Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey

In this Week's lookback: Journalists Mary Spicuzza and Dan Simmons – Wisconsin connections in the Epstein Files Lincoln Project Senior Advisor Trygve Olsen – New AI platform LSN2U designed to help heal relationships destroyed by political disagreements Wisconsin Candidate for Governor and Lieutenant Governor Sarah Rodriguez – Her new healthcare plan for Wisconsin Democratic Strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican Strategist Bill McCoshen – What should the business model of newspapers be? Marquette University Lubar Center Director Judge Derek Mosley – Trump's racist video of the Obamas and learning from the past

Kristin Brey is joined in-studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Republican strategist Bill McCoshen for a wide-ranging breakdown of a partial federal government shutdown that flew under the radar, ongoing court battles over immigration enforcement, and whether ICE’s presence in Minnesota is temporary or here to stay. They also debate the status of the Jeffrey Epstein files and the much needed consequences for those exposed. The conversation turns to the business and future of journalism amid layoffs at The Washington Post, followed by a look at a funding dispute involving Wisconsin’s Department of Public Instruction. The show wraps with Say Something Nice, Super Bowl chatter, and a conversation with Judge Derek Mosley on Black History Month, overlooked chapters of Black history, and upcoming events at Marquette’s Lubar Center.

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Kristin Brey opens the show with listener feedback and a sharp discussion on the unchecked power of billionaires, sparked by massive layoffs at The Washington Post and questions about moral responsibility when extreme wealth meets public institutions. Listeners weigh in on taxation, fairness, and accountability. In Forward Thinking, City Forward Collective’s Colleston Morgan joins to explain Milwaukee Public Schools’ budget process and what it means for school funding and facilities. Later, City Stories with Urban Milwaukee’s Jeramey Jannene covers police residency rules, Wisconsin Center District controversies, Milwaukee County’s healthcare contract lapse, a sudden city resignation tied to constitutional issues, and a local name appearing in the Jeffrey Epstein files.

Kristin Brey is joined by guest co-host Todd Allbaugh for a wide-ranging conversation on accountability, democracy, and trust. They react to continued media layoffs, including at The Washington Post, and question why public outrage has faded over the partial release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. The show also features Lincoln Project senior advisor Trygve Olsen, who introduces his new AI platform designed to help repair relationships fractured by political division. Later, former Danish lawmaker Kristian Jensen provides context on Greenland’s role within Denmark and the strained U.S.–Denmark relationship amid renewed interest from President Trump. Kristin and Todd close with a discussion on voting rights legislation in Congress and a look at the Winter Olympics and the Super Bowl.

Kristin Brey is joined by Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez for an in-depth discussion on her proposal for a Wisconsin healthcare public option, how it would work alongside existing programs, and what happens if political gridlock stands in the way. Kristin also presses the lieutenant governor on legislative strategy and how she’s making the case to undecided voters. Later, WRTP | Big Step CEO Lindsay Blumer joins in-studio to explain how workforce intermediaries, apprenticeships, and employer partnerships are modernizing Wisconsin’s labor market. Kristin wraps up with results from the Extra Points immigration survey, a look at shifting public opinion, a comparison to Spain’s new immigration policy, and a spotlight on a Wisconsin high school team heading to nationals.

Kristin Brey runs solo in the studio this Monday. She's joined in this packed show by WISN's Political Director Matt Smith. The two break down the latest in the ICE operation in Minneapolis, an ACLU Lawsuit against 5 Wisconsin Sheriffs, and Fire Chief Aaron Lipski's push for sprinklers in older buildings. Then, Mary Spicuzza and Dan Simmons join the show to discuss potential ICE regret and Wisconin's connections to the Epstein files. Later on, Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano joins the program to weigh in on the value of the dollar, the government shutdown, and bitcoin. Lastly, former Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels calls in explaining why he's urging for less division in our politics. Later this month, on February 16th at 7pm in Madison - Former Governor Mitch Daniels will be headlining UW Madison La Follette School of Public Affairs spring spotlight with a conversation titled “Higher Ed, Public Policy, and a Divided America with Governor Mitch Daniels”

In this Week's lookback: Steve and Kristin react to the killing of Alex Pretti by ICE officers. Former U.S. Attorney James Santelle – Closing Arguments on the ongoing constitutional crisis Author Dr. Joanna Massey – Free speech and the internet Marquette University clinical assistant professor in the department of biomedical sciences Dr. Bekir “Bek” Altas – The science and rise of Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs. Democratic Strategist Joe Zepecki and Institute for Reforming Government General Counsel Jake Curtis – Wisconsin Governor's race and FBI raid in Fulton County, Georgia.

Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined in-studio by Democratic strategist Joe Zepecki and Institute for Reforming Government’s Jake Curtis to examine the progress of immigration enforcement in Minneapolis. They break down ICE leadership changes, President Trump’s border strategy, and how recent events are reshaping public trust and political priorities. The conversation shifts to Wisconsin politics, including Trump’s endorsements, a shake-up in the governor’s race, and implications for upcoming primaries. The show also touches on election-fraud investigations, the possible release of additional Epstein files, and wraps with Say Something Nice, Grab Bag, and the Week-In-Review.

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