20 Best Illinois Art Podcasts

1. Beyond The Mouse: A Weekly Disney Podcast

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We are a show all about Disney for NPR Illinois Community Voices and for The Front Row Network. Join Craig, Brett and Vanessa weekly as they discuss all things Disney. We talk films, parks and invite guests on including more than ten Disney Legends.MORE Hosts Craig McFarland, Vanessa Ferguson, Brett Rutherford
Producer/Network The Front Row Network
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 80Facebook 504Twitter 241Instagram 3.2K Avg Length 55 min Format Long 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. Design Of Podcast

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The Design Of isn't a podcast about graphic design. It's about the intentional design of how we live, lead, create—and pursue what matters most. Hosted by brand strategist and storyteller Justin Ahrens, The Design Of explores the moments, decisions, and values that shape how people find purpose, navigate change, and create meaningful impact in their lives and work...MORE Producer/Network with host Justin Ahrens
Email ****@rule29.com
Location Geneva, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 34Facebook 3.7KTwitter 4.5KInstagram 6.6K Avg Length 49 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Blue Island Radio Podcast

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The Blue Island Radio Podcast is primarily a music & interview podcast from Blue Island, Illinois featuring a wide range of musical styles. Our host, Brandon Z. also conducts interviews with locals musicians and artists.MORE Host Brandon Zamora
Producer/Network Brandon Zamora
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Blue Island, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 17Facebook 642Twitter 123 Avg Length 134 min Format Extended Get Email Contact

4. IT Records

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A podcast for all the creatures of the night. We apologize for the audio quality of Matt's mic on the first 15 episodes. He finally got a new one and it sounds pretty smooooth. The new mic starts at 'Tom Hanks is in a horror movie.'Regular Podcasters: Lindsey Clark - Lindsey Clark graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Journalism. She is currently putting that degree to great use by working at a bank. Her hobbies include reading, canoeing, trying new restaurants and pal-lin' around...MORE Hosts Lindsey Clark, Matt Johnson, Peter Hansen
Producer/Network IT Records
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5Facebook 57Twitter 13 Avg Length 72 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. THED Talks

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THED Talks is a podcast for theatre teachers and theatre education students. Dr. Jimmy Chrismon, Theatre Education professor at Illinois State University, brings you stories and interviews from experienced K-12 theatre teachers, current theatre education majors, and professors of theatre education that will warm your heart, renew your faith in teaching, and provide resources to better your practice in your theatre classroom. Pour the coffee, relax, and join us for heart-warming conversations and practical advice from practitioners making a difference in students' lives each and every day!MORE Host Jimmy Chrismon
Producer/Network Jimmy Chrismon
Email ****@thedtalks.com
Location Bloomington, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 31Facebook 741Twitter 73Instagram 452 Avg Length 53 min Format Long form 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 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 State of Sound Podcast

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Diving deep into the history of Illinois music with artists, experts and historians. A companion series to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum's special exhibit 'The State of Sound: A World of Music from Illinois.'MORE Producer/Network Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Email ****@illinois.gov
Location Springfield, Missouri, United States
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 61KTwitter 17.6KInstagram 19.5K Avg Length 52 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. iLLANOiZE Radio Show

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Welcome to 'Chicago's Most Valuable Radio Show,' where hosts Bekoe, PrettyRiot, and Illinois Jones bring you captivating conversations with the illest guests from around the city and globe. Join us as we uncover hidden gems and introduce you to your next favorite artist, creative, cultural figure, entrepreneur, business owner and more.MORE Hosts Illinois Jones, Pretty Riot, Stephen Bekoe
Producer/Network iLLANOiZE
Email ****@illanoize.co
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 37Facebook 1.5KTwitter 1.7KInstagram 10.4K Avg Length 51 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. New Trier Performing Arts Stories

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For more than 100 years, the Performing Arts Department (PAD) at New Trier Township High School in Winnetka, Illinois has turned out scores of Hollywood and Broadway stars. From legends like Ann Margret, Ralph Bellamy, and Charlton Heston, to modern stars like Virginia Madsen, Adam Baldwin, and Rainn Wilson, the list of actors, writers, directors, producers, animators, set designers, costume designers, and more, is long. But why? What is it that makes New Trier so different? In this podcast, we will explore the answers to those questions by directly interviewing the graduates themselves...MORE Producer/Network duane@macxprts.com
Email ****@newtrier.k12.il.us
Location Winnetka, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10Facebook 13.5KTwitter 4.7KInstagram 13.9K Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. The Guest List presented by Poss Music Works

