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The You Need to Listen Podcast is your destination for the conversation you really want to have with your friends or on social media… if it wasn’t a vast wasteland of trolls. Kristin Brey & Steve Scaffidi cross the gender, generational & ideological divide to have in-depth conversations about politics, culture & current events, using their humor, insights & lived experience to frame meaningful con... more

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With Kristin away this week, Steve flies solo on Overtime. He shares his perspective on Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial race, why he believes the party is creating unnecessary chaos, and how its messaging could be costing it support among indepe... more

Steve and Kristin ask a big question: are we living through the "death of expertise?" Inspired by a conversation from Point Taken, they discuss why audiences increasingly trust influencers and personalities over experts, what that means for politics,... more

Point Taken contributors Bill McCoshen and Joe Zepecki joined Kristin Brey and Steve Scaffidi for a special hour reflecting on America's 250th as the nation celebrates over the July 4th Independence Day weekend. Covering 250 years of our nation's tum... more

Pete Davidson's emotional conversation with John Cena about his Make-A-Wish work sparked a much bigger discussion than either Steve or Kristin expected. They talk about masculinity, vulnerability, fatherhood, and why some of the most meaningful conve... more

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Joe Zepecki
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Episode: OVERTIME: Reflections on America 250
Bill McCoshen
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Episode: OVERTIME: Reflections on America 250
Bill McCaushion
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Episode: OVERTIME: Do Conservatives Make Better Parents?
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Helen Andrews
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Episode: You Need To Listen: Episode 22 - Stop Blaming Feminism.
Lea Libresco Sargent
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Episode: You Need To Listen: Episode 22 - Stop Blaming Feminism.

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Steve Scaffidi
Host of You Need To Listen; political and cultural commentator with ties to Good Karma Brands and TMJ networks.
Kristin Brey
Co-host / Host of You Need To Listen; cross-partisan political and cultural commentator.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
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    Kristin and Steve are fantastic! Their podcast is an insightful and wildly entertaining listen. It’s a must-subscribe!

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Guests (where present) provide credible, well-articulated viewpoints that enrich discussions.

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OVERTIME: What will America's next 250 years look like?
Q: Why is it that a person's ethnic background is mentioned before the word American, and is there a better way to frame identity?
The hosts discuss language and identity, noting that Americans often identify with ethnic heritage alongside national identity, while acknowledging the complexity and evolving nature of how Americans describe themselves within a melting-pot framework.
OVERTIME: What will America's next 250 years look like?
Q: Your favorite Summerfest experience?
Steve and Kristin recall a Jackson Browne memory with a wild, memorable night and a first-rate festival vibe, followed by a personal reflection on a more recent birthday celebration tied to the event.
OVERTIME: Do Conservatives Make Better Parents?
Q: What role does community play in shaping child outcomes according to your discussion?
Community provides structure, belonging, and support that can buffer children from isolating digital lives and offer consistent norms, which may help with mental well-being and social development.
OVERTIME: Do Conservatives Make Better Parents?
Q: Why do you think Noam Chomsky's idea that there's no single right way to parent resonates with your discussion?
Because the conversation spans multiple factors—environment, peer influence, poverty, race, and personal circumstances—making a universal method unlikely; practical guidelines and moral boundaries seem more useful than rigid doctrines.

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Two Milwaukee-based hosts discuss politics, culture, and current events through a casual, humorous lens, often exploring cross-partisan perspectives and real-world implications for everyday life. Episodes mix personal stories, contemporary issues, and occasional guests to unpack complex topics, with a focus on civil discourse, practical takeaways, and audience engagement. Notable strengths include balancing sharp commentary with relatable anecdotes, and addressing timely themes like feminism, media ecosystems, and political strategy in a conversational format that appeals to curious, civically minded listeners who want thoughtful, accessible conversation outside traditional punditry.

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2. Bill McCoshen
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