
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 35 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNews CommentaryNews | |||

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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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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You Need To Listen launched 2 years ago and published 35 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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Recent guests on You Need To Listen include:
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2. Bill McCoshen
3. Bill McCaushion
4. Joseph Pecky
5. Helen Andrews
6. Lea Libresco Sargent
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