J.B. Pritzker
Mentioned in 37 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Illinois Governor and billionaire member of the Pritzker family (Hyatt Hotels founders) who has been a prominent voice of Democratic resistance to Trump administration policies, including leading state-level opposition to ICE enforcement and federal election interference tactics. Podcasts frequently discuss his controversial invoicing of the Trump administration for tariff damages to Illinois residents and his public criticism of Trump-aligned policies and officials. He has been mentioned in connection with Epstein-related documents and is being discussed as a potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidate.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 15, 2026
The Chris Cross Hand-Off: I Did Not Scratch Her CD
“Signed House Bill 106 into law, decriminalizing knowingly spreading HIV in Illinois”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 15, 2026
Hour 4 of NMN, Islam in TN Schools + The Hand-Off
“Signed House Bill 106 into law decriminalizing knowingly spreading HIV in Illinois”
Morning Joe · Apr 8, 2026
David Ignatius: Sigh of relief as U.S. and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire
“Expected to attend National Action Network Convention as potential 2028 presidential candidate.”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 3, 2026
Hour 3 of MNM - More Iran, Plane Down? + Gavin Newsom (fraud)
“Mentioned as potential Democratic 2028 candidate alongside other governors”
CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast · Apr 2, 2026
Kevin Warren Updates Chicago Bears Stadium, Compensatory Picks
“Illinois leadership working on pilot legislation and infrastructure for Arlington Heights site”
CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast · Apr 1, 2026
STADIUM UPDATE: George McCaskey & Kevin Warren Share Latest on next Bears Stadium | CHGO Bears
“Illinois leadership working on pilot legislation and infrastructure for Arlington Heights site”
America First with Nicholas J. Fuentes Repost · Apr 1, 2026
IRAN WAR DAY 32: Trump To Announce SURRENDER IMMINENTLY??? | America First Ep. 1666
“Stated intention to hold Trump administration officials civilly liable when Democrats return to power”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 26, 2026
Paget Brewster on Hollywood’s Changes, Rude Culture & Adam’s DEI Rant
“Criticized for blaming Trump for ICE failures while running sanctuary city policies that enabled illegal immigrant crimes”
Pod Save America · Mar 22, 2026
Trump’s Wartime Messaging Disaster (feat. Jen Psaki)
“Endorsed Juliana Stratton in Senate primary; featured in her viral campaign ad”
Pod Save America · Mar 20, 2026
The Worst Way to Spend $200 Billion
“Endorsed Julianna Stratton in Senate race; launched Illinois Accountability Commission to document Trump administration harms”

The Daily · Mar 14, 2026
'The Interview': How Tragedy, Wealth and Trump Shaped JB Pritzker
“Illinois Governor and main interview subject discussing politics and policy”
Letters from an American · Mar 6, 2026
Trump Blusters But Faces Setbacks at Home
“Illinois Governor who released video criticizing Noem's legacy of corruption and chaos”

The Daily · Mar 6, 2026
The Firing of Kristi Noem
“Illinois Governor who criticized Noem's immigration tactics and celebrated her firing”
IHIP News · Feb 28, 2026
Why These Tech Billionaires Are Spying On Kids & What They Intend To Do Next
“Governor mentioned in reporting on Trump seeking executive power over elections”
All In with Chris Hayes · Feb 26, 2026
‘Most suspicious evidence yet’: Missing Epstein files include Trump accuser interviews
“Illinois Governor; discussed Trump's State of the Union, crime reduction, and federal immigration enforcement costs”
Democracy Now! Audio · Feb 23, 2026
Democracy Now! 2026-02-23 Monday
“Illinois Governor demanding tariff refunds for state residents following Supreme Court ruling”
Global News Podcast · Feb 22, 2026
First large protests in Iran since deadly crackdown
