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The Old Man Who Cried Peace

Podcast: Point Taken with Steve Scaffidi & Kristin Brey
Published: May 29, 2026
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Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey are joined by Joe Zepecki and Bill McCoshen to break down the early battle for control of the U.S. Senate in 2026, the state of Wisconsin’s governor’s race, and whether recent polling vindicates supporters of the failed bipartisan tax relief and education funding deal. The panel also discusses President Trump’s shifting rhetoric on Iran, the importance of candidates reaching outside their political comfort zones, and the broader challenges facing both parties. The show wraps with Say Something Nice, Grab Bags, the Week-In-Review, and a conversation about public reactions to billionaire-led space exploration.