The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Veterans showcase their artwork surrounding Veterans Day
In today’s deepdive, a group of veterans is coming together this month to showcase their artwork.
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New documentary explores life of writer behind iconic patriotic song
"America the Beautiful" is a well-known song celebrating the country and praising its natural wonders. But what do we know about the life of the person who wrote the lyrics? A new documentary explores Katharine Lee Bates, a poet, professor, and university administrator, who is credited with writing the iconic song.
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Sen. Tammy Duckworth on SNAP, ICE agents, her Alive Day anniversary
The longest federal government shutdown seems to be inching closer to its end. In a previously taped interview, Senator Tammy Duckworth discusses aviation safety, SNAP, ICE agents, and what this upcoming Veteran's Day means to her.
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.
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The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Farmers are desperate for workers. They want Trump to make it easier to hire foreign labor
In today’s deepdive, American agriculture depends on foreign workers. President Trump’s immigration clampdown is shrinking a farm workforce that was already too small, and farm groups are sounding the alarm.
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Best of: Journalist Lee Hawkins finds freedom in exploring traumatic family history
Lee Hawkins is a journalist, a podcast producer, and a Pulitzer Prize finalist. But in his new book, he turns his skills toward telling his own family’s story. It’s a memoir across 400 years of enslavement, Jim Crow, and beyond — and how the trauma of those experiences is passed from one generation to the next. The book is called, “I Am Nobody’s Slave: How Uncovering My Family’s History Set Me Free.”
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217 Today: Robert Moore, first Black U.S. Marshal from central Illinois, discusses his journey in law enforcement
In today’s deepdive, we'll bring you a conversation with Robert Moore Central Illinois' first Black U.S. Marshal. Moore shares details on his journey through the Illinois State Police and how he fought for civil rights within the realm of law enforcement.
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University of Illinois scientists explain why Hurricane Melissa will be one for the recordbooks
Jeff Frame and Deanna Hence, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign professors, explained the destructive winds and rain unleashed by Hurricane Melissa.
The 21st Show
Actor and social media influencer highlights food scene in Peoria
An actor, who is also a Peoria-based food influencer, joins the program today to discuss his content.
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.
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Why a major distributor of books for libraries is shutting down
A major distributor of books for libraries is shutting down. We’ll talk about why, and how that’s affecting the work of Illinois libraries.
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.
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217 Today: Remembering Latrelle Bright, a pillar in the Champaign-Urbana theater community
In today’s deep dive, a University of Illinois theater professor touched the lives of nearly everyone she worked with.
