The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021
In today's deep dive, we'll hear from a cybersecurity expert who says COVID-19 has made our workplaces less safe-- from online threats.
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The 21st Show
A new season for orchestras
Fall 2021 has seen the start of the performance seasons for orchestras around Illinois. The 21st was joined by the music director of the Illinois Philharmonic Orchestra to discuss what goes into planning a successful season.
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How can mental health responders change policing?
In Illinois, mental health workers are beginning to be paired with police officers while responding to calls. We talked with members of a police department, a behaviorial health program and a program that offers alternatives to calling the police during mental health crises.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021
In today's deep dive, we'll visit a Midwest elementary school that lets students take care of chickens, pigs, sheep and goats-- which pays off in the classroom.
The 21st Show
Chicago Sky And White Sox In Post-Season
We looked at the post-season runs two teams: The MLB's Chicago White Sox and the WNBA's Chicago Sky, which made it into the WNBA finals for the first time since 2014.
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Should Indigenous Peoples Day Be A State Holiday?
Here in Illinois, some have pushed the state to officially replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day. We talked with three people who represent Native American organizations.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Monday, Oct. 11, 2021
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about two animals recently declared extinct that once called Illinois home.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Friday, Oct. 8, 2021
In today's deep dive, we’ll get an update on how Illinois is doing in getting money to the K-12 schools in the state that need it most.
The 21st Show
The show must go on
Musicians across Illinois, like those around the world, have been finding ways to adapt to life in a pandemic. Whether with masks and distancing or perfecting their virtual performances, the show has gone on. This interview originally aired on May 12, 2021.
The 21st Show
Bias in ADHD diagnosis
Often when we think of someone with ADHD, a young white boy comes to mind, but while ADHD is more commonly diagnosed and treated in white boys, the disorder is found across genders and races. This interview originally aired September 14, 2021.