WGLT's Sound Ideas - Full Episodes

On today's episode, you'll hear from a Democrat running for McLean County clerk. You'll also hear a new episode of our series Life's Work, about a parent homeschooling her children. And we preview a dance show at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts.

On today's episode, you'll hear from an Illinois Board of Higher Education official about what happens next at Lincoln College. Plus, Lyndsay Jones reports on a plan to expand grow-your-own programs in Illinois school districts.

On today's episode, you'll hear from an expert in transgender athletes in sports who is speaking next week at Illinois State University. Plus, an immigrant from El Salvador talks about her experiences in Bloomington-Normal. And an interview with the new bishop of the Peoria Catholic Diocese.

On today's episode, we'll revisit three of our favorite stories WGLT's McHistory series, as we mark Women's History Month. The series is a co-production of WGLT and the McLean County Museum of History in downtown Bloomington.

On today's episode, you'll hear about how Bloomington businessman Aaron Rossi leaned on local and state governments to build his businesses. Plus, an interview with Carle Health's chief medical officer -- the first Black doctor to hold that post. And City Manager Tim Gleason talks about the latest city council meeting.

On today's episode, you'll hear from a retired couple from Normal who share cautionary tale of a long-running financial scam. Plus, the Bloomington-Normal branch of the NAACP talks about its new civic engagement series. And you'll hear about a display of young artist work at the Bloomington Public Library, in a new episode of Datebook.

On today’s episode, you’ll hear about the potential health and sleep impact of permanent Daylight Saving Time, from a Carle Health pediatrician. Plus, Charlie Schlenker reports on former Afghan soldiers who evacuated and are starting a new life in Bloomington-Normal. And Lauren Warnecke brings you the story of artist Tom Kirk and his big, very public art.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Bloomington Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe. Also, an exit interview with retiring Normal Police Chief Rick Bleichner. And a Growmark agronomist shares what central Illinois farmers are up to with planting season just weeks away.

On today's episode, you'll hear a new perspective on Ukraine from a retired Illinois National Guard colonel who's now teaching Normal West students. Also, Eric Stock checks in with the head of the Central Illinois Regional Airport about the latest travel trends, just in time for spring break. And a new installment of Beyond Sports brings you an inspiring story from the ISU baseball team.

On today's episode, WGLT's weeklong series about Indians in Bloomington-Normal turns to civic engagement and representation. Plus, an interview with Normal City Manager Pam Reece. And Ariele Jones has a preview of a new production at Community Players in Bloomington.