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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys roast Secretary of State Sara Godlewski’s latest viral moment, where she seemed genuinely shocked that hail is a normal spring weather event in Wisconsin — proving once again that weird politician videos never get old.

They dive into the increasingly hostile Democratic gubernatorial primary, where the knives are finally coming out as Kelda Roys starts throwing stones at her rivals. Roys just picked up the powerful WEAC teachers’ union endorsement, which the hosts say makes the already crowded field even tougher for everyone else.

On the Republican side, Tom Tiffany drops a brand-new campaign ad that perfectly mixes the best (and most cliché) pure Wisconsin vibes and the guys give it high marks for hitting the right notes.

Just a few weeks after Chris Taylor’s big win for the Supreme Court, another Democrat-aligned candidate has already jumped into the next open seat, prompting the hosts to sigh, “I’m tired” at the nonstop election cycle.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys are joined by returning guests Eric Brooks and Nicole Balisterli for a post-election roundup of the 2026 Supreme Court of Wisconsin race. The panel calls the night a clear disappointment for Wisconsin Republicans, with conservative candidate Maria Lazar falling to liberal Chris Taylor by a full 20 points—solidifying the court’s 5-2 liberal majority for years to come. They do highlight some bright spots in the local races, including strong conservative performances in the Brookfield mayoral contest, the Washington County Circuit Court seat, and the New Richmond School District board races. The conversation also covers the split results on the Waukesha School Board and the disappointing loss in the Waukesha mayor’s race. The bulk of the episode digs into the Supreme Court blowout and launches a nuanced, but realistic discussion on the Wisconsin GOP’s shortcomings—where the blame truly lies, what needs to change, and how the party moves forward. For “Candy Stories,” the hosts can’t resist poking fun at State Sen. Kelda Roys’ latest stunt, joking that she’s using her college political-theatre major to magically double her support… from 1% all the way up to 2%.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys break down the high-stakes Wisconsin Supreme Court debate that took place this week, where the justices clashed over everything from election maps to abortion and the future of the court’s 4-3 balance following Justice Bradley's retirement.

They also cover the arrest of the head imam at the Islamic Center of Wisconsin, who was picked up by ICE on immigration violations. The hosts roast Gov. Tony Evers for pulling a classic Friday news dump on Good Friday, vetoing a stack of Republican bills hoping most Wisconsinites would be offline or at church and miss the story entirely.

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The Heartland Post joins forces with the New Fashioned Conservatives podcast, featuring their interview with Washington County Judge Candidate Grant Scaife.

Despite being one of the most Republican counties in Wisconsin—and a key part of the historically pivotal WOW counties—Washington County’s four-seat circuit court bench is currently composed entirely of judges appointed by Tony Evers and one man is trying to change that: Grant Scaife

Grant Scaife currently serves as an assistant district attorney in Washington County, where he has spent the past seven years prosecuting serious criminal cases. His experience includes handling homicides, sexual assaults, drug trafficking, domestic violence, and OWI offenses, often working closely with local law enforcement.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys open with the biggest political football heading into November: exploding property taxes. They break down how Democrats are aggressively messaging the issue to win back seats, but question whether it’ll actually stick with voters or just become another tired partisan distraction. They give a warm welcome to a brand-new conservative media outlet, The Heartland Post, which promises sharp commentary and stories the mainstream media won’t touch. The hosts react with disbelief to State Rep. Francesca Hong’s latest idea: a “Hooker Bill of Rights” that would expand protections and regulations for sex work. They cover the shocking case of a Wisconsin judge who handed a kid no jail time, only for him to go out and commit murder just four days later, sparking a serious conversation about holding judges accountable when they have so much unchecked power. Tragedy hits home with the murder of a Wisconsin Trump supporter by her own coworker, who openly cited the victim’s politics and alleged “racism”—raising the question of whether this qualifies as a politically motivated hate crime. On the gubernatorial front, the latest poll shows Francesca Hong leading the Democratic primary for the fourth straight time as the field finally starts to take real shape. Meanwhile, new internal polling for Rebecca Cooke shows her only narrowly ahead of U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden (DVO)—hardly the confidence booster Democrats were hoping for heading into November.

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Justin takes on a double-header in the absence of Shadow Governor Vos and gives two candidates a spotlight ahead of the April 7th local elections--Matt Rosek for Mayor of Oconomowoc and Scott Allen for Mayor of Waukesha.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys kick things off with March Madness fever, as politicians across the state fill out their brackets and spark a lively debate: Should elected officials stay loyal and always pick Wisconsin teams like the Badgers, or should they actually pick who they genuinely think will win the tournament? They react to the shockingly fast cancellation of Cesar Chavez Day events in several cities—axed in less than a week, even quicker than the usual progressive cancellations. The hosts then dive into the heated debate in Washington County over renaming a major highway. Liberals are strongly opposed, but the hosts themselves are split on the idea, and some Republicans are pushing back too. They cover several Republican retirements announced recently, leading into a deeper conversation about how to bring younger people into the legislature for fresh perspectives. They specifically debate whether Will Martin should pivot and run for State Senate instead of Lieutenant Governor, but unsure if it's realistic. The guys criticize Democrats for putting the cart before the horse on the 2026 elections, acting overly confident while they predict that the November general might not split down traditional lines .Finally, they cover the Sports Betting bill and the NIL bill both heading to Governor Evers' desk for signature.

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In this episode of New Fashioned Conservatives, two semi-involved Wisconsin guys dissect Supreme Court Justice Annette Ziegler's retirement announcement, vacating her seat in July 2027. They spotlight Mike Roberts' bid for State Senate as an entrepreneur emphasizing a common sense candidacy for a tough seat. The hosts question who's pushing former Gov. Tommy Thompson to "kick the tires" on a 2026 run at 85. In suburban politics, unabashed Democrat Mike Hallquist shakes up Brookfield's mayoral race, championing progressive policies on diversity and sustainability in a former red stronghold. They probe the troubling history of abuse in Oconto School District, where a February 2026 lawsuit revealed decades of mishandled complaints against staff, including sexual misconduct cases dating back to the 1990s. Gov. Tony Evers earns rare praise for signing the anti-grooming bill (AB 677), strengthening penalties for predatory behaviors toward minors and shifting from slaps on the wrist to potential jail time.

The episode highlights a teacher's viral TikTok exposing her role in facilitating students' social transitions without parental notification. UW-Madison's lobbying for an NIL bill draws scrutiny, as it would move funds to allow for enhanced NIL efforts. The university also hosts a "Resist ICE Terror" workshop, while the hosts question if faculty involvement is organizing the event. Brad Schimel is out as Eastern District U.S. Attorney on March 15—due to archaic Senate blue-slip rules allowing home-state senators to block nominees—sparks debate on reforming the outdated system. Finally, Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez pleads no contest to disorderly conduct charges stemming from her on-going run in with her former caucus.

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