Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Institute for Reforming Government General Counsel Jake Curtis to react to Tuesday’s State of the Union address, debate its tone and future, and break down new Marquette Law School Poll numbers in Wisconsin’s State Supreme Court and governor’s races. They also discuss a lawsuit filed by several Wisconsin school districts over funding concerns. Later, Brewers Extra Innings host Dominic Cotroneo joins to preview spring training, manager Pat Murphy’s extension, the strength of the farm system, and what surprises could be ahead this season. The show wraps with Say Something Nice, Grab Bags, and the Week-In-Review.

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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down the latest Marquette Law School Poll, including a surprising lead in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor and shifting party favorability numbers. They also take listener reactions to what the polling says about the political landscape heading into 2026. In Forward Thinking, City Forward Collective’s Colleston Morgan joins to discuss the education crisis on Milwaukee’s North Side, disparities in school outcomes, MPS budgeting challenges, and what voters can do moving forward. Later, City Stories with Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene covers updates on habitual parking violators, Wisconsin Center District drama, legislative clashes in Madison, and ongoing development and infrastructure issues across Milwaukee.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down President Trump’s latest State of the Union address and debate whether the annual speech still serves a meaningful purpose. They also examine a lawsuit filed by Wisconsin school districts alleging unequal funding, discuss the future of higher education in the age of AI, and question whether learning is being replaced by shortcuts. Later, Meagan Johnson from Milwaukee Diaper Mission joins to share details about the upcoming Bowling for Babies fundraiser and how listeners can get involved. The show wraps with a discussion on the Packers cracking down on ticket resales and a lively Ask Us Anything covering everything from energy rates to gardening.

Kristin Brey opens the show by sharing insights from a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel forum on the future of data centers in Wisconsin, sparking a discussion on energy demand, land use, and what it means for local communities. Steve and Kristin also preview President Trump’s upcoming State of the Union address, react to commentary from Stephen A. Smith, and debate how political theater shapes public perception. Later, the hosts examine Norway’s Winter Olympics dominance and whether its youth sports model could work in the U.S., break down lesser-known bills moving through the Wisconsin legislature, and consider new research suggesting slower-paced hobbies like birdwatching may actually benefit the brain.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by WISN political director Matt Smith to break down Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address, the debate over tax relief and Wisconsin’s budget surplus, and Assembly Speaker Robin Vos’ announced retirement. They also react to Evers’ comments on local law enforcement working with ICE and discuss the broader political fallout. Later, the conversation turns to unrest in Mexico, claims of voter fraud in Georgia, and the show’s Extra Points newsletter giveaway. Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano joins for a Monday Market Preview on new global tariffs, inflation, GDP growth, and what it means for consumers. The show wraps with reflections on the Winter Olympics and the intersection of politics and sports.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen to react to breaking news of the U.S. Supreme Court striking down President Trump’s tariffs and what it means for markets and the broader economy. They also debate rising tensions with Iran and whether U.S. involvement could escalate. Closer to home, the panel discusses drama in the Wisconsin legislature, the long-awaited passage of Gail’s Law, sports betting legislation, and new polling in the governor’s race. The show wraps with Say Something, Grab Bags, an update on the upcoming Bowling for Babies event, the Week-In-Review, and a look ahead to Brewers spring training and the Chicago Bears’ stadium future.

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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down late-night drama at the Wisconsin Capitol over Gail’s Law, joined by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Jessie Opoien with firsthand insight from inside the chamber. They also welcome Milwaukee Magazine’s Chelsea Mamerow to preview the upcoming Unity Awards and give a spoiler warning on Wisconsin native Jordan Stolz’s latest performance at the Winter Olympics. In City Stories, Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene unpacks ongoing tension within the Milwaukee Common Council, fallout from recent controversies, and what it means for city governance. The conversation also covers the Brewers’ pothole donation, airport parking plans, facial recognition policy debates, school relocations, development issues, and even medieval combat coming to Bay View.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey break down Governor Tony Evers’ final State of the State address, reactions from Republican legislative leaders, and what the budget surplus and election-year politics mean for Wisconsin’s future. They also discuss Sweden’s move away from screens in schools and whether American classrooms should follow suit, plus Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg facing scrutiny and what it signals for social media regulation. Later, Marquette political science professor Dr. Julia Azari joins to explore the history and structure of political polarization in the U.S. The show wraps with Ask Us Anything, covering voting regulations, legislative debates over data centers, a few freeway tangents, and the latest from the Extra Points newsletter.