"WHFR Journal" LIVE Radiothon Edition - Friday, April 17, at 1pm
Tune in for our LIVE Radiothon Week edition of the WHFR Journal, Friday, April 17 at 1pm. Susan McGraw will welcome WHFR Founder Jay Korinek to the studio to help celebrate our 40 years of broadcast and take your pledge of support. We'll also talk with student Nick Mrla who will share the student perspective of what WHFR means to him.
WHFR Radiothon 2026 - DAY FIVE!
As WHFR celebrates 40 years of independent, diverse, and locally curated programming, we ask for your pledge of financial support to help sustain this commercial-free programming and provides invaluable hands-on opportunities for Henry Ford College students and dedicated volunteers. Every pledge keeps WHFR’s unique voice on the air and ensures we continue to grow -- bigger, better, and bolder. Join us in celebrating four decades of "Making Waves" and beyond. Click the "Donate to WHFR" button now to give. THANK YOU!
Celebrate Radiothon at the WHFR Benefit Concert -- THIS Saturday 4/18/26
Radiothon isn't just something you hear — it's something you can experience. Join WHFR for a live benefit concert on Saturday, April 18, at the 342 Bar & Grill in Dearborn Heights, featuring outstanding local talent including Dave and Kristi and some surprises, too. This special event brings together listeners, volunteers, and music lovers for a night that reflects the heart of WHFR: local music, community connection, and creative energy. It's the perfect way to celebrate 40 years of independent radio while supporting its future.
WHFR Radiothon 2026 - DAY THREE!
As WHFR celebrates 40 years of independent, diverse, and locally curated programming, we ask for your pledge of financial support to help sustain this commercial-free programming and provides invaluable hands-on opportunities for Henry Ford College students and dedicated volunteers. Every pledge keeps WHFR’s unique voice on the air and ensures we continue to grow -- bigger, better, and bolder. Join us in celebrating four decades of "Making Waves" and beyond. Click the "Donate to WHFR" button now to give. THANK YOU!
"WHFR Journal" Talks HFC Native Plants and Audacious Kids -- Friday, April 10, at 1pm
Tune in to the WHFR Journal today, April 10 at 1pm. In honor of Native Plant Month here in April, we'll chat with Reem Alhadad, President of the HFC Student Environmental Association about HFC's own Native Plant Day, taking place at the quad on our campus this Monday, April 13, from 11am-2pm. You'll learn about sustainability techniques, take a guided tour on the Rouge Trail, and pick up some local plants to enjoy in your own garden. This event is free and open to the community, and Reem will share details on our show.
This Just In: Episode 90
Episode 90 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs April 6th, 2026 from 8-9pm and April 7th, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
Coach Party - Nurse Depression [Rock]
Sick Shooters - Evacuation [Punk]
They Might Be Giants - Wu-Tang [Rock]
Herc Deeman - In Too Deep [Electronic / House]
Lettuce - Storm Coming [Funk / Instrumental]
Ludom - I Shrug [R&B / World]
Joji - Hotel California [Pop / Alternative]
Status/Non-Status - Big Changes [Alternative]
WHFR Benefit Concert at 342 Bar and Grill, Saturday, April 18
SAVE THE DATE and join WHFR Radio during our Radiothon 2026 Pledge Drive on Saturday, April 18, with a benefit concert at 342 Bar & Grill, 3932 Pelham St. in Dearborn Heights, with the live, local music of Dave & Kristi and other fun surprises. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with a suggested donation for admission of $5. The live music will start at 6pm. Come down for some fun and friendship, while supporting WHFR's annual pledge drive. Can't wait to see you there!
WHFR PRESENTS JOHN COLTRANE'S ASCENSION
Special programming is planned for this EASTER SUNDAY as WHFR PRESENTS presents JOHN COLTRANE'S major piece of music ASCENSION. Tune in on EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 5, from 2-7pm EDT, for a 5-hour foray into this iconic piece of music and others in a similar vein...
Top Ten BLUES for March 2026
Please join Highway 61 for the best in new Blues releases and local area Artists' music every Friday, 2:00 – 6:00pm, with host DJ~KittyLuv;) 'making~waves'. Here is our latest Top Ten Blues new releases being aired at WHFR-FM 89.3...
"WHFR Journal" Talks Autism Awareness AND Acceptance -- Friday, April 3, at 1pm
Join us tomorrow, April 3 as we kick off Autism Awareness Month on the WHFR Journal. We'll share a special show from the PRX series "Top of Mind", titled "Improving Life for People with Autism". Host Julie Rose speaks with advocates about awareness and, even more importantly, acceptance of people with Autism. You'll also hear about a couple of musical delights coming to HFC and the Dearborn area for you to enjoy. Tune in tomorrow at 1pm only on the WHFR Journal.
This Just In: Episode 89
Episode 89 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs March 30th, 2026 from 8-9pm and March 31st, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
Magic Wands & John Ashton - Sacred Mirrors [Indie Rock]
ALBII - What's The Point? [Pop / Alternative]
2LOT - Favorite Star [Alternative / Electronic]
Aubrie Sellers - Subatomic [Alt Country]
Aubrie Sellers - Prototype [Alt Country]
Aubrie Sellers - Little Rooms [Alt Country]
Aubrie Sellers - Mirage [Alt Country]
WHFR Journal This Week: Freddy, Mabel & the Pirate King, STEM Day at HFC, and Flying Squirrels -- Friday, 3/27 at 1pm
Join us on this week's "WHFR Journal" as we chat with Dr. John Michael Sefel and Anthony Lai from the HFC Theatre and Music Departments about their exciting collaboration on the upcoming production of Freddy, Mabel & the Pirate King, playing for the next two weekends, beginning April 3, here at HFC. We'll also talk about STEM Day at HFC with HFC Advisor in the Science area, Elyse Hogan. We'll wrap this week's "Journal" with a piece from Interlochen Public Radio and PRX titled "Glowing Squirrels and the Search For 'Why'". All right here on the only station Making Waves... WHFR-FM.
WHFR PRESENTS: Pianist/Composer Yelena Eckemoff
Born in Moscow, Russia, Yelena Eckemoff was taught by her mother and started playing music when she was four years old. A child prodigy, she studied classical music at Moscow State Conservatory and the esteemed Gnessin State Musical College...
WHFR PRESENTS PIANIST/COMPOSER KRIS DAVIS
Ever since her first recording as a leader in 2010, pianist KRIS DAVIS has brought a fresh, inspired and creative approach to today's jazz and improvised music. From solo performances to duo, trio and larger ensembles, Kris has established herself as one of the top pianists, composers and group leaders of our time...
"WHFR Journal" Talks Mad About Marches with the Dearborn Symphony, Women's History with The Henry Ford, and Ceramics with HFC -- Friday, March 20, at 1pm
Join us March 20 at 1pm for this week's WHFR Journal as we talk with Dearborn Symphony Orchestra Conductor and Musical Director Steve Jarvi about their "Mad About Marches" performance on March 27. We'll then chat with Lori Petreluis, Manager of Museum Programs at The Henry Ford about their exciting Women's History Month events and exhibits. We'll wrap the show with HFC's own Steve Glazer as he shares the latest on the exhibition at our Sisson Gallery and it's partnering Ceramics Conference taking place in metro Detroit next week. Tune in and enjoy -- and Happy Spring!
