Tomorrow's WHFR Journal at 1pm
Join us tomorrow , March 8 at 1pm for the WHFR Journal when we talk with the new director of the Henry Ford II Honors Program Chardin Claybourne about his vision for this esteemed program for HFC students. We'll also talk with HFC Music Lead Anthony Lai about the upcoming HFC President's Collage Concert taking place in mid-March. And a special Women's History Month segment will close out the hour. Tune in and enjoy!
WHFR RADIO CELEBRATES WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
WHFR is celebrating Women's History Month with music from the great creative women in music, past and present, throughout the month of March. The week of Sunday March 10 through Saturday March 16 will feature in-depth spotlights into women in music in the various styles of music that WHFR Radio presents each week.
Special Women's History shows will begin at 10:00am EDT each day from March 10-16 with:
WHFR Journal Friday, March 1
Check out this week's WHFR Journal Friday, March 1 at 1pm when we celebrate the start of Women's History Month with a special program from PRX. Also, we'll talk with the president of the Student Environmental Association to learn about the mission of the SEA and how it impacts our campus community. Tune in at 1pm and enjoy the program.
TOP TEN BLUES for February 2024
Please join Highway 61 for the best in new Blues releases and local area Artists' music every Friday, 2pm until 4pm, with host DJ~KittyLuv;) 'making~waves'.
Here is our latest Top Ten Blues new releases being aired at WHFR-FM 89.3:
WHFR Journal AND Hawks: Where are They Now Premiere
Tune in this Friday, February 23 from 1pm-2pm for the WHFR Journal. We'll present an interview with User Experience Librarian at the HFC Eschelman Library, Tessa Betts, as she talks about updates to the library and resources available to the HFC community. In the second half of the show, we premiere the first segment in an alumni spotlight series called Hawks: Where Are They Now. Your host Shai James Boyd speaks with HFC alum and actor John Toon in a fun and engaging interview. Check it out!
"WHFR PRESENTS" DYLANOLOGY
Brian Yamstein brings his History Notes to WHFR PRESENTS from 4-6pm EST on February 25th, presenting The World of Bob Dylan, with an in-depth look into the music and overall influences of Bob Dylan, including his origins and most influential works.
Stay tuned from 6-8pm EST, as Pat Frisco continues to feature Dylan with a focus on his early works from the '60s and early '70s, as well as covers by artists across different genres.
This Week's WHFR Journal: BBB Protections and HFC's President Talk Points of Pride
Tune in to this week's WHFR Journal on Friday, February 16 at 1pm, as we chat with Nakia Mills from the Better Business Bureau about safeguards available to consumers and businesses alike through this important organization. We'll also hear from HFC President Russ Kavalhuna as he shares some points of pride about HFC and the school's millage proposal on the ballot in the upcoming primary election. Join us!
"WHFR PRESENTS" February 18, 4-7PM EST
Bill Keith will take a deep dive into Progressive Rock during the WHFR Presents program on Sunday, February 18, from 4-7pm. The focus will be on new music with a look back at some of the classic bands making progressive music. He may even mix in some hard rock and metal to spice up the show!
Interested in Radio, or Becoming a WHFR Staff Member?
Experience local radio broadcasting and maybe even become a volunteer staff member by enrolling in TCM-189 WHFR Radio Staff Training, which provides an orientation to the non-commercial, educational radio station licensed to the college. This 1-Credit course covers essential station rules and procedures, operation of equipment, basic performance skills, is open to all students, and is required of those who wish to join the staff and assist in the operation of WHFR.
THE BIG SHOW AND RON ROBINSON OF RADIO DAZE
We present a special Radio Vault program episode celebrating radio past and present on Tuesday, Feb 13 starting at 10AM.
League of Women Voters and 5101 Culinary on Friday's "WHFR Journal"
Please tune in to the WHFR Journal tomorrow, February 9 at 1 pm, as we chat with the Co-Presidents of the League of Women Voters Dearborn-Dearborn Heights about the upcoming election and our voting rights as citizens. We'll discuss changes to voting rules for the Feb. 27th Primary election, early voting options, and more. We'll also talk with Chef Jeff Click from HFC Culinary about the new season of the 5101 Restaurant on the campus of Henry Ford College and ways that you can support up-and-coming culinary students and enjoy a delicious meal at the same time.
WHFR PRESENTS... FROM PHILLY WITH LOVE
Join the host of The House That Jack Swing Built, Missy J, as LOVE IS heard on the airwaves Sunday, February 11, from 4-8pm. The show will feature selections from the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia International Records, Philly Groove and TSOP (THE SOUND OF PHILADELPHIA).
Reaching farther out into the community, WE are WHFR 89.3 FM!
“WHFR PRESENTS”: There's Always Room For Cello
The February 4th edition of WHFR PRESENTS will feature a wide array of cellists in the creative world of jazz, the avant-garde and bit of modern classical music for good measure.
Tune in to hear works from cellists such as Tristan Honsinger (pictured), Tomeka Reid, Abdul Wadud and many others on Sunday, February 4, from 4-8pm EST via WHFR 89.3fm and whfr.fm streaming live.
TOP TEN BLUES for January 2024
Please join Highway 61 for the best in new Blues releases and local area Artists' music every Friday, 2pm until 4pm, with host DJ~KittyLuv;) 'making~waves'.
Here is our latest Top Ten Blues new releases being aired at WHFR-FM 89.3: