WPPM Shows

Toni*J seeks to help you understand how money works through financial literacy. Topics include budgeting, planning of the future, understanding interest and credit, and how to build wealth.

A lighthearted yet, thought provoking show featuring interviews and performances by authors, musical artists, celebrities, innovators and newsworthy people. Hosted by Jerry Hand & AdAM Monaco.

Pacifica Pre-Recorded

Alternative Radio, established in 1986, is an award-winning weekly one-hour public affairs program. The program features conversations with famous authors, intellectuals, and activists. Hosted by David Barsamian

Frank Bellina assembles an audio collage covering a myriad of topics-either current or dated; drawing from many genres of music and other non-musical sources (spoken word recordings) "from the simple to the sublime"--and maybe silly and serious at the same time.

Frank Bellina assembles an audio collage covering a myriad of topics-either current or dated; drawing from many genres of music and other non-musical sources (spoken word recordings) "from the simple to the sublime"--and maybe silly and serious at the same time.

Pacifica Pre-Recorded

Between The Lines is a weekly syndicated half-hour radio newsmagazine featuring progressive perspectives on national and international political, economic and social issues. Squeaky Wheel Productions is our 501(c)(3) nonprofit production company and distributor.

Block by Block is PhillyCAM's LIVE community news radio program, featuring stories from Philadelphia's neighborhoods as reported by a multigenerational cohort of journalists from our community. 

Airs biweekly on Wednesdays from 5:30-6 PM

Our beat is the labor front, broadly defined, both geographically and conceptually. We examine the world of work and workers on the job as well as where they live. We examine the issues that affect their everyday lives, with a particular sensitivity towards human rights abuses, environmental concerns and the U.S. drive for global domination. We record their global struggles and provide analysis of their efforts to empower themselves and transform society to provide greater democratic, human, social, political and economic rights. Each program consists of feature stories, generally interviews, within a historical context, often accompanied by sound from demonstrations, rallies or conferences, and complemented and enhanced by poetry and instrumental or vocal -- people's culture.

Cafe Chill is public radio's curated chill mix, hosted by Seth Bolin, and produced at KNHC in Seattle, WA.

The show specializes in local music, providing studio sessions and interviews from artists and musicians both in the Philadelphia region and around the globe.

A weekly talk show where we highlight inspiring stories of people of color in Philadelphia and South Jersey and how they're making a difference in the city. From young to old, parents to politicians, entrepreneurs to educators, neighbors to new people in the city, Community Voice wants to hear the voice of the people in the city to help create connections and provide resources to build caring and prosperous communities in Philadelphia and New Jersey. Hosted by Jeffrey Jones & Jaqueline Jordan. 

CounterSpin is FAIR’s weekly radio show, produced and hosted by Janine Jackson. It’s heard on more than 135 noncommercial stations across the United States and Canada. CounterSpin provides a critical examination of the major stories every week, and exposes what corporate media might have missed in their own coverage. CounterSpin highlights censored stories and exposes biased and inaccurate coverage, while examining the power of corporate influence and sexism, racism and homophobia in the news.

Keith Brand traces the history and evolution of what is considered “classic” country music, focusing on the era between 1928 – 1965.   Contemporary artists who play in the “classic” country style will also be featured.

Sean Timmons and Fergus Carey co-host the CRAIC Radio show on Thursdays at 5:00pm. “Craic" is an Irish word for good conversation, lively company and great tunes. We share our passion for music new and old and feature a guest who is making music that matters. That’s the CRAIC!

 Sean Timmons and Fergus Carey co-host the CRAIC Radio show on Thursdays at 5:00pm. “Craic" is an Irish word for good conversation, lively company and great tunes. We share our passion for music new and old and feature a guest who is making music that matters. That’s the CRAIC!

Democracy Now! is a national, daily, independent, award-winning news program. Pioneering the largest public media collaboration in the U.S., Democracy Now! is broadcast on Pacifica, NPR, community, and college radio stations; on public access, PBS, satellite television, and on the internet. DN!’s podcast is one of the most popular on the web.
Hosted by Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez

DJ Yardsale presents his collection of strange and bizarre records and free form mixes with a variety of experimental artists and interviews, reviews of exhibitions and live music performances.

