The Illinoize Podcast

Longtime journalist and political operative Patrick Pfingsten, who writes The Illinoize political newsletter, takes on politicians, tough topics, and common sense while he cuts through the noise of politics in the Land of Lincoln.

The Illinoize Podcast- September 13, 2024 09/13/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- September 13, 2024 As House Speaker Chris Welch has appointed a Democrat-only working group to address the looming funding crisis for Chicago area mass transit systems, one of the co-chairs of the group, Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado (D-Chicago) joins Patrick Pfingsten to discuss the funding hole, reform, if it will result in a tax increase, and why Republicans weren’t allowed at the table. We’re also joined by Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune to talk about the Tribune series on corruption in Illinois government and the trial of former AT&T executive Paul La Schiazza and the scheduled trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/33048282

The Illinoize Podcast - July 25, 2024 07/25/2024

The Illinoize Podcast - July 25, 2024 After Governor JB Pritzker endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for President Monday morning, speculation about Pritzker for Vice President immediately kicked in. We discuss Pritzker's chances, the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago and more with Chicago Tribune Political Reporter Rick Pearson and Chicago Alderman Gilbert Villegas. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/32285232

The Illinoize Podcast- July 18, 2024 07/18/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- July 18, 2024 Illinois Republicans in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for the Republican National Convention are optimistic about their chances to retake the Oval Office, but tensions still persist inside the Illinois Republican Party. We're joined by outgoing Republican National Committeeman for Illinois, Richard Porter, and WGN-TV Political Reporter Tahman Bradley. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/32196697

The Illinoize Podcast - June 28, 2024 06/29/2024

The Illinoize Podcast - June 28, 2024 Congressman Darin LaHood (R-Peoria) joins The Illinoize to discuss former President Donald Trump's criminal convictions, the Gotion battery plant deal, GOP views of IVF and abortion, and the wars in Ukraine and Israel. We're also joined by former State Representative and pollster Mark Batinick about polling showing broad opposition to public funding for a new Bears stadium and numbers trending for Republicans around the state in November. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/31935457

The Illinoize Podcast- June 7, 2024 06/08/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- June 7, 2024 We’re joined by Comptroller Susana Mendoza who offers her thoughts on the new state budget and her comments about budget cuts that brought swift condemnation from Governor JB Pritzker and his top staff. We also discuss budget drama with Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/31656877

The Illinoize Podcast- May 17, 2024 05/18/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- May 17, 2024 With a week remaining before lawmakers are scheduled to pass a budget and leave Springfield, tensions remain high between Governor JB Pritzker and Democratic lawmakers over $800 million in tax increases. Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) discusses where things stand and if Democrats can adjourn on time. We’ll also preview the final week of session with Ben Szalinski, a legislative reporter for The Daily Line. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/31362867

The Illinoize Podcast - May 10, 2024 05/11/2024

The Illinoize Podcast - May 10, 2024 As the spring legislative session heats up and winds down all at the same time, we check in with House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) on budget talks, the Bears, and a bill ending slating of legislative candidates. We also talk about Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s fruitless trip to Springfield with Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/31234032

The Illinoize Podcast- April 5, 2024 04/06/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- April 5, 2024 Patrick Pfingsten discusses the failures of the Prisoner Review Board that led to the death of 11-year-old Jayden Perkins. We’re joined by Sen. Jason Plummer (R-Edwardsville) to discuss how to fix the board. Chicago Tribune reporter Gregory Pratt also joins us to discuss his new book on former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot “” /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/30697793

The Illinoize Podcast- Primary Preview Show- March 15, 2024 03/16/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- Primary Preview Show- March 15, 2024 Patrick Pfingsten is joined by Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises, Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune, and Russell Lissau of the Daily Herald to preview top congressional and legislative primaries around the state this Tuesday. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/30399008

The Illinoize Podcast- February 9, 2024 02/10/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- February 9, 2024 We’re joined by Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford) on the Trump impact on Republican candidates, property taxes, and the state’s migrant crisis. We’re also joined by Dean Olsen of the Illinois Times, who has been covering the pending corruption trial of former Sen. Sam McCann. Subscribe on or on your favorite podcast app like on , , or . /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/29883213

The Illinoize Podcast- January 26, 2024 01/27/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- January 26, 2024 Patrick Pfingsten is joined by Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz (D-Glenview), who has been appointed to chair a House Democrat working group on the migrant crisis. We also discuss the city of Chicago response with longtime Chicago columnist Eric Zorn. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/29671133

The Illinoize Podcast- January 12, 2024 01/13/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- January 12, 2024 We visit with Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) and Alex Degman, Statehouse Reporter for WBEZ. You can also subscribe on , , , or . /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/29468018

The Illinoize Podcast- January 5, 2024 01/06/2024

The Illinoize Podcast- January 5, 2024 Patrick Pfingsten of theillinoize.com sits down with Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune to discuss crime, corruption, the criminal trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan, and more. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/29364998

