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 now on 97.7 FM and 970 AM WMAY weekday mornings 6am - 9am.
Latest episodes
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1 h 04
Sam on Saturday 10-24-26
From Wilson HaberdasherySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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14 min
State Sen. Doris Turner
The Springfield Democrat makes her final visit to the show before the November 3 election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 h 00
Sam on Saturday 10-17-26
Guest - Tim McAnarneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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11 min
State Rep. Mike Coffey
The Springfield Republican makes his regular visit to the show in a stop at Dana-THomas House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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16 min
13th District Congressional Candidate Jeff Wilson
The Republican candidate visits with Sam about the campaign and the issues before voters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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13 min
Jim Ruppert, Springfield Sports Hall of Fame
The Rup stops by Petersburg Power Washing to announce the 2027 class of the Springfield Sports Hall of Fame, to be inducted on February 15, 2027.See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…
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13 min
Ward 7 Ald. Brad Carlson
The alderman discusses city topics during the show's visit to WC Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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19 min
Sangamon County Recorder & Senate Candidate Frank Lesko
The Republican challenger discusses the campaign with Sam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 h 03
Sam on Saturday 9-26-26
Guests -- Tom Schafer, Terry Young, and Rusty KunzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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7 min
Greg Cooper, Route 66 Mother Road Festival
"Coop" joins the show to preview the big annual event taking place this weekend in Springfield. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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14 min
Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln CEO John Stremsterfer
John announces a special Building What's Next Grant Program aligned with priority areas of arts and culture, civic health, education, farm to table and homelessness.See omnystudio.…
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1 h 04
Sam on Saturday 9-19-26
From Harvest Market to benefit Walk to End AlzheimersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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19 min
State Sen. Doris Turner
The 48th District lawmaker stops by for her monthly visit to the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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21 min
Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher
The mayor makes her monthly visit to the show as she recaps the launch of the BEACON program and the downtown water main break. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1 h 04
Sam on Saturday 9-12-26
From KC Council 364 Fall FestivalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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17 min
George Perkins & Rich Harkins, Lutheran High School
The chairman of the school's board of directors and the dean of students discuss plans for a new LuHi building and campus and a $6 million gift to kickstart the capital campaign fr…
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16 min
Ward 1 Ald. Jeff Cox
The alderman discusses projects in his ward and city during a visit to the Team Calhoun's Studio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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15 min
United Way of Central Illinois President & CEO Marne Fauser
Marne previews the upcoming campaign and kickoff event and discusses the organization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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9 min
Sangamon County Board Chairman Andy Van Meter
The chairman discusses the proposed 3-percent hotel-motel tax dedicated to expansion of the Bank of Springfield Center that the county board will consider on Tuesday. See omnystudi…
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15 min
Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance CEO Ryan McCrady
The SSGA head discusses details and misconceptions about a proposed data center in southern Sangamon County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.