Podcast appearances and mentions of Michael Madigan

American politician from Illinois and the Chair of the Illinois Democratic Party

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Crain's Daily Gist
06/03/25: Public transit overhaul derailed

Crain's Daily Gist

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 23:52


What's next for Chicago transit agencies after a proposed bailout fell apart in Springfield? Crain's politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: New taxes on sports bets, nicotine products as Democrats pass $55.2 billion budget; feds recommend 12.5 years of prison time for Michael Madigan, United Airlines is bulking up again at O'Hare; and Blues affiliate launches basic health plan for part-time and seasonal workers. 

NO UNCERTAIN TERMS
South Dakota is Onboard!

NO UNCERTAIN TERMS

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 11:54


In this 15 minute podcast: -South Dakota becomes the tenth state to pass the Term Limits Convention bill. -Florida votes on two state-level Term Limits bills today, March 10th. You can help by visiting http://termlimits.com/2025florida to show your support to the Florida state representatives. -USTL's Nick Tomboulides gives a report on Michael Madigan's (D-IL) upcoming prison sentence for multiple counts of corruption. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

The Crisis Cast
Ray Long - The Fall of Mike Madigan

The Crisis Cast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 38:34


We've had more than a week to digest the trial of former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan. We're still processing. Who better to guide that thinking than the Chicago Tribune's investigative reporter Ray Long.    In this episode, Ray joins Lissa & Thom to explore the implications of Madigan's conviction on Illinois politics and the broader issues of corruption within Illinois' political system. We'll get into the challenges of ethical governance and the role of journalism in documenting political misbehavior.   Plus, we ponder the question of whether politicians are capable of policing themselves.    Ray Long is two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, and author of The House That Madigan Built: The Record Run of Illinois' Velvet Hammer.

Let's Get Legal
Let's Get Legal: New York prosecutors resigning & the possibility of Michael Madigan's age affecting his jail time

Let's Get Legal

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025


Criminal defense attorney Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal. The two discuss Michael Madigan being convicted of 10 counts of corruption and how his age will affect his jail time. Michael Leonard also gives his opinion on the resignations of seven New York prosecutors.

The Shaun Thompson Show
February 12, 2025

The Shaun Thompson Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 103:14


Does anyone really believe Michael Madigan will serve a day in prison? Plus, historian Rainer Zitelmann joins Shaun from Germany to discuss his new book, The Origins of Poverty and Wealth: My World Tour and Insights From the Global Libertarian Movement. And J. Michael Waller, senior analyst for strategy at the Center For Security Policy and author of Big Intel: How the CIA and FBI Went From Cold War Heroes to Deep State Villains, discusses the dismantling of USAID and how Kash Patel can reform our intelligence agencies if confirmed as Director of the FBI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ben Joravsky Show
Adolfo Mondragon—Madigan vs Musk

The Ben Joravsky Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 60:34


On the same day the mainstreams rejoice over Michael Madigan's conviction, Musk and his four-year-old show Trump who really runs the White House. Ben riffs. Adolfo and Ben debate the issue of whether corruption laws really exist if they're only enforced against Trump's enemies. And not his friends. The debate rages. Sorta. Adolfo is a lawyer in Chicago and a radio host.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Gateway
Thursday, Feb. 13 - Guilty verdicts for Former IL House Speaker

The Gateway

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 13:14


Federal prosecutors say they won a historic conviction in the case of Michael Madigan yesterday. The Former Illinois House Speaker was found guilty of wire fraud and bribery. Today, a conversation with Illinois politics reporter Dave McKinney, who has covered this trial from start to finish.

Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand
Analyzing the Michael Madigan verdict

Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025


Ben Bradley, WGN-TV investigative reporter, joins Lisa Dent to analyze the jury’s decision in the Madigan trial. After a long deliberation process, the jury found Michael Madigan guilty of ten counts in a split verdict. Bradley breaks down the impact for one of the most powerful Illinois politicians over the last four decades.