“Illinois Governor who sent Trump administration invoice for $9 billion in tariff refunds”
Letters from an American · Feb 21, 2026
February 20, 2026
“Illinois Governor who sent Trump invoice for $8.6 billion in tariff damages to Illinois families”
America At Night with McGraw Milhaven · Feb 21, 2026
Guest Host Dan Mandis with Gen. Richard Newton on Iran, Zach Schoenfeld on SCOTUS, and John Rich
“Illinois Governor supporting controversial political ad with profanity attacking Trump”
All In with Chris Hayes · Feb 21, 2026
‘Like a baby’: Schumer BLASTS Trump’s tantrum over tariff defeat
“Illinois Governor who sent invoice to White House requesting $1,700 tariff refund checks for state residents”
PBD Podcast · Feb 20, 2026
Supreme Court's Trump Tariff Ruling & Wexner's Epstein Depo w/ Rep. Randy Fine | PBD #743
“Illinois governor; tax policy and regulatory environment drove Bears relocation and business exodus”
REAL AF with Andy Frisella · Feb 20, 2026
1002. Andy & DJ CTI: Former Prince Andrew Arrested, Chicago Bears Leaving Chicago & World War 3
“Illinois Governor criticized and allegedly mentioned in Epstein documents”
Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast · Feb 17, 2026
Sex, Money, & Another One Bites the Dust 2-17-26
“Governor of Illinois and member of the prominent Pritzker family that founded Hyatt Hotels”
Today, Explained · Feb 14, 2026
The billionaire governor taking on Trump
“Illinois Governor discussing state's resistance to Trump immigration enforcement and Democratic Party strategy”
The MeidasTouch Podcast · Feb 12, 2026
Trump Runs Off Stage as Event Goes Sideways!
“Illinois governor invited to Trump's governors dinner despite Trump's negative characterization”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Feb 11, 2026
Trump’s Sparking Culture War Fights to Bury the Epstein Scandal
“Illinois governor who created playbook for state-level resistance to Trump's ICE enforcement”
Autocracy in America · Feb 6, 2026
Elections Distorted
“Illinois Governor warning about federal troops being used as election intimidation pretext”
Stay Tuned with Preet · Feb 5, 2026
Trump's Radical Reign (with Anne Applebaum)
“Illinois governor attempting to articulate opposition to Trump administration policies”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Jan 30, 2026
Trump Administration Still Avoiding Accountability for Minneapolis
“Illinois Governor discussed National Guard deployment at polling places as election suppression tactic”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 29, 2026
Ilhan Omar Gets Hit with Trump Insults & Vinegar While Nicki Minaj Turns Mega MAGA | Gov. Mikie Sherrill
“Illinois governor; potential 2028 Democratic candidate; known for Halloween costumes”
The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 23, 2026
Mike Murphy: We’re Living in a Nightmare
“Illinois Governor mentioned as potential Democratic presidential candidate pursuing anti-Trump positioning”
The Matt Walsh Show · Jan 20, 2026
Ep. 1720 - Woke TV Is Back With A Vengeance In This New Paramount Show
“Illinois Governor who signed Clean Slate Law automatically sealing criminal records for nonviolent offenses”
The New Yorker Radio Hour · Jan 16, 2026
With the Podcast “I’ve Had It,” Jennifer Welch Goes “Dark Woke” on Politics
“Illinois governor and billionaire discussed as potential 2028 Democratic candidate with credibility on Palestine”
DSR's Words Matter · Dec 23, 2025
In Search of Optimism About 2026
“Illinois governor receiving A-grade for standing up to Trump”
The New Yorker Radio Hour · Nov 7, 2025
What Resistance Means to Governor J. B. Pritzker
“Governor of Illinois discussing federal ICE operations, constitutional violations, and state-level resistance to Trump administration enforcement”
Strict Scrutiny · Nov 3, 2025
S7: The Legal Battles Over Trump’s War on Blue Cities
“Appealed to DHS leadership for pause in federal agent operations during Halloween weekend, citing disruption to families”
Lovett or Leave It · Oct 11, 2025
The Real Housewives of Antifa
“Led legal challenge against Trump administration's National Guard deployment to Illinois”