Victim or Villain

Sabha
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Not every story has a clear villain.Real people come on to share the situations, drama, and experiences that shaped them and let the audience decide if they’re the victim or villain.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago ·  Video

    Former Senate President John Cullerton on Madigan, Blago, Obama & the Mayor's Race

    Send us Fan Mail Former Illinois Senate President John Cullerton is talking and nothing is off limits. Cullerton opens up about Michael Madigan, Rod Blagojevich, Barack Obama, Chicago’s mayoral politics, and what’s really happening in Springfield. From old political rivalries to the relationships behind the headlines, Cullerton gives his take on the people and power that have shaped Illinois politics. Subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next.

    Former Senate President John Cullerton on Madigan, Blago, Obama & the Mayor's Race

  2. Sep 27 ·  Video

    Jessica Biggs: Fired by CPS, Michael Sacks & CPS Board President Election Drama

    Send us Fan Mail Jessica Biggs, a former CPS principal gets into the real story behind being fired after giving students rides to school, her relationship with Michael Sacks, and why she’s now running for CPS Board President.  From what went down behind closed doors to the calls, politics, and power players shaping Chicago’s schools Jessica is telling her side of the story 👀 Disclaimer: Hilario Dominguez and Victor Henderson were also invited to the show. Hilario has not yet responded to our two interview invitations, though he has been in contact with the host separately regarding an unrelated matter. Victor was scheduled to join us, but due to a scheduling error on our end, we had to reschedule his appearance. We look forward to having both of them on the show and giving them the opportunity to share their perspectives. Disclaimer #2: The only edits we make are standard production edits, such as removing long pauses, “ums,” and other filler words. Sometimes these can add quite a bit of unnecessary length, so we trim them to improve the pacing and keep the overall viewing time reasonable.

    Jessica Biggs: Fired by CPS, Michael Sacks & CPS Board President Election Drama

  3. Sep 19 ·  Video

    Why Danielle Carter-Walters Left the Democrats & Why She Says Obama Would Be MAGA Today

    Send us Fan Mail Victim or Villain has officially FLIPPED RED… for the day. 🔴 Danielle Carter-Walters, founder of Chicago Flips Red, joins Victim or Villain for an unfiltered conversation about why she left the Democratic Party, why she says Barack Obama would be considered “MAGA” today, and the labels she says have followed her since becoming a Republican. We get into immigration, LGBTQ+ issues, Chicago politics, what changed her politically, and what she says people get completely wrong about her. Is Danielle Carter-Walters misunderstood or is the controversy warranted? You decide: Victim or Villain? #VictimOrVillain #DanielleCarterWalters #ChicagoPolitics #ChicagoFlipsRed #BarackObama

    Why Danielle Carter-Walters Left the Democrats & Why She Says Obama Would Be MAGA Today

  4. Aug 25 ·  Video

    MAYORAL CANDIDATE JOHN KELLY SENT POLITICAL WHIZ FRANK CALABRESE A CEASE & DESIST

    Send us Fan Mail Mayoral candidate John Kelly sent Frank Calabrese a cease & desist  and Frank came on Victim or Villain to talk about it. But the conversation didn’t stop there. We get into the current state of Chicago politics, the chaos surrounding the school budget, who’s responsible for the mess, and what all of it could mean for the city heading into the next mayoral election. John Kelly Photo Credit: Pat Nabong/Sun-Times #VictimOrVillain #Chicago #ChicagoPolitics #JohnKelly #FrankCalabrese #CPS #ChicagoMayor #Podcast

    MAYORAL CANDIDATE JOHN KELLY SENT POLITICAL WHIZ FRANK CALABRESE A CEASE & DESIST

  5. Aug 18 ·  Video

    RICH GUIDICE: THE MAYOR’S RACE, HIS YEARS INSIDE CITY HALL & WHO HE THINKS CHICAGO NEEDS NEXT.

    Send us Fan Mail Former Mayor’s Chief of Staff and City Hall Legend, Rich Guidice gets candid about his decades inside Chicago government, the challenges of the administration, the Mayor’s race, and what he believes Chicago needs from its next Mayor. And just when you thought his City Hall days were behind him… could the right opportunity bring Rich Guidice out of retirement?  Tune in.

    RICH GUIDICE: THE MAYOR’S RACE, HIS YEARS INSIDE CITY HALL & WHO HE THINKS CHICAGO NEEDS NEXT.

