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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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00:50:31

Richard Scott Larson on "The Long Hallway"

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/11

Richard Scott Larson on "The Long Hallway" by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:07:12

Dan Bice Calls WisDems Convention a “Pep Rally” -...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/10

This weekend, politicians flocked to Milwaukee for the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s state convention. Speakers looked ahead to the election in November - and pro-Palestine demonstrators accused the party of inaction and complicity.Dan Bice, a watchdog columnist for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, was there. He gave WORT News Producer Faye Parks the inside scoop this afternoon. Image courtesy: John Begalke via Flickr. Shows the convention venue in Milwaukee.

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00:05:19

Madison Leaders Call for Gun Safety, Reform After...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/10

Public health officials, lawmakers, and local advocates gathered at a Madison park last Friday for a ‘Wear Orange Community Event.’ They honored survivors and promoted efforts to end gun violence. But gun violence saw a sharp spike in gun violence this weekend - with three separate shootings in as many days. Image courtesy: Chali Pittman / WORT News.

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00:54:21

Jazz Legacies: Viola Smith and Richard Davis

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/10

With the 2024 Madison Jazz Fest is in full swing, A Public Affair host welcomes some Madison locals to talk about two jazz legends. First we talk with Dean Robbins about his new children's book The Fastest Drummer: Clap Your Hands for Viola Smith! The book, which is illustrated by Susanna Chapman, offers a fun and bright biography of on of the few female professional drummers of the early twentieth century.Then Douglas is joined in studio by two folks behind the new documentary film String Theory:

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00:09:55

Forecast For Monday, 6 - 10 - 24

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/10

Forecast For Monday, 6 - 10 - 24 by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:30:53

Indian Election Results on the Day

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/10

On the day that Indian election results were counted, June 4th, Gil Halsted and Amitabh Pal spoke with two bright lights of Indian democracy, justice and equality, Harsh Mander and Shabnam Hashmi.They spoke about expectations, predictions, results, uncertainties and their hopes for India and Indian democracy. Indian flag photo courtesy of Nemed Ahmed on Unsplash

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00:57:32

Happy Birthday to Esty!

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/09

This week on Mel & Floyd: Mel & ‘Pants are joined by Ruby and Allison, all brought to you by the PledgeBot-5000, a resource extraction program; A shotgun wedding?; A visit from Esty; Minnesota’s new flag -”woke”?; Another visit from the inevitable Esty; 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 amounts of blood. Photo courtesy April Pethybridge

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00:12:45

Wisconsin Watch Reporter Describes Weak Effort to...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/07

Wisconsin Watch Reporter Describes Weak Effort to Track Lying Cops by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:12:09

Rare Plant Program Trains Volunteers to Find Rare...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/07

Rare Plant Program Trains Volunteers to Find Rare Plants in Wisconsin's Ecosystem by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:11:51

Cast and director of Bartell's "potus" bring...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/07

Cast and director of Bartell's "potus" bring Presidential dysfunction to the stage by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:54:05

Lauren Benton on Imperial Violence

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/07

On today's special pledge drive show, Esty Dinur talks with historian Lauren Benton on her new book They Called It Peace: Worlds of Imperial Violence. The book is a historical account of how imperialism has redefined war and peace. She joins Esty to talk about the ongoing impact of imperial violence on indigenous peoples worldwide and the unequal nature of truces and ceasefires. Lauren Benton is the Barton M. Biggs Professor of History at Yale University and recipient of the Toynbee Prize for

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00:12:11

Wisconsin Bug Guy PJ Leisch

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/07

PJ Liesch, UW-Wisconsin entomologist, joins Friday 8 O'Clock Buzz guest host Kia Karlen to share his excitement about the current cicada emergence, a rare event occurring only once every 17 years in the state. Earlier this year he was on the show to build anticipation for the event, and now they are here! Liesch describes the overwhelming sound in Lake Geneva, where cicadas are thriving in large numbers. He notes the stark difference from the last emergence in 2007, with today's event gaining

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00:07:38

NurD

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/07

Minnesota's rising hip-hop star Nur-D, known for his inclusive and socially conscious music, headlines the Marquette Waterfront Festival in Madison. Performing Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at Yahara Park, Nerdy promises a dynamic show with his 13-piece "Spider Band," blending hip-hop with theatrical flair. Nur-D’s recent collaboration with the Minnesota Orchestra highlights his ability to merge diverse musical worlds. Despite initial apprehensions about fitting into the traditionally white orchestra

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00:01:40

Ankurs Picks 06072024

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/07

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. Ankur’s Picks this week are: 35th anniversary of Marquette

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00:05:27

Madison area organizations launch campaign to pay off...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/07

A coalition of Madison-area social justice organizations launched a campaign this week to permanently draw down on meal debt at local schools. Labor Radio spoke to some of the organizers about the effort.Reporting Courtesy of Sean Hagerup Photo Courtesy of U.S. Department of Agriculture on Flickr

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00:03:09

ACLU of Wisconsin Sues City of Milwaukee Over RNC...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/06

The ACLU of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit against the city of Milwaukee today. It argues the city's plans for the Republican National Convention next month violate the First Amendment rights of demonstrators. Image courtesy: The City of Milwaukee, shows the RNC security map.

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00:52:46

An Update with Mouin Rabbani

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/06

On today's pledge drive special, host Allen Ruff welcomes back listener-favorite Mouin Rabbani to help us understand the current state of the war in Israel-Palestine. They discuss the International Criminal Court's warrant for arrest against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, question Israel's willingness to end the war, and highlight US involvement. Mouin Rabbani is a researcher, analyst, and commentator specializing in Palestinian affairs, the Arab-Israeli conflict, and the contemporary

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00:03:34

It ain’t over till it’s over: Mike Pressman Continues...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/06

Buy some Peanuts and Cracker Jack, The Midvale Heights Baseball Association is in full swing The Association has three different leagues that are all designed to get kids interested in baseball. W.O.R.T Reporter James Tishler spoke to the League’s Commissioner Michael Pressman about his work - and his love of sports.

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00:08:26

Rhoda Makes Because..

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/06

Rhoda Makes Because.. by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:19:54

Opponents of Enbridge Pipeline Testify at Public Hearing

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2024/06/06

Knowing the history of the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline is critical if one wants to understand ongoing opposition to the company's plan to reroute the pipeline. Every day, Line 5 moves over 23 millions gallons of natural gas liquids, light crude oil, and light synthetic crude over 600 miles through the heart of the Great Lakes and over the Bad River Reservation. Since its inception in 1967, Line 5 has spilled 33 times, releasing over one million gallons of oil along its length from Superior, Wisconsin

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