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Best of: NPR’s Steve Inskeep talks about Abraham Lincoln’s political savviness in newest book
NPR Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep talks about his new book on Abraham Lincoln and how he’s preparing to cover a fraught year in American politics.
Best of: How did women access abortions in Illinois before Roe v. Wade?
Before Roe v. Wade recognized a constitutional right to abortion, Illinois women still found ways to end their pregnancies.
Best of: Chef Paul Fehribach explores history of ‘Midwestern Food’
We talk with Illinois chef Paul Fehribach, who’s out with a new book on Midwestern cuisine: what it is, where it came from, and how it’s influenced the American menu beyond our region. The book is Midwestern Food: A Chef’s Guide to the Surprising History of a Great American Cuisine, with More Than 100 Tasty Recipes.
Best of: How to talk with young people about avoiding addiction
If you know is suffering from a substance use disorder, contact the Illinois Helpline by calling 1-833-2FINDHELP or visiting: www.helplineIL.org.