Afternoon at the Opera: Strauss’ Arabella
This week on Afternoon at the Opera, it's Strauss’ Arabellathe as performed by Vienna State Opera Chorus and Orchestra, this Saturday at Noon.
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The History of Pies, in Illinois and Beyond
Just in time for Thanksgiving, The 21st Show sits down with culinary expert and Greater Midwest Foodways Alliance founder Catherine Lambrecht to uncover what makes pie an American classic. Learn how the history of pie intersects with Illinois’ own food heritage.Latest News
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Afternoon at the Opera
Atomic Age Cocktail Party
Capitol Records (150)
Coming up on The Atomic Age Cocktail Party, we look at Capitol Records, one of the most important record labels of the hi-fi era. We trace its early history and spotlight some…
Evening Concert
The Evening Concert on Illinois Classical
ILLINOIS CLASSICAL: The Evening Concert: NOVEMBER 23 – 24 – 25 – 26 – 27 – 28, 2025
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The 21st Show
Matt Singer on how Illinois’ own Siskel & Ebert changed movies forever
The late film critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert created a television show that made them household names, and made their “two thumbs up” a coveted endorsement.…
The 21st Show
New book details Midwestern tastes and recipes
A new book discusses how Midwestern food fits into the bigger picture of American culture. The 21st Show is Illinois' statewide weekday public radio talk show,…
The 21st Show
Writer introduces Americans to ‘The Italian Soul’ in new book
A new book offers lessons from a culture that’s mastered the art of savoring simple pleasures while maintaining deep connections in family and community. The 21st…
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Prairie Fire
Prairie Fire: Season 3 - Episode 3 - Nov2025
We celebrate Prairie Fire’s Mid-America Regional Emmy® wins with a special edition of the show. We’ll go behind the scenes with the production team, hear from…
Mid-American Gardener
October 2025 Wrap-Up
We had back into the studio this month to show you some helpful ways to get ready for the winter!
State of Change
The state of the Illinois Prairie
State of Change 2025 looks at efforts to retain existing prairie in Illinois, as well as strategies to restore some areas to a more natural state.
