Pete dives into an eclectic mix of topics, starting with a lively debate on listeners’ favorite First Ladies, where Michelle Obama and Eleanor Roosevelt lead the pack. Comedian and TV host Zane Lamprey shares tales from his adventurous career, from tasting exotic foods to navigating the ever-changing landscape of the entertainment industry. Filmmaker Nellie Kluz […]

Guests: Nellie Kluz, Zane Lamprey

Apr 28, 2025

44:02

Pete Schwaba kicks off the night with a debate over favorite First Ladies, with Michelle Obama and Jackie Kennedy leading the pack. Then Zane Lamprey joins and shares his journey into comedy, his brewery tour, and the tale of how Mark Cuban bought his show, painting a picture of laughter, drinks, and unexpected opportunities. Zane […]

Guest: Zane Lamprey

Apr 28, 2025

44:02

Even if you live outside of Northeastern Wisconsin, NEWisco Weekend is one of Civic Media’s greatest weekly shows! It is hosted by none other than Civic Media News Northeast Wisconsin Bureau Chief Lisa Hale, and she joins Pete tonight to give a preview of the fun conversations she’ll be having this weekend in celebrating superheroes […]

Guests: Lisa Hale, Paige Kleber, Teri Barr

Apr 25, 2025

44:02

Comedian Ritch Shydner sticks around for the beginning of today’s second hour to share more stories about marijuana and Steve Martin. (Note: those are two separate stories.) At the bottom of the hour, Don Rosen of WRJN calls in to share stories about what it was like to grow up in the same class as […]

Guests: Don Rosen, Ritch Shydner

Apr 24, 2025

42:59

Konrad is still hanging out at the NFL draft, so Pete broadcasts live from Madison again. There, he is ambushed by WMDX Station Manager Kathryn Lake and Gordy Young of The John and Gordy Show, as well as Gordy’s ostrich puppet. Fill-in producer Aaron joins the three of them to kick off our question of […]

Guests: Gordy Young, Kathryn Lake, Ritch Shydner

Apr 24, 2025

43:00

Join Pete Schwaba as he chats with filmmakers Toby Jones and Ben Hansen about their indie film ‘A.J. Goes to the Dog Park’ and its journey from a nano-budget venture to the Milwaukee Film Festival. We also welcome to the show Mark Evans, another filmmaker from the Milwaukee Film Festival, who shares insights into his […]

Guests: Ben Hanson, Marq Evans, Toby Jones

Apr 23, 2025

44:02

Pete is live down in Madison tonight as his producer Conrad takes a couple days off to enjoy the NFL draft. He and fill-in producer Sam ponder tonight’s question: what is the best song from a movie? Later, Pete welcomes in the creative force behind the movie AJ Goes to the Dog Park, screening in […]

Guests: Ben Hanson, Toby Jones

Apr 23, 2025

44:02

Pete is joined with filmmaker Laura Diane Kezman about her documentary ‘Cycle,’ premiering at the Milwaukee Film Festival. Wrestling aficionado Rich LoCascio joins to debrief the explosive WrestleMania, highlighting John Cena’s dramatic heel turn and Paul Heyman’s shocking betrayal. They also explore women’s wrestling’s evolution and debate wrestling personas. Texts from listeners offer hilarious wrestling […]

Guests: Laura Dyan Kezman, Rich LoCascio

Apr 22, 2025

44:32

Pete and Konrad share who they think the Packers should draft in the 2025 NFL Draft. Then filmmaker Laura Dyan Kezman. Her documentary, ‘Cycle’, sheds light on the tragic police shooting in Racine, Wisconsin, a case overlooked by mainstream media. The film captures the cycle of police violence through firsthand accounts, unseen depositions, and community […]

Guest: Laura Dyan Kezman

Apr 22, 2025

44:32

Pete talks the Milwaukee Film Festival with guest Kerstin Larson. Discover 200 phenomenal films and events like filmmaker happy hours and talks with groups like Action Wisconsin, advocating for film incentives. Then, Tim Sauers previews the Overture Center’s upcoming lineup, featuring Back to the Future: The Musical, The Book of Mormon, and Hamilton’s return. Nite […]

Guests: Kerstin Larson, Tim Sauers

Apr 21, 2025

44:32