The 217 Today Podcast

By Illinois Public Media - WILL

Keep up with news in Central Illinois every weekday with 217 Today. Hear the day's headlines, along with one deeper dive, in just ten minutes. Learn about the people and places that make Central Illin... more

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How many episodes does The 217 Today Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 91 episodes available.

The 217 Today Podcast episodes:

April 11, 2025 217 Today: Local food advocates try to patch supply chain gaps after the USDA cuts programs
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how food advocates are trying to patch supply chain gaps after the USDA cuts programs.
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11min
April 10, 2025 217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Apr. 10 – Apr. 13
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about what is coming to Central Illinois in the world of art, culture and entertainment.
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10min
April 09, 2025 217 Today: How Trump’s tariffs could threaten construction and housing affordability in Champaign-Urbana
In today's deep dive, we'll learn why economists worry that recent tariffs could drive up housing prices in central Illinois.
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11min
April 08, 2025 217 Today: Chicago Fulbright scholar ‘embarrassed to be American’ after Trump cut funding for her work in Africa
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how a Chicago Fulbright scholar sees firsthand how President Trump's efforts to slash government spending are changing how the world sees Americans.
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11min
April 07, 2025 217 Today: There’s a growing call to restrict junk food purchases by SNAP users, but experts say it’s complex
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about proposed bills introduced this year in Congress that seek to restrict what SNAP recipients can buy.
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11min
April 04, 2025 217 Today: How a hidden box of love letters became a historical memoir of WWII
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about a new memoir from local author Larry Schnell that explores the little-known role of music in war.
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12min
April 02, 2025 217 Today: Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend celebrates its sixteenth year in April
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about what goes into preparing for the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend and what it means for the community.
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14min
April 01, 2025 217 Today: Thousands of deceased donor kidneys are discarded. This organization hopes to revive them
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about a new Midwest-based organization trying to revive thousands of deceased donor kidneys that were discarded last year.

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11min
March 31, 2025 217 Today: Midwest light pollution kills migrating birds, but scientists know how you can help
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how Midwest light pollution kills migrating birds and how people can help prevent it.
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11min
March 28, 2025 217 Today: Urbana couple cultivates healing and growth through nature at Ujima Retreat Center
In today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with an Urbana couple redefining what it means to learn, grow and heal together through nature.
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11min

FAQs about The 217 Today Podcast:

How many episodes does The 217 Today Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 91 episodes available.