Podcasts about Illinois State Fair

Lisa Ellis from the Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners Alliance promotes the Illinois wine industry.  Monthly visit with licensed professional counselor Rachel Brown.Kevin Daugherty with Illinois Ag in the Classroom discusses AITC's presence at the Illinois State Fair and highlights a new academic year.  

Du Quoin, Illinois is having a rough week, and this one hits close to home.Massive downtown fire in Rafe's hometown of Du Quoin. Multiple businesses were destroyed, including Home Lumber Company, BJ's Garden Inn and other properties along the downtown business district. Making an already difficult situation even worse, the fire happened during the Du Quoin State Fair, one of the biggest economic weeks of the year for the small Southern Illinois community.Rafe talks about seeing the damage to a downtown that's already watched businesses disappear over the years, while Lern shares her own memories of growing up nearby and planning entire summers around the Du Quoin State Fair. Thankfully, the transcript reports no injuries or deaths, but the loss is still devastating for a town of roughly 6,000 people.So the crew sends some love south and encourages everybody heading to the fair to support Du Quoin however they can.Then, eventually, the daily comedy machine starts malfunctioning again.The conversation turns into a full Southern Illinois State Fair nostalgia session, complete with Wiz Khalifa, Russell Dickerson, demo derbies, Night Ranger and Rafe remembering the time he watched Joe Diffie put on what felt like a full stadium concert inside a tiny Budweiser beer tent. Rafe also officially declares the Du Quoin State Fair superior to the Illinois State Fair in Springfield. Complaints may be directed to somebody who cares.From there, September 3rd's collection of completely necessary national holidays introduces National Welsh Rarebit Day, which briefly causes confusion over whether anyone is eating a rabbit. They're not. It's cheese. That discovery leads directly to Worcestershire sauce, pork-steak marinades and the shocking revelation that Rafe doesn't own a grill.On Labor Day weekend.We don't make the rules, but we're pretty sure that's grounds for deportation from the Midwest.Luckily, Lern has an even worse idea.After talking with Tim Virgin, she introduces a potential reality-dating concept called Rock Hard Island. The premise involves eligible bachelors from St. Louis rock radio, women applying to date them and enough trash-TV energy to immediately attract hypothetical sponsors. There isn't actually an island involved, but that's apparently a minor logistical concern. Even more alarming: sales is interested.Nothing bad has ever happened after those three words.The crew also takes a trip through September 3rd history, covering everything from the beginning of World War II to Vince Lombardi, Iron Maiden's Powerslave, Prince's massive Warner Bros. deal, Charlie Sheen's 1995 marriage and the founding of eBay.Then Lern takes over for Crap on Celebrities with a packed entertainment rundown. There's a documentary about late Rush drummer Neil Peart featuring Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and fellow drummers including Stewart Copeland, Chad Smith and Danny Carey. Rush is also headed back to St. Louis, giving Moon another chance to see a band he thought he'd never get to experience after Peart's death.There's Beck news for local record-store fans, TV talk involving Chad Powers and The Gentlemen, a rundown of the upcoming Dancing with the Stars cast, and news involving Wheel of Fortune. The show also discusses an upcoming documentary about The Office and remembers Gloria Steinem and her enormous influence on American journalism and the women's movement.Then we arrive at one of those debates designed specifically to waste productive adults' time: the greatest movie and television villains ever.Darth Vader? Obviously.Annie Wilkes? Terrifying.Voldemort? Sure.Hannibal Lecter? Yep.The Joker? Somehow they almost forgot him.The crew runs through villains ranging from Cruella de Vil and Scar to Patrick Bateman, Magneto, John Doe and Dr. Evil, proving once again that this daily comedy show can turn almost any entertainment list into an argument.Finally, Moon breaks down which music genres are supposedly most popular in different states based on search trends, with pop leading the country, metal putting up an impressive fight and Sleep Token emerging as a heavily searched metal act.Then it's birthday time, which means any remaining professionalism is escorted from the building.We've got Charlie Sheen, King Scott's twin Shaun White, Kaia Gerber, Todd Lewis, Steve Jones and more before Rafe handles the final birthday honors and everybody briefly convinces themselves that Amber Lynn is dead.She isn't.Great work, team.It's a show that starts with genuine concern for a Southern Illinois community, takes a detour through State Fair memories, somehow invents a trashy St. Louis dating show, argues about fictional villains and ends with an accidental celebrity death announcement.In other words, another perfectly normal episode of daily comedy from The Rizzuto Show.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NBC 5 asks Mayor Brandon Johnson if he plans to run for re-election. His response was…interesting. Plus! Ben and Dr D talk about the 2026 Illinois State Fair. And Alexis G's movie double. And JB's latest commercial. And more…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

