WGLT's Sound Ideas - Full Episodes

On today's episode, you'll hear about why universities like ISU turn to external search firms ... and whether they really work. Plus, WGLT's Lauren Warnecke talks to Mississippi Heat ahead of their Highway 309 LIVE show next week at the Normal Theater.

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On today's episode, you'll hear about the economic impact that immigrants have on McLean County. Plus, a Smithsonian traveling exhibit spends some time in Central Illinois. And a political analyst from southern Illinois previews the 2024 election.

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On today's episode, you'll hear about efforts to create the first Bloomington-Normal Community Land Trust. Plus, a preview of local events that will mark September a the month of both national suicide prevention and national recovery. And WGLT's Charlie Schlenker talks to the first person who portrayed ISU's Reggie Redbird.

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On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with Bloomington Police Chief Jamal Simington. Plus, a preview of the Autumnal Festival at ISU's Horticulture Center, and another preview of Nature Trails Day coming to Comlara Park at Evergreen Lake near Hudson.

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On today's episode, you'll hear about trends in behavioral health staffing in McLean County. Plus, an Illinois State University expert talks about why the U.S. should prioritize paid caregiving more than it does. And a preview of a new exhibition at the University Galleries in Uptown Normal.

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On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with Normal Mayor Chris Koos. Plus, a look at The Baby Fold's new efforts at Fairview Elementary School. And a new book looks at what we can learn from former U.S. Sen. Everett Dirksen.

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On today's show, The McLean County Board's acting chair discusses chair John McIntyre's resignation, golfer T.J. Barger of Bloomington has a memorable summer before he returns home to play at ISU, plus the new head of the Bloomington-Normal Youth Symphony wants to help aspiring musicians explore their creativity.

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The head of the Bloomington-Normal Boys and Girls Club discusses its plans to expand mental health counseling as it raises money for a new facility, plus Community Players Theatre and Heartland Theatre offer comedy a double dose of comedy.

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The head of Miller Park Zoo discusses the balance of transparency and compassion in caring for their animals, Bloomington Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe concerns about a proposed rental home in an historic neighborhood, plus legendary farm broadcaster Max Armstrong writes what he calls his book of thanksgiving. 

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WGLT tours the Rivian electric vehicle plant to see production of a new lower-cost motor, a former early childhood teacher explains why the industry is struggling to attract and keep teachers, plus an agriculture scientist details changing weather trends that have added more risk for farmers.

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