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The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 8.20.25: Speed cameras, CPS shakedown, Ukraine-Russia peace talks

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute and The Last Ward, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week the Rascals begin the podcast with a fascinating discussion about the future of journalism and Substack. The Rascals then mince about Chicago Tribune film critic Michael […]

Mark Reardon Show
Mark Batinick Discusses His Thoughts on Governor Pritzker's Hopeful Presidential Campaign

Mark Reardon Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 11:46


In this segment, Mark is joined by Mark Batinick, a Former Illinois State Representative and a Policy Advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute. He discusses his thoughts on Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's hopeful presidential campaign, the Illinois gerrymandering and more.

Mark Reardon Show
Hour 1: John Oliver Calls Out Chuck Schumer for his... Imaginary Friends?

Mark Reardon Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 56:58


In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark discusses John Oliver calling out Chuck Schumer on his family he has created to fit narratives in his politics. Mark is then joined by Brian Kilmeade, the Co-Host of Fox and Friends, One Nation with Brian Kilmeade, and The Brian Kilmeade Show. He discusses the latest trending political news including Trump and Putin's upcoming meetup in Alaska, DC crime, and much more. He's later joined by Mark Batinick, a Former Illinois State Representative and a Policy Advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute. He discusses his thoughts on Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's hopeful presidential campaign, the Illinois gerrymandering and more.

Mark Reardon Show
Chuck Schumer EXPOSED, Pritzker's Hypocrisy & How Will Trump & Putin Meetup End Up? (8/13/25) Full Show

Mark Reardon Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 129:44


In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark discusses John Oliver calling out Chuck Schumer on his family he has created to fit narratives in his politics. Mark is then joined by Brian Kilmeade, the Co-Host of Fox and Friends, One Nation with Brian Kilmeade, and The Brian Kilmeade Show. He discusses the latest trending political news including Trump and Putin's upcoming meetup in Alaska, DC crime, and much more. He's later joined by Mark Batinick, a Former Illinois State Representative and a Policy Advisor for the Illinois Policy Institute. He discusses his thoughts on Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's hopeful presidential campaign, the Illinois gerrymandering and more. In hour 2, Alex Rich joins Mark and the crew to recap his wedding and honeymoon. Sue then hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day, and much more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Curtis Houck, the Managing Editor of News Busters at the Media Research Center. They discuss the liberal media's reaction to DC crime and much more. Mark is later joined by Alex Gold, a Kansas City Sports Radio personality on 965 The Fan. Alex discusses Missouri moving forward with the process of getting betting license out, trending sports betting scandals around pro sports, and a Chiefs update. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 8.6.25: Texas redistricting, Chicago pension boost, DuSable Lake Shore Drive future

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]

John Williams
The Mincing Rascals 8.6.25: Texas redistricting, Chicago pension boost, DuSable Lake Shore Drive future

John Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]

The Marc Cox Morning Show
Hour 4 - CITY SC Controversy, IL Government Pay Spike, and South Park's Falloff

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 34:15


In Hour 4 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim and Ryan discuss the STL City SC fan who was kicked out of a match for wearing a MAGA hat—now lawyered up as Missouri's Attorney General investigates. Dylan Sharkey from the Illinois Policy Institute joins to reveal how Illinois government salaries have grown 57% faster than the private sector since 2021. The team also questions whether South Park has lost its edge and unpacks rumors about the future of Howard Stern's radio show.

