Baristas, Billionaires, and Mob Mysteries (Hour 2)

09/12/2025 43 min
Baristas, Billionaires, and Mob Mysteries (Hour 2)

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Pete Schwaba dives into Wisconsin sports and entertainment, celebrating a Packers win with predictions and banter about local weather. Konrad Krueger shares insights on Badger basketball. The episode highlights Glenn Silber documentary, 'Baristas vs. Billionaires,' showcasing young workers' union efforts against Starbucks. Silver, an acclaimed documentarian, joins to discuss labor rights and the film's impact. The episode takes a turn into mob history with Bob Dennis, revealing mafia connections in Wisconsin, from tunnels in Door County to rumored mob-owned restaurants. Schwaba teases the mob's surprising link to Christmas, promising more intrigue after the news.



Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 5-8 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with Pete and the show!



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: Bob Dennis, Glenn Silber