Stacey explains that she has switched from US Senate Candidate to a State Senate Candidate (for the 32nd District). We get into a few items like the ballot referendums that passed in early April, the district maps and the changes affecting the state, and the bill that was vetoed by the Governor pertaining to banning males from girls sports. Please …

Representative Krug serves as the Chairman of the Assembly Committee on Campaign & Elections, we delve into Constitutional Amendments, how long it takes to get to the voter on a ballot for their decision. Election integrity concerns came up, ballot boxes, and many of the vetoes handed down by Governor Evers which are very frustrating to us all. Sco…

What a great story, told by my friend Michael Jahr. This is the story of Joshua Glover, he was an escaped slave that settled in Racine, Wisconsin around 1852. Someone turned him in and he was dragged out of his home and taken to Milwaukee courthouse (as a criminal) where 5,000 people surrounded the courthouse and demanded they release Glover....to …

Wood County Chapter of Moms for Liberty hosted a training event as well as a forum for candidates running for local office, I was fortunate enough to be included so I could cover some of the candidates. Please check out the 3 interviews I was able to complete, each one of these candidates have a lot to offer to the community and Wood County as well…

A quick chat with Jeff Penzkover, Candidate for District 5 Alderperson, Wisconsin Rapids City. Jeff is currently a Wood County Supervisor in District 11, he is running for re-election there as well. Jeff refers to himself (and his wife) as small business owners who care about the community they live in. Welcome Jeff and please listen and share, mos…

Jaime Sparkes is running for district 8 Alderman. He was born and raised in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Jamie states that "in my free time I love coaching football, basketball and spending time with my family!" Please welcome Jamie and take a listen, like, share and comment! For more information please go to slabarre.podbean.com and thank you!…

Welcome, Madalyn (Maddie) Palmquist, candidate for District 8 Alderperson in the City of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Maddie is a lifelong Wisconsin Rapids resident who made the decision to step up and run for city council. Maddie is a project manager for Marshfield Clinic Research Institute who has the determination to use her knowledge in policy,…

Welcome Matt Zacher, candidate for Mayor in the city of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. Matt is a current Alderman who has made the decision to step up to run for Mayor, Matt is a small business (co) owner who has a great philosophy and ideas on how to reach every citizen. Please take a listen if you live in the area please share and make sure to vote…

A great conversation with Chris, we hit on some issues facing the school district, his thoughts on accepting 'free' money, how he plans to add discussion to the board meetings and how we are in for something new, a new Superintendent, which can change the whole atmosphere. Welcome Chris, most of all vote on April 2, 2024, get involved! Please liste…

Spoke with Stacey Klein, she is a candidate for US Senate in the state of Wisconsin. Stacey is a grassroots candidate and wants to fight for all. To learn more about her check out her website @ staceyforwisconsin.com, please take a few minutes listen, learn and share! Thanks for stopping by The Shirl & Shirley Show, stop again!!…

A great interview with a legal immigrant from India, a single mom raising three children and attending college in central Wisconsin who has decided to run for US Senate! Welcome Rejani, listen, share and comment! Thank you!!By slabarre

A great in depth interview with Stacey Klein who is brave and bold in her answers. We talked about what sets her apart from the sitting Senator (Tammy Baldwin); what she wants to focus on if elected, the hard road she has to get there and the war(s) going on. We hit on the border issues, the refugees that will be located in Eau Claire, WI, and how …

A great conversation with a friend, a county chairman, and a pretty smart guy, at least that it is my opinion! We talk about what is going on with the party and how it can seem dysfunctional, and what we can do to get through this, how do we help our elected officials to see they have support out here! Thank you to all our elected officials, you ar…

Super fortunate to have the RiverKings right here in Wisconsin Rapids, Central Wisconsin has a spotlight on hockey! Join me in chatting with Coach Paul Pechmann, he is the GM and the Head Coach Premier. He is helping guide 26 young men through hockey skills as well as learning life lessons and building character! This Saturday here in Wood County i…

This was a great chat with Greg Jerabek, Attorney for Nash Law Group, Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Greg is a busy guy, raising a family with 3 kids, active in the community, he has set real roots in Rapids and has ambitions to continue to serve in a judicial manner whenever the time comes along. I enjoyed getting to know Greg on a more personal level, he …

