45 Best Illinois News Podcasts

1. Chicago's Morning Answer with Dan Proft

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Chicago's Morning Answer is the only morning radio program in Chicago that covers all of the stories that matter, from Washington to Springfield, from politics to culture. Hosted by Dan Proft, one the sharpest political minds in Illinois, and Amy Jacobson, an award-winning journalist, Chicago's Morning Answer brings you what you need to know ever morning from 5-9am on AM 560 The Answer.MORE Hosts Dan Proft, Amy Jacobson
Producer/Network Dan Proft & Amy Jacobson
Email ****@salemradiochicago.com
Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 7.4KTwitter 27.6K Avg Length 142 min Video Podcast YouTube
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2. RFD Profit Watch

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RFD Profit Watch features conversations with economists, grain and livestock analysts and other industry leaders about the markets and the issues that affect farm profitability. Hosted by NAFB Broadcaster DeLoss Jahnke. This is the daily radio broadcast repurposed as a podcast.MORE Host DeLoss Jahnke
Producer/Network Illinois Farm Bureau
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 40.6KTwitter 16.7KInstagram 6.8K Avg Length 53 min Get Email Contact

3. RFD Today

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Discussing agricultural policy issues, commodity market trends and more, RFD Today is your deep dive into the most relevant news stories of the day. In this show, hosts Rita Frazer and Jim Taylor interview industry decision-makers throughout the state, providing reaction to and analysis of the challenges and opportunities affecting your farm. This is the daily radio broadcast repurposed as a podcast.MORE Host James Taylor
Producer/Network Illinois Farm Bureau
Email ****@ilfb.org
Apple Rating 4.2/5Facebook 40.6KTwitter 16.7KInstagram 6.8K Avg Length 54 min Since Sep 2019 Get Email Contact

4. Regional Media Podcast

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Local News, Local Events, Local Everything from across the state of Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, New Jersey and More! We discuss local events with local leaders!
Producer/Network Regional Media
Email ****@regionalmedia.info
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 1.1K Avg Length 15 min Get Email Contact

5. Good Morning Aurora

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Good Morning Aurora is the first daytime morning show covering Aurora Illinois and live each day from Downtown Aurora. With an emphasis on highlighting social justice, we cover local and national headlines and deliver the best information to our listeners. Tune in with us Monday thru Friday from 8 to 9 am on Anchor.MORE Producer/Network Studio B: The Host
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 5.1KTwitter 120Instagram 2.3K Avg Length 33 min Get Email Contact

6. Shootin' the Breeze

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WMBD/WYZZ's team of meteorologists are teaming up to talk about the weather here in Central Illinois. Discussions can range from big storms that are brewing to just learning more about how forecasting works behind the scenes. Chief Meteorologist Chris Yates is joined by Morning Show Meteorologist Molly Naslund and Weekend Meteorologist Adam Sherwinski.MORE Producer/Network WMBD/WYZZ
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 132.3KTwitter 15.7KInstagram 10.2K Avg Length 40 min Get Email Contact

7. Capitol Cast: Illinois

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News and analysis of Illinois state government.
Producer/Network Capitol News Illinois
Email ****@capitolnewsillinois.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 1.3KTwitter 2.7K Avg Length 18 min Get Email Contact

8. Talking Liberties with the ACLU of Illinois

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On Talking Liberties with the ACLU of Illinois, we are here to chat about the big issues of the day, both home in the Land of Lincoln and across our country. We are here to help educate and tell you how you can get involved so we work together towards a more perfect union. Each episode features interviews, news updates, events, and actions that you can take right now to protect your rights.MORE Producer/Network Talking Liberties with the ACLU of Illinois
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 22.1KTwitter 11.3K Avg Length 32 min Get Email Contact

9. Illinois in Focus

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The podcast bringing you the most important stories out of Illinois. Join us as we dive into the top headlines and provide insightful commentary and analysis.
Host Greg Bishop
Producer/Network America's Talking Network
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Facebook 205Twitter 163 Avg Length 32 min Get Email Contact

10. Daily Illini Sports Podcast

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A podcast discussing all University of Illinois sports with a focus on football and men's basketball. We typically have four people on the podcast but are in the process of adding guests and interview audio to our dynamic. We react to breaking news like transfers and draft options as well as provide sports news and updates from Illini and professional sports.MORE Producer/Network The Daily Illini
Email ****@dailyillini.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 14.2KTwitter 28.5KInstagram 14.5K Avg Length 29 min Get Email Contact

11. City Club of Chicago

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The City Club of Chicago, Illinois' premier public affairs forum since 1903, providing a forum for the discussion of civic and public affairs, from WGN Radio 720 in Chicago
Producer/Network WGN Radio
Email ****@wgnradio.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 89.4KTwitter 55.6KInstagram 15.3K Since Dec 2018 Get Email Contact

12. Keep Your Day Job

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The Keep Your Day Job Podcast is an interview show with the goal of shining a light onto some of the more colorful people in Central Illinois.
Host Edward Cimoch
Producer/Network Ed See
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 14 Avg Length 53 min Get Email Contact

