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Weather Realness
Tornadoes, hurricanes and wildfires: how scientists link extreme weather to climate change
Severe weather events have increased over the years. From hurricanes, tornadoes to massive wildfires, these changes in the weather are often linked to climate change. We talk about how a warming planet influences extreme weather and how researchers make that connection.
Weather Realness
Severe weather season is here, what do weather warnings mean and how to stay prepared
We’re in a severe weather season in Illinois. We saw the first of it on Tuesday, where a tornado outbreak hit the Chicago area and across Illinois. We talk about different types of weather warnings and how to stay safe in case you run into a tornado.
The 21st Show
Tenth anniversary special
It’s been 10 years since The 21st Show first went on air, on March 14, 2016. We’ll listen back to a decade of the program and reflect on what’s happened in that time — in Illinois, in America, and around the world.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Four Democrats battle in March primary to succeed Susana Mendoza as Illinois comptroller
First elected in 2016, Susana Mendoza has been Illinois’ comptroller for nearly a decade. Now, she’s stepping aside. And four Democrats are vying for the seat.
The 21st Show
Former staffer’s book highlights ‘the Onion’s’ contributions to news satire
“The Onion's” news satire has become a staple of American culture. Christine Wenc's book, “Funny Because It’s True: How the Onion Created Modern American News Satire" looks at the history of the publication and how it's still relevant today.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Mar. 12 – Mar. 15
The Jupiter String Quartet, a pet supply sale, the Lucky Dog 5K, and of course, live music.
The 21st Show
U.S. Senate candidate recap: Part 2
Illinois’ Primary Election Day is less than a week away as voters decide who will represent Democrats and Republicans in the race to succeed retiring U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. In the second of a two-part series, we’ll bring you recaps of our interviews with the candidates.
The 21st Show is Illinois' statewide weekday public radio talk show, connecting Illinois and bringing you the news, culture, and stories that matter to the 21st state. Have thoughts on the show or one of our episodes, or want to share an idea for something we should talk about? Send us an email: talk@21stshow.org. If you'd like to have your say as we're planning conversations, join our texting group! Just send the word "TALK" to (217) 803-0730. Subscribe to our podcast and hear our latest conversations. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6PT6pb0...
Find past segments, links to our social media and more at our website: 21stshow.org.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Knox College professor turns prairie, loss into poems in “Broken Hallelujah”
In western Illinois, there are gravel roads cut through open prairie, writer and Knox College professor Cyn Kitchen has been paying attention to seasons, to loss, and to faith.
The 21st Show
U.S. Senate candidate recap: Part 1
Illinois’ Primary Election Day is one week away. In the first of a two-part series, we bring you recaps of our interviews with the candidates.
The 21st Show is Illinois' statewide weekday public radio talk show, connecting Illinois and bringing you the news, culture, and stories that matter to the 21st state. Have thoughts on the show or one of our episodes, or want to share an idea for something we should talk about? Send us an email: talk@21stshow.org. If you'd like to have your say as we're planning conversations, join our texting group! Just send the word "TALK" to (217) 803-0730. Subscribe to our podcast and hear our latest conversations.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6PT6pb0
Find past segments, links to our social media and more at our website: 21stshow.org.
