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WisPolitics Capitol Chats

Booking Overview

A short-form weekly political interview show focused on Wisconsin state politics, public policy, and elections, typically featuring elected officials, candidates, political strategists, advocacy leaders, and state-level policy stakeholders. Credible pitches include Wisconsin officeholders and candidates, association executives, campaign or movement leaders, and experts with direct knowledge of state issues; booking difficulty is low because guests are generally accessible regional professionals rather than nationally prominent figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 416 subscribers

Instagram: 1.7k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@wispolitics.com

staff@wispolitics.com

wisopinion@wispolitics.com

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Wisconsin elected officials and candidates, state agency or commission members, advocacy and association executives, political strategists, and subject-matter experts with direct relevance to Wisconsin policy or campaigns.
Required Achievements:  
Holding elected or appointed public office, Leading a statewide advocacy or professional association, Directing political campaigns, movements, or party initiatives

Recent Guest Discussions

Ann Jacobs - Litigation Over Federal Efforts Affecting Absentee-ballot Delivery And The Potential Impact On Wisconsin Elections

Jennie Mauer - Proposed Federal Head Start Changes, Including Class Sizes And Non-english Instruction

Robert Dempsey - Francesca Hong’s Gubernatorial Primary Loss, The Progressive Movement, And The Democratic Gubernatorial Campaign

Dylan Helmenstine - The Role Of The State Treasurer, State Trust Funds, And The Upcoming Primary Election

Yee Leng Xiong - The State Treasurer’s Office, Fiscal Transparency, The Primary Election, And Hmong Heritage

Recent Topics

Wisconsin Politics, State Government, Elections, Public Policy, Political Campaigns

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
WisPolitics Capitol Chats
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Capitol Chats: U.S. Rep. Pocan says GOP money 'isn't moving the needle' in congressional races

October 07, 2026

On this week's "Capitol Chats," U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan, town of Vermont Democrat and regional vice chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, discusses the state of play in the state's congressional races, Republicans' cash advantage in Wisconsin elections, how some national Democrats are talking about transgender issues, and more. 

Capitol Chats: Mitchell Berman says Congress needs members that are 'ready to work'

September 30, 2026

On this week's "Capitol Chats", emergency room nurse and 1st CD Democratic candidate Mitchell Berman discusses running against a longtime incumbent, his support for unions and how he plans to create an economy that "works for everyone." Berman is set to face U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Janesville, in November.

Capitol Chats: Sen. Marklein says a new governor, regulators could delay new power lines

September 23, 2026

On this week's "Capitol Chats," Sen. Howard Marklein discusses constituent and lawmaker pushback against two proposed transmission lines that would cross his district, his thoughts on school funding issues, and what he thinks should happen with the state's budget surplus.

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
WisPolitics Capitol Chats
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How do I get in touch with WisPolitics Capitol Chats?

Its publicly listed emails are info@wispolitics.com, staff@wispolitics.com, and wisopinion@wispolitics.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for WisPolitics Capitol Chats?

The publicly listed emails for WisPolitics Capitol Chats: info@wispolitics.com, staff@wispolitics.com, and wisopinion@wispolitics.com.

How many listeners does WisPolitics Capitol Chats have?

Podseeker estimates WisPolitics Capitol Chats reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for WisPolitics Capitol Chats?

WisPolitics Capitol Chats typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Wisconsin elected officials and candidates, state agency or commission members, advocacy and association executives, political strategists, and subject-matter experts with direct relevance to Wisconsin policy or campaigns. Common among recent guests: Holding elected or appointed public office; Leading a statewide advocacy or professional association; Directing political campaigns, movements, or party initiatives. Recent guests include Ann Jacobs, Jennie Mauer, and Robert Dempsey.

How hard is it to get booked on WisPolitics Capitol Chats?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does WisPolitics Capitol Chats cover?

Recent episodes cover Wisconsin Politics, State Government, Elections, Public Policy, and Political Campaigns. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

info@wispolitics.com

staff@wispolitics.com

wisopinion@wispolitics.com

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