Matenaer on Air

We have a great show curated for you today with some of our favorite moments from this week including a huge announcement!! After 44 years in radio, our friend Jane Matenaer will be retiring at the end of the year. She shares her thoughts on why it's time to hang up the headphones, as well as her plans for after she says goodbye! We hear from so many people in and outside of Civic Media, sharing their thoughts and good wishes. Every month Civic Media's own Teri Barr aka "The Genie Of Just About Everything" joins the show to talk about her Slice Of Wisconsin and today, it's all about The Prime Rib Trail and yes, there will be a relish tray. To round out the show, we talk to Chuck Collins, who is an author and co-founder of the Patriotic Millionaires and he joins the show to discuss his new book Burned By Billionaires and why this country, especially under the current administration seems to be rigged for the wealthy class. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

In the second hour, Dan Shafer is sticking around to talk about what Tuesday's election means for Wisconsin and discuss the hurdles for both parties in the 2026 campaign season. Next, State Superintendent Jill Underly is finally addressing the shocking story coming out of the Department of Public Instruction. We discuss new measures of access, oversight and highlight that all of this is the result of great, local journalism. It's now time to lighten things up with Audio Sorbet and today we want to know what rules for getting older have you heard and chosen to ignore? And we had a great week, so let's close it out right with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - People Are Strange Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Dan Shafer

Do you love late 60's psychedelic rock, as well as 19th Century satirical comedy? Do you want to lease a burial plot with an option to buy? If you answered "yes" to all questions, well there's a lottery in Paris that might be of interest to you! And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here. It seems as if the president is tired of trying to convince the people that prices are coming down as he declared his point with some real "dad energy". In breaking news, Wisconsin's FoodShare program is fully up and running according to Governor Tony Evers. Then, every Friday we're joined by Civic Media's Political Editor Dan Shafer to recombobulate all the news from the week and we're discussing Tuesday's elections and what it could mean for Wisconsin going into the 2026 campaign season. And The White House is asking the courts to allow them to not help people, even though, they were told (by the courts), to help people. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Dan Shafer

News broke this morning that Speaker Emerita and Congressional Titan Nancy Pelosi will retire after her current term and we want to know - did she take a cue from Jane Matenaer? Also, in the wake of the government shutdown and the coming holidays, air travel will be more difficult, especially with a new announcement from Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy. But Wisconsin Congressman Bryan Steil may have something that can help (no really, this is a good idea) Then for Audio Sorbet, we talk all things sports with Acme Packing Company Writer Paul Noonan. And because you're amazing, we have This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Cat Burglar Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

Apparently in French justice comes down hard when we're talking about pets and some small inconveniences to the neighborhood. And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!

There are new jobs numbers show out today and they don't look good for the economy or The White House, but don't worry, the economy is great and gas prices are great and you're doing great, even if you don't know it. We ask whether or not the jobs numbers, along with Tuesday's elections will give pause to even those who are in The MAGA stronghold. Then, Jim Santelle is a former US Attorney and host of Amicus: A Law Review and he talks to us about the case before The US Supreme Court regarding tariffs and why it might not be good for the Trump Administration. And in case you didn't know it - Attorney General Pam Bondi can time travel and with this power, comes no responsibility, at all. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Jim Santelle

Darin Von Ruden is the President of The Wisconsin Farmers Union and every month he joins the show to talk about the important news coming out of the world of farming including how the shutdown is affecting our Ag industry as well as the deal for China to buy soybeans from America. For Audio Sorbet, we're celebrating the 70th anniversary of one of the greatest inventions, the life of a artistic legend and ask you about the movie you have to watch when you see it on TV. And it's time for your favorite end-of-the-show segment: This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Clone Zone Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Darin Von Ruden

We'll probably never understand the lives of the very wealthy and very famous, but its safe to say we know that bringing bioengineering into the pet selection process is something nobody should do, especially when you can adopt. And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!

Jeannie Brill is settling into her first term as a State Representative for Wisconsin's 27th District and she has a new bill up for consideration and it gets right to the point: voting drop boxes are bad and they should go away. This doesn't sit well with Democrats and some Republicans, nor does it jive with a decision from The Wisconsin Supreme Court, but that's not stopping her, she has a higher calling. Then, it was election night in America with The Democrats enjoying the overall results and The GOP losing their overall minds. We look at the big takeaways and hear from you on what the Left needs to do with this information. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

In the second hour, Chuck Collins is an author and members of Patriotic Millionaires and he joins the show to discuss his new book Burned By Billionaires and why this country, especially under the current administration seems to be rigged for the wealthy class. Every month Civic Media's own Teri Barr aka "The Genie Of Just About Everything" joins the show to talk about her Slice Of Wisconsin and today, it's all about The Prime Rib Trail and yes, there will be a relish tray. And let's close it all out with another installment of This Shouldn't Be A Thing - We Raise You Up Edition As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guests: Teri Barr, Chuck Collins

In the world of business, it's all about making your moment and when you get attention from the world, you gotta strike while the irons hot, which is exactly what this German company did, in spectacular form. And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!

