Demonstrators Across Illinois Protest Police Violence
This weekend saw continued demonstrations over the killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and other acts of police violence. We talk to reporters across Illinois about what they saw.
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The 21st—Monday, June 1, 2020
Today on The 21st: we talk to reporters covering demonstrations over the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Tayloer and others; furloughs and layoffs have come to many newsrooms; and an astronomer filed a trademark lawsuit against American Girl over a doll that looked a little too familiar.
Encore: Chicago Singer-Songwriter V.V. Lightbody Finds Her Voice on Sophomore LP, ‘Make a Shrine or Burn It’
On the eve of her second solo album release, Chicago singer songwriter Vivian McConnell, otherwise known as V.V. Lightbody, joined The 21st to talk about growing up in a musical family, the origins of “nap rock” and making a name for herself. Plus a performance, just for us.
Encore: Instead of Canceling Weddings, Couples Turn to Technology to Tie the Knot
After having to cancel their California wedding, Rob Roberge and Gina Frangello were still able to get married in front of friends and family — by taking their wedding to Zoom.
Encore: Relationships In a Pandemic: A Survival Guide
The COVID-19 pandemic is putting a strain on many marriages and other domestic partnerships. But our guest, Eli Finkel, says while the average marriage will suffer, some relationships will benefit. He offers practical advice for making the best of a relationship during a crisis.
