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217 Today: Changing landscape for abortion services leads to confusion among Midwest providers and patients
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear about the ever-changing landscape of abortion access in the Midwest.
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Brittany Luse becomes host of “It’s Been A Minute”
Starting this weekend, Midwesterner Brittany Luse becomes the new permanent host of the It’s Been a Minute podcast.
The 21st Show
Debate over sex ed in Illinois public schools
In August 2021, Illinois became the first state to officially adopt the new national sex education standards, but the law has been met with some controversy.
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217 Today: Illinois voters will decide whether to enshrine workers’ right to collectively bargain in the state constitution
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the Workers’ Rights Amendment voters will weigh in on this November.
The 21st Show
Author Francesca Royster discusses “Black Country Music: Listening for Revolutions”
Illinois-based writer, scholar, and country music fan Francesca Royster talked about Black musicianship and listenership in country music.
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Peer recovery doulas help fight pregnancy-related deaths
“Mental health conditions” topped the list of leading underlying causes of pregnancy-related deaths. An Illinois Department of Human Services program has begun to take on that challenge.
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217 Today: Democrat candidate Nikki Budzinski discusses labor activism and uniting the 13th congressional district
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from Democrat Nikki Budzinski, who is running for the newly drawn 13th congressional district seat this fall.
The 21st Show
Abortion access as a religious right
When the US Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade, the decision that allowed the right to abortion across America, some Christians said it was a victory for religious freedom. At the same time, many in the Jewish faith said stopping abortion rights takes away their religious freedom.
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker on COVID, crime, climate and more
Brian Mackey talks with incumbent Gov. J.B. Pritzker about COVID, criminal justice, crime, climate change, college, and corruption.
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217 Today: Because of low wages, some SNAP-Ed workers require those programs themselves
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how people who work to help others access programs addressing food insecurity also need those programs themselves because of low wages.