  6. Aug 12 ·  Video

    The Little Palestine Logo Scandal: Laila vs. Rush Darwish

    Send us Fan Mail Things get MESSY in Little Palestine. 👀 My cease and desist twin, Laila, sits down to tell her side of the controversy surrounding the Little Palestine logo contest and her allegations that Rush Darwish used her design without proper credit or permission. From the original concept to what happened behind the scenes, Laila brings her story, her receipts, and her perspective on how a community project turned into a full-blown scandal.

    The Little Palestine Logo Scandal: Laila vs. Rush Darwish

  7. Aug 9 ·  Video

    “Clowns & Incompetent Groupies,” Migrants & Sexuality: Alderman William Hall Unfiltered

    Send us Fan Mail Alderman William Hall is NOT holding back. 👀 In this episode of Victim or Villain, we get into the migrant crisis, the 6th Ward, and Hall’s no-holds-barred criticism of the “incompetent groupies” and “clowns” he says are surrounding the mayor. We also get personal. Hall opens up about his sexual orientation, and navigating politics in Chicago. Nothing is off limits. Make sure to Subscribe! *NOTICE:* This video and its footage may not be copied, edited, reproduced, or used in political campaign advertisements or other political advertising without my prior written permission. All rights reserved. #WilliamHall #AldermanWilliamHall #VictimOrVillain #ChicagoPolitics #ChicagoCityHall #BrandonJohnson #MayorBrandonJohnson #6thWard #Chicago #MigrantCrisis #CityHallDrama #ChicagoNews #ChicagoPodcast #PoliticsUnfiltered #ChicagoPoliticians

    “Clowns & Incompetent Groupies,” Migrants & Sexuality: Alderman William Hall Unfiltered

  8. Jul 30 ·  Video

    O'Block to City Hall? Munna Ikee Talks Politics, Music and Relationships

    Send us Fan Mail From O'Block to City Hall? Munna Ikee joins Victim or Villain for one of his most candid conversations yet. We dive into his journey growing up in O'Block, his music career, why he's considering a run for alderman, and what he believes needs to change in Chicago. The conversation doesn't stop there. we also get into modern relationships, gender roles, dating, ambition, and the realities of balancing success with personal life. In this episode, we discuss: Growing up in O’BlockHis music career and what's nextWhy he's considering running for aldermanChicago politics and community leadershipModern dating and gender rolesBuilding a career and creating opportunitiesThe mindset it takes to succeed Follow Victim or Villain: 📸 Instagram: @victimorvillainpodcast #MunnaIkee #OBlock #Chicago #ChicagoPolitics #Alderman #Podcast #VictimOrVillain #HipHop #Relationships #GenderRoles #Dating #ChicagoMusic #Interview

    O'Block to City Hall? Munna Ikee Talks Politics, Music and Relationships

  9. Jul 19 ·  Video

    Ald. Jeanette Taylor Speaks on Why the Mayor's Ratings Are So Low, CHA & the Chicago Mayor’s Race 👀

    Send us Fan Mail One of Chicago's most outspoken and influential political voices joins Victim or Villain. Alderwoman Jeanette Taylor opens up about why she believes so many Chicagoans have turned on Mayor Brandon Johnson, the political headwinds facing his administration, and whether she plans to seek reelection. We also dive into the growing divide between two of the mayor's biggest labor allies—the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and SEIU—and what that fallout could mean for City Hall, organized labor, and the future of Chicago politics. The tension between the unions emerged over contract negotiations and has raised questions about the coalition that helped elect the mayor. Jeanette also shares a deeply personal update on her health, reflects on the pressures of public office, and discusses what's next for her political future. In this episode: Why she believes Chicago turned on Mayor Brandon JohnsonThe CTU vs. SEIU fallout and what it means for the mayor's coalitionThe future of Chicago's mayoral raceHer health journey and personal challengesWhether she'll run for reelectionHer biggest frustrations with City Hall💬 What do you think? Has Chicago turned on its mayor? Let us know in the comments. 👍 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more unfiltered conversations on Victim or Villain. #JeanetteTaylor #ChicagoPolitics #BrandonJohnson #CTU #SEIU #Chicago #VictimOrVillain #Podcast #CityHall #Interview

    Ald. Jeanette Taylor Speaks on Why the Mayor's Ratings Are So Low, CHA & the Chicago Mayor’s Race 👀

  10. Jun 23 ·  Video

    The Bad Boy of Chicago Politics: Ceasefire Vote, "White Nationalist" Claims & his $1 Million Lawsuit

