Rephonic
Artwork for WGTD's The Morning Show

WGTD's The Morning Show with Greg Berg

WGTD
Olympics
New York City Theater
Student Experience
Fresh Water
Modern Theater
Comedy
Aquatic Invertebrates
Race Walking
Race and Identity
Black Women's Empowerment
Higher Education
Carthage College
Broadway Shows
Starving Artists Fair
University Of Wisconsin-Parkside
What Is God Like?
Community Support
Predominantly White Institutions
Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Art Museums

Daily Episodes of the Morning Show with Greg Berg. One-of-a-kind interviews with locally and nationally-renowned authors, regional newsmakers, opinion leaders, educators, performers, athletes, and other intriguing members of the community. Presented by WGTD FM. Visit us for local news and information: www.wgtd.org

PublishesDailyEpisodes2729Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Society & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for WGTD's The Morning Show

Latest Episodes

The Morning Show interview from 2025 that probably generated more comment than any other was this conversation with David Eliot, author of "Artificially Intelligent: The Very Human Story of A.I."

Today's program began with David Anderson, music director of the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra, talking about the ensemble's gala coming up on February 14th. After that is an archival conversation with Larry Tye, author of "Jazz Men," which examines... more

Today is Martin Luther King Day. One of the issues that most concerned Dr. King - especially in the last several years of his life - was access to housing regardless of race. The book at hand examines the practice of "Redlining," a means used to excl... more

From 2016- We talk with Marc Cushman about his book "Lost in Space: The Authorized Biography of a Classic Sci-Fi Series."

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist
Sunday Sitdown with Willie GeistWillie Geist, Sunday TODAY

Recent Guests

Josh Silver
Consultant and senior fellow at the National Community Reinvestment Coalition
National Community Reinvestment Coalition
Episode: 1/19/26 Josh Silver. "Ending Redlining".
Denis Kitchen
Major figure in the underground comics movement
Episode: 1/15/26. Michael Schumacher and Denis Kitchen
James Rebanks
A farmer and bestselling author known for his works about farming and nature.
Episode: 1/13/26 James Rebanks "The Place of Tides"
Mary Roach
Best-selling author known for her humorous and accessible writing on science and anatomy
Episode: 1/11/26. Mary Roach - "Replaceable You".
Daniel Glick
Author of "Monkey Dancing, A Father, Two Kids, and A Journey to the Ends of the Earth"
Public Affairs
Episode: 1/10/26. Daniel Glick. "Monkey Dancing".
Kevin Ervin
Co-owner of Frank's Diner
Frank's Diner
Episode: 1/6/26. Kevin Ervin - Frank's Diner (from 2025)
James Parker
Staff writer for The Atlantic and author of 'Get Me Through the Next Five Minutes'
The Atlantic
Episode: 1/4/25 "Get me through the next 5 Minutes: Odes to Being Alive"
B. J. Hollars
Professor of English at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and author.
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Episode: 1/3/25 "Wisconsin for Kennedy"
Buddy Levy
Author and expert on exploration
St. Martin's Press
Episode: 1/1/26 Buddy Levy "Realm of Ice and Sky"

Host

Gregory Berg
Host of a daily interview show, engaging local and national figures in conversation about community issues, education, and cultural events.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • One of the best interviewers in the country

    Greg Berg never fails to bring wisdom and insight to the desk. His range of knowledge is superb and is questions are thought-provoking. He is truly brilliant at the microphone, a real treasure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iowawildrose
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the host's insightful interviewing style and depth of knowledge, highlighting his ability to engage guests and facilitate meaningful discussions.
The quality of content is consistently praised, with feedback emphasizing the relevance of topics covered and the community-focused approach.

Top Society & Culture Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Stuff You Should KnowiHeartPodcasts
The Ezra Klein Show
The Ezra Klein ShowNew York Times Opinion
I've Had It
I've Had ItJennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan
Freakonomics Radio
Freakonomics RadioFreakonomics Radio + Stitcher
Khloé in Wonder Land
Khloé in Wonder LandKhloé Kardashian
This American Life
This American LifeThis American Life

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

1/11/26. Mary Roach - "Replaceable You".
Q: What was your experience like holding a beating human heart?
It was an extraordinary feeling of awe and tenderness, as the heart continued to beat and function after being removed from the body for a short time.
1/11/26. Mary Roach - "Replaceable You".
Q: Explain the story of dentures and how it folds into the nature of progress.
Dentures have evolved from being purely cosmetic to being functional and integrated with technology, demonstrating the progression from outside the body to inside and eventually integrated into the body.
1/11/26. Mary Roach - "Replaceable You".
Q: Where do these ideas come from for these intriguing books?
I rarely have the general topic idea. It starts with a couple of interesting nuggets that become chapters, then I think about what else might fit under that umbrella.
1/21/26. David Eliot. "Artificially Intelligent"
Q: What do you mean when you say the secrets of AI should not be gate-kept?
Many people lack access to good information about AI due to specialized language and sensationalized news.
1/21/26. David Eliot. "Artificially Intelligent"
Q: How did you first become involved in research about AI?
I fell into AI research while studying the effects of fake news and discovered a program that could write like a human being.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About WGTD's The Morning Show

What is WGTD's The Morning Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content features engaging interviews with a diverse range of guests, including local and national authors, educators, athletes, and opinion leaders, who share insights into their fields and experiences. Themes often revolve around education, community involvement, and the cultural impact of various local initiatives and events, highlighting both personal narratives and broader societal issues. The unique storytelling approach, combined with the show's focus on fostering community connections, sets it apart by emphasizing the significance of local voices in a larger context.

Where can I find podcast stats for WGTD's The Morning Show?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for WGTD's The Morning Show. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to WGTD's The Morning Show and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does WGTD's The Morning Show get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for WGTD's The Morning Show, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for WGTD's The Morning Show?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for WGTD's The Morning Show, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does WGTD's The Morning Show have?

To see how many followers or subscribers WGTD's The Morning Show has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to WGTD's The Morning Show?

These podcasts share a similar audience with WGTD's The Morning Show:

1. Fresh Air
2. Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist

How many episodes of WGTD's The Morning Show are there?

WGTD's The Morning Show launched 7 years ago and published 2729 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact WGTD's The Morning Show?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for WGTD's The Morning Show?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for WGTD's The Morning Show from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for WGTD's The Morning Show?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of WGTD's The Morning Show. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on WGTD's The Morning Show?

Recent guests on WGTD's The Morning Show include:

1. Josh Silver
2. Denis Kitchen
3. James Rebanks
4. Mary Roach
5. Daniel Glick
6. Kevin Ervin
7. James Parker
8. B. J. Hollars

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days