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The Guest List is about songwriters, their most impactful songs, and the stories behind them. Bill Poss, a notable troubadour in his own right, is your host and executive producer. Each episode, we ask a traveling North American songwriter to perform their 5 most popular/requested songs -- all in front of a live, invite only, studio audience. Garrett Burris is your audio engineer and producer. JJ Passalacqua with the weather. It's right where you've always wanted to be - on The Guest List! Presented by Poss Music Works, a 501 (c)3 NFP based out of Effingham, IL -- visit us at www...MORE Host Bill Poss
Producer/Network Poss Music Works
Email ****@yahoo.com
Location Effingham, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 14Facebook 2.2KInstagram 694 Avg Length 60 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. The Chris Court Show: An Indie Music Podcast

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The Chris Court Show, originating from Chicago, Illinois, is a dynamic podcast curated by Chris Court, a seasoned broadcaster with a passion for independent music. His podcasting journey began in 2011 after attending broadcasting school, following a history of working with various Chicago radio stations in the early 2000s. Chris, a skilled audio producer since the early 2000s, is not only the show's host but also a talented musician who has written numerous songs and played in original bands. The podcast is a unique blend of underground music, comedy, arts and entertainment. Matt Skrobutt joins Chris as the co-host, adding another layer of wit and charm to the show...MORE Host Chris Court
Producer/Network The Chris Court Show
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 337Twitter 38Instagram 198 Avg Length 41 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. Influenced

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A podcast where we explore what makes great music influential ~ New Episodes the first Wednesday of every month. Recorded in Chicago, Illinois at Abbey Cat Recordings. Follow us Here: https://www.instagram.com/influenced.podcast/MORE Hosts Robert Dean, Blake Sokoloff
Producer/Network Blake Sokoloff & Robert Dean
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 3.3/5Apple Reviews 7Instagram 49 Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. Radio Players Presents

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Radio Players Presents is a series of original radio plays written by Steve Falcone and performed by a group of community actors from throughout southern Illinois. Radio Players Presents is produced in collaboration with WSIU Radio.MORE Host Steve Falcone
Producer/Network Steve Falcone
Email ****@wsiu.org
Location Carbondale, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 3.7KTwitter 2.4KInstagram 781 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

14. The World Jazz Show

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The World Jazz Show features the original compositions of Michael Mason, Jazz and World Flutist who records for the AVG Records Label from Poplar Grove, Illinois. The World Jazz Show will feature local and global musicians who have performed or collaborated with Michael Mason for the past 40 years. There will be discussion on Artist Management and Music Business Industry topics and guest call-in personalitiesMORE Host Bill Batzkall
Producer/Network Bill Batzkall
Email ****@frontier.com
Location Poplar Grove, Illinois, United States
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Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

15. Poetically Yours

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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 ****@niu.eduMORE Host Yvonne Boose
Producer/Network Northern Public Radio
Email ****@niu.edu
Location DeKalb, Illinois, United States
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Apple Rating 3.5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 6.6KTwitter 1.4KInstagram 1.1K Avg Length 9 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

16. 'It's a Long Way to Tipperary': British Song in World War 1

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Companion audio to the Music & Performing Arts Library exhibit on music in World War 1 at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. (Spring 2023)Contributors: Kirsten Barker, Joseph Goldstein, Kathleen McGowanExhibit companion playlist (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6BBQkZp60V9QH2RoxcKJdi Exhibit website: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Producer/Network Kathleen McGowan
Email ****@library.illinois.edu
Location Urbana, Illinois, United States
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Twitter 887Instagram 527 Avg Length 3 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

17. Its Playing in Peoria

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Spend part of your day listening to the beautiful voices of Kayla Harvey and Rachel Kocher in 'It's Playing in Peoria!', a Podcast dedicated to artists of all kinds. Join us each week to meet and celebrate a new Central Illinois local musician, director, artist, performer or something else!MORE Email ****@gmail.com
Location Peoria, Illinois, United States
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Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact