The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Meteorologist explains cause of January tornadoes
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the several tornado touchdowns down in Central Illinois on Tuesday and how they formed on a warm January day.
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217 Today: Decrease in agricultural research funding could affect food security
In today's deep dive, we’ll look at the decline in funding for agricultural research and some possible consequences.
The 21st Show
Best of: Book explores Illinois’ journey to statehood
A new book looks at the persuasion and power that went into Illinois statehood and consequences of decisions made decades ago.
The 21st Show
Best of: Judy Woodruff talks her career, objectivity in journalism and more
Judy Woodruff, anchor and managing editor of PBS NewsHour, talks with Brian Mackey about her career, the changing news cycle, and more.
The 21st Show
Best of: The Music of Mermaid Heaven
The Champaign band Mermaid Heaven discusses their inspiration and relationship to the music they make.
The 21st Show
Best of: Local libraries weather book bans
This year, more Illinois libraries are being scrutinized for carrying books that are LGBTQ-friendly as well as books about racism.
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2022-23 Ebert Fellows Celebrate the Holidays
Not all holiday movies are created equal, certainly not in the eyes of the 2022-23 U of I College of Media Roger Ebert Fellows.
The 21st Show
Best of: Defecting from North Korea
Life in North Korea has been documented as difficult and three defectors are telling their stories in Illinois.
The 21st Show
Best of: Legal deserts in rural Illinois
A group is aiming to bring lawyers to rural parts of Illinois, where people can struggle to find help in court.
The 21st Show
Best of: Chicago history with TikToker Dilla Thomas
The 21st was joined by a south side native better known as "Chicago’s Neighborhood historian" who wanted to share all of Chicago’s riches and history with his 81,000 followers on TikTok.