Perspectives are commentaries produced by and for WNIJ listeners, from a panel of regular contributors and guests. If you would like to submit your own Perspective for consideration, send us a script that will run about 90 seconds when read -- that's about 250 words -- and email it to NPR@niu.edu, with "Perspectives" in the subject line.
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Host Peter Medlin connects with teachers, students and leaders in education as they discuss the biggest issues impacting classrooms.We want to hear your experiences as an educator. Send us a note to teacherslounge@niu.edu
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Get ready to hear from northern Illinois’ “prose pros." Hosted by WNIJ Arts Reporter Yvonne Boose, you will hear voices from northern Illinois poets as they share their words about the world around them. If you would like to submit a poem for consideration, please send submissions to yboose@niu.edu
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Sessions from Studio A is a local program dedicated to showcasing regional and touring musicians, featuring performances recorded in WNIJ's own Studio A in DeKalb and hosted by Spencer Tritt. Have a band you'd like to hear on Sessions from Studio A? Send us your suggestions: sessions@niu.edu
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WNIJ and NIU STEAM are partnering to create “The Sound of Science,” a weekly series explaining important science, technology, engineering and math concepts using sound. The feature will air at 1:04 p.m. Fridays as a lead-in to Science Friday.Got questions or topic suggestions for the Sound of Science team? Please submit them below!The Sound of Science is made possible by Ken Spears Construction
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What’s so great about the Midwest? WNIJ’s Under Rocks podcast isn’t afraid to dive into that question head-first every month. In fact, our team won’t leave a stone unturned when it comes to hunting down the most interesting people, places, and events in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.What are you excited about? We’re always looking for a shove in the right direction, so send us on our next adventure by messaging us at Rocks@niu.edu.
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This Week in Illinois History provides a 90-second snapshot of an event significant to Illinois history. Join Host Clint Cargile as he covers big events while also exposing little-known pieces of Illinois history.
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The STEM Read podcast explores the connections between STEM and storytelling. Host Gillian King-Cargile dives into hot topics in K-12 education with an educator or STEM expert and then talks with an author whose books can ignite enthusiasm for reading and learning.We are no longer producing new episodes of the STEM Read Podcast, but our previously recorded episodes are still available. We hope you'll take a listen!
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Welcome to Poetically Yours. Poetically Yours showcases poems from northern Illinois poets. This week’s poet is Auburn high school’s LIT UP group member, Julianne Kubala.Yvonne Boose
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The Sound of Science team wants you to join them at their annual STEM Fest.Jasmine Carey, Christina Swartz
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Lonny Cain imagines a very important year in the life of his parents.Lonny Cain
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Join us as nicholas plays songs from his genre-defying debut album Heat Island Effect live in Studio A.Spencer Tritt
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What did we talk about before Netflix? Tom McBride ponders.Tom McBride
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Andrew Nelson finds George Washington's "farewell letter" applies to today's politics.Andrew Nelson
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A kitten named Corey has Paula Garrett thinking about life's big changes.Paula Garrett
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Welcome to Poetically Yours. Poetically Yours showcases poems by northern Illinois poets and a few from other areas. This week’s poet is Jenny Bienemann.Yvonne Boose
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David Gunkel says to look at Germany before you look into building your own walls.David Gunkel
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The Sound of Science returns with a new episode!Jasmine Carey, Christina Swartz
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Nia Springer Norris chooses between hot mess and creating the image she wants.Nia Springer-Norris
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On a SPECIAL episode of TL, our education show turns 5 YEARS OLD and we’re celebrating by revisiting some of our favorite moments over the years.Join us for a “Best of” Teachers’ Lounge out now on WNIJ.org or wherever you get podcasts.Peter Medlin
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Smooth Rogers joins us to play songs from their new album Roger That! live in WNIJ's Studio A.Spencer Tritt
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Lynnea Erickson ponders the classic question "what would you tell your 16 year old self?" and gets an assist from a cabbie.Lynnea Erickson
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Marnie O. Mamminga embraces the mess — in the kitchen.Marnie O. Mamminga
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A summer in the north woods is defined for Chris Fink by a haunting sound.Chris Fink
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Welcome to Poetically Yours. Poetically Yours showcases poems by northern Illinois poets and a few from other states. This week’s poet is Peggy Heitmann.Yvonne Boose
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The connection between Devo and the upcoming election? Lori Drummond-Cherniwchan goes there.Lori Drummond-Cherniwchan
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Rick Brooks revisits a long-overlooked tribute to soldiersRick Brooks
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Kathy started her teaching career in 1965 and…to say they threw her right into the deep end…oof."When I started teaching, as a teacher, you were extremely isolated," she said. "You were closed in this room with them. In my second year of teaching, I had 50 3rd graders!"We talk about how in the world you teach that many kids at once, how she evolved…
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Curl up on the couch and hear the warm sound of Rachel is Kozi on this week's show.Spencer Tritt
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Welcome to Poetically Yours. Poetically Yours showcases poems by Illinois poets. This week’s featured poet is Lori Beach-Grass.Yvonne Boose
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Rosie Klepper is itchy.Rosie Klepper
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Scott Summers joins a march in Chicago with an important goal in mind.Scott Summers
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Sharon Nicola has a message for veterans regarding the Medal of Honor.Sharon Nicola
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Wester Wuori shares his reaction to HBO's The Young Pope and The New Pope.Wester Wuori
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Connie Seraphine takes back a word that's being abused this political season.Connie Seraphine
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Listen for the cinematic sound of Friend of a Friend recorded live in Studio A.Spencer Tritt
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Deborah Booth says former Congressman Adam Kinzinger personifies the tectonic shift in Republican politics.Deborah Booth
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