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The festival began in 1999 as a celebration of films that hadn't received the recognition they deserved during their original runs. Today, Ebertfest continues to give these films and their filmmakers a well-deserved second look. Join us in celebrating the 25th year of Ebertfest with Chaz Ebert as she shares a bit about this year's films and guests.

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Our Miracle Years S2

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Atomic Age Cocktail Party
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Floral Arrangement (1095)

Good music is in bloom this week on The Atomic Age Cocktail Party. It’s a program we’re calling “Floral Arrangement”—songs from the hi-fi era…
Clef Notes

Klaus Mäkelä: Is He the Right Person to Lead the CSO?

One of the biggest stories in classical music this month was the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s announcement that 28-year-old Finnish conductor Klaus Mäkelä…
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Not Totally Eclipsed

We’re headed for another milestone! 

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The 217 Today Podcast
Assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilization help people affected by infertility. In 2021 alone, the U.S. government says 2% of babies born in the U.S. were conceived through such technology.

217 Today: Lawmakers in some states say they want to protect IVF services. But how can they do that effectively?

In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about how lawmakers in some states want to protect IVF services. 

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Prairie Fire

Previewing the 25th Anniversary of Ebertfest with Chaz Ebert

Join us in celebrating the 25th year of Ebertfest with Chaz as she shares a bit about this year's films and guests.
Mid-American Gardener

The days are getting longer!

It's time to prepare your bulbs! Plus, get ready for a noisy summer!
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Impacts of the climate crisis on communities of color

In 2023, the climate crisis became chaotic in Illinois. In our third annual State of Change report, we examine how higher temperatures are taking a toll on people, in…