Morning Shift Podcast
Madigan Guilty Of Fraud, Bribery Conspiracy In Partial Verdict

Morning Shift Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 8:32


Former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan was found guilty on 10 counts and not guilty on 7 counts. The jury did not reach a unanimous decision on 12 other counts, leading to a partial verdict. Reset gets the details from WBEZ state politics reporter Dave McKinney. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

It's All Good - A Block Club Chicago Podcast
Michael Madigan Guilty In Landmark Corruption Case

It's All Good - A Block Club Chicago Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 15:20


The former Illinois House speaker — the longest-serving legislative leader in American history — was convicted by a federal jury of bribery, conspiracy and wire fraud. The jury found him not guilty or deadlocked on other counts after more than a week of deliberations.Host - Jon HansenGuest - Mike Leonard Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HEREWho we areBlock Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be covered in a meaningful way.We amplify positive stories, cover development and local school council meetings and serve as watchdogs in neighborhoods often ostracized by traditional news media.Ground-level coverageOur neighborhood-based reporters don't parachute in once to cover a story. They are in the neighborhoods they cover every day building relationships over time with neighbors. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood.Stories that matter to you — every daySince our launch five years ago, we've published more than 25,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 130,000 Chicagoans. We've built this loyalty by proving to folks we are not only covering their neighborhoods, we are a part of them. Some of us have internalized the national media's narrative of a broken Chicago. We aim to change that by celebrating our neighborhoods and chronicling the resilience of the people who fight every day to make Chicago a better place for all.

Oh, Malort!
Madigan Trial Updates: Arts and Crafts

Oh, Malort!

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 51:07


In this informal episode, Alyssa updates John on the Madigan trial. We also talk about Burke, Blago, and Trump's vision for a Golden Age in Arts and Culture. SHOW NOTES: Chicago Tribune: A disappearing witness, an odd choice of hold music and the Fighting Irish: 5 strange things you might not know about the Madigan trial Chicago Sun-Times: USA v. Michael Madigan Chicago Tribune: On 8th day of deliberations, Madigan jury gets deep in the legal weeds but returns no verdict ABC 7: Madigan Trial Live Updates WTTW: Michael Madigan Defense Rests its Case as Landmark Corruption Trial Winds Toward an End FOX 32: Michael Madigan trial: A timeline of events leading to jury deliberations Capital Illinois News: In contentious cross-examination, prosecutor accuses Madigan of not telling ‘the whole truth' WTTW: Michael Madigan Chicago Tribune: Fallout from Supreme Court ruling just beginning in Michael Madigan racketeering case NPR: Trump plans to become chair of the Kennedy Center. Here are 3 things to know Chicago Tribune: Rep. Rush's son is charged with official misconduct Chicago Tribune: Bobby Rush's son gets 6-month term Chicagoist: Congressman's Son Fired for Sexual Misconduct Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's Get Legal
Trial lawyer's guide to the Super Bowl

Let's Get Legal

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025


On this airing of Let's Get Legal, criminal defense attorney Michael Leonard joins Jon Hansen. The two talk about the Super Bowl Shuffle, the latest OJ Simpson documentary, Michael Madigan trial updates, and Attorney General Pam Bondi. For more information about Michael Leonard, visit leonardtriallawyers.com

Let's Get Legal
Let's Get Legal: Jury engagement in the Michael Madigan trial

Let's Get Legal

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025


Criminal defense attorney Michael Leonard joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the Mike Madigan trial as the jury breaks for the weekend. Michael Leonard also explains how a closing argument works and gives his pre-trial rituals.

WMAY Newsfeed
Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News to preview closing arguments in the Michael Madigan corruption trial

WMAY Newsfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 12:59


Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined Springfield's Morning News to preview closing arguments in the Michael Madigan corruption trialSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's Get Legal
Trial lawyer gives his prediction on the verdict for the Michael Madigan case

Let's Get Legal

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025


Michael Leonard, attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the latest legal news. Michael talks about Madigan taking the stand at trial and predicts what the verdict will be. Plus, the two talk about bullying in the legal profession.

