live journalism + music + storytelling

You could say we’re throwing a party: a party of live journalism, storytelling and secrets! Join us on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, for Everyone Has a Secret: Local Live(s) + Investigate Midwest / IowaWatch.

Local Live(s) is a show that brings together journalists and locals for a night of entertainment and conversation by and for the people. Think of it as a podcast, but live and on stage. The theme of this event is SECRETS because let’s face it, we all have a secret.

You can join us LIVE in Champaign at Lodgic (and enjoy appetizers and access to a cash bar) or stream it virtually.

Tickets are available on Eventbrite, but they are limited! Join us – in person – for $15 ($20 the day of the event, if available). Or stream the event (live only) for $5.

Our storytellers:

Dana Cronin Agriculture and Environment Reporter, Illinois Public Media and Harvest Public Media

Lyle Muller PolitiFact Iowa editor; retired former director, IowaWatch

Madison McVan Investigative Reporter at Investigate Midwest

Reginald Harwick News & Public Affairs Director for Illinois Public Media

Live music by Lyle Muller