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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.

IMPLOSION is hosted by Nick Saloman, front person of The Bevis Frond. Born and raised in London, England, Nick started buying records as a small child in the late 1950s and began going to gigs and playing in bands as a teen in the late 60s. IMPLOSION is simply an hour of Nick playing the music that he loves (psychedelia, rock, folk, beat, jazz, soul, punk, and more), with a bit of chat thrown in for good measure. Nick says: "If I like it, then there have got to be a few other people who will too.

Live Wednesday 8-9pm

Replays Friday 8-9am, Sunday 5-6pm

DJ(s):

Nick Saloman

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

Heart to Heart

Nothing brings greater rewards than a life filled with love and care for people and the world around us. With Heart to Heart, host "Dr. G" inspires and teaches listeners to live life richly and lightly. To ask a question on the show, call 1.530.792.1648 during the live broadcast. Check the Davis Enterprise to for guests and weekly topics.

Live Wednesday 12-1pm

Replays Sunday 8-9am

DJ(s):

Dr. Gitane

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

Song of Dinosaurs

Songs of Dinosaurs presents songs from the prehistoric era: reptilian rhythms, lizard lyrics, triassic tones, and mammoth melodies with Professor A.

Live Friday 8-10pm

Replays Sunday 8-10pm

DJ(s):

Professor A

More programs ...

Jazz After Dark, May 30, 2023

Tue, 05/30/2023 - 5:00pm | Don Shor

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In the first half we’ll hear Teddy Wilson, Cab Calloway, Lester Young, Art Pepper with Chet Baker, Sonny Rollins, McCoy Tyner, and Ella Fitzgerald. Then comes a tribute to the late Ahmad Jamal with recordings from the 1950s and '60s, and then live with Yusef Lateef in 2012.

Celtic Songlines, May 30, 2023: Celtic prog and more

Tue, 05/30/2023 - 11:00am | David A. Reynolds

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Featured this week on Celtic Songlines are Niamh Parsons, Celtic-Prog with The Third Ear Band and Alban Faum, Cherish the Ladies, The Witches of Elswick, Fay Hield, Andy Irvine & Paul Brady, Boys of the Lough, and Kate Rusby.

Davisville, May 29, 2023: Meet Hanna Nakano, The Dirt’s new owner

Mon, 05/29/2023 - 5:30pm | Bill Buchanan

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Hanna Nakano (pictured in KDRT’s studio) is the latest owner of The Dirt, which aims to be the main place for listings and information about concerts, events, shows and other gatherings in and around Davis. The print-and-online publication began in fall 2010. She took charge a few months ago, has made a few changes, and plans to make more. Today she talks about what drives her, how she landed here after working in television back east, an algorithm-free new feature that recommends shows and attractions, and what she’s doing to make The Dirt work.

Peter Schiffman, rest in peace

Mon, 05/29/2023 - 10:38am | kdrtradio

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Updated May 31

This hurts.

Peter Schiffman, one-half of KDRT's The Folk Brothers, a man loved and respected in countless hearts, homes, communities and towns, died unexpectedly on Friday, May 26.

We send our love and condolences to his family and friends, and to all the dogs he loved so very much.

While Folk Brother Bill is away traveling, KDRT DJ Rodriguez honored Peter's love for music and KDRT during this week's Folk Brothers broadcast.

Peter's daughter posted this announcement to his Facebook page:

Imagining Yolo Davis, May 26, 2023: Bill Pride talks about Davis Community Meals

Fri, 05/26/2023 - 6:10pm | Pieter Pastoor

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This week, Bill Pride, the executive director of Davis Communty Meals and Housing, zeroes in on food, shelter and hope. He shares some eye-opening facts about the services offered by his organization, which provides low-income and homeless individuals and families with housing, food, and human services to help them rebuild their lives.

Imagining Yolo Davis playlist for 05/26/2023

This week Technocult Radio goes dramatic, starting with the 'Kardashian Dinner Party'

Fri, 05/26/2023 - 10:56am | kdrtradio

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Today we have radio plays performed live from Technocult Radio Theater, produced by the students of TCS 112, a radio production class at UC Davis.

First up, about 8 minutes in: "Kardashian Dinner Party," followed by "Insert Group Name Here."

Stick around for the conversations about how the students made their plays, and about the Film Fest @ UC Davis 2023.

Davis Garden Show, May 25, 2023

Thu, 05/25/2023 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today we talk about some planting basics, what can we still plant in food gardens, identifying citrus, flowers in May, and more.

Implosion brings you great music you've probably never heard

Wed, 05/24/2023 - 7:10pm | kdrtradio

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Today on Implosion: More of the best music you never knew -- rock 'n' roll 'n' soul 'n' more -- including tunes from The Accent, Mickie Most & the Gear, and the Seclusions, as a start.

Jazz After Dark, May 23, 2023

Tue, 05/23/2023 - 5:00pm | Don Shor

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First up tonight: Ella Fitzgerald & Duke Ellington, Benny Carter, Benny Carter & Oscar Peterson Trio, Clark Terry with Marian Bruce on vocals, and in a jam session with Oscar Peterson, as well as his All-Star Sax Ensemble.

Then lots of Duke Ellington: from his live performances at Newport and in London, as well as studio recordings from the early 1960s, duet with Coleman Hawkins, and more.

Live this Friday! The Frank Fox Doo Wop Party, benefiting Watermelon Music

Mon, 05/22/2023 - 1:38pm | kdrtradio

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Our very own Frank Fox, host of The Wild Fox Party at 10 a.m. every Tuesday, was in the middle of the doo-wop sound in New York. Now he has single-handedly put together a doo-wop happening to benefit Davis store Watermelon Music, with performances by several groups, a sing-along, and more. The groups include Zest, Tune Up, The Davis Local Vocals, and Frankie & Friends.

It happens this Friday, May 26, 7:30-10 p.m. at Watermelon Music, 1970 Lake Blvd., Davis. There's no cover charge, but all donations will go to Watermelon!

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