Kudos to my friend John Righeimer, Chairman of Sawyer County Republican Party, recently John was quoted on Fox News Digital talking candidates for President 2024. John has also been a guest on the Meg Ellefson Radio show, WSAU, out of Wausau. John has done a great job helping build a coalition across the northern part of Wisconsin, the 7th Congress…

A great chat with a young man about he and his wife's experience in looking for a home, first time home buyers, choosing a realtor and the housing market today. The frustration, the excitement, the agony of defeat yet, the motivation on moving forward!By slabarre

Supreme Court election GOTV, tons of talk, working together. 7th Congressional District Caucus, Neilsville, Wisconsin, American Legion (was fantastic venue)! Talked with RPW, State Chairman, Brian Schimming, State Senators - Cory Tomczyk (29th District), Patrick Testin (24th District) and Romaine Quinn (25th District). Great team working together t…

At the 7th Congressional District Caucus, I caught up with Romaine Quinn, State Senator in the 25th Senate District, Republican, this seat was previously a Democrat stronghold for 36 years. We discussed the April 4th, 2023, Supreme Court election in Wisconsin, what is at stake, and how to get out the VOTE!…

This eposide is not my normal, it is about the WRPS District, why we need a new direction for School Board Candidates. I talk about issues in this district, accountability and responsibility that the Superintendent and School Board should accept and work with everyone, the community, parents, teachers, students and anyone else that wants to help an…

Chris Inda, Candidate for Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin School Board would be the only board member (if elected) that would actually have children the in the district! Chris brings a different perspective to the table, he wants to work together to make choices that will help all students achieve! Chris is a US Army Veteran, proud parent and a realtor…

Mike Derrie, a Candidate for School Board in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, a hard working man who wants to help the kids in our district succeed! A Pledge to Parents has been adopted by Mike, it covers Transparency, Safety, and Curriculum, all very important issues to parents, staff and students!By slabarre

Dan Kelly, Candidate for Supreme Court in Wisconsin is the new superhero fighting for ALL citizens in Wisconsin! With his background as a Former Supreme Court Justice, he realizes the importance of what this is really about, YOU, the citizen here in the great state of Wisconsin. Justice Kelly, will be faithful to the Constitution which protects all…

This was an exciting experience for me, a podcast with a former Supreme Court Justice and Candidate for Supreme Court, Dan Kelly, and the Honorable Rebecca Bradley, a sitting Supreme Court Justice. We discussed why Dan Kelly is better suited for the job. What a constitutional conservative means, and Justice Bradley stated her case on why she is sup…

Judge Jennifer Dorow has 26 years in the field and 11 years on the bench, you can trust Judge Dorow to uphold the law as it is written and respect the constitutional rights of every citizen. She was appointed Chief Judge by the Supreme Court for three terms. Please take a listen to a quick chat with Judge Dorow. You can find more information at JUD…

Get to know Tim Gebert, he grew up here in Wood County with his parents and siblings, went off to school. Tim always knew he would come back home to settle. He has practiced law here for many years in various forms, and now has his own practice. He has many years of experience and is ready to step right into the position of Circuit Judge if he is e…

Great chat with Mike, he talks about the data he has received that shows how are schools are really doing, it is shocking. Please join us and make good informed decisions for the students! Education issues, parents involvement, supportive to local schools, diving in and finding out what the issues are and how to tackle them with a team attitude, to…

Frank interview with a former teacher of the WRPS District, why she is running for school board, what issues she thinks she can look at fairly, professionally, to help the students and the community move forward.By slabarre

Education issues, parents involvement, supportive to local schools, diving in and finding out what the issues are and how to tackle them with a team attitude, together, staff, administration, board! Make our schools safe and strive towards achievement for ALL students!By slabarre

Talked with a friend, Orville Seymer, Citizens for Responsible Government about how we can learn as taxpayer/citizens/parents, to hold our elected officials accountable. Orville is known as a controversial citizen by some and a concerned citizen by others. Orville and I do not agree on many topics, or candidates but on one item he is dedicated to i…

Interviewed Justice Daniel Kelly, a great conversation. He is running for Supreme Court Justice seat 2023, State of Wisconsin. I learned a great deal about Justice Kelly during our chat, he is a gear-head who loves to fish. We talked about the political atmosphere in today's world of social media and of course the law. Justice Kelly is a kind man r…