13. State Week

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An analysis of the week in Illinois politics and government from the NPR Illinois.
Producer/Network Sean Crawford, Charles N. Wheeler III
Email ****@nprillinois.org
Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 6.5KInstagram 2.1K Avg Length 29 min Get Email Contact

14. AM Springfield Interviews

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You love AM Springfield but sometimes you can't listen to the whole show. Join Sam Madonia and crew for in-depth interviews with with the movers and shakers of Springfield, Illinois. Whether it's state or local politics, local business owners, or the latest event in the community, AM Springfield has the pulse of the city on Sports Radio 1450.MORE Producer/Network Woodward Community Media
Email ****@neuhoffmedia.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 6.5KTwitter 2.8K Avg Length 14 min Get Email Contact

15. Bishop On Air

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The Center Square associate editor, statehouse reporter Illinois Radio Network and morning host with news updates and more.
Producer/Network Greg Bishop
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Apple Rating 4/5Facebook 3.4KTwitter 5.7KInstagram 753 Avg Length 36 min Get Email Contact

16. Park Cast by the Illinois Association of Park Districts

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The Illinois Association of Park Districts podcast, called 'Park Cast' puts a spotlight on both the work IAPD is doing and the work our membership is doing with park districts, forest preserves, recreation, special recreation and conservation.MORE Producer/Network IAPD
Email ****@ILparks.org
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 2.6KTwitter 1.3KInstagram 1.2K Avg Length 15 min Get Email Contact

17. Manhattan Minute Podcast

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Local news for Manhattan Illinois.
Producer/Network Mike Adrieansen
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 24 min Get Email Contact

18. RFD Illinois

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Your daily rundown of the issues affecting Illinois farmers. RFD Radio hosts Rita Frazer, DeLoss Jahnke and Jim Taylor are your boots on the ground, keeping you up to date on the news stories, market trends and weather outlooks that could affect your farm.MORE Hosts James Taylor, DeLoss Jahnke
Producer/Network Illinois Farm Bureau
Email ****@ilfb.org
Apple Rating 1/5Facebook 40.6KTwitter 16.7KInstagram 6.8K Avg Length 24 min Get Email Contact

19. The Ahlquist Agenda

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The Ahlquist Center for Policy, Practice and Innovation is the policy and advocacy arm of Brightpoint, a distinguished child and family service organization in Illinois. The Center advocates for robust, antiracist, equitable policies and social supports that create social capital, economic mobility, and systems designed to ensure children, families, and communities thrive.In this podcast, we invite you to take an inside look at how we think about policy: why it matters, how it impacts youth, families, and communities in Illinois, and what you can do to help.MORE Producer/Network The Ahlquist Center for Policy, Practice & Innovation
Email ****@childrenshomeandaid.org
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 7.2KTwitter 129Instagram 1.4K Avg Length 19 min Get Email Contact

20. The 21st Show

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Illinois's statewide news talk show, produced by Illinois Public Media.
Producer/Network Illinois Public Media - WILL
Email ****@illinois.edu
Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 6.9KTwitter 3.1KInstagram 2.4K Get Email Contact

21. Oskee Talk

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For fans of the University of Illinois Fighting Illini.
Producer/Network Drew Pastorek
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Apple Rating 3.9/5Facebook 28.9KInstagram 4.9K Avg Length 98 min Get Email Contact

22. First Listen

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Start the day by adding NPR Illinois First Listen to your routine and hear the latest from the state capital.
Producer/Network Michelle Eccles
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 6.5KTwitter 8.7KInstagram 2.1K Avg Length 4 min Get Email Contact

23. Illinois Senate Republican Caucus

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Illinois Senate Republican Mission Statement: As Senate Republicans, our goal is to encourage job growth by developing an efficient, transparent, ethical state government with less regulation and lower taxes. We must leave a legacy of responsible government that will last for generations.MORE Producer/Network Illinois Senate Republican Caucus
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Apple Rating 2/5Facebook 7KTwitter 13.5KInstagram 1.1K Avg Length 17 min Get Email Contact

24. Livestock Report

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Rita Frazer and the RFD Radio network provide a daily update on the Livestock Industry as a vital part of the state's agriculture sector. This is the daily radio program repurposed as a podcast.MORE Producer/Network Illinois Farm Bureau
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25. VCF News On Demand

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You want the latest news in Vermilion County, Illinois, and you want it now. Join Steve Brandy daily for local news you need to know to be informed.
Email ****@neuhoffmedia.com
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26. WJPF Morning Newswatch

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Tom Miller of WJPF interviews the biggest newsmakers of Southern Illinois.
Producer/Network Tom Miller
Email ****@riverradio.net
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 3KTwitter 34 Avg Length 15 min Get Email Contact

