Chambana Proud Podcasts

For those feeling the holiday spirit, Carly & Terri have an abundance of festive activities for you! And for those that aren’t we’ve got you covered with some live music. It’s all on tap on this week’s episode of Chambana Proud. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts:…

Terri and Carly sit down with Central Illinois Business Magazine’s Woman of the Year, DJ Silkee. Tune in to learn how she became the most prolific DJ in Champaign-Urbana and how she is passing on the magic to the next generation. Then plan your weekend, filled with holiday events and ways to shop local. Love this podcast? Leave us a review! This ep…

Happy Thanksgiving! After turkey day, Terri & Carly help get you ready to shop local and check out all the various holiday parades and events happening around Champaign-Urbana. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Shop Local Guide: https…

Ensuring access for all is critical for creating a welcoming environment. Terri & Carly chat with Becca from Community Choices to discuss the important work they’re doing in the community and the new Accessible CU resource that is a true collaborative effort. Stay tuned for a variety of events to check out this weekend, whether you’re ready for the…

It’s time to welcome University of Illinois Dad’s this weekend! Terri and Carly also discuss the shift into holiday mode and a variety of events to get you in the spirit. Check out their ideas for what to do in the Champaign-Urbana area this weekend! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Cente…

This week, Terri & Carly explore our Champaign parks and facilities with the award-winning Champaign Park District showcasing how they engage the community to keep us active throughout the year, even as we head into cooler weather. Stay tuned for their top picks on what to do this weekend around Champaign-Urbana! Love this podcast? Leave us a revie…

As the weekend approaches, Terri & Carly dive into fall events happening in Champaign-Urbana highlighting jazz, local makers, disability resources, and some Halloween fun! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Champaign-Urbana Jazz Festiv…

Podcast Description: Make sure you have a snack handy, as Terri & Carly chat food with Cooking with Paul. His travels to over 25 countries are inspiring him to take you around the world, discovering new flavors and traditions through cooking. Stay tuned for Illinois Homecoming events, and much more! Love this podcast? Leave us a review! This episod…

Fall has a lot in store for us this weekend, with the CU Folk & Roots Festival, Flannel Fest, the start of haunted houses, star watches, and more. Tune in to Chambana Proud to plan you’re weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://kranne…

Podcast Description: In these week’s episode of Chambana Proud, Terri & Carly chat with co-owners of the Rose Bowl Tavern, learning how they transformed this long-time honky tonk into a community space, providing live music and entertainment every day. Plan your weekend with their pick of upcoming events, including wine, fall fests overloaded with …

Podcast Description: Fall is here and ALL the events are happening in Champaign-Urbana. Theatre, soul food, Pride, Oktoberfest, and animals—there’s something for everyone. Tune in and make your weekend plans! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcen…

With fall activities in full swing, Terri & Carly dive into an annual favorite—The Great Pumpkin Patch. Owner and cucurbit expert, Mac Condill, shares how they focus on creating experiences that not only provide fun for the family, but educate us on the importance of this sector of agriculture. Don’t miss what’s coming up this weekend, especially i…

Local bands take on new personas, we celebrate the arts in our parks, and we enjoy some BBQ, all this weekend in Champaign-Urbana. Check out Terri & Carly's recommendations on this week’s episode of Chambana Proud. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krann…

With the CU Pride Festival returning this month, Terri & Carly chat with Martha Mills with Uniting Pride about their important working in providing affirming resources and opportunities for the LGBTQIA+ community. Don’t miss this weekend’s upcoming events, including ELLNORA | The Guitar Festival! This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the…

Fighting Illini Football is back! Whether you’re going out to tailgate or want to eat a lot of cheese this Labor Day Weekend, there’s plenty of ways to get out on this long weekend. Terri & Carly give you some ideas on this week’s episode of Chambana Proud. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Kranner…

Terri & Carly are on-site at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, talking to the one and only Mike Ross, Executive Director, about what makes this space so special and how they bring their mission to life for students, faculty, and the community to have accessible arts & culture. Keep listening for a weekend full of events to make you laugh and…

With students back, there's a palpable energy in the air. Get back into the excitement with some fun events happening this weekend around Champaign-Urbana. Terri and Carly preview some highlights on this week’s episode of Chambana Proud. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Perform…

