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The 80 Podcast with Toni Preckwinkle

by Cook County Democratic Party

80 Diverse CommunitiesOne Unified Party

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Episodes

  1. Episode 57: Thomas E. Nowinski

    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!

  2. Episode 56: Dominique C. Ross

    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!

  3. Episode 55: Mariyana T. Spyropoulos

    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!

  4. Episode 54: Tracie Porter

    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!

  5. Episode 53: Daniel “Pogo” Pogorzelski

    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!

  6. Episode 52: Howard B. Brookins, Jr.

    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!

  7. Episode 51: Rena Marie Van Tine

    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!

  8. Episode 50: Patricia Theresa Flynn

    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!

  9. Episode 49: Ruth Isabel Gudino

    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!

  10. Episode 48: John H. Ehrlich

    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!

  11. Episode 47: Thomas More Donnelly

    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!

  12. Episode 46: Yumeka Brown

    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!

  13. Episode 45: Michael Weaver

    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!

  14. Episode 44: Diana López

    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!

  15. Episode 43: Kelly Cassidy - 49th Ward

    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.

  16. Episode 42 - Ram Villivalam - 39th ward

    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.

  17. Episode 41: John Daley - 11th Ward

    Daley family scion, John gives us a look at the city through his uniquely experienced eyes.

  18. Episode 40: Mark Walker - Wheeling

    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.

  19. The 80 Episode 39: Robert Steffen - Barrington Township

    Toni and Robert tell us about the future of the Democratic Party of Barrington.

  20. Episode 37: Frank Avino - Norwood Park

    Frank gives us the skinny of the Norwood Park Democratic Party.

  21. Episode 36: Chris Taliaferro - 29th Ward

    Committeeman Taliaferro walks us through what's going on in the 29th Ward.

  22. Episode 35: Eamon Kelly - Evanston

    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.

  23. Episode 34: Byron Sigcho-Lopez - 25th Ward

    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.

  24. Episode 33 - Michael Scott Jr - 24th Ward

    Michael Scott Jr. tells us the history of the West Side, including the story of Martin Luther King Jr.'s time living there.

  25. Episode 32: Joe Cook - 41st Ward

    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.

  26. Episode 31: Daniel La Spata - 1st Ward

    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.

  27. Episode 30 - Emma Mitts - 37th Ward

    Emma details her long history in the party and shares her hopes for the future of the Democratic party.

  28. Episode 29: Walter Burnett - 27th Ward

    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.

  29. Episode 28: Rob Martwick - 38th Ward

    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.

  30. Episode 27: Dean Maragos - New Trier Township

    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.

  31. Episode 26: Barrett Pedersen - Leyden Township

    Barrett tells us how he got into politics. He also explains how manufacturing can provide living-wage jobs for young people.

  32. Episode 25: Anthony Quezada - 35th Ward

    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.

  33. Episode 24: Lori Wilcox - Bloom Township

    Lori and Toni discuss the effects of the pandemic on Chicago Heights.

  34. Episode 23: Lou Lang - Niles Township

    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.

  35. Episode 22: Jason Ervin - 28th Ward

    Jason talks about bringing younger voters into the fold of the Democratic party.

  36. The 80 Episode 21: Leslie Hairston - 5th Ward

    Leslie and Toni reflect on Chicago history. She also explains how judges are selected for endorsements or retention.

  37. Episode 20: Patricia Joan Murphy - Worth Township

    Patricia details her history in politics and also her dreams for the future of the Democratic party.

  38. Episode 19: Rod Sawyer - 6th Ward.

    Rod details his long history in politics.

  39. Episode 18: Gil Villegas - 36th Ward

    Gil and Toni go into detail about the party's future.

  40. Episode 17: George Cardenas - 17th Ward

    George and Toni talk about their expectations for Latinx community voter turnout. He also wants to make sure the party is committed to transparency.

  41. Episode 16: Ted Mason - Elk Grove Township

    Ted explains how Elk Grove Village is turning purple. He also speaks about his hopes for the local and national party.

  42. Episode 15: Lucy Moog - 43rd Ward

    Lucy explains how important it is for the party to develop new women leaders.

  43. Episode 14: Angee Gonzalez-Rodriguez - 26th Ward

    Angee opens a window into the 26th Ward. She also shares her views on criminal justice reform.

  44. Episode 13: Vernard Alsberry - Bremen Township

    Vernard gives listeners a look into Bremen Township.

  45. Episode 12: Stephanie Coleman - 16th Ward

    Stephanie reflects on her first term in office and shares advice for other young people getting ready to run for office.

  46. Episode 11: Iris Martinez - 33rd Ward

    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.

  47. Episode 10: Karen Yarbrough - Proviso

    Karen turns on the way back machine as she and Toni reflect on her years of service and how she met the Pope!

  48. Episode 09: Blanca Vargas - Cicero

    Blanca gives Toni the backstory on the Cicero Democratic Party. She also talks about how her office helps residents affected by the pandemic.

  49. Episode 08: Sean Tenner - 46th Ward

    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.

  50. Episode 07: Tracy Katz Muhl - Northfield Township

    Tracy explains how she's keeping schools in her district safe while preparing children to go back to in-person learning.

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