
Illinois Public Media premieres a new weekly radio program and podcast, a partnership with the Department of Climate, Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences in the School of Earth, Society & Environment at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Weather Realness brings the best weather and climate scientists in Illinois to help the public understand weather and climate by providing scientif... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 60 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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Thousands of miles away, the Pacific Ocean is warming which can affect weather patterns worldwide. But how can this affect Illinois?
You may have heard about a potential “Super” El Niño, but what does that mean? We learn how the warming in the pacific ocean can impact global weather patterns.
You’ve heard of forensic scientists from crime shows. But what about forensic meteorologists? These experts reconstruct past weather events and help settle insurance and legal disputes connected with the weather.
You’ve heard of forensic scientists from crime shows. But what about forensic meteorologists? These experts reconstruct past weather events and help settle insurance and legal disputes connected with the weather.
He’s back! Ed Kieser, former chief meteorologist at WILL radio returns to Illinois airways. We learn more about his career and his 1996 tornado forecast.
Illinois has around 60 species of mosquitoes. Learn how climate and weather impacts them and if they pose a risk to public health.
Weather shapes our daily lives in numerous ways, but what about its effect on baseball? Explore the science behind how rising temperatures can boost home runs.
The Champaign Urbana Mass Transit District has driven passengers from stop to stop for decades. But how do they continue their services under severe weather?










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A neuroscience-style focus on weather, climate science, energy, and their real-world impacts percolates through a steady stream of expert guests and practical discussions. Frequent topics include extreme weather events, winter safety and preparedness, the role of nuclear and solar energy in decarbonization, and how climate phenomena influence sports, agriculture, forests, and infrastructure. The show often features university researchers, state climatologists, extension specialists, and industry scientists who translate complex meteorology and energy topics into approachable, actionable insights, with a clear Illinois emphasis. A notable strength is connecting academic insight to tangible outcomes—such as stadium operations, farm resilience... more
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Recent guests on Weather Realness include:
1. Ed Kieser
2. Dr. Chris Stone
3. Alan Nathan
4. Jay Rank
5. Colette Delawalla
6. Brent Olson
7. Lyric Roy
8. Stephanie Saprel
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