With school starting shortly, Carly & Terri sit down with Dr. Pam Lau and Stephanie Stuart from Parkland College to learn the many ways the serve our community through education and collaboration, creating a transformative future workforce. Tune in to learn more and hear about the upcoming events this weekend around Champaign-Urbana. This episode i…

Musicals, flowers, art fairs, live music, and beer are just some of the things on tap this weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Tune in as Carly and Terri share a few events to check out as we enter our final few weeks of our summer season. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Per…

This week, Terri & Carly dive in to one of Champaign-Urbana's gems—the Krannert Art Museum. They talk with Rachel about all the upcoming programming, how they are creating a more accessible environment, and what to expect this fall. Stay tuned for all the brilliant upcoming events happening this weekend! This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center…

Fair season is kicking into gear in the Champaign-Urbana area. Hear about that and all the other great events coming up this weekend! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/ Experience Champaig…

Terri & Carly take a deep dive into the stunning Allerton Park & Retreat Center, their robust programming, and their newly announced Folk School—The Farms. Learn how you can curate your experience throughout the year. Stay tuned for some fun upcoming events and get info on the recently launched CU in Asia culinary trail. This episode is sponsored b…

Continue the 4th of July celebrations this weekend with more music, fireworks, and even some mud volleyball. Live music and the Fisher Fair also are here to keep you entertained. Check out what Carly & Terri recommend for your weekend activities. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center fo…

Terri & Carly sit down with Tricia, Deputy Director of the Champaign Public Library, to learn about the vast resources they provide to all in our community. Stay tuned for a rundown of the many events leading up to and including the 4th of July. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Pe…

Carly & Terri run down some top events happening in the Champaign-Urbana area, from celebrating local beer to a big Pride celebration. Tune in and make your weekend plans! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Riggs Fest: https://www.rigg…

Terri & Carly are on the road, talking about how to attract people to Champaign-Urbana. Listen as they talk with Tim & Winona from RoleCall, an organization that is helping communities across the country tell their story, including yours truly. Don’t miss a run down of the many events coming up and how to spend time with dad over Father’s Day. This…

From everything radio-controlled, to Pride, to unique soda, it's happening in the greater Champaign-Urbana area! Here's Terri & Carly's run-down of what you can do this weekend on this week’s Chambana Proud. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcent…

A discussion with Leslie from Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery sheds light on why Champaign-Urbana is ground zero for the best local food scene in the country. Learn about their beginnings in making award-winning goat cheese and how the rich soil in our area provides opportunities for thriving agriculture that feeds the community. This episode is spo…

Tune in as Carly and Terri run down all the great events and activities happening over Memorial Day Weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Military Family History with Bill McLane: https://urbanafreeli…

Terri & Carly are joined by co-chairs, Angela Rivers and Barbara Suggs Mason, of the Champaign County African American Heritage Trail to learn more about this impactful project, their vision of the Trail, and what they hope it will do for the community. Tune in for many important moments in local history and stick around for a round up of what’s co…

With the University of Illinois Commencement and Mother’s Day happening this weekend, Terri and Carly run down all the ways you can get out and celebrate. From a little wine at Alto Vineyards to a family bike ride on the Kickapoo Rail Trail, there’s many ways to enjoy getting out and about this weekend. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Cent…

Terri and Carly sit down with the Champaign County Forest Preserve District that is celebrating 75 years of serving our community. Dive in to learn about the many spaces and amenities while also learning about the impactful conservation and sustainability efforts that impact not just the preserves but the overall health of our area. Stay tuned as t…

It’s a big weekend with the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend taking over the streets. Don’t miss other great events coming up including driving a train and lots of options for theatre. Also learn about why you should support local during National Small Business Week, starting April 30. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Pe…

Coming up on one of the biggest weekends of the year, Carly & Terri catch up with Jan Seeley, Race Director for the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend. She shares highlights for 2023, how the event has evolved and impacted the health of our community, and what’s coming up in 2024. Stay tuned for all the amazing events coming up this weekend, inc…

Terri & Carly go Boneyarding in anticipation of the upcoming Boneyard Arts Festival happening this weekend. Be on the lookout for University of Illinois moms taking over the community with a weekend filled with art, music, belly dancing, and some springtime activities. Check it all out! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Perfor…

Spring is in the air and Terri and Carly look forward to all that’s on the horizon in Champaign-Urbana, including the Boneyard Arts Festival. Tune is as they talk to Kelly White with 40 North, the Champaign County Arts Council so you can learn all that you need to know about this countywide event and why art heals us and creates vibrant communities…

This weekend will put you in a state of awe with the Engineering Open House, Illini Esports Invitational, Edible Book Festival, and impressive dance in downtown Champaign. Get Carly and Terri’s rundown of what you can do this weekend on this week’s episode of Chambana Proud. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. S…

Terri & Carly celebrate the start of spring with an abundance of upcoming events. They chat with Jennifer Gunji-Ballsrud, Director of the Japan House at the University of Illinois about the history of the space, the experiences designed to bring tranquility, and the most popular question—when will we see the cherry blossoms. Tune in to learn more a…

Terri & Carly rundown the weekend events, from movies, games, and the World's Shortest St. Patrick's Day Parade. Tune in now to learn what's coming up in Champaign-Urbana! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Dirty Dancing at the Virgini…

Carly and Terri recap what they've been up to (hint: Bravo drama!) before sitting down with Chancellor Robert J. Jones from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He shares why we're recovering from Midwest modesty, why it’s important to highlight the many innovations from the University, and how it benefits the community and the world at lar…

Into cats, insects, or frogs? You’re in luck this weekend with some fun events that Terri & Carly share. Don’t worry, there’s still basketball and antiquing if furry and creepy, crawly creatures aren’t your thing. Tune in for a rundown of what to do this weekend! This episode is sponsored by the Illini Union Bookstore. Show links: Illini Union Book…

Carly & Terri enjoy a chat with Josh Whitman, Director of Athletics for University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics. He shares his approach to ensuring student success in sports and education, and how incremental change builds a program. Bonus, hear how Josh spends his free time when he isn’t stressing about a game. Stay tuned for …

Mardi Gras is on the horizon! Hear about some upcoming celebrations plus some theatre, events for Black History Month, and a whole lot more happening this weekend in Champaign-Urbana. This episode is sponsored by the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for the Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Chambana Pr…

Podcast Description: Terri & Carly sit down with Patrick Earl Hammie, an accomplished visual artist and Associate Professor & Chair of Studio Arts at the University of Illinois to explore personal and shared Black experiences through his artwork. Discover what inspires him and how he approaches teaching his students. Stay tuned to the end as Carly …

It’s an art-filled weekend with light shows, live music, comedy, and theatre. Hear about these events plus a reminder for the final weekend of Restaurant Week. Check it out and make your plans! This episode is sponsored by the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for the Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ C…

Warning: Eat a snack before tuning in as Terri & Carly talk food with Jordan from Baldarotta’s Porketta & Sicilian Sausage and Mubanga from Stango Cuisine. These two long-time Restaurant Week participants share what makes their food special, what it’s like to cook for the Champaign-Urbana area, and where they eat when they aren’t cooking. Make sure…

Tune in as Carly and Terri discuss this weekend’s upcoming events from Lunar New Year to a little Country music. This episode is sponsored by the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Lunar New Year: https://champaign.org/event/family-fun-night-lunar-new-year-lanterns-7292792 and https://oiir.illinois.edu/aacc/aacc-events/lunar-new-y…

Following the holidays, Carly and Terri finally catch up with each other in the New Year and provide an update on Team Champaign-Urbana vs. Team Urbana-Champaign. Tune in as they chat with Erez Cohen, Executive Director of Hillel at the University of Illinois. Learn about their local and worldwide impact as they celebrate 100 years serving the stud…

While we’re taking some downtime after the holidays, there’s plenty of basketball, outdoor hiking, and a little art to enjoy this weekend. Terri & Carly give the rundown of what’s happening this weekend. This episode is sponsored by Furniture Lounge. Show links: Furniture Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/furniturelounge/ Fighting Illini Women’s Bas…

Whether it’s team Champaign-Urbana or team Urbana-Champaign, our sister cities led by Mayor Deb Feinen (Champaign) and Mayor Diane Marlin (Urbana) work together to create a place we can all call home. Listen in as the mayors share their visions for the cities and how they collaborate to improve quality of life for all residents no matter what side …