Morning Shift Podcast
WBEZ's Weekly News Recap: Jan. 10, 2025

Morning Shift Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 45:45


Nearly 300 new laws are now in effect in Illinois in 2025. Chicago Public Schools parents are under the microscope after a damning report from the district's inspector general. Meanwhile, former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan spoke candidly about his life and work for the first time in years during his federal corruption trial. Reset discusses those stories and much more with Chicago Sun-Times education reporter Nader Issa, WTTW political correspondent Amanda Vinicky and ABC7 News anchor Ravi Baichwal. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

WMAY Newsfeed
Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times reacts to Michael Madigan's decision to take the stand in his federal corruption trial.

WMAY Newsfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 9:58


Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times reacts to Michael Madigan's decision to take the stand in his federal corruption trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand
Michael Madigan takes the stand in his own corruption trial

Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025


WMAY Newsfeed
The Chicago Tribune's Ray Long joins Bret Gogoel on Springfield's Morning News to discuss Michael Madigan, corruption across the state, a recent investigatory series, and much more!

WMAY Newsfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 17:06


The Chicago Tribune's Ray Long joins Bret Gogoel on Springfield's Morning News to discuss Michael Madigan, corruption across the state, a recent investigatory series, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAY Newsfeed
Hannah Meisel of Capital News Illinois spoke with Bret Gogoel about the ongoing Michael Madigan trial, recent testimony earlier this week, the former speaker of the Illinois House's chances in this case, and much more! 

WMAY Newsfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 8:20


Hannah Meisel of Capital News Illinois spoke with Bret Gogoel about the ongoing Michael Madigan trial, recent testimony earlier this week, the former speaker of the Illinois House's chances in this case, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oh, Malort!
Madigan Trial Update: Solis Takes the Stand

Oh, Malort!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 60:43


Alyssa updates John about the insanity that was Danny Solis' testimony. Words cannot express the plot twists.  This is a stand alone episode in the saga that is USA V. Michael Madigan.  Learn about briefcases of cash in China, prostitutes, pot, and more. Corruption Guest Stars Include: (In no particular order) Operation Greylord, Roberto Caldero, Juan Gaytan, Martin Sandoval, Luis Arroyo, Chicago's Former Main Post Office, Dan Burke, Patty Solis Doyle, Brian Hynes, Ed Burke, Lunch Pale Pete, and Hillary Clinton Show Notes: Chicago Tribune: City aids Solis brother's firm Chicago Sun-Times: Political operative Roberto Caldero sentenced to nearly 5 years for bribery scheme Chicago Tribune: ‘Sir, you've been with prostitutes right?: FBI mole Daniel Solis on hot seat in Madigan corruption trial Chicago Tribune: Out-of-the-blue request from Madigan sparked new direction in corruption probe, ex-Ald. Solis testifies WBEZ: Timeline: Key moments in the Michael Madigan federal corruption trial Chicago Sun-Times: Jurors hear Madigan ally McClain puzzling over political squabble hobbling Chinatown project: ‘There's something fishy here' Chicago Sun-Times: USA v. Michael Madigan (All Articles) Chicago Tribune: Ex-Ald. Daniel Solis, a historic FBI mole, exits stage alone after testimony in Madigan corruption trial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WMAY Newsfeed
Jon Seidel of the Chicago Sun-Times checks in with Springfield's Morning News on the status of the Michael Madigan corruption trial and the likelihood Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) is called as a witness.

WMAY Newsfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 11:38


Jon Seidel of the Chicago Sun-Times checks in with Springfield's Morning News on the status of the Michael Madigan corruption trial and the likelihood Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (D-Springfield) is called as a witness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Good Reason
Beating Alzheimer's

With Good Reason

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 52:00


The FDA recently approved a number of medications to treat Alzheimer's disease. But while these new drugs are far from a cure, Lana Sargent says they're certainly a step in the right direction. And: Fruit flies can be such a nuisance. But those tiny little buggers hovering around your old bananas might actually help treat Alzheimer's. Anna Salazar's found a link between gut health and dementia in fruit flies that may apply to humans as well. Later in the show: Close to 7 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer's disease. And as the country continues to age, the search for a cure has never been so pressing. Timothy Jarome works with elderly lab rats to understand what happens to the brain as we grow older. He was named an Outstanding Faculty member by The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. Plus: When we're young, a slip or trip might result in a bruise or skinned knee. But as we grow old, falls can be dangerous - even life threatening. Michael Madigan helps elderly folks practice falling in harnesses so they can better navigate obstacles in the real world.

Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand
As the Madigan trial continues, ‘politics as usual' gets challenged

Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024


Damon Cheronis, Managing Partner at Cheronis & Parente LLC, joins Lisa Dent to talk about former Illinois Speaker of the House Michael Madigan's corruption trial. As the trial continues, ‘politics as usual’ gets challenged. Lobbying and bribes are put under a microscope as the jury continues to hear audio recordings of defendant Michael Madigan.

Morning Shift Podcast
WBEZ's Weekly News Recap: Oct. 25, 2024

Morning Shift Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 45:49


Witnesses have begun to take the stand in the federal corruption trial of former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's hand-picked board of education met for the first time. And the city is combining its shelters for migrants and other Chicagoans into a single, unified system. Reset goes behind the headlines of those stories with Chalkbeat Chicago reporter Reema Amin, WBEZ state politics reporter Dave McKinney and government finance and accountability reporter with the Illinois Answers Project of the Better Government Association Alex Nitkin. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

The Ben Joravsky Show
Maya Dukmasova - "Mad Dog Madigan Defense"

The Ben Joravsky Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 52:27


With fascism at the gates, the feds start prosecuting Michael Madigan. Ben riffs. And Maya Dukmasova talks justice. Or at least judges. As she previews Injustice Watch's guide to judges. A very entertaining and enlightening view of how judges got to the bench and what they did once they got there. Stick around for one of the funniest quotes of all time. Maya is a reporter for Injustice Watch.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Morning Shift Podcast
Madigan Federal Corruption Trial: What You Need To Know

Morning Shift Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 13:16


Jury selection in the federal corruption trial of former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan continues this week. Madigan was long known as the “velvet hammer” for his subtle but powerful grip on state politics. He was the longest-serving speaker in American history, a position he held for 36 years under seven Illinois governors. In March 2022, he was indicted on 22 counts of racketeering and bribery charges for “allegedly using his official position to corruptly solicit and receive personal financial rewards for himself and his associates,” according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Illinois. Reset discusses with Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel what you need to know to follow WBEZ and Sun-Times reporting on the trial as it unfolds. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Let's Get Legal
Jury selection has begun for the Michael Madigan trial

Let's Get Legal

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024


Trial lawyer Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers joins Jon Hansen to discuss the latest trending legal stories. He discusses settlement conferences, jury selection in the Michael Madigan trial, and how jurors are selected. For more information, visit www.leonardtriallawyers.com or call 312-872-0091

Let's Get Legal
Let's Get Legal: Jury selection for the Michael Madigan trial, taxes & Depakote

Let's Get Legal

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024


On this airing of Let’s Get Legal, Host Jon Hansen is joined by three guests to discuss the latest legal news. Segment 1: Trial Lawyer Michael Leonard of Leonard Trial Lawyers joins Jon Hansen to discuss the jury selection for Michael Madigan’s trial, how lawyers choose jurors for their case, and how much jurors are paid for […]

Morning Shift Podcast
WBEZ's Weekly News Recap: Oct. 11, 2024

Morning Shift Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 44:36


Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson replaced the entire Board of Education, the federal corruption trial of former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan got underway and the Chicago Bears head to London. Reset dives into these and other top local stories with CW26 reporter and anchor Brandon Pope, WBEZ assistant managing editor Kate Grossman and Better Government Association president David Greising. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Statewide
Statewide: Michael Madigan heads to trial

Statewide

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 50:29


The former Illinois House Speaker was once a powerful force in politics and government. Now, his legacy is at stake.

Capitol Cast: Illinois
Previewing the trial of Michael Madigan | Capitol Cast - October 4, 2024

Capitol Cast: Illinois

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 16:08


CNI Broadcast Director Jennifer Fuller talks with Reporter Hannah Meisel about the upcoming corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. Jury selection in the case begins October 8th.

