6-2-15, 1-2 PM: Tuesday Forum--We Are Not Alone
Host David Twichell interviews Linda Zimmerman, the author of over 30 books and a popular speaker, making numerous appearances on television and radio. From the “mysterious airships” of the early 1900s, to “missing time” cases since the 1920s, to the wave of massive triangles in the 1980s, to fascinating present-day cases, Linda Zimmermann’s research points to the possibility that the Hudson Valley region may be the most active in the country.
5-22-15, 6 PM-Midnite: "Space Is the Place" Special Birthday Tribute to Dr. Robert MOOG
Join Tom Wilson and special guests who explain, demonstrate, and evaluate the contribution of the late inventor of the first synthesizer: Dr. Robert Moog. Guests include Trevor Pinch, author of Analog Days: the Invention and Impact of the Moog Synthesizer. Plus, related music, both new and reissued rare music! SIX HOUR SPECIAL!
The Gasoline Gypsies are rocking us right out of our chair, May 21st, on Motor Live Drive @5
We're going to have a good time Thursday. The Gasoline Gypsies are bringing rock/country/funkiness up in Studio J. Fresh off the Space Funk Star Jams, featuring our own heroes The Bronze Mambas, Space Odyssey, and more, these four fellas are going to take us somewhere truly fun!
Their live shows are nothing less than a great time and they know just how to bring you to your feet. Tune in and fill your tank up on the station making waves, 89.3, WHFR.
5-19-15: Tuesday Forum--Metaphysically Speaking
Host Mike Holloway interviews Mary Light, a professional in the metaphysical art of Iridology, an alternative medicine technique whose proponents claim that patterns, colors, and other characteristics of the iris can be examined to determine information about a patient's systemic health. Remember you can listen to this show any time after broadcast as a podcast from this website: click on Talk Shows—Tuesday Forum--(select date).
WHFR 1st Annual Gospel Fest Saturday May 16 3pm - 11pm only $5
WHFR is happy to be hosting the first annual Gospel Fest in the Adray Auditorium of the Fine Arts Building on the main campus of Henry Ford College. There will be 13 performers, vendors, and food trucks - so music, fun, and food can be experienced by all. The cost of admissions is only $5 and goes to support WHFR. For more information you can check out our Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/352619468270791/ We would love to see you at the event today!
5-12-15, 1-2 PM: IMPACT!--First Step ARK
An in-depth look at another great local non-profit organization: First Step, dedicated to helping survivors of domestic and sexual assault. Lyn interviews Theresa Bizoe and also Ailsa Blunk who leads First Step ARK—Animals Receiving Kindness, specifically helping abuse survivors with the issue of displacing their pets. Remember you can listen to this show any time after broadcast as a podcast from this website: click on Talk Shows—Tuesday Forum--(select date).
Nigel & The Dropout come bearing Originality on The Motor Live Drive @5 for May 14, 2015
Yes they know how to work their samplers and loops, but combining tech with hard-hitting guitars, percussion, and the harmonies of two who Know they hail from Motown, make this a show you'll be glad you tuned in to. If you've ever wondered what Soft Cell or The Pet Shop Boys would sound like were they from the West End of Detroit, home to The Stooges and MC5, find out this Thursday, May 11 at 5p.m. Nigel & The Dropout will slam hard for one hour right here at 89.3 on the FM dial, and streaming at WHFR.fm, where you'll find a podcast of the show immediately afterwards.
5-8-15, 1-2 PM: "WHFR Journal" with Dearborn Police Chief Ronald Haddad
Our local police chief will be in the studio to update us on a wide variety of crime prevention and enforcement topics, including Dearborn's highly regarded police training programs. In the second half of the show, retiring HFC professor of World Religions, William Secrest, will speak about his long career and the programs he has begun. This program can be listened to any time after broadcast as a podcast from this website: click on Talk Shows--WHFR Journal--(select date).
Jackie Stahl & The White Russians get USED on Motor Live Drive @5, 5/7/2015
We're counting down the hours to get USED in Studio J! Jackie Stahl & The White Russians are going to get pared down, intimate and personal, and share tracks that mean something special to them. From their latest release, USED, come a diverse collection of covers that are broad, but so are their tastes. And talent! Tune in Thursday @5 and hear what's motivated Jackie & the fellas. Where? 89.3, WHFR.fm. Let's Make Waves.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 2-4 PM: Programs switch!
Beginning on Tuesday, May 5, from 2-4 PM, "The Malt Shop" featuring 50's and 60's rock with host Daddy G. moves here from Thursdays, and our two new variety talk hours, the "TED Radio Hour" and "Philosophy Talk," switch to Thursdays. Happy listening!
5-5-15, 1-2 PM: Forum--We Are Not Alone
Host David Twichell interviews Penny Kelly, a writer, teacher, author, publisher, consultant, and Naturopathic physician, who has been researching consciousness and perception for over 35 years. She and the late biophysicist, William C. Levengood, investigated crop formations, cattle mutilations, UFO materials, contactees, and people with unusual abilities of consciousness. Remember, this show is available as a podcast from this website anytime after broadcast: click on Talk Shows--Tuesday Forum--(select date).
Bronze Mambas, Power Trio bring Alt-Psych-Indie Rock to Motor Live Drive @ 5, Thursday 4-30-2015
Bronze Mambas are so original, when you go to a show you get a free CD that was recorded JUST for that event! When you’re prolific songwriters like David Bronze, Zander Way, and Dan O'Leary, YOU CAN DO THAT. Psych-Rock? Oh yeah, in full effect. The Motor delivers this tour-de-force Thursday. Now you be sure to deliver those ears to 89.3 on your FM dial, or tune in to WHFR.FM and stream this most happening event. Podcast always available for download under our Music Performances button.
4-24-15, 6-8 PM: Space Is the Place
Live Local Electronic/Industrial music Artist--Voltage Controlled Ficus--Tonight! Please join host Tom Wilson for a Special Presentation. Think Throbbing Gristle meets J.M. Jarre with a side of Allen Ravenstine! Of Ficus, Tom say's, "I've been presenting music of the Pioneers of Electronic music on this program since 2005, and I honestly hear elements of these Innovator's in the work of VC Ficus"! Not To Be Missed!
Old Empire brings Good Time Rock n Roll to Motor Live Drive @ 5, Thursday, April 23
Here's how you do it- get a four-piece band with great harmonies, solid songwriting. Tight musicianship. A willingness to hit every club with a dance floor, and you've got Old Empire. Better yet, you've got your chance to hear them LIVE on WHFR.fm, starting at 5p.m., this Thursday, with none other than Stone Perkins as guest host. So tune in, IF you're prepared to dance.
Thanks for All the Pledges during RADIOTHON 2015
WHFR would like to thank everyone who pledged during RADIOTHON 2015. Thanks to those of you who have already fulfilled your pledge. Those receiving a donation envelope--don't forget to fulfill your pledge promise. Incentive items will be mailed out in the next month or so (after pledge fulfillment). If you missed out on RADIOTHON 2015 and still want to donate, you can still call in your pledge to our General Manager Susan McGraw at 313-845-9842, OR donate online at https://foundation.hfcc.edu/whfr