The 80 Podcast with Toni Preckwinkle: Recent Episodes
Cook County Democratic Party
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Patricia Joan Murphy interviews Thomas E. Nowinski, candidate for Circuit Court Judge!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Sean Tenner interviews Dominique C. Ross, candidate for Appellate Court Judge!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Walter Burnett interviews Mariyana T. Spyropoulos, candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Jason Ervin interviews Tracie Porter, candidate for Circuit Court Judge!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Robert Martwick interviews Daniel “Pogo” Pogorzelski, candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Karen Yarbrough interviews Howard B. Brookins, Jr., candidate for Circuit Court Judge!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Sean Tenner interviews Rena Marie Van Tine, candidate for Circuit Court Judge!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Lucy Moog interviews Patricia Theresa Flynn, candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Barrett Pedersen interviews Ruth Isabel Gudino, candidate for Circuit Court Judge!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Paul Rosenfeld interviews John H. Ehrlich, candidate for Appellate Court Judge!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Maggie O’Keefe interviews Thomas More Donnelly, candidate for Circuit Court Judge!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Calvin Jordan interviews Yumeka Brown, candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Tracy Katz Muhl interviews Michael Weaver, candidate for Circuit Court Judge!
Learn more about our #DemApproved slated candidates for the June primary. In this episode, guest host Committeeperson Michael Rodriguez interviews Diana López, candidate for Circuit Court Judge!
Kelly talks about the diversity of the 49th Ward. She also talks about the significance of passing the Reproductive Health Act. She rounds out the discussion to talk about the process of legalizing cannabis and the importance of social equity.
Senator Villivalam gives us his family's immigration story. He also provides a unique take on the 39th ward and lays out his hopes for the White House.
Daley family scion, John gives us a look at the city through his uniquely experienced eyes.
We're back with Mark Walker who tells us about the importance of the Big Tent. He highlights how his private sector experience allows him to work across the aisle.
Eamon explains how the judicial retention system functions and how the party has recently reformed the system into something more progressive. He also lays out what he'd like to see at the national level for the Democratic Party.
Byron tells us his immigration story from Ecuador. He later speaks about his fight to save public schools. He also lays out the road to recovery for his ward post-pandemic.
Michael Scott Jr. tells us the history of the West Side, including the story of Martin Luther King Jr.'s time living there.
Newly Elected Committeepersn Joe Cook tells us what it's like to be a member of the USAF JAG Corps. He also lays out his goals for his first term.
Daniel tells us about winning a Write-In Campaign for Committeeperson. He also shares his feelings on the American Rescue Act and his plans to get stimulus checks to the homeless population.
Emma details her long history in the party and shares her hopes for the future of the Democratic party.
Walter gives an overview of his long career in politics. He also emphasizes the importance of building a bench and developing young leaders from diverse backgrounds.
Senator Martwick gives listeners an inside look into the bipartisan makeup of his district. He also lays out his vision for an elected school board.
Dean gives us a history of New Trier Democrats. He also discusses the Biden administration’s impact so far and how this administration mirrors the Roosevelt administration.
Barrett tells us how he got into politics. He also explains how manufacturing can provide living-wage jobs for young people.
Anthony Quezada talks about the importance of worker power and people power. He also details his work as the inaugural chair of the policy committee.
Lou Lang tells us what he is most proud of in his 32 years in the statehouse. He also lays out his hopes for party unity and less polarization in politics.
Leslie and Toni reflect on Chicago history. She also explains how judges are selected for endorsements or retention.
Patricia details her history in politics and also her dreams for the future of the Democratic party.
George and Toni talk about their expectations for Latinx community voter turnout. He also wants to make sure the party is committed to transparency.
Ted explains how Elk Grove Village is turning purple. He also speaks about his hopes for the local and national party.
Angee opens a window into the 26th Ward. She also shares her views on criminal justice reform.
Stephanie reflects on her first term in office and shares advice for other young people getting ready to run for office.
Iris explains how she's going to modernize the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County office. She also shares what it meant to see Justice Sotomayor swear in Vice-President Kamala Harris.
Karen turns on the way back machine as she and Toni reflect on her years of service and how she met the Pope!
Blanca gives Toni the backstory on the Cicero Democratic Party. She also talks about how her office helps residents affected by the pandemic.
Sean gives us a history lesson on Uptown, tells us how he got into politics, and explains what he learned during his time as a Clinton administration intern.
Tracy explains how she's keeping schools in her district safe while preparing children to go back to in-person learning.
Alderman Mike Rodriguez tells Toni his origin story and his hopes for the new Biden administration.
Paul tells Toni how he got into politics and makes his guess on how President Biden will handle his first 100 Days.
Cook County Democratic Board Chair Toni Preckwinkle sits down with Rich Township Committeeperson Calvin Jordan.