11 episodes

Politics IS something you should talk about!  Join Franklin Ramirez, former elected Elgin Township Supervisor (Kane County, Illinois), and Rich Jacobs, Chief of Staff for the City of Aurora's Office of Aldermen, as they interview guests and discuss topics that surround politics. Whether you want to learn more about the inner-workings of campaigns, are thinking about what it takes to run for office, or already have a solid understanding but enjoy deep political discussions on the meaning of leadership, this is the podcast for you.

Frankly Speaking: Rich Conversations Around Politics Franklin Ramirez & Rich Jacobs

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Politics IS something you should talk about!  Join Franklin Ramirez, former elected Elgin Township Supervisor (Kane County, Illinois), and Rich Jacobs, Chief of Staff for the City of Aurora's Office of Aldermen, as they interview guests and discuss topics that surround politics. Whether you want to learn more about the inner-workings of campaigns, are thinking about what it takes to run for office, or already have a solid understanding but enjoy deep political discussions on the meaning of leadership, this is the podcast for you.

    Gov. 101 - Library Board Trustees

    Gov. 101 - Library Board Trustees

    In 2019, Franklin Ramirez and Rich Jacobs started this podcast to help educate listener on how they can become more involved in the political process and breakdown some of its intricacies.  This podcast does not delve into issues.  We hope you enjoy.   
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    • 42 min
    Gov. 101 - Circuit Court Judges

    Gov. 101 - Circuit Court Judges

    In 2019, Franklin Ramirez and Rich Jacobs started this podcast to help educate listener on how they can become more involved in the political process and breakdown some of its intricacies.  This podcast does not delve into issues.  We hope you enjoy.   
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    • 40 min
    Getting to Know the State's Attorney's Office

    Getting to Know the State's Attorney's Office

    In 2019, Franklin Ramirez and Rich Jacobs started this podcast to help educate listener on how they can become more involved in the political process and breakdown some of its intricacies.  This podcast does not delve into issues.  We hope you enjoy.   
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    • 42 min
    Representational Democracy

    Representational Democracy

    In 2019, Franklin Ramirez and Rich Jacobs started this podcast to help educate listener on how they can become more involved in the political process and breakdown some of its intricacies.  This podcast does not delve into issues.  We hope you enjoy.   
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    • 40 min
    Do I Need A Lawyer?

    Do I Need A Lawyer?

    In 2019, Franklin Ramirez and Rich Jacobs started this podcast to help educate listener on how they can become more involved in the political process and breakdown some of its intricacies.  This podcast does not delve into issues.  We hope you enjoy.   
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    • 36 min
    Why We Love What We Do - Part 2

    Why We Love What We Do - Part 2

    In 2019, Franklin Ramirez and Rich Jacobs started this podcast to help educate listener on how they can become more involved in the political process and breakdown some of its intricacies.  This podcast does not delve into issues.  We hope you enjoy.   
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    • 29 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

JacquMary ,

Smart and fantastic podcast

Keeps me in the know. More people should do regional podcasts

johnkokoris ,

Great IL podcast

A well made podcast to add to your Illinois podcast rotation. Gives kind of an insider’s look at the way the process works.

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