http://newsmakers.network/show/politicalradar/ Political Radar discusses political topics from multiple points of views while looking for common ground. en-us Political Radar © 2024 Newsamkers Network Yes Political Opinion from All Sides Daniel Jones djones@sbwire.com http://newsmakers.network/episode/385/ Political Radar Eric Drzewiecki, joins Elliot for this episode of Political Radar Green Bay. They discuss how will Warren and Sanders policies effect Green Bay and it’s large population of insurance industry employees whether Andrew Yang is sane and knows math, whether Capitalism needs an image re-write 00:54:08 Wed, 18 Sep 2019 14:51:00 -0500 Eric Drzewiecki, joins Elliot for this episode of Political Radar Green Bay. They discuss how will Warren and Sanders policies effect Green Bay and it’s large population of insurance industry employees whether Andrew Yang is sane and knows math, whether Capitalism needs an image re-write

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/382/ Political Radar Chuck Collier, Co-Editor/Reporter for the Denmark News joins Elliot for this episode of Political Radar Green Bay. They discuss local engagement in the political process, corporate influence on lawmakers, and the death of the American family farm. 00:42:40 Mon, 09 Sep 2019 14:52:49 -0500 Chuck Collier, Co-Editor/Reporter for the Denmark News joins Elliot for this episode of Political Radar Green Bay. They discuss local engagement in the political process, corporate influence on lawmakers, and the death of the American family farm.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/380/ Political Radar Phil Jennerjahn joins Elliot for this episode of Political Radar Green Bay. They discuss the voting record of Green Bay's newest mayor and the conservative view of the 2020 presidential election. 00:40:58 Wed, 04 Sep 2019 13:36:51 -0500 Phil Jennerjahn joins Elliot for this episode of Political Radar Green Bay. They discuss the voting record of Green Bay's newest mayor and the conservative view of the 2020 presidential election.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/374/ Political Radar From Newmakers Network’s Milwaukee studio Elliot discusses the problems with public school with Jacob Jones, Political Radar’s Producer. They discuss the problem of school shootings, the red tape placed on school volunteers, and a recent case of alleged sexual assault from a school employee from Green Bay Southwest High school. 00:37:26 Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:41:28 -0500 From Newmakers Network’s Milwaukee studio Elliot discusses the problems with public school with Jacob Jones, Political Radar’s Producer. They discuss the problem of school shootings, the red tape placed on school volunteers, and a recent case of alleged sexual assault from a school employee from Green Bay Southwest High school.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/370/ Political Radar In this laid back episode of the The Big Picture with Mark Becker, Mark sits down with his good friend and Brown County board member, Tom Sieber. Mark and Tom discuss Tom’s winding road of political identity, the political divide in the media, and gerrymandering. 01:10:03 Wed, 14 Aug 2019 12:08:36 -0500 In this laid back episode of the The Big Picture with Mark Becker, Mark sits down with his good friend and Brown County board member, Tom Sieber. Mark and Tom discuss Tom’s winding road of political identity, the political divide in the media, and gerrymandering.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/364/ Political Radar Many economists agree that the world is heading to another recession. In this episode Elliot and Jacob discuss how bad the next recession may or may not be, what we can do to prevent it (nothing), and how we should hold those responsible for the previous recession accountable. 00:38:04 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 14:36:19 -0500 Many economists agree that the world is heading to another recession. In this episode Elliot and Jacob discuss how bad the next recession may or may not be, what we can do to prevent it (nothing), and how we should hold those responsible for the previous recession accountable.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/359/ Political Radar WI State Representative for the 57th District and congressional candidate Amanda Stuck is challenging US Representative Mike Gallagher of Wisconsin’s 8th district on a platform of healthcare reform and receptiveness to the issues facing Wisconsin’s working class. Mark Becker and Amanda discuss how Amanda’s background shapes her as a candidate, The lessons she has learned as an a member of Wisconsin’s minority party, and Congressman Gallagher’s shunning of his community prioritizing party allegiance. 00:27:22 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 16:13:36 -0500 WI State Representative for the 57th District and congressional candidate Amanda Stuck is challenging US Representative Mike Gallagher of Wisconsin’s 8th district on a platform of healthcare reform and receptiveness to the issues facing Wisconsin’s working class. Mark Becker and Amanda discuss how Amanda’s background shapes her as a candidate, The lessons she has learned as an a member of Wisconsin’s minority party, and Congressman Gallagher’s shunning of his community prioritizing party allegiance.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/357/ Political Radar Donald Trump attacked 4 congresswomen* *collectively know as “The Squad”via Twitter. These attacks have been called out by many as racist, however the deciding factor on if it was racist or not seems to be party affiliation. 00:40:04 Wed, 24 Jul 2019 16:59:46 -0500 Donald Trump attacked 4 congresswomen* *collectively know as “The Squad”via Twitter. These attacks have been called out by many as racist, however the deciding factor on if it was racist or not seems to be party affiliation.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/352/ Political Radar Representative Staush Gruszynski (Assembly District 90) joins Mark Becker for the very first episode of The Big Picture With Mark Becker. They discuss the extreme divide in the Wisconsin state government and how anything can get done with such a divide. 01:12:05 Thu, 18 Jul 2019 14:57:24 -0500 Representative Staush Gruszynski (Assembly District 90) joins Mark Becker for the very first episode of The Big Picture With Mark Becker. They discuss the extreme divide in the Wisconsin state government and how anything can get done with such a divide.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/347/ Political Radar The 4th of July is a day for Americans to look back at their countries proud history.....or is it? The rise of authoritarianism and cynicism towards the government and wilsonianism intervention has left some Americans more jaded to patriotism/nationalism. Now the controversial president of the US, Donald Trump has set his sights on making the day about him. How will that go over? 00:00:00 Fri, 05 Jul 2019 16:34:21 -0500 The 4th of July is a day for Americans to look back at their countries proud history.....or is it? The rise of authoritarianism and cynicism towards the government and wilsonianism intervention has left some Americans more jaded to patriotism/nationalism. Now the controversial president of the US, Donald Trump has set his sights on making the day about him. How will that go over?

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/346/ Political Radar Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Apple are all giant tech companies with massive reach. Recently, some politicians have proposed plans to break up these companies for various reasons. Jacob and Elliot discuss why this may or may not be a good idea and the general control of corporations on America 00:46:04 Tue, 02 Jul 2019 17:13:43 -0500 Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Apple are all giant tech companies with massive reach. Recently, some politicians have proposed plans to break up these companies for various reasons. Jacob and Elliot discuss why this may or may not be a good idea and the general control of corporations on America

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/342/ Political Radar Jason Jerry, the founder of the Greater Green Bay Society of the Llama and a community activist is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Jason talk support for new media, the future of Green Bay under it's new mayor, and local happenings like controversies over liquor licenses. 00:34:33 Wed, 08 May 2019 14:46:45 -0500 Jason Jerry, the founder of the Greater Green Bay Society of the Llama and a community activist is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Jason talk support for new media, the future of Green Bay under it's new mayor, and local happenings like controversies over liquor licenses.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/341/ Political Radar It is about time for the 2020 Presidential Election Primary. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss the announced candidates and what their goals are. 01:09:23 Tue, 30 Apr 2019 11:32:19 -0500 It is about time for the 2020 Presidential Election Primary. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss the announced candidates and what their goals are.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/340/ Political Radar Changes to the way we vote in the US have been a hot topic over the past few weeks with several states changing their voting systems. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss the effects of the electoral college and some of the alternate systems we could use. 00:37:20 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 14:20:32 -0500 Changes to the way we vote in the US have been a hot topic over the past few weeks with several states changing their voting systems. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss the effects of the electoral college and some of the alternate systems we could use.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/339/ Political Radar Joe Moore, one of our most frequent guests and candidate for mayor is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Joe talk about the results of the mayoral primary, why Joe is pushing a write-in campaign, and what steps we can take to attract people to move to Green Bay. 00:00:00 Thu, 28 Mar 2019 14:08:30 -0500 Joe Moore, one of our most frequent guests and candidate for mayor is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Joe talk about the results of the mayoral primary, why Joe is pushing a write-in campaign, and what steps we can take to attract people to move to Green Bay.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/338/ Political Radar Brenda Warren, one of Green Bay's School Board candidates is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Brenda talk about the steps made to improve the school district and Washington Middle School, security measures in schools, and how/when to cut administrative jobs. 00:51:07 Tue, 26 Mar 2019 15:27:56 -0500 Brenda Warren, one of Green Bay's School Board candidates is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Brenda talk about the steps made to improve the school district and Washington Middle School, security measures in schools, and how/when to cut administrative jobs.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/337/ Political Radar Eric Vanden Heuvel , one of Green Bay's School Board candidates is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Kristina about why people leave the school district and thinking outside the box. 00:00:00 Thu, 14 Mar 2019 16:08:09 -0500 Eric Vanden Heuvel , one of Green Bay's School Board candidates is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Kristina about why people leave the school district and thinking outside the box.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/336/ Political Radar Kristina Shelton, one of Green Bay's School Board candidates is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Kristina about teacher hiring and why she is running. 00:32:33 Tue, 12 Mar 2019 12:22:07 -0500 Kristina Shelton, one of Green Bay's School Board candidates is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Kristina about teacher hiring and why she is running.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/335/ Political Radar Jacob Jones, the producer of Political Radar is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss the surprising results of the 2019 Mayoral election Primary for Green Bay, Wisconsin. 00:41:29 Thu, 28 Feb 2019 14:46:01 -0600 Jacob Jones, the producer of Political Radar is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss the surprising results of the 2019 Mayoral election Primary for Green Bay, Wisconsin.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/333/ Political Radar John Jahnke, one of Green Bay's School Board candidates is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot asks John about changes that need to be made to the school board and why John is running. 00:33:06 Thu, 14 Feb 2019 16:42:34 -0600 John Jahnke, one of Green Bay's School Board candidates is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot asks John about changes that need to be made to the school board and why John is running.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/332/ Political Radar Joe Moore, one of Green Bay's mayoral candidates and a former three term alderman is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot asks Joe about his expected outcomes for the race, the things that set hime apart from the crowd and more. 00:33:37 Wed, 13 Feb 2019 16:12:02 -0600 Joe Moore, one of Green Bay's mayoral candidates and a former three term alderman is this episode's guest. In this episode, Elliot asks Joe about his expected outcomes for the race, the things that set hime apart from the crowd and more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/330/ Political Radar Pat Evans, one of Green Bay's mayoral candidates and the Brown County Supervisor for District 9 is this episodes guest. In this episode, Elliot asks Pat about running car fines, how to balance the city's budget, and the lessons to learn from Monopoly. 00:36:06 Wed, 06 Feb 2019 12:58:02 -0600 Pat Evans, one of Green Bay's mayoral candidates and the Brown County Supervisor for District 9 is this episodes guest. In this episode, Elliot asks Pat about running car fines, how to balance the city's budget, and the lessons to learn from Monopoly.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/329/ Political Radar Mark Steuer, one of Green Bay's mayoral candidates and Green Bay's Alderman for District 10. In this episode, Elliot asks Mark about the things that set him apart from the crowd andhis reaction to the town hall debate. 00:00:00 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 11:25:24 -0600 Mark Steuer, one of Green Bay's mayoral candidates and Green Bay's Alderman for District 10. In this episode, Elliot asks Mark about the things that set him apart from the crowd andhis reaction to the town hall debate.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/327/ Political Radar The midterm election was a pretty major success for Democrats and has lead to many questions of what will happen in 2019 and beyond. Elliot and Jacob discuss the chances of a Donald Trump Impeachment and throw out some crazy ideas for who might run for president in 2020. 00:42:48 Wed, 26 Dec 2018 14:45:07 -0600 The midterm election was a pretty major success for Democrats and has lead to many questions of what will happen in 2019 and beyond. Elliot and Jacob discuss the chances of a Donald Trump Impeachment and throw out some crazy ideas for who might run for president in 2020.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/326/ Political Radar Nick Mortensen is one of several candidates running for the position of Mayor in Green Bay, WI. In this episode, Elliot asks Nick about the current political climate in Green Bay and what distinguishes him from the other candidates on the ballot. 00:49:07 Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:41:30 -0600 Nick Mortensen is one of several candidates running for the position of Mayor in Green Bay, WI. In this episode, Elliot asks Nick about the current political climate in Green Bay and what distinguishes him from the other candidates on the ballot.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/325/ Political Radar The past few weeks have heated up debates over how we as a nation treat our soldiers both current and past. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss matters like the abysmal state of the VA, disrespect to fallen soldiers, and the current mobilization of troops to the southern border. 00:25:48 Tue, 20 Nov 2018 14:58:26 -0600 The past few weeks have heated up debates over how we as a nation treat our soldiers both current and past. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss matters like the abysmal state of the VA, disrespect to fallen soldiers, and the current mobilization of troops to the southern border.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/324/ Political Radar In the Midterm election Democrats made some expected gains while stumbling in some areas. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss the results of the election, some of the races that weren't focused on much, and the tense race for Governor in Wisconsin between Tony Evers and Scott Walker. 00:00:00 Tue, 13 Nov 2018 11:17:43 -0600 In the Midterm election Democrats made some expected gains while stumbling in some areas. In this episode, Elliot and Jacob discuss the results of the election, some of the races that weren't focused on much, and the tense race for Governor in Wisconsin between Tony Evers and Scott Walker.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/323/ Political Radar The purging of voter rolls to influence the 2018 midterm election has been a big problem in the past few weeks. This episode Jacob and Elliot discuss their thoughts on voter suppression and make some predictions for the 2018 election. 00:37:47 Wed, 07 Nov 2018 16:41:12 -0600 The purging of voter rolls to influence the 2018 midterm election has been a big problem in the past few weeks. This episode Jacob and Elliot discuss their thoughts on voter suppression and make some predictions for the 2018 election.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/322/ Political Radar Green Bay Board of Education Trustee Rhonda Sitnikau is our guest on this episode of Blind Partisan. This episode Rhonda and Elliot discuss the inner workings of the Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education and some of the challenges Rhonda has faced since being elected to the board. 01:05:16 Wed, 31 Oct 2018 16:00:27 -0500 Green Bay Board of Education Trustee Rhonda Sitnikau is our guest on this episode of Blind Partisan. This episode Rhonda and Elliot discuss the inner workings of the Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education and some of the challenges Rhonda has faced since being elected to the board.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/321/ Political Radar The purging of voter rolls to influence the 2018 midterm election has been a big problem in the past few weeks. This episode Jacob and Elliot discuss their thoughts on voter suppression and make some predictions for the 2018 election. 00:00:00 Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:42:33 -0500 The purging of voter rolls to influence the 2018 midterm election has been a big problem in the past few weeks. This episode Jacob and Elliot discuss their thoughts on voter suppression and make some predictions for the 2018 election.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/320/ Political Radar Many US voters have fears over the influence of money in politics. This episode Jacob and Elliot discuss their thoughts on money in politics, Lobbyists, and the impact of Super PACs and dark money. 00:36:55 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 13:29:54 -0500 Many US voters have fears over the influence of money in politics. This episode Jacob and Elliot discuss their thoughts on money in politics, Lobbyists, and the impact of Super PACs and dark money.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/319/ Political Radar President Trump has announced a new trade deal with Canada and Mexico to amend NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement). This episode Jacob and Elliot discuss their initial reactions to the new NAFTA deal and have some fun ranting about who knows what. 00:00:00 Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:37:20 -0500 President Trump has announced a new trade deal with Canada and Mexico to amend NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement). This episode Jacob and Elliot discuss their initial reactions to the new NAFTA deal and have some fun ranting about who knows what.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/318/ Political Radar 3 Women have come forward and accused supreme court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault. This episode Jacob and Dalton discuss how this may effect his nomination and how Republicans and Democrats have responded to the allegations. 00:34:25 Thu, 27 Sep 2018 14:54:19 -0500 3 Women have come forward and accused supreme court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault. This episode Jacob and Dalton discuss how this may effect his nomination and how Republicans and Democrats have responded to the allegations.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/317/ Political Radar Hurricane Florence Ravaged the US East coast and now Elliot and Jacob discuss our nations response to hurricanes, how (or if) FEMA should be funded, and the effects of global warming on hurricane frequency and intensity. 00:00:00 Thu, 20 Sep 2018 16:21:10 -0500 Hurricane Florence Ravaged the US East coast and now Elliot and Jacob discuss our nations response to hurricanes, how (or if) FEMA should be funded, and the effects of global warming on hurricane frequency and intensity.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/316/ Political Radar The chaos of the Trump White House is the topic of this Blind Partisan episode! Jacob and Elliot discuss the anonymous op-ed written by a trump white House staffer in this episode. 00:00:00 Wed, 19 Sep 2018 13:56:43 -0500 The chaos of the Trump White House is the topic of this Blind Partisan episode! Jacob and Elliot discuss the anonymous op-ed written by a trump white House staffer in this episode.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/315/ Political Radar Elliot and Jacob discuss the feud between President Donald Trump and Google on this episode of Blind Partisan. As usual, they take several detours to discuss whether tech giants should be treated as utilities, whether “facts” can have implicit bias, and some creepy examples of tech companies spying on people. 00:00:00 Mon, 10 Sep 2018 12:05:35 -0500 Elliot and Jacob discuss the feud between President Donald Trump and Google on this episode of Blind Partisan. As usual, they take several detours to discuss whether tech giants should be treated as utilities, whether “facts” can have implicit bias, and some creepy examples of tech companies spying on people.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/313/ Political Radar Elliot, with special guests Phil Anderson and Patrick Baird of the Libertarian Party of Wisconsin discuss the race for the positions of Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin and the challenges that arise for them as third party candidates on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss some of the most pressing issues to Wisconsin Citizens like schools, the legalization of Marijuana, and Foxconn. 00:00:00 Thu, 23 Aug 2018 15:01:00 -0500 Elliot, with special guests Phil Anderson and Patrick Baird of the Libertarian Party of Wisconsin discuss the race for the positions of Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin and the challenges that arise for them as third party candidates on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss some of the most pressing issues to Wisconsin Citizens like schools, the legalization of Marijuana, and Foxconn.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/309/ Political Radar Elliot and Jacob discuss Info Wars Host Alex Jones on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the recent purge of his content from several major platforms like YouTube, Itunes and Spotify. They discuss censorship and where the line should be. They also discuss the battle between content creators and the platforms they publish on. 00:37:49 Thu, 16 Aug 2018 11:50:58 -0500 Elliot and Jacob discuss Info Wars Host Alex Jones on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the recent purge of his content from several major platforms like YouTube, Itunes and Spotify. They discuss censorship and where the line should be. They also discuss the battle between content creators and the platforms they publish on.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/308/ Political Radar Elliot and Jacob discuss President Donald Trump's relationship with the media in this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how both media on the left like MSNBC and media on the right like Fox News perceive the president as well as the interactions of Donald trump on social media. 00:32:07 Thu, 02 Aug 2018 12:03:06 -0500 Elliot and Jacob discuss President Donald Trump's relationship with the media in this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how both media on the left like MSNBC and media on the right like Fox News perceive the president as well as the interactions of Donald trump on social media.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/307/ Political Radar Elliot and Jacob discuss the trade war currently brewing between between the United States and Canada in this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how tariffs in general hurt both parties, which countries have the largest tariffs and why the US federal government is being aggressive with trade. 00:28:59 Tue, 24 Jul 2018 11:40:29 -0500 Elliot and Jacob discuss the trade war currently brewing between between the United States and Canada in this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how tariffs in general hurt both parties, which countries have the largest tariffs and why the US federal government is being aggressive with trade.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/306/ Political Radar Elliot and Jacob discuss the relations between the United States and Russia in this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss some of the acts that Russia has committed, Whether Russia is an enemy of the United States, and whether US President Donald Trump has been compromised by the Russian given recent meetings between Trump and Putin in Helsinki, Finland. 00:36:02 Thu, 19 Jul 2018 12:23:48 -0500 Elliot and Jacob discuss the relations between the United States and Russia in this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss some of the acts that Russia has committed, Whether Russia is an enemy of the United States, and whether US President Donald Trump has been compromised by the Russian given recent meetings between Trump and Putin in Helsinki, Finland.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/305/ Political Radar Elliot and Jacob discuss the United States Supreme Court on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the announced retirement of Justice Anthony Kennedy, his nominated replacement Brett Kavanaugh and the problems facing our justice system 00:32:11 Mon, 16 Jul 2018 16:02:55 -0500 Elliot and Jacob discuss the United States Supreme Court on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the announced retirement of Justice Anthony Kennedy, his nominated replacement Brett Kavanaugh and the problems facing our justice system

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/301/ Political Radar Wendy Coriell joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the legalization of Marijuana, especially for medical uses. They also discuss negative experiences with landlords and the shakeups with city council. 00:27:48 Wed, 25 Apr 2018 17:42:16 -0500 Wendy Coriell joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the legalization of Marijuana, especially for medical uses. They also discuss negative experiences with landlords and the shakeups with city council.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/300/ Political Radar Brown County Supervisor Erik Hoyer joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss Brown County's controversial sales tax, the benefits of reducing the county's debt, and the need to fund the new expo center. 00:31:29 Wed, 25 Apr 2018 17:39:52 -0500 Brown County Supervisor Erik Hoyer joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss Brown County's controversial sales tax, the benefits of reducing the county's debt, and the need to fund the new expo center.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/296/ Political Radar Director of Public Affairs for the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Popkey sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the Tittletown economic development project. They discuss some of the already finished projects in the district and some of the big new developments coming within the next year. 00:33:12 Mon, 23 Apr 2018 14:59:42 -0500 Director of Public Affairs for the Green Bay Packers, Aaron Popkey sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the Tittletown economic development project. They discuss some of the already finished projects in the district and some of the big new developments coming within the next year.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/295/ Political Radar Green Bay City Council Candidate for District 12 Kathy A. Hinkfuss joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss Green Bay's wheel tax, the number of years the tax should last, and how much constituents approve of an increase to sales taxes. 00:27:14 Mon, 23 Apr 2018 14:56:05 -0500 Green Bay City Council Candidate for District 12 Kathy A. Hinkfuss joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss Green Bay's wheel tax, the number of years the tax should last, and how much constituents approve of an increase to sales taxes.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/294/ Political Radar Brown County Supervisor Erik Hoyer joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss Brown County's controversial sales tax, the benefits of reducing the county's debt, and the need to fund the new expo center. 00:31:29 Mon, 09 Apr 2018 21:11:26 -0500 Brown County Supervisor Erik Hoyer joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss Brown County's controversial sales tax, the benefits of reducing the county's debt, and the need to fund the new expo center.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/293/ Political Radar Green Bay Council Alder for District 9, Brian Johnson sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the results of the April 3rd Election. They discuss Brian's victory over District 9's incumbent, The other shakeups in the election and the projects Brian will champion for District 9. 00:27:30 Wed, 04 Apr 2018 15:00:56 -0500 Green Bay Council Alder for District 9, Brian Johnson sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the results of the April 3rd Election. They discuss Brian's victory over District 9's incumbent, The other shakeups in the election and the projects Brian will champion for District 9.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/292/ Political Radar De Pere Alderman Casey Nelson sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the De Pere Transgender Anti-discrimination Ordinance. They discuss the creation of the ordinance, the process of passing i, and the reasons to have such a law. 00:25:08 Mon, 02 Apr 2018 13:43:53 -0500 De Pere Alderman Casey Nelson sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the De Pere Transgender Anti-discrimination Ordinance. They discuss the creation of the ordinance, the process of passing i, and the reasons to have such a law.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/291/ Political Radar Brown County Clerk, Sandy Juno sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss April 3rd Election in Brown County for many important positions, why voter registration could be handled better, and we defend our elections. 00:27:42 Mon, 02 Apr 2018 13:46:04 -0500 Brown County Clerk, Sandy Juno sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss April 3rd Election in Brown County for many important positions, why voter registration could be handled better, and we defend our elections.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/290/ Political Radar Brown County Board Candidate for District 4 Eric Drzewiecki joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how the Brown County Sales tax should be put up to a referendum, how non voters are created, and whether or not taxes are theft. 00:28:04 Mon, 02 Apr 2018 11:24:01 -0500 Brown County Board Candidate for District 4 Eric Drzewiecki joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how the Brown County Sales tax should be put up to a referendum, how non voters are created, and whether or not taxes are theft.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/289/ Political Radar Green Bay City Council District 2 Candidate Veronica Corpus-Dax joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the likely losses that Colburn Pool will incur and how Green Bay can attract young professionals. 