The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: University of Illinois Japan House to celebrate anniversary with a festival
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about a festival happening at Japan House at the University of Illinois this weekend.
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The 21st Show
Cairo Magnolia Celebration aims to preserve city’s history
The 21st was joined by the chairperson of Cairo's Magnolia Celebration to talk about the event and how it came to be.
The 21st Show
May the Fourth Be With You — Author Stephen Kent on ‘How the Force Can Fix the World’
In honor of May the Fourth, The 21st was joined by the author of a book that draws parallels between Star Wars and America's politics. Author Stephen Kent says that by looking at the core values of the Star Wars stories, readers can find lessons on life, liberty and happiness from a galaxy far, far away.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Danville’s new abortion restriction could trigger a legal showdown
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about a city ordinance passed in Danville this week that could result in a legal showdown over abortion rights.
The 21st Show
The history behind Pekin’s old, racist nickname
The 21st was joined by a local historian and a TikTokker who made a viral video talking about the history behind Pekin’s name and former team nickname.
The 21st Show
Illinois hit by two unusual, dangerous weather events
To talk about the recent dust storm in Central Illinois and flooding on the Mississipi River, The 21st was joined by a meteorologist and a hydrologist.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Schools suffer shortage of psychologists during youth mental health crisis
In today's deep dive, we'll hear about the important work of school psychologists and the limitations of their jobs during a time experts are calling a youth mental health crisis.
The 21st Show
Sociolinguist says ‘bad English’ can be, like, literally good
One generation's slang might be the next generation's everyday speech or it might have fallen completely out of fashion. A professor of linguistics joined The 21st to talk about how she thinks "bad" English is good.
The 21st Show
Illinois towns use co-ops to remedy food deserts
Many grocery stores have closed their doors, especially in rural communities, and that can create a void that’s hard to fill. The 21st was joined by two people leading efforts to start grocery co-ops in their communities.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Congress looks to slash spending in 5-year farm bill renewal
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about the main parts of the big farm bill that Congress passes every five years