August 26, 2026 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about riding his bike to the Illinois State Fair, upcoming local running events, updated products, their new events calendar, and cross country supplies for student runners. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony reviewed The Illinois State Fair and covered some legislation recently passed.

S & K Buick GMC hosts the show as Sam, Greg and the dealership's Jim Kroll review the Illinois State Fair, a big sports weekend and Jim's recent restaurant trip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democrats and Republicans held their annual rallies at the fairgrounds in Springfield.

(The Center Square) – A slate of Democrats running in statewide races appeared at the Illinois State Fair on Wednesday during a campaign event, discussing what they could do to push back against President Donald Trump's administration during a campaign event. Retiring U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., and Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., appeared alongside the slate of statewide officials and candidates. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul let other politicians, such as Gov. J.B. Pritzker and his running mate, Christian Mitchell, did most of the talking about the state suing the federal government repeatedly over a variety of different policies alongside other Dem AGs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Illinois Democrats and Republicans honed their messages for the upcoming midterm elections during their traditional rallies at the Illinois State Fair. The Capitol News Illinois team discusses what they heard during the festivities and what those messages say about the campaigns ahead.

City Water, Light and Power presents the show from the gazebo at the Illinois State Fair as the results of the Corn Dog Challenge are in, some of the gardeners from the Illinois Department of Corrections talk about their duties, Bob Sargent previews this weekend's auto racing at the fair, Lisa Ellis of the Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners Alliance highlights the organization's presence at the fair, and Tonya Collier, Steve Brown and Mark Kelly wrap up their morning with Sam and Greg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show's final day at the gazebo at the Illinois State Fair, courtesy of City Water, Light and Power, includes members of Kobanova, the spotlight band tonight at the Grand Central Stage, a preview of Sunday's chili cookoff from Larry "Two Cup" Eastep, and the Corn Dog Challenge to see if Sam and guest co-hosts Tonya Collier and Steve Brown can identify nine samples of the delicacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show visits the gazebo at the Illinois State Fair one more day thanks to City Water, Light and Power with guest co-hosts Tonya Collier and Steve Brown with a visit from Mark Kelly and members of tonight's spotlight band on the Grand Central Stage, Kobanova, led by Springfield native Jimmy Riemer Jr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coverage from the Illinois State Fair including conversations with Josh St. Peters from the Illinois Beef Association, Darren Feldkamp with Building 29 memories, and Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Food Systems Development Raghela Scavuzzo provides an update from the Illinois Specialty Growers Association Farm Stand. 

City Water, Light and Power presents the show's visit to the Illinois State Fair on Republican Day with Sam, Greg and guest co-host Alyssa Haaker joined at the gazebo by Senate GOP Leader John Curran and State Rep. Mike Coffey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in the gazebo of the Illinois State Fair exclusively presented by City Water, Light and Power on Republican Day as guest co-host Alyssa Haaker joins Ward 7 Ald. Brad Carlson, Newschannel 20 meteorologist Matt Bednar and Fair Manager Rebecca Clark.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair finds Sam, Greg and guest co-host Alyssa Haaker welcoming state party chair Bob Grogan and House GOP Leader Tony McCombie as the conversation at the fair is presented by City Water, Light and Power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coverage from the Illinois State Fair, including conversations with Miss Illinois County Fair Queen Krista Phillips, Illinois FFA major state officers Owen Rigg and Haven Cash, and Don Guinnip from IL Corn. Monthly visit with Don Schaefer from Mid-West Truckers Association.  