00:27:33 Wed, 28 Mar 2018 14:20:43 -0500 Green Bay City Council District 2 Candidate Veronica Corpus-Dax joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the likely losses that Colburn Pool will incur and how Green Bay can attract young professionals.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/288/ Political Radar Green Bay City Council District 7 Candidate Shannon Spoehr joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss what drives a citizen to run run for public office for the first time and the disenfranchisement voters. 00:28:02 Tue, 27 Mar 2018 13:07:48 -0500 Green Bay City Council District 7 Candidate Shannon Spoehr joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss what drives a citizen to run run for public office for the first time and the disenfranchisement voters.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/287/ Political Radar Green Bay City Council Alderman for District 8 Chris Wery joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the shipyard project and what roadblocks led to the Green Bay bullfrogs moving to Ashwaubenon. They also talk about the numbers behind Colburn Pool and how it could pay for itself. 00:27:21 Mon, 26 Mar 2018 14:10:02 -0500 Green Bay City Council Alderman for District 8 Chris Wery joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the shipyard project and what roadblocks led to the Green Bay bullfrogs moving to Ashwaubenon. They also talk about the numbers behind Colburn Pool and how it could pay for itself.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/286/ Political Radar Green Bay City Council District Candidate Brian Johnson joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss respecting the opinions of peers in City Council to get projects done, getting rid of personal issues and moving forward for the city, implementing term limits, what the job of the city is to provide to the public, fixing roads, implementing a wheel tax, and public safety. 00:30:11 Thu, 22 Mar 2018 10:11:25 -0500 Green Bay City Council District Candidate Brian Johnson joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss respecting the opinions of peers in City Council to get projects done, getting rid of personal issues and moving forward for the city, implementing term limits, what the job of the city is to provide to the public, fixing roads, implementing a wheel tax, and public safety.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/285/ Political Radar Green Bay City Council District 8 Candidate Debbie Jacques joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the Colburn Pool project and why opinions from constituents are mixed on the issue and how the pool plans will change the Colburn area. They also discuss the dysfunction of the Green Bay City Council, how it can be fixed, and how disunity causes Green Bay to lose potential developers and development projects. 00:34:32 Wed, 21 Mar 2018 11:27:35 -0500 Green Bay City Council District 8 Candidate Debbie Jacques joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss the Colburn Pool project and why opinions from constituents are mixed on the issue and how the pool plans will change the Colburn area. They also discuss the dysfunction of the Green Bay City Council, how it can be fixed, and how disunity causes Green Bay to lose potential developers and development projects.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/284/ Political Radar Green Bay Alderman Mark Steuer sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the Waste to Energy proposal and the $2.5 million dollar lawsuit settlement from this year. They discuss the reasons Mark voted the way he did, his reasoning for supporting the settlement, true representation of constituents, and they discuss historic restoration. 00:26:45 Tue, 20 Mar 2018 16:17:51 -0500 Green Bay Alderman Mark Steuer sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the Waste to Energy proposal and the $2.5 million dollar lawsuit settlement from this year. They discuss the reasons Mark voted the way he did, his reasoning for supporting the settlement, true representation of constituents, and they discuss historic restoration.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/282/ Political Radar Green Bay City Council Candidate Vanya Koebke joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss Vanya's plans and opinions on matters in Green Bay for why he is a good fit to run for City Council. Vanya also talks about being pro tax payer, wanting to attract new businesses, fixing roads and sidewalks, abolishing assessment taxes for roads, implementing a wheel tax, and the current dysfunction in City Council. 00:27:50 Tue, 20 Mar 2018 11:30:58 -0500 Green Bay City Council Candidate Vanya Koebke joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss Vanya's plans and opinions on matters in Green Bay for why he is a good fit to run for City Council. Vanya also talks about being pro tax payer, wanting to attract new businesses, fixing roads and sidewalks, abolishing assessment taxes for roads, implementing a wheel tax, and the current dysfunction in City Council.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/278/ Political Radar UWGB professor Dr. David Helpap sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss how Green Bay and Brown County are doing in governing, including the City Council and County Board, some of the names driving local politics and the upcoming elections. 00:25:42 Tue, 13 Mar 2018 14:56:14 -0500 UWGB professor Dr. David Helpap sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss how Green Bay and Brown County are doing in governing, including the City Council and County Board, some of the names driving local politics and the upcoming elections.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/277/ Political Radar Green Bay Alderman Randy Scannell joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how a Wheel Tax could be beneficial to road repair for Green Bay and taking costs heavily off of citizens living along roads being worked on. They also talked about some of the issues that may arise from the Wheel tax such as increasing costs over time. 00:26:09 Fri, 09 Mar 2018 12:54:45 -0600 Green Bay Alderman Randy Scannell joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how a Wheel Tax could be beneficial to road repair for Green Bay and taking costs heavily off of citizens living along roads being worked on. They also talked about some of the issues that may arise from the Wheel tax such as increasing costs over time.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/276/ Political Radar Ashwaubenon Village President Mary Kardoskee sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the move of the Green Bay Bullfrogs to Ashwaubenon as part of a new stadium development in the village. They also discuss several other promising developments in Ashwaubenon and why communities should support development. 00:27:30 Mon, 05 Mar 2018 12:21:49 -0600 Ashwaubenon Village President Mary Kardoskee sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss the move of the Green Bay Bullfrogs to Ashwaubenon as part of a new stadium development in the village. They also discuss several other promising developments in Ashwaubenon and why communities should support development.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/274/ Political Radar Brown County Sheriff John Gossage sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report, to discuss the proposed expansion to the Brown County Jail. They discuss the demographics of the jail, the cost of transporting inmates to other counties, and the time frame for the jail expansion, and more! 00:24:53 Thu, 01 Mar 2018 11:21:43 -0600 Brown County Sheriff John Gossage sits down with Bill in this episode of The Progress Report, to discuss the proposed expansion to the Brown County Jail. They discuss the demographics of the jail, the cost of transporting inmates to other counties, and the time frame for the jail expansion, and more!

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/272/ Political Radar Green Bay Alderman Bill Galvin joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how a Wheel Tax could be beneficial to road repair for Green Bay and taking costs heavily off of citizens living along roads being worked on. They also talked about city budgets, city staff layoffs, and the price of road assessments. 00:20:31 Tue, 27 Feb 2018 14:52:37 -0600 Green Bay Alderman Bill Galvin joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how a Wheel Tax could be beneficial to road repair for Green Bay and taking costs heavily off of citizens living along roads being worked on. They also talked about city budgets, city staff layoffs, and the price of road assessments.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/271/ Political Radar Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidate Jeff Rumbaugh joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how Jeff's views differ from lifetime politicians, what Care. For REAL. means, school safety and openness, and....bees? 00:33:10 Fri, 23 Feb 2018 12:05:18 -0600 Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidate Jeff Rumbaugh joins Elliot on this episode of Blind Partisan. They discuss how Jeff's views differ from lifetime politicians, what Care. For REAL. means, school safety and openness, and....bees?

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/270/ Political Radar Bill sits down with Paul Belschner of DDL Holdings LLC and Base Companies LLC, in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss both the history and the bright future of the Rail Yard Innovation District in downtown Green Bay, WI. They also discuss some of the projects and Amenities that are planned and how they can attract businesses and residents to the area. 00:29:08 Thu, 22 Feb 2018 13:18:07 -0600 Bill sits down with Paul Belschner of DDL Holdings LLC and Base Companies LLC, in this episode of The Progress Report to discuss both the history and the bright future of the Rail Yard Innovation District in downtown Green Bay, WI. They also discuss some of the projects and Amenities that are planned and how they can attract businesses and residents to the area.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/268/ Political Radar Tom Sladek, Treasurer and Rich Heidel, President of the Brown County Taxpayers Association join Elliot Christenson on the first episode of Blind Partisan on Newsmakers Network. They discuss the association’s lawsuit against Brown County related to the new county sales tax which began on January 1, 2018. Additionally, they discuss the different forms of taxes used in Brown County for economic development, and prioritizing money to work on beneficial community projects and much more. 00:33:03 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 15:10:52 -0600 Tom Sladek, Treasurer and Rich Heidel, President of the Brown County Taxpayers Association join Elliot Christenson on the first episode of Blind Partisan on Newsmakers Network. They discuss the association’s lawsuit against Brown County related to the new county sales tax which began on January 1, 2018. Additionally, they discuss the different forms of taxes used in Brown County for economic development, and prioritizing money to work on beneficial community projects and much more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/266/ Political Radar Breaking news! In this episode of The Progress Report with Bill Meindl, Bill sits down with Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt, to discuss the revitalization of Bay Beach for swimming. They also discuss the move of the Green Bay Bullfrogs to Ashwaubenon. 00:24:21 Fri, 09 Feb 2018 14:04:25 -0600 Breaking news! In this episode of The Progress Report with Bill Meindl, Bill sits down with Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt, to discuss the revitalization of Bay Beach for swimming. They also discuss the move of the Green Bay Bullfrogs to Ashwaubenon.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/265/ Political Radar In the first ever episode of The Progress Report with Bill Meindl, Bill sits down with Troy Streckenbach, Brown County's County Executive to discuss the county's plan to reduce debt and fix the county's infrastructure. They also discuss the benefits of the plan to Brown County citizens. 00:24:26 Thu, 08 Feb 2018 10:59:14 -0600 In the first ever episode of The Progress Report with Bill Meindl, Bill sits down with Troy Streckenbach, Brown County's County Executive to discuss the county's plan to reduce debt and fix the county's infrastructure. They also discuss the benefits of the plan to Brown County citizens.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/245/ Political Radar Volunteer reporter, Bill Meindl and professional web designer, Wendy Coriell, join Rhonda to discuss the LaBaye.org fiasco. Topics included: who is involved, the amount of taxpayer money being used, the mayor's beautification committee, the history of the website, the fact that website is unsearchable and unreachable by public schools, the question of the stability of the website due to outdated code, and the activity surrounding the project. 00:35:01 Thu, 28 Sep 2017 16:02:22 -0500 Volunteer reporter, Bill Meindl and professional web designer, Wendy Coriell, join Rhonda to discuss the LaBaye.org fiasco. Topics included: who is involved, the amount of taxpayer money being used, the mayor's beautification committee, the history of the website, the fact that website is unsearchable and unreachable by public schools, the question of the stability of the website due to outdated code, and the activity surrounding the project.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/244/ Political Radar Randy Scannell and Ellen Rosewall join Cassandra this week to discuss the deaccession of the 9/11 Memorial in Green Bay, WI. Topics included: The brief and mysterious history of the memorial, how it has deteriorated over the course of it's short life, incorrect information included on the memorial, who may have designed it, and the fact that there may or may not be human remains inside the monument. 00:40:06 Wed, 27 Sep 2017 13:52:55 -0500 Randy Scannell and Ellen Rosewall join Cassandra this week to discuss the deaccession of the 9/11 Memorial in Green Bay, WI. Topics included: The brief and mysterious history of the memorial, how it has deteriorated over the course of it's short life, incorrect information included on the memorial, who may have designed it, and the fact that there may or may not be human remains inside the monument.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/243/ Political Radar DACA Recipient, Gerardo Gonzalez, joins Rhonda to discuss the recent revocation of DACA. Topics included: Gerardo's History, what DACA is, how DACA can help unregistered immigrants further their education, the fear and uncertainty put upon immigrants, what it is like being an immigrant, government excuses, and the impact on people and communities. 00:23:22 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 15:48:16 -0500 DACA Recipient, Gerardo Gonzalez, joins Rhonda to discuss the recent revocation of DACA. Topics included: Gerardo's History, what DACA is, how DACA can help unregistered immigrants further their education, the fear and uncertainty put upon immigrants, what it is like being an immigrant, government excuses, and the impact on people and communities.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/242/ Political Radar Brown County Supervisors, Mark Becker and Paul Ballard, join Rhonda to discuss taking the criminal indicator box off of certain job applications. Topics included: How the checkbox for criminal information is banned in 24 states, why it is a good idea to limit it's use, moral benefits, keeping the box for people who apply to work with kids and money, increasing employment, removing unnecessary obstacles, and the move to take away odd justifications. 00:32:39 Mon, 18 Sep 2017 15:47:05 -0500 Brown County Supervisors, Mark Becker and Paul Ballard, join Rhonda to discuss taking the criminal indicator box off of certain job applications. Topics included: How the checkbox for criminal information is banned in 24 states, why it is a good idea to limit it's use, moral benefits, keeping the box for people who apply to work with kids and money, increasing employment, removing unnecessary obstacles, and the move to take away odd justifications.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/241/ Political Radar Jacob Immel and Kia Murray join Cassandra this week to discuss the decision to keep or remove Confederate statues and monuments. Topics included: Different viewpoints on the situation, reasoning behind their viewpoints, the way to approach local issues on a large scale, statistics, the possibility of looking at history another way, not making it an issue of political parties, the symbolism of statues, and not to forget history and learn from past mistakes. 