Emma Restrepo hosts a conversation that connects Latinxs living in Philadelphia with the ones that live in USA and Latin America to address cultural and social issues.

Dr. Joe Lex offers a radio show for nostalgic OCDs. Each episode features news and music (mostly jazz) from exactly 60 years ago this week in the first hour. Second hour more free-form, like old late-1960s FM. Maybe music collected in his world travels. Maybe highlighting a particular artist or genre. Maybe 10 versions of the same song. Maybe best covers of another artist's songs. It's sort of free-form, but always entertaining and probably educational.

Dr. Joe Lex offers a radio show for nostalgic OCDs. Each episode features news and music (mostly jazz) from exactly 60 years ago this week in the first hour. Second hour more free-form, like old late-1960s FM. Maybe music collected in his world travels. Maybe highlighting a particular artist or genre. Maybe 10 versions of the same song. Maybe best covers of another artist's songs. It's sort of free-form, but always entertaining and probably educational.

Economic Update explores complex economic issues and empowers listeners with information to analyze their own financial situation as well as the economy at large. By focusing on the economic dimensions of everyday life - wages, jobs, taxes, debts, and profits - the program explores alternative ways to organize markets and government policies. Hosted by Richard D. Wolff

All the weird that fits. Obscurities and shoulda-been hits. Outsiders, misfits, prophets, seers, sages. Hosted by Jordan Burgis.

Exploration with Michio Kaku is an hour long radio program on science, technology, politics, and the environment. The topics covered include black holes, time travel, higher dimensions, the future of computers and robots, as well as topics from science fiction.

Global topics and issues of critical importance to the preservation and protection of Mother Earth presented in the voices and from the perspective of the original peoples of the world.

Flashpoints is an award-winning daily investigative newsmagazine broadcast on the Pacifica Radio network, hosted by Dennis Bernstein. Through original reports and some of the key investigative reporters of our time, Flashpoints goes to the core of stories in the areas of government and corporate criminality, human rights, and economic justice.

Ray Collazo talks about personal development, leadership, self-help, communication skills, relationships, news, politics and today's hottest issues with our most inspirational Latinx leaders today.

Hosts Larry McGlynn, Denise Clay-Murray and Hall Monitor Consumer Reporter Lance Haver report and provide analysis on political news and city government issues including administrative, legislative, and public affairs to inform listeners about proposed City initiatives and City Council resolutions and bills. Hall Monitor is live, simulcast on PhillyCAM TV Wednesdays 6-7pm.

Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting. Hosts Davey D and Anita Johnson give voice to issues ignored by the mainstream while planting seeds for social change.

Enjoy live interviews and a mix of new music from our Indigenous musicians from around the Western Hemisphere, a variety of rock, pop, country, flute, powwow, salsa, classical, house and electronica.

A half-hour Spanish language, national and international news program with reports from contributors from more than 30 countries of America and Europe. Informativo Pacifica focuses on: labor, women, Indigenous Peoples struggles, and matters of war and peace. It examines the root causes of white supremacy, discrimination, racism, and the impact of neoliberal policies. Hosted by Norma Martinez

H. Alonzo Jennings plays a variety of Jazz From Afro Cuban to Zydeco with emphasis on classic jazz (Big Band, Bebop , Post bop and the Avant Garde). He covers various styles and genres of Jazz and focus on Philadelphia born and based musicians past and present.

Matt The Cat presents the soul that came before rock n’ roll: 1950s rhythm and blues. Each week, this underrated and rollicking music plays on that old Rockola Jukebox in the back

Weekly oldies dance party featuring music from the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's. Host Ali Hackett talks about the history of music, plays 1 hit wonders, b-sides, album cuts, live versions, and does interviews with the artists.

