Hosted by Illinois State Association of Counties · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 25 episodes
Established thought leaders with verified media credentials.
The Illinois State Association of Counties (ISACo) shares the latest state and local news impacting counties, interviews with state and local elected officials, insights from our legislative staff, discussions about the important role of county government in Illinois and more.
Illinois State Association of Counties hosts Counties Count!, a government show with 25 episodes published.
A new statewide poll, first reported by Capitol Fax, reveals overwhelming concern about housing affordability—and strong bipartisan support for legislative action. In this episode of the Counties Count! Podcast, we look
In this episode of ISACo's Counties Count! Podcast we break down the landmark appellate decision in Equity Solar Illinois v. County of Grundy, which clarifies the limited role of non-home-rule counties in siting commerci
As Illinois lawmakers return to Springfield for an election-year legislative session, one theme dominates the conversation: affordability. In this episode of Counties Count, we break down what House and Senate leaders fr
This episode of the Counties Count! Podcast explores the fascinating journey of Thanksgiving as a national holiday, spotlighting President Abraham Lincoln’s pivotal role and the cultural changes that have reshaped the ce
In this episode of Counties Count, host Joe McCoy breaks down Illinois’ complex property tax system and how it affects county governments across the state. From the behind-the-scenes administrative role counties play to
In this episode, we break down the major transit funding package approved during the fall veto session — one of the most consequential transportation actions in recent years. We explore what’s in the bill, why lawmakers
This episode of the Counties Count! Podcast explains how a Sangamon County Circuit Court ruling may clarify the relationship between county boards and Veterans Assistance Commissions. We’ll review the 2023 changes to the
In this episode of the Counties Count! Podcast, we break down the ongoing federal government shutdown and what it means for Illinois counties. From federal grants and reimbursements to essential services like health care
Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar, who passed away at 79, left behind a reputation for fiscal discipline, bipartisanship, and integrity. In this episode, we reflect on his journey from Charleston to the Statehouse, his
The U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has overwhelmingly approved the bipartisan FEMA Act of 2025, sending it to the full House for consideration. The legislation would elevate FEMA to cabinet-level
As Illinois kids head back to school, this episode of ISACo's Counties Count! Podcast looks at the important role counties have played in supporting education—past and present. From the days of one-room schoolhouses to t
This episode of ISACo's Counties Count! Podcast explores why civility isn’t just about being polite — it’s about building stronger, more effective local government. Drawing on lessons from the Great Lakes Civility Projec
In this episode, we unpack the urgent need for FEMA reform from a county government perspective. As natural disasters grow in frequency and intensity, counties are often on the front lines—managing response, coordinating
In this episode, we break down the sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” and explore what it means for county governments and the people they serve. From funding shifts to regulatory changes, tune in to learn how this la
In this episode of the Counties Count! Podcast we break down the latest developments in Illinois transit reform following the General Assembly’s spring session. Despite significant debate and a late push in the Senate, a
In this episode of ISACo's Counties Count! Podcast, Executive Director Joe McCoy breaks down the key takeaways from the adjournment of the 2025 spring legislative session. From the passage of the state budget and other l
This episode explores the federal budget reconciliation process and its far-reaching implications for state and local governments. Learn how this fast-track legislative tool is being used to propose major changes to taxe
This episode of the Counties Count! Podcast discusses free, accessible outdoor wellness opportunities for communities and schools across Illinois thanks to a continued partnership between National Fitness Campaign (NFC)
In this episode of Counties Count!, we dig into HB 3363—landmark legislation that could reshape how public defense works across Illinois. The podcast breaks down what the creation of a State Public Defender’s Office mean
This episode of ISACo's Counties Count! Podcast discusses the challenges holding up a transit bill, including governance, structural reforms, funding sources and a need for consensus to advance major legislation.
Detected from recent episode content. Sponsor presence is a real signal of listener purchasing power and show monetisation.
No public pitch examples yet for this show.
Generate your own personalised pitchBased on semantic analysis of episode topics and host coverage, this show is a strong guest fit for executives in:
Industry fit is computed by PitchCentric using vector embeddings of the show's episode catalog.
Shows with the most semantically similar episode content. Pitch one, pitch all; producers cluster.
To pitch Counties Count!, visit https://www.buzzsprout.com/2277734 for contact information, then craft a tight one-paragraph hook that ties your expertise to a gap in their recent government coverage.
Counties Count! is hosted by Illinois State Association of Counties. The show is categorised under government and has published 25 episodes.
Counties Count! has published 25 episodes.
Counties Count! regularly covers government. It sits in the government category.
Counties Count! is accessible for guests with genuine government expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.
Counties Count! hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.
Episodes of Counties Count! average 11 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.
Our data rates Counties Count!'s guest bar at 80/100 (Premium tier). Established thought leaders with verified media credentials. Sign in to PitchCentric to see how your own Pod Score compares against this show.
Methodology. Booking Probability™ blends Listen Score, 30-day Virality, open-to-guests detection, and Apple ratings. Data refreshed every 60 minutes. Listen Score and Booking Probability are calculated by PitchCentric. Last enriched 4 days ago.