00:32:29 Thu, 14 Sep 2017 13:36:50 -0500 Jacob Immel and Kia Murray join Cassandra this week to discuss the decision to keep or remove Confederate statues and monuments. Topics included: Different viewpoints on the situation, reasoning behind their viewpoints, the way to approach local issues on a large scale, statistics, the possibility of looking at history another way, not making it an issue of political parties, the symbolism of statues, and not to forget history and learn from past mistakes.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/239/ Political Radar Andrew Crane and Jacob Jones join Cassandra this week to discuss President Donald Trump's week of insanity . Topics included: The drastic differences between Trump using a teleprompter and Trump speaking directly to his base at rallies, Donald trump's attempts to change the fundamental nature of the legislative branch, and the legacy of Trump. 00:36:41 Tue, 29 Aug 2017 15:29:40 -0500 Andrew Crane and Jacob Jones join Cassandra this week to discuss President Donald Trump's week of insanity . Topics included: The drastic differences between Trump using a teleprompter and Trump speaking directly to his base at rallies, Donald trump's attempts to change the fundamental nature of the legislative branch, and the legacy of Trump.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/238/ Political Radar Wisconsin State Senator for District 19, Roger Roth joins Rhonda to discuss bringing back the certainty to the property assessment process on big box stores. Topics included: Owners of big box stores wanting lower property tax assessments, how Roger is looking to do something about the Dark Store Theory, what made him aware of the issue, businesses exploiting loopholes, business deed restrictions, how property assessors assess property, shopping influences, and how online shopping is influencing big box stores. 00:32:11 Fri, 25 Aug 2017 16:43:20 -0500 Wisconsin State Senator for District 19, Roger Roth joins Rhonda to discuss bringing back the certainty to the property assessment process on big box stores. Topics included: Owners of big box stores wanting lower property tax assessments, how Roger is looking to do something about the Dark Store Theory, what made him aware of the issue, businesses exploiting loopholes, business deed restrictions, how property assessors assess property, shopping influences, and how online shopping is influencing big box stores.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/235/ Political Radar Erik Hoyer and Jenn Schiavo join Cassandra this week to discuss President Donald Trump's announcement of a National Emergency on Opioids. Topics included: Opioid related death tolls rising, the increase of heroin overdoses, national emergencies in the past, people getting opioid prescriptions shifting to illegal street drugs, how to police medication, getting people proper help from drug addiction, side effects of withdrawal, government involvement, and managing pain. 00:34:30 Tue, 22 Aug 2017 14:57:31 -0500 Erik Hoyer and Jenn Schiavo join Cassandra this week to discuss President Donald Trump's announcement of a National Emergency on Opioids. Topics included: Opioid related death tolls rising, the increase of heroin overdoses, national emergencies in the past, people getting opioid prescriptions shifting to illegal street drugs, how to police medication, getting people proper help from drug addiction, side effects of withdrawal, government involvement, and managing pain.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/233/ Political Radar Former Principal and current member of the Green Bay Area Public School Board, Ed Dorff joins Rhonda to discuss the state of emergency in the Green Bay Area public schools. Topics included: Ed's background with schools, how an environment can shape a child's behavior, the problems at Washington Middle School, the school board waiting for a fix to the problems, the document in place for emergency situations, how GBAPS is addressing the student behavior problems, keeping student confidentiality, the responsibility of all levels of administration, what an elected person's job expectations are, and listening to the public responses. 00:42:27 Tue, 15 Aug 2017 14:23:04 -0500 Former Principal and current member of the Green Bay Area Public School Board, Ed Dorff joins Rhonda to discuss the state of emergency in the Green Bay Area public schools. Topics included: Ed's background with schools, how an environment can shape a child's behavior, the problems at Washington Middle School, the school board waiting for a fix to the problems, the document in place for emergency situations, how GBAPS is addressing the student behavior problems, keeping student confidentiality, the responsibility of all levels of administration, what an elected person's job expectations are, and listening to the public responses.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/232/ Political Radar This week, Cassandra's panelists are Terry Lee and Vanya Koepke. They discuss the Wisconsin Foxconn facility plans, financial incentives, economic growth, starting wages, environmental impact, and waste water capacity increase for the local community from the facility. 00:33:20 Tue, 15 Aug 2017 14:21:28 -0500 This week, Cassandra's panelists are Terry Lee and Vanya Koepke. They discuss the Wisconsin Foxconn facility plans, financial incentives, economic growth, starting wages, environmental impact, and waste water capacity increase for the local community from the facility.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/231/ Political Radar This week, Cassandra's panelists are Mark Becker and Colleen Gruszynski. They discuss the Presidential Commission on Election Integrity, and voter fraud. 00:38:47 Tue, 08 Aug 2017 13:14:17 -0500 This week, Cassandra's panelists are Mark Becker and Colleen Gruszynski. They discuss the Presidential Commission on Election Integrity, and voter fraud.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/230/ Political Radar 2018 WI Gubernatorial candidate, Andy Gronik, joins Rhonda to discuss why he wants to run. Topics included: the importance of jobs and education, his desire for Wisconsin to be progressive again, the Foxconn deal, growing businesses, healthcare, successful business, budget, and school challenges. 00:37:49 Tue, 01 Aug 2017 13:23:17 -0500 2018 WI Gubernatorial candidate, Andy Gronik, joins Rhonda to discuss why he wants to run. Topics included: the importance of jobs and education, his desire for Wisconsin to be progressive again, the Foxconn deal, growing businesses, healthcare, successful business, budget, and school challenges.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/229/ Political Radar Parent, and Concerned Citizen, Joseph Prosser, joins Rhonda to discuss the ongoing problems in the Green Bay Area Public Schools. Topics included: Washington Middle School behavioral problems, Golden Apple recipient teacher resigning, petition to remove Superintendent, ideas to fix the problems, Joseph's experience with education and his own child, and problems with sticker charts. 00:36:41 Tue, 25 Jul 2017 14:15:13 -0500 Parent, and Concerned Citizen, Joseph Prosser, joins Rhonda to discuss the ongoing problems in the Green Bay Area Public Schools. Topics included: Washington Middle School behavioral problems, Golden Apple recipient teacher resigning, petition to remove Superintendent, ideas to fix the problems, Joseph's experience with education and his own child, and problems with sticker charts.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/228/ Political Radar This week, Cassandra's panelists are Jamel Jones and Jacob Kulis. They discuss the ongoing problems going on in Washington Middle School and the amount of truant behavior in the Green Bay Area Public Schools. 00:38:44 Thu, 20 Jul 2017 14:53:54 -0500 This week, Cassandra's panelists are Jamel Jones and Jacob Kulis. They discuss the ongoing problems going on in Washington Middle School and the amount of truant behavior in the Green Bay Area Public Schools.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/227/ Political Radar Aftercare Director for Eye Heart World, Dawn Spang, joins Rhonda to discuss the efforts put forth to stop Human Trafficking in Brown County. Topics included: the mission of Eye Heart World, what that outreach team does, who victims usually are, how victims are taken advantage of, social media dangers, how traffickers are being caught, the commitment of law enforcement, the toll being a victim takes on their health, strip clubs and any correlations made between human trafficking, and the areas of frequent occurrence. 00:33:36 Tue, 18 Jul 2017 12:15:29 -0500 Aftercare Director for Eye Heart World, Dawn Spang, joins Rhonda to discuss the efforts put forth to stop Human Trafficking in Brown County. Topics included: the mission of Eye Heart World, what that outreach team does, who victims usually are, how victims are taken advantage of, social media dangers, how traffickers are being caught, the commitment of law enforcement, the toll being a victim takes on their health, strip clubs and any correlations made between human trafficking, and the areas of frequent occurrence.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/224/ Political Radar 2018 Democratic candidate for the U.S. House to represent the 1st Congressional District of Wisconsin, Randy Bryce, joins Rhonda and guest co-host Mary Ginnebaugh to discuss his campaign. Topics included: his history, Healthcare, secret meetups other candidates are having, how Randy is handling his campaign, being a good representative for the average person, and his plans for the foreseeable future. 00:35:36 Wed, 12 Jul 2017 15:16:35 -0500 2018 Democratic candidate for the U.S. House to represent the 1st Congressional District of Wisconsin, Randy Bryce, joins Rhonda and guest co-host Mary Ginnebaugh to discuss his campaign. Topics included: his history, Healthcare, secret meetups other candidates are having, how Randy is handling his campaign, being a good representative for the average person, and his plans for the foreseeable future.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/214/ Political Radar This week, Cassandra's panelists are: Camille Hlavka, and Sylvia Garrido Topics discussed are: Legislation presented against sanctuary cities How immigration is important for jobs and the United States economy Immigrants conforming to new societal standards. How Donald Trump wants to criminalize undocumented citizens. 00:35:02 Thu, 06 Jul 2017 14:33:40 -0500 This week, Cassandra's panelists are: Camille Hlavka, and Sylvia Garrido Topics discussed are: Legislation presented against sanctuary cities How immigration is important for jobs and the United States economy Immigrants conforming to new societal standards. How Donald Trump wants to criminalize undocumented citizens.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/213/ Political Radar This week, Cassandra's panelists are: Dan Theno and Lindsay Dorff discussed are: Wisconsin's history of gerrymandering and how it is affecting the current political environment. The loss of power voters experience because of gerrymandering The United States Supreme Courts imminent decision on wheater Wisconsins gerrymandering is constitutional and what to do to fix the problem. 00:33:14 Thu, 29 Jun 2017 14:09:58 -0500 This week, Cassandra's panelists are: Dan Theno and Lindsay Dorff discussed are: Wisconsin's history of gerrymandering and how it is affecting the current political environment. The loss of power voters experience because of gerrymandering The United States Supreme Courts imminent decision on wheater Wisconsins gerrymandering is constitutional and what to do to fix the problem.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/209/ Political Radar Founder and President of Blue Jean Nation, Mike McCabe, joins Rhonda to discuss his interest in running for Wisconsin State Governor. Topics included: his philosophy behind his decision, money in politics, redistricting, American Healthcare Act, being an independent, the 2 party system, problems in voting, how the Governor is a servant to the people, and stimulating the economy. 00:36:15 Tue, 27 Jun 2017 14:38:56 -0500 Founder and President of Blue Jean Nation, Mike McCabe, joins Rhonda to discuss his interest in running for Wisconsin State Governor. Topics included: his philosophy behind his decision, money in politics, redistricting, American Healthcare Act, being an independent, the 2 party system, problems in voting, how the Governor is a servant to the people, and stimulating the economy.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/208/ Political Radar Executive Director of Green Bay Action Sports Organization, Brian Schroeder, joins Rhonda to discuss Green Bay Action Sports Organization. Topics included: The history and story behind the creation of Green Bay Action Sports Organization, Brian's vision for GBASO, how the facilities are services to the communities they are a part of, healthy confidence children and young adults can gain from the social atmosphere, Brian's personal battle with an inoperable brain tumor and the benefit of CBD oil, and how working with Green Bay with their public facilities for skateboarding is beyond challenging and trying to rid Green Bay of the “prohibition on skateboards”. 00:52:10 Tue, 13 Jun 2017 15:08:44 -0500 Executive Director of Green Bay Action Sports Organization, Brian Schroeder, joins Rhonda to discuss Green Bay Action Sports Organization. Topics included: The history and story behind the creation of Green Bay Action Sports Organization, Brian's vision for GBASO, how the facilities are services to the communities they are a part of, healthy confidence children and young adults can gain from the social atmosphere, Brian's personal battle with an inoperable brain tumor and the benefit of CBD oil, and how working with Green Bay with their public facilities for skateboarding is beyond challenging and trying to rid Green Bay of the “prohibition on skateboards”.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/206/ Political Radar Recovery Support Specialist and Case Manager, Tyler Luedke, joins Rhonda to discuss the importance of Medicaid. Topics included: Tyler's history with drug and alcohol addiction, the importance of treatment and facilities, Congressman Reid Ribble's work towards healthcare reform for mental health, and working on ending the stigmas of mental disorders. 00:33:05 Tue, 06 Jun 2017 15:05:21 -0500 Recovery Support Specialist and Case Manager, Tyler Luedke, joins Rhonda to discuss the importance of Medicaid. Topics included: Tyler's history with drug and alcohol addiction, the importance of treatment and facilities, Congressman Reid Ribble's work towards healthcare reform for mental health, and working on ending the stigmas of mental disorders.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/205/ Political Radar Green Bay alderman for District 10, Mark Steuer, joins Rhonda to discuss the current situation with the Hotel Northland project. Topics included: mention of Mark's article published in Voyageur magazine, brief Green Bay history surrounding the time Hotel Northland was erected, maintaining the integrity of the hotel via historic preservation, a cancelled tour, workers working without pay, and the ongoing seats at the table per the proposal of the project. 00:28:08 Wed, 31 May 2017 15:02:16 -0500 Green Bay alderman for District 10, Mark Steuer, joins Rhonda to discuss the current situation with the Hotel Northland project. Topics included: mention of Mark's article published in Voyageur magazine, brief Green Bay history surrounding the time Hotel Northland was erected, maintaining the integrity of the hotel via historic preservation, a cancelled tour, workers working without pay, and the ongoing seats at the table per the proposal of the project.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/204/ Political Radar This week, Cassandra's panelists are: Bill Meindl and Jacob Immel Topics discussed are: The importance of staying aware of local politics and ways anyone can participate in politics. How we can debate politics while still being respectful and learning. What are some local causes people can be more involved in? 00:27:50 Thu, 25 May 2017 13:43:11 -0500 This week, Cassandra's panelists are: Bill Meindl and Jacob Immel Topics discussed are: The importance of staying aware of local politics and ways anyone can participate in politics. How we can debate politics while still being respectful and learning. What are some local causes people can be more involved in?

