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WORT 89.9FM Madison

WORT 89.9FM Madison

Listener-sponsored, volunteer-powered, noncommercial community radio broadcasting to south-central Wisconsin at 89.9 FM and online at wortfm.org via our studios in Madison. We provide an outlet for communication, education, free expression, entertainment, training and access for the purpose of sharing music, information, news, and cultural experiences, and strive to give people underrepresented elsewhere in traditional media a voice. NOTE: Most of the content posted at this time are news stories

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00:09:29

Forward Lookout: Week Ahead for October 14, 2024

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/14

Rebecca Kemble and Brenda Konkel preview the week of local government meetings ahead for October 14, 2024. With city and county budget proposals public, and just a few weeks remaining until they're finalized, leaders are digging in through more budget committee meetings this week. On Monday and Tuesday, Madison's Finance Committee will meet to deliberate on the operating budget. Konkel and Kemble discuss some of the cuts that would come if voters don't approve the referendum on Election

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00:03:02

Why Vote?

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/14

The importance of voting at a critical juncture in USA politics.

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00:53:35

Air Raids in Beirut and Hurricanes in the Coastal...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/11

The topic today: disasters. First, Esty talks with Journalist Hanady Salman who joins us from Beirut where at least 22 people were killed in the latest strike. Salman explains that air raids have become a daily occurrence in Lebanon and that they are bracing for an invasion by the Israeli army. Then, Esty pivots to hurricanes. This conversation comes just days after Hurricane Milton hit Florida's Gulf Coast. Milton, which at one point reached a level five tropical storm, came just weeks after

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00:58:52

Please Do NOT Shoot at the Hurricane!

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/11

This week on Mel & Floyd: WHO’S controlling the weather? - the latest takes on the hurricanes; Campaign updates; GOP senators voted against FEMA funding; Overpriced bibles for Oklahoma schools; Biblical “gotchas”; A return to the Gilded Age?; Smoot-Hawley, Mel’s favorite act; Don’t feed the raccoons!; And other random topics; Subscribe to the Mel & Floyd Podcast on itunes and never miss another episode [Unless the power goes off again] – It’s FREE!; Passersby were amazed at the unusually large

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00:05:43

Moth

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/11

Brendon Panke and Megan Diaz-Ricks, two talented storytellers, stop by the Buzz ahead of the highly anticipated Moth Grand Slam storytelling championship on October 26 at the Barrymore Theater. The Moth, known for its unscripted and deeply personal stories, is a celebration of raw, authentic storytelling. Megan explains that competitors don’t simply walk into the Barrymore—they must first qualify through earlier rounds, where they hone their craft and compete for a spot in the finals. Brendon

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00:13:01

LGBTQ Youth Advocacy

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/11

Brian Juchems, Senior Director of Education and Policy at GSAFE, and Sue Neeley, Director of Family Engagement and Advocacy, join the Friday 8 O’Clock Buzz to discuss the upcoming Safe Schools, Safe Communities conference. This important statewide event, taking place on November 1 and 2 in downtown Madison, is designed to address the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ youth in schools. Juchems and Neeley focus on the harmful impact of policies proposed by school boards that discriminate against LGBTQ+

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00:20:35

Nancy Maclean

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/11

Nancy MacLean, a distinguished historian and professor at Duke University, joins the Friday 8 O’Clock Buzz to discuss the growing influence of Christian nationalism in American politics. MacLean, whose research focuses on race, gender, and social movements, explains how the Christian right has evolved from figures over the years, from Jerry Fallwell and Billy Graham to Donald Trump. She highlights how Christian nationalism, which ties religious beliefs to political power, has gained alarming

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00:01:25

Ankurs Picks 10112024

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/11

Ankur’s picks are not influenced by any outside entities. Ankur consults with an advisory board of 1. The cost of admission to any recommended show is of no concern to Ankur, nor the price of beer, nor the cleanliness of the venue restrooms. Ankur has one goal and one goal only in the delivery of Ankur’s picks: For you to have a kickass musical experience. Ankur’s Picks is a trademark of the multinational corporation DJ Spin Cycle. Acid Mothers Temple, October 13th. High Noon Saloon Mdou Moctar,

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00:05:09

Ag Secy Gives Good & Bad News to WI. Dairy Farmers

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/11

State of WI Dairy in speech by Ag Secy Tom Vilsack at World Dairy Expo, 10/4/24

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00:07:29

Transparency Talk: A 20-Year Legacy in the Fight for...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/10

