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Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-Matteson), a candidate for U.S. Senate in 2026, joins Patrick to discuss her campaign, gun rights, and Democratic gerrymandering. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joins Patrick to discuss the Texas Democrats who fled to Illinois, statewide Democratic primaries, and the plight of the Illinois GOP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady discusses the GOP's problem recruiting candidates to run for statewide offices in 2026 and how the party can become relevant again in the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the Texas legislators who fled to Illinois, Governor Pritzker's redistricting hypocrisy, and the dearth of Republican candidates statewide next year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove) joins Patrick to call out Governor JB Pritzker's hypocrisy over gerrymandering as Texas Democrats flee to Illinois to stop votes on partisan gerrymandering. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick chats with State Senator Steve McClureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick chats with former State Representative Mark Batinick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick chats with the State Fair's Rebecca Clark about the upcoming State FairSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol News Illinois reporter Beth Hundsdorfer joins Patrick to discuss her reporting on failures at DCFS and what lawmakers may do to reform the agency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) joins Patrick to discuss DCFS failures in the death of Mackenzi Felmlee and what should be done to reform the agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss a new effort to change the way Illinois draws legislative maps and the dearth of GOP candidates for statewide office in 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Noah Rothman of the National Review joins Patrick to discuss the situation in Gaza, what it means for Israeli support inside the U.S., and the Epstein scandal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LaDonna Wilson, Director of Shrek: The Musical opening this weekend at The Muni, joins Patrick to talk about bringing the show to life and preparing for an outdoor show in the recent heat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick is joined by columnist and podcast host Matt Lewis to discuss the Epstein scandal and what it means for the Trump administration, the future of MAGA, and if Democrats have a message heading into 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joins Patrick to discuss failures at DCFS, gun legislation, and if any serious Republicans are planning to jump into statewide races. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick as Governor Pritzker wades back into the redistricting debate, statewide races, and the mood of the Illinois GOP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss failures at DCFS, the future of downtown Springfield, and why the GOP is becoming irrelevant in Illinois. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol News Illinois reporter Hannah Meisel joins Patrick to discuss the sentencing of former legislator and lobbyist Michael McClain in the "ComEd Four" case and if Michael Madigan will ever actually see prison time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-TImes sports columnist Steve Greenberg checks in from the Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas to tell Patrick whether the Illini are contenders for the College Football Playoff. They also discuss Wrigley Field hosting the 2027 MLB All Star Game and if the Cubs are contenders or pretenders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) joins Patrick to discuss Governor Pritzker's redistricting comments and why politicians aren't serious about reforming DCFS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beth Hundsdorfer of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss repeated failures by DCFS and why politicians aren't doing anything to reform the troubled agency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois Republican Central Committee member and Cook County GOP Chairman Aaron Del Mar, who is considering a run for governor in 2026, joined Patrick to talk about the state of the GOP in Illinois and why he thinks he could beat JB Pritzker head-to-headSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joins Patrick to discuss the sentencing of the ComEd Four and what happens next as former Speaker Michael Madigan aims to stay out of prison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry Hunter, the Interim Executive Director of WSIU-TV, which operates the former WSEC-TV in Springfield, joined Patrick to discuss federal cuts to public broadcasting and what it means to local programming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WCIA TV Meteorologist Kevin Lighty joins Patrick to discuss dangerously hot and humid weather expected around central Illinois this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois Congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to discuss the MAGA break over Jeffery Epstein, the Colbert firing, and if Republican politicians really believe what they're saying.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Comptroller Susana Mendoza, who announced this week she won't seek another term next year, joins Patrick to discuss why she chose to step away and if she's running for Chicago Mayor in 2027.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Mike Murphy joins Patrick to discuss business struggles downtown, the tourist economy, and an event next month with the Chicago Federal Reserve President. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss the political futures of State Comptroller Susana Mendoza and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias. They also talk about GOP chances in legislative seats in 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political writer Rick Pearson joins Patrick to discuss State Comptroller Susana Mendoza's decision not to seek re-election, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias' plans, and the woeful condition of the Illinois GOP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Porter, who writes the golf newsletter Normal Sport, joins Patrick to preview this weekend's Open Championship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former State Senator and Regional Transportation Authority Chairman Kirk Dillard joined Patrick to discuss the funding cliff for Chicago area mass transit agencies and the efforts to raise taxes statewide to fill the hole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol News Illinois reporter Ben Szalinski joined Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's continued efforts to position him as a foil to President Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins us to discuss political rhetoric and how Republicans turn their electoral problems around.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Egger from The Bulwark joins Patrick to discuss the controversy in MAGA land over the Epstein files and if it will have any real political impact. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Sameer Vohra joins Patrick to discuss measles outbreaks in southern Illinois and across the country and why routine vaccinations have become so controversial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiffany Mathis Posey, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Central Illinois, joins Patrick to discuss the impacts of potential losses in $3 million of state and federal funding and what it means for kids in the Springfield area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos, a Springfield native, joins Patrick to discuss a new report on how Democrats can better appeal to rural communities and how they overcome perceptions of the party among rural voters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political reporter Olivia Olander joins Patrick to discuss failures in meeting the state's clean energy goals and if the Climate Equity & Jobs Act (CEJA) is working for ratepayers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GOP strategist Collin Corbett joined Patrick for a discussion on why Republicans are struggling to find top tier candidates for statewide races in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former State Representative and pollster Mark Batinick joins PM Springfield to talk about why Republicans are struggling to gain traction statewide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joins to discuss a near-record campaign finance fine against Senate President Don Harmon and if Illinois will ever get serious about campaign finance and ethics laws. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth joins Patrick to discuss the impacts of the Republican tax and spending bill and immigration policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamie Toole of the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes joins PM Springfield to talk about the Prospect League All Star Game and issues between the club and the Springfield Park District. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brenden Moore of Lee Enterprises joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's soft launch of a presidential campaign, if Darin LaHood is serious about running statewide, and if the GOP is in any position to compete in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former White House spokesman and CNN contributor Pete Seat joins Patrick to talk about the "Big Beautiful Bill" and the political fallout for 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) joins Patrick after the "Big Beautiful Bill Act" vote to discuss tax cuts, the deficit, and cuts to Medicaid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner discusses Governor Pritzker's decision on a running mate, if the 2026 election will be competitive, and the status of transit negotiations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

POLITICO congressional reporter Mia McCarthy joins Patrick to talk about the negotiations on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and how Republicans can still get it to Donald Trump's desk by July 4. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former State Representative Mike Zalewski weighs in on Governor JB Pritzker's new running mate, former Deputy Governor Christian Mitchell. He also weighs in on if Democrats are too confident in Pritzker's chances in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol Hill reporter Eric Garcia, who writes for the UK's "The Independent" joins Patrick to talk about Senate passage of the "Big Beautiful Bill" and how Republicans got the bill through the chamber after a set of overnight votes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.