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/203/ Political Radar Brown County Supervisors, Mark Becker and Paul Ballard, join Rhonda to discuss the recent approval of a 0.5% sales tax in Brown County. Topics included: $225 Million Proposal for Brown County, Proposal includes Green Bay adding a Medical Examiner, funding projects, how Green Bay City Council can halt projects, and doing research to be well informed. 00:32:15 Tue, 23 May 2017 13:28:03 -0500 Brown County Supervisors, Mark Becker and Paul Ballard, join Rhonda to discuss the recent approval of a 0.5% sales tax in Brown County. Topics included: $225 Million Proposal for Brown County, Proposal includes Green Bay adding a Medical Examiner, funding projects, how Green Bay City Council can halt projects, and doing research to be well informed.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/202/ Political Radar Cassandra's panelists are Christine Smith and Jacob Jones. Topics discussed are: The meaning of Net Neutrality and how it can affect everyone. The reasons to support, or not support Net Neutrality. The effects of school dress codes on girls in school. 00:40:38 Thu, 18 May 2017 14:09:51 -0500 Cassandra's panelists are Christine Smith and Jacob Jones. Topics discussed are: The meaning of Net Neutrality and how it can affect everyone. The reasons to support, or not support Net Neutrality. The effects of school dress codes on girls in school.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/201/ Political Radar Operation Desert Storm veteran and an advocate for people with disabilities, John Jahnke, joins Rhonda to discuss health insurance, Medicaid and the current political legislation. Topics included: John's history with family and health insurance, coverage of healthcare, what it means to be self insured, how he works to assist people to be independent on receiving services, the affordability of medicaid, institutionalized mental healthcare, and how he met Mike Gallagher and discussed the current state of healthcare. 00:43:20 Wed, 17 May 2017 13:09:04 -0500 Operation Desert Storm veteran and an advocate for people with disabilities, John Jahnke, joins Rhonda to discuss health insurance, Medicaid and the current political legislation. Topics included: John's history with family and health insurance, coverage of healthcare, what it means to be self insured, how he works to assist people to be independent on receiving services, the affordability of medicaid, institutionalized mental healthcare, and how he met Mike Gallagher and discussed the current state of healthcare.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/199/ Political Radar Welcome to Political Radar Echo! This week, Cassandra's panelists are Jenn Schiavo and Jeremy Hautala. Topics discussed are: The House of Representatives passing of the American Healthcare Act (Obamacare Repeal) and the future of the bill. The quality (or lack thereof) of care provided to veterans through the Department of Veteran's Affairs The effects of our potential new healthcare system on people with preexisting conditions such as diabetes, asthma, PTSD and.....being a woman? 00:34:03 Fri, 12 May 2017 11:37:13 -0500 Welcome to Political Radar Echo! This week, Cassandra's panelists are Jenn Schiavo and Jeremy Hautala. Topics discussed are: The House of Representatives passing of the American Healthcare Act (Obamacare Repeal) and the future of the bill. The quality (or lack thereof) of care provided to veterans through the Department of Veteran's Affairs The effects of our potential new healthcare system on people with preexisting conditions such as diabetes, asthma, PTSD and.....being a woman?

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/195/ Political Radar This week, Cassandra's panelists are Vanya Koepke and Lindsay Dorff. Topics discussed are: Everyone's position on education and their experiences with it. Voucher schools and the facts on the socioeconomic behind the voucher program. Funding for different forms of education and how to balance the available needs for different people. 00:29:21 Thu, 04 May 2017 13:33:11 -0500 This week, Cassandra's panelists are Vanya Koepke and Lindsay Dorff. Topics discussed are: Everyone's position on education and their experiences with it. Voucher schools and the facts on the socioeconomic behind the voucher program. Funding for different forms of education and how to balance the available needs for different people.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/193/ Political Radar Firearms Advocate Ed Foral, joins Rhonda to discuss the decision Green Bay City Council could make regarding a weapons ban in City Hall. Topics included: Ed's history with firearms, the situation during a Green Bay City Council meeting that brought the issue of open carrying a guns in municipal buildings to a head, compromises that could be had, the definition of a well regulated militia within the 2nd amendment of the constitution, and to provide a rational conversation from differing points of view. 00:48:41 Tue, 02 May 2017 12:05:28 -0500 Firearms Advocate Ed Foral, joins Rhonda to discuss the decision Green Bay City Council could make regarding a weapons ban in City Hall. Topics included: Ed's history with firearms, the situation during a Green Bay City Council meeting that brought the issue of open carrying a guns in municipal buildings to a head, compromises that could be had, the definition of a well regulated militia within the 2nd amendment of the constitution, and to provide a rational conversation from differing points of view.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/190/ Political Radar Welcome to Political Radar Echo! This week, Cassandra's panelists are Daniel Jones, Founder and CEO of Newsmakers Network and Mark Becker, Brown County Supervisor for District 26 Topics discussed are: Daniel and Mark's predictions for the 2016 presidential election and how we ended up with Donald Trump as our president. The need for both Republicans and Democrats to place partisan politics aside to adapt to our changing society and to better serve the people. The recent severance of FOX News and host Bill O'Reilly over sexual harassment allegations and the corporate world's appeasement of sexual misconduct. 00:31:43 Thu, 27 Apr 2017 15:21:14 -0500 Welcome to Political Radar Echo! This week, Cassandra's panelists are Daniel Jones, Founder and CEO of Newsmakers Network and Mark Becker, Brown County Supervisor for District 26 Topics discussed are: Daniel and Mark's predictions for the 2016 presidential election and how we ended up with Donald Trump as our president. The need for both Republicans and Democrats to place partisan politics aside to adapt to our changing society and to better serve the people. The recent severance of FOX News and host Bill O'Reilly over sexual harassment allegations and the corporate world's appeasement of sexual misconduct.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/189/ Political Radar Professor of Democracy and Justice Studies at University of Wisconsin Green Bay, Harvey Kaye, joins Rhonda to discuss some of the reasons that could have led up to President Donald Trump being elected. Topics included: a brief history of presidential administrations, democracy, corruption, inequality, and theories based on historical events affecting current American mindsets. 00:34:28 Tue, 25 Apr 2017 09:11:41 -0500 Professor of Democracy and Justice Studies at University of Wisconsin Green Bay, Harvey Kaye, joins Rhonda to discuss some of the reasons that could have led up to President Donald Trump being elected. Topics included: a brief history of presidential administrations, democracy, corruption, inequality, and theories based on historical events affecting current American mindsets.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/186/ Political Radar UntitledTown Directors, Alex Galt and Wendy Wimmer Schuchart join Rhonda to discuss their book and author festival in Green Bay. Topics included: the origin of the event, bringing the community together, the impact of sponsors, star power, and the positive impact literacy has on life. 00:24:45 Thu, 20 Apr 2017 11:21:40 -0500 UntitledTown Directors, Alex Galt and Wendy Wimmer Schuchart join Rhonda to discuss their book and author festival in Green Bay. Topics included: the origin of the event, bringing the community together, the impact of sponsors, star power, and the positive impact literacy has on life.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/185/ Political Radar Green Bay Alders, Barbara Dorff and Randy Scannell join Rhonda to discuss the City Council agenda item for concealed and open carry consideration in government buildings. The topics included: heated Colburn pool discussions, getting involved in city politics without fear, and banning open carry of weapons in city hall. 00:28:07 Tue, 18 Apr 2017 12:27:39 -0500 Green Bay Alders, Barbara Dorff and Randy Scannell join Rhonda to discuss the City Council agenda item for concealed and open carry consideration in government buildings. The topics included: heated Colburn pool discussions, getting involved in city politics without fear, and banning open carry of weapons in city hall.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/180/ Political Radar Development Director for Green Bay, Kevin Vonck joins Rhonda to discuss economic project planning. The topics included: TIF and TID, different types of land and their uses, the Whitney School project, costs versus benefits, and how property taxes can be efficiently implemented. 00:28:33 Tue, 11 Apr 2017 12:30:30 -0500 Development Director for Green Bay, Kevin Vonck joins Rhonda to discuss economic project planning. The topics included: TIF and TID, different types of land and their uses, the Whitney School project, costs versus benefits, and how property taxes can be efficiently implemented.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/177/ Political Radar Bob Harlow joins Rhonda to discuss his campaign to be the next Wisconsin Governor. The topics included: why he is running, how to bring people back to Wisconsin, expanding broadband internet coverage through public utility, infrastructure, protection of natural places, high speed rail, funding for public schools, districting. 00:31:36 Tue, 04 Apr 2017 12:30:06 -0500 Bob Harlow joins Rhonda to discuss his campaign to be the next Wisconsin Governor. The topics included: why he is running, how to bring people back to Wisconsin, expanding broadband internet coverage through public utility, infrastructure, protection of natural places, high speed rail, funding for public schools, districting.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/172/ Political Radar Brian Johnson, the Executive Director of On Broadway Inc., joins Rhonda to discuss the upcoming events and plans for the Broadway district. The topics included: The Shipyard, outside entertainment venue, the farmers market, development, and fun/quirky events for the community to enjoy. 00:27:27 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:26:08 -0500 Brian Johnson, the Executive Director of On Broadway Inc., joins Rhonda to discuss the upcoming events and plans for the Broadway district. The topics included: The Shipyard, outside entertainment venue, the farmers market, development, and fun/quirky events for the community to enjoy.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/171/ Political Radar Brenda Warren, the Board President for the Green Bay Area Public School District, joins Rhonda to discuss the upcoming Green Bay Area Public School Referendums. The topics included the following: overcrowding, safe and secure entrances, space for programs, increase in revenue, and revenue limits. 00:23:01 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:09:28 -0500 Brenda Warren, the Board President for the Green Bay Area Public School District, joins Rhonda to discuss the upcoming Green Bay Area Public School Referendums. The topics included the following: overcrowding, safe and secure entrances, space for programs, increase in revenue, and revenue limits.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/168/ Political Radar Heidi Fagre and Laura McCoy candidates for the Green Bay Area Public School District school board, join Rhonda and Elliot to discuss their stances on the current state of education. They discuss teacher salaries, the role of principals, changes that need to be made to retain teachers and paying teachers based on performance. 00:53:46 Tue, 14 Mar 2017 13:18:48 -0500 Heidi Fagre and Laura McCoy candidates for the Green Bay Area Public School District school board, join Rhonda and Elliot to discuss their stances on the current state of education. They discuss teacher salaries, the role of principals, changes that need to be made to retain teachers and paying teachers based on performance.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/166/ Political Radar Brown County Republican Chairwoman Marian Krumberger, joins Rhonda and Elliot to clarify the platform of the Brown County Republican Party. They discuss the party's involvement in non-partisan elections, how the party trains new candidates, the values of the Republican party, and marijuana legalization. 00:41:52 Thu, 09 Mar 2017 11:57:18 -0600 Brown County Republican Chairwoman Marian Krumberger, joins Rhonda and Elliot to clarify the platform of the Brown County Republican Party. They discuss the party's involvement in non-partisan elections, how the party trains new candidates, the values of the Republican party, and marijuana legalization.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/165/ Political Radar Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss what his job entails. Topics covered include the Brown County Library East Branch, Public Health Division on Broadway in Green Bay, and the importance of the STEM Innovation Center to the community. 00:37:58 Tue, 07 Mar 2017 13:12:03 -0600 Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss what his job entails. Topics covered include the Brown County Library East Branch, Public Health Division on Broadway in Green Bay, and the importance of the STEM Innovation Center to the community.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/161/ Political Radar Live from Kavarna Coffeehouse, it's Political Radar! Green Bay Aldermen Bill Galvin (district 4) and Chris Wery (District 8), join Rhonda and Elliot for Political Radar's first ever live recording. Topics covered include recent events at Green Bay City Hall, Hotel Northland, team building, homelessness, along with many other questions asked by viewers. 00:49:04 Tue, 28 Feb 2017 11:27:21 -0600 Live from Kavarna Coffeehouse, it's Political Radar! Green Bay Aldermen Bill Galvin (district 4) and Chris Wery (District 8), join Rhonda and Elliot for Political Radar's first ever live recording. Topics covered include recent events at Green Bay City Hall, Hotel Northland, team building, homelessness, along with many other questions asked by viewers.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/160/ Political Radar Human Health Activist Brenda Staudenmaier, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss the removal of fluoride in communities. Topics covered include the effects of fluoride when consumed by humans, EPA, Green Bay's history with fluoride, dental bias, the cost, possible options to limit the consumption of fluoride in the Green Bay area. 00:37:08 Tue, 21 Feb 2017 11:43:48 -0600 Human Health Activist Brenda Staudenmaier, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss the removal of fluoride in communities. Topics covered include the effects of fluoride when consumed by humans, EPA, Green Bay's history with fluoride, dental bias, the cost, possible options to limit the consumption of fluoride in the Green Bay area.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/158/ Political Radar Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss questions from the Political Radar Community relating to Green Bay. Topics covered include Northland Hotel, Immigrants, Student Housing, City Council, and Infrastructure. 00:45:53 Tue, 14 Feb 2017 10:45:04 -0600 Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss questions from the Political Radar Community relating to Green Bay. Topics covered include Northland Hotel, Immigrants, Student Housing, City Council, and Infrastructure.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/157/ Political Radar Wisconsin State Senator Dave Hansen, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Wisconsin politics. Topics covered include redistricting, SB13, and Education. 00:33:45 Thu, 09 Feb 2017 12:34:41 -0600 Wisconsin State Senator Dave Hansen, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Wisconsin politics. Topics covered include redistricting, SB13, and Education.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/155/ Political Radar Dr. Hector Rodriguez, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss immigration policies. Topics covered include productivity, ethics, President Trump, sanctuary cities, and fear imposed on the public from poor media coverage. 00:34:34 Tue, 07 Feb 2017 12:37:00 -0600 Dr. Hector Rodriguez, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss immigration policies. Topics covered include productivity, ethics, President Trump, sanctuary cities, and fear imposed on the public from poor media coverage.