Across Wisconsin, family court decisions continue to reveal a deep imbalance in custody outcomes between mothers and fathers. While state law defines placement as gender-neutral, data suggest otherwise. Fathers frequently report losing primary placement or decision-making rights despite being active and fit parents. This disparity has prompted growing calls for reform and accountability, not just for judges but also for the guardians ad litem (GALs) who influence these decisi

By Markola Williams | The Vocal Box News Network October 19, 2025 Listen to the full podcast episode Here !!!!!! Manitowoc County Jail, WI (Photo Credit: Markola Williams When people talk about the prison system in America, they often say that once you are in, you are in for life. It is a phrase that speaks to how deeply incarceration can trap someone, not just physically, but mentally and socially. But does it really have to stay that way? This episode of These Days Podcast