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Best of: ‘Period’ book explores science and stigmas around menstruation
Despite the face that roughly half of humankind menstruates for much of their lives, the topic still carries a certain taboo, and many myths surround it — including in the science about it. We're revisiting our conversation with University of Illinois Professor Kate Clancy, whose book is "Period: The Real Story of Menstruation."
Alcohol at the holidays
It's holiday party season, and with that comes alcoho. But where do the people who can't drink, or don't want to drink, fit in? And when does enjoying alcohol cross the line into something more problematic? We'll talk about with experts in addiction and treatment about booze and the holidays.
Best of: Garry Moore wants to talk about race and journalism
Garry Moore spent decades as an anchor of WEEK-TV in Peoria. Now he's written a book aiming to give journalists a guide to understanding race in the newsroom.
Best of: Miss Illinois 2023 talks research, pageants and more
Back in June, newly crowned Miss Illinois joined The 21st Show to talk about her research, competing in pageants, her charitable cause, and more.