30 Best Central Illinois Podcasts

1. Commodity Week

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Commodity Week is a weekly wrap-up of the CME Group grain markets with analysis and guest interviews. The program is generally recorded Thursday afternoons and posted online by 7:00 p.m. central. It airs on WILL AM580 during the 2:00 p.m. hour each Friday. Commodity Week is a production of University of Illinois Extension and Illinois Public Media. Like the daily Closing Market Report, it is hosted by University of Illinois Extension Farm Broadcaster Todd Gleason.website: willag.orgtwitter: @commodityweekMORE Host Todd Gleason
Producer/Network Todd E. Gleason
Email ****@illinois.edu
Location Urbana, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 27Facebook 36.3KTwitter 3.9KInstagram 3.4K Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Closing Market Report

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Celebrating 40 Years | 10,000 EpisodesEstablished 1985The Closing Market Report airs weekdays at 2:06pm central on WILL AM580, Urbana. University of Illinois Extension Farm Broadcaster Todd Gleason hosts the program. Each day he asks commodity analysts about the trade in Chicago, delves deep into the global growing regions weather, and talks with ag economists, entomologists, agronomists, and others involved in agriculture at the farm and industry level. website: willag.orgtwitter: @commodityweekMORE Host Todd E. Gleason
Producer/Network Todd E. Gleason
Email ****@illinois.edu
Location Champaign, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 17Facebook 36.3KTwitter 3.9KInstagram 3.4K Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Shootin' the Breeze with Your Local Weather Authority

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WMBD/WYZZ's team of meteorologists are teaming up to talk about the weather here in Central Illinois. Discussions can range from big storms that are brewing to just learning more about how forecasting works behind the scenes. Chief Meteorologist Chris Yates is joined by Morning Show Meteorologist Molly Naslund and Weekend Meteorologist Adam Sherwinski.MORE Category Weather Phenomena, Forecasting Techniques, Historical Weather Events
Producer/Network WMBD/WYZZ
Email ****@wmbd.com
Location Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1Facebook 139.6KTwitter 15.7KInstagram 10.6K Avg Length 52 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Building BN

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Bloomington-Normal EDC discusses economic development industry trends, best practices, and development news in Central Illinois.
Category Economic Development, Industry Trends, Community Enhancement
Host Patrick Hoban
Producer/Network Building BN
Email ****@bnedc.org
Location Bloomington, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6Facebook 2.5KTwitter 998 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. Extra Prep

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The prep sports writers and broadcasters from the News-Gazette and NewsTalk 1400 & 93.9 and Lite Rock 97.5 deliver game broadcasts, interviews, and insight into high school athletics in the Champaign-Urbana area and east central Illinois.MORE Producer/Network Champaign Multimedia Group
Email ****@news-gazette.com
Location Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1Facebook 70.4KTwitter 42.4KInstagram 19.6K Avg Length 104 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

6. Out and About

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A weekly spotlight on arts activities in Central Illinois. Every Friday, host Mae Gilliland Wright of Arts Partners of Central Illinois talks with area actors, musicians, artists and community leaders about an upcoming arts event. Out and About is supported, in part, by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.MORE Category Culture, Community Engagement, Local Events
Host Mae Gilliland Wright
Producer/Network WCBU Peoria Public Radio
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Peoria, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 6.8KTwitter 2.2KInstagram 1.2K Avg Length 5 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

7. The Starting Lineup 98.9

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The Best Local Sports Show/Podcast in Central Illinois Saturday's 9 to 10 A.M. on 98.9 The Game or Download the Podcast on EffinghamRadio.Com or Our App
Category Sports, Local Events, Community Activities
Producer/Network thestartinglineup989
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 5Facebook 60 Avg Length 65 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. The Week In Review Podcast

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A look at each week in Central Illinois and across the world from Peoria's breaking news station, 1470 and 100.3 WMBD!
Producer/Network MWC
Email ****@mwcradio.com
Location Peoria, Illinois, United States
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Facebook 14.2KTwitter 4.9KInstagram 1.2K Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. The Table