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/152/ Political Radar Green Bay Sausage creator Wendy Coriell, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss the background of Green Bay Sausage. Topics covered include political satire, Green Bay Politics, and the sole reason why she started political satire. 00:33:23 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 10:54:06 -0600 Green Bay Sausage creator Wendy Coriell, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss the background of Green Bay Sausage. Topics covered include political satire, Green Bay Politics, and the sole reason why she started political satire.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/151/ Political Radar Attorney Jason Wied, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss the legal side of many varying topics in the Green Bay. Topics covered include the legal issues surrounding certain elected officials, if Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt was fairly charged, ethics behind charges, what it takes for an elected official to be removed, Green Bay hotel development fiasco, and addiction. 00:41:44 Tue, 31 Jan 2017 13:25:02 -0600 Attorney Jason Wied, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss the legal side of many varying topics in the Green Bay. Topics covered include the legal issues surrounding certain elected officials, if Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt was fairly charged, ethics behind charges, what it takes for an elected official to be removed, Green Bay hotel development fiasco, and addiction.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/146/ Political Radar Local Real Estate Developer Garritt Bader, joins Rhonda and guest host Brian Danzinger on this episode of Political Radar to discuss what it takes to make a great city through real estate development. Topics that were discussed were: Attractive physical spaces, Tax Increment Financing, tax payer benefits, cultural development, employment base and education, and other amenities used in creating an ideal community. 00:44:13 Tue, 17 Jan 2017 06:42:37 -0600 Local Real Estate Developer Garritt Bader, joins Rhonda and guest host Brian Danzinger on this episode of Political Radar to discuss what it takes to make a great city through real estate development. Topics that were discussed were: Attractive physical spaces, Tax Increment Financing, tax payer benefits, cultural development, employment base and education, and other amenities used in creating an ideal community.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/143/ Political Radar LGBTQ Activist, John Becker joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Donald Trump's Cabinet in regards to LGBTQ rights. Topics that were discussed were: discrimination, military service, public restrooms, marriage equality, and religious freedoms and what it can entail. 00:35:18 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 12:25:30 -0600 LGBTQ Activist, John Becker joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Donald Trump's Cabinet in regards to LGBTQ rights. Topics that were discussed were: discrimination, military service, public restrooms, marriage equality, and religious freedoms and what it can entail.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/141/ Political Radar Andrew Hetzel III joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss his first impressions of local government. Topics that were discussed were: the Colburn Pool veto, what the Green Bay political scene entails, and whether exercising gun rights in government buildings should be allowed. 00:44:13 Wed, 04 Jan 2017 20:16:03 -0600 Andrew Hetzel III joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss his first impressions of local government. Topics that were discussed were: the Colburn Pool veto, what the Green Bay political scene entails, and whether exercising gun rights in government buildings should be allowed.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/139/ Political Radar Allyson Watson joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Green Bay community development, and pedestrian and bike safety. Topics that were discussed were: Infrastructure, expanding upon outside ideas from other communities, traffic calming, crosswalk murals, urban living, the Saga of the SOUP Grant, attitude towards bikes, and plastic signs versus human lives. 00:42:21 Tue, 03 Jan 2017 17:24:21 -0600 Allyson Watson joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Green Bay community development, and pedestrian and bike safety. Topics that were discussed were: Infrastructure, expanding upon outside ideas from other communities, traffic calming, crosswalk murals, urban living, the Saga of the SOUP Grant, attitude towards bikes, and plastic signs versus human lives.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/137/ Political Radar Cassandra Lynn and Tricia Nell join Rhonda and Elliot to discuss he dysfunctional reality of the city council. Cassandra offers input on the origins of the Colburn Pool renovation and how the end result will effect the Colburn community. Also, Trisha offers legal insight into the decision of the council to hire an independent attorney to process Mayor Jim Schmitt. 00:41:58 Tue, 27 Dec 2016 12:46:27 -0600 Cassandra Lynn and Tricia Nell join Rhonda and Elliot to discuss he dysfunctional reality of the city council. Cassandra offers input on the origins of the Colburn Pool renovation and how the end result will effect the Colburn community. Also, Trisha offers legal insight into the decision of the council to hire an independent attorney to process Mayor Jim Schmitt.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/131/ Political Radar Alderman Joe Moore, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Green Bay issues. Topics covered include outdated thinking, development, city drama, voting, homelessness and unemployment, Packer tax, and budget concerns. 00:39:41 Tue, 13 Dec 2016 11:32:07 -0600 Alderman Joe Moore, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Green Bay issues. Topics covered include outdated thinking, development, city drama, voting, homelessness and unemployment, Packer tax, and budget concerns.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/123/ Political Radar Kevin Pranis the Campaign Director at LIUNA one of the main organizations involved in the Dakota Access Pipeline, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss the history of the pipeline and it's controversies. Topics covered include the issue of whether the Sioux tribe expressed their complaints early enough in the process, the chances of a landslide causing the pipe to break and the financial cost of re-routing the pipeline. 00:43:20 Mon, 05 Dec 2016 17:39:27 -0600 Kevin Pranis the Campaign Director at LIUNA one of the main organizations involved in the Dakota Access Pipeline, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss the history of the pipeline and it's controversies. Topics covered include the issue of whether the Sioux tribe expressed their complaints early enough in the process, the chances of a landslide causing the pipe to break and the financial cost of re-routing the pipeline.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/119/ Political Radar Green Bay Alderman Bill Galvin, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Green Bay's local government. Topics covered were city planning, lack of infrastructure, the city of Green Bay falling behind on tasks, fixing roads, landlord- tenant issues, lead pipes and biased journalism. 00:34:44 Tue, 29 Nov 2016 12:06:14 -0600 Green Bay Alderman Bill Galvin, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Green Bay's local government. Topics covered were city planning, lack of infrastructure, the city of Green Bay falling behind on tasks, fixing roads, landlord- tenant issues, lead pipes and biased journalism.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/118/ Political Radar Bill Meindl, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Green Bay's local government. Topics covered were Green Bay city development, City Council, East Town Mall, Festival Foods, Brown County Library Branch, and Mayor Jim Schmitt working to make a real difference for Green Bay. 00:48:13 Tue, 22 Nov 2016 11:49:05 -0600 Bill Meindl, joins Rhonda and Elliot to discuss Green Bay's local government. Topics covered were Green Bay city development, City Council, East Town Mall, Festival Foods, Brown County Library Branch, and Mayor Jim Schmitt working to make a real difference for Green Bay.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/116/ Political Radar Phil Jennerjahn, joins Elliot and guest host Tricia Nell on this episode of Political Radar for a Republican takeover. They discuss Donald Trump's victory and possible reasons for the outcome. 00:39:08 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 20:10:48 -0600 Phil Jennerjahn, joins Elliot and guest host Tricia Nell on this episode of Political Radar for a Republican takeover. They discuss Donald Trump's victory and possible reasons for the outcome.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/112/ Political Radar Jacob Jones, one of Political Radar's Producers joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar to discuss the 2016 presidential election. They discuss possible reasons for the outcome, and recap what happened during the election. 00:57:36 Mon, 14 Nov 2016 13:02:08 -0600 Jacob Jones, one of Political Radar's Producers joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar to discuss the 2016 presidential election. They discuss possible reasons for the outcome, and recap what happened during the election.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/111/ Political Radar Brandon Stevens, a Oneida Nation Council Member joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar to discuss the Standing Rock pipeline. They discuss Brandon's first hand experiences on the front line with protesters against the pipeline, the risks involved with the pipeline, militarization, and the inhumane treatment of human life. 00:39:09 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 13:53:58 -0600 Brandon Stevens, a Oneida Nation Council Member joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar to discuss the Standing Rock pipeline. They discuss Brandon's first hand experiences on the front line with protesters against the pipeline, the risks involved with the pipeline, militarization, and the inhumane treatment of human life.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/109/ Political Radar State Representative Eric Genrich, join Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss the issues with Green Bay's voting with the following topics: lack of early voting and weekend voting, election costs, residents unable to vote, student voting, voting suggestions, low cost of getting universal access to the electorate, and people leaving the city. 00:37:02 Tue, 01 Nov 2016 15:01:10 -0500 State Representative Eric Genrich, join Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss the issues with Green Bay's voting with the following topics: lack of early voting and weekend voting, election costs, residents unable to vote, student voting, voting suggestions, low cost of getting universal access to the electorate, and people leaving the city.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/108/ Political Radar State Assembly Hopeful for the 88th District, Noah Reif, join Rhonda and special guest host Adam Funk on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss the working class, environmental issues, quality of life in Wisconsin, local political control, importance of school funding and voucher programs, farms, and organizations. 00:42:13 Tue, 01 Nov 2016 14:58:31 -0500 State Assembly Hopeful for the 88th District, Noah Reif, join Rhonda and special guest host Adam Funk on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss the working class, environmental issues, quality of life in Wisconsin, local political control, importance of school funding and voucher programs, farms, and organizations.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/107/ Political Radar Millennials Nick Faust a Hillary Clinton supporter and Kyle Cropsey a Donald Trump supporter, join Rhonda and special guest host Adam Funk on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss the 2016 presidential election and how each candidates views stack against each other. They debate over immigration reform, gun control, student loan debt and economic policy. 00:35:34 Tue, 25 Oct 2016 11:27:48 -0500 Millennials Nick Faust a Hillary Clinton supporter and Kyle Cropsey a Donald Trump supporter, join Rhonda and special guest host Adam Funk on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss the 2016 presidential election and how each candidates views stack against each other. They debate over immigration reform, gun control, student loan debt and economic policy.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/106/ Political Radar Phil Anderson, a Libertarian running for the U.S. Senate, joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss many of the questions heard during the debate and why he was excluded. Several key issues brought up include: Gun rights, identity politics, military spending, student loan debt, family leave and abortion rights. 00:46:49 Tue, 18 Oct 2016 12:40:05 -0500 Phil Anderson, a Libertarian running for the U.S. Senate, joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss many of the questions heard during the debate and why he was excluded. Several key issues brought up include: Gun rights, identity politics, military spending, student loan debt, family leave and abortion rights.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/98/ Political Radar Paul Linzmeyer, a board member of the <a href="https://www.farmory.org/">Farmory</a> and a the former chairman of the Green Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss what the Farmory Project is and how it can impact communities. Several key issues brought up include: Farm to School Programs, the differences between Hydroponics and Aquaponics, the impact of healthy, local foods on entrepreneurs, the environment, and the quality of life for everyone in our community. 00:40:44 Tue, 11 Oct 2016 16:33:42 -0500 Paul Linzmeyer, a board member of the <a href="https://www.farmory.org/">Farmory</a> and a the former chairman of the Green Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss what the Farmory Project is and how it can impact communities. Several key issues brought up include: Farm to School Programs, the differences between Hydroponics and Aquaponics, the impact of healthy, local foods on entrepreneurs, the environment, and the quality of life for everyone in our community.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/92/ Political Radar Russ Feingold and Mark Becker, join Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss bipartisan politics and infrastructure. Several key issues brought up include; our crumbling infrastructure, the lack of high speed internet in rural communities, how to entice entrepreneurs to move to Wisconsin, and the 2016 presidential race. 00:36:42 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 09:11:09 -0500 Russ Feingold and Mark Becker, join Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss bipartisan politics and infrastructure. Several key issues brought up include; our crumbling infrastructure, the lack of high speed internet in rural communities, how to entice entrepreneurs to move to Wisconsin, and the 2016 presidential race.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/91/ Political Radar Matthew Rothschild, the executive director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss campaign finance and political corruption. Several key issues are brought up such as gerrymandering, political disclosure, and corruption in the Wisconsin Supreme Court. 00:27:21 Wed, 05 Oct 2016 10:22:09 -0500 Matthew Rothschild, the executive director of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss campaign finance and political corruption. Several key issues are brought up such as gerrymandering, political disclosure, and corruption in the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/84/ Political Radar Shae Sortwell, the architect of the Jim Schmitt Resign campaign joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss the current political climate in Green Bay. Several key issues such as how much transparency there needs to be for campaigns and who might be running for mayor are discussed. 00:36:59 Thu, 29 Sep 2016 18:55:00 -0500 Shae Sortwell, the architect of the Jim Schmitt Resign campaign joins Rhonda and Elliot on this episode of Political Radar. They discuss the current political climate in Green Bay. Several key issues such as how much transparency there needs to be for campaigns and who might be running for mayor are discussed.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/83/ Political Radar David Nennig, Green Bay Alderperson for District 5 joins the Political Radar crew to discuss several issues. They discuss the fate of Green Bay Mayor, Jim Schmitt, Colburn Pool, quadracycles, and short term home rentals (AirBnB). 00:37:18 Wed, 28 Sep 2016 13:33:44 -0500 David Nennig, Green Bay Alderperson for District 5 joins the Political Radar crew to discuss several issues. They discuss the fate of Green Bay Mayor, Jim Schmitt, Colburn Pool, quadracycles, and short term home rentals (AirBnB).

