Illinois Soul 101.1 FM

Illinois Soul: 101.1 FM

Illinois Soul 101.1 FM Live Stream

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 on strategies for Democrats to win voters back

This segment revisits a conversation from "The 21st Show." IPM's Brian Mackey spoke with Stacey Abrams in May on the current state of the democratic party.

The Hidden Spectrum: Uncovering autism in Black and Brown Communities

In this episode, we explore autism spectrum disorder (ASD) within Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. We ask how culture, access to care and community support affect how BIPOC families navigate autism.

A Dialogue on a new Ella Jenkins biography and memoir from Carol Moseley Braun

What do a children’s musician and a U.S. senator have in common? Two new books explore the lives of Ella Jenkins and Carol Moseley Braun, taking a look at their work, public service and their long-lasting contributions.

Illinois Soul Blog

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

Illinois Soul logo with animated Alexa skill

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.

Candy Foster pictured as a teenager, young adult, and adult.

WATCH NOW: Candy Foster: A Musical Witness - An IPM Presentation

 

Explore the life and musical career of the local R&B legend - a musical journey that spans over 60 years and is still going strong!

Broadcast Schedule

Full Schedule

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…
State of change logo over tree tops

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…

NPR Tiny Desk Concert

Latest News

IPM Newsroom