Francesca Hong

The Next Generation of Young Leaders Is Here (Hour 2)

May 19, 2023

Young voters and young leaders are our country’s best hope for pulling us back from a generation of cynicism, short-sighted budget slashing, and right-wing culture wars. A group dedicated to promoting young multicultural leaders has compiled a list of national names to watch, and Wisconsin Assembly Rep. Francesca Hong is on it. We’ll find out from her what led to the recognition from NextGen America. 

A litany of fine guests, you say? (Hour 2)

April 18, 2023

Matt Rothschild talks the repugnant world of campaign finance. and talks with WI Rep. Melissa Agard and Mad Radio Alum Francesca Hong.

The Right Way to Grow New Jobs (Hour 2)

April 12, 2023

While Republicans in Madison are considering bills to punish the newly-unemployed and make it harder to have affordable healthcare, Democrats are proposing a different direction for workforce development and small business growth. Rep. Francesca Hong will have a legislative update.

Best of UpNorthNews Radio with Pat Kreitlow (Week of 03/03/23)

March 11, 2023

This week on UpNorthNews Radio, we heard from state representatives Kristina Shelton and Francesca Hong about their Economic Justice Bill of Rights proposal. Afterward, on Hometown Health, Dr. Kristin Lyerly introduced us to Sara Finger of the Wisconsin Alliance for Women's Health. Finally, we round out the hour with a visit from Todd Allbaugh of the conveniently named Todd Allbaugh Show.

The Next ‘CRT’: Smearing Thoughtful Investing (Hour 2)

February 22, 2023

State Assembly Reps. Francesca Hong & Kristina Shelton have been doing some research on the “new” CRT that you’ll be hearing about in the coming months. The people who smeared teaching an honest and full account of American history now want to vilify those who want to invest in companies that are conscientious about not polluting or cheating their workers or doing business with some shady actors.

2023-01-10 Dueling Tangents

January 10, 2023

Shawn Phetteplace and Francesca Hong join Luke and Bryan to talk about the important stuff. 'Cause we got BIG stuff goin' on.

Interview: Francesca Hong

October 4, 2022

Mom, Community Organizer, and Representative of Wisconsin’s 76th Assembly District Francesca Hong sums up her first term.

“Pro-life cupcake day?”

October 4, 2022

Edessa School of Fashion. Evers' budget. Catching up with Francesca Hong.

21:09 - Edessa School of Fashion

50:24 - Evers' budget

  •  Evers is seeing backlash from both sides after he announces a proposal for the state budget to increase shared revenue to local governments by $91 million, including police, fire, and EMS.

1:30:42 - Catching up with Francesca Hong

  • Mom, Community Organizer, and Representative of Wisconsin’s 76th Assembly District Francesca Hong sums up her first term.

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Francesca Hong knows the way

September 27, 2022

State Representative Francesca Hong joins Luke to discuss a variety of events around Wisconsin!

WTF: We Talk to Francesca! (Aug 26 – hour 1)

August 26, 2022

State Rep. Francesca Hong talks about the genesis of her WTF Friday lists and the importance of walking and chewing gum at the same time when trying to win votes in rural and urban parts of Wisconsin.
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