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/82/ Political Radar Eric Wimberger, who is running for the Wisconsin State Senate for District 30 joins the Political Radar crew to discuss several key issues that are emerging in Wisconsin. They discuss the viability of marijuana legalization in Wisconsin and its challenges. They also discuss voter ID laws and how effective they can be at stopping fraud as opposed to the number of people that are negatively impacted. Then they debate how connected marriage and government should be. 00:45:52 Thu, 22 Sep 2016 12:52:16 -0500 Eric Wimberger, who is running for the Wisconsin State Senate for District 30 joins the Political Radar crew to discuss several key issues that are emerging in Wisconsin. They discuss the viability of marijuana legalization in Wisconsin and its challenges. They also discuss voter ID laws and how effective they can be at stopping fraud as opposed to the number of people that are negatively impacted. Then they debate how connected marriage and government should be.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/81/ Political Radar Colleen Gruszynski, formerly of the Wisconsin Government Accountability Board, joins the Political Radar crew to discuss the charges brought against Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. Colleen explains in great detail the three counts in the criminal complaint, why the charges were plead down from felonies to a misdemeanors, why other charges were not included. Additionally, they discuss such topics as: Should donors be held accountable for giving over campaign limits? Why are unions able to fund candidates? Are campaign finance laws too difficult to understand? 00:37:48 Fri, 16 Sep 2016 10:48:10 -0500 Colleen Gruszynski, formerly of the Wisconsin Government Accountability Board, joins the Political Radar crew to discuss the charges brought against Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt. Colleen explains in great detail the three counts in the criminal complaint, why the charges were plead down from felonies to a misdemeanors, why other charges were not included. Additionally, they discuss such topics as: Should donors be held accountable for giving over campaign limits? Why are unions able to fund candidates? Are campaign finance laws too difficult to understand?

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/80/ Political Radar Lynn Utesch, candidate for Wisconsin's 1st State Assembly District, joins the Political Radar crew to discuss many topics including why he is running for office, environmental issues effecting his district and issues with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' enforcement of regulations. Additionally they discuss the Republican's attempt to change the open records laws of the state of Wisconsin, drug testing for recipients of government benefits, the legalization of marijuana, who is funding Lynn's campaign and much more. 00:32:16 Tue, 13 Sep 2016 16:07:18 -0500 Lynn Utesch, candidate for Wisconsin's 1st State Assembly District, joins the Political Radar crew to discuss many topics including why he is running for office, environmental issues effecting his district and issues with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' enforcement of regulations. Additionally they discuss the Republican's attempt to change the open records laws of the state of Wisconsin, drug testing for recipients of government benefits, the legalization of marijuana, who is funding Lynn's campaign and much more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/79/ Political Radar Randy Scannell, Green Bay Alder for District 7, joins the Political Radar team for the second time to discuss major controversies in Green Bay. They discuss Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt pleading guilty to several misdemeanor counts of campaign finance law breaking and what it will mean for the city's future. They also discuss Scott William's opinions on partisan versus non-partisan politics caused by Mark Becker's letter published in the Green Bay Press-Gazette. 00:29:56 Fri, 09 Sep 2016 05:34:54 -0500 Randy Scannell, Green Bay Alder for District 7, joins the Political Radar team for the second time to discuss major controversies in Green Bay. They discuss Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt pleading guilty to several misdemeanor counts of campaign finance law breaking and what it will mean for the city's future. They also discuss Scott William's opinions on partisan versus non-partisan politics caused by Mark Becker's letter published in the Green Bay Press-Gazette.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/78/ Political Radar Mark Steuer, Vice President of the Green Bay City Council and representative for District 10 joins Elliot and special guest host Lisa Hanson to discuss economic development in Green Bay. They discuss the importance of historic preservation, celebrations and festivals, Green Bay's change from being a car first community to supporting more bike lanes and trails, and more. 00:36:20 Thu, 01 Sep 2016 11:31:19 -0500 Mark Steuer, Vice President of the Green Bay City Council and representative for District 10 joins Elliot and special guest host Lisa Hanson to discuss economic development in Green Bay. They discuss the importance of historic preservation, celebrations and festivals, Green Bay's change from being a car first community to supporting more bike lanes and trails, and more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/77/ Political Radar Pat Evans, Brown County Board Supervisor for District 9 joins Elliot and Rhonda to discuss several controversies happening at the county level. They discuss #breastgate and the payout to corporation counsel, employees who may have been unjustly fired and the appointment of a county board member for a spot some feel should be Alex Galt's. 00:32:17 Thu, 25 Aug 2016 11:03:49 -0500 Pat Evans, Brown County Board Supervisor for District 9 joins Elliot and Rhonda to discuss several controversies happening at the county level. They discuss #breastgate and the payout to corporation counsel, employees who may have been unjustly fired and the appointment of a county board member for a spot some feel should be Alex Galt's.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/75/ Political Radar Chuck Rybak, an Associate Professor of English and Humanistic Studies at the University of Wisconsin—Green Bay and owner of the Sad Iron blog (http://chuckrybak.com/) joins Elliot and Rhonda to discuss happenings at the University of Wisconsin. Chuck explains how the UW system receives funding, the plights of UW faculty members and how budget cuts to education affect the community. 00:32:57 Tue, 23 Aug 2016 13:25:09 -0500 Chuck Rybak, an Associate Professor of English and Humanistic Studies at the University of Wisconsin—Green Bay and owner of the Sad Iron blog (http://chuckrybak.com/) joins Elliot and Rhonda to discuss happenings at the University of Wisconsin. Chuck explains how the UW system receives funding, the plights of UW faculty members and how budget cuts to education affect the community.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/74/ Political Radar Thomas De Wane, Alderman for District Two of Green Bay's City Council and the council's president joins Rhonda and Elliot for this episode of Political Radar. They discuss how the stadium tax refund might be spent by Green Bay; whether it be on economic development or given back to taxpayers. They also discuss Green Bay's infrastructure and the proposed stadium. 00:37:50 Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:08:27 -0500 Thomas De Wane, Alderman for District Two of Green Bay's City Council and the council's president joins Rhonda and Elliot for this episode of Political Radar. They discuss how the stadium tax refund might be spent by Green Bay; whether it be on economic development or given back to taxpayers. They also discuss Green Bay's infrastructure and the proposed stadium.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/72/ Political Radar Koby Schellenger the Regional Field Coordinator for Planned Parenthood for Wisconsin joins Rhonda and Elliot for this episode of Political Radar. They discuss sexual education, abstinence only programs, stigmas about discussing sex. Additionally they talk about how Planned Parenthood is funded and programs Planned Parenthood offers to help adults learn how to help young adults with sexual education. 00:30:47 Tue, 16 Aug 2016 12:25:38 -0500 Koby Schellenger the Regional Field Coordinator for Planned Parenthood for Wisconsin joins Rhonda and Elliot for this episode of Political Radar. They discuss sexual education, abstinence only programs, stigmas about discussing sex. Additionally they talk about how Planned Parenthood is funded and programs Planned Parenthood offers to help adults learn how to help young adults with sexual education.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/70/ Political Radar Andrew Smith, Green Bay's newly appointed Police Chief joins Rhonda and Elliot for an episode of Political Radar. (Spoiler Alert: He is not there to arrest them.) Chief Smith shares his unique view on how a small city like Green Bay compares to Los Angeles, where he was previously the LAPD's top spokesman. He also shares his ideas on how police/community relations can be improved. 00:32:53 Thu, 11 Aug 2016 10:57:02 -0500 Andrew Smith, Green Bay's newly appointed Police Chief joins Rhonda and Elliot for an episode of Political Radar. (Spoiler Alert: He is not there to arrest them.) Chief Smith shares his unique view on how a small city like Green Bay compares to Los Angeles, where he was previously the LAPD's top spokesman. He also shares his ideas on how police/community relations can be improved.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/69/ Political Radar Ned Dorff, former Alderman for District 7 on the Green Bay City Council joins the Political Radar team this episode. As a progressive educator, Ned brings unique perspective on how politics are perceived by children in our public schools. Ned also shares what it means to be vegan. 00:38:17 Tue, 09 Aug 2016 13:34:31 -0500 Ned Dorff, former Alderman for District 7 on the Green Bay City Council joins the Political Radar team this episode. As a progressive educator, Ned brings unique perspective on how politics are perceived by children in our public schools. Ned also shares what it means to be vegan.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/68/ Political Radar Alex Galt, business owner, and former candidate for the 15th district of the Brown County Board of Supervisors joins the Political Radar team this episode. They talk about the experiences of running for office. They also discuss Alex's opponent's resignation shortly after winning the election. 00:33:19 Thu, 04 Aug 2016 16:56:41 -0500 Alex Galt, business owner, and former candidate for the 15th district of the Brown County Board of Supervisors joins the Political Radar team this episode. They talk about the experiences of running for office. They also discuss Alex's opponent's resignation shortly after winning the election.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/67/ Political Radar Barbara Dorff joins Elliot and Rhonda on this episode of Political Radar to discuss local issues to the Green Bay, Wisconsin area. They discuss the importance of bike lanes and maintaining roads and what it means to be a female Alder on Green Bay's City Council. 00:28:01 Tue, 02 Aug 2016 15:49:54 -0500 Barbara Dorff joins Elliot and Rhonda on this episode of Political Radar to discuss local issues to the Green Bay, Wisconsin area. They discuss the importance of bike lanes and maintaining roads and what it means to be a female Alder on Green Bay's City Council.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/65/ Political Radar Terri Warner joins Elliot and Rhonda on this episode of Political Radar to discuss race relations and how they affect black youth as they grow up. While discussing the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement, they also discuss how much of a nerd Terri is. 00:35:49 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 15:13:55 -0500 Terri Warner joins Elliot and Rhonda on this episode of Political Radar to discuss race relations and how they affect black youth as they grow up. While discussing the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement, they also discuss how much of a nerd Terri is.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/63/ Political Radar Republicans, Conservatives and Libertarians who all support gay rights? Rhonda and Elliot are joined this episode by Devin Gatton, the President of the Wisconsin Log Cabin Republicans. Together they discuss the Log Cabin Republican's beliefs and the inclusion of conversion therapy in the Republican platform. 00:29:36 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 15:24:05 -0500 Republicans, Conservatives and Libertarians who all support gay rights? Rhonda and Elliot are joined this episode by Devin Gatton, the President of the Wisconsin Log Cabin Republicans. Together they discuss the Log Cabin Republican's beliefs and the inclusion of conversion therapy in the Republican platform.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/61/ Political Radar How do race relations affect the city of Green Bay? That's the question asked today by Eliot, Rhonda, and special guest Cordero Barkley. Cordero is a self proclaimed community activist who loves to help those in need. They discuss what it is like growing up as a black youth. 00:32:57 Thu, 21 Jul 2016 15:38:08 -0500 How do race relations affect the city of Green Bay? That's the question asked today by Eliot, Rhonda, and special guest Cordero Barkley. Cordero is a self proclaimed community activist who loves to help those in need. They discuss what it is like growing up as a black youth.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/59/ Political Radar When it relates to sexual education, what should public schools teach? That's the question asked today by Eliot, Rhonda, and special guest Kim Klein Dorchester. Kim is a concerned mother, community activist and a Political Radar fan. They discuss what messages and information children should receive in public schools. 00:31:12 Tue, 19 Jul 2016 12:38:46 -0500 When it relates to sexual education, what should public schools teach? That's the question asked today by Eliot, Rhonda, and special guest Kim Klein Dorchester. Kim is a concerned mother, community activist and a Political Radar fan. They discuss what messages and information children should receive in public schools.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/58/ Political Radar Frank Lasee, Wisconsin State Senator for District 1 who is now running for the United States House of Representatives for Wisconsin's District 8 joins Eliot and Rhonda. They discuss what it is like running for Congress, federal budgets, gun control and more. 00:36:18 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 12:39:19 -0500 Frank Lasee, Wisconsin State Senator for District 1 who is now running for the United States House of Representatives for Wisconsin's District 8 joins Eliot and Rhonda. They discuss what it is like running for Congress, federal budgets, gun control and more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/56/ Political Radar Nick Wuatier, Media Specialist at Camera Corner Studios and Elliot's partner on the Ideas By Elliot Podcast joins the Political Radar team to discuss the 2016 presidential election. Nick shares his feelings over being a Bernie Sanders supporter and even shares his thoughts on Political Radar itself! 00:29:42 Tue, 12 Jul 2016 13:35:49 -0500 Nick Wuatier, Media Specialist at Camera Corner Studios and Elliot's partner on the Ideas By Elliot Podcast joins the Political Radar team to discuss the 2016 presidential election. Nick shares his feelings over being a Bernie Sanders supporter and even shares his thoughts on Political Radar itself!

