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.

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Dialogue

A Farewell to Kennedy Vincent and a Deep Dive Into the ‘No Kings’ Movement

On the Dialogue show, we revisit a conversation about the New Kings movement with civil rights lawyer Gloria J. Browne-Marshall and give a farewell to our inaugural host and producer Kennedy Vincent.

This week in Black Central Illinois: Remembering Latrelle Bright, an Underground Railroad mural and a play about veterans

This episode of “Dialogue” features a round-up of stories from around our region, from remembering Latrelle Bright, a pillar in the CU theatre community, the unveiling of the Underground Railroad mural and a play about veterans brought to life on stage.

Off My Neck: From Cotton Fields To U.S. Marshal

Robert Moore Central Illinois’ first Black U.S. Marshal shares details on his journey through the Illinois State Police and how he fought for civil rights within the realm of law enforcement.

Illinois Soul Blog

Illinois Soul Launches New Scramble Game

Players will have 60 seconds to unscramble the names of R&B and Soul Stars. 

WATCH NOW: News Brews & Beatz 10: It Takes A Village

For the first time in a year - the famed conversation series "News Brews & Beatz" returns

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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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IPM Fall 2025 Pop-Up Shop (10.28 - 11.23)

IPM's Fall 2025 Pop-Up Shop is open now through November 23!

State of Change

The state of the Illinois Prairie

State of Change 2025 looks at efforts to retain existing prairie in Illinois, as well as strategies to restore some areas to a more natural state.

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.

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