A conversation concerning our public schools and what is happening and how parents are trying to gather together to make a difference for their kids. It is hard to break into the academic area, they live in a box and they like it that way. Have you ever talked with a teacher away from school? Or a teachers relative, they have a very different look …

A bonus episode with Brett from Turning Point Action, he was at the Liberty Fest in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Brett is full of energy and spent the day registering people to vote as well as sharing his information with enthusiasm! His table was next to ours and we couldn't help but see that he was bursting with pride and conservatism, you don't see th…

Eric Toney, is tough on crime and sees what Wisconsin has been through, he wants to move our state in the correct direction, keep criminals who commit violent crimes behind bars! If you feel the same way please listen and vote Eric Toney, Attorney General, Wisconsin, I want to feel safe any where I go in Wisconsin and right now we can not. We can N…

A candidate for Sheriff in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, deals with issues that many have no idea about. Don Henning is running for that spot. He is very involved in his community and has served for many years! Please take a listen and make sure to support our Law Enforcement! You want someone with experience serving as the Sheriff in your County. …

At the Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Liberty Fest 2022, we had the pleasure of John Leiber, Candidate for State Treasurer stop by and share why he is running, what he sees the State Treasurer position being, it's a great conversation, I hope you take the time to listen, and please share with your friends!By slabarre

Time for a change! After 44 (+) years it is time for a real change, to update the office of Secretary of State and Amy is the person for the job! Who donated to the current Secretary of State?? Does Steven Spielberg (and his wife), ring a bell to anyone? Why would a Hollywood celebrity care about the Secretary of State in Wisconsin? We should all q…

A clear open conversation about what happens with a tough primary election and how people feel after, whether your candidate wins or not, the party really needs to look at itself and reflect!By slabarre

A conversation with a young man from Washington DC and a Wisconsin 'seasoned' woman talk about many topics.By slabarre

Conversation covering issues and how Angie sees change in northwest Wisconsin for many issues, if elected! She is a wife, mom, and helps run a family business, as well as trying to run a campaign for the 73rd State Assembly Seat in Wisconsin, make sure to VOTE, primary election is Tuesday, August 9th!…

Shirl and Shirley talk about just everything from binders (I think that is how you spell it), to Bugs Bunny cartoons, to proper pronouns and we have learned, which is not too much, yet! Please join us for a bit of comedy and the humorous side of what is happening, at least how we see it!By slabarre

An in depth interview with Brent Jacobson, candidate for 29th State Senate District, Wisconsin. Brent shares his vision for the 29th District if elected and shares why he is set apart from his primary opponents. Brent currently serves as the Mayor of Mosinee, Wisconsin, as well as County Supervisor, he is a practicing Attorney running his small bus…

A conversation with a friend...hope you enjoy!By slabarre

Interview with Cory Tomczyk, Candidate for 29th District State Senate seat, Wisconsin. Cory introduced himself to the audience and talked about his small business background as well as why he thinks he is the best candidate to represent the 29th District.By slabarre

Conversation with Pat Testin, he is a candidate for Lt Governor in the great state of Wisconsin. We talk about what we have faced and what needs to change, we need new leadership!By slabarre

A great conversation with Mike, a candidate for office in Wisconsin's great northland. We talked about education, what it is like running for office, what Mike has accomplished in his local community to give him the edge in being the right candidate to represent the constituents in Madison!By slabarre

A candid conversation with John Righeimer, County Chairman of Sawyer County Republican Party. We talked openly and freely about attending the Convention, the good, the bad and the ugly, mostly good!By slabarre

State Representative, Amy Loudenbeck, is running for Secretary of State, in Wisconsin and I caught up with her to talk about her campaign, why she is running and what sees in the future if elected for the Secretary of State. The position has been held for 44 years, time for a bright, enthusiastic change!…

An introduction to Orlando Owens, Republican Candidate for State Treasurer in the great state of Wisconsin. He shares his past and where he would like to move the state if elected as Treasurer.By slabarre

I was lucky enough to sit down and chat with Jack Righeimer, at the 7th Congressional District Caucus, in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. We had a great conversation about being involved in the Republican Party as a college student, what covid did to the college experience, how student loans and inflation are affecting the students and much more. I hope you …