Latin Waves was started as a resource to educate the public about the extraordinary changes and social movements that are happening in Latin America. There is a literal blackout in the Canadian mainstream media around these historic changes. Our original mandate to cover Latin America still stands but we have expanded our coverage into local/national and international issues making those critical political connections, we bring our listeners in-depth coverage of issues with a focus on the history of an issue and what that history means for us today and most importantly what we can do to move society forward in a healthy way.
Hosted by Sylvia & Stuart Richardson

The Laura Flanders Show is a TV and radio program that seeks to raise radical spirits by interviewing forward-thinking people who have real experience of shifting power, from the few to the many, in the worlds of arts, entrepreneurship and politics.
Hosted by Laura Flanders

Law and Disorder is a weekly, independent radio program. Hosted by three of the top human rights attorneys and activists in the United States Heidi Boghosian, Michael Smith, and Michael Ratner. “Law and Disorder” tackles the most pressing legal issues of the day by bringing listeners into the courtrooms, prisons, protests, and classrooms.

Jeff Abramowitz provides returning citizens with information and resources that help people navigate the barriers and challenges which stand in their way of finding success. The show discusses issues which are the root of recidivism and provides advice, resources, and solutions.

Hosts Arianne Bracho and Claudia Ceballos talk about women's’ issues from a holistic perspective. (Spanish)

Magz FM is a weekly broadcast supporting exciting music and culture. We attempt to cultivate the future of the underground scene, in addition to celebrating and acknowledging present day music and music from the past.
Hosted by Maggy Thump.

Making Contact is an award-winning, 29-minute weekly magazine/documentary-style public affairs program committed to in-depth critical analysis that goes beyond the breaking news. Showcasing voices and perspectives not often heard in mainstream media, Making Contact focuses on the human realities of politics and the connections between local and global events, emphasizing positive, creative and grassroots ways to solve problems.
Hosted by Monica Lopez

The Michael Slate Show is a weekly interview based talk program that explores important factors to help us understand today’s culture, and change the world. As a correspondent for the newspaper Revolution, Slate traveled to South Africa as the only revolutionary journalist from the US to report from inside the heart of the rebellion during the uprisings of the 1980’s.
Hosted by Michael Slate

Two Men. One Podcast. Every Black Film Ever Made. Len Webb and Vince Williams are on The Micheaux Mission. The two friends, always looking for collaborative opportunities, agreed to take on Len's challenge of watching and reviewing every Black feature film ever made and released to theaters. In Vince's words, they hope to give 'Rolling Stones' magazine style examination to these under-appreciated works of art.

Modern Jazz Today is a radio show that focuses on today’s jazz improvisers and creators, cutting their teeth and cutting the edge of sound. We are proud to present Modern Jazz Today as an avenue for discovering a new generation of jazz musicians, composers, improvisers and arrangers. 

Julian Seward's show provides an insight into his life and the way he views the world through various subjects, current events, and personal philosophies. He discusses accompanied by a playlist that directly correlates to the topic at hand. He plays everything from R&B, Alternative, Classic Rock to Instrumental and International music to support the subject of each particular show.

A radio show dedicated to talk about indigenous people living in Philadelphia. News, music, art, interviews, and more. Hosted by Brujo De La Mancha.

Un programa de radio dedicado a hablar sobre los pueblos indígenas que viven en Filadelfia. Noticias, música, arte, entrevistas y más. Presentado por Brujo De La Mancha.

For the best in world music and beyond, tune into the Not Your Mother’s Tongue show every Sunday from 1-2pm. Each week, we’ll explore music from all corners of the globe including music from Africa, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Jamaica, South America and more. Take a trip with Marissa to exciting locales to learn about the music, art, and culture of the people who live there.

The Oldies Time Machine is Familiar oldies from the fifties, sixties and seventies, plus rare tracks and "B" sides that you won't hear on any other radio program. It's these rare tracks and lively upbeat information that make the show different!