27. Southern Illinois Sports Spotlight

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Interviews and press conference audio with the Southern Illinois regions high school and college athletes, coaches, and newsmakers.
Producer/Network Unknown
Email ****@riverradio.net
Facebook 8KTwitter 2.3K Avg Length 95 min Get Email Contact

28. Radio Monmouth

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Various podcasts featuring local sports and Illinois news updates. To stay updated on new episode releases, follow and turn on podcast notifications!
Producer/Network Prairie Communications
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 4.3KTwitter 856 Avg Length 11 min Get Email Contact

29. WSIU News Updates

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WSIU Radio News Updates provides a daily podcast of the top local and state news stories as well as the latest weather information for the southern Illinois region.
Producer/Network Brad Palmer, Leah Lerner, Jeff Williams, WSIU Staff
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30. 618 High School Huddle

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A High School Sports podcast focusing on the 618 Area which is located in Southern Illinois. According to 1X World Heavyweight champion Danny Pounders this is the 'number one podcast in all the lands.'MORE Hosts Jim Thompson, Scott Warren
Producer/Network High School Huddle
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Apple Rating 4.1/5Twitter 3.8KInstagram 92 Avg Length 54 min Get Email Contact

31. Stay and Fight with Matt Paprocki

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The Stay and Fight podcast, hosted by Matt Paprocki, tells powerful stories of Illinoisans and why they've decided to stay in the state and fight for the state's future.
Producer/Network Illinois Policy
Email ****@illinoispolicy.org
Apple Rating 5/5Twitter 42.9KInstagram 50.6K Avg Length 33 min Get Email Contact

32. The CloutCast

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The CloutCast is a Chicago-based podcast from The Daily Line about politics and policy in Chicago, Cook County and the state of Illinois. Each episode, the Daily Line's reporters delve into a host of topics ranging from budgets and redistricting to criminal justice and housing. Guests include policymakers, elected officials, lobbyists, organizers and reporters, who will share their insights and analysis. New episodes are released every two weeks.MORE Producer/Network The Daily Line
Email ****@thedailyline.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 22.1KTwitter 11.3KInstagram 11.8K Avg Length 39 min Get Email Contact

33. Long Story Short

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Each week reporters Kelsey Watznauer and D. Jack Alkire join Tim Cain to discuss the top stories in Central Illinois. Sometimes we'll feature guests from the newsroom and community to share the news where Your Story Lives.MORE Email ****@lee.net
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34. Maryland Testudos & Touchdowns

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It took Tre Watson just one season to leave an impression on Maryland football. For three years, Ike Ogwuegbu lived the dream of the local boy playing for the big-time college in his backyard. Together, the former linebacker and running back bring you an unparalleled look inside the Maryland Terrapins on the 'Testudos & Touchdowns' podcast. A first-team all-Big Ten player and the conference's leader in tackles in 2018, Watson made his impact in his lone season with the Terrapins after four years at Illinois.MORE Producer/Network Beyond The Big 10
Email ****@BeyondtheBig10.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 1.1KTwitter 1.8KInstagram 5.8K Avg Length 30 min Get Email Contact

35. The Week In Review Podcast

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A look at each week in Central Illinois and across the world from Peoria's breaking news station, 1470 and 100.3 WMBD!
Producer/Network MWC
Email ****@mwcradio.com
Facebook 14.2KTwitter 4.7KInstagram 1.1K Avg Length 39 min Get Email Contact

36. Doc On Demand

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Join Doc Holliday from 100.9 The Eagle for weekly stories and conversations about unique topics from Missouri and Illinois that he and the audience provides.
Producer/Network 100.9 The Eagle
Email ****@townsquaredigital.com
Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 12.8KTwitter 2KInstagram 1.1K Avg Length 12 min Get Email Contact

37. IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular

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IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular is the only syndicated Illinois-wide sports talk show focused on Fighting Illini sports and Illinois sports.Listen to IlliniGuys Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy, and Mike Cagley as they talk all things Illini and interview the best guests.MORE Producer/Network IlliniGuys, Bleav
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 52 min Get Email Contact

38. Illinois Agriculture Market Reports

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Weekly reports of livestock, grain, and commodity prices from the Illinois Department of Agriculture.
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39. News at 6

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News at 6, presented by WNUR News: Northwestern's premiere destination for high-quality, student-produced audio news stories. Broadcasted live by our award-winning staff at 6 p.m. CST on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on WNUR 89.3 FM/HD1, Evanston/Chicago.MORE Producer/Network WNUR News
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40. The State of IL Sports Podcast

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A podcast about all things Illinois Pro and College Sports.
Producer/Network The State of IL Sports
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41. Resist Extremism

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Social Media Influencer, Political Investigative Journalist, and survivor of terrorism, Bonnie Kurowski covers topics about Extremism. What is it? How is it different from Domestic Terrorism? What can our government do to combat this rising problem in America? What are the playbooks and tactics, agenda's, dark money, and who are the current groups and politicians plus more!MORE Producer/Network Bonnie Kurowski
Email ****@theillinoisreporter.com
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