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Brutal Wisconsin CJ Lane, Kent Taylor
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- Comedy
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3.0 • 18 Ratings
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Join hosts C.J. and Kent as they take a look behind the mask of "Midwest-Nice" to reveal the true, brutal, face of Wisconsin. Through exploring everything from the strange to politics, we'll learn with a few laughs!
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Coconut-Pilled
This week C.J. and Kent talk about the recent closures of hospitals in Western Wisconsin, the first statue of a person of color in the state capitol building, and Kamala Harris’ candidacy and recent Milwaukee speech.
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The RNC
This week C.J. and Kent discuss the Republican National Convention taking place in Milwaukee. Specifically, they discuss their misleading statements on immigration, exploitation of Gold Star Families, and the fashion craze of wearing bandages on their ears.
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The Hermit and Hauntings of Holy Hill
In this intriguing episode of Brutal Wisconsin, C.J. and Kent journey to Holy Hill, a mysterious and sacred site in Washington County, Wisconsin. We unravel the rich history of the hill, which has been a pilgrimage destination since the 1860s and has garnered a reputation for spiritual upliftment and miraculous healings. Discover the fascinating tale of Francois Soubrio, the enigmatic hermit whose story of atonement and miraculous recovery has left an indelible mark on Holy Hill. From ghostly apparitions in the Carmelite Cemetery to the eerie mists that seem to harbor the hermit's spirit, we delve into the supernatural legends that shroud this historic landmark. Join us as we explore the spiritual and spectral mysteries of Holy Hill, where the past and the paranormal intersect.
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Ho-Chunk Code Talkers and News of the Week
This week C.J. and Kent discuss new measures to make voting more accessible for disabled people, Trump and Biden being neck and neck in the latest Marquette poll, and the history of the Ho-Chunk codetalkers, who used their indigenous language to encode military communications during the Second World War.
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Current Events in Wisconsin: Top News for the Week of 6/17/24
Join hosts C.J. and Kent for this week's deep dive into the latest happenings in the Badger State. In this episode, they tackle three significant stories that have captured Wisconsin's attention: Donald Trump’s comments on Milwaukee being a “horrible” city and his visit to Racine, the Juneteenth flag being raised over the Wisconsin State Capitol, and a recent Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling overturning an OWI conviction due to illegal search and seizure.
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Indigenous Removal and the United States’ Citizens Response
This week C.J. and Kent discuss a new challenge to Act 10, attempts to obtain the disciplinary records of police officers in our state, and a UW regent appointed by Scott Walker overstaying his term in office. For the main topic they discuss more newspaper articles from Wisconsin in the 1830s, which can help us further understand the mindset they applied to the removal of indigenous peoples. Moreover, through an analysis of these articles we can see first hand the racist ideology that underscores their actions.
Customer Reviews
Down to earth , great content
I have been really digging getting to know these gentlemen . Great content .
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Well done guys!!
These guys are hilarious
Chris and CJ’s banter is so funny to listen to. Plus finding out random, weird but very cool Wisconsin stories is always fun. Definitely one you want to listen to with headphones in. Not for everyone but ones who like it will enjoy it!