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Illinois Public Media premieres a new weekly radio program and podcast, a partnership with the Department of Climate, Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences in the School of Earth, Society & Env... more
FAQs about Weather Realness:How many episodes does Weather Realness have?The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.
May 02, 2026What caused this week’s severe weather in IllinoisSevere weather has alerted residents in Illinois earlier this week. We talk about how it happened and what spring weather brings....more27minPlay
May 02, 2026How language barriers can put lives at risk during severe weatherSevere weather warnings are meant to save lives. But what happens when non-english speakers are unable to understand them?...more24minPlay
April 25, 2026Why meteorologists still rely on weather balloonsMeteorologists observe the weather with satellites and aircraft. But, scientists still use weather balloons, one of their most reliable instruments. ...more22minPlay
April 25, 2026Why flights get delayed and what weather has to do with itWhy do flights get cancelled or delayed? Learn how the weather shapes flight routes and what Aviation Meteorologists look out for....more29minPlay
April 18, 2026Storm chasers on the reality behind the chaseDuring a tornado, most people take cover. Others drive straight towards it. We talk to storm chasers about what it’s like to be in the path of a storm....more26minPlay
April 18, 2026Storm chasing can be deadly, here’s how to stay safeStorm chasing can be dangerous from tornadoes overtaking vehicles to hail destroying cars. Today we learn how storm chasers can be prepared and stay safe. ...more26minPlay
April 11, 2026How much energy and water does AI really use?AI is an increasingly present part of our lives from using ChatGPT to Google Gemini. But, it also has very high energy and water demands that we often don’t think about. ...more0minPlay
April 11, 2026How AI is changing weather forecasting and climate predicitionsAI has the power to make tasks efficient for experts. Learn how scientists are using AI to make weather and climate predictions in minutes....more0minPlay
April 04, 2026How to keep your garden blooming in spring weatherSpring gardening can sometimes feel like a battle against the elements. Today we talk about how to keep your garden blooming this season. ...more0minPlay
April 04, 2026What a longer growing season means for Illinois cropsThe planting season is getting underway and rising temperatures have only made growing seasons longer. We talk about how the longer growing season is affecting agriculture in Illinois....more0minPlay
FAQs about Weather Realness:How many episodes does Weather Realness have?The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.