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/55/ Political Radar On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Phil Jennerjahn, who ran for Brown County Board Supervisor for district 4 and was a nominee for the U.S. House of Representatives in California's 28th Congressional District in 2012. They discuss the 2016 presidential election and the Brexit movement. 00:28:54 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 07:07:55 -0500 On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Phil Jennerjahn, who ran for Brown County Board Supervisor for district 4 and was a nominee for the U.S. House of Representatives in California's 28th Congressional District in 2012. They discuss the 2016 presidential election and the Brexit movement.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/54/ Political Radar On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Noah Reif who is running for the Wisconsin State Assembly District 88 seat currently held by John Macco. They discuss many issues including why Noah is running, Wisconsin's Private School Choice Programs, and the Green Bay Area Public School District policies on sexual education. 00:43:06 Tue, 05 Jul 2016 07:32:28 -0500 On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Noah Reif who is running for the Wisconsin State Assembly District 88 seat currently held by John Macco. They discuss many issues including why Noah is running, Wisconsin's Private School Choice Programs, and the Green Bay Area Public School District policies on sexual education.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/53/ Political Radar On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome gemologist, fashion blogger and member of the On Broadway, Inc. board, Adam Funk. Together, they discuss the tragic shooting at a gay night club in Orlando, FL and how it relates to terrorism and gun control. They also discuss the house democrat "sit in" that followed this event. 00:36:50 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 16:23:07 -0500 On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome gemologist, fashion blogger and member of the On Broadway, Inc. board, Adam Funk. Together, they discuss the tragic shooting at a gay night club in Orlando, FL and how it relates to terrorism and gun control. They also discuss the house democrat "sit in" that followed this event.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/52/ Political Radar On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Brown County Supervisor Tom Sieber. Together they discuss many issues that affect Brown County including Colburn pool, closed session hearings and term limits for local and county government. 00:35:00 Wed, 29 Jun 2016 12:09:42 -0500 On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Brown County Supervisor Tom Sieber. Together they discuss many issues that affect Brown County including Colburn pool, closed session hearings and term limits for local and county government.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/51/ Political Radar In this episode of Political Radar, Elliot and special guest host Lisa Hanson who sits on the Green Bay, Wisconsin Plan Commission, welcome Scott Furlong, the Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences and a Professor of Political Science for the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. They discuss gun control issues, personal security and The 2016 presidential election. 00:35:14 Thu, 23 Jun 2016 15:41:09 -0500 In this episode of Political Radar, Elliot and special guest host Lisa Hanson who sits on the Green Bay, Wisconsin Plan Commission, welcome Scott Furlong, the Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences and a Professor of Political Science for the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. They discuss gun control issues, personal security and The 2016 presidential election.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/50/ Political Radar In this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot discuss gun control following the horrific mass shootings at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida. They discuss how gun control relates to mass shootings. They also share ways that Political Radar fans can help support the show. 00:39:58 Wed, 22 Jun 2016 16:01:27 -0500 In this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot discuss gun control following the horrific mass shootings at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida. They discuss how gun control relates to mass shootings. They also share ways that Political Radar fans can help support the show.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/47/ Political Radar In this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Dr. Michael Gallagher, who is running for the 8th congressional district seat currently held by retiring Reid Ribble. They discussion many national issues including the recent terror attach in Orlando Fl, gun control laws, what the US should do about ISIS and other radical Islamist groups and more. 00:39:56 Thu, 16 Jun 2016 14:16:20 -0500 In this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Dr. Michael Gallagher, who is running for the 8th congressional district seat currently held by retiring Reid Ribble. They discussion many national issues including the recent terror attach in Orlando Fl, gun control laws, what the US should do about ISIS and other radical Islamist groups and more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/46/ Political Radar In this episode of Political Radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome Eric Genrich, Wisconsin State Representative for assembly district 90. They discuss many topics including gerrymandering in the Wisconsin legislative branch, The legalization of marijuana, and correctional facility reforms in Wisconsin. 00:28:30 Tue, 14 Jun 2016 13:08:28 -0500 In this episode of Political Radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome Eric Genrich, Wisconsin State Representative for assembly district 90. They discuss many topics including gerrymandering in the Wisconsin legislative branch, The legalization of marijuana, and correctional facility reforms in Wisconsin.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/44/ Political Radar In this episode of Political Radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome Erik Hoyer, Brown County Supervisor for District 4. They discuss many local topics including safety issues at Fonferek Glen park, possible health risks facing the Brown County area such as windmills, coal piles, the Sanimax plant and more. 00:34:01 Wed, 08 Jun 2016 13:57:19 -0500 In this episode of Political Radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome Erik Hoyer, Brown County Supervisor for District 4. They discuss many local topics including safety issues at Fonferek Glen park, possible health risks facing the Brown County area such as windmills, coal piles, the Sanimax plant and more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/43/ Political Radar In this episode of Political Radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome Randy Scannell, City of Green Bay Alderperson for District 7. They discuss many local topics including the City of Green Bay Code of Conduct for Elected Officials, Big Top Baseball's stadium proposal, wine licenses and more. 00:30:50 Mon, 06 Jun 2016 13:20:57 -0500 In this episode of Political Radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome Randy Scannell, City of Green Bay Alderperson for District 7. They discuss many local topics including the City of Green Bay Code of Conduct for Elected Officials, Big Top Baseball's stadium proposal, wine licenses and more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/40/ Political Radar In this episode of Political Radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome Chris Wery, City of Green Bay Alderperson for District 8. They discuss many local topics including Colburn Pool, the Lambeau Field sales tax funds, local road repair issues and more. 00:31:53 Thu, 26 May 2016 11:01:27 -0500 In this episode of Political Radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome Chris Wery, City of Green Bay Alderperson for District 8. They discuss many local topics including Colburn Pool, the Lambeau Field sales tax funds, local road repair issues and more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/39/ Political Radar In this episode of Political radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome "The People's Watchdog" Scott Williams. Scott is a political activist in Brown County and a former candidate for the Brown County Board. They discuss many local topics including the Sanimax Plant in Howard WI, the payout to former Brown County corporation counsel Juliana Ruenzel, Shirley wind farm health concerns, and much more. 00:37:07 Wed, 25 May 2016 10:15:08 -0500 In this episode of Political radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome "The People's Watchdog" Scott Williams. Scott is a political activist in Brown County and a former candidate for the Brown County Board. They discuss many local topics including the Sanimax Plant in Howard WI, the payout to former Brown County corporation counsel Juliana Ruenzel, Shirley wind farm health concerns, and much more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/38/ Political Radar In this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Joe Moore, City of Green Bay Alderperson for District 6. They discuss many local topics including Colburn pool, lead pipe replacement, Lambeau Field sales tax funds, and much more. 00:31:55 Tue, 24 May 2016 14:28:39 -0500 In this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Joe Moore, City of Green Bay Alderperson for District 6. They discuss many local topics including Colburn pool, lead pipe replacement, Lambeau Field sales tax funds, and much more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/37/ Political Radar On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Brown County Supervisor Mark Becker. They cover many local topics including the payment of $61,000 to former Corporation Counsel Juliana Ruenzel, the Lambeau Field sales tax, and the Shirley Wind Farm. Additionally, they discuss national political issues including Donald Trump, the Republican presidential primary process and more. 00:33:21 Mon, 23 May 2016 07:57:30 -0500 On this episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot welcome Brown County Supervisor Mark Becker. They cover many local topics including the payment of $61,000 to former Corporation Counsel Juliana Ruenzel, the Lambeau Field sales tax, and the Shirley Wind Farm. Additionally, they discuss national political issues including Donald Trump, the Republican presidential primary process and more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/36/ Political Radar In this episode of Political radar Rhonda and Elliot discuss Green Bay's “Poolgate” with Debbie Jacques. Debbie, who ran against Alderman Chris Wery for his council seat for District 8. They discuss Tundra Lodge's proposal to build an Olympic sized swimming pool and key political leaders stances on the issue. 00:33:19 Fri, 20 May 2016 12:10:25 -0500 In this episode of Political radar Rhonda and Elliot discuss Green Bay's “Poolgate” with Debbie Jacques. Debbie, who ran against Alderman Chris Wery for his council seat for District 8. They discuss Tundra Lodge's proposal to build an Olympic sized swimming pool and key political leaders stances on the issue.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/32/ Political Radar Rhonda and Elliott take a detailed look at the current presidential election process, candidates and their supporters. They cover many topics including: Do people really support Donald Trump? Can Bernie Sanders win? Will Bernie Sanders supporters support Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton? should Larry Wilmore use the N-word? and many more. 01:03:51 Tue, 10 May 2016 14:38:11 -0500 Rhonda and Elliott take a detailed look at the current presidential election process, candidates and their supporters. They cover many topics including: Do people really support Donald Trump? Can Bernie Sanders win? Will Bernie Sanders supporters support Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton? should Larry Wilmore use the N-word? and many more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/31/ Political Radar Rhonda and Elliot welcome William "Bill" Galvin, who ran against Rhonda, for the Green Bay City Council seat representing District 4. Rhonda, Elliot and Alderman Galvin discuss many topics effecting the city of Green Bay including the City of Green Bay Code of Conduct for Elected Officials, Colburn Pool, the outdoor events center proposal and more. 01:11:42 Fri, 06 May 2016 09:08:56 -0500 Rhonda and Elliot welcome William "Bill" Galvin, who ran against Rhonda, for the Green Bay City Council seat representing District 4. Rhonda, Elliot and Alderman Galvin discuss many topics effecting the city of Green Bay including the City of Green Bay Code of Conduct for Elected Officials, Colburn Pool, the outdoor events center proposal and more.

]]> http://newsmakers.network/episode/28/ Political Radar In the first episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot discuss many local political issues including fixing lead water pipes, building sports venues, single beer sales bans and more.  On the national level they look at political party candidate selection processes, the Electoral College, voter ID laws and more. 01:02:56 Thu, 28 Apr 2016 17:38:44 -0500 In the first episode of Political Radar, Rhonda and Elliot discuss many local political issues including fixing lead water pipes, building sports venues, single beer sales bans and more.  On the national level they look at political party candidate selection processes, the Electoral College, voter ID laws and more.

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