The Ben Joravsky Show
Pat Quinn—"Making Out Like a Bandit"

The Ben Joravsky Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 52:30


A federal rules jurors won't hear Michael Madigan say insiders “making out like bandits”. Ben riffs. Guess who's not making out like bandits? Property taxpayers. Right on time former Governor Pat Quinn urges voters to pass the Property Tax Relief Amendment. AKA—Fair Tax II. Only Ben and Pat can make property tax talk exciting. Also, Pat riffs on MAGA efforts to kick abortion rights referendums off the ballot. Just like Mayor Rahm tried to do to Pat's term-limits initiative. And a few words about proposed handouts to Sox and Bears.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Ben Joravsky Show
Ray Hanania—“Baby Boomer"

The Ben Joravsky Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 56:03


Is Chicago's mainstream media biased against Mayor Johnson? Ben riffs. Then Ray Hanania riffs. Soon they're riffing about absolutely everything, including…Trump, swing voters, Palestinian -Americans, Michael Madigan, Ed Burke, Danny Solis, Gaza, why Ray may vote Green, why he may vote for Kamala and TIFs. Ray Hanania is a columnist, suburban government spokesman, and a stand-up comedian.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let's Get Legal
How Michael Madigan's case will be affected by the overturning of the bribery conviction of former Indiana Mayor

Let's Get Legal

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2024


Michael Leonard, attorney at Leonard Trial Lawyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the accuracy of legal shows and talks about aviation cases he’s worked on, Plus, Jon and Mike talk about airport lawsuits, the Supreme Court bribery conviction of James Snyder, and how that case relates to the Michael Madigan case.

Oh, Malort!
Mike Madigan Part Four: Dirty Tricks

Oh, Malort!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 86:40


We finished our Madigan Series.   Much like historians trying to write about the period from the June Trump Biden debate until the DNC. Chicago sans assassination attempt this story has so many aspects happening all at once: sexual harassment, bribery, two federal cases on election interference, ballot tampering, calls for resignation and shifting political favor.   Show Notes: Chicago Tribune: Failed challenger to Michael Madigan asks US Supreme Court to consider lawsuit alleging political chicanery in 2016 election Courthouse News Service: Dirty Tricks Don't Change Illinois Election Result Chicago Tribune: Federal judge dismisses case that alleged Michael Madigan and Ald. Marty Quinn violated opponent's civil rights All Chicago Mike Madigan Coverage House That Madigan Built Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Futures Edge Podcast with Jim Iuorio and Bob Iaccino
The Challenges Facing Illinois with Wirepoints' Mark Glennon and Ted Dabrowski