The Marc Cox Morning Show
FULL SHOW (8/6) Ref Wars, Pharma Tariffs, Musk's Poll Drop, and MAGA Hat Drama at CITY SC

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 144:02


In Hour 1 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim St. Onge and Ryan Wrecker cover breaking headlines: Clayton police investigate suspicious car fires with “Death to IDF” graffiti, and a man known as “Big Balls” fights off an attempted carjacking in Washington, D.C. The team questions whether Trump's approval rating truly dropped 6 points. On Kim on a Whim, they discuss whether athletes like Sophie Cunningham should be allowed to criticize referees without facing fines. Plus, Jim Acosta interviews an AI recreation of a Parkland shooting victim, and the BBB gives Club Car Wash an “F” rating with a consumer warning. In Hour 2 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim St. Onge and Ryan Wrecker cover a wide mix of sports, politics, economics, and oddball news. They discuss WNBA stars like Kelsey Plum and Caitlin Clark, plus Matthew Tkachuk's NHL 26 cover feature. Political topics range from Marco Rubio and a potential 2028 ticket with JD Vance to Democratic Party struggles and neighborhood tensions over campaign signs. They also explore the controversy around Beyoncé's Levi's ad, Sydney Sweeney's political leanings, and ESPN's acquisition of the NFL Network. Economic updates include stock market movements, home prices in St. Louis and Kansas City, and business sponsorships. To wrap the hour, in other news. Hour 3 - Kim St. Onge and Ryan Wrecker react to a new Gallup poll naming Elon Musk the most unfavorable public figure in America. Genevieve Wood and Tim Phillips join to break down Trump's proposed pharmaceutical tariffs and the legal challenges that could reach the Supreme Court. The hour wraps with a look at the Coast Guard's report on the Titan sub disaster, confirming the implosion was preventable and highlighting major safety failures. In Hour 4 of the Marc Cox Morning Show, Kim and Ryan discuss the STL City SC fan who was kicked out of a match for wearing a MAGA hat—now lawyered up as Missouri's Attorney General investigates. Dylan Sharkey from the Illinois Policy Institute joins to reveal how Illinois government salaries have grown 57% faster than the private sector since 2021. The team also questions whether South Park has lost its edge and unpacks rumors about the future of Howard Stern's radio show.

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 8.6.25: Texas redistricting, Chicago pension boost, DuSable Lake Shore Drive future

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 8.6.25: Texas redistricting, Chicago pension boost, DuSable Lake Shore Drive future

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. Our small, but mighty podcast crew start the episode talking about Texas lawmakers coming to Illinois to avoid voting on a new legislative map that would favor the GOP. Governor Pritzker even went […]

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 7.23.25: Colbert canceled, Epstein files, Coldplay kiss cam

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute and The Last Ward, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals start the podcast talking about CBS canceling ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.’ Where are the Rascals on the cancellation? Was this just a financial […]

John Williams
The Mincing Rascals 7.23.25: Colbert canceled, Epstein files, Coldplay kiss cam

John Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute and The Last Ward, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals start the podcast talking about CBS canceling ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.’ Where are the Rascals on the cancellation? Was this just a financial […]

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 7.23.25: Colbert canceled, Epstein files, Coldplay kiss cam

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute and The Last Ward, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals start the podcast talking about CBS canceling ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.’ Where are the Rascals on the cancellation? Was this just a financial […]

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 7.23.25: Colbert canceled, Epstein files, Coldplay kiss cam

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute and The Last Ward, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals start the podcast talking about CBS canceling ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.’ Where are the Rascals on the cancellation? Was this just a financial […]

The Marc Cox Morning Show
Fighting Corruption in Illinois, Economic Optimism, and Community Support (Hour 4)

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 33:25


Hour 4 kicks off with Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute exposing Gov. JB Pritzker's potential third-term run and presidential ambitions, highlighting Illinois' lack of gubernatorial term limits, $128K salaries for legislators working just 70 days a year, and ongoing fiscal struggles like Chicago's bankrupt schools. The discussion paints a clear picture of entrenched political corruption and financial mismanagement in Illinois. The hour then shifts to an upbeat economic outlook fueled by the “big beautiful bill,” tariff revenues, and historic tax cuts promising average American families an extra $13,000 a year. Marc underscores President Trump's efforts to counteract Biden-era restrictions, with retail sales rebounding and a potential housing market surge on the horizon. Finally, the hour wraps with a community call to action supporting the Lieber family after a tragic accident, showcasing the strength of local solidarity amid challenging times.

The Marc Cox Morning Show
Illinois Under the Microscope: JB Pritzker's Third Term, Presidential Ambitions, and Political Corruption

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 8:27


Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute lays out a stark warning about Gov. JB Pritzker's aggressive political future, including a likely third term bid and potential 2028 presidential run. Sharkey highlights Illinois' unique lack of gubernatorial term limits and the historic precedent of third terms only for Republicans—not Democrats—until now. He points to Pritzker's controversial policies like allowing noncitizens to become police officers and misleading claims about eliminating the grocery tax, which mostly shifted the burden to local towns. Sharkey also exposes Illinois lawmakers' outsized salaries—over $120,000 for just 70 days of legislative work—and draws parallels to the corruption of Mike Madigan, urging Illinois residents to remember that legacy. The conversation paints a grim picture of entrenched Democratic control and financial mismanagement threatening the state's future, with serious implications if Pritzker pursues national ambitions.

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 7.16.25: Flooding in the US, Epstein, MLB All-Star Game & Emmys

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025


We have a packed panel on this week’s edition of The Mincing Rascals. This week your Rascals are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, political pundit Marj Halperin, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, Emmy-winning journalist Brandon Pope, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. The Rascals start the podcast by talking about the unpredictable flooding […]

John Williams
The Mincing Rascals 7.16.25: Flooding in the US, Epstein, MLB All-Star Game & Emmys

John Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025


We have a packed panel on this week’s edition of The Mincing Rascals. This week your Rascals are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, political pundit Marj Halperin, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, Emmy-winning journalist Brandon Pope, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. The Rascals start the podcast by talking about the unpredictable flooding […]

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 7.16.25: Flooding in the US, Epstein, MLB All-Star Game & Emmys

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025


We have a packed panel on this week’s edition of The Mincing Rascals. This week your Rascals are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, political pundit Marj Halperin, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, Emmy-winning journalist Brandon Pope, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. The Rascals start the podcast by talking about the unpredictable flooding […]

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 7.16.25: Flooding in the US, Epstein, MLB All-Star Game & Emmys

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025


We have a packed panel on this week’s edition of The Mincing Rascals. This week your Rascals are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, political pundit Marj Halperin, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, Emmy-winning journalist Brandon Pope, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. The Rascals start the podcast by talking about the unpredictable flooding […]

Saving Elephants | Millennials defending & expressing conservative values

On July 6 Saving Elephants assembled an august team of commentators to commemorate the advent of the United States turning the big 2-4-9!  With only one year to go until the nation is 250 years old, the group reflects on the foundational ideas of America, whether she's succeed or failed at those aspirations, and what the future holds for this most exceptional of nations.   Meet the panelists:   Lura Forcum   Lura Forcum leads the Independent Center, the nation's go-to organization for information, research, and engagement with independent voters, representing those who are fed up with partisan politics and feel politically homeless.   Lura holds a PhD in marketing and consumer psychology from Indiana University (Kelley School of Business). She's studied social cognition and brands, focusing on the factors that lead consumers to respond to brands as if they were people and the outcomes of doing so.  Prior to becoming president of the Independent Center, Lura was the Director of Marketing and Communications at the State Policy Network.   Jeffery Tyler Syck From jtylersyck.com   Jeffery Tyler Syck is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Pikeville.   Tyler's academic research focuses on the development of American democracy and the history of political ideologies. He is the editor of the forthcoming book “A Republic of Virtue: The Political Essays of John Quincy Adams” and is completing a second book manuscript entitled “The Untold Origins of American Democracy.” This second book describes how the political debates between John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson forever altered the republic created by the American founders – leaving behind an increasingly majoritarian democracy. His essays and articles on politics, philosophy, and history have appeared in several public facing publications including Law and Liberty, Persuasion, and the Louisville Courier-Journal. Tyler's academic work has recently been published in the journal Pietas.   A native of Pike County Kentucky, Tyler's political thought and writing are strongly shaped by the culture of Appalachia. With their tightly knit communities, the mountains of Appalachia have instilled in him a love of all things local. As such his writing most often advocates for a rejuvenation of local democracy and a renaissance of rural culture.   Tyler received a Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Arts in Government from the University of Virginia. He received a Bachelor of Arts in Government and History from Morehead State University where he graduated with honors.   About Eric Kohn From americasfuture.org   Eric Kohn is Chief Executive Officer at America's Future, the premier nationwide network of liberty-minded young leaders. For more than 10 years, he led the organization's Chicago chapter. Prior to joining AF, Eric was Chief Marketing Officer at Empower Illinois. He has also previously served as Director of Marketing & Communications at the Acton Institute, and Director of Community Management at the Illinois Policy Institute. He was also the Founder and CEO of Curious Task Strategies, a public affairs consulting firm. Eric is a producer of the award-winning film The Hong Konger: Jimmy Lai's Extraordinary Struggle for Freedom, the 2022 documentary feature from the Acton Institute. From 2019 to 2021, he co-hosted Sources with Knowledge along with Joe Kaiser on AM 560 The Answer in Chicago. From 2022 to 2023, he was the interim host of the nationally syndicated radio program Beyond the Beltway with Bruce DuMont, on which he was also a regular program guest and guest host. He previously hosted The Eric Kohn Program on AM 1530 WJJG, and has guest-hosted the nationally syndicated The Guy Benson Show, Illinois Watchdog Radio, and Chicago's Morning Answer. Eric grew up in Belleville, Ill., and is a graduate of Millikin University in Decatur, Ill. He lives in Grand Rapids, Mich., with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he enjoys (or attempts to enjoy) watching New York Rangers hockey, which he also writes and podcasts about for Blueshirt Banter.  

NewsTalk STL
H2-Pritzker Has Five New Taxes For All Illinoisans -07-09-25

NewsTalk STL

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 44:38


10:05 – 10:22 (17mins) Weekly: Tim Jones @SpeakerTimJones “The Tim Jones and Chris Arps Show” weekdays 4p-6p on NewstalkSTL 10:41 – 10:56 (15mins) Dylan Sharkey, assistant editor, ILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE Illinois gas tax hike, Chicago minimum wage increase among new laws effective July 1Illinois Policy Institute reveals the typical driver will pay $143 more in gas taxes this year than in 2019 CHICAGO (June 30, 2025) – Illinois’ second-highest in the nation gas taxes will rise again tomorrow as the state motor fuel tax hits 48.3 cents per gallon.That means the average driver in Illinois will pay $143 more in state gas taxes annually compared to before Gov. J.B. Pritzker doubled the tax in 2019, according to the Illinois Policy Institute.In total, when combined with existing federal, state and local fuel taxes, Illinois’ gas tax burden can reach up to 85 cents per gallon. Drivers in Chicago pay even more, with an additional 8 cents in city tax and 3 cents from Cook County, along with added sales taxes for each.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 7.2.25: Trump tax bill, Paramount settlement, birthright citizenship, One Fair Wage

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals star the show talking about President Trump’s tax and policy bill. The Rascals break down the latest. Do […]

John Williams
The Mincing Rascals 7.2.25: Trump tax bill, Paramount settlement, birthright citizenship, One Fair Wage

John Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals star the show talking about President Trump’s tax and policy bill. The Rascals break down the latest. Do […]

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 7.2.25: Trump tax bill, Paramount settlement, birthright citizenship, One Fair Wage

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals star the show talking about President Trump’s tax and policy bill. The Rascals break down the latest. Do […]

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 7.2.25: Trump tax bill, Paramount settlement, birthright citizenship, One Fair Wage

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals star the show talking about President Trump’s tax and policy bill. The Rascals break down the latest. Do […]

The Marc Cox Morning Show
Alligator Alcatraz, Illinois Taxes, and Trump vs. Musk

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 17:01


Dylan Sharkey from the Illinois Policy Institute joins the Marc Cox Morning Show to break down former President Trump's visit to the controversial 5,000-bed “Alligator Alcatraz” detention facility in Florida, stirring both political attention and humorous speculation about surviving with gators and pythons. The conversation shifts to Illinois' sweeping new laws taking effect July 1, including a gas tax hike to 48 cents per gallon, new taxes on sports betting, rentals, phone and internet services, and mandates for gender-inclusive data collection and climate change education in schools. Sharkey and Marc also discuss the details of a major immigration bill, Elon Musk's criticism of it, and the ongoing friction between Musk and Trump. The episode closes with analysis on how Illinois' tax-heavy policy changes may accelerate population decline and spark broader political consequences.

The Shaun Thompson Show
June 27, 2025

The Shaun Thompson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 110:25


A SCOTUS victory for President Trump! PLUS, Dylan Sharkey, Assistant Editor at the Illinois Policy Institute, tells Shaun what is coming Illinois' way on July 1st in new laws and taxes. Luis Valdes, Florida State Director for Gun Owners of America, compares Pritzker's elections to elections in Communist Cuba and says his reelection attempt is rooted in political power. And Our National Anthem: sung by Boston Pops tenor Fran Rogers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Shaun Thompson Show
Dylan Sharkey

The Shaun Thompson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 18:51


Dylan Sharkey, Assistant Editor at the Illinois Policy Institute, tells Shaun what is coming Illinois' way on July 1st in new laws and taxes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 6.25.25: Mamdani wins, Pritzker running again, U.S strikes on Iran

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week the Rascals head to New York to start the podcast and break down Zohran Mamdani winning the Democratic mayoral primary. What do the Rascals think the win means […]

John Williams
The Mincing Rascals 6.25.25: Mamdani wins, Pritzker running again, U.S strikes on Iran

John Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week the Rascals head to New York to start the podcast and break down Zohran Mamdani winning the Democratic mayoral primary. What do the Rascals think the win means […]

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 6.25.25: Mamdani wins, Pritzker running again, U.S strikes on Iran

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week the Rascals head to New York to start the podcast and break down Zohran Mamdani winning the Democratic mayoral primary. What do the Rascals think the win means […]

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 6.25.25: Mamdani wins, Pritzker running again, U.S strikes on Iran

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week the Rascals head to New York to start the podcast and break down Zohran Mamdani winning the Democratic mayoral primary. What do the Rascals think the win means […]

John Williams
Austin Berg: Mike Madigan was the last real machine boss in American history

John Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025


Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and Vice President of Marketing, Illinois Policy Institute, joins John Williams to talk about former Speaker of the House Michael Madigan being sentenced today for corruption convictions. Check out Austin’s news substack, ‘The Last Ward.’

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
Austin Berg: Mike Madigan was the last real machine boss in American history

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025


Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and Vice President of Marketing, Illinois Policy Institute, joins John Williams to talk about former Speaker of the House Michael Madigan being sentenced today for corruption convictions. Check out Austin’s news substack, ‘The Last Ward.’

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast
Austin Berg: Mike Madigan was the last real machine boss in American history

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025


Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and Vice President of Marketing, Illinois Policy Institute, joins John Williams to talk about former Speaker of the House Michael Madigan being sentenced today for corruption convictions. Check out Austin’s news substack, ‘The Last Ward.’

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 5.28.25: Chicago crime down, POTUS pardons, Harvard vs. Trump

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals start the podcast this week talking about violence being down over Memorial Day weekend and crime in general being down in Chicago. Are Mayor Johnson’s policies working? The […]

John Williams
The Mincing Rascals 5.28.25: Chicago crime down, POTUS pardons, Harvard vs. Trump

John Williams

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals start the podcast this week talking about violence being down over Memorial Day weekend and crime in general being down in Chicago. Are Mayor Johnson’s policies working? The […]

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 5.28.25: Chicago crime down, POTUS pardons, Harvard vs. Trump

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals start the podcast this week talking about violence being down over Memorial Day weekend and crime in general being down in Chicago. Are Mayor Johnson’s policies working? The […]

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 5.28.25: Chicago crime down, POTUS pardons, Harvard vs. Trump

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals start the podcast this week talking about violence being down over Memorial Day weekend and crime in general being down in Chicago. Are Mayor Johnson’s policies working? The […]

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 5.7.25: Senate race, George Ryan legacy, Alcatraz, movie tariffs

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast discussing U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL 8) announcing that he’ll be running for the senate seat being vacated by Dick Durbin. The Rascals break down the […]

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 5.7.25: Senate race, George Ryan legacy, Alcatraz, movie tariffs

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast discussing U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL 8) announcing that he’ll be running for the senate seat being vacated by Dick Durbin. The Rascals break down the […]

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 4.30.25: Durbin's successor, Trump 100 days, Amazon tariffs, plastic ban

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute (sign up for his new Substack!), longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast discussing the odds that Governor Pritzker becomes president, former governor Rod Blagojevich makes a run for Illinois senator, […]

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 4.30.25: Durbin's successor, Trump 100 days, Amazon tariffs, plastic ban

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute (sign up for his new Substack!), longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast discussing the odds that Governor Pritzker becomes president, former governor Rod Blagojevich makes a run for Illinois senator, […]

The Marc Cox Morning Show
Illinois Policy Debates: Gas Taxes, Mascots, and School Oversight

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 9:09


Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute joins Marc Cox to unpack a range of hot-button issues shaping policy in Illinois. They examine the state's 2019 gas tax hike and its impact on road quality, as well as the controversial proposal to introduce a vehicle mileage tax. Sharkey also discusses proposed legislation on school mascots and a bill that would require private and homeschool student rosters to be submitted to the state—raising concerns about privacy and religious freedom. The conversation wraps with a look at Chicago's possible congestion tax and ongoing questions about government spending priorities.

The Marc Cox Morning Show
Hour 3 : From Mascots to Motherhood: Local and National Policy Debates

The Marc Cox Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 33:29


Marc and Kim call out the latest overreach from Illinois lawmakers—from trying to erase school mascots tied to Native American heritage and disability groups, to exposing America's declining birth rates and the push for government handouts like a $5,000 “baby bonus.” Former Senator Jim Talent joins to discuss border security failures and Biden's weak stance on foreign policy. Plus, Dylan Sharkey from the Illinois Policy Institute exposes the state's bloated gas tax, poor road conditions, and questionable spending priorities.

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 4.23.25: Durbin retiring, Pritzker's political future, economic turmoil

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Brandon Pope, of WCIU, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute (sign up for his new Substack!), and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals start today’s podcast discussing Senator Dick Durbin announcing that he won’t seek another term. Who do the Rascals believe is […]

John Williams
The Mincing Rascals 4.23.25: Durbin retiring, Pritzker's political future, economic turmoil

John Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Brandon Pope, of WCIU, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute (sign up for his new Substack!), and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals start today’s podcast discussing Senator Dick Durbin announcing that he won’t seek another term. Who do the Rascals believe is […]

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 4.2.25: Election recap, CTU-CPS deal, tariff announcement

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Brandon Pope, of WCIU, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute (sign up for his new Substack!), and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals start off the podcast discussing yesterday’s election results. What were the big takeaways from the results in Wisconsin and Florida? […]

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 3.26.25: Signal chat leak, Chicago charter, voting rights

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025


The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute (sign up for his new Substack!), longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week the Rascals start the podcast discussing The Atlantic publishing the contents of a Signal group chat of Trump […]