Peace Talks Radio is a series of programs about peacemaking and nonviolent conflict resolution. A talk show that aims to promote the free exchange of ideas, empower the voiceless, make the invisible visible, and promote peace, justice, and human rights. Hosted by Paul Ingles, Carol Boss, and Suzanne Kryder

Hosts Rusty Crowell and Jan Alba feature the best in Philly Folk music, interviews with local artists, and information on folk events in the area. 

PhillyCAM member-produced radio specials - pilots, special presentations, one-off shows, or episodes in a short series.

Each week, Planetary Radio's Mat Kaplan visits with a scientist, engineer, project manager, astronaut, advocate or writer who provides a unique and exciting perspective on the exploration of our solar system and beyond. We also showcase regular features that raise your space IQ while they put a smile on your face. 

The Project Censored Show is a weekly public affairs program. The program focuses on “The News That Didn’t Make the News.” Each week, the Project Censored team conducts in depth interviews with their guests and offer hard hitting commentary and analysis on the key political, social, and economic issues of the day with an emphasis on critical media literacy. Hosted by Anthony Fest

Pulling Focus zooms in on what's happening in film and digital media culture in Philadelphia and beyond. Host Gretjen Clausing speaks with filmmakers, curators, critics, scholars and archivists about film, current events and pop culture all while putting great soundtracks and film score music in the foreground.

Dedicated to the historical and cultural preservation of R&B Music, host Tim Marshall features classic to contemporary R&B, Motown, Pop, Soul, Gospel, Jazz and legendary recording acts sharing their rich histories and journeys in the music industry.

Radio Curious is an interview show that explores a wide array of topics concerning life and ideas. Hosted by Barry Vogel

The Ralph Nader Radio Hour is a weekly talk show broadcast on the Pacifica Radio Network, and is available as a podcast on iTunes. Ralph Nader is joined by co-hosts Steve Skrovan and David Feldman for a lively informative hour of interviews with some of the nation’s most influential movers and shakers, and thought provoking discussions of the week's news.

Rising Up with Sonali is an all-women run Radio and Television show that brings progressive news coverage rooted in gender and racial justice to a wide audience. The show is hosted and executive produced by Sonali Kolhatkar. The radio program airs on Pacifica stations KPFA and KPFK, and several affiliate stations. The television show will soon begin airing on Free Speech TV (Dish Network, DirecTV, Roku).

 Sea Change Radio is a weekly show covering the shifts in social, environmental, and economic sustainability. The show is nationally syndicated and podcast globally. Hosted by Alex Wise

Sojourner Truth brings you news and views on local, national, and international policies and stories that affect us all. We draw out how those of us most impacted - women, communities of color and other communities are responding. We also discuss the inter-relationship between art and politics. At the start of our show we bring you the headlines of the day.

A weekly radio show presenting primarily electronic music, blending varied sub-genres, including electro-industrial, EBM, IDM, techno, dark wave, electro-pop, synthwave, space/ambient and more. Hosted by Tony DiPoalo.

Sprouts: Radio From the Grassroots is a 29-minute weekly program coordinated out of the Pacifica Affiliates office, dedicated to showcasing radio content produced at community radio stations and independent production groups. Sprouts celebrates grassroots voices and is renowned for bringing diverse topics to national and international audiences. It is an open door for grassroots radio producers who wish to easily get widespread attention for a particular production, story, or issue.

A news magazine show that deals with arts and culture, political and social issues, and Philadelphia news. Hosted by Lisa Barnes.

DJ Miguel Batista offers a music program for the whole family that focuses on the Latinx musical and cultural scene, promoting different musical genres from bachata, merengue, through salsa, rock and ballads. (Spanish)

DJ K-Tell presents Sylver Alert spinning classic 60s through 90s vinyl cuts with a shout out to Philly's L/G/T/B/Q communities and our straight allies. Enjoy yesteryear's uplifting and personal tales often with an edge of humor with valuable lessons in love, life and gratitude from a variety of special guests. The cup isn't half empty, it's half full-and full of pop rocks!

