Dialogue

DeShawn Williams marks a year as mayor; Inside the Lincoln School for Black children; and Mýa releases album with 70’s/80’s vibes

DeShawn Williams talks about his first year as Urbana's mayor; we visit a restored one-room schoolhouse for Black children; and Mýa talks about her new album.

Remembering Miles Davis and his musical genius on his 100th birthday

May 26, 2026, would have been the 100th birthday of Miles Davis, an Illinois native who changed the course of music.

Direct from Champaign: A Hamilton star and a Student Virtuoso talk about raising the bar

Our Dialogue for Teens hosts learn about a ‘Hamilton’ star who rose from Champaign to Broadway and an emerging talent from Centennial High School.

From Meteorologist to Nail Tech to K9 Officer: how to turn a calling into a career

Our Dialogue for Teens hosts react to the career journeys of a scientist, an entrepreneur, and police officers who work with dogs.

What does it take to earn a spot on the Eastern Illinois University soccer team?

Our Dialogue for Teens hosts Felipe and Zac talk with two members of the Division I soccer team at Eastern Illinois University.