The Government and Area 51 on "Theme Attic," Wednesday, October 2, from 10AM-Noon!
The federal government is currently shut down, but even when it's working, it sometimes takes decades before the public finds out about something. In July of this year, it was finally admitted that there is an official Area 51. So "Theme Attic," the radio show that picks themes and plays music from a variety of genres about selected subjects, will play a few songs about the government, and then examine some of the quirky music about extraterrestrial life. Join host DJ Phil Maq on Wednesday, October 2, at 10:00AM for his clever and unusual takes on music!
Tuesday Forum, 10-1-13, 1-2 PM: We Are Not Alone
Butch Witkowski joins host David Twichell in this installment of We Are Not Alone. Mr. Witkowski has a background in law enforcement, mainly homicide. He is a Former Chief Investigator and State Section Director for MUFON of Pennsylvania. Today, he is Director of the UFO Research Center of Pennsylvania, a group of professionals who have organized to perform in-depth investigations of UFO and abduction phenomena including startling reports of human mutilations, which mirror the evidence found at the scenes of cattle mutilation.
Artist Spotlight Week Continues Through Saturday, September 28th!
We're almost halfway through the week, so there's still plenty of GREAT artist spotlights still left on WHFR! Check out all of our shows to learn more about your favorite musicians, and some that could become new favorites!
An Evening of Experimental Sounds: A WHFR Benefit at Trinosophes SATURDAY (Sept 21 2013) at 8pm
Do not forget to check out the WHFR Benefit at Trinosophes: An Evening of Experimental Sounds featuring CRUISE ITALY, ARTHUR CROW and STEPHANIE REARICK JR. The doors open at 8pm and a suggested donation of $7 gets you in the door (but we will accept anything from $5-$10 or more). Trinosophes is located at 1464 Gratiot Ave in Detroit near Eastern Market.
"Peace and Pirates" on "Theme Attic", Wednesday, September 18, from 10AM-Noon!
The "International Day of Peace" is this Saturday, September 21, and "Talk Like a Pirate Day" is on Thursday, September 19. So why not combine the two? "Theme Attic," the radio show that picks themes and plays music from a variety of genres about selected subjects, will play songs about peace, as well as some select tunes about pirates. Join host DJ Phil Maq on Wednesday, September 18, at 10:00AM for his clever and unusual takes on music!
Yoga is the topic for "Metaphysically Speaking" Tuesday 9/17/13 @ 1p.m.
Yoga Instructor Jessica Hillman from Yoga 4 Peace is the next guest on "Metaphysically Speaking". Please be sure to join Jessica and host Mike Holloway as they discuss the benefits of practicing yoga. Jessica talks about some of the history of yoga, different types of yoga and different yoga postures. She also touches on how yoga, meditation and proper breathing work to improve your life and reduce stress. All of that, plus talk of a special event by Yoga 4 Peace on Saturday 9/28 on the next edition of "Metaphysically Speaking" Tuesday September 17th at 1p.m.
WHFR Journal, 9-13-13, 1-2 PM: Brian Whiston, Dearborn Supt. of Schools
A full-hour interview with the Superintendent of Dearborn Public Schools, Brian Whiston, talking about topics from budgets and staffing to curriculum and academic success.
"Theme Attic", Hangs on to Summer, Wednesday, September 11, from 10AM-Noon!
Near record high temperatures make this an easy one as "Theme Attic," the radio show that picks themes and plays music from a variety of genres about selected subjects, tries to "hang on to summer"...for at least one more day. Join host DJ Phil Maq on Wednesday, September 11, at 10:00AM for his clever and unusual takes on music!
Tuesday Forum, 9-10-13, 1-2 PM: Dearborn Heights News & Views
Candidate for Mayor of Dearborn Heights in the Nov. 5 election, Janet Badalow, will be interviewed about her background and experience, including 12 years on the DH City Council; what led her to choose to challenge current mayor, Dan Paletko; and her campaign platform. Hosts: DH Councilperson Ned Apigian and WHFR Station Advisor Jay Korinek. ALSO PODCAST, available anytime from this website immediately after broadcast: click on Talk Shows--Tuesday Forum--(click on date).
An Evening of Experimental Sounds: A WHFR Benefit at Trinosophes Saturday September 21, 2013 8pm
WHFR is excited to have our latest fundraising concert at Trinosophes in Detroit. This evening of experimental sounds will feature performances from local shoegazer/indie band CRUISE ITALY, local experimental group ARTHUR CROW, and Madison, WI Casio-pop artist STEPHANIE REARICK JR. This event has a suggested donation of $7 at the door BUT has a sliding scale of $5-$10. Doors open at 8 and music should start by 8:45.
Go Back to School with "Theme Attic", Wednesday, September 4, from 10AM-Noon!
Open your music textbooks! "Theme Attic," the radio show that picks themes and plays music from a variety of genres about selected subjects, is taking all listeners "back to school." There's room for plenty of memories, both old & new. Join host DJ Phil Maq on Wednesday, September 4, at 10:00AM for his clever and unusual takes on music!
Start Your Labor Day Weekend Early on "Theme Attic", Wednesday, August 28, from 10AM-Noon!
The forecast is for a hot summer holiday weekend, so there's plenty of things to do this weekend. Why not include WHFR in your activities? "Theme Attic," the radio show that picks themes and plays music from a variety of genres about selected subjects, kick starts the Labor Day Weekend with music about things to do around the city as well as songs about job and work. Join host DJ Phil Maq on Wednesday, August 28, at 10:00AM for his clever and unusual takes on music, and continue to listen in to all of the other great shows all weekend long!
Tuesday Forum, 8-27-13, 1-2 PM: Philosophy Talk & TED Talk
Here are two presentations from outside producers that we think will amaze and challenge you: From Stanford U., it's "Philosophy Talk" with today's topic--'The Psychology of Partisan Politics." And from the internationally known TED Talks series, Lisa Bu tells, 'How Books Can Open Your Mind." Not available to listen to the broadcast? Listen to its podcast from this website: click on Talk Shows--Tuesday Forum--(select date).
"Theme Attic's Third Annual Dance Party", Wednesday, August 21, from 10AM-Noon!
It's time to dust off your dance moves one more time. "Theme Attic," the radio show that picks themes and plays music from a variety of genres about selected subjects, will mix up those musical styles for its "Third Annual Dance Party." Join host DJ Phil Maq, who will be spinning the tunes, Wednesday August 21, at 10:00AM, for your dancing enjoyment!
Psychic Laura Berlin is the guest on "Metaphysically Speaking" for Tuesday 8/20 @ 1p.m.
Please join host Mike Holloway of "Metaphysically Speaking" as he welcomes psychic Laura Berlin who specializes in readings for the deaf. Listen to this fascinating interview off how Laura uses American Sign Language to communicate her predictions and insights for the deaf. Laura is involved in several other modalities as well. She also talks about such things as hypnosis, channeling spirits and past life regression. That's all on the next edition of "Metaphysically Speaking" for Tuesday August 20th at 1 p.m.