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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 13h

do not adjust your set, etc. etc.

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 24/09/2026

Today's the last day of @ilpublicmedia.bsky.social's fall fund drive! Wayland and Brenda Eheart are matching every gift, up to $250 per donor. Help us continue the work of informing the community about what's happening around the state and around the world.

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 24/09/2026

An Illinois researcher of international security argues that the biggest threat to American democracy is coming from within, as political violence rises. Robert Pape is the author of "Our Own Worst Enemies: America in the Age of Violent Populism." He joined us on video for @21st.show.

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Why political violence won't end with Trump

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 23/09/2026

Public radio runs because of you, and we're asking for your help to keep bringing you the news coverage that matters to Central Illinois! Help @ilpublicmedia.bsky.social during our fall fund drive:

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Orion Rummler @oriion.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Transgender voters in Kansas! I want to talk about your plan to vote this November — are you not voting, out of ID/safety concerns? Voting by mail? Getting registered to vote? Doing in-person advance voting? Text me on Signal @orionr.80 or DM me! I'm a trans reporter working at The 19th News.

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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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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 22/09/2026

A new investigation from @illinoisanswers.bsky.social documents tens of thousands of incidents in county jails, from fires to escape attempts and deaths. Today on @21st.show we talked with reporters @gracehauck.bsky.social and @drewjayadams.bsky.social about it.

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Investigation uncovers disturbing conditions in Illinois county jails

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 21/09/2026

Illinois Public Media depends on your support to keep making programs like @21st.show that keep you in tune with what's happening in Central Illinois and across the 21st state! Help us reach our goal of $75,000 during our fall fund drive this week:

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 21/09/2026

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 17/09/2026

did someone put a hex on the Ball State campus and Muncie? what is going on at my alma mater

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 10/09/2026

Today on @21st.show we're reflecting on the attacks of September 11th, 2001, and how people in Illinois experienced it. What do you remember about that day? Leave us a voicemail at (217) 300-2121 and we might share your thoughts on the air at 11 a.m. Central.

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 08/09/2026

Pregnancy usually brings with it the hope for new life, but many pregnancies do not end with birth. Today on @21st.show, we talk about pregnancy loss and its lasting effects with @kateclancy.bsky.social, author of "Pregnancy Interrupted: The Science and Stories of How Pregnancies Really End."

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New book explores nuances surrounding pregnancy loss

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 03/09/2026

I even have the earrings to prove it!

it's Christine, in a rare selfie! she's wearing some dangly earrings with black dice on them

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 03/09/2026

we talked about Illinois tourism today on the show and someone brought up an old slogan I hadn't heard of: "A million miles from Monday" and dang, that one's going to stick with me for a bit

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 03/09/2026

it's board game day at the office and I have never been so ready

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Violet Miller @vimiller.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

A growing epidemic of alleged police abuse of Flock's vast surveillance system has led Homer Glen to (for now) halt plate reader use within its borders. West Chicago, Channahon and the Will County sheriff all have officers on leave for alleged unauthorized searches of license plate-tracking data.

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Illinois suburbs halt Flock use, suspend officers and review policy amid alleged improper use

Homer Glen announced Monday that it was suspending the use of Flock cameras within its borders pending an investigation after a Will County sheriff’s deputy was placed on administrative leave amid all...

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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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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 01/09/2026

After the Trump administration put tariffs on billions of dollars on Canadian goods, Canada's government retaliated. Canada is Illinois' number one international trading partner -- so where does all of this leave us? We talk about it on today's @21st.show: www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUe_...

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

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 01/09/2026

Coming up in a bit on @21st.show, the trade war with Canada, and what it means for Illinois. Got thoughts? Call us during the 11 a.m. hour Central at (800) 222-9455. And listen live: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 31/08/2026

Today on @21st.show: starting next summer, schools across Illinois will be required to have cell phone and device plans in place. What will that actually look like? We talked about it with the bill's sponsor, plus several people in different parts of education. Listen now:

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What to know about Illinois’ cell phone ban in schools

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 31/08/2026

Got thoughts on cell phone bans in schools? We're talking about them for the hour today on @21st.show. Share your takes during the 11 a.m. Central hour by calling (800) 222-9455... ...and join us live: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 26/08/2026

Today and tomorrow on @21st.show, the race for IL-13's House seat. Today, we hear from the incumbent Democrat, Nikki Budzinski, who's seeking a third term. Watch the show here:

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

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Andrew ✶ Huff @me3dia.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

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"In Dallas for the premier of '9 to 5,' I had an uncanny experience, and on the plane home to Chicago I confessed it to Siskel: I had been granted a private half hour with Dolly Parton, and as we spoke I was filled with a strange ethereal grace. This was not spiritual, nor was it sexual. It was healing and comforting. Gene listened and said, "Roger, I felt the exact same thing during my interview with her." We looked at each other. What did this mean? Neither of us ever felt that feeling again. From time to time we would refer to it in wonder."
— Roger Ebert, Life Itself

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 25/08/2026

What's there to say that others can't say better? RIP Dolly. What a life.

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 25/08/2026

that moment when you're just getting stuff done in the newsroom while the radio plays in the background, and suddenly: "wait a sec, is that Persona 5 they're playing music from during Here & Now?"

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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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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 20/08/2026

On today's @21st.show, what happens when pesticides drift miles away from where they're applied? We got people's thoughts from all across the state about this when we were live. The full conversation:

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How to handle pesticide drift

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How to handle pesticide drift

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 18/08/2026

Today on @21st.show, someone waging an uphill campaign for one of Illinois’ heavily gerrymandered seats in Congress. Julie Fortier is a Democrat running against incumbent Republican Mike Bost.

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

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 17/08/2026

I'll just watch Groundhog Day 15 more times, thanks

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Illinois Public Media @ilpublicmedia.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

On @21st.show, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker responded to critiques of billionaires like himself who are involved in politics. Watch the full conversation with Brian Mackey via our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYhQ...

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 14/08/2026

*looking at the weather forecast* so happy "traveling to the state fair" day for Team 21st, I guess

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Rebekah Valentine @duckvalentine.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

I know PR folks reading this know this, but if it helps to pass on to the internal bosses at the companies you rep: please ask them to learn what "on background" means (short thread following)

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 13/08/2026

Yesterday we interviewed the Republican nominee for Governor of Illinois, Darren Bailey for @21st.show. Today, we're bringing you that interview, along with some clarifications (recorded after the fact) on some of the things that came up during that conversation. Watch here:

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Republican Darren Bailey on his second run for Illinois governor

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 11/08/2026

What's AI changing about the way we communicate and interact with our fellow humans? We talked about that on today's @21st.show. Listen now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-sd...

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

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 11/08/2026

got opinions about AI and the effect it's having on the ways we interact with our fellow humans? that's our topic for the hour on today's @21st.show call us during the 11 a.m. central hour at (800) 222-9455 and listen live: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 11/08/2026

if you're in Chicago please stay safe!

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 11/08/2026

because 1A is covering AI at this very moment I feel obliged to note I started planning this conversation about a month ago. had no clue we'd be doing this topic on the exact same day!

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 11/08/2026

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 11/08/2026

ICYMI Gov. Pritzker joined us in studio on @21st.show in the midst of his reelection campaign. You can watch (yes, it's on video!) the whole interview here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYhQ...

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Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on prison deaths, being a billionaire, and plans for a third term

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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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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 10/08/2026

“My job as governor is to make sure that we’re constantly trying to stay ahead of, or at least up with, all the things that are coming at us." Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker joined us in Urbana for today's @21st.show. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYhQ...

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Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on prison deaths, being a billionaire, and plans for a third term

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Illinois Public Media @ilpublicmedia.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

@21st.show had the chance to talk with Governor JB Pritzker yesterday in studio. Stay tuned for their conversation next Monday on "The 21st Show" at 11 AM on WILL-AM 580 and other public radio stations across the state. The episode will also be available to stream online at 21stshow.org.

Photo shows journalist and host Brian Mackey sitting across a desk from Governor J.B. Pritzker with a sign for Illinois Public Media/WILL/NPR/PBS at the front of the desk

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 05/08/2026

Where do the Trump administration's attempts to assert more control over elections stand? And how do Illinois elected officials deal with misinformation about the election process? We talked about that today on @21st.show with @baseballot.bsky.social, a county clerk, and a state senator.

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Is election security at risk in Illinois?

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 05/08/2026

given the news today about Joanna Whaley in Michigan, I'd be remiss not to mention we had her on @21st.show a few months ago as part of a panel of trans candidates across the Midwest you can listen back to that here:

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Running (for office) while trans | Illinois Public Media

Trans people have been much discussed in American politics — from sports to bathrooms to health care. But their representation in elected office has been minimal. We’ll talk with several Midwestern tr...

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Christine Hatfield @christine.21st.show · 03/08/2026

Thanks to @shannonheffernan.bsky.social for talking us through her reporting on @21st.show today. Her story is worth a read.

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