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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.

 

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A Constant Grin

DJ Chris Mussen presents all things modern indie, from shoegaze to psychedelic, dream pop to space rock, post-punk to indie folk. Whatever you prefer on your indie playlists, A Constant Grin is sure to keep you smiling.

Live Friday 2-2:30pm
Replays Saturday 7-7:30pm
DJ(s): 
Chris Mussen
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Davis Garden Show

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Nursery pro Don Shor has been gardening and selling plants in Davis for more than three decades.

Join Don and co-host Lois Richter as they discuss and answer your questions on all things for the garden.

Submit a question (or a brag!) to DavisGardenShow@gmail.com 

Live Thursday 12-1pm
Replays Saturday 9-10am
DJ(s): 
Lois Richter, Don Shor
Homepage URL: 
Davis Garden Show on the Web
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E-Town

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E-Town, taped before a live audience in Boulder, Colorado, features today’s top folk and Americana artists, along with information and discussions on the environment and conservation. Host Nick Forster nimbly walks the line between musician and radio journalist, playing guitar, mandolin, or lap steel with musical guests and then switching gears to engage artists in conversation. Co-host Helen Forster lends her voice to both the spoken and musical portions of the show.

Live Saturday 10-11am
Homepage URL: 
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Big Picture Science

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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: 
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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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Davis Music Fest preview pt.1 on The Audio Ecotone, June 12, 2026

Fri, 06/12/2026 - 12:14pm | Eddy Owt

This week's edition of The Audio Ecotone is part 1 of our Davis Music Fest preview featuring artists from next weekend's fest. This year's lineup features so much great music that we can't fit it all into one show! Listen live Friday 3-4 p.m. Pacific on 95.7fm locally or kdrt.org online!

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Dashboard Diaries -- June 11, 2026

Thu, 06/11/2026 - 8:27am | RayK

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This week on Dashboard Diaries, DJ RayK jumpstarts the Plymouth Voyager and heads back to the '90s. The CD changer is loaded up with the Cure, UB40, Sugar Ray, New Radicals, Nirvana, Art of Noise, and a cast of dozens. There’s plenty of room for everybody, so pile on in. We’ll have you back by dinner! Thursday, 3-5 p.m., on 95.7 FM and KDRT.org!

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Davis Garden Show, June 11, 2026

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 11:05pm | Don Shor

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Today’s topics: hot weather issues, sharpshooter update, pruning a phlox, dealing with a sudden sun increase, lavender, and more.

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Restaurants in Davis: What does It take? on Hello Davis!, June 10, 2026

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 5:30pm | Cyclrn

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This week's guest, Clay Nutting, talks about restaurants in the Davis area with host Brett Lee of the Davis Downtown Business Association. (In the photo, Clay is on the left.)

Clay is a Sacramento hospitality entrepreneur and community leader. He owns the Michelin Guide-recognized restaurant Canon, founded Franquette and Cantina Pedregal, and co-founded Family Meal, a pandemic-era initiative that has provided more than 750,000 meals while supporting local restaurants and workers.

With a background in nonprofit and arts leadership, he helped launch DBA Arts, Sacramento Electronic Music Festival, TBD Fest, and M5 Arts. He also co-founded Restron, an online restaurant ordering platform; is board chair of Valley Vision; and is an executive committee and board member of the Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce.

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In the Key of Folk -- June 10, 2026

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 1:12pm | Karen Leyse

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This week on In the Key of Folk,  we're celebrating the arrival of new music, classic music, and traveling the Nordic lands for some new discoveries. Join in to hear the Haas sisters, Väsen, Østerlide, Wil Maring, Laurie Lewis, and more! What more can we say? The phrase for this week, and always, is "Make new friends, but keep the old." Join in and keep your ears open!

Today: 2 p.m. Pacific on KDRT 95.7 FM or stream at KDRT.org. 

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Jazz After Dark, June 9, 2026

Tue, 06/09/2026 - 5:00pm | Don Shor

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Coming up tonight: Doris Day, Herbie Mann, Ella Fitzgerald, Art Pepper, Miles Davis and Quincy Jones, Billy Taylor & Gerry Mulligan, the Harold Mabern Trio, and Geri Allen.

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Start your week with some Sonic Rehab, Monday, June 8, 1-3 p.m.

Sat, 06/06/2026 - 3:01am | Jojo Johanssen

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DJ Jojo Johanssen is ready to gear you up for another week with a wild half hour where (almost) all the songs have the EXACT SAME TITLE. He'll also be dropping some tremendous Masters at Work remixes, a mini tribute to Dexter Wansel, who sadly passed away recently, as well as another track off the new Brian Jackson album. Not enough to get you to tune in? How bout some Olivia Newton-John, Kinks, and Thundercat? How about a special guest MC? Now he's got you! Tune in for the eclectic ride through excellent music this coming Monday, June 8, from 1-3 p.m. on 95.7 fm or on kdrt.org. If you can't listen live, check out the Sonic Rehab archive for shows from the last couple weeks!

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Divine Intervention -- June 5, 2026

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 5:08pm | Jess Goddésse

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Hold on to your hats, kids. This week on Divine Intervention, we've got enough new music to set your head a-spinnin'. Listen up as we skip across genres to new tracks from the Bug Club, Car Seat Headrest, Corey Harris, Girl Trouble(!), Gun Outfit, Iceage, Lila Downs, Mexican Institue of Sound y Meridian Brothers, Russ Tolman... We'll also introduce our new Goddess of the Month, examine a challenging Vinyl Vespers, visit Critter Corner (Saturday is free-adoption day!), spin a sweet little set of tunes from 1980, and pay a sincere tribute to the dearly departed Tony Head. Join Jess Goddésse at 6 p.m. Pacific on KDRT 95.7fm + KDRT.org. Listen anytime via the web + the podcasts!

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Dashboard Diaries – June 4, 2026

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 12:30pm | RayK

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This week on Dashboard Diaries, DJ RayK fills the land yacht with hi-test, gets it running on at least seven cylinders and throws a dart at the map. It’s a random road trip with the likes of Leon Russell, Wild Belle, Van Morrison, Diana Ross, The Mermen, The Spinners … if it was released on 8-track, we’ve got it covered. Grab a road soda and crank it up!  Thursday, 3-5 p.m., on 95.7fm and KDRT.org.  

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Davis Garden Show, June 4, 2026

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today’s topics: watering, struggling maple tree, more on upright trees, June flowers, and more.

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