investments in human in order to invest into AI, as well as some extra curricular going ons at work. Plus, Brewers 360 with Dom Cotroneo and the Brewers are riding high off taking 3 of 4 from the Dodgers and returning home

Brewers 360 with Dom Cotroneo and the Brewers took 3 of 4 from the Dodgers in LA! We're back baby. And the Cubs got swept which is great. Dom starts by detailing Jake Bauers' motivational 'chill the F out' message that seemed to resonate. Now they return home against a struggling Mariners team. Time to stack some wins ahead of the playoffs.

We head into the Office with LAK Group's Mike Grubich. Companies are investing big money into A.I., but only a fraction of that investment is made for the people. A.I. is a tool that has replaced a lot of remedial tasks and even some people. However, what about the people who can use A.I.? Shouldn't businesses invest in them? Mike details. Plus, we ask him about this study that 47% of people have had some 'extra curricular activities' at work. He said he expected that number to be higher.

See you downtown this week! This hour, we begin recapping the severe WX to hit Indiana, storms that are just missing our area. Plus, The Week Ahead, and Mark Tauscher talks team vs. player debates on contract extensions.

Mark Tauscher is back! We begin with Tucker Kraft situation. Dude is already back practicing at full speed after tearing his ACL mid-season last year. But, he is on his last year of his contract and no new deal in site. Vince says Kraft should be at work. Tausch says Kraft has a point – nothing is guaranteed in the NFL. He may not get that big deal if he gets hurt again. Will a deal get done?

The Week Ahead! More 94 closures to be aware of. It's Downtown workers appreciation week - so what do we get for free? Plus, what is coming to the movies this weekend.

Yeah but Logan, you were better! This hour, we begin recapping the chaotic end to State Fair with massive gatherings and a fight involving police officers. Plus, A status check on the USS Lincoln, and what do the polls really mean, and why do they keep coming out?

So, you're saying there's a chance? No. This hour, we begin with the Vitrano show - Vince's brother Nick joins the program to preview his upcoming face-off with Joey Chestnut. Plus, the Pancake Breakfast Special that is guaranteed to make you smile.

This is what Eurythmics & Eminiem were talking about. When you get your moment, you better meet it. This guy, Lewis, he did with flying colors.

Happening at the Timber Rattlers game this weekend, "the best athlete of our time" Joey Chestnut will be taking on competitors in an eating competition. One of those competitors will be Nick Vitrano, Green Bay radio host and of course Vince's brother who joins the show live to talk about the competition the ultimate Brat-fest challenge.

Brewers 360 with Rick Schlesinger! A little cursing never hurt anyone, has it? Well, it helped the Brewers offense wake up. Will Rick put the "chill the F out" anywhere in the stadium? Plus, we preview a lot of NL matchups that have playoff implications especially when the Brewers.

"Listen kids, chill the F out" It worked for the Brewers. This hour, we begin with Wisconsin yet again being on the national stage but not for good reason. Plus, Brewers 360 with Rich Schlesinger previewing the series againt the Dodgers and what's waiting for the crew when they return home.

Only one way to find out. This hour, we begin with the Judge Chris Taylor ceremony being held today and what that means for the races in the State come November. Plus, the status of the USS Abraham Lincoln, and Jason Wilde joins the program to talk Packers Preseason Game 1

Mark Tauscher out, Jason Wilde in. And the first preseason game is in the books. Trey Smack made two 58-yard field goals! One didn't count. But he still made it. A confidence boosting day for Trey! Plus, our first game under new DC Jonathan Gannon. How was the Packers pass rush? And a preview of the game against the Broncos.

Kornacki on the call. Election counting issues becoming too familiar in Wisconsin. This hour, we begin with the guilty plea expected from Luigi Mangione. Plus, updates on the freeway with all of the issues and confusion surrounding the I-94 project.

We're *still* looking for this plane, huh? This hour, we begin with the story out of University of Michigan not handing down letter grades anymore. Plus the USS Abraham Lincoln is gross, and The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx

The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx! Back for the State Fair finale weekend! It's going to be a great time! Sandy highlights the best sounds you'll hear live on stage. From State Fair to Irish Fest which kicks off today! Plus neighborhood festivals!

Way more honest than some backdoor boss. This hour, we begin with Democratic Nominee for Governor David Crowley who talks about his path through the primaries and now his focus ahead of November. We have reached out to Tiffany. plus, an Everyday Hero, & Brewers 360 with the Godfather! Vinny Rottino

Vinny Rottino joins us for today's Brewers 360. A tough sweep to start the series out West. A closed door meeting with the Manager following the tough loss. Vinny has been in those before. So, what are they like? And, what if they don't work? This hasn't happened much this season, but Vinny puts his trust in Murph especially in the face of a tough stretch against tough opponents.

At one point, he took himself out of the race for governor. Now, he's the Democratic nominee. David Crowley joins the program fresh off his nomination win. Now, there's work to do. Crowley discusses what his plan is for the Governor's office, his tie in with Hong, and also what separates himself from her. As well as some hyper local issues as Governor including the 794 project. An unconventional path, but Crowley talks about his plans if he were to get to the Governor's mansion.

"Potential" they are saying. Because what's another decade? This hour, we begin with the possibility of a delay in the I-94 project. Plus, a preview of the meteor shower we will see later this month in WI, and Jason Wilde tells us the stories of some good-guy-former-Packers

Jason Wilde joins the program and it's game one of the Packers preseason against the Steelers, but will we see Aaron Rodgers? Well, our good friend Jason Wilde spoke with his good friend Aaron Rodgers. Will he play? We don't know. We also talk about the connection that Mike McCarthy had in Green Bay, and truly what kind of person Mike is as Jason tells stories of his caring nature.

