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New podcast explores Illinois weather and climate
The new Weather Realness podcast debuted on August 1, 2025. The podcast is available on YouTube. The radio show airs Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. on WILL-AM 580. If you have a question for local meteorologists, leave a voicemail at 217.333.2141 or email weatherrealness@illinois.edu.
The 21st Show
Is economic uncertainty making you anxious?
After President Donald Trump placed tariffs on trade partners around the world, the stock market has rebounded. But what's next for the economy? How is the feeling of uncertainty and instability affect our economy and our mental health?
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Illinois Public Media launches weekly show on weather and climate
In today’s deep dive, Illinois Public Media is teaming up with Illinois’ top scientists to talk about climate and weather in a new podcast called “Weather Realness.”
The 21st Show
Quad Cities Zoo involved in an initiative to take care of displaced animals from abroad
The Quad Cities' Niabi Zoo is part of a network of zoos providing care and shelter to displaced animals from around the world. A representative from the zoo discusses that work.
The 21st Show
Organization aims to assist formerly incarcerated individuals as they battle stigma, other challenges
Nearly 29,000 people are currently incarcerated in Illinois' prison system. But being imprisoned -- or even just getting arrested -- can follow someone for decades after the experience is over. A new organization in Bloomington-Normal is trying to help former prisoners in their reentry journey as they face many barriers.
The 217 Today Podcast
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Jul. 31 – Aug. 03
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.