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We love to talk business, leadership, community engagement and involvement. So, why not share those conversations? Brad Wike and Chris Hembrough meet with Business Leaders and Community Leaders throughout Central Illinois each month to bring you their stories. You'll hear how they overcame challenges and learned valuable lessons that you can apply to your own business or organization. Plus, they might just give you a few laughs along the way.MORE Category Business, Leadership, Community Engagement
Hosts Brad Wike, Chris Hembrough
Producer/Network Peerless Cleaning & Restoration Services
Email ****@peerlessrestoration.com
Location Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 3.7KTwitter 232Instagram 891 Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. SO ILL

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SO ILL is a podcast collaboration between the SIU School of Medicine and WSIU Public Broadcasting, exploring the relationship between health and climate change. SIU School of Medicine's mission is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.MORE Producer/Network webmaster@wsiu.org
Email ****@wsiu.org
Location Springfield, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 12.5KTwitter 2.4KInstagram 3.8K Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. ROE 17 POD

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Education is empowerment. Join Regional Office of Education # 17, an educational service agency in Central Illinois as we interview different educators, leaders, innovators, and creators who are reimagining PK-12 education. Join us every other week on Tuesdays!MORE Category Education, Regional Services, PK-12 Education
Host Mark Jontry
Producer/Network Regional Office of Education # 17
Email ****@roe17.org
Location Bloomington, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 2.2KTwitter 580 Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

12. Solar Power Hour

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Join seasoned solar experts William Grant and Austin Bare for The Solar Power Hour , the official podcast of Sun Collectors , a veteran-owned solar company based in Peoria, Illinois. Each episode dives into the world of solar energy , renewable technology , and community-powered sustainability — featuring local stories, industry insights, and special guests making an impact across Central Illinois. 💡 What You'll Learn: Solar Energy 101 — how solar works and why it matters Illinois Solar Incentives and federal tax credits: https://suncollectors...MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. The Download with DP

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The quality of high school and college sports in central Illinois calls for a podcast to discuss what's going on in great detail and have guests on from all walks of life to get their stories told in a special way. Channel1450 Sports Director Derek Parris breaks it all down and has fun doing so on The Download With DP.MORE Producer/Network Woodward Community Media
Email ****@wcmspi.com
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Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

14. Clubhouse Chronicles

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Clubhouse Chronicles is your backstage pass to the heart of the Central Illinois music scene. Join us as we sit down with local artists, bands, and industry creatives to uncover their stories, celebrate their journeys, and showcase the vibrant talent shaping this thriving indie community.MORE Producer/Network Broken Record Music Club
Email ****@brokenrecordmusicclub.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

15. All Good Things with BBB of Central Illinois

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The All Good Things with BBB podcast is designed to give you bite sized tips on all things business and leadership to help you be a Better Business. The information is brought to you by local business leaders and your Better Business Bureau of Central IllinoisMORE Producer/Network BBBHOI
Email ****@hoibbb.org
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

16. SAVAGE INFO

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The Savage Info Podcast is a well rounded take on events here in central Illinois and around the world. With guests from around the country and the local area and also solo commentary we keep you informed with off beat ideas and information.MORE Producer/Network Mr savage
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

17. Keep Your Day Job

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The Keep Your Day Job Podcast is an interview show with the goal of shining a light onto some of the more colorful people in Central Illinois.
Category Politics, Social Initiatives, Culture
Host Edward Cimoch
Producer/Network Ed See
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 8Facebook 14Instagram 58 Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

18. 3-in-1 Podcast

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From the WCIA 3 Sports team, a podcast about all things sports in central Illinois. From high school sports, to Illinois athletics and beyond. The team brings a unique take to sports with this podcast.MORE Category Sports, High School Athletics, College Athletics
Producer/Network WCIA 3 Sports
Email ****@wcia.com
Location Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 3.8/5Apple Reviews 9Facebook 195.3KTwitter 44.5KInstagram 1.2K Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

19. The Rivalry

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Central Illinois sports talk. Host Michael Corum with special guest hosts each episode. Talking regional professional and college sports and just being idiots in general.
Category Sports Culture, Matchup Analysis, Community Engagement
Producer/Network Michael Corum
Location Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10Facebook 294 Avg Length 52 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