Look up! The biggest meteor shower will be viewable at the end of the month. Joining the show to talk about it - Director of the Planetarium at the Milwaukee Public Museum, Bob Bonaduerer, who explains why this meteor shower is happening over our skies and why this one will be more visible. Plus he touts the new planetarium that will go up at the museum's new location opening in 2027!

Maybe more work to do in rehersal, fellas. This hour, we begin celebrating the opening of Irish Fest this weekend! Plus State Fair is continuing! Also, Everyday Hero, Michigan University doing away with letter grades? And a Packers preseason preview with Jen Lada

The Packers kick off their preseason schedule today! The age old question; do you play your starters? ESPNs Jen Lada joins the program. So, is it worth playing the starters? Also, how is this game, Packers v Rodgers, only time all season, isn't in Green Bay!

Everyday Hero: A group of teenagers on the golf course trying out for their club team, suddenly heard a child screaming. After jumping in the lake, and saving a family from drowning, what they did afterwards

"I don't even know what that means". This hour, we begin with more analysis of the August Primaries, and the results of other statewide races. Plus, a legendary Irish preformer joins us in studio, and of course, prepping for another eclipse.

Milwaukee Irish Fest returns to Henry Maier Festival Park for another celebration of Irish music, language and Celtic culture. This year's Artist-in-Residence, Máiréad Ní Mhaonaigh of the legendary Irish band Altan, joins Wisconsin's Morning News to share the story behind the music and her deep connection to Ireland's County Donegal.

Hong out. Crowley In. So, what's the new strategy of the Dems? How about Tom Tiffany who dumped a lot against Hong. We begin this hour talking with WisPolitics' JR Ross to talk Tiffany/Crowley strategies followng the primaries. And Brewers 360 with Jeff Levering

Brewers 360 with Jeff Levering! We're up early after a tough Brewers blowout against the Padres. Today is a new day and they hope to avoid the sweep. Next up: the Dodgers. So, what's the strategy? What do the Brewers have going for them? Well, Miz is pitching against LA so we'll look forward to that. Surviving this West Coast Trip is the main goal this week.

David Crowley has seemingly upset Francesca Hong and has earned the democratic nomination for Governor. So, what happened with the Hong camp? Joining our show, WisPolitics writer JR Ross joins the program. So, what happened? How did Hong lose? Also, what's the GOP's strategy because they put a lot of money going against Hong.

Believe it or not that's not about the Primary. This hour, an update on the car accident of those Marquette students where now the driver of the other car isn't taking a plea deal and will head to trial. Plus, Mark Tauscher talks LaFleur's compliments to Love.

Matt LaFleur on NFL network said that Jordan Love is the best he's ever worked with who can read defenses/blitz packages. Remember, LaFleur coached Rodgers. Tausch gives his reaction to that. Is it true? Plus, do you think Rodgers plays in the first preseason game where the Packers take on the Steelers tomorrow night?

What a race! This hour, Crowley pulls the upset and earns the Dem's nomination for governor with less than 1% of a win. We get into the overnight results, plus statewide results after the August primary. On to November!

Happy Primary Day! This hour, we begin talking about the Trump plane decoy switch up with White House Reporter Olivia Rinaldi who details what it waslike being on the 'decoy' plane without knowing. Plus, a comprehensive look at today's primaries and other races across WI.

We are now learning about the timeline of President Trump's decoy switch following a threat against him from Iran when he was in Turkey for a Summit. CBS News White House Reporter Olivia Rinaldi joins the program to detail what she has learned, and what it was like being on the decoy plane without knowing President Trump wasn't on that plane. Plus, the President signed an Executive Order adjusting the guidance of childhood vaccines.

Good on John holding these politicians accountable. Speaking of politicians, this hour we preview the August primary elections throughout the state. Plus Jerry Augustine is our Brewers 360 guest and he gets us through the dog days of August.

Brewers 360 with former Brewers pitcher Jerry Augustine! "August is the toughest month" according to Augie - especially when it comes to managing pitchers. We discuss that, plus how do you get out of a slump? Yelich is struggling, but he hit a HR yesterday. How does it feel for a player to watch one land? And when it comes to pitching, do they go by feel, or by analytics?

Cue the pogo-stick line. This hour, we begin previewing Election Day as the polls are officially opened. Plus, Brian Niznansky joins the show to talk about storms headed to our area, and we ask Mark Tauscher about Illinois' fancy new jumbotron and if it's good for the flow of the game.

Mark Tauscher joins the show and the newest shiny toy in college football is Illinois' gigantic jumbo-tron screen. Is it worth it? Aren't you there to watch football? Will this help or hurt replay? Tausch gives his honest thoughts on this new improvement.

Storm Team 4 Chief Meteorologist Brian Niznansky joins the show and he's got a huge bird problem. Like a huge bird, that actually turned out to be an owl. We have the sound of the owl and it's loud. Niz also previews today's rain that we've been monitoring and how intense it possibly could be. And wouldn't you know it – we get a severe thunderstorm watch sent out right as Niz says it.

Learn what cattle behavior can tell Wisconsin State Fair visitors and how farmers use monitoring technology to track activity, breeding and health.