“Production,” “creation,” “making,” each of these is a translation for the Greek root from which our English word “poetry” derives. The Greek word designates the force that flows through a work of art into the mind that perceives it. Poiesis seeks out such acts of becoming in unfamiliar places as well as in places where the words and forms seem already to belong to us.
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Democracy Now! produces a daily, global, independent news hour hosted by award-winning journalists Amy Goodman and Juan González. Its reporting includes breaking daily news headlines and in-depth interviews with people on the front lines of the world’s most pressing issues. On Democracy Now!, you’ll hear a diversity of voices speaking for themselves, providing a unique and sometimes provocative perspective on global events.
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This Way Out is the only internationally distributed weekly LGBTQ radio program, currently airing on some 200 local community radio stations around the world. The award-winning half-hour magazine-style program features a summary of some of the major news events in or affecting the queer community, in-depth coverage of major events, interviews with key queer figures, plus music, literature, entertainment — all the information and culture of a community on the move!
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Music Satisfaction is a classics and oldies show with an emphasis on Southern soul music and R&B. Join Noel Jackson as he pulls from multiple troves of recordings, designing his setlist as he goes.
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Community radio is by the people, for the people. We count on supporters like you to keep our station on the airwaves and streaming online. This spring, we need your help to continue this important community work. On Thursday, May 4th, WHYR is participating in 225GIVES, a one-day online giving campaign for Louisiana’s Capital Region. We are counting on you to help us reach our goal of raising $5,000 to support the station. Here’s how you can help: Donate to […]
Beginning Saturday December 3rd, WHYR will host its annual end-of-year pledge drive. As you consider where to donate your dollars this season of giving, please know that WHYR counts on and deeply appreciates your support to sustain our station’s operations. Your support will allow WHYR to: Feature diverse, locally produced programming. Our talk programming informs listeners on important community issues including Metro Council votes, candidates for local office, and special events. Our music shows feature local musicians and a […]