The construction in Milwaukee County has begun, God help us all. If you want a great app to help with your drive, click here. By order of a judge, the White House has said they will partially fund SNAP and if you partake in Wisconsin's FoodShare program, you will not see your funds immediately. Our friend and Civic Media Host Pat Kreitlow stops by every other week to give his unique spin on the news and today, we're discussing the CBS interview with the president and what it looks like when reporters aren't reporting, as well as how the topic of healthcare is simple, when you know the right people. And Pat also wishes Jane well on her coming retirement and we talk all things grocery store parking lots. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Pat Kreitlow

After 44 years in radio, our friend Jane Matenaer will be retiring at the end of the year. She shares with us her thoughts on the big news, as well as her plans for after she says goodbye! We hear from so many people in and outside of Civic Media, sharing their thoughts and good wishes. For Audio Sorbet, Wisconsin native and Emmy Award winning actor Tony Shaloub has a new show where he visits different locales and tries their food, so we want to know: For season 2, where in Wisconsin should he go and what should he eat? And this has been a bang whizzer of a show, so we have to close it out BIGLY with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Hot Stuff Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

From the same person who brought you Next Top Model, comes her newest creation: hot ice cream and no, it's not what you think and yes, it's completely baffling. And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!

The shutdown is in its 34th day, SNAP benefits have run out and even though a Judge has told the president to release contingency funds to help, he's gonna redo his bathroom instead. If you need assistance because of SNAP, click here. Speaking of the president, he was on 60 Minutes and according to him, everything is great and everything that's wrong, is someone else's fault. And it's been a little while, but Civic Media's News Director, Chali Pittman is here to talk about all the news we may have missed over the weekend, including a state of emergency declaration, a new Executive Order, as well as a new law banning cellphones in schools. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Chali Pittman

The weekend has arrived and you've earned some much needed relaxing, so we offer this finely curated show of our favorite moments from the past week! We start with James Santelle, the host of Amicus: A Law Review talking about all the news coming out of the world of law including news from Chicago on the fight between ICE and a Federal Judge and speaking of ICE...you can show and get a job. Also, Jane has questions on the case of Trump v. Letitiia James. Then, Hans Breitenmoser - a dairy farmer from Lincoln County and beef producer. We discuss the announcement from President Trump regarding purchasing beef from Argentina and what that means for US farmers and US consumers. We also talk about his trip to DC to lend a voice in creating sensible solutions regarding immigration. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!

For our second hour, Civic Media's Political Editor Dan Shafer is our guest and we're recombobulating the news, including a new Marquette Law Poll which is telling us exactly what we were thinking about the election in 2026. And The City of Milwaukee is starting a new enforcement on unpaid parking tickets with another plan proposed to combat reckless driving. Then, for Audio Sorbet, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of an iconic song with a tribute so loving and so earnest, even your dogs will love it. And we're talking Halloween costumes, stories and what lengths we go to in order to celebrate. You know, it's scary how fast this show went...get it? Scary...anyway, let's close out the show with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - The Smashing Pumpkin Edition. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Dan Shafer

Getting rid of a car isn't always easy, especially if there is sentimental value, but when you have to say goodbye, make it a good and fun memory - enter Alan Gebert. And if you spot a thing that shouldn’t be, send it in to janesays@civicmedia.us and we might use it on the show! So join us Monday through Friday at 11:52 a.m. for “This Shouldn’t Be A Thing!” or search for it on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.  And thanks for listening!

It's Friday and the weekend, starts here. Foodshare in Wisconsin ends as of tomorrow and a lot of people have many ideas on how to fund this. The Fed has money, but the plan is missing whereas the state could spend some surplus dollars, but our elected officials don't think its an "us problem". If you need to find out where to get food, click here. Then Civic Media's Political Editor Dan Shafer is here to talk all things Gubernatorial elections and the rise of one Mandela Barnes, out of nowhere. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way!https://cbs58.com/news/despite-surplus-wisconsin-unlikely-to-cover-expiring-food-benefits-costs Guest: Dan Shafer