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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

NextGen Talks

NextGen Talks  is a youth-driven program that offers a fresh perspective on state politics, featuring interviews with city officials and state leaders. Hosted by Jazmin Garcia, a high school junior with extensive experience in local government, the program highlights issues that matter most to young people, such as public safety, housing, and education. By focusing on the local actions that shape the future for youth, NextGen Talks aims to bridge the gap between young citizens and their city leaders, fostering a more engaged and informed community.

Live Friday 5-5:30pm
DJ(s): 
Jazmin Garcia
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That's Life

Lois Richter’s format for That’s Life is mostly interviews. Recurring topics include Davis activities and groups; work and life choices; philosophy and theory; plus birding, cooking, art, and other passions. Lois occasionally breaks into music — from ballads to the slack key sounds of Hawaii to golden oldies rock 'n' roll — but mostly there is just talk.

To suggest a topic for discussion or a person to interview, text Lois or leave a message in the comments here.

Live Tuesday 12-1pm
DJ(s): 
Lois Richter
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Juke In The Back

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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.

Live Tuesday 9-10pm
Homepage URL: 
http://www.jukeintheback.org/
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Davisville

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Davis has interesting people, ideas, connections, and events. On Davisville, host Bill Buchanan presents stories that have some connection to Davis. The program has won 17 Excellence in Journalism awards from the San Francisco Press Club since 2018, including first place in radio/podcast public affairs programs for 2025, plus a national Hometown Media Award for excellence from the Alliance for Community Media in 2024. Contact: davisville @ dcn.org

Live Monday 5:30-6pm
Replays Saturday 8:30-9am
DJ(s): 
Bill Buchanan
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Cowboy Tracks

Join Nancy around the campfire to hear authentic Western roots music and cowboy poetry. Something deep in your soul will resonate to stories from the early wranglers, Mexican vaqueros, Old West adventurers, Silver Screen buckaroos, Western Swing bands, contemporary real cowboys, and all who appreciate wide open spaces, freedom, and the western lifestyle.

 

Live Wednesday 1-2pm
Replays Sunday 2-3pm
DJ(s): 
Nancy Flagg
Homepage URL: 
Cowboy Tracks
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IMPLOSION – 29 October 2025

Wed, 10/29/2025 - 4:30pm | Nick Saloman

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It's almost time for IMPLOSION, blasting through the airwaves with music from the Three Degrees, the Toggery Five, the Tyrnaround, Love Sculpture, and more! Join Nick Saloman at 8 p.m. Pacific right here on KDRT 95.7 FM + KDRT.org + those uncanny podcast apps. 

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In the Key of Folk, Oct. 29, 2025

Wed, 10/29/2025 - 12:30pm | Karen Leyse

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On this afternoon's In the Key of Folk, we'll play a couple of tracks from the new album by banjoists extraordinaire, Alison Brown and Steve Martin, along with several other nice new releases. Then we'll walk down a dark twisty trail to visit with some rather sinister songs of long ago, all in honor of this Friday. Traditional, but not always so sweet. Enjoy, my little dearies!

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KDRT spooky Suds & Sounds – Oct. 29, 2025

Wed, 10/29/2025 - 12:00pm | Jess Goddésse

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TODAY – Wednesday, Oct. 29 – please come on down to Suds & Sounds, our monthly meet & greet + live music from Nancy Northrup + on-tap beverages + potential (optional) costumery to celebrate this spooky season! See you at 4 p.m. at Armadillo Music in downtown Davis!

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Jazz After Dark, Oct. 28, 2025

Tue, 10/28/2025 - 5:00pm | Don Shor

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On tonight's show, lots of live concert performances:

  • Red Norvo, All of Me (Live) [feat. Frank Sinatra]
  • Frank Sinatra, One for My Baby (And One More For the Road)
  • Ramsey Lewis Trio, Fly Me to the Moon (Live)
  • Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie and His Orchestra & Tommy Flanagan, L.O.V.E. (Live)
  • Dave Brubeck, Rotterdam Blues
  • Paul Desmond Quartet, Take Five
  • Stan Getz, Infant Eyes
  • Gerry Mulligan, Mel Tormé & George Shearing, Jeru (Live)
  • Lew Tabackin and Toshiko Akiyoshi, How Do You Get to Carnegie Hall?
  • Shirley Horn, Once I Loved (Live)
  • Piano Connection & Marcs Boogie, I Remember Jimmy Yancey
  • Bucky Pizzarelli, Jersey Bounce
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Getting involved with the help of song, on Listening Lyrics, Oct. 24, 2025

Fri, 10/24/2025 - 5:20pm | Pieter Pastoor

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"Think something’s missing?

"Something needs fixing?

"Some folks could use a hand? Don’t just scratch your head—get involved!

"This hour on Listening Lyrics might just show you how, one song at a time."

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Davis Garden Show, Oct. 23, 2025

Thu, 10/23/2025 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today's topics: unusual grape varieties, bringing your houseplants indoors, the subtropical spectrum, Lantanas, apples for California, weed ID resource, late season caterpillars, wildflower seeds, and more

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Dashboard Diaries -- Oct. 23, 2025

Thu, 10/23/2025 - 12:00pm | RayK

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This week on Dashboard Diaries, host RayK drives like a maniac, playing live tracks from Tom Petty, Bonnie Raitt, Tedeschi-Trucks Band, John Hiatt and many others. So get in and hang on!

Tune in Thursday, 3-4 p.m. on KDRT.org, or listen to the podcast anytime.

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IMPLOSION – 22 October 2025

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 5:00pm | Nick Saloman

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This week on IMPLOSION, your host Nick Saloman presents tracks from the Endd, the Fifth Order, the Hi-Numbers, the Who, the Fraternity of Man, and many more groups and groovers. Tune in at 8 p.m. Pacific on KDRT 95.7 fm + KDRT.org! Listen on demand via the web and the podcast apps!

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In the Key of Folk, Oct. 22, 2025

Wed, 10/22/2025 - 11:30am | Karen Leyse

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It's almost In the Key of Folk time again. When, you ask? We are live at 2 p.m. every Wednesday, and that's today! We'll include new releases from the world of contra dance and Quebecois musicians, featuring Eloise & Co, the Engine Room, and Le Vent du Nord. We'll also play tracks from 1st nations singer William Prince; the Irish brothers band, Ye Vagabonds; more from Carla Gover's new album Kentucky Queen; along with past tunes from other folksters. Tune in to check it out!  

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

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Jazz After Dark, Oct. 21, 2025

Tue, 10/21/2025 - 5:00pm | Don Shor

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On tonight's show:

  • Jimmy Dorsey & His Orchestra, Contrasts
  • Jimmy Dorsey & His Orchestra, All of Me
  • Artie Shaw, Begin the Beguine
  • Fats Waller, Honeysuckle Rose
  • Barney Bigard & His Jazzopators, Moonlight Fiesta (a/k/a "Swing Alero")
  • Barney Bigard & His Jazzopators, Get It Southern Style
  • Benny Goodman, Sing, Sing, Sing (With A Swing)
  • Johnny Hodges and His Orchestra & Duke Ellington, Peckin'
  • Lester Young & The Kansas City Six, Jo-Jo
  • Jimmie Lunceford and His Orchestra, Swingin' On C
  • Charlie Barnet & His Orchestra, Cherokee
  • Sidney Bechet, Make Me A Pallet on The Floor
  • Harry James, I Cover the Waterfront
  • Billy Eckstine, I Love the Rhythm in A Riff
  • Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli, The Man I Love
  • Frank Sinatra, I Get a Kick Out of You
  • Ella Fitzgerald, Georgia on My Mind
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