Monday

    Ukrainecast

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    Ukrainecast brings you the latest from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Featuring veteran BBC news correspondents, including Gabriel Gatehouse and Victoria Derbyshire, plus expert insights, this BBC News Ukraine podcast uncovers and explains the latest events from the conflict. Go behind the headlines and stay up to date with the latest events from Ukraine with […]

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    The Shortwave Report

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    The Shortwave Report   Tune in to "The Shortwave Report," a 30-minute review of news stories sourced from both shortwave radio transmissions and the internet. Your host, Dan Roberts, brings you diverse perspectives and fresh insights from across the globe. Stay informed and connected with new sources of news and information. Listen globally as Dan […]

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    Alive & Kicking

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    Alive & Kicking is more than just a radio show—it’s the soundtrack of your life. Hosted by DJ Jim Stellar, this show transforms minutes into moments, taking you on a journey through all the feels—but mostly the feel-good feels. We’ll dance, we’ll shout, we might even shed a tear (just a little), but most of […]

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    Salt Lake Dirt

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    Every week, Salt Lake Dirt features interviews with writers, filmmakers, and other artists. Kyler Bingham hosts the show, focusing on the creative process and how artists find inspiration. In each interview, guests discuss their work, influences, and thoughts. The show provides listeners with a behind-the-scenes look at the work of some of today’s most talented […]

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    Mature Content

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    Mature Content Hosted by DJ Pixie Mondays, 8 PM – 10 PM Pirate Cat Radio – KPCR 92.9 FM Los Gatos & KMRT 101.9 FM Santa Cruz Streaming at kpcr.org Bold, uncensored, and unapologetic. Join DJ Pixie every Monday night for Mature Content—two hours of raw, real radio packed with sharp opinions, provocative stories, and […]

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    Lava Lamps and 8-Track Theatre

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    Get ready for a sonic journey unlike any other! Lava Lamps and 8-Track Theatre, hosted by the incomparable DJ Nurse Annabella (also known as Isabella Acuna), is your weekly escape into the wonderfully weird. Every Monday at 10 PM, join Annabella as she curates a unique blend of sound and vision. You'll hear the deepest […]

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Tuesday

    Ukrainecast

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    Ukrainecast brings you the latest from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Featuring veteran BBC news correspondents, including Gabriel Gatehouse and Victoria Derbyshire, plus expert insights, this BBC News Ukraine podcast uncovers and explains the latest events from the conflict. Go behind the headlines and stay up to date with the latest events from Ukraine with […]

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    NorCal Narratives

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    Each week, NorCal Narratives spotlights voices from across Northern California who are rethinking work, art, learning, and community. We speak with educators, artists, organizers, scientists, and others shaping the region’s cultural and intellectual life. From college classrooms to co-ops, from archives to activist spaces, we explore how people live, create, and challenge the world around […]

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    Drinks with Tony

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    Drinks with Tony Drinks with Tony is an interview show hosted by Tony DuShane. The show features interviews with writers and storytellers. Over the years, DuShane has interviewed Nick Cave, Steve Buscemi, James Ellroy, Parker Posey, Amy Sedaris, and more. The show started in 2002 as a podcast. It has also aired on various radio […]

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    “I want you to know…”

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    “I want you to know…”   Nero Nava is a filmmaker, writer, musician, and professional creative who hosts “I want you to know…” on KPCR 92.9FM. Nero interviews various guests, from artists and archivists to taste-makers and activists. These interviews are sandwiched between songs selected by the guest and Nero himself. As Nero says, "Choices, […]

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    Loud ’n Local

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    Hosted by Romeo Venezia (TurtleBoy) and Alex Gryciuk (Boss Banana) A weekly deep dive into the Bay Area’s thriving underground. Loud ‘n Local celebrates the artistry, diversity, and grit of local music scenes—from punk basements to backyard cumbia sets. Each week brings a new theme, subculture, or genre spotlight, all rooted in our community. You’ll […]

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    Faster and More Intense

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    Faster and More Intense Hosted by Slam! Tuesdays, 9 PM – 11 PM Pirate Cat Radio – KPCR 92.9 FM Los Gatos & KMRT 101.9 FM Santa Cruz. Streaming at kpcr.org No chill. No breaks. Just volume. Faster and More Intense is two hours of sonic overload—punk, electronic, metal, experimental, and anything else that hits […]

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    ANNOYED

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    Get annoyed—in the best way possible. Bay Area comedy powerhouse Susan Maletta hosts ANNOYED, a late-night comedy show exploring everything that grinds our gears and how we laugh our way through it. Each episode dives into Susan’s biggest pet peeves, backed by real (and ridiculous) articles on anger management, followed by hilarious interviews with local […]

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Wednesday

    Ukrainecast

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    Ukrainecast brings you the latest from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Featuring veteran BBC news correspondents, including Gabriel Gatehouse and Victoria Derbyshire, plus expert insights, this BBC News Ukraine podcast uncovers and explains the latest events from the conflict. Go behind the headlines and stay up to date with the latest events from Ukraine with […]

