WGLT's Sound Ideas - Full Episodes

On today's episode, host Sarah Nardi talks to Ryan Denham about his recent tour of the Rivian plant in Normal. We'll preview a new podcast on WBEZ that's looking into conditions at Pontiac prison. And a new episode of WGLT's series Sound Health.

On today's episode, you'll hear from state Sen. Jason Barickman about the wrap-up of the spring legislative session. Plus, the Humane Society of Central Illinois talks about its 3-week series of fundraising events. And a preview of an Illinois Symphony Orchestra show at the BCPA.

On today's episode, you'll hear the latest on eviction trends in McLean County two years into the pandemic. Plus, Jon Norton reports on an audio and video collective that's become a key part of the Bloomington-Normal music scene. And a new theatrical production will tell the story of one of Illinois' most powerful politicians.

On today’s episode, you’ll hear from the McLean County Health Department about the current state of COVID here. Plus, you’ll hear a new installment of Life’s Work, featuring a pizzeria owner. And a new episode of Food Trek.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Normal's new police chief. Plus, legendary ISU basketball coach Jill Hutchison reflects on the legacy of Title IX on college sports. And you'll get an introduction to ecological psychology from an ISU tour guide.

On today's episode, you'll hear from an executive at Bloomington-based Heritage Enterprises about how legislative reforms could impact the nursing home industry. Plus, a conservationist comes to ISU for a Thursday lecture. And a look at this year's soybean crop.

On today's episode, you'll hear about the impact of Lincoln College's closure on students of color. And Illinois Wesleyan's president has a big-picture view on higher education closures. Plus, an Illinois State University scholar weighs in on this week's historic Supreme Court confirmation.

On today's episode, you'll hear the latest on the Bloomington Public Library expansion project as it moves into production. Plus, an interview with the new executive director of the Multicultural Leadership Institute. And Jon Norton previews a blues show Friday night in Bloomington.

On today's episode, Charlie Schlenker hosts a roundtable discussion with women from the YWCA McLean County's Labyrinth program, discussing the challenges facing formerly incarcerated people in our community.

On today's episode, you'll hear from a former FBI profiler who talks about the profession ahead of a visit to Illinois State University. Plus, an interview with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jose Antonio Vargas about life undocumented and how we talk about immigration and race. And a preview of "A Shayna Maidel" at Heartland Theatre Company.