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The 21st Show @21st.show · 15h

Independent candidate for Illinois governor, Collin Corbett, talks about moving beyond the "two-party circus."

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Collin Corbett, independent candidate for Illinois governor

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 28/09/2026

University of Illinois alumna and composer Juri Seo returns to Illinois this week for two premieres of her work.

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From Korea to Illinois with composer Juri Seo

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 28/09/2026

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is asking residents to report sightings of mountain lions.

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Why are we seeing more mountain lions in Illinois?

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 24/09/2026

"When you get rapid social change that outpaces what your political system can handle, that's a recipe for violent populism."

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Why political violence won't end with Trump

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 23/09/2026

We are LIVE at 11 a.m. Central today with Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL-16). Share your questions by emailing talk@21stshow.org ... then listen: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 22/09/2026

At his peak, Archbishop Sheen reached millions and millions of Catholics through his radio and TV shows.

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From Peoria to potential sainthood: The life and legacy of Fulton Sheen

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 22/09/2026

A new investigation from @illinoisanswers.bsky.social documents tens of thousands of incidents in county jails in recent years … from fires to escape attempts and deaths.

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Investigation uncovers disturbing conditions in Illinois county jails

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 21/09/2026

After a defeat in 2024, Republican Jim Marter is challenging Rep. Lauren Underwood for the 14th district congressional seat again.

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GOP congressional hopeful Jim Marter on ‘misuse’ of AI, immigration, and election integrity

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 16/09/2026

“Benld and the Booze Gang: Mafia, Murder and Mayhem on Route 66" explores mob activity in the Prohibition era along Route 66 specifically through the lens of Benld, Illinois.

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Route 66 in Illinois: How a small town became a mob hub during Prohibition

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 16/09/2026

The American Giants Museum has collected and restored these statues over the years and set up the museum as a home for travelers to check out.

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Route 66 in Illinois: American Giants Museum keeps Americana alive

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 15/09/2026

Old Joliet Prison is now a tourist destination along a stretch of road that was briefly Route 66 when another part of the highway was still under construction.

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Route 66 in Illinois: Exploring Old Joliet Prison

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 15/09/2026

Route 66, America’s most famous highway, is turning 100 this year, and Illinois is bound up in more than 300 miles of its stories. We kick off our week-long series by visiting the start of Route 66, in the heart of downtown Chicago.

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Route 66 in Illinois: Starting out in Chicago

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 08/09/2026

“Pregnancy Interrupted: The Science and Stories of How Pregnancies Really End" makes the argument that miscarriages and stillbirths are more common than we think.

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New book explores nuances surrounding pregnancy loss

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 02/09/2026

Seasoned journalist and founding host of the 21st Show, @nialaboodhoo.bsky.social is launching a new podcast in which she will interview religious scholars.

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Journalist Niala Boodhoo on seeking spiritual wisdom

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 02/09/2026

Our founding host is back today! @nialaboodhoo.bsky.social is now hosting a podcast called “Oh God Now What?” We'll talk with her about that and more. Join us at 11 a.m. Central: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 01/09/2026

Illinois native Pokey LaFarge is performing at the Castle Theater in Bloomington and at DelMar Hall in St. Louis this month.

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Singer Pokey LaFarge on new album, upcoming tour

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 01/09/2026

Illinois has deep economic ties to Canada. What does a trade war between the U.S. and Canada mean for the state?

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Where does Illinois stand in U.S.-Canada trade war?

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 31/08/2026

Is the new law banning cell phones in Illinois schools a means to uphold education standards or government overreach? www.youtube.com/watch?v=drhn...

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What to know about Illinois’ cell phone ban in schools

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 27/08/2026

For more than a century, Illinois' 13th congressional district was held by Republicans, but this decade it’s been gerrymandered to elect a Democrat. Challenging incumbent Nikki Budzinski, Republican Jeff Wilson wants to make the district red again.

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GOP congressional candidate Jeff Wilson on tariffs, energy production, and immigration policy

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 26/08/2026

Congresswoman @budzinski.house.gov discusses what's been accomplished for the 13th district so far and what her future plans are if given the opportunity to serve a third term.

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Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) on Trump, ICE, and regulating AI

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 24/08/2026

Vying for the 16th district congressional seat, Paul Nolley talks Iran war, “chaotic tariffs”, and strengthening workers rights.

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Democratic congressional hopeful Paul Nolley on Iran war, ‘chaotic’ tariffs, and workers’ rights

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 21/08/2026

"Octopolis,” a 20-foot-tall sculpture, will be featured at Burning Man in Nevada this summer. An Illinois woman and her sister came up with the idea from the project and created it.

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Artist sisters to debut sculpture at Burning Man festival

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 21/08/2026

There are federal and state regulations in place for using pesticides, but it's not stopping the chemicals from drifting well beyond the areas where they’re applied.

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How to handle pesticide drift

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 19/08/2026

Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign say that a lack of diversity in the corn’s genetics could make it more difficult to breed new corn that can survive the difficulties of the future.

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Why corn production could become a challenge

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 18/08/2026

Vying for the 12th district congressional seat, Democrat Julie Fortier talks economy, gun laws, and Southern Illinois voters.

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Democratic congressional candidate Julie Fortier on economy, gun laws, and Southern Illinois voters

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 17/08/2026

From musicians to carnival games to the Future Farmers of America,- a sonic postcard from some of the thousands of people who are part of making the Illinois State Fair

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Sights and sounds from 2026 Illinois State Fair

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 17/08/2026

Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II discusses the state of agriculture in the 21st state from the state fair.

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From the State Fair: Illinois Ag director on storms, tariffs, and Iran war

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 14/08/2026

Watch our full interview with Darren Bailey, the Republican candidate in this year's election for governor in Illinois. youtu.be/qQXG5c1OIbE?...

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Republican Darren Bailey on his second run for Illinois governor

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 12/08/2026

More than 150 years later, the data collected by the crew of the Challenger has been a useful benchmark for scientists seeking to understand what has become of our oceans.

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How is the 1872 voyage of a ship relevant to the state of today’s oceans?

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 11/08/2026

In a survey last year, Pew Research found that nearly two-thirds of American adults said they interact with AI at least several times a week.

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From college classrooms to offices, how the AI revolution has changed the world

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 10/08/2026

Democratic State Representative Kelly Cassidy is one of the few lawmakers who has gone public with criticisms of Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch regarding his handling of sexual harassment allegations involving former State Representative Harry Benton.

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Illinois State Rep. Kelly Cassidy on handling sexual harassment cases in statehouse

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The 21st Show @21st.show · 06/08/2026

When was the last time you got a really clear view of the night sky? There is an entire universe out there, but artificial lighting has cut us off from it.