Interviews

An interview with head instructor of Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school shows that there is much more to the art than just competing. 

Robert King, a progressive democrat currently pursuing his doctorate in Public Administration from the University of Illinois at Springfield, has announced that he will seek the District 10 Champaign County Board seat.

Julia talked to Steve Berlin of legendary latin-american guitar rock band Los Lobos about coming up in the 80s and changes in the Internet era.

Gabriela Quintero of Mexican guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela speaks about developing a unique style out of metal guitar and learning to play rhythms with her instrument.

Will spoke with David Maness, one half and one brother of The Maness Brothers ahead of their show at Cowboy Monkey on Friday.

Mike spoke to John Scofield about collaboration, touring Europe and the uniqueness of ELLNORA Guitar Festival.

A group of local thespians is restoring the Homer Opera House and, in the process, bringing a center for arts and culture to Homer.

Patrick had a chance to speak with Patterson Hood of Drive-By Truckers prior to their performance this Friday at Krannert Center for ELLNORA.

But even if physics and the other hard sciences aren’t your thing, there’s enough room in our big, wide universe to enjoy and learn about what’s out there, as the Champaign-Urbana Astronomical Society shows us all.