Mornings with Pat Kreitlow

Chad Holmes fills in for Pat Kreitlow, diving into a whirlwind of topics from local politics to wild weather. He chats with Marathon County Democratic Chair Nancy Stencil about the need for good gove…

In the third hour, Matt and Angela celebrate the courage and passion of Wisconsin legislators like Francesca Hong and Christian Phelps, who challenge both Republicans and Democrats to prioritize peop…

Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang dive into Wisconsin's political landscape with guests like Jeff Mandel and Rep. Francesca Hong. Mandel critiques federal overreach, spotlighting a judge's arrest as a …

Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang, filling in for Pat dive into the legal tussle involving Judge Dugan, who faces charges for allegedly defying federal immigration officials. Pastor Walter Lanier joins…

Guest host Matt Rothschild, alongside Angela Lang, tackles pressing issues with Abby Swetz, Executive Director of Fair Wisconsin. Swetz highlights the battles against anti-trans legislation, emphasiz…

There was a heartbreaking fire in Milwaukee on Mother's Day which claimed five lives due to the absence of sprinkler systems in older apartment buildings. The conversation shifts to policy, questioni…

Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang tackle a whirlwind of heavy topics, from the unsettling prosecution of Judge Dugan to the concerning exodus of scholars fleeing potential fascism in the U.S. They delv…

Professor Leah Horowitz spearheads a resolution for Big Ten schools to unite in defense of academic freedom, resisting pressure on curricula and funding. Facing legal threats, universities aim to for…

Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang dive deep with Bill Fletcher, a prominent political activist and labor organizer, to dissect the ominous parallels between Trump's administration and fascist regimes. …

Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang are back filling in for Pat Kreitlow and the duo delves into the political arena, scrutinizing the Republican push to slash Medicaid, despite Ron Johnson's desire for …

Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang are diving deep into Wisconsin politics with newly elected Rep. Christian Phelps. They discuss the uphill battle against Republican gerrymandering and the struggle for…

Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang delve into disturbing instances of racism at a Wisconsin high school track meet, highlighting how athletes of color face entrenched prejudice. They examine how Trump-e…

Guest hosts Matt Rothschild and Angela Lang dive into the deep waters of democracy's peril in the U.S. They explore the alarming rise of authoritarianism under Trump, marked by the weaponization of g…

Welcome to the Best of Mornings With Pat Kreitlow! We've curated a wonderful show, giving you the highlights from our show including a discussion about child care with Corinne Hendrickson, DPI head J…

Dr. Kristen Lyerly joins the show to discuss her advocacy for extended postpartum Medicaid and the importance of civic engagement, while Mike Clemens provides insights into Wisconsin sports, includin…

In the second hour, Chad discusses the challenges of maintaining civility in online comments with Wausau Pilot & Review editor Shereen Siewert. Shereen discusses the toxic environment on social media…

Chad Holmes steps in for Pat Kreitlow and the episode kicks off with disbelief at President Trump's appointment of Jeanine Pirro as a federal prosecutor, showcasing chaos and lack of seriousness in l…

Wisconsin isn’t the only place dealing with a shortage of affordable homes—and it’s also not the only place trying to confront one of the causes: hedge funds purchasing properties and converting them…

Later today, US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is expected to roll out a plan to patch up an old and broken air traffic control system. The problems in the system –old technology, demographics– …

The 2024 election is finally over! There was still one undecided race until now—a big one for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court, where it appeared the losing candidate was going to be succes…