DJ K-Tell presents Sylver Alert spinning classic 60s through 90s vinyl cuts with a shout out to Philly's L/G/T/B/Q communities and our straight allies. Enjoy yesteryear's uplifting and personal tales often with an edge of humor with valuable lessons in love, life and gratitude from a variety of special guests. The cup isn't half empty, it's half full-and full of pop rocks!

Pacifica Pre-Recorded

Talk Nation Radio is a weekly radio program featuring progressive news and analysis from leading experts on human rights, journalists, scholars, and political activists. Hosted by David Swanson

Hear the sweet and haunting refrains of yesteryear, 78rpm shellac recordings of the 1920s and early 1930s, reproduced--as they were meant to heard--on century-old acoustic phonographs. Old music for new ears, curated by Philadelphia disc-jockey David Atlas.

As a direct result of countless hours spent riding the subway bearing the same name, Kris Domingo and Roy Burton bring you "The Broad Street Line" - an irreverent mix of sports talk, music, pop culture and more.

Eclectic, energetic, enriching radio for kids of all ages. 

Doors are opening! Take a ride with DJ Domino and Vanessa Maria on the Elevated! Step inside and take a musical journey- bringing you the best in Hip-Hop, Punk Rock and Philly Sounds from about Town- Get Lifted.

The Funk Excursion with Brieze Thompson presents a journey through the history, culture, and music of THE FUNK. The program examines the evolution of Funk through critical discussion, interviews and, of course, the Best of Funk in all its many variations. Featuring music from the classic era of the 60’s and 70’s, as well as Jazz Funk, Funky Disco, Techno, Hip Hop, and House, The Funk Excursion presents Funk not just as music of the past, but as a living art form which has, and continues to influence music throughout the world today.

The Light, hosted by Raymond Tyler, is a presentation of great music from all genres and conversations about art, music and style and sometimes timely topics.

Selby Signature (Poison or Medicine) covers Food, Health and Wellness Topics. Host Derwood Selby engages in conversations with local chefs, dieticians, gardeners, and others in the food and health fields.

Selby Signature (Poison or Medicine) covers Food, Health and Wellness Topics.  Host Derwood Selby engages in conversations with local chefs, dieticians, gardeners, and others in the food and health fields.

A.D. Amorosi covers theater, play-writing, opera, performance art, cabaret, improvisational stagecraft, burlesque and drag in the quad-state area, as well as a general concept.

Broadcasting reggae music since 1979, Train To Skaville is devoted to preserving and sharing the musical treasures of Jamaica in the 60s and 70s. We go from early Jamaican R&B and Mento, Ska, Rocksteady, early Reggae, and Dub. From classic hits to rarely heard obscure treasures, we strive to thrill your ears with fresh vintage sounds every week.

A weekly radio show produced with a grant from WGDR Goddard College and the Community for Public Broadcasting. A concentration on music from around the world with particular attention to Indian Classical (both Hindustani and Carnatic), Gamelan (Balinese, Javanese and other forms of Indonesian music), Middle-Eastern classical, ritual and folk traditions, African folk, ritual and Afro-pop music, the many Sufi traditions and variants thereof.

Where, "We Make You Visible." A politically provocative talk show, hosted by Daryl Lloyd centered around local, state and national issues. TLC also interviews political leaders, community agencies, educators, and entertainers on all levels. Also includes a weekly lineup of music featuring the greats of jazz.

One-hour magazine-style, entertainment talk show, hosted by celebrity stylist Charles Gregory and Lauren Sizzle.  They discuss the hottest topics in entertainment news, good news/bad news, and love and relationships. Featuring correspondent, Sparkle, and special in-studio guests.

Snookie Blaze highlights music from the underground by featuring independent artists from all genres from Philly, NJ, and all over the US.

Snookie Blaze highlights music from the underground by featuring independent artists from all genres from Philly, NJ, and all over the US.

What's the Frequency, Kenneth? is a "newsical" series from an award winning writer/producer.. who spent 24 years writing for Dan Rather on the CBS Evening News and has now returned to his roots in public radio. Topics, music and moods vary.