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    Los Gatos Lifestyle

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    Local voices. Real stories. Brian Sparkes brings you behind the scenes of Los Gatos, talking with small business owners, community leaders, and creative locals who shape the town’s food, culture, and spirit. Part spotlight, part conversation, all Los Gatos.   ✨Hosted by Brian Sparkes Wednesdays at 11 AM - 12 PM Pirate Cat Radio KPCR […]

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    Alive & Kicking

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    Alive & Kicking is more than just a radio show—it’s the soundtrack of your life. Hosted by DJ Jim Stellar, this show transforms minutes into moments, taking you on a journey through all the feels—but mostly the feel-good feels. We’ll dance, we’ll shout, we might even shed a tear (just a little), but most of […]

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    Kitty Castle

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    Hey, are you a rocker? Tune in to Enjoy Loud Night Wednesday nights from 6-8 pm PST with your host, Steph, at Kitty Castle for some of the best hardcore punk, d-beat, noisecore & crust in the world, and hang around for the second hour of you feel like dancing to depression-curing city pop and […]

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    MUSIC. IT’S POWERFUL STUFF

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    Step into two hours of music handpicked by Mike Park, founder of Asian Man Records and longtime voice in the ska-punk scene. It’s community radio at its purest: no playlists, no corporate filter, just songs that move you. “I’ve always wanted to do a live radio show,” Mike says. “I trained to do one at […]

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    The Cold War Happy Hour

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    Get ready for an electrifying 90 minutes of pure musical euphoria! Join the one and only Sandy Wilson, the brilliant mind behind the soundtracks of Academy Award-winning masterpieces like "Searching For Sugar Man" and "Undefeated," and the musical genius at Light In The Attic Records. He's here to take you on an exhilarating journey through […]

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Thursday

    Ukrainecast

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    Ukrainecast brings you the latest from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Featuring veteran BBC news correspondents, including Gabriel Gatehouse and Victoria Derbyshire, plus expert insights, this BBC News Ukraine podcast uncovers and explains the latest events from the conflict. Go behind the headlines and stay up to date with the latest events from Ukraine with […]

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    RESET

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    RESET Hosted by Tonya J. Long Thursdays, 11 AM – 12 PM Pirate Cat Radio – KPCR 92.9 FM Los Gatos & KMRT 101.9 FM Santa Cruz Streaming at kpcr.org Your weekly guide to what’s next. Hosted by Bay Area community builder, AI humanitarian, and bestselling author Tonya J. Long, RESET explores the intersection of […]

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    Alive & Kicking

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    Alive & Kicking is more than just a radio show—it’s the soundtrack of your life. Hosted by DJ Jim Stellar, this show transforms minutes into moments, taking you on a journey through all the feels—but mostly the feel-good feels. We’ll dance, we’ll shout, we might even shed a tear (just a little), but most of […]

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    Heavy Lemon Radio Hour

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    Heavy Lemon is a small group of friends working together to host DIY music events for all ages in San Jose, CA. We throw 3 to 4 shows each month at local businesses (e.g., Jade Cathay Chinese Restaurant, Chromatic Coffee), supporting bands on tour and featuring local indie, rock, and punk artists. We created the […]

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    Darque Party

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    Darque Party Tune in to our Darque Party radio show for a mix of old, new, and undead darkwave, post punk, goth, deathrock, shoegaze, and industrial music. Get lost in tracks by Lebanon Hanover, Joy Division, and new releases from Voidsinger, The Foreign Resort, and Frank Tovey. Let the haunting melodies of Cinema Strange and […]

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    Art Bell Somewhere in Time

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    Art bell was the host of the famous late-night radio talk show Coast to Coast AM. His radio program dealt with various topics, including conspiracy theories, UFO sightings, ghosts, time travel, and other paranormal topics. Bell had a large and devoted following of listeners interested in his often controversial and always fascinating topics. He was […]

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Friday

    Ukrainecast

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    Ukrainecast brings you the latest from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Featuring veteran BBC news correspondents, including Gabriel Gatehouse and Victoria Derbyshire, plus expert insights, this BBC News Ukraine podcast uncovers and explains the latest events from the conflict. Go behind the headlines and stay up to date with the latest events from Ukraine with […]

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    Ralph Nader Radio Hour

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    Ralph Nader Radio Hour   Ralph Nader is a well-known political figure who has been active in American politics for many years. In recent months, he has become increasingly vocal about the state of the country and the world. On his popular radio show, Ralph Nader Radio Hour, he regularly discusses current affairs and often […]

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    Drinks with Tony

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    Drinks with Tony Drinks with Tony is an interview show hosted by Tony DuShane. The show features interviews with writers and storytellers. Over the years, DuShane has interviewed Nick Cave, Steve Buscemi, James Ellroy, Parker Posey, Amy Sedaris, and more. The show started in 2002 as a podcast. It has also aired on various radio […]

