AM Springfield Interviews
AM Springfield Interviews
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/970 AM WMAY weekday mornings 6am - 9am.Social links:
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State Sen. Doris Turner
The Springfield Democrat visits with Sam at S & K Buick GMC in her monthly chat about local issues, particularly a newly announced grant to battle homelessness in the area.
11:20
11-22-25 Tim McAnarney
Sam on Saturday
38:23
Jamie Toole & Melissa Gaynor, Golden Rule Entertainment
The operators of the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes discuss a big week that included transfer of Robin Roberts Stadium, the addition of their Prospect League team in Decatur, and the inaugural season in 2026 of the Women's Pro Baseball League in Springfield.
07:54
State Sen. Doris Turner
The senator visits S & K Buick GMC for her monthly check-in with Sam.
13:38
Central Illinois Foodbank Director Pam Molitoris
In this month's update from the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln, CEO John Stremsterfer welcomes Pam to discuss the foodbank's holiday efforts.
11:21
Former Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell
In his first interview after his retirement in 2024 after the shooting death of Sonya Massey by former deputy Sean Grayson, Campbell discusses the aftermath and clarifies the processes of the investigation and the hiring of Grayson.
22:46
Chris Richmond, Moving Pillsbury Forward
One of the organizers of the demolition and renovation of the former Pillsbury Mills site provides an update during a visit to VFW Lafore Lock Post 755.
05:53
State Rep. Mike Coffey
The Springfield Republican makes his monthly visit with Sam as the show spends Veterans Day morning at VFW Lafore Lock Post 755.
12:40
Sam on Saturday 11-8-25
Randy Wells Pastor Anthony Stang, Central Baptist Church
44:04
Sangamon County Sheriff Paula Crouch
Sheriff Crouch visits WC Media to update some department notes and preview a job fair on Saturday, November 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Atrium of the Sangamon County Building.
10:28