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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.

Former RNC National Committeeman Richard Porter, a possible candidate for U.S. Senate in 2026, defends the GOP's "BIg Beautiful Bill,' JB Pritzker's run for a third term, and his political plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin O'Dea, Market Manager of Woodward Community Media, joins Patrick to discuss programming changes to WMAY beginning July 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times Political Reporter Mitchell Armentrout joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about JB Pritzker's run for a third term and whether any progress is being made in reaching an agreement on transit reform.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) reacts to Governor JB Pritzker's announcement that he'll seek a third term and criticizes the Governor for legislation McClure claims doesn't do enough to fix the state's Prisoner Review Board. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Pearson of the Chicago Tribune joined Springfield's Morning News to react to Governor JB Pritzker's announcement Thursday that he'll seek a third term in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Bridge, who brings his Agribusiness show to WMAY beginning July 1, joins Patrick to talk about agriculture in Illinois, the intersection of agriculture and government, and what to expect from his new show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Monthly Politics Editor Bill Scher joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss what the New York Mayor's race means for Democrats nationwide and how the Big Beautiful Bill and ICE raids will impact 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Petrella of the Chicago Tribune joins Patrick to preview Governor JB Pritzker's announcement that he's seeking a third term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee Enterprises reporter Brenden Moore joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's run for re-election, who his running mate may be, and if Republicans can put up a serious challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joined Patrick to discuss the recent history of Illinois governors deciding whether or not to seek a third term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former State Representative Mark Batinick, who now does political polling, talks about Governor JB Pritzker's poll numbers, whether his support is as strong as many Democrats believe, and if Republicans can make the Governor's race competitive next year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Memorial Health Championship Tournament Director Kate Peters joined Springfield's Morning News to preview this weekend's Korn Ferry Tour event at Panther Creek Country Club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Don Tracy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor JB Pritzker's run for re-election and whether Republicans can compete with him in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sangamon County Democratic Chair Bill Houlihan, who is also a member of the Democratic Party of Illinois State Central Committee, joins Patrick to discuss the news that Gov. J.B. Pritzker will seek a third term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Congressman and former Illinois National Guard Adjutant General Bill Enyart joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss this weekend's airstrikes on Iran and what happens next in the conflict.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss the struggles facing Illinois' regional universities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the spring legislative session, transit reform, and if unions have become out of step with their membership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Lou Sandoval joined Patrick to discuss the results of the spring legislative session, new taxes on business, and transit funding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the new state budget, her run for U.S. Senate, and the Israel/Iran crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Kulavic, who directs The Hunchback of Notre Dame, debuting this weekend at The Muni, joins Patrick to preview the show and talk about why it is special to him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime Washington journalist Chris Cillizza joined Springfield's Morning News to talk about journalistic ethics, why the media has lost trust of the public, and how we should react to the increase in political violence in our society. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Noah Rothman of the National Review joins Patrick to discuss the conflict between Israel and Iran and political violence in America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joins Patrick to discuss the new state budget, if lawmakers will come back this summer, and where transit reform stands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joins Springfield's Morning News to discuss the Madigan verdict, if there's a need for ethics reform, and if Republicans stand a chance statewide in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conservative activist Reed Galen, who writes The Home Front substack, discusses political violence, the No Kings rallies, and why people feel disgruntled by politics today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Governor JB Pritzker signing the state budget, their defense of spending increases, and what happens if major cuts to Medicaid happen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol News Illinois reporter Hannah Meisel joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss former House Speaker Michael Madigan's sentencing on federal corruption charges.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.