‘That’s Debatable’ Dives Into Governor Evers’ Exit, Gerrymandering, And Flag Display Bills

NORTHWEST WISCONSIN — The August episode of That’s Debatable with Ben & Emily streamed live on Thursday morning, August 7, 2025, bringing another round of candid conversation and constructive debate to viewers across the region.

The show, hosted by Ben Dryden, founder of DrydenWire.com, and Emily Gall, founder of North of Eight Design & Marketing, has quickly become a favorite for those who appreciate local perspectives, unscripted dialogue, and civil discourse on important issues.

Ben opened the episode with his usual welcome, noting that the show would tackle a packed lineup of discussion topics relevant to both local and statewide audiences.

Topics covered during the episode included:

McKinney zoning controversy in Washburn County — A discussion on land use, community concerns, and the broader implications of local government decisions.
Governor Tony Evers’ decision not to seek re-election — Reflections on Evers’ time in office, what Ben and Emily liked and disliked about his tenure, and early thoughts on potential candidates in the upcoming gubernatorial race.
Gerrymandering and the Electoral College — An exploration of how these systems affect voter representation, public trust, and outcomes in state and national elections.
“Sign or Veto” segment — The hosts gave their takes on current legislation being considered in Wisconsin, including:
- SB 40 / SB 51 – Bills related to flag displays in classrooms.
- AB 314 – A bill proposing the use of gender-neutral language in official state statutes.

As always, the conversation was unscripted and authentic, encouraging civil disagreement and engaging discussion. Viewers participated live in the comments, offering questions, perspectives, and feedback throughout the episode.

That’s Debatable airs live on the first Thursday of each month at 8:30 a.m. on DrydenWire’s Facebook page. Missed this month’s episode? The full replay is available now on DrydenWire's Facebook page and DrydenWire’s YouTube channel. You can also stream it below: