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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.

 

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This Way Out

This Way Out KDRT

This Way Out is an award-winning nationally syndicated show that gives voice to the lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender movement. Fighting for LGBT equality and rights since 1988, the program shows no signs of slowing down!

Live Tuesday 11:30pm-Wednesday 12am
Homepage URL: 
This Way Out on the Web
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Taste, Talk and Whine: All about Wines

Taste Talk & Whine

Tune in for weekly discussions on topics related to wine making and wine enjoyment — plus occasional guests and engagement with listeners. Topics will span the spectrum from technical growing, making, and tasting to what we're drinking to the best places to find a bottle locally.

Live Tuesday 5:30-6pm
Replays Wednesday 11-11:30pm
DJ(s): 
Nicole Salengo Lee, Tree Kilpatrick
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Ralph Nader Radio Hour

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 weeks news.

Live Monday 11pm-Tuesday 12am
Homepage URL: 
Ralph Nader Radio Hour
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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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Education Beat

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KDRT is proud to air EdSource’s new show, Education Beat: Getting to the heart of California schools.

From EdSource: 

"Join us each week as we cover everything from preschool to college, bringing you the personal stories behind the headlines.   We want you to hear the voices that are too often drowned out in the broader conversation: parents, teachers, and the students themselves."

Live Monday 5:10-5:30pm
Homepage URL: 
A production of Ed Source
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Replay of The Folk Brothers from Feb. 2, 2022: Remembering Norma Waterson (1939-2012)

Mon, 02/16/2026 - 11:00am | Jim Buchanan

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The Watersons -- Norma, her sister Lal, brother Mike, cousin John Harrison, and (later) Norma's husband Martin Carthy -- defined the English trad-folk revival of the 1960s. In the '90s, Norma Martin and their daughter Eliza Carthy, morphed into Waterson:Carthy. Even in ill health, Norma was recording until a few years ago. Her contributions to -- and influence on -- English folk music cannot be overstated.

The Folk Brothers playlist for 02/02/2022
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Dashboard Diaries -- Feb. 12, 2016

Thu, 02/12/2026 - 12:30pm | RayK

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This week on Dashboard Diaries, host RayK looks at love from both sides, from Cupid to Tainted Love, as we celebrate the Day of Love. So, whether you’re head over heels or between soul mates, tune in Thursday, 3-4 p.m. on KDRT.org or anytime at Dashboard Diaries.

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Davis Garden Show, Feb. 12, 2026

Thu, 02/12/2026 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today’s topics: protecting young plants, Meyer lemon problems, pruning apricots, Arum italicum, trees flowering now, quick fruit tree training notes, and more.

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Wagman's Corner on IMPLOSION – 11 February 2026

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 7:07pm | Nick Saloman

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Get ready for an extraordinarily special IMPLOSION, as your host Nick Saloman presents a bit of folk-twinged psychedelia in honor and memory of our own Bill Wagman. Yes, it's an all-"Wagman's Corner" edition – featuring tracks from Forest, Hope, Lamb, and more – starting at 8 p.m. Pacific, here on KDRT 95.7 FM + KDRT.org – available anytime for you via the podcast apps! Thank you, Nick, and RIP, Bill.

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Hello Davis! This week it's the Davis Downtown Business Association, Feb. 11, 2026

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 6:20pm | Pieter Pastoor

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This week on the program, Brett Lee — executive director of the Davis Downtown Business Association — sits down with Kevin Wan, owner of Sophia’s Thai Bar & Kitchen.

Their conversation explores the unique challenges facing restaurants in Davis, from rising costs to shifting customer expectations, and how local businesses are adapting to the changing appetites of the public.

It’s an insightful and thoughtful look at one restaurant’s journey — and in many ways, reflects the broader story of doing business in our community.

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In the Key of Folk, Feb. 11, 2026: Songs for the season

Wed, 02/11/2026 - 12:30pm | Karen Leyse

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Coming up Saturday, we have Valentine's Day. In honor of the big V-day, I entreat you to join me at 2 PM today on In the Key of Folk as I dig back into the music archives to come up with a themed show about..  just guess! You'll hear tracks by Kora Feder, Jimmy LaFave, Jim Malcolm (who's coming soon to Davis!) , The Whispering Tree, Laurie Lewis, and others. Music to ease what ails you, and perhaps a laugh or two.

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

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Jazz After Dark, Feb. 10, 2026

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 5:00pm | Don Shor

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On tonight's show:

  • Bix Beiderbecke, Three Blind Mice
  • Buddy DeFranco, Little Girl Blue
  • Barney Kessel, Blues For A Playboy
  • Tal Farlow, Night and Day
  • Annie Ross and Zoot Sims, You're Driving Me Crazy
  • Annie Ross, I'm Nobody's Baby
  • Howard Roberts, Dirty Old Bossa Nova
  • Chuck Wayne Trio, Lady's Love Song
  • Nara Leão, Desafinado
  • Ben Webster & Teddy Wilson, Sunday
  • Ella Fitzgerald, Days of Wine and Roses
  • Cedar Walton, This Guys In Love With You
  • Miles Davis and Quincy Jones, Miles Ahead
  • Jimmy Cobb, Book's Bossa (Roy Hargrove trumpet)
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Today at 1, we remember volunteer extraordinaire Diane Crumley, 1957-2025

Tue, 02/10/2026 - 8:15am | kdrtdj

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The celebration of Diane Crumley’s life will happen this Sunday, Feb. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge, 415 Second St., Davis.

Diane, a volunteer at KDRT since the station began in 2004, and an employee at Davis Media Access for many years, died in late December 2025 at age 68. Her family and many friends invite all who were touched by her life to the memorial. Read more about her in the obituary in the Davis Enterprise.

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Davisville, Feb. 9, 2026: Think of homes in Davis in the 2030s and ’40s — what do you see?

Mon, 02/09/2026 - 5:30pm | Bill Buchanan

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Davis is updating its General Plan, which is meant to guide Davis’ physical development as a community through 2050. The update is a classic, easy-to-overlook civic project that works better when more people know about it and add their ideas about what they want for Davis.

The Davis Community Action Network, a local nonprofit, has spent the last couple of years meeting with people in Davis and Yolo County to learn more about what they would like to see happen in Davis, particularly in the areas of housing and climate. The group summarized its work in “From Voice to Vision: Community Insights for Davis’ General Plan Update,” released a year ago. The housing question has been refreshed by the City Council’s decision last month to place the proposed 1,800-home Village Farms development on the June 2026 ballot.

Today we talk about what the report says with Judy Ennis, executive director of the network, and Jonathan London, a member of its board.

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An all-covers special on Sonic Rehab – Feb. 9, 2026

Sat, 02/07/2026 - 5:00am | Jojo Johanssen

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Get ready for my first themed show! I love a good cover version, and I'm bringing that love to you. Watch for a couple awesome Bowie covers, as well as folks covering Nat King Cole, Sinatra, War, and many others. If you don't like cover versions, join me on Monday Feb. 9 from 1-3 p.m. I bet at least one of my selections will tempt you to the other side.

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