Wisconsin's Midday News - TopPodcast.com

Latest Episodes:

12p: Lunch Hour Voting Rush Nov 05, 2024

Show notes

We are in the middle of the election day wave; it doesn’t mean a lot if you don’t see a lot of people at your local polling place. NOW AT NOON: -It’s Election Day, does Milwaukee have a panic button? -Harris and Trump campaigns ended their campaigns last night; former RNC Chair Reince Priebus says to pay attention to Michigan and Pennsylvania -Wisconsin has a ballot measure that would ban non-citizens from voting. Many other states have a similar ballot. Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe are joined on the phone by Greater Milwaukee Committee President Joel Brennan who is live working at Central Count in Milwaukee’s Baird Center. He explains what goes on at Central Count, explains what happens to rejected ballots and more. Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe are joined remotely by Erik Bilstad at the Davians Conference Center polling location in Menomonee Falls and gives a rundown on what he sees over there in Waukesha County and his son’s first-time voting experience. Some more looks at the election, focusing on a town in New Hampshire with a unique election tradition and some more closing Election Day thoughts.

What Happens in Central Count, Stays in Central Count Nov 05, 2024

Show notes

Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe are joined on the phone by Greater Milwaukee Committee President Joel Brennan who is live working at Central Count in Milwaukee’s Baird Center. He explains what goes on at Central Count, explains what happens to rejected ballots and more.

Now at Noon - 11/5 Nov 05, 2024

Show notes

NOW AT NOON: -It’s Election Day, does Milwaukee have a panic button? -Harris and Trump campaigns ended their campaigns last night; former RNC Chair Reince Priebus says to pay attention to Michigan and Pennsylvania -Wisconsin has a ballot measure that would ban non-citizens from voting. Many other states have a similar ballot.

11a: It's Not Gameday, It's Election Day Nov 05, 2024

Show notes

It's Election Day...and also the NFL Trade Deadline... THREE BIG THINGS Today, people have their say and go out to choose the 47th President of the United States -Keep your eyes on the sky; it’s rainy, windy and we might see a tornado. -The machinist strike is over at Boeing, but not all workers are happy. Tech Tuesday: Election Edition – ABC News’ Mike Dobuski discusses with Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe about the impact of social media during this election cycle including viral clips, advertisements, endorsements, podcasts and more. When will Milwaukee’s absentee ballots be counted? Milwaukee Election Commission Executive Director Paulina Gutierez explained to Jessica Tighe. Jessica and Greg Matzek also discuss voting etiquette and what they noticed on Election Day. Local DJ Erich Meier joins Jessica Tighe and Greg Matzek on the phone to talk about the nationwide initiative “DJs at the Polls”.

DJ at the Poll Nov 05, 2024

Show notes

Local DJ Erich Meier joins Jessica Tighe and Greg Matzek on the phone to talk about the nationwide initiative “DJs at the Polls”

Tech Tuesday: Election Edition Nov 05, 2024

Show notes

ABC News’ Mike Dobuski discusses with Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe about the impact of social media during this election cycle including viral clips, advertisements, endorsements, podcasts and more.

Three Big Things - 11/5 Nov 05, 2024

Show notes

THREE BIG THINGS -Today, people have their say and go out to choose the 47th President of the United States -Keep your eyes on the sky; it’s rainy, windy and we might see a tornado. -The machinist strike is over at Boeing, but not all workers are happy.

12p: Crisp Lavender Shirt Nov 04, 2024

Show notes

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include Senior Advisor of the MMAC Tim Sheehy and TMJ4 Chief Political Reporter Charles Benson. We wrap up talking about the new Starbucks sales tactic making a return.

Breaking Down Early Voting Nov 04, 2024

Show notes

TMJ4 Chief Political Reporter Charles Benson breaks down the early voting numbers in Wisconsin, hypothetical outcomes, and allegations from RNC’s lawsuit against Milwaukee.

How Voting Impacts the Workplace Nov 04, 2024

Show notes

Senior Advisor of the MMAC Tim Sheehy talks about how voting will impact the workplace and AI usage in the workplace.