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Inside Wisconsin Politics

Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin
Tom Tiffany
Wisconsin Supreme Court
Francesca Hong
Donald Trump
Gerrymandering
Tony Evers
Redistricting
Mandela Barnes
David Crowley
Chris Taylor
Elections In Wisconsin 2024
Democratic Party
Wisconsin Politics
Childcare Subsidy
Democratic Primaries
Wisconsin Senate
Online Sports Betting In Wisconsin
Name, Image and Likeness (NIL)
Data Centers Regulation

Meet Inside Wisconsin Politics, a weekly conversation and podcast from WPR and PBS Wisconsin, featuring WPR Capitol Bureau Chief Shawn Johnson, PBS Wisconsin Senior Political Reporter Zac Schultz, and WPR's Anya van Wagtendonk and Rich Kremer breaking down what happened at the State Capitol, what it means and why it matters.

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Latest Episodes

A nationwide showdown among establishment and insurgent candidates is defining the Democratic Party in 2026 — Inside Wisconsin Politics explores how this clash is playing out in the race for […]

Four candidates remain in the topsy-turvy 2026 Democratic primary for governor as Mandela Barnes ends his campaign — Inside Wisconsin Politics considers the state of the race in its closing […]

David Crowley re-entered the 2026 Democratic primary for governor and received an endorsement by Gov. Tony Evers — Inside Wisconsin Politics examines shifts in the campaign and what polls are […]

Fallout from Democratic candidate for governor Sara Rodriguez firing her campaign manager over accounting may transform the 2026 primary — Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at the state of the race.

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Recent Guests

Tom Tiffany
U.S. Representative, gubernatorial candidate
U.S. Congress / Republican candidate for Wisconsin governor
Episode: Polling the (failed) surplus deal, Tiffany’s stance on Trump
Peter Berjelis
Milwaukee Council member, potential candidate for Congress
Milwaukee City Council
Episode: Ask Inside Wisconsin Politics: Polarization, ideology, money
Peter Berjales
Former Milwaukee Council member, potential Democratic candidate for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District
Milwaukee City Council
Episode: How Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic primaries are taking shape
Rebecca Cook
Eau Claire Democrat, dairy industry background, campaign entrant
Democratic candidate in the 3rd Congressional District
Episode: How Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic primaries are taking shape
Emily Berge
Eau Claire City Council member, grassroots candidate
Democratic candidate in the 3rd Congressional District
Episode: How Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic primaries are taking shape
Corrine Hendrickson
Daycare owner, childcare advocate, political newcomer
Democratic candidate in the 17th State Senate District
Episode: How Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic primaries are taking shape
Pedro Colon
Milwaukee-area judge, liberal judicial candidate
Democratic candidate in the Supreme Court race
Episode: How Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic primaries are taking shape
Lindsay Brunette
Former prosecutor, liberal judicial candidate
Supreme Court race candidate
Episode: How Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic primaries are taking shape
Mark Pocan
U.S. Congressman
Congressional ally endorsements in judicial race
Episode: How Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic primaries are taking shape

Hosts

Shawn Johnson
Host of Inside Wisconsin Politics; WPR Capitol Bureau Chief
Zac Schultz
Senior Political Reporter; Co-Host/Correspondent
Anya van Wagtendonk
Co-Host; Capitol coverage and political reporting
Rich Kremer
Co-Host/Reporter; WPR Correspondent

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Welcome Back Team!

    I’m SO happy that the WPR politics team is podcasting again!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    syve2000
    United States4 months ago
  • GerrymanderIng, etc.

    Hi. Just listened to the 4/4 edition. Great! Very glad you’re able to do these podcasts. Important to hear more in-depth our states focus. You guys are doing important work. Can’t wait to hear comments about today’s election on Friday! Thank You!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gl/mcconnell
    United States4 months ago
  • So Excited!!!

    I’m so happy you guys got your own podcast just for state politics. It’s difficult to find a weekly state politics podcast, so you guys definitely fit that niche. Just for this I’m definitely renewing my subscription to NPR+ with my donation funding WPR. You guys are the best and I love the round table discussion idea. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KAZI$
    United States4 months ago
  • Must listen!

    This is one of the few places I go to in order to truly understand Wisconsin politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beleckis
    United States5 months ago

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Reliable, balanced discussions that highlight local context for complex issues.
Great for understanding state-level political strategy and redistricting.
Gives a clear Wisconsin focus with smart analysis.
Accessible deep dive into Wisconsin politics without getting lost in national noise.

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#244
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Why Wisconsin lawmakers blew up a state budget surplus deal
Q: Zac, what was in this thing that was negotiated by Democratic Governor Tony Evers and the Republican legislative leaders?
The package included about $1.8 billion in one-time spending, with $300 million for special education funding, $350 million in rebates to reduce property taxes, and individual rebates of $300 per person or $600 for couples, plus a match to federal provisions on tips and overtime.

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Wisconsin-focused political coverage driven by a roundtable of reporters who break down state capitol happenings, elections, and policy with a pragmatic, analysis-forward lens. Episodes frequently dissect fundraising, endorsements, redistricting, and key races at the governor, legislative, and judiciary levels, often linking state dynamics to broader national trends. A notable strength is the collaborative format that brings together public radio reporters from WPR and PBS Wisconsin to translate complex political moves into actionable insights for listeners, making it a go-to for decision-makers considering Wisconsin political coverage for sponsorship or guest opportunities.

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Inside Wisconsin Politics launched 5 months ago and published 21 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Tom Tiffany
2. Peter Berjelis
3. Peter Berjales
4. Rebecca Cook
5. Emily Berge
6. Corrine Hendrickson
7. Pedro Colon
8. Lindsay Brunette

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