    Send us Fan Mail Love him or hate him, you've probably heard his name. This week, we're sitting down with Chicago Alderman Jim Gardiner, the "bad boy" of City Hall who's making headlines for a $1 million lawsuit against the City of Chicago, his support to the City Council's Israel-Gaza ceasefire resolution, and the accusations that have followed him throughout his political career. From being labeled everything from a "White Nationalist," to a “racist" by his critics, Gardiner isn't holding back. We get into the lawsuit, the ceasefire vote that sparked chaos in city hall, the state of Chicago politics, and what it's really like to be one of the most polarizing political figures. No PR team. No talking points. Gardiner calls everyone out. 🔥 In this episode: - Jim Gardiner's childhood - Why he's suing the City of Chicago for $1 million - The Israel-Gaza ceasefire vote - The accusations and criticism he's faced - Political enemies, City Hall drama, and media headlines Agree with him or not, this is a side of the story you haven't heard. 🎧 Listen now and tell us: Is Jim Gardiner misunderstood or exactly who his critics say he is? 👀 #ChicagoPolitics #JimGardiner #Chicago #CityHall #Podcast #Politics #Israel #Palestine #Ceasefire #Lawsuit #ChicagoNews #Interview

    The Bad Boy of Chicago Politics: Ceasefire Vote, "White Nationalist" Claims & his $1 Million Lawsuit

  11. Jun 7 ·  Video

    Chicago's Teen Takeover Organizers Speak Out!

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Victim or Villain, we're sitting down with some of the teens behind Chicago's controversial teen takeovers; the events that sparked headlines, political outrage, police crackdowns, and endless social media debates. Why do they do it? Is it really about chaos, or is there something deeper going on? From grief, trauma, and losing a parent, to going viral, gaining hundreds of thousands of followers, dodging arrests, and navigating life in a city that many young people feel has forgotten them, nothing is off limits. We talk about: • The real reason teen takeovers happen • Violence, shootings, and who should be held accountable • Why some organizers say there’s “nothing else to do” • The parent fines and curfew laws making headlines • What police, politicians, and community leaders keep getting wrong • The opportunities that actually stopped takeovers • And the one thing they say could change everything This conversation challenged a lot of my assumptions and it might challenge yours too. So tell me: are they victims, villains, or something in between? 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself.

    Chicago's Teen Takeover Organizers Speak Out!

  12. May 31 ·  Video

    Author Lashawnda Woodard: Lil Durk’s Mom Breaks Her Silence on Durk’s Arrest, Losing D-Thang, Assault & an Alleged Illinois State Senator Kickback Request for a Women’s Shelter

    Send us Fan Mail Lil Durk’s mom, Lashawnda Woodard, is telling her story like never before. In this emotional and unfiltered conversation, the author of 7220 opens up about the devastating loss of her son D-Thang, what life has been like since Lil Durk’s arrest, and the trauma she carried for years after being sexually assaulted by someone she trusted. Lashawnda takes us back to her childhood in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood, the depression she hid from everyone, becoming pregnant at 17, and the painful moments that shaped the woman she is today. She also shares the heartbreaking phone call that changed her life forever, why she decided to finally tell her story, and how faith helped her survive some of her darkest moments. But this episode isn’t just about loss. Lashawnda gets candid about marriage, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and her mission to build a women’s shelter for survivors—while revealing allegations that an Illinois state senator requested a kickback tied to support for the project. From grief and healing to public scrutiny and resilience, this is a conversation about what happens when life keeps testing you and why refusing to quit can be the most powerful response of all. In this episode: • Lil Durk’s arrest and how the family is coping • The loss of D-Thang and the phone call she'll never forget • Growing up in Englewood, Chicago • Hidden depression and teenage struggles • Surviving sexual assault and breaking years of silence • Becoming a mother at 17 • Building a healthy marriage and successful businesses • Her vision for a women’s shelter • Allegations involving an Illinois state senator and a kickback request • Advice for young women navigating trauma, relationships, and motherhood #VictimOrVillain #LashawndaWoodard #LilDurk #OTFDThang #Chicago #Podcast #Interview #TraumaHealing #Motherhood #WomenEmpowerment #OTF #7220

    Author Lashawnda Woodard: Lil Durk’s Mom Breaks Her Silence on Durk’s Arrest, Losing D-Thang, Assault & an Alleged Illinois State Senator Kickback Request for a Women’s Shelter
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Not every story has a clear villain.Real people come on to share the situations, drama, and experiences that shaped them and let the audience decide if they’re the victim or villain.

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  • Creator
    Sabha
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Victim or Villain
  • Show Website
    Victim or Villain

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