Maino and the Mayor

The podcast dives into a lively discussion about the NEW Zoo's latest animal additions, including endangered cotton-top tamarins and adorable Canada lynx cubs. Kristine Schuetze shares insights into zoo conservation efforts and the upcoming Feast with the Beast event, which marks its 25th anniversary with craft beers named after animals. The hosts also reminisce about classic Batman villains and discuss the joys and tribulations of attending high school reunions. With a mix of humor and heart, the episode captures the essence of community and conservation. Guest: Kristine Schuetze

Jeff Larson of Green Bay Sail and Paddle recounts his dream month in Italy, balancing between bustling cities like Venice and Rome and the serene Tuscan countryside. He shares vivid tales of navigating Italian roads, indulging in local culinary delights, and the challenges of tracing Italian genealogy. The episode flows into a vibrant discussion about his organization's mission to provide sailing experiences to underprivileged kids, with an emphasis on inclusivity and education. They empower kids with unique skills, exposing them to the beauty of the bay, and instilling a love for sailing and the outdoors. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Jeff Larson

Today's episode is a bittersweet farewell to Todd Michaels, the show's beloved producer, as he moves on to exciting new ventures in media. John Maino and Jim Schmitt reminisce about the impact Todd had on the show, from his meticulous show prep to his unwavering passion for radio. The duo also dives into a lively discussion about music legends, nostalgic concerts, and the wild world of 70s rock, touching on artists like Cheap Trick and Heart. Amidst laughs and memories, they contemplate fashion, dimples, and the cultural footprint of iconic musicians and actors. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

John Craemer is in the house with the Green Bay Press Times' Headlines segment, and Mai Nu Vang and Tou Yang join him from the Hmong community in Green Bay to talk about some of the events they have been a part of this year. They also discuss the strength and resilience in the community. Then Maino is joined by Adriana Vander Leest and Chef Lauren Rue from the Oshkosh Marriott Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center. As the hotel undergoes the third phase of renovations, they're excited to kick off the Grand Opening for the "Anchor & Port" restaurant inside the Marriott. The event is planned for July 29th. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: John Craemer, Mai Nu Vang, Tou Yang, Lauren Rue

Katie Burke joins to talk about the 17th Annual Three Rivers Roleo, which is heading to an exciting new venue! We're thrilled to partner with the Village of Howard for an action-packed weekend. Friday, July 11- Amateurs starting 4:00 pm Saturday, July 12- Professionals battle it out starting at 10 am Saturday bonus fun- food trucks and live music Then Joe Verdegan joins with 5 Time WIR Champ Scott Hansen for a look back at racing and Scott's career. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Joe Verdegan, Katie Burke

While celebrating Cow Appreciation Day, Maino claims, in his younger, healthier days, he could outrun a cow. And The Mayor correctly states that Kewaunee County has about five cows for every one human. Sounds like a great place to live! Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

Ieva joins Valley Focus to talk with Todd Michaels and Lisa Hale about the issues pet parents are facing in Oshkosh. Ieva will be a part of Valley Focus twice a month on WISS. Link to Website: https://www.oahs.org/ Todd Michaels and Northeast Wisconsin News Bureau Chief Lisa Hale talk with community leaders from Oshkosh, Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, and the Fox Valley for Valley Focus. Conversations will range from entertainment to government to community involvement and more! The show will air weekday mornings at 6:50 a.m. as part of the Maino and the Mayor Show on 96.5 and 98.3 WISS in Appleton and Oshkosh. Guest: Ieva Engel

Jim and John welcome Kevin Van Ess and Bryan Milz to promote their Music in the Park at McAuliffe Park. The event is tomorrow night in the park. It underscores the power of music to unite people, even evoking memories in patients with dementia. The hosts celebrate local talents like Frank Hermans and his son Harrison, who discuss his upcoming musical 'I Found My Thrill on Scrays Hill' and reflect on the importance of family and community in the arts. The episode is filled with anecdotes about music’s magical ability to transform and connect communities. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Bryan Milz, Frank Hermans, Kevin Van Ess, Harrison Hermans

Jim and John discuss the complexities of assisted living with guest Kendra Cornell from Allouez Senior Living. Discussing the emotional and financial challenges, they emphasize the importance of planning for memory care and assisted living. The conversation underscores the importance of considering factors such as Medicaid, community services, and personal needs when selecting the right facility. Kendra shares personal insights from her experience with her grandfather's transition to assisted living. Meanwhile, Kristen Ambos with Point Mortgage Corporation provides a lively update on the mortgage market, emphasizing the importance of understanding loan options and the impact of housing inventory on rates. Check out her podcast "Always On Point". Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Kristen Ambos, Kendra Cornell

Civic Media Meteorologist Brittney Merlot joins the team and discusses the recent tragic floods in Texas, and the wonders of weather radios. Brittney explains how drought and sudden rains can cause flash floods, emphasizing the importance of emergency alerts. The duo reminisce about their musical upbringing, discussing banned songs and rock posters, and they chat about upcoming events like the EAA Oshkosh and Packers shareholders meeting. They also critique the Packers' ticket pricing strategy, longing for a fan-first approach. It's a mix of nostalgia, local happenings, and a touch of rock 'n' roll. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Brittney Merlot

