A Nite of Laughs, Films, and Disgraced Athletes (Hour 2)

13/11/2025 43 min
A Nite of Laughs, Films, and Disgraced Athletes (Hour 2)

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Pete Schwaba kicks off with a comedic flair, bantering about the weather and introducing guest Rob Brackenridge for a night of laughs. The spotlight shines on the Milwaukee Independent Film Awards as Ezekiel Drews, the festival's founding father, shares insights into this year's cinematic lineup featuring a surge of Wisconsin-made films. They chat about the challenges of creating a film festival, the importance of networking, and the excitement of Q&As. The show wraps with a lively debate on favorite disgraced athletes, including Pete Rose and OJ Simpson, showcasing the intersection of sports scandals and public memory.



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Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba tackles the tough questions like, "What should I binge watch?" and "Where are the most haunted hotels in the state?" Leave the stress of the day behind with entertainment news, comedy and quirky Wisconsin. Pete is a show biz veteran writer, actor, and comedian who will take you from Wisconsin to Hollywood and still have you back in time for bed. Guests: Rob Brackenridge, Ezekiel Drews