The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Tuesday December 22, 2020
In today' deep dive, for many Midwestern states, this was the first year of legal hemp production. And while challenges persist, many remain hopeful for the crop’s future.
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Vacunas De La COVID-19
A medida que comienza el proceso de vacunación, America Amplified recopila y organiza las respuestas de los peritos ante las preguntas de los oyentes de la radio pública de todo el país.
The 21st Show
(Still) Timely Topics: COVID Travel Safely, Dating in a Pandemic, the Great Conjunction
On today's 21st, we revisit some of our favorite conversations we've had this year. This includes our conversation on travelling safely this holiday season, dating in a pandemic and a rare astronomical sight called a Great Conjunction.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Monday November 21, 2020
In today's deep dive, as a few area restaurants are fighting against COVID-19 restrictions against indoor dining despite the health risks, we’ll hear from one restaurant owner who’s doing his best to survive while following all the guidelines.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Friday December 18, 2020
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from the first frontline health worker at Carle Foundation Hospital to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
The 21st Show
Interview: Kim Stanley Robinson, “The Ministry for the Future”
The author of The Ministry for the Future discusses how the pandemic could be a dress rehearsal for climate change and the concept of "slow violence."
The 21st Show
Christmas Movies: Top Picks for 2020
Two film critics help us sift through the choices for Christmas films, old and new.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Thursday December 17, 2020
In today’s deep dive, healthcare workers are learning that COVID-19 has the power to raise blood sugar to dangerous levels. And that’s creating serious challenges for hospitals.
The 21st Show
The History and Traditions of Kwanzaa
December 26 will be the first night of the African-American cultural holiday known as Kwanzaa. The 21st is joined by a professional storyteller, arts educator and author of several children's books including The Story of Kwanzaa and L’il Rabbit's Kwanzaa.
The 21st Show
COVID Vaccine: Answering Your Questions
December 15, 2020 was historic. The first Illinoisans received an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine, made by drug company Pfizer, in Peoria and Chicago. The 21st was joined by one of the first health care workers in Illinois to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and other medical professionals.