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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys unpack Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley’s September 9, 2025, launch into the 2026 Democratic gubernatorial primary, positioning himself as a fighter against Trump’s “chaos and cruelty” while emphasizing affordable housing, healthcare, and school funding—though the hosts question if his Milwaukee-centric record translates statewide. Speculation swirls around Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. CEO Missy Hughes, who stepped down September 12 amid rumors of her own entry into the crowded field. Gov. Tony Evers drew fire for signaling a veto of Republican-backed tax write-offs for school scholarship donations, part of a broader Assembly GOP education reform package introduced that includes incentives for school consolidation, dual enrollment expansion, and addressing achievement gaps. UW-Madison’s first day of fall classes on September 5 sparked backlash with a journalism professor’s assignment forcing students to self-identify as “privileged” or “marginalized,” exemplifying the campus’s ongoing woke antics. Despite steering clear of the Charlie Kirk assassination, the hosts couldn’t ignore UW-Madison professors’ inflammatory Bluesky posts celebrating the killing, which poured gasoline on national outrage and led to firings and investigations across academia. For “Candy Stories,” Minocqua’s Kirk Bangstad stirs trouble again.

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The political world and the country at large have been rocked by the assassination of Charlie Kirk. We are in shock as we grieve a pillar in the conservative movement. Meanwhile, the heathen and God forsaken leftists dance on his grave. May we never forget what he did and pick up the torch where he left off.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys dive into last week’s bombshell: conservative Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley announced that she won’t seek reelection in 2026, leaving the court’s 4-3 liberal majority poised to potentially expand to 5-2, further straining the conservative minority. The hosts unpack the Democratic Assembly’s escalating civil war, where Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez faces accusations from fellow Democrats of making gun threats, a claim she denies as political sabotage tied to her upcoming testimony against Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley in committee. Smelling like a setup, the hosts question the timing and motives. They also dissect a new Wisconsin GOP report urging better out-of-state fundraising and stronger campaign roles to reverse losses in non-presidential elections, like the recent Supreme Court races. Gov. Tony Evers’ claim that mass deportations of undocumented immigrants would collapse Wisconsin’s economy and draws sharp criticism as out-of-touch.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys dive into Vice President JD Vance’s visit to La Crosse, where he urged Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson to request White House support for crime prevention. The hosts slam Wisconsin’s wind farms as inefficient eyesores and a July 2025 DNR audit report exposed they are robbing Peter to pay Paul all while undercutting Wisconsin sportsman. The Democratic Socialist Caucus doubles down on sanctuary policies, proposing new bills to expand protections for undocumented immigrants, which the hosts argue Republicans must scrutinize in committee to expose their flaws. A Minnesota shooting by a transgender gunman sparks a heated gun control debate, with one host controversially advocating restrictions for transgender individuals, citing mental health concerns. For “Candy Stories,” Minocqua’s Kirk Bangstad is called out as a terrible neighbor, stirring local drama with his brewery’s noise complaints.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys dive into the latest 2026 election updates. Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski’s announcement to run for lieutenant governor, bypassing the governor’s race, sparks discussion—NFC listeners know the reason for this strategic pivot. U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil faces another Democratic challenger in the 1st Congressional District, while welcoming a new fiancée. State Rep. Francesca Hong emerges as a potential socialist candidate for governor, joining a crowded potential Democratic field with her progressive platform. U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany makes waves with a fiery letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi, accusing tribal government of an extortion scheme from taxpayers over local roads. The episode closes with a salute to U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden, who heroically saved an 11-year-old child’s life in a choking incident, showcasing his Navy SEAL instincts.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys tackle the historic flooding in southeast Wisconsin, prompting Gov. Tony Evers’ August 11 state of emergency declaration and accusations of political posturing as he toured Wauwatosa damage sites. The hosts pivot to candidate announcements: Will Martin, who placed third in the 2022 Lt. Gov. race with 17% of the vote, teases another run, while Bill Berrien pushes constitutional carry to bolster his conservative credentials. Big news drops as a Fabrizio poll shows Rep. Tom Tiffany leading the GOP gubernatorial primary with 60% if endorsed by Trump, despite not yet declaring. During the state legislature’s summer break, the Democratic Latinx Caucus sparks a heated, symbolic resolution fight with no real policy impact, highlighting internal dysfunction. Evers stirs controversy by bypassing standard procedures to grant 4% pay raises to state employees. Finally, the hosts celebrate the Milwaukee Brewers’ 12-game winning streak, declared “Burger Time” in honor of their sizzling run.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys dive into former Gov. Tommy Thompson’s surprising tease of a 2026 gubernatorial run at age 85, stirring buzz with his August 5, 2025, comments at the Wisconsin State Fair, where he boasted, “My mind is sharp as hell”. U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany also hit the fair, dropping hints about his own potential run while railing against open borders. The Milwaukee County GOP’s straw poll reveals surprising frontrunner. Berrien’s tough week continues, as his shaky radio interview fails to shake off scrutiny over his past Nikki Haley support, weakening his conservative credentials. The hosts slam Gov. Tony Evers’ veto of a bill aimed at supporting gig workers, like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash drivers, accusing him of abandoning the working class. Wrapping up, “Candy Stories” celebrates Wisconsin's own Winnie the Pooh.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys dissect Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez’s gubernatorial candidacy announcement for the 2026 Democratic primary, marred by controversy over what she knew before Gov. Tony Evers’ retirement announcement, which strained party unity after Evers’ exit video. U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany dominates the week with sharp messaging on immigration, blasting Dane County’s sanctuary policies after a tragic drunk driving incident involving an undocumented immigrant that killed two teenagers, alongside his push for H1B visa reforms and concerns over Canadian wildfire smoke impacting Wisconsin. Democrats’ unhinged rhetoric escalates with death threats against Rep. Tony Wied and Rep. Bryan Steil, whose town hall was overwhelmed by hostile Democratic activists, underscoring rising political tensions.