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    Alive & Kicking

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    Alive & Kicking is more than just a radio show—it’s the soundtrack of your life. Hosted by DJ Jim Stellar, this show transforms minutes into moments, taking you on a journey through all the feels—but mostly the feel-good feels. We’ll dance, we’ll shout, we might even shed a tear (just a little), but most of […]

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    Positive Vibrations

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    Join Ian Ridsdale as he hosts Positive Vibrations. An exploration into the world of neo-psychedelia, psych music from the early 1980s until now.  Ian also highlights bands and artists that pioneered the psychedelic sound after its peak in the '60s, mixing in sounds of the paisley underground, dream pop, '90s shoegazing, and all psych-inspired alternative […]

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    Bottom of The Pops

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    Discover a captivating array of music that encompasses known-knowns, known unknowns, and unknown unknowns, all blending old and new melodies. Hosted by Sean Hocking, whose love for dissonant and unique music stems from his Caribbean upbringing, each tune carries the influence of vibrant steel bands. From witnessing iconic performances by Roxy Music, Black Flag, and […]

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Saturday

    The Tiki Lounge Happy Hour

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    The Tiki Lounge Happy Hour   The Tiki Lounge Happy Hour is your weekly journey through the musical moods of the mid-century hosted by D. Argyle Vermouth. Exotica, lounge, and space-age pop masterpieces old and new. Join us on this musical expedition as we explore the sounds of a bygone era and transport you to […]

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    The Tiki Lounge “Extra” Happy Hour

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    ⚡️The Tiki Lounge "Extra" Happy Hour⚡️ Even more Exotica, lounge, and space-age pop masterpieces on your Saturday morning! Retro Grooves for the Modern Connoisseur. Mid-century musical moods and beyond featuring exotica, cocktail jazz, space-age bachelor pad, spy jazz, and more. ✨Hosted by D. Argyle Vermouth ? Saturdays at 10 AM ? KPCR 92.9FM & KPCR.com?

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    The Jackalope Hour

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    The Jackalope Hour The Jackalope Hour airs from uptight downtown Goldfield, Nevada. The show is known for playing music and spoken words from across the universe, always with a theme. Doktor Dilworth is the show host, bringing their unique perspective to the table each week. The Jackalope Hour has something for everyone. Whether you're into […]

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    “I want you to know…”

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    “I want you to know…”   Nero Nava is a filmmaker, writer, musician, and professional creative who hosts “I want you to know…” on KPCR 92.9FM. Nero interviews various guests, from artists and archivists to taste-makers and activists. These interviews are sandwiched between songs selected by the guest and Nero himself. As Nero says, "Choices, […]

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    Blind Date

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    Blind Date with Kerry and Kyle Two musicians. One mixtape. No plan. Kerry and Kyle take turns playing each other songs they love—sometimes for the first time—and talk about what they hear. It’s part conversation, part critique, part confessional. Expect layered production talk, personal stories, and lots of delay pedals. Saturdays at 7 PM on […]

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Sunday

    The Soul Kitchen

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    "The Blues Doctor'' broadcasts “live” from ”The Soul Kitchen” cafe, playing rare and lost R&B Blues gems from the ’30s, ’40s, ’50s, and ’60s. He is always joined by producer Rych, Bea, the four-legged Finn Maccool, the 10% terrier Freya, radio listeners, and diners while celebrating timeless songs that include the sacred and profane. The […]

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    In Defense of Ska

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    In Defense of Ska Ska is a rich and diverse genre of music that has been shamefully overlooked for far too long. Thanks to the efforts of hosts Aaron Carnes and Adam Davis, ska fans finally have a platform to defend their beloved music. On In Defense of Ska, KPCR 92.9FM, these two passionate ska […]

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    This is Ska

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    This is Ska, hosted by long-time promoter Middagh Goodwin, is the perfect place to discover new ska music and connect with other fans. Every Sunday at noon, This is Ska features a different guest and a mix of classic and contemporary ska tunes. Whether you’re a longtime ska fan or just getting into the genre, […]

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    Twist N Shake Radio

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    Tune in to Twist N Shake Radio for a vibrant mix of Mod, Ska, and Soul music curated by your host Gil Sanchez. Get ready to groove to the rhythm of timeless classics and discover new favorites in this electrifying showcase of the best in Mod/Ska/Soul. Don't miss out on the ultimate musical journey that […]

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    Slutlord Sunday School

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    Slutlord Sunday School is a free-form musical history lesson that refuses to stay in one lane. Each week, host Jordan Westre curates focused playlists that cut across time, genre, and geography. Expect deep dives into progressive rock epics, krautrock experiments, cosmic jazz, and beyond. It’s not about worship. It’s about listening with intention—and maybe blowing […]

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    Re&Co Radio with Jurgis Didžiuli

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    RE-generation and CO-creation Jurgis Didžiuli hosts Re&Co radio, a weekly synesthetic jam of regenerative ideas and musical co-creation. Jurgis is a skilled musician passionate about helping others create the desired future. He uses his platform to share his knowledge and experience with those who want to learn more about regenerative practices and how to incorporate […]

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