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Illinois Policy Podcast

Booking Overview

This is an interview-led state and municipal policy podcast focused on Illinois politics, public finance, education, public safety, housing, and economic conditions, with external guests including elected officials, policy-focused professionals, investors, lawyers, and subject-matter experts. Agencies could credibly pitch Illinois policy analysts, current or former public officials, economists, housing and tax experts, business leaders, and researchers with relevant state or city expertise; booking difficulty is medium because guests need strong subject-matter credibility and Illinois relevance.

Metrics

Episodes: 73

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 18.3k subscribers

Instagram: 67.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@illinoispolicy.org

outreach@illinoispolicy.org

help@leavemyunion.com

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Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Illinois or Chicago policy expertise, experience in state or local government, professional expertise in housing, finance, economics, law, business, or public services, and the ability to discuss policy effects using credible data or firsthand experience.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership roles in Illinois government or public policy, Professional experience advising or operating in Illinois housing, finance, law, or business, Data-driven analysis of state or municipal economic and policy issues, Relevant firsthand experience with Illinois policy decisions or their effects

Recent Guest Discussions

Kati Spaniak - Illinois Housing Inventory, Property Taxes, Development Regulations, Real Estate Commission Lawsuits, And The Effects Of Pension Liabilities On Homeowners

Tom Demmer - Illinois State Spending, Budget Pressures, Pension Liabilities, Medicaid Expansion, Tax Policy, Outmigration, And Fiscal Reform

Stu Loren - Chicago Economic Performance, Worker Income, Urban Investment, Public Safety, Pensions, Infrastructure, Logistics, And Policy Reform

Recent Topics

Illinois Politics, Public Policy, Taxes, Education, Public Safety

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Illinois Policy Podcast
:

The Chicago Teachers Union Vs. Everyone (2026 School Board Race)

October 02, 2026

Chicago votes Nov. 3, 2026, on its first fully elected school board, and the Chicago Teachers Union is facing opposition from nearly every direction. Political consultant and Chicago election mapmaker Frank Calabrese joins host Melanie Krakauer to walk through the 2026 Chicago school board election: the citywide school board president race, the union feud between CTU and SEIU, the outside groups spending millions, and the district races to watch. Why it matters: Chicago Public Schools rece...

Why No One is Selling Homes in Illinois

July 21, 2026

Thinking of buying or selling a home in Illinois? From sky-high property taxes to confusing new commission rules, navigating the real estate market is tougher than ever. Expert real estate agent Kati Spaniak joins us to break down the current state of housing in Illinois and across the country. We discuss how local building regulations, rising property taxes, and the state's pension crisis are squeezing homeowners and preventing new development. Discover what the recent real estate commis...

The "Endless Appetite": How Illinois Spends Your Money

February 17, 2026

There is an "endless appetite" for spending in Springfield, but who is actually paying the bill? Former Deputy Republican Leader Tom Demmer pulls back the curtain on the chaotic, high-stakes game of the Illinois state budget on the latest episode of the Illinois Policy Podcast. As Governor Pritzker prepares his annual budget address, Illinois faces a potential structural deficit. Despite failed attempts at a progressive income tax, state spending continues to rise, driven by pension liabil...

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Frequently asked questions

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Illinois Policy Podcast
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How do I get in touch with Illinois Policy Podcast?

Its publicly listed emails are info@illinoispolicy.org, outreach@illinoispolicy.org, and help@leavemyunion.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Illinois Policy Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for Illinois Policy Podcast: info@illinoispolicy.org, outreach@illinoispolicy.org, and help@leavemyunion.com.

How many listeners does Illinois Policy Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Illinois Policy Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Illinois Policy Podcast?

Illinois Policy Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Illinois or Chicago policy expertise, experience in state or local government, professional expertise in housing, finance, economics, law, business, or public services, and the ability to discuss policy effects using credible data or firsthand experience. Common among recent guests: Leadership roles in Illinois government or public policy; Professional experience advising or operating in Illinois housing, finance, law, or business; Data-driven analysis of state or municipal economic and policy issues. Recent guests include Kati Spaniak, Tom Demmer, and Stu Loren.

How hard is it to get booked on Illinois Policy Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Illinois Policy Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Illinois Politics, Public Policy, Taxes, Education, and Public Safety. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

info@illinoispolicy.org

outreach@illinoispolicy.org

help@leavemyunion.com

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