City Water, Light and Power presents the show's visits to the gazebo at the Illinois State Fair on Governor's Day with guest co-host Emily Lynch joined by U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin and Democratic candidate for comptroller, State Rep. Margaret Croke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gazebo is busy again as the Illinois State Fair coverage continues courtesy of City Water, Light and Power with guest co-host Emily Lynch and PM Springfield host Patrick Pfingsten. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The conversation on Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair continues with candidate for lieutenant governor, Deputy Governor Christian Mitchell, and popular local food vendor Food Baby with Sam, Greg and guest co-host Emily Lynch all presented by City Water, Light and Power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Springfield Democrat stops at the gazebo for his final annual Illinois State Fair visit to the show as a member of Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coverage from the Illinois State Fair including conversations with Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton, Jenna Spychal with the Illinois Specialty Growers Association, and Christian County Farm Bureau President Mathew Heberling. DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick breaks down last week's big rain event in Illinois. 

The Springfield Democrat joins Sam in the gazebo at the Illinois State Fair. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City Water, Light and Power presents the show's visit to the gazebo at the Illinois State Fair as State Sen. Doris Turner and State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark stop by with Sam, Greg and guest co-hosts Rayna Dambacher, Savannah Angel and Hannah Wilson from Team MJ Kellner Food Service. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Team MJ Kellner--Rayna Dambacher, Savannah Angel and Hannah Wilson--are the guest co-hosts with Sam and Greg at the gazebo as Illinois State Fair coverage continues, presented by City Water, Light and Power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gazebo is rocking at the Illinois State Fair with Adam Pallai, Carl Fryman and Mike Pawelczak talking about the Big Green Route 66 Sign; co-winners of the Golden Abe's food contest, Backdraft Barbecue; and guest co-hosts Rayna Dambacher, Savannah Angel and Hannah Wilson from MJ Kellner Food Service; all presented by City Water, Light and Power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More coverage from the Illinois State Fair including conversations with Illinois Farm Bureau President Philip Nelson, U.S. Reps. Nikki Budzinski & Mary Miller, and former two-time Grand Champion Steer exhibitor A.J. Line. CommStock Investments Joe Camp previews a new market week.   

The show moves into the gazebo at the Illinois State Fair welcoming guest co-host Amber Sabin of presenting sponsor City Water, Light and Power as the conversation focuses on a better forecast and restoration of power from Sunday's storms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior and Scout Day at the Illinois State Fair finds the show at the gazebo presented by City Water, Light and Power with guest co-host Amber Sabin of CWLP and guests United Community Bank President Dave Drennan, Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher and Illinois Community College Board Executive Director Brian Durham. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City Water, Light and Power presents the show's Illinois State Fair coverage as Sam, Greg and guest co-host Amber Sabin of CWLP welcome Steve Rothenberg before he plays at this year's Springfield Day; John Stremsterfer, John Eck Sr., Butch Elzea and Pat Phelan for the opening of nominations for this year's First Citizen Award (click here for more information); and Nathan Boyle of Peterman Financial Group for Money Talk Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(The Center Square) – The Illinois State Fair is expected to generate about $100 million of economic impact after taxpayers invested nearly $190 million for infrastructure and programming. The fair is set to run from Thursday morning until Sunday, August 23 at the state fairgrounds in Springfield. Gov. J.B. Pritzker said both the Illinois State Fair and the Du Quoin State Fair are important to the economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coverage of the Illinois State Fair, including interviews with Tom Moore from the Jersey County Fair and the Illinois Association of Ag Fairs, Illinois Farm Bureau Member Benefit and Events Manager Stephanie Knittel, Kendra Anderson with Midwest Dairy, and Illinois Specialty Growers Association Farm Stand Manager Phil Wright.   

