A Dialogue on strategies for Democrats to win voters back
This segment revisits a conversation from “The 21st Show.” IPM’s Brian Mackey spoke with Stacey Abrams in May on the current state of the democratic party.
The Hidden Spectrum: Uncovering autism in Black and Brown Communities
In this episode, we explore autism spectrum disorder (ASD) within Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. We ask how culture, access to care and community support affect how BIPOC families navigate autism.
A Dialogue on a new Ella Jenkins biography and memoir from Carol Moseley Braun
What do a children’s musician and a U.S. senator have in common? Two new books explore the lives of Ella Jenkins and Carol Moseley Braun, taking a look at their work, public service and their long-lasting contributions.
Funk, flow and freedom: How the legacy of Black music continues
From gospel to house, jazz to rhythm and blues, Black music has helped shape the foundation of American music, but where did it all start?
A Dialogue on reclaiming power through health, protest and prose
From Sierra Leone to Champaign, Black communities around the world are faced with challenges that impact access to healthcare, immigration rights, and more.
The Dialogue zone: Exploring Blerd culture
Step into the Dialogue Zone as we take listeners on a journey into the intersection of Black identity and nerd culture.
A Dialogue on how local reparations aim to repair community
What does it look like to repair generations of harm? That question is at the center of a growing movement for local reparations—led not by lawmakers in Washington, but by a coalition in Champaign-Urbana.
Hidden in plain sight: Unpacking the unique challenges facing Black undocumented communities
There are approximately 600,000 Black undocumented immigrants in the United States. A community of people whose stories often remain untold in national immigration conversations.
Campus to coast: A University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign grad student investigates The Gambia’s fishmeal crisis and its toll on West African communities
What happens when coastal resources are taken, and local communities are left to stay afloat? Dialogue looks at how large-scale fishing operations in The Gambia are changing the environment, disrupting livelihoods, and raising questions about justice along West Africa’s shores.
A continued Dialogue on the state of Champaign-Urbana’s Black communities with local leaders
How can a community work together to drive positive change? and what does that really look like?
Leading the way: Examining the state of Champaign Urbana’s Black communities with local leaders
Who is really responsible for driving community change? and is relying on schools enough?
A Dialogue with journalist Lee Hawkins on uncovering freedom through his family history
What happens when a journalist turns the lens on their own family story? Lee Hawkins shares how investigating his personal history shaped new perspectives on growing up Black in the Midwest.
Protecting children’s future: A conversation on child advocacy and mental health
April is highlighted as Child Abuse Prevention Month, but the work doesn’t stop there. Hear how one Champaign center continues to support kids and families year-round.
A Dialogue with incoming Urbana mayor DeShawn Williams on plans for the city
After a two-year campaign, DeShawn Williams will be the first Black mayor of Urbana. Hear what he has in store as he prepares to be sworn in.
Chancellor Robert Jones addresses departure from U of I, DEI pushback and equity gaps on campus
What does it take to lead one of the top public universities in the country? Chancellor Robert Jones shares what he’s learned during his time at the university.