The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, offer their views on the major political stories upcoming in 2025.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' look ahead to 2025 in politics

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Nikki Johnston, N-Zyme Biomedical

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Chris Landowski, Onego Bio

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Scott Isabella, Colectivo Coffee

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider the candidates vying for Wisconsin's open governorship in 2026.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' consider the developing field in Wisconsin's race for governor

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take up congressional redistricting and whether Wisconsin will follow Texas, California and Missouri to create new partisan districts.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

'The Insiders' weigh in on whether Wisconsin will join the mid-decade redistricting push

The orchestra this year is celebrating its 100th anniversary season. Reed discusses the organization’s history and growth over time, from its roots as the Madison Civic Society to a full professional orchestra. 

WisBiz Podcast - Robert Reed, Madison Symphony Orchestra

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss recent Supreme Court decisions that affect how the Legislature reviews rules and how the administration spends budgeted funds.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' debate Wisconsin Supreme Court decisions curtailing legislative oversight

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, gauge the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on Wisconsin.

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' debate the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's impact on Wisconsin

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a look at the Democrats running for Wisconsin governor and those who may yet join the race.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' analyze the Dem field for Wisconsin governor

WisBiz Podcast - Dr. Sean McCormick, Atrility

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at who's in and who's out in the GOP field for Wisconsin governor. 

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' assess the GOP field for Wisconsin governor

WisBiz Podcast - Dr. Christina Henderson, Reliable Residence returning guest

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at the candidates running in the spring Wisconsin Supreme Court election.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss candidates running for Wisconsin Supreme Court

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss legislation to allow early processing of absentee ballots

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Dave Beeler, Beeler Construction

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, share differing views on a series of issues involving Milwaukee Democratic state Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez, who has left the Wisconsin Assembly Dem caucus.

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WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss Ortiz-Velez's break from the Wisconsin Assembly Dem caucus

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Laura Strong, Valency Fund

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the impact of the recent Democratic victories nationally on Wisconsin's race for governor in 2026.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

'The Insiders' weigh in on what Dem victories nationally mean for Wisconsin's governor's race

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Mike Pochowski, Wisconsin Assisted Living Association

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, discuss the recent bipartisan Legislative Audit Committee vote to audit the Department of Public Instruction following a series of issues involving the department.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss a bipartisan vote to audit the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Paul Raasch, Zilli Hospitality

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take an early look at the race for the Wisconsin attorney general.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' analyze the race for Wisconsin attorney general

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Heather Wentler, Doyenne

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, consider cases the Wisconsin Supreme Court plans to address and other issues it may take up.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' consider top issues before the Wisconsin Supreme Court

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Chad Dunkley, New Horizon Academy

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look at court cases seeking the redrawing of Wisconsin's Congressional district boundaries.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss Wisconsin Congressional redistricting cases now before judicial panels

WisBusiness: the Podcast with Ryan Hunter, QTS Data Centers

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take up the federal ban on hemp products containing THC and its effect on a multi-million dollar industry in Wisconsin.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' discuss the federal ban on hemp-derived THC products

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a look back on the political winners and losers in Wisconsin in 2025.

Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.

WisOpinion: 'The Insiders' crown their political winners and losers of 2025

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