New Program Alert - "Porky's Prime Cuts" Starts Aug. 24th
WHFR is pleased to introduce a new weekly program called "Porky’s Prime Cuts".
Airing Mondays from 10a - 12p, this new show is an exploration of musical styles and ideas. The name of the program is an acknowledgement to George Peckham. As an engineer that mastered artist recordings across decades of rock ’n roll, Peckham serves as a fitting inspiration for this new variety show. Speaking of “variety,” the format of this program will play just about anything throughout the history of recorded music, undaunted by any artist or genre.
This Just In: Episode 102
Episode 102 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs August 17th, 2026 from 8-9pm and August 18th, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
Michael Giacchino - A Good Day to Dive [Soundtrack / Score]
Michael Giacchino - The End of Oak Suite [Soundtrack / Score]
GA-20 with Charlie Musselwhite - Stroll Out West [Blues]
Sam Burton - I'm A Stranger [Alternative Folk]
Lamont Landers - Lonely Girl [R&B / Soul]
Elizabeth Cook - Girls of Atomic City [Country]
WHFR Presents: "History Notes" Sunday, August 16 at 5pm
Today WHFR Presents: "History Notes" - Songs About Floods
Floods have repeatedly found their way into American music. Sometimes the songs document what happened. Sometimes they remember. Sometimes the flood becomes a metaphor for something else.
But again and again, American musicians have taken something that could destroy a community — and turned it into a story that could survive.
Tune in at 5pm to hear more on the station that's Making Waves, WHFR.
"WHFR Journal" Talks "Learning How to Learn" - Friday, August 14, at 1pm
Join us Friday, August 14 at 1pm on the WHFR Journal as we share a timely encore presentation of the "Philosophy Talk" program in honor of this back to school season, called "How Do We Learn?". We’re learning about the world all the time — not just as small children but all the way into old age. But how do we learn how to learn? How can we get better at learning and teaching? And how do we figure out what’s valuable to retain and what’s important to ignore?
Now Accepting Vendor Applications for The 2026 WHFR Record Show
HEY VENDORS! We are now accepting applications via the downloadable "Dealer Info and Contract PDF" form at https://whfr.fm/recordshow
WHFR at Dearborn Homecoming This Weekend
It is that time of year again: the annual Dearborn Homecoming festival, taking place August 7th-9th, featuring food, carnival rides, art, nightly fireworks, family-friendly fun, and free WHFR swag. WHFR will be at Homecoming all three days from noon-8:00pm, with our free WHFR pens and stickers, plus logo items for sale along with our music library overflow CDs and LPs available for a $1-each donation...
"WHFR Journal" Live From Dearborn Homecoming Festival w/HFC's New President, Kiwanis Turtle Derby, and Ms. Martha Reeves - Friday, August 7, at 1pm
Join us tomorrow at 1pm as we kick off our live broadcast weekend at Dearborn's Homecoming Festival at Ford Field (between Monroe and Cherry Hill, West of Brady) with the WHFR Journal live from our broadcast booth. New HFC President David Knezek will make his WHFR Radio debut and chat about his vision for the college and what his first 30 days at the helm have been like. We'll also talk with Jim Rugenski from the Kiwanis Club of Dearborn about the ever-popular Turtle Turbo Derby fundraising race and how you can get involved in the fun.
Today is Election Day in Your Local Community
Have you voted? It's too late to mail absentee ballots, but they can be dropped off in an approved dropbox in your community, or turned in to your city clerk's office. Polls are open until 8:00 p.m. tonight!
This Just In: Episode 101
Episode 101 of This Just In, WHFR's pre-recorded new music showcase, airs August 3rd, 2026 from 8-9pm and August 4th, 2026 from 3-4pm. This week's playlist:
Ichiko Aoba - SAYONARA PENGUIN [World / Folk]
Allison Russell ft. Ahya Simone - Good Omens [Singer/Songwriter]
First Fifty Feet - Mirrors [Emo]
Computerwife - Nobody [Indie Rock]
Frank Migliorelli and The Dirt Nappers - Michigan [Roots Rock]
They Might Be Giants - Get Down [Rock]
This Monday on We Are Not Alone...
Join us for We Are Not Alone with host David Twichell the first Monday of each month at 2PM. We cover the UFO phenomenon and all things paranormal and talk to special guests about their experiences and research. This week's guest is Ron James...
TOP TEN BLUES for July 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 PRESENTS THE MUSIC OF NANA VASCONCELOS
The great multi-instrumentalist and vocalist NANA VASCONCELOS will be the focus of this week's WHFR PRESENTS. The Brazilian percussionist, vocalist and berimbau artist enjoyed a career that spanned over 45 years, deeply inspiring the world of music. Mr. Vasconcelos both led ensembles and collaborated with musicians from the styles of world beat, jazz, ambient and popular music...
"WHFR Journal" Talks Ann Arbor Pride, Dearborn Homecoming, and The Power of Humor and How It Can Do Wonders for Our Lives - Friday, July 31, at 1pm
Join us this Friday, July 31 for the WHFR Journal. We'll update you on events happening in our community including Ann Arbor Pride, Dearborn Homecoming Festival, and share a piece from PRX's Embodied series called "The Case For Taking Humor Seriously: A 2026 Summer Special". Professional comedian Chris Duffy explains why we need to laugh more in life and shares his tips for cultivating more humor in the day-to-day. Plus, he and host Anita Rao workshop some comedy exercises that help kickstart creative juices, foster connection and get you laughing more.
"WHFR Journal" Talks Protecting the Freedom to Vote w/the League of Women Voters, and Stories About the 19 Amendment - Friday, July 24, at 1pm
Join us tomorrow, Friday, July 24 as we welcome the President of the League of Women Voters Dearborn-Dearborn Heights Connie Mitchell to the WHFR Journal. In her inaugural visit to the show, Connie will share details about what we should expect when voting in the August 4 Primary, how to vote absentee or in person, and how to be an empowered citizen we we exercise our right as Americans.
The Crypt Ozzy Tribute
Tomb into The Crypt on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, from 4-6 PM as your Ghoulfriend plays tribute to the Prince of Darkness for two full hours. First hour Black Sabbath, second hour all Ozzy. Rock and Roll!