For two decades, Bill Lueders has served as the president of the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, campaigning for the public's right to access government meetings and records. Lueders reflects on his tenure with open records attorney Tom Kamenick. Together, they look ahead to the future – advocating for expanded legal support and maintaining the Council's mission to promote open government for all. Ava Shumway brings us this edition of “Transparency Talk.” But before we turn it over to

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00:10:53

Scott McDonell has Faith in Wisconsin's County Clerks

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/10

Scott McDonnell, the County Clerk for Dane County, stopped in to reassure the Thursday 8 O'Clock Buzz hosts prior the the November 5 election. The trust he has in the work of Wisconsin's 72 county clerks stems from a statewide sense of solidarity in their mission. He encouraged Buzz hosts Tony Castañeda and Eli Wilz to vote early and in person, to avoid any unforeseen obstacles that may impede your ability to vote on election day, November 5, or issues with mail in absentee ballots. Photo

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00:16:41

Willy Street Co-op Reaches Quinquagenarian Status

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/10

Willy Street Co-op is turning 50 and to celebrate, Thursday 8 O’Clock Buzz hosts Tony Castañeda and Eli Wilz welcome Customer Experience Manager Kristina Kuhaupt and muralist Sylvia Annelise Hecht, whose new work graces the east Willy store and will be dedicated this month as part of the ongoing party this longtime Madison institution. Photo courtesy of Willy Street Co-op.

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00:11:15

The “liberated zone” on Library Mall: what were UW...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/10

WORT recently learned via an open records request that UW-Madison rarely enforces a rule that prohibits camping on campus grounds. That is, until student protesters set up a Gaza solidarity encampment on Library Mall last semester. Law enforcement invaded the encampment on May 1st. But the tents went back up within hours and remained for another nine days – before protesters and university admin reached a deal. So what were university leaders saying behind the scenes? Becky Jacobs is a higher

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00:02:01

City Ethics Board Rejects Unconventional Funding of...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/10

The city ethics board has rejected a Madison alder's attempt to fund a neighborhood reading program in an unconventional way. Image courtesy: Channel 3000_Communities via Flickr.

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00:07:22

Mariachi San José Performs Tonight at Centro Hispano

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/10

Thursday 8 O’Clock Buzz welcomes Professor Juan Garcia Oyervides, the director of Chicana/o and Latinx Studies at UW-Oshkosh. Professor Oyervides is the organizer of a free event tonight at Centro Hispano featuring the music of Mariachi San José, an ensemble comprised of San José State students. Buzz hosts Tony Castañeda and Eli Wilz spoke with Oyervides about Mariachi's appeal as a festive, danceable style of music which typically features violin, guitar, trumpet, the guitarrôn, a large,

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00:06:04

Forecast For Wednesday, 10 - 9-24

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/10

Forecast For Wednesday, 10 - 9-24 by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:29:22

10.09.24 Dina Nina Queery

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/10

Dina Nina Martinez-Rutheford talks with Vicki about comedy, politics, transitioning, and her spiritual journey to beginning the Light of Love Fellowship in Madison.

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00:52:14

The Uncertain Future of Civilian Oversight

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/10

On today's show, host Rebecca Kemble speaks about the Independent Police Monitor and the Police Civilian Oversight Board with Shadayra Kilfoy-Flores and Amelia Royko Maurer. Kilfoy-Flores is the current chair of the oversight board and the co founder of Moms on a Mission Madison. Royko Maurer is a founding member of Community Response Team and a public safety advocate. They discuss the landscape during which the program was created, the importance of community safety, and some of the hurdles the

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00:08:36

LGBTQ+ Advocacy Groups File Federal Complaints...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/09

LGBTQ+ advocacy orgs Fair Wisconsin and GSAFE filed federal civil rights complaints yesterday against four Wisconsin school districts. That’s because the districts’ school boards excluded gender identity from their anti-discrimination policies. And it comes as conservative groups and school districts across the country resist an update to federal Title IX guidelines. WORT News Producer Faye Parks spoke this afternoon with Abigail Swetz, executive director of Fair Wisconsin, and Brian Juchems,

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00:52:35

A Debate Regarding School Resource Officers

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/10/09

On today's show, host Ali Muldrow speaks with long-time radio personality John Sylvester. Most listener will know the guest as simply as Sly. He was a rock jock on WMAD and WIBA. There he hosted Sly's Social Dilemma among other shows. Starting in the late 90s, Sly switched to talk radio on WTDY and WBGR. He was an instrumental voice during the Walker administration, giving blow-by-blow updates during the height of Act 10. He's also the host of the podcast Sly's Office. Sly has always been willing

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