In this week's Capitol Chats, Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities President Eric Fulcomer  expresses concerns with the impact of federal funding cuts on college grants, and says he hopes the state budget can support more grant money.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, talk about the role Elon Musk played in the recent Wisconsin Supreme Court election.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take up a recent audit of Universities of Wisconsin diversity, equity and inclusion programs that found a failure to track spending on the initiatives, among other problems. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.…

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Department of Natural Resources Secretary Karen Hyun talks about her top priorities for the state budget and the prospects for her confirmation by the state Senate.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the recent Wisconsin Supreme Court decision that upheld the governor's line-item veto authority after Gov. Tony Evers edited the '23-'25 state budget to extend a two-year school funding increase by 400 years.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public…

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, former Gov. Scott Walker says the Republican Party needs to work on its grassroots organizing following the spring election. He also says he won't be running for governor next year, and isn't endorsing a particular candidate at this point.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a look at the docket for the Wisconsin Supreme Court's 2024-25 session, which ends in June.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public leadership.By wispolitics

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Buckley Brinkman, Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing & Productivity by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the effect of the recent Supreme Court election on Wisconsin elections in 2026.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, longtime Legislative Fiscal Bureau Director Bob Lang discusses the bureau's role in the budget process and says accurately evaluating the impact of tariffs on revenue estimates will be "critical."

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the factors that led to Judge Susan Crawford's victory in the race for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Ben Camp, Recovery.com by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin says Elon Musk's involvement in the state Supreme Court race "doesn't look like it reshaped voting patterns in the state very much at all," but says his intense campaign could take some credit for the high voter turnout.…

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take up the race to lead the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction between incumbent Jill Underly and education consultant Brittany Kinser.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

In this week's Capitol Chats episode, Rep. Angelina Cruz, D-Racine, says public education is at a "concerning crossroads." The former teacher and union leader is a freshman in the Assembly and serves on the Education Committee.

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Katie Kollhoff Mouat, the Water Council by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, preview the April 1 election for Wisconsin Supreme Court between Susan Crawford and Brad Schimel.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Brent Halfwassen, MKE Business Coach by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

Rep. Lindee Brill, R-Sheboygan Falls, who is the vice-chair of the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Prevention Committee, says in a new Capitol Chats episode that addressing addiction in the state is important to her because of how many people are impacted each day.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the impact of President Donald Trump's policies on the Wisconsin economy.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Madison, criticizes cuts to federal funding and tariffs under the Trump administration. Baldwin also says Dems will fight to prevent cuts to Medicaid.

WisPolitics hosted a March 12, 2025, Q&A with U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson in Washington, D.C.By wispolitics

In this week's Capitol Chats episode, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Oshkosh, discusses his concerns about retaliatory tariffs and the impact on Wisconsin. He also praises President Donald Trump's cost-cutting efforts.

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Prof. Jim Cook, Milwaukee Institute for Drug Discovery by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the latest in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race between Susan Crawford and Brad Schimel.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at Dem Gov. Tony Evers' proposed state budget that GOP Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said was "dead on arrival."Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Jeanine Burmania, WARF by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

In this week's Capitol Chats episode, freshman Rep. Angelito Tenorio, D-West Allis, talks about his milestone as the first Filipino American in the state Assembly and his priorities in office.

The WIsOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the spring primary election outcome and how the Wisconsin Supreme Court race may affect the race for state schools superintendent.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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Rep. Dean Kaufert, R-Neenah is returning to the Legislature after 10 years away. He is now the chair of the Committee on Corrections and discussed his plan to address prison reform working with both parties.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the impact of President Donald Trump's policies on Wisconsin.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

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Freshman Rep. Margaret Arney, D-Wauwatosa, discusses her priorities, including expanding Medicaid, addressing climate change and providing resources to Wisconsinites.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, review the Badgers going to Washington to join the Trump administration.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Roman Gelman, eMBR Genomics by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

In this week's Capitol Chats podcast, Rep. Rob Kreibich, R-New Richmond, discusses tax cuts, returning to the Legislature and priorities the chair of the Commerce Committee.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, handicap the spring election for state Supreme Court between Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel and Dane County Judge Susan Crawford.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Washington Co. Exec. Josh Schoemann by wispoliticsBy wispolitics

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, analyze the race for state schools superintendent between incumbent Jill Underly, Sauk Prairie Superintendent Jeff Wright and Wauwatosa education consultant Brittany Kinser. The three are to face off in a Feb. 18 primary, with the general election set for April 1.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Associ…

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In this week's Capitol Chats episode, freshman Rep. Karen DeSanto, D-Baraboo, talks about her priorities for the legislative session and her past role as a professional clown.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, offer their memories of recently passed former Sens. Tim Cullen, D-Janesville, and George Petak, R-Racine.Sponsored by the Wisconsin counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, preview President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural address and Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' State of the State speech.Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and The Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.By wispolitics