Chambana Proud

Episode 91: It’s in the “Meat Mail”

Whether you’re looking for something to grill for Memorial Day weekend or a special cut that you can’t find at the grocery store, the University of Illinois Meat & Egg Sales Room is the destination you need to know about. Carly & Terri chat with Elli to learn about the academics and science behind the storefront to discover what students are learning and how they shape the future of the food industry.   Stay tuned in for ideas on how to spend your Memorial Day Weekend in and around the Champaign-Urbana area at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast.   This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.   Show links: * Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ [https://krannertcenter.com/] * Busey Bank:https://www.busey.com/ [https://www.busey.com/] * Meat Science Lab: https://ansc.illinois.edu/about/facilities/meat-science-laboratory [https://ansc.illinois.edu/about/facilities/meat-science-laboratory] * Meat & Egg Sales Room: https://meatandeggsales.illinois.edu/ [https://meatandeggsales.illinois.edu/] * Candlelight Serenade: Jazz Edition: Strawberry Day: https://www.okawvalleyorchard.com/ [https://www.okawvalleyorchard.com/] * 4th Annual Comedy Competition: https://yellowandcoevents.com/buy-tickets [https://yellowandcoevents.com/buy-tickets] * Junction Futball Club Women’s Premier Soccer League: https://www.junctionfcwpsl.com/ [https://www.junctionfcwpsl.com/] * Candy Foster 60th Anniversary Celebration Concert: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1127 [https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1127] * Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/ [https://www.chambanaproud.com/] * Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events [https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events]

What's Happening in Chambana: May 15–17

This weekend, we say goodbye to our many graduates from the University of Illinois, and we also welcome back some spring and summertime favorites. From plant sales to live music on the streets, Carly and Terri run down the many ways you can get out in and around C-U this weekend.   Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast and start planning.   This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.   Show links: * Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ [https://krannertcenter.com/] * Busey Bank:https://www.busey.com/ [https://www.busey.com/] * Sola Gratia Spring Plant Sale: https://www.solagratiacsa.com/events/spring-plant-sale-2026 [https://www.solagratiacsa.com/events/spring-plant-sale-2026] * Ikebana: Party with Shakuyaku and a Grand Ikebana Demonstration: https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/the-farms-ikebana-party-with-shakuyaku/ [https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/the-farms-ikebana-party-with-shakuyaku/] and https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/the-farms-grand-ikebana-demo/ [https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/the-farms-grand-ikebana-demo/] * Illinois Amish Heritage Center Guided Tour: https://www.illinoisamish.org/ [https://www.illinoisamish.org/] * Drag Story Hour: https://www.goodjudyscu.com/event-list [https://www.goodjudyscu.com/event-list] * Toast to Taylor St.: https://www.soundbridgefoundation.org/about-toast [https://www.soundbridgefoundation.org/about-toast] * Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/ [https://www.chambanaproud.com/] * Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events [https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events]

Episode 90: A New Generation of Agriculture

Farmers’ markets are back in action in the Champaign-Urbana area, but how do these growers get their start, and how are they supported? Meet the Land Connection. Terri & Jordan talk with Jacquelyn, Executive Director, about their farm trainings, education, and resources to help first generation farmers, and how they make local ingredients accessible for all.   We have more ideas on how to get out this Mother’s Day weekend, so tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast to start planning.   This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.   Show links: * Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ [https://krannertcenter.com/] * Busey Bank:https://www.busey.com/ [https://www.busey.com/] * The Land Connection: https://www.thelandconnection.org/ [https://www.thelandconnection.org/] * Cirque Atlantis: https://gold.cirqueitalia.com/events/1594_Water-Circus-Atlantis-Champaign-IL?cid=GBN [https://gold.cirqueitalia.com/events/1594_Water-Circus-Atlantis-Champaign-IL?cid=GBN] * Sangamon River Showcase: https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/upper-sangamon-river-conservancys-sangamon-river-showcase [https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/upper-sangamon-river-conservancys-sangamon-river-showcase] * Lights Up! CU Sings Broadway: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/peoples-chorus-may-2026-concert-lights-up-cu-sings-broadway [https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/peoples-chorus-may-2026-concert-lights-up-cu-sings-broadway] * The 11th Annual Re-Fashioned Fashion Show: https://www.facebook.com/SCDillinois/ [https://www.facebook.com/SCDillinois/] * How Well Do You Know Your Mom: https://www.visitdowntownchampaign.com/sound-bites [https://www.visitdowntownchampaign.com/sound-bites] * Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/ [https://www.chambanaproud.com/] * Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events [https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events]

What's Happening in Chambana: May 1–3

May is here, bringing plant sales, live music outside, Champaign’s inaugural Agave Fest, independent films, and impeccable ballet performances. Terri & Jordan run down how to spend your spring weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area.   Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast and start planning.   This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.   Show links: * Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ [https://krannertcenter.com/] * Busey Bank:https://www.busey.com/ [https://www.busey.com/] * Champaign Agave Fest: https://www.champaignagavefest.com/ [https://www.champaignagavefest.com/] * Savoy Lumiere Festival: https://2026lumiere.chambanafilmsociety.org/ [https://2026lumiere.chambanafilmsociety.org/] * The Farms: Bluebell Festival: https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/bluebellfestival2026/ [https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/bluebellfestival2026/] * CU Ballet’s Little Mermaid: https://thevirginia.showare.com/ [https://thevirginia.showare.com/] * WPGU Battle of the Bands: https://www.facebook.com/events/2019453938955936?active_tab=about [https://www.facebook.com/events/2019453938955936?active_tab=about] * Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/ [https://www.chambanaproud.com/] * Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events [https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events]

Episode 89: A Celebration of Agave

A new festival is coming up in Champaign, and it’s all about a trending spirit. Terri and Jordan chat with Scott from Big Grove Tavern and Mike from Punch! Bar & Lounge about the new Champaign Agave Fest, happening April 30–May 5. This countywide extravaganza will feature family-owned distillers, vendors, tastings, and education about agave at spots around the area throughout the week. Tune in to hear how you can participate and get tickets for the Grand Tasting Event.   Of course, it’s also Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend, and many other fun ways to get out and about this weekend. Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast to start planning.   This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.   Show links: * Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ [https://krannertcenter.com/] * Busey Bank:https://www.busey.com/ [https://www.busey.com/] * Champaign Agave Fest: https://www.champaignagavefest.com/ [https://www.champaignagavefest.com/] * Big Grove Tavern: https://www.biggrovetavern.com/ [https://www.biggrovetavern.com/] * Punch! Bar & Lounge: https://punchbarchampaign.com/ [https://punchbarchampaign.com/] * Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend: https://illinoismarathon.com/ [https://illinoismarathon.com/] * Shrek the Musical: https://centralmaroonsdrama.ludus.com/splash.php [https://centralmaroonsdrama.ludus.com/splash.php] * 217Flea’s Girls, Gays, and They’s Pop Up Market: https://217flea.com/ [https://217flea.com/] * Sweet Megg with Sparkle Carcass: https://rosebowltavern.com/ [https://rosebowltavern.com/] * Conservatory of Illinois Playathon: https://www.conservatorycentralil.org/ [https://www.conservatorycentralil.org/] * Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/ [https://www.chambanaproud.com/] * Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events [https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events]