20. The Work

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Brought to you by Capital Area Career Center. Telling the stories of CACC, career and technical education, and workforce development throughout Central Illinois.
Producer/Network Robert Ferriell
Email ****@caccschool.org
Location Illinois, United States
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Facebook 3.7KInstagram 1.2K Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

21. Going The Distance

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From weekly cross country meets to Nike Nationals in track, Going The Distance covers everything running. Based out of Morton Illinois, and lead by podcast host, Nicholas Delgado, Going The Distance will focus on high school running in central Illinois with special guests and interviews as well as a plethora of topics around the sport, highlighting ranking predictions, weekly meets, statistics, and more.MORE Category High School Sports, Competitive Racing, Running Community
Producer/Network Nicholas Delgado
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 44Instagram 124 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

22. In the Clutch Podcast

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Clutch Sports Media talks about all of the latest happenings, big games and big players in central Illinois high school sports
Producer/Network Clutch Sports Media
Email ****@gmail.com
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Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

23. It's Too Early

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It's Too Early is the podcast where early mornings meet ambitious minds. Host Jack Hart sits down with young movers, makers, and innovators across all industries in Central Illinois to uncover their stories, struggles, and successes. From artists and entrepreneurs to educators and engineers, discover how the next generation is shaping the heart of the Midwest—and why Central IL has more to offer than you think. Whether you're looking for inspiration, insight, or just a reason to believe in your hometown, this podcast is for you.MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

24. Living United in Central Illinois

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Living United is a regular podcast produced by United Way of Central Illinois sharing both the stories of the programs, people and organizations creating change in our community, along with how you can help.MORE Category Community Programs, Social Change, Volunteerism
Producer/Network United Way of Central Illinois
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Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

25. Out and About Podcast

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Every Friday afternoon on Day to Day join WCBU's Nathan Irwin and Suzette Boulais, executive director of Arts Partners of Central Illinois for a look at current and upcoming art & cultural events across the region. Day to Day, weekdays at noon on WCBU.MORE Category Arts, Culture, Events
Producer/Network WCBU 89.9
Email ****@bradley.edu
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 11 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

26. Business In The 217

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Weekly business news from Central Illinois -- which includes discussions with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal.
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27. Out Standing in the Field

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Out Standing in the Field is a podcast from the DeWitt, Macon & Piatt County University of Illinois Extension offices. Educator Doug Gucker covers seasonal agriculture issues specific to Central Illinois. Follow him on Twitter @SoilWaterDougUniversity of Illinois * U.S. Department of Agriculture * Local Extension Councils CooperatingUniversity of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment.If you need reasonable accommodation to participate please contact the extension office at 217.877.6042.MORE Category Agriculture, Education, Local Extension Programs
Producer/Network University of Illinois Extension in DeWitt, Macon & Piatt Counties
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Avg Length 7 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

28. The 217 Today Podcast

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Keep up with news in Central Illinois every weekday with 217 Today. Hear the day's headlines, along with one deeper dive, in just ten minutes. Learn about the people and places that make Central Illinois unique with 217 Today.MORE Category Local News, Community Highlights, Regional Topics
Host Kimberly Schofield
Producer/Network Illinois Public Media - WILL
Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 14 Get Email Contact

29. Dialogue

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With the launch of Illinois Soul comes a new local community affairs program, Dialogue, airing each week and highlighting issues important to Black communities in central Illinois. Tune in Saturdays at 11am and again Tuesdays at 7pm on WILL-FM 101.1 to hear interviews along with in-depth stories from the IPM News team about education, health, politics, arts and more.MORE Category Community Affairs, Black Communities, Local Issues
Producer/Network Illinois Public Media - WILL
Email ****@illinois.edu
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30. Buckle Up with Bill

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Buckle Up with Bill is a behind-the-scenes look at healthcare from the perspective of a rural hospital CEO. Hosted by Bill Murdock, President and CEO of McDonough District Hospital in Macomb, Illinois, the podcast brings listeners into real conversations with physicians, nurses, hospital employees, and community partners who are shaping healthcare in west-central Illinois. From patient care and medical innovation to leadership, teamwork, and the challenges of rural medicine, each episode offers an honest and engaging discussion about what it takes to keep a community healthy...MORE Estimated listeners
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