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House Republican Leader Tony McCombie (R-Savanna) joins Patrick to talk about scandals rocking the Illinois General Assembly.
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Former Rep. Mark Batinick discusses the challenges Speaker Chris Welch will face if he wants to stay in power.
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Chicago Sun-Times reporter Robert Herguth joins Patrick to discuss reporting about unanswered questions regarding House Speaker Chris Welch.
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Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times joins Patrick to discuss the latest changes in the 183rd wing in Springfield and if Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher will have a serious challenger in 2027.
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Bill Scher of Washington Monthly magazine joins Patrick to discuss the politics of Iran, health care disclosures, and how the Democratic electorate is moving left.
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Former Illinois congressman Joe Walsh joins Patrick to discuss the state of the media, disclosure of politicians' health issues, and 2028 candidates he likes (there aren't many.)
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Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitchell Armentrout joins Patrick to discuss if Speaker Chris Welch's job is in jeopardy and the pressure on indicted Rep. Carol Ammons (D-Urbana) to resign.
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Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella talks about our visit with Gov. JB Pritzker and analyzes Pritzker's run for re-election.
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Retired SJ-R reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg joins Patrick to discuss Governor JB Pritzker, ethics reform, and the Springfield Mayoral race in 2027.
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Governor JB Pritzker joins Patrick for a wide ranging conversation ahead of the 2026 election.
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PM Springfield with Patrick Pfingsten (formerly known as Springfield's Morning News) dives deep into the stories shaping Springfield and beyond. With sharp analysis, candid commentary, and a steady stream of interviews with lawmakers, insiders, and newsmakers, this show is your essential guide to the political pulse of the Prairie State.
Focus in on the interviews you want to hear with the PM Springfield Interviews podcast.
Patrick Pfingsten talks with Springfield’s key newsmakers weekdays on 97.7 FM and 970 AM WMAY weekdays 3pm - 6pm with a repeat of hour one from 6p - 7pm.
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