The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Illinois’ New Philadelphia becomes a national park
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about New Philadelphia, which recently became the nation’s 424th national park.
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The 21st Show
Best of: Who are America’s justice systems meant to serve?
We were joined by a professor of law to discuss the foundations of our justice system and how children and marginalized communities are affected by the operations of that system.
The 21st Show
Best of: FDA moves to make it easier for men who have sex with men to give blood
To talk about what's in the FDA's new guidelines for men who have sex with men, the science behind them, and the stigma they have caused, we were joined by a doctor, an LGBTQ advocate, and a representative from a blood bank.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Indigenous art challenges stereotypes and displays modern culture at Spurlock Museum
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation about the work of indigenous artists being displayed in a new exhibit at the Spurlock Museum.
The 21st Show
Illinois aims to reduce preschool deserts with new grants
The 21st was joined by the state superintendent to talk about the funding and how to apply for it, as well as the importance of preschool in early childhood education.
The 21st Show
Bill targets ‘misleading practices’ at Illinois crisis pregnancy centers
To talk about what's actually in the legislation, what its effects might be, and the potential legal challenges, The 21st was joined by a reporter who's been following the story, the director of strategic partnerships for an abortion access fund, and a professor of law.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Illinois city looks to bring people together through arts and culture
In today's deep dive, we hear about how the residents and organizations of Rockford are coming together to create a plan addressing cultural equity.
The 21st Show
TV show spawns competitive Ninja leagues
The 21st was joined by two former Ninja Warriors and a Ninja gym owner to talk about the sport's growing popularity.
The 21st Show
Sen. Durbin talks Supreme Court ethics, the shadow docket and more
Durbin joined The 21st to talk about his work on the judiciary committee, slow confirmations of judicial nominees, Supreme Court ethics, and more.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Dual credit is blurring the line between high school and higher ed
In today's deep dive, we look at how the line between high school and higher education is blurring as Advanced Placement and Dual Credit participation in Illinois increases.