Futures Edge Podcast with Jim Iuorio and Bob Iaccino

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 54:12


It's no secret the state of Illinois is near and dear to the hearts of podcast hosts Jim Iuorio (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jimiuorio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) and Bob Iaccino (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Bob_Iaccino⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠), who frequently reference Illinois' economy and government throughout the Futures Edge show. That's why this episode focuses on the challenges facing Illinois and the efforts of Wirepoints, a think tank that provides unbiased analysis and commentary on Illinois politics and finance. Wirepoints' Founder and Executive Editor Mark Glennon (@GlennonMarkE) and President Ted Dabrowski (@ilpoliski) break down the financial crisis in Illinois, the impact of migration on the state, the role of federal money in undermining federalism, the rise in crime and its connection to equity policies, and the potential for inflation to help address Illinois' debt. The conversation highlights the need for data-driven analysis and the importance of educating the public about the state's problems. They cover various topics, including the financial crisis in Chicago, the impact of migration on voting blocks, the state of education in Illinois, green policies, and the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago. They also discuss Chicago's challenges, such as high crime rates, underfunded pensions, and population loss. They touch on the potential for a federal bailout, the role of unions in negotiating with the government, and the need for disruptive changes in the education system.  Key Takeaways:  Illinois is facing a severe financial crisis, with a significant loss of taxpayers and income due to migration out of the state. The influx of federal money as COVID relief has provided temporary relief but has also undermined the federalist system and delayed necessary reforms. The rise in crime in Illinois is linked to equity policies that prioritize the rights of criminals over the safety of the community. Donations are crucial for organizations like Wirepoints to continue their work in advocating for change and educating the public about the state's problems. While inflation may provide some temporary relief for Illinois' debt, the long-term solution requires addressing the state's pension crisis and reducing the burden of public sector pensions. Chicago is facing a financial crisis due to high crime rates, underfunded pensions, and the loss of population. The impact of migration on voting blocks and elections is a growing concern, particularly among the black community. The education system in Illinois is in need of disruptive changes, such as school choice, to improve outcomes for students. Green policies in Illinois, such as the Clean Energy Jobs Act, have led to challenges in infrastructure and the allocation of resources. The upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago raises concerns about potential protests and unrest. Support for independent media outlets like Wireoints is crucial for providing unbiased analysis and commentary on Illinois politics and finance. Chapters:  00:00 Introduction and Light-hearted Banter 02:00 The Role of Michael Madigan in Illinois' Problems 05:14 The Impact of Federal Money on Illinois and Undermining Federalism 09:24 The Rise in Crime and its Connection to Equity Policies 15:47 The Importance of Donations for Organizations like WirePoints 27:28 The Financial Crisis in Chicago 32:46 Disruptive Changes Needed in the Education System 34:37 Challenges and Concerns with Green Policies 48:59 The Democratic National Convention 53:42 Supporting Independent Media: WirePoints This episode is sponsored by Mint Mobile.  $15 for your first 3 months. Visit site below:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠trymintmobile.com/futuresedge  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Haynow Media

Let's Get Legal
Politician bribery charges and breaking down impeaching a witness with Michael Leonard

Let's Get Legal

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2024


Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Leonard joins Jon Hansen on Let’s Get Legal to discuss the latest legal news. The two give their reactions to the Supreme Court bribery case of a former mayor of Indiana and share how it might affect the case of Michael Madigan. Plus, Michael breaks down the meaning of reasonable doubt […]

The Ben Joravsky Show
Dave McKinney—Legal Bribery

The Ben Joravsky Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 36:12


Looks like the Supremes are toying with the notion of legalizing bribery by calling a bribe a gratuity. Dave McKinney breaks down the case of James Snyder. former mayor of Portage, Indiana. The Supreme Court ruling may impact the feds prosecution of former speaker Michael Madigan. Dave is s reporter for WBEZ.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

State Week
State Week: Former Madigan Chief of Staff sentenced

State Week

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 28:59


Tim Mapes was found guilty last year of lying to a grand jury investigating Michael Madigan and others.

The Mincing Rascals
The Mincing Rascals 9.6.23: Trump cases, Michael Madigan's upcoming trial, CTU president Stacy Davis Gates and school choice controversy

The Mincing Rascals

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023


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 Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago. This week, the Rascals talk about 2024 being “The Year of the Trial.” What is the likelihood of seeing former president Donald Trump actually go to […]

The Ben Joravsky Show
"Madigan Out" and Michael Crommett

The Ben Joravsky Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 59:11


Michael Madigan really has left the building, as he's not running for re-election as committeeman. Ben riffs. And cinematographer Michael Crommett talks about filming the January 6 insurrection. Michael was there that day. First at Trump's rally. And later on the steps of the Capitol, where he filmed the siege. He was the cinematographer for Unprecedented, Alex Holder's documentary about Trump's re-election campaign. His January 6 footage is featured in that film, See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Williams
The Mincing Rascals 9.6.23: Trump cases, Michael Madigan's upcoming trial, CTU president Stacy Davis Gates and school choice controversy

John Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023


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 Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago. This week, the Rascals talk about 2024 being “The Year of the Trial.” What is the likelihood of seeing former president Donald Trump actually go to […]

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 9.6.23: Trump cases, Michael Madigan's upcoming trial, CTU president Stacy Davis Gates and school choice controversy

WGN - The John Williams Full Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023


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 Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago. This week, the Rascals talk about 2024 being “The Year of the Trial.” What is the likelihood of seeing former president Donald Trump actually go to […]

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast
The Mincing Rascals 9.6.23: Trump cases, Michael Madigan's upcoming trial, CTU president Stacy Davis Gates and school choice controversy

WGN - The John Williams Uncut Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023


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 Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago. This week, the Rascals talk about 2024 being “The Year of the Trial.” What is the likelihood of seeing former president Donald Trump actually go to […]

The Crisis Cast
Ray Long - The Mapes Tapes

The Crisis Cast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 51:40


Time to get back to examining public trust in state government, through the reign of the former Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, Michael Madigan. In this episode, Lissa Druss and Thom Serafin bring Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune back to our chat room.  Ray spent nearly three weeks covering the perjury trial of Tim Mapes, who was Speaker Madigan's Chief of Staff for over two decades.  What did the Mapes verdict signal about Madigan's upcoming trial?  Is Illinois getting any closer to cleanliness in Springfield?   Buckle your safety belt for another trip through the remarkable influence of The Velvet Hammer.

The Ben Joravsky Show
Oh, What A Week with Adolfo Mondragon

The Ben Joravsky Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 53:56


So much to discuss on so many fronts! Good thing attorney Adolfo Mondragon, the renaissance man, is in the house. On the docket…White Sox want more money. Or they'll leave. Hispanic white nationalists. MAGA debate. How Trump and Ed Burke and Michael Madigan pay their lawyers with money they raise from suckers. And more…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Morning Shift Podcast
What The ComEd Verdict Means For Michael Madigan

Morning Shift Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 12:25


On Tuesday, 12 jurors handed down a guilty verdict to the four defendants in the ComEd bribery trial. Though a big win for the prosecutors, the fight is long from over as the case will likely head to Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Reset hears the latest from a WBEZ political reporter, Dave McKinney, and what's next for the defendants and former House Speaker Michael Maddigan, who is set to begin his trial on April 1, 2024.

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Episode 225: Pritzker Signs Illinois Gun Ban as Opponents Prepare to Sue

Illinois In Focus - Powered by TheCenterSquare.com

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 47:08


Join The Center Square's Publisher Chris Krug & Executive Editor Dan McCaleb they discuss the fact that the sale of certain semi-automatic guns and magazines is now prohibited in Illinois with a law Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed Tuesday night. Gun-rights groups say they'll see him and legislative leaders in court. With a new ban on certain guns now in place in Illinois, some have said they won't comply. Gov. J.B. Pritzker has a message for law enforcement: Do your job or else. Gun-rights groups say the ban won't last long. Prosecutors in a case involving Michael Madigan say they have wires of the former Illinois House speaker acknowledging operatives “made out like bandits” in a scheme involving utility ComEd. --- Listen to Other ATN Productions: America in Focus: A weekly feature of the top TheCenterSquare.com stories of the week out of Washington D.C. with commentary from The Center Square editors and more! America's Talking: An interview podcast hosted by Austin Berg. Guests include professors, journalists, artists, business and nonprofit leaders, authors, and more. Everyday Economics: Join economist Dr. Orphe Divounguy and Chris Krug as they discuss global markets, inflation, and everything else that will help you understand the economic world around you. Future of Freedom: Future of Freedom is a bi-weekly podcast highlighting the work of the non-profits which are shaping the future of the freedom movement. Listeners will hear civil, intellectual conversations about why the organizations exist, what their mission is, and how they work to achieve it. Hosted by Scot Bertram. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/illinois-in-focus/support

The Ben Joravsky Show
Oh, What a Week: "Polls, Pols, Madigan & Reefer"

The Ben Joravsky Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 59:59


Another week, more news. Ben & Chris riff away. Including...a new pol that shows JB leading DB. The different respnses by Dems & MAGA to polls. Michael Madigan in trouble—again. Avondale ranked a cool neighborhood. Its only a matter of time before the coolness is priced out. And President Biden inches--and I mean, inches--toward something that should have been done decades ago. Legalizing marijuana. You watch, the Republicans will do it first. Sigh…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.