Pete brings in Madison film critic Rob Thomas to dissect films like ‘The Life of Chuck’ and the intrigue of ‘Echo Valley’. Chelsea Meyris from Old World Wisconsin joins to share all about their Midsummer events and the greatest parts of Wisconsin from the olden times, offering everything from goat yoga to butter churning and a […]

Guests: Chelsea Meyris, Rob Thomas

Jun 21, 2025

43:50

Chris RuckDaschel, Hayward Chamber of Commerce’s Executive Director, calls in to fill Pete in on all things Musky Fest in Hayward. It’s more than just fishing; it’s a town celebration with vendors, a parade, a fishing competition, a medallion hunt, and more. It’s worth checking out. And she is BACK! Teri Barr returns from her […]

Jun 20, 2025

44:02

Pete starts the show by talking about nerds; it’s McLovin’s birthday! Then Quinn Hurley, Director of Operations for the tattoo fest, shares insights into the booming tattoo culture and its Midwest charm. As the episode unfolds, listeners also get a tease of Muskie Fest in Hayward, where fish tales and local folklore intermingle. The episode […]

Guest: Quinn Hurley

Jun 20, 2025

44:02

Pete kicks off this hour talking about how much he hates shaking people’s hands. But a fist bump and a bow is ok. He chats with indie film producer JB Thompson about film festivals across Wisconsin, the nuances of product placement in movies, and a reimagined remake of the cult classic ‘Giant Spider Invasion. Chelsea […]

Guests: Chelsea Meyris, JB Thompson

Jun 19, 2025

44:02

Pete kicks off the show talking about traffic issues, like two trucks on the highway having a conversation with each other. For real? Konrad is out today and Producer Amanda takes over (and tries her best). The Guy Behind The Guy….Behind The Guy, JB Thompson joins the studio to give today’s Popcorn Pick of the […]

Guest: JB Thompson

Jun 19, 2025

44:02

In a lively episode, Pete Schwaba hosts movie producer and stuntman Dave Paterson, who shares behind-the-scenes tales of working with Robin Williams and the wild antics of Tom Cruise on set. Dave recalls how his 9/11 experiences inspired his firefighting career and film pursuits, including his self-distributed documentary, ‘The Girl Who Wore Freedom.’ Pete’s son, […]

Guests: David Paterson, Joe Schwaba

Jun 18, 2025

44:02

Dive into the world of filmmaking with Pete Schwaba as he chats with David Paterson, writer and producer of ‘Bridge to Terabithia’. Paterson shares tales from his multi-faceted career as a stuntman, playwright, and fire department volunteer. Hear about the thrills and spills of performing dangerous stunts, including a heart-stopping moment on the Brooklyn Bridge. […]

Guest: David Paterson

Jun 18, 2025

44:02

Pete opens the hour with Madison Film Critic Rob Thomas. Rob shares a couple articles on City Cast Madison and reviews a couple movies. Then Music and Entertainment Reporter for The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Piet Levy joins the show. Piet shares details on the upcoming Summerfest which starts June 19th. Piet talks about music acts […]

Guests: Piet Levy, Rob Thomas

Jun 17, 2025

44:02

On this episode, Pete Schwaba navigates the world of entertainment and personal anecdotes. Discussing the latest in movies, Pete brings in Madison film critic Rob Thomas to dissect films like ‘The Life of Chuck’ and the intrigue of ‘Echo Valley’. The show takes a comedic turn with a lively debate on favorite and least favorite […]

Guest: Rob Thomas

Jun 17, 2025

44:02

Pete Schwaba dives into the world of entertainment and health on this episode. Nutritionist Sherry Stoka joins to shed light on ditching processed foods for better gut health, emphasizing fiber, and debunking common dietary myths, including the true value of probiotics and protein intake for muscle mass. Meanwhile, Phil Krause from Oshkosh’s Time Community Theater […]

Guests: Cheri Stoka, Phil Krause

Jun 16, 2025

44:02