| KDRT 95.7FM Davis

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.

Tune in for a wide variety of roots music — including doo-wop, gospel, jazz, blues, rock 'n' roll, Latin, African, and hillbilly/country bluegrass — from the early 1920s to contemporary times. The Wild Fox Party focuses on vocal groups , small-group ensembles, and outstanding vocalists and instrumentalists who never or hardly ever get heard. The music provides a forum for learning about history and diverse cultures, and it does so through the exposure of music as art, highlighting points in time that will last forever via the medium of audio recordings.

Live Tuesday 10-11am

Replays Tuesday 10-11pm

DJ(s):

Frank aka Dr Doowop Fox, Doo Wop Dave

Homepage URL:

DrDoowop

Exploration with Michio Kaku

An hour long radio program on science, technology, politics, and the environment. Topics covered include black holes, time travel, higher dimensions, string theory, wormholes, search for extra-terrestial life, dark matter and dark energy, the future of space travel, genetic engineering, the aging process, the future of medicine, the human body shop, artificial intelligence, the future of computers and robots, as well as topics from science fiction. Hosted by Michio Kaku.

Live Thursday 11pm-Friday 12am

Homepage URL:

Exploration on the web

Big Picture Science

Through smart, intellectual, and engaging storytelling, Big Picture Science discusses today’s biggest scientific stories and breakthroughs by interviewing leading researchers and scientists. The program delivers the information in unorthodox yet clever ways, proving that science radio doesn’t have to be dry, even if the humor is.

Live Monday 12-1pm

Homepage URL:

Big Picture Science on the web

The Shortwave Report

The Shortwave Report is a weekly review of global news stories recorded via shortwave radio.

Live Tuesday 5-5:30pm

Homepage URL:

The Shortwave Report on the web

Na Mele O Hawai'i

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 Saturday 11am-1pm

DJ(s):

Beth Post

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Hattie Craven is live on Listening Lyrics, this Friday at 4

Thu, 08/06/2026 - 4:07pm | Pieter Pastoor

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Hattie Craven is a genre-blending singer, multi-instrumentalist, and magnetic performer who has been onstage since early childhood. Raised in a deeply musical household and mentored by her father, award-winning artist and educator Joe Craven, she made her festival debut when she was 4 years old on the Kate Wolf Music Festival main stage alongside Laura Love.

Hattie will appear at Watermelon Music on Aug. 7, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.

Davis Garden Show, Aug. 6, 2026

Thu, 08/06/2026 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today’s topics: sun scald on tomatoes, citrus leaf problems, screening a view, brown-eyed susans, and more.

John Murrieta, Master Gardener, on Hello Davis!, Aug. 5, 2026

Wed, 08/05/2026 - 5:30pm | Pieter Pastoor

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In this episode of Hello Davis!, we welcome John Murrieta, a certified Master Gardener and dedicated community volunteer.

Through his work with a local university extension program, John shares practical, science-based advice to help people garden more successfully and sustainably. When he is not tending a garden, you may find him volunteering at the Woodland Public Library or helping at a local high school.

John’s enthusiasm for gardening—and for life—is contagious. Listen in as he shares his knowledge, stories, and love of all things gardening.

In the Key of Folk -- Aug. 5, 2026

Wed, 08/05/2026 - 2:00pm | Karen Leyse

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Today's In the Key of Folk is focusing a bit on unconformities, and perhaps on nonconformities also. What could your DJ be thinking??? Just tune in to hear a variety of tunes, including a topical track by Karine Polwart, some new releases by Laurie Lewis, The Punch Brothers, ES Pearl (or is that Ed Snodderly?), and more. Oh, and the photo with the blog is of the Carlin Unconformity, why? Tune in and check it out!

When? Today: Wednesday, 2 p.m. Pacific on KDRT 95.7 FM, Davis, and at KDRT.org

Jazz After Dark, Aug. 4, 2026

Tue, 08/04/2026 - 8:00pm | Don Shor

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On tonight's show: Harry James, Fats Waller, Lena Horne, Hank Mobley, Gerry Mulligan, Annie Ross and Zoot Sims, Mose Allison, Etta Jones, Herbie Mann, Rosemary Clooney, Ramsey Lewis Trio, Ella Fitzgerald, Joe Pass with Ella Fitzgerald, and Paul Desmond.

Turn Monday into funday with Sonic Rehab! this Monday, Aug. 3, at 1 p.m.

Sat, 08/01/2026 - 3:43am | Jojo Johanssen

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DJ Jojo Johanssen is BRINGING it this week. Some disco heat for the triple digits from Cameo, Celi Bee & The Buzzy Bunch and Sounds of Inner City, celebrating a cult soap opera parody from the '70s! Some classics from Zero 7 and Mr. Scruff! A couple sambas! Did someone say some more new Brian Jackson?

Your wish is Jojo's command on the next Sonic Rehab, this Monday, Aug. 3 from 1-3 p.m. Pacific time. As long as you're wishing for what's listed above. Can't listen live? That's ok! You can check it out at your leisure for the next two weeks in the kdrt archives. Do it, do it.

The Electric Compost Heap -- July 31, 2026

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 6:00pm | Dug Deep

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Tonight's edition of The Electric Compost Heap is nothing to sneeze at! We'll blow out new tracks from Son Volt, Thao, and Dinosaur Jr.! Grab a tissue and join us at 6 p.m. Pacific on KDRT 95.7fm + KDRT.org! Listen anytime via the web + the podcast apps!

Songs about coffee, on Listening Lyrics, July 31, 2026

Fri, 07/31/2026 - 4:00pm | Pieter Pastoor

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Listen NOW to songs about coffee.

Coffee in the cup, music in the air

Songs about java are playing everywhere.

From a gentle sip to a lively beat,

Listening Lyrics makes coffee sound sweet.

Davis Garden Show, July 30, 2026

Thu, 07/30/2026 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today’s topics: tomato reports, crape myrtle aphids, citrus leafminers, overdoing nitrogen, fruit twinning, loquats, and more.

What happens to a college town when the students leave and it's hot, on Hello Davis!, July 29, 2026

Wed, 07/29/2026 - 5:30pm | Pieter Pastoor

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What can you do in Davis when the temperature climbs close to—or even above—100 degrees? Besides standing in front of the refrigerator with the door open, Michael and Gray from My Davis California have a few better ideas. Today on Hello Davis!, they explore and review some enjoyable ways to beat the heat, stay cool, and still make the most of Davis.

Special alert for all the foodies: Some delicious local options are on the menu. So grab a cold drink, find a shady spot, and listen in!

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