Episode Overview

Title: JB Pritzker Slams Trump in Savage Takedown
Podcast: IHIP News
Hosts: Jennifer Welch & Angie “Pumps” Sullivan
Date: November 4, 2025
Theme:
Jennifer and Angie deliver sharp, comedic commentary from a progressive lens on the shifting dynamics within American politics, the Democratic Party’s struggles, and education culture wars. This episode centers on outsized political personalities—rising progressive Zoran Mamdani, establishment figures like Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer, media narratives spun by figures like Jake Tapper, and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s unapologetic criticism of Trump and the GOP. As always, the tone is irreverent, direct, and unapologetic.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Democratic Party Schism and Zoran Mamdani’s Rise

• Jennifer lays out the tension between establishment “corporate Dems” and rising populist progressives within the party [00:34].
  • Quote: “The Democratic establishment, which is abysmal in polling, abysmal, you would think they would be all chips in on saying, you know what, this guy’s a little bit further to the left than we are…but he won a free and fair election and we are about that.” (Jennifer, 01:46)
• Zoran Mamdani, a Muslim progressive, is portrayed as a galvanizing figure, terrifying to the billionaire class and a refreshing change for NY voters.
• Jennifer notes increased attacks from billionaires have only made Mamdani more popular and explores the Democratic establishment’s reluctance to embrace his momentum.

2. Hakeem Jeffries’ Non-Answer and Missed Opportunity

• The hosts play and analyze a clip of Hakeem Jeffries side-stepping a question about Mamdani [02:39–03:12].
  • Quote: “Talk about word salad.” (Angie, 03:12)
• They criticize Jeffries for a lack of populist messaging and failure to energize voters, providing a sharp contrast to Zoran’s grassroots approach.

3. Islamophobia and Media Stereotypes

• Jennifer highlights Mamdani as both progressive and openly Muslim, challenging media-driven Islamophobic stereotypes [04:21].
  • Quote: “He is a bow in all of that, a bow and arrow in all of that. And it terrifies them.” (Jennifer, 05:07)
• Mamdani’s support for LGBTQ rights, seen at Pride events with both rainbow and trans flags, further undermines right-wing caricatures.

4. Education Wars and Media Narratives

• A Jake Tapper soundbite [06:22] leads into a critique of mainstream commentary on Gen Z and conservatism. The hosts argue media figures misrepresent what’s really happening in red-state education.
  • Quote: “In red states, they are forcing a Christian nationalist, whitewashed version of American history. In our home state of Oklahoma, Ten Commandments, Trump Bibles, forced patriotism, banned books…it is intellectually dishonest of Jake Tapper.” (Jennifer, 06:58)
• Angie and Jennifer point out that banning books, demonizing DEI, and using public funds to support exclusionary private schools are the real threats to open society, not supposed left-wing indoctrination.

5. Gen Z’s Political Leanings—Myth vs. Reality

• Host criticism of Tapper continues, countering the idea that Gen Z is trending rightward.
  • Quote: “Gen Z support in Magus completely collapsed…they are more progressive than the generation prior to them.” (Jennifer, 10:58)
• The hosts cite polls indicating a rise in progressive views among Gen Z and call out both conservative and media misinformation.

6. Zoran Mamdani’s Campaigning Prowess

• Jennifer shares stories of Mamdani’s tireless, unconventional campaigning, contrasting it with the staid style of establishment Dems [13:35–14:45].
  • Highlights include late-night bar crawls (with gay and Latino bars), tai chi with seniors, and presence at the NYC Marathon.
  • Quote: “This guy is brilliant. He is excellent at campaigning…The fact that at 1am he’s out doing a bar crawl and firing up New Yorkers to go vote for him is a master class.” (Jennifer, 13:45)
• Angie compares him to Barack Obama, suggesting he's the most charismatic Democratic figure since then [15:49–16:00].

7. Democratic Establishment Critique

• The hosts repeatedly slam establishment Democrats for failing to harness grassroots energy and being out of touch, listing party leaders they find “worthless” [16:20].
  • Quote: “The Democratic establishment that’s lost the last, you know, two elections…they need to take a back seat and learn some lessons.” (Angie, 15:49)

8. J.B. Pritzker’s “Savage” Trump Takedown (Title Segment)

• The episode climaxes with Governor Pritzker’s forceful denunciation of Republicans and Trump on education, book bans, and culture wars [17:44].
  • Quote: “Books are being banned. History is being erased. Republicans want to take billions away from public schools and pump it into private institutions. They want to punish teachers for telling the truth…And I’m sorry to be vulgar, but Donald Trump and his cronies can all—” (J.B. Pritzker, 17:44)
• The hosts cheer on Pritzker’s bluntness, presenting it as an example of the directness needed in political leadership.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [01:46] Jennifer: “26 billionaires have spent millions and millions…because they’re terrified of Zoran Mamdani. And the more they campaign against him, the more popular he gets.”
• [03:16] Angie: “Talk about word salad.”
• [05:07] Jennifer: “He is a bow in all of that, a bow and arrow in all of that. And it terrifies them.”
• [06:58] Jennifer: “In red states, they are forcing a Christian nationalist, whitewashed version of American history…”
• [10:58] Jennifer: “Gen Z support in Magus completely collapsed…they are more progressive than the generation prior to them.”
• [13:45] Jennifer: “This guy is brilliant. He is excellent at campaigning…the fact that at 1am he’s out doing a bar crawl and firing up New Yorkers to go vote for him is a master class.”
• [15:49] Angie: “We haven’t seen anybody with Zoran’s talent and ability since Barack Obama.”
• [16:20] Jennifer: “Here’s my new Worthless American list…”
• [17:44] J.B. Pritzker (clip): “Books are being banned. History is being erased…And I’m sorry to be vulgar, but Donald Trump and his cronies can all—”

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:34: Establishment Dems vs. Populists; Zoran Mamdani’s rise
• 02:39: Hakeem Jeffries’ “word salad” on Mamdani
• 04:21: Islamophobia, Mamdani’s identity, and LGBTQ support
• 06:22: Jake Tapper’s comments on Gen Z and conservatism
• 10:58: Debunking the myth of conservative Gen Z
• 13:35: Zoran Mamdani’s bar crawl, campaign style, and charisma
• 15:49: Comparison to Obama; Democratic establishment critique
• 17:44: J.B. Pritzker’s anti-Trump, pro-public schools speech (highlight)

Conclusion

This episode of IHIP News delivers fast-paced, impassioned commentary on major rifts in the Democratic Party, the cultural battleground of American education, and what true populist energy looks like in today’s politics. Jennifer and Angie blend caustic humor with earnest encouragement for progressives, celebrating emerging leaders like Zoran Mamdani, calling out establishment stonewalling, and relishing Governor Pritzker’s brazen call-out of GOP attacks on public education. If you’re seeking unfiltered progressive takes with wit and depth—and want to know why Mamdani and Pritzker are electrifying the left—this episode is essential listening.