City Water, Light and Power presents the show's visit to the Illinois State Fair as Sam, Greg and guest hosts Beni Harmony and Mark Kelly welcome Illinois Farm Bureau President Phillip Nelson, State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark and Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show is at Main Street and Illinois Avenue at the Illinois State Fair presented by City Water, Light and Power as Sherry Barr discusses the future of the Heart of Wes Barr, Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza makes her annual visit and giuest hosts Beni Harmony and Mark Kelly chat with Sam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Illinois State Fair got underway this week, marking the unofficial kickoff of the 2026 general election campaign. The Capitol News Illinois team breaks down what to expect during political events that coincide with the fair. Plus, an update on CNI's pursuit of public records from the Department of Children and Family Services, Illinois' response to the Trump administration's change in vaccination recommendations, and the latest discussions regarding keeping the Chicago Bears in Illinois.

The first day at (or near) the gazebo during the Illinois State Fair finds guest hosts Beni Harmony and Mark Kelly joining Sam and Greg as the week's visit to the fair is presented by City Water, Light and Power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello kicks off the Illinois State Fair.  Farmer chat with Chad and Stacy Schutz from Greene County.  

The Illinois State Fair is open as the show continues its tradition of setting up across the street at American Legion Post 32 with guests Tom Shafer, Matt Brewer and his daughters Peyton and Harper, Miss Illinois County Fair Krista Phillips and Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American Legion Post 32 hosts the show on opening day of the Illinois State Fair with guests Springfield City Treasurer Colleen Redpath Feger, Springfield City Clerk Chuck Redpath, Mark Selvaggio of title sponsor Selvaggio Steel, and Illinois Director of Agriculture Jerry Costello III. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Illinois State Fair's opening day show again is live from American Legion Post 32 across the street from the main gate as Illinois Department of Natural Resources Interim Director Renee Snow and the post's Mike Walton join the conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coverage of Tuesday's DeKalb County Farm Talk, including conversations with host farmer Berkeley Boehne, who serves as DeKalb County Farm Bureau President and Harrison Alrbight, Director of Governmental Affairs and Engagement with the Cook County Farm Bureau. Illinois Farm Bureau Environmental Program Manager Bena Pegg highlights upcoming Nutrient Stewardship Field Days.  Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs discusses his presence at the Illinois State Fair.   

The Team Calhoun's Studio hosts the show for one more day before the Illinois State Fair as the guys look at the schedule, and Tom calls with thoughts on paving materials. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys prepare for the Illinois State Fair beginning on Thursday as they spend one more day in the Team Calhoun's Studio with Market Manager Kevin O'Dea joining the conversation about local activities and the fair. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coverage from the Illinois Agricultural Legislative Roundtable, featuring U.S. Senate candidate Don Tracy, and Illinois gubernatorial candidates Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Darren Bailey."Tomorrow's Leaders Today" segment highlights Henry County Young Leader Makenna Walker.  Freese-Notis Weather meteorologist Paul Otto looks at Illinois State Fair weather outlook and the rest of August.  

The guys continue their week in the Team Calhoun's Studio as they talk about Illinois State Fair preparations, and Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark calls in with some updates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Herb Caldwell previews the screening of his documentary, "Mama Joe, Hope and Help," on Senior Day at the Illinois State Fair on Monday, August 17 and discusses living with someone with dementia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Sameer Vohra, Director of the Illinois Department of Public Health discusses his agency's presence at the Illinois State Fair.  Kevin Daugherty with Illinois Ag in the Classroom highlights children's book authors who will featured at this year's Illinois State Fair.  Joe Camp at CommStock Investments previews a new market week. 

Monthly visit with Licensed Professional Counselor Rachel Brown.  Olivia Hoots from the Illinois Beef Association and Gage Marinelli from the Illinois Pork Producers Association discuss Illinois State Fair plans.   Dereke Dunkirk details his role with the Illinois Livestock Development Group.

To lease or to buy? So boring. They don't hit much. Gotta do something with this current playoff format. Stop it, Doug. The Matthew Liberatore starts are starting to become problematic. We don't support Kroenke-owned businesses. No chests unpoked. Are we getting worried about them getting to 69 wins? The July goodbye. Mike is on hold and wants to talk leasing cars. Mike was too mature for us. Tamm Ave. Capital Partners getting into cars and gambling.Papers in the lab during the break working on a remix. Oli Marmol talking about LIberatore's performance. Liberatore talking about the loss and his outing. Maybe Libby would make a good relief pitcher. Trying to find just one play to hit it big so Doug can get out of the business. The dark web. TMA University with utter heartbreak last night in the Natty. Jackson's strained forearm. Yell leaders.Doug featuring Notorious B.I.G. Jeff Passan's thoughts when asked about a salary cap being implemented for next season. Owners thinking there may be no games next season. Players don't wanna be the generation to go back on what generations before fought for. What's the most damaging work stoppage/strike that the guys remember? How would a work stoppage affect St. Louis? Jackson's play-by-play future. Why did Doug have to dig his feet in like that?My Hooptie. Derrick Goold's article on where the Cardinals stand and their approach at the deadline. Audio of Ken Rosenthal saying the Cardinals should explore selling at the deadline. What would you get for Masyn Winn? Doug wants a reliever. Shrewsy is on the phone lines and he wants a Trailblazers update. A message for the Reddit. Cold plunges. Masculinity Camp. TMA Man Camp.Audio of Florida head coach John Sumrall's wife outing him for liking a good pedicure. Barefoot on the set. A fun little happy. Two olds and a twink. Doug had some little fishys nibble on his little toes.DJ Papers is having a HUGE day. Brian Kelly will be doing games for CBS. Notre Dame has a very gettable schedule. Sedalia, MO. Audio of Dan Orlovsky talking about being against pedicures for dudes. The Illinois State Fair.Doug, look to your right and you'll see Brody Herman. Brody's got takes on Masyn Winn. He's looking fly but Brody says he's not a top 10 shortstop. Brody's down on the Cardinal offense. He likes Blaze Jordan. Rome wasn't built in a day. Blues thoughts. We get Brody's thoughts on men getting pedicures. Mad props to Coach Schertz. Ahmad Hardy.Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTDJayson Tatum was in town yesterday for his golf tournament at Norwood. Controversy in the YouTube chat. Internet based Kenzian barnacles (whatever that is). Jackson's down on social media. Baseball revenue talk.Chairman still hurting from the loss last night. A documentary on Scott Spiezio coming out. Tim's made lifts cool. The leg breaking surgery. The Simpsons & Dr. Nick. Chairman would rather be 5'2 than 5'6.Listeners are sending in pictures of their wives. Nice body, bro. Saved By The Bell alumni. Ray King's new wife is busty.And the winner of the EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-22:31) My Hooptie. Derrick Goold's article on where the Cardinals stand and their approach at the deadline. Audio of Ken Rosenthal saying the Cardinals should explore selling at the deadline. What would you get for Masyn Winn? Doug wants a reliever. Shrewsy is on the phone lines and he wants a Trailblazers update. A message for the Reddit. Cold plunges. Masculinity Camp. TMA Man Camp.(22:39-35:08) Audio of Florida head coach John Sumrall's wife outing him for liking a good pedicure. Barefoot on the set. A fun little happy. Two olds and a twink. Doug had some little fishys nibble on his little toes.(35:18-50:46) DJ Papers is having a HUGE day. Brian Kelly will be doing games for CBS. Notre Dame has a very gettable schedule. Sedalia, MO. Audio of Dan Orlovsky talking about being against pedicures for dudes. The Illinois State Fair.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.