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ABOUT US

KDRT 95.7 FM is grassroots radio from Davis, CA, airing an eclectic mix of music and public-affairs programming. A project of nonprofit Davis Media Access, KDRT streams worldwide via KDRT.org.

 

OUR PROGRAMS

Na Mele O Hawai'i

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Join host Beth Post as she features the unique sounds of Hawaiian music — from early icons of island music to today's innovators — exploring styles, the history of the genre, and revered songs and performers.

Live Thursday 1-3pm
Replays Wednesday 10am-12pm, Saturday 11am-1pm
DJ(s): 
Beth Post
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Independent and Local

Independent and Local

Independent and Local is a music program featuring local unsigned artists and bands, including "Moments" — brief interviews with experts in the scientific, health, and artistic communities about interesting topics and current events. The main focus is music, along with a few outside-the-box ideas.

Live Monday 4-5pm
DJ(s): 
Sam Hawk
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Sea Change Radio

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Sea Change Radio is a nationally syndicated program that covers the shift to social, environmental, and economic sustainability.

Live Friday 2:30-3pm
Homepage URL: 
Sea Change Radio on the Web
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3rd Streaming

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Coined in 1957 by Brandeis University professor Gunther Schuller, “Third Stream” is a term used to describe the synthesis of classical and jazz. Join DJ Gary Chew to discover some Third Stream sounds for yourself. 

Live Monday 1-3pm
DJ(s): 
Gary Chew
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Democracy Now!

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Hosted by Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez, Democracy Now is an award-winning syndicated news program that gives voice to perspectives rarely heard in corporate-sponsored media, including independent journalists, grassroots leaders and peace activists, artists, academics, independent analysts, and ordinary people from around the world.

Live Friday 9-10am
Homepage URL: 
Democracy Now! on the Web
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Dashboard Diaries: Nov. 13, 2025

Thu, 11/13/2025 - 12:30pm | RayK

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This week on Dashboard Diaries, host RayK hydroplanes through deep tracks and rainy classics on a wet and wild November Davis day. From Sting to the Temptations to Buddy Holly, it’s all about precipitation today. So come on along ... we’ll take it easy and maybe arrive in one piece, if a little soggy. Thursday, 3-4 p.m. on KDRT.org or anytime.

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Davis Garden Show, Nov. 13, 2025

Thu, 11/13/2025 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today's topics: citrus leafminer and alternate bearing, calatheas as houseplants, gophers and bulbs, turfgrass seed blend, ailanthus and spotted lanternfly.

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IMPLOSION – 12 November 2025

Wed, 11/12/2025 - 3:42pm | Nick Saloman

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Who plays the Nu-Notes, the Chylds, and the Swinging Blue Jeans alongside the Ruts, REM, and Stevie Wonder? Nick Saloman does! Tune in at 8 p.m. Pacific for an always-amazing mix of psych-tinged music on the one and only IMPLOSION, only on KDRT 95.7 + KDRT.org -- oh, and the podcast apps, too!

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In the Key of Folk, for Nov. 12, 2025

Wed, 11/12/2025 - 12:30am | Karen Leyse

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This week on In the Key of Folk we're gonna play some tracks by Evie Ladin and her Band. Did you know that they will be performing in Winters this coming Saturday? Tune in and find out more - it will be a great evening! We'll also pay tribute to our veterans, consider other struggles, and even sneak in couple of tunes by a Canadian or two. And we'll include some Gaelic infusions from Appalachia, Scotland and Ireland. So join us to do a little musical traveling, all here on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. Pacific.

KDRT 95.7 FM in Davis, Ca  | KDRT.org for repeats, podcasts and so much more!

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Jazz After Dark, Nov. 11, 2025

Tue, 11/11/2025 - 5:00pm | Don Shor

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On tonight's show:

  • Louis Jordan, Doug the Jitterbug
  • Quintette du Hot Club de France, Minor Swing
  • Billie Holiday, Mean to Me
  • Lionel Hampton, When Lights Are Low
  • Montana Taylor, Detroit Rocks
  • Ella Fitzgerald The Delta Rhythm Boys, It's Only a Paper Moon
  • Woody Herman and His Orchestra, Four Brothers
  • Wynonie Mr Blues Harris, Earl Bostic, Earl Bostic - Flamingo
  • Gerry Mulligan Quartet, Swinghouse
  • Billy Eckstine, Oop Bop Sh'bam
  • Stan Getz, I Hadn't Anyone Till You
  • Rosemary Clooney With Duke Ellington, Blue Rose
  • Mose Allison, Don't Get Around Much Anymore
  • Harry Carney & The Duke's Men, Baby Blue
  • Carmen McRae, Oh, So Blue (with Dave Brubeck) [Live]
  • Dave Brubeck, Take the "A" Train (Live)
  • New Orleans' Own The Dukes of Dixieland, Petite Fleur
  • Perico Sambeat, Cuando me vaya
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Divine Intervention – Nov. 7, 2025

Fri, 11/07/2025 - 4:30pm | Jess Goddésse

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Listen up Friday eve for Divine Intervention, featuring new music from Bar Italia, SnoCaps, the Last Dinner Party, Anna von Hausswolff & Iggy Pop... a track or two from our new Goddess of the Month... a Vinyl Vespers selection to get your blood pumping as the weather cools... Join your hostésse Jess Goddésse at 6 p.m. Pacific here on KDRT 95.7 fm + KDRT.org + the podcast platforms that bring you pleasure.

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Dashboard Diaries — Nov. 6, 2025

Thu, 11/06/2025 - 12:30pm | RayK

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This week on Dashboard Diaries, host RayK requires roadside assistance as he runs the battery down, playing a heap of soul, a bit of reggae and maybe something from your second-favorite '60s Welsh crooner. So come give us a jump … or a push, Thursday, 3-4 p.m. on KDRT.org  https://kdrt.org/listen or listen to the podcast anytime kdrt.org/program/dashboard-diaries

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Davis Garden Show, Nov. 6, 2025

Thu, 11/06/2025 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today's topics: Houseplants for a cool sunroom, frost, loquats and fireblight, chilling hours revisited, and more.

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IMPLOSION – 5 November 2025

Wed, 11/05/2025 - 1:58pm | Nick Saloman

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Only IMPLOSION brings you the swinging sounds of The Castaways, The Pretty Things, The Rezillos, Sam Dees, Terry Reed, and more, all gathered together in an explosive musical blast presented by your host Nick Saloman, infamous leader of The Bevis Frond! Tune in this and every Wednesday at 8 p.m. Pacific on KDRT 95.7 fm + kdrt.org + anytime on the web and the podcast apps!

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In the Key of Folk, Nov. 5, 2025

Wed, 11/05/2025 - 11:30am | Karen Leyse

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What do you know, today's a perfect day for listening to the radio, and In the Key of Folk will be on in just a few hours, so do what you need to do and then enjoy some tunes. We'll play some classic tracks from across the pond, then move on to recent releases from this terra firma. We're starting off mellow and ending up energized! So join us at 2 PM Pacific, Wednesdays.

KDRT 95.7 FM in Davis, Ca  | KDRT.org for repeats, and exploration!

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