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Politically Speaking
Missouri's political news makers talk candidly with St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum, Rachel Lippmann, and Sarah Kellogg.
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Politically SpeakingMissouri legislators brace for busy second half of the 2026 legislative session
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum talks with Sen. Tracy McCreery and Rep. George Hruza…
Politically SpeakingCongressman Eric Burlison wants the federal filibuster to look like the Missouri filibuster
On a special edition of Politically Speaking, Congressman Eric Burlison talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about why he wants the federal filibuster to…
Politically SpeakingTrump dropped anti-interventionist stand on Iran – and Missouri senators followed
On the latest episode of "The Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis in the Air," Washington University's Carly Wayne talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about…
Politically SpeakingRaja Krishnamoorthi
Illinois U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, who holds a massive fundraising advantage, is among three leading Democrats in the primary to replace retiring U.S…
Politically SpeakingMissouri Republicans don't like Bill Eigel's fundraising tactics. He says they're stifling a national trend.
As he tries to become the next St. Charles County executive, former state Sen. Bill Eigel is defending his fundraising strategies that inspired Republican…
Politically SpeakingRick Heidner
The Chicago-area real estate developer, video gambling mogul and fuel company owner entered the GOP primary in Illinois governor's race late last fall. On this…
Politically SpeakingJames Mendrick
The Chicago-area sheriff believes his lengthy law enforcement career positions him best to address public safety and criminal justice issues in the Republican…
Politically SpeakingBob Onder (2026)
U.S. Rep. Bob Onder said it’s possible that lawmakers may not come up with an agreement to keep the federal government fully open past Friday. While lawmakers…
Politically SpeakingDarren Bailey (2026)
Should Illinois Republicans renominate Darren Bailey as their gubernatorial candidate or should they choose a political newcomer to take on Gov. JB Pritzker in…
Politically SpeakingSt. Louis' comptroller expounds upon city's financial future
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum talks with Attorney General Catherine Hanaway on why…
Politically SpeakingJuliana Stratton
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum and Will Bauer about her bid for the U.S…
Politically SpeakingJeff Wilson
Republicans in Illinois' 13th Congressional District, which includes much of the Metro East, will need to decide if Wilson is the better candidate to run for…
Politically SpeakingBret Narayan (2026)
Alderman Bret Narayan of the 4th Ward discusses short-term rentals, liquor licenses and the sheriff's office.
Politically SpeakingRobin Kelly
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum and Will Bauer talk with U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly – one of the three major candidates…
Politically SpeakingTed Dabrowski
Ted Dabrowski trails in the latest Illinois Republican governor primary polls, but he argues sending former GOP nominee Darren Bailey into a rematch would be a…
Politically SpeakingRay Reed (2026)
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, Missouri state Rep. Ray Reed talks about why his bill to require federal agents to identify themselves and not…
Politically SpeakingAlex Riley
position from “day one.” Riley is expected to ascend to the House Speaker post in 2027, especially since the GOP is widely expected to have a continued…
Politically SpeakingWill Missouri love Mike Kehoe's income tax phase out plan?
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum talks with Missouri Sen. Ben Brown about why the state…
Politically SpeakingShane Cohn (2026)
St. Louis' 3rd Ward alderman joins host Rachel Lippmann to talk lessons learned, incentives and municipal consolidation.
Politically SpeakingDylan Blaha
Blaha will need to overcome a massive fundraising disadvantage to beat U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski for Illinois' 13th Congressional District, the seat that…
Politically SpeakingNikki Budzinski (2026)
Illinois Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski, D-Springfield, is facing something she didn’t have in her first reelection bid two years ago: a primary challenger…
Politically SpeakingMissouri's DSS director has a plan to pay child abuse investigators more
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum and Sarah Kellogg preview the 2026 Missouri General…
Politically SpeakingMaggie Nurrenbern (2025)
Sen. Maggie Nurrenbern returns to Politically Speaking to discuss the upcoming 2026 legislative session. Nurrenbern speaks to St. Louis Public Radio's Sarah…
Politically SpeakingDavid Wasinger (2025)
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, Missouri Lt. Gov. David Wasinger talked about his desire to see the Senate’s rules change, which provoked a…
Politically SpeakingWhew ... 2025 was a lot in Missouri, Illinois and St. Louis politics
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Politics Team counts down the top stories of 2025 in Missouri, Illinois…
Politically SpeakingMatt Devoti
Fifth Ward Alderman Matt Devoti says cumbersome contracting processes have been the biggest impediment to pushing relief to survivors of the May 16 tornado.
Politically SpeakingLincoln Hough (2025)
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Sen. Lincoln Hough candidly discusses his 'topsy turvy' experience over the last 12 months. The…
Politically SpeakingHow the U.S. Supreme Court could provoke yet another Missouri redistricting battle
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum deconstructs an avalanche of Missouri redistricting…
Politically SpeakingJami Cox Antwi
Jami Cox Antwi won a special election in July to replace Mayor Cara Spencer as the alderwoman of the 8th Ward
Politically SpeakingMichael Browning
The alderman from St. Louis's 9th Ward sat down with Rachel Lippmann to discuss development, restructuring city government and reducing the cost to run for…
Politically SpeakingWhat Missourians should know about the Dec. 1 arrival of sports betting
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Sarah Kellogg and Jason Rosenbaum break down the Dec. 1 arrival of…
Politically SpeakingJaclyn Zimmermann
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Rep. Jaclyn Zimmermann talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about her first year in office; her thoughts on…
Politically SpeakingMissouri may be GOP-dominated. But some 2026 races could foretell Blue Wave
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum talks with St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer about how the…
Politically SpeakingCara Spencer (Nov. 2025)
STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum talks with St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer about the recovery efforts around the May 16 tornado. This is an extended interview from…
Politically SpeakingEric Schmitt (Nov. 2025)
During a trip to Washington, D.C., St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum spoke with Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt about the federal government shutdown, the…
Politically SpeakingThe Spookiest Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air Ever
It's Halloween, which happens to be St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum's favorite holiday. So on a spine-tingling episode of the Politically Speaking…
Politically SpeakingRasheen Aldridge (2025)
The alderman of St. Louis' 14th Ward discusses tornado recovery, Paul McKee and his future political plans
Politically SpeakingDemocrats and Republicans agree: FEMA needs to change
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum talks with Congressman Sam Graves about his legislation…
Politically SpeakingShameem Clark Hubbard (2025)
Alderwoman Shameem Clark Hubbard of the 10th Ward talks tornado recovery, zoning, civilian oversight and north side business grants.
Politically SpeakingPam Boyd (2025)
Alderwoman Pam Boyd of the 13th Ward discusses the May 16 tornado, ward reduction and addressing nuisance properties.
Politically SpeakingFred Wellman
On a special edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, Democrat Fred Wellman talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about his bid to unseat Congresswoman Ann…
Politically SpeakingCori Bush (2025)
In her first St. Louis media interview since announcing she would be running against for Congress, former Congresswoman Cori Bush talks with STLPR's Jason…
Politically SpeakingSt. Louis' autistic community to Trump: We're not a 'horrible, horrible crisis.'
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, we'll hear from autistic St. Louis residents and families autistic parents…
Politically SpeakingA Missouri special session without precedent
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum breaks down how the special session on redistricting…
Politically SpeakingDemocracy on the brink in Missouri?
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum reports from Jefferson City on what could be a pivotal…
Politically SpeakingNikki Budzinski (2025)
Illinois Democratic Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski is criticizing a plan by President Donald Trump to send National Guard troops to Chicago to fight crime. On…
Politically SpeakingBob Onder (2025)
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, Congressman Bob Onder talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum about why he supports Gov. Mike Kehoe calling the…
Politically SpeakingAI is changing our lives. And some want to put guardrails on it.
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum takes a deep dive into whether federal, state and local…
Politically SpeakingMark Alford (2025)
On an extended segment for the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, Congressman Mark Alford discussed Corporation for Public Broadcast defunding…
Politically SpeakingChristopher Belt
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, Illinois state Sen. Chris Belt talks with STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum and Will Bauer about the state budget, Donald…
Politically SpeakingMissouri GOP could face ballot box blowback for going after voter-approved initiatives
On this week's episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum takes a closer look at why Missouri Republicans keep…
Politically Speaking"No permanent friends, no permanent enemies – just permanent interests."
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum talks with MoHealthNet director Todd Richardson about…
Politically SpeakingTodd Richardson on the future of Missouri Medicaid
Todd Richardson is hardly a stranger to high-stakes challenges. He became Speaker of the Missouri House abruptly in 2015 after his predecessor resigned amid a…
Politically SpeakingHow the One Big Beautiful Bill could impact Missouri's Medicaid program
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Sarah Fentem joins host Jason Rosenbaum to talk about the potential…
Politically SpeakingAshley Aune (2025)
Missouri House Minority Leader Ashley Aune talks with St. Louis Public Radio's Sarah Kellogg and Jason Rosenbaum about the recent special session. Aune, whose…
Politically SpeakingDoug Beck (2025)
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, Senate Minority Leader Doug Beck talks about the recent special session and expectations for when lawmakers…
Politically SpeakingAttorney General Andrew Bailey on representing the STL Police Department
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is undergoing a major transition after lawmakers and Gov. Mike Kehoe reinstated a gubernatorial board that…
Politically SpeakingMarty Joe Murray
On the latest episode of Politically Speaking, state Rep. Marty Joe Murray talks with STLPR’s Jason Rosenbaum about his first year in the Missouri General…
Politically Speaking4TheVille Emergency Hub leaders plan to keep assisting tornado victims
It didn’t take long for Dara Eskridge and Aaron Williams to spring into action after a deadly tornado ripped through parts of north St. Louis. Eskridge and…
Politically SpeakingWhy Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt backs Trump's mass deportation policies
On the latest episode of the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air, STLPR's Jason Rosenbaum talks to U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt about protests over…