The Illinoize Podcast- December 15, 2023 12/16/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- December 15, 2023 Patrick Pfingsten discusses the migrant crisis mess in Chicago. We dig into the tense relationship between Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson with Dan Petrella from the Chicago Tribune. Then, we're joined by Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago) for a conversation on migrants, Soldier Field, and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) challenges for college athletes. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/29093748

The Illinoize Podcast- October 13, 2023 10/14/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- October 13, 2023 On this week’s podcast, we talk to Rep. Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) about funding for migrants, the Invest in Kids program, Ameren’s power grid, and if House Republican can compete in 2024. We’re also joined by of Lee Enterprises. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/28312124

The Illinoize Podcast Special- September 27, 2023 09/28/2023

The Illinoize Podcast Special- September 27, 2023 Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joins Patrick Pfingsten to discuss the looming shutdown of the federal government. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/28163990

The Illinoize Podcast- August 25, 2023 08/26/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- August 25, 2023 We break down the perjury and obstruction of justice conviction of Tim Mapes, the longtime Chief of Staff to former House Speaker Michael Madigan with Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune. We’re also joined by former Congressman, SIU President, and 1998 Democratic nominee for Governor Glenn Poshard, the author of the new book “Son of Southern Illinois.” /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/27854712

The Illinoize Podcast- July 28, 2023 07/29/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- July 28, 2023 We discuss the new Auditor General’s report on $5 billion in pandemic unemployment fraud with Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet). We also talk about poor GOP fundraising and Republican chances in 2024 with GOP consultant Collin Corbett. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/27599100

The Illinoize Podcast- July 7, 2023 07/08/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- July 7, 2023 We discuss the Mike Bost/Darren Bailey 12th District primary with Brenden Moore of the Lee Enterprises group of newspapers and southern Illinois GOP consultant Michael Butler of Cor Strategies. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/27403044

The Illinoize Podcast- June 30, 2023 07/01/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- June 30, 2023 Patrick is joined by Sen. Rachel Ventura (D-Joliet) and Chicago Tribune statehouse reporter Jeremy Gorner. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/27339126

The Illinoize Podcast- June 2, 2023 06/03/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- June 2, 2023 Patrick Pfingsten discusses the end of the spring legislative session with Rep. Norine Hammond (R-Macomb) and Rep. Dave Vella (D-Rockford). /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/27033726

The Illinoize Podcast- May 5, 2023 05/05/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- May 5, 2023 Patrick Pfingsten is joined by Jon Seidel of the Chicago Sun-Times to discuss the ComEd Four trial and the latest news on the Illinois assault weapons ban. We also talk corruption with former Illinois House Republican Leader Jim Durkin. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/26756922

The Illinoize Podcast- April 7, 2023 04/08/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- April 7, 2023 Comments from Chicago Mayor-Elect Brandon Johnson and a visit with Joliet's Mayor-Elect, Terry D'Arcy. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/26480913

The Illinoize Podcast- April 3, 2023 04/03/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- April 3, 2023 We preview Tuesday's mayoral elections in Chicago, Naperville, Joliet, and Springfield with political consultant Collin Corbett. Subscribe now at . Subscribe to the podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-illinoize-podcast/id1640175442 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5saWJzeW4uY29tLzQzMTY2MS9yc3M?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjlx7_u7oH6AhUsl4kEHc1zCDUQ9sEGegQIARAC Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ojqhb8phhO4z4tzL3imu7 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/58d7e06c-8755-4223-a7c1-3d40be0d817d/the-illinoize /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/26431233

The Illinoize Podcast- March 24, 2023 03/25/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- March 24, 2023 Patrick discusses the "ComEd Four" trial with Jon Seidel of the Chicago Sun-Times. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/26337051

The Illinoize Podcast- March 15, 2023 03/15/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- March 15, 2023 Patrick is joined by Chicago Tribune Political Reporter Rick Pearson. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/26243127

The Illinoize Podcast- March 1, 2023 03/01/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- March 1, 2023 Patrick Pfingsten discusses the Chicago mayoral election with Tahman Bradley of WGN-TV and political operative Chris Jackowiak. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/26096226

The Illinoize Podcast- February 15, 2023 02/16/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- February 15, 2023 Patrick Pfingsten discusses Governor JB Pritzker's budget proposal and gets reaction from Rep. Jay Hoffman (D-Swansea) and Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet). /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/25949976

The Illinoize Podcast- February 1, 2023 02/01/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- February 1, 2023 Patrick Pfingsten talks with former Congressman and former Adjutant General of the Illinois National Guard, Bill Enyart. We also look into data detailing why Republicans lost in 2022 with GOP consultant Collin Corbett. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/25800804

The Illinoize Podcast- January 25, 2023 01/25/2023

The Illinoize Podcast- January 25, 2023 We're joined by Rep. Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) on guns, taxes, and the Governor's 2023 agenda. We also discuss the multiple legal issues facing newly passed laws and former Speaker Michael Madigan with Jon Seidel, the federal courts reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times. /episode/index/show/fbb577c9-0116-44cb-b4c9-6ce3b159fca5/id/25726365

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