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Hosted by David Murchland

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19 episodes in the archive

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Get to Know Alanna Feddick

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Host David Murchland sits down with Alanna Feddick, candidate for municipal judge of the Marshfield Area Joint Municipal Court serving Marshfield, Spencer and Stratford. Feddick discusses her 25 years of legal experience, community service and approach to impartial decision-making. Topics include helping residents understand court procedures, juvenile cases, financial hardships and conflicts of interest.

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Get to know Krista James

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Host David Murchland speaks with Krista James, interim municipal judge and candidate for the Marshfield Area Joint Municipal Court, serving Marshfield, Spencer and Stratford. James discusses her legal background, courtroom procedures, juvenile cases and her approach to fairness, impartiality and respectful treatment. She also shares efforts to reduce waiting times for families attending juvenile hearings. Marshfield Broadcasting does not endorse candidates or political parties. All qualified candidates for this office have been offered an equal opportunity to participate.

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Get to Know Jamie Jo Carothers WI Gov

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Host David Murchland talks with Jamie Jo Carothers, an independent write-in candidate for Wisconsin governor, about her background, priorities and vision for the state. Topics include affordability, state spending, education, workforce challenges and the role of local government. Carothers also shares her personal interests and approach to working across political differences. Marshfield Broadcasting does not endorse candidates or political parties. Participation in this program does not imply endorsement.

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Get to Know Gillian Battino

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Wisconsin State Senate District 29 candidate Gillian Battino joins Marshfield Broadcasting’s Get to Know program. Battino discusses her background and priorities, including health care, education, rural roads, agriculture, workforce challenges and affordability, as well as her approach to working across political differences.

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Get to Know Jessi Ebben

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Republican candidate Jessi Ebben joins Marshfield Broadcasting’s Get to Know to discuss her campaign for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. Ebben shares her background and views on the economy, agriculture, rural health care, energy, infrastructure, public safety, government spending and supporting rural communities. Get to Know gives voters an opportunity to hear directly from candidates seeking public office. Marshfield Broadcasting does not endorse candidates or political parties.

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Get to Know Chris Armstrong

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Meet Chris Armstrong, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District, as he discusses his background, why he is running for Congress, and his priorities for the district. Topics include healthcare, the economy, agriculture, rural broadband, education, public safety, federal spending, and his vision for representing northern and western Wisconsin. Hosted by David Murchland as part of Marshfield Broadcasting's nonpartisan Get to Know candidate interview series.

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Get to know Niina Baum

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Meet Republican congressional candidate Niina Baum as she joins host David Murchland for an in-depth conversation about her campaign for Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District. Baum discusses her background growing up on a northern Wisconsin dairy farm, her priorities for rural communities, affordable housing, healthcare, agriculture, economic growth, and government accountability. She also shares her views on protecting Social Security, supporting small businesses, expanding broadband, and working across party lines to address the issues facing Wisconsin residents. Get to Know is Marshfield Broadcasting's nonpartisan candidate interview series designed to give voters the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates seeking public office before Election Day.

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Geto to Know Ginger Murray

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Meet Ginger Murray, Democratic candidate for Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District, as she discusses her background, legal career, and priorities for northern Wisconsin. Topics include health care, agriculture, the economy, rural communities, infrastructure, public safety, and her vision for representing the district in Congress. Get to Know is Marshfield Broadcasting's nonpartisan candidate interview series designed to help voters hear directly from those seeking public office.

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Get to Know Ben Will

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Get to Know features an interview with Ben Will, a candidate for the Marshfield School Board, as he discusses his background, experience, and vision for public education in the Marshfield community.

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Get to Know Fred Clark

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Get to Know: Fred Clark, a Democratic candidate for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District, discusses his background, priorities, and views ahead of the 2026 election.

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Get to Know Lois TeStrake 2026

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In this episode of Get to Know, viewers learn more about Lois TeStrake, the current Marshfield mayor who is running for reelection. The interview focuses on TeStrake’s background, leadership approach and priorities for the city, including roads, housing, public safety and future growth.

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Get to Know Natasha Tompkins 2026

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Natasha Tompkins discusses her bid for another term on the Marshfield Common Council, highlighting housing efforts and calling for new job growth in Marshfield. The interview is part of Marshfield Broadcasting’s Get to Know series.

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Get to Know Brandon Taylor

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Marshfield school board candidate Brandon Taylor discusses his background, leadership experience and priorities, emphasizing transparency, fiscal responsibility and support for students and staff in the district.

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Get to Know Mark Borchardt

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This Get to Know program features an interview with Mark Borchardt, candidate for the Marshfield School Board, discussing his experience, community involvement, and perspectives on local education issues.

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Get to Know Emily Nolan Plutchak

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In this episode of Get to Know, viewers learn more about Emily Nolan-Plutchak, incumbent judge for Wood County Circuit Court Branch III. The interview focuses on Nolan-Plutchak’s background, legal experience, values and approach to public service, offering insight into who she is and how her experiences shape the way she serves the Wood County community.

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Get to Know Mason Gukenberger

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Meet Mason Gukenberger, a candidate for the Marshfield School Board and a 2017 Marshfield High School graduate. In this interview with David Murchland, Gukenberger discusses his professional background, community involvement and reasons for running. Topics include student achievement, staff retention, district culture, budgeting, transparency and balancing academics with student well-being and extracurricular opportunities. He also shares his approach to listening to community members and planning for the district’s future.

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Get to Know Faith Meyers

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Get to Know: Faith Meyers Faith Meyers, candidate for the Marshfield School Board, discusses her background, priorities, and views on school board governance, transparency, and community engagement in this episode of Get to Know.

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Get to Know Paul Wassgren

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Meet Paul Wassgren, a Republican candidate for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. In this interview with David Murchland, Wassgren discusses his Northern Wisconsin roots, legal career and reasons for seeking office. Topics include jobs and affordability, rural healthcare, agriculture, forestry, broadband, education, immigration and federal spending. He also shares his approach to constituent service and working across party lines.

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Get to Know Elizabeth Gebert

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Get to Know: Elizabeth Gebert — Candidate for Wood County Circuit Court Judge Branch III discusses her background as a longtime prosecutor, her approach to fairness and discretion, and her connection to the Wood County community.

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Get to Know Alanna Feddick

Original air date: Oct 6, 2026

Host David Murchland sits down with Alanna Feddick, candidate for municipal judge of the Marshfield Area Joint Municipal Court serving Marshfield, Spencer and Stratford. Feddick discusses her 25 years of legal experience, community service and approach to impartial decision-making. Topics include helping residents understand court procedures, juvenile cases, financial hardships and conflicts of interest.

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ABOUT GET TO KNOW

A conversation.
A better understanding.

Get to Know, a Marshfield Broadcasting program

Get to Know introduces viewers to candidates seeking public office through individual interviews.

Host David Murchland asks about their experience, priorities, and reasons for running. Each invited candidate has the opportunity to respond to a consistent set of questions in a respectful setting.

Watch the conversations, explore the archive, and learn more about the people who want to represent your community.

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THE INTERVIEW FORMAT

Space to hear from each candidate.

Consistent questions

A common set of questions gives candidates a fair opportunity to share their views.

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Individual conversations give viewers time to hear each guest’s experience and priorities.

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Browse current and past interviews and watch the conversations at your own pace.

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