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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

The Russ Tolman Goodtime Hour

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Russ hoists anchor and sails the sonic seas near and far to discover and recover pleasingly eclectic, genre-defying musical nuggets new and old, fresh and classic. Russ will attempt to amaze with his smooth segues.

Live Thursday 9-10pm
Replays Friday 7-8am
DJ(s): 
Russ Tolman
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Heart to Heart

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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
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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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Monday Morning Show

The Monday Morning Show with DJ Ned brings variety to morning drive with a mix of music (depending on Ned's mood), production pieces, discussion of current events, occasional guests, general musings on life in Davis, and Ned goofing off 100% of the time.

Live Monday 7-9am
DJ(s): 
Ned
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IMPLOSION

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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
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The Folk Brothers, May 31, 2023: Remembering Brother Peter

Wed, 05/31/2023 - 11:10am | kdrtradio

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Today’s show honors Peter Schiffman, late co-host with Bill Wagman of The Folk Brothers. Peter died unexpectedly on Friday, May 26. Bill is away, and Rodriguez, host of KDRT program Silver Nine Volt Heart, fills in with music and warm remembrances of our friend and fellow Davis programmer.

“Peter, we’re going to miss you a lot here,” Rod says toward the end of the hour. “Thank you for your contributions to radio, particularly KDRT and also KDVS, and your love of music, and your love of live music in Davis.”

You can say many good things about Peter, including the happiness he got from his love of dogs. This love helps the show “end with a smile,” Rod says — by playing a song Peter Rowan performs about dogs, “Drop the Bone.”

Here's this week's setlist:

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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:

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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
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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