Jennifer Skolaski is the Project Manager for the Winnebago County Overdose Fatality Review Team, and Maddie Breager is the Community Health Strategist for Winnebago County Public Health. They joined Lisa and Todd on Valley Focus to talk about Winnebago’s significant decrease in overdose deaths from 2023 to 2024. They discuss the programs and initiatives that have led to the progress, and their plans to continue the work. https://www.co.winnebago.wi.us/public-health/news/06052024/ofr-annual-report-2024-2025 https://www.weheartyou.org/app Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Jennifer Skolaski, Maddie Breager

Pat Tracey with Discover Oshkosh joins us from our Oshkosh studio to give us a rundown of all the events coming up for the holiday weekend! From fireworks to food trucks, Oshkosh has it going on! Then Dennis Peters from The Glam Band joins for our Daddy D. Productions LIVE Music Series. We feature patriotic music from Woody Mankowski, and Big Mouth and the Power Tool Horns! Besides the great music, John Craemer & Kevin Osgood join from the US Coast Guard Auxiliary Green Bay to remind listeners of water safety over the holiday weekend. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor!

Pat Tracey with Discover Oshkosh joins us from our Oshkosh studio to give us a rundown of all the events coming up for the holiday weekend! From fireworks to food trucks, Oshkosh has it going on! Then Dennis Peters from The Glam Band joins for our Daddy D. Productions LIVE Music Series. We feature patriotic music from Woody Mankowski, and Big Mouth and the Power Tool Horns! Besides the great music, John Craemer & Kevin Osgood join from the US Coast Guard Auxiliary Green Bay to remind listeners of water safety over the holiday weekend. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: John Craemer, Pat Tracey, Dennis Peters, Kevin Osgood, Woody Mankowski

Mark Husen joins from Emplify by Bellin Health Sports Medicine to talk about getting ready for student sports this fall. We're just a few weeks away from the start of many sports seasons, so now is the time to make the appointments to get that handled! Then Kelly Downard and Geri McCann stop by from the Green Bay Elks Lodge #259 to remind us of everything the group does in our community and to invite our listeners to visit and participate in many of the events they are a part of! Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Mark Husen, Kelly Downard, Geri McCann

Heading into a holiday weekend, it's almost like a Friday! The guys discuss the fact that The Mayor was up at 3am pre-grilling for the holiday weekend. (What were you doing at 3am this morning?) Lisa Hale joins with a preview of this week's episode of NEWisco Weekend. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Lisa Hale

Dr. Alyssa Dankers joins Todd and Lisa on Valley Focus to discuss the shortage of Veterinarians. They touch on the need for urgent care for animals. And the mission of Transcend Veterinary Pet Urgent Care to help area veterinarians and pet parents. Link to the website: https://transcendveterinary.com/  Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Dr. Alyssa Dankers

John Cramer joins from the Green Bay Press Times, and brings along a group of extremely talented musicians. Big Mouth & The Power Tool Horns AND Woody Mankowski are "in the house"! The horns play an excellent rendition of The Star-Spangled Banner, and Woody knocks out Ray Charles' America the Beautiful. An amazing way to get ready for the holiday weekend. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: John Craemer, Woody Mankowski

Brian Slinger joins the guys to talk about the 24-Hour Ultra Relay that he's a part of on Washington Island. The relay is taking place the weekend of July 24th. Brian is raising money for the Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center. Kristie Sickel from Willow Tree is also in the studio to inform Jim and John what the program is all about. If you'd like to donate to Brian's fundraiser, you can visit the Family Services website and donate. Then Patty Hendrickson sits in for Deanna and Ben Malcore in the Moving With The Malcores segment. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guests: Patty Hendrickson, Brian Slinger, Kristie Sickel

The guys celebrate "Disco Day" by spinning a few tunes for the bumper music. Then Nick Slupski, "Cheese Curd Nick", swings in to run down his 4th of July dates. From today's Farmer's Market to dates in Door County, he'll be all over the area. For his schedule, check out his socials. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay and on WISS in Appleton/Oshkosh. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast lineup. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Maino and the Mayor! Guest: Nick Slupski

Karen Schneider, publisher of the Oshkosh Herald and the Neenah News, joins Todd and Lisa to talk a little bit about the newspapers, their history in the area, and what the top stories are in this week’s edition of the Oshkosh Herald. Read those stories or find out how you can get a copy of the Herald at https://oshkoshherald.com/ Valley Focus is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings at 6:50 a.m. as part of the Maino and the Mayor Show on 96.5 and 98.3 WISS in Appleton and Oshkosh.  Todd Michaels and Northeast Wisconsin News Bureau Chief Lisa Hale talk with community leaders from Oshkosh, Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, and the Fox Valley for Valley Focus. Conversations will range from entertainment to government to community involvement and more! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Guest: Karen Schneider