Pete Schwaba
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Pete Schwaba is an American comedian, filmmaker, screenwriter, and media host. He is known for hosting PBS Wisconsin's independent film series Director’s Cut, writing the romantic comedy A Guy Thing (2003), and writing, directing, and starring in the independent feature The Godfather of Green Bay (2005). He also hosts the nightly entertainment radio show Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba on Civic Media’s stations across Wisconsin.
Career
Schwaba began his career as a stand-up comedian before moving into screenwriting and film. He co-wrote the MGM romantic comedy A Guy Thing (2003). He later wrote, directed, and starred in the 2005 independent comedy The Godfather of Green Bay, which also featured Lauren Holly, Tony Goldwyn, Thomas Lennon, and Lance Barber.
Director’s Cut
Schwaba serves as the longtime host of PBS Wisconsin’s film focused interview program Director’s Cut.
Radio hosting
On December 4, 2023, Schwaba debuted Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba, a nightly entertainment and culture talk show.
Filmography
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Film
- A Guy Thing (2003) – writer
- The Godfather of Green Bay (2005) – writer, director, actor (Joe Keegan)
- Aquarians (2017) - actor (Tom Marx)
- Speaking in Tongues - actor (Pastor Dan)
Television and digital media
- Redneck Dreams (2008) – producer
- The Disco Principal (2009) – writer, executive producer
- Indie Guys (2016) – host
- Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba (2024– ) – host, producer
Personal life
Schwaba is originally from Chicago, Illinois, and now lives in Marinette, Wisconsin.
References
- ↑ Young, Celia. "The Godfather of Green Bay 15 Years Later". Channel3000. Retrieved December 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba - Overview". civicmedia.us.
- ↑ Davis, Victoria. "PBS host screenwriter shines Nite Lite on Wisconsin with radio gig". The Capital Times. Retrieved December 17, 2025.
- ↑ "A Guy Thing | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com.
- ↑ "The Godfather of Green Bay | Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com.
- 1 2 "Home Movies: A Visit with PBS Wisconsin Director's Cut Host Pete Schwaba". PBS Wisconsin.
- ↑ Foran, Chris. "Comedian Pete Schwaba will host a show on Civic Media's progressive talk radio stations". Journal Sentinel.
- ↑ Schwaba, Pete (March 18, 2025). "Classic Movie Pick: Overlooked Scorsese Film 'After Hours' Offers View Of New York At Night". Civic Media. Retrieved December 17, 2025.