Mark is joined by Laura McCoy, member of and former President of the Green Bay Area Public School Board. They talk about a wide range of issues from what it means to be a member of the board, and how transparency can be difficult. They then do a deep dive on school funding, vouchers, and […]

Jul 19, 2025

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This week, State Senator Kristin Dassler-Alfheim joins the show to talk about the state budget! They discuss how negotiations went, where the state is headed, and how the budget will impact families in Wisconsin. Mark then asks Senator Dassler-Alfheim, “why do you do it?” They talk about how to find the joys in watching their […]

Guest: Senator Kris Dassler-Alfheim

Jul 12, 2025

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This week’s show starts with a message from Rational Revolution Host Mark Becker. Mark clarifies some statements he made about the 2024 election in last week’s show. “If I make a mistake that might cast doubt in the hearts and the minds of our listeners, especially when it comes to things like the election, I […]

Guest: Paul Page

Jul 5, 2025

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This week, Mark sits down with former Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen to talk about his work with the Democracy Defense Project. They talk about initiatives the bipartisan group supports, including the common sense effort to allow municipalities to begin working on mail-in ballots before the polls close. Mark asks the question of how JB can […]

Guest: J.B. Van Hollen

Jun 21, 2025

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This week, Mark sits down with Civic Media Political Director Dan Shafer. They discuss Dan’s blockbuster article that urges Gov. Tony Evers to NOT seek another term. They talk about the ramifications of that decision, who may be a good alternative, and the feedback he’s received.  Mark then talks about how people on the left need […]

Jun 14, 2025

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This week, Mark sits down with State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner. They talk about the state budget, and the issues facing the budget’s passage, and how items were removed that help schools, students, and women. They also talk about the relocation of a famous Green Bay landmark! In the final segment, Mark talks about how a […]

Guest: Amaad Rivera-Wagner

Jun 7, 2025

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This week joining the Revolution is candidate for WisDems Chair, Devin Remiker! Mark and Devin discuss his plans for running the party and the steps they need to take to “cast a wider net.” They also discuss the legacy of Ben Wikler, and how Devin can build on the momentum created to win some major […]

Guest: Devin Remiker

May 31, 2025

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Newspaper industry has changed a lot over the years and some may be surprised it’s still standing today. Most people don’t read print anymore and instead everyone gets news on their phone. Mark sits down with Press Gazette Investigative Reporter, Doug Schneider, who says “once it’s been printed, it’s old news.” Mark’s Musings dives into […]

Guest: Doug Schneider

May 24, 2025

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Mark is on vacation! This week, Pastor Jerry Bader steps in to guest host Rational Revolution. It’s a topic that’s been burning up Green Bay area social media. It’s called the “Silent Epidemic:” adult children estranged from their parents. There is now a peer group in Green Bay to support parents: PEACE. Pastor Jerry Bader […]

Guests: Jerry Bader, Tammy Baldwin

May 17, 2025

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Lynn Meshke joins Mark to talk about “Saving Medicaid.” They go in depth to talk about who is served by Medicaid and how the scope of service will surprise you. Lynn gives her personal story on how she became involved in the fight, and she answers the question of whether or not legislators know the […]

Guest: Lynn Meshke

May 10, 2025

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