Illinois Soul 101.1 FM

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Illinois Soul is a not-for-profit public radio station licensed to Illinois Public Media and the College of Media at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. FM 101.1 amplifies Black voices, music, and culture throughout central Illinois, and online, with the power of public media. Illinois Soul airs NPR shows, produces local news for broadcast and the Web, and works hand-in-hand with the community to address their needs and concerns.

Dialogue

A Dialogue about why many Black people are staying home from political protests

Some are marching, others are boycotting. But is anyone really silent? Rabbi Sandra Lawson joins us to discuss race, protest and the power of choosing when and how to show up.

A Black youth swim program aims to reclaim African American history with water

What if swimming could reconnect you to your roots? A local swim instructor and doctoral student in Champaign is doing more than teaching Black kids how to swim. They're helping families reclaim a legacy lost to segregation and fear. Hear how one local program is using the pool to change history.

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How to Listen to Illinois Soul on Amazon Alexa Devices

Illinois Soul is now streaming on Alexa devices—bringing you timeless R&B, jazz, and soulful vibes amplifying Black voices.

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State of Change

State of Change Examines Invasive Species

This year’s State of Change — Illinois Public Media’s annual environmental special hosted by Tinisha Spain — will focus on aquatic creatures, birds, insects, and…
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Impacts of the climate crisis on communities of color

In 2023, the climate crisis became chaotic in Illinois. In our third annual State of Change report, we examine how higher temperatures are taking a toll on people, in particualr communities of color.

State of Change examines how Illinoisans manage carbon

Carbon is a key to life on Earth. Whether its air, animals, people, plants, or water, it would not be possible without carbon. Human use of carbon means Illinois and our planet are in a State of…

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