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LISTEN NOW: Witnessing Hurricane Katrina and how it changed America

 The latest Weather Realness recounts Hurricane Katrina’s aftermath. The disaster ranks among America’s worst and caused over $108 billion in damage.
IPM Newsroom
New season of PBS Series Unforgotten from MASTERPIECE
Atomic Age Cocktail Party
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Swinging Spectacular (142)
This time around, it's a special two-hour program recorded LIVE from the Starlight Studios featuring lots of great music, an in-depth look at what goes on…
Clef Notes

“The Waltz King” Turns 200
October 25 marks the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss Jr. Known as “The Waltz King,” Strauss is most remembered for his light dance music. His output of over 500…
Prairie Performances
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Prairie Performances: Rising Classical Artists
On this week’s episode of Prairie Performances, we celebrate the music of rising classical artists
The 21st Show
The 21st show's Brian Mackey speaks one-on-one to University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen.

University of Illinois President Tim Killeen on international students, academic freedom, and federal challenges
University of Illinois System President Tim Killeen discusses working with the federal government including threats to revoke the visas of internation students and losing…
The 217 Today Podcast

217 Today: WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Sep. 18 – Sep. 21
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
The 21st Show

Tuskola will play near Tuscola at Pygmalion Music Festival 2025
The Pygmalion Festival is back in Urbana. We spoke with artist Ryan Brewer, AKA Tuskola, about his origins in Tuscola, Illinois. The 21st Show is Illinois' statewide…
Prairie Fire

Lexington Social
Haute cuisine in a tiny Illinois town? Yes, it exists. We take a trip through the cornfields for the story of how Chef Jon Fritzen went from free spirited musician and house…
Mid-American Gardener

The Amazing (and Creepy) Habits and Lifecycle of Common Garden Insects
 In this episode, host Tinisha Spain sits down in the studio with horticulturist Chuck Voigt and entomologist Phil Nixon for a deep dive into the insects that are…
State of Change

State of Change Examines Invasive Species
This year’s State of Change — Illinois Public Media’s annual environmental special hosted by Tinisha Spain — will focus on aquatic creatures,…