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Despite the face that many people menstruate at some point in their lives, the topic still carries a certain taboo, and many myths surround it — including in the science about it. The author of new book that tackles those topics joined The 21st to discuss menstruation, the evolving science around it, and the stigmas still associated with it.
Over the past month, three universities across Illinois have witnessed labor disputes that have resulted in strikes by their unionized members. The 21st was joined by two journalists that have been following the strikes.
A new book by author Timothy Egan looks at the second birth of the Ku Klux Klan, in the 1920s, and how it was particularly popular here in the Midwest. The book focuses on the KKK's Midwestern leader and how his depraved personal actions ultimately led to the downfall of the Klan.
United States Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi joined The 21st to discuss the relationship between Taiwan, China and the U.S.; questions around the 2020 census; and more.
To discuss quinceañeras and their history and significance, The 21st was joined by a professor of Latino/Latina Studies and two students who recently celebrated their own quinceañeras.
