The best part of recording SFR every week is Teddy coming out right after to "help" by smashing buttons on my laptop. He mashes the keyboard until it beeps for mercy. 🤣

Whether it’s crime, energy, taxes, or ethics, Illinois Democrats keep saying “everything is fine” while innocent Illinoisans are the ones paying the price. And make sure you stay until the end of Smoke-Filled Room—someone nominated the pope as a clown. youtu.be/yc4eJPkaUEo

Coming up with Patrick Pfingsten from 3-6pm: -3:15: Cheryl Lemke on winter weather and cold temps moving in -4:10: Jon Seidel on Madigan's pardon hope & Emil Jones III -5:10: Collin Corbett tries to find a silver lining for GOP 📻97.7 FM, 970 AM, or wmay.com

How can Republicans improve their standing throughout Illinois in 2026? Collin Corbett joined Patrick Pfingsten to discuss on 97.7 FM | 970 AM WMAY.

With 60 days until Election Day, we’re seeing signs of life from federal and state campaigns in Illinois. If you're a Republican, there's a lot to point to, especially with Springfield already saying they'll raise taxes this year. We unpack it all here: youtu.be/buDVaowo35Q

Listen to the latest Smoke-Filled Room on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/75QvOs…