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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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00:07:09

06-24-2025 The beef and dairy cow market (part 2)

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/22

Part 2 of 2 - Bert and Pete talk about some factors affecting the beef and dairy cattle shortages, which has drastically increased the price of cattle. Climate, the closing of ‘ma & pa’ farms, and the screw worms being some. “Beef prices are at their highest levels ever.” Consumers will have to deal with these increases along with the budget cuts to SNAP and Medicare.

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00:07:17

GHC Workers United Endorse GHC Board Candidates

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/22

GHC Workers United Endorse GHC Board Candidates by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:02:00

News from The Backyard Universe #25

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/21

The first backyard report for the summer features wrens, an angry crow and possible tree frogs.

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00:06:00

Fresco Sconnie Street

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/20

Ava Borelli talks to George Abbott and Melanie Cain on Classical Jukebox on WORT-FM 6/19/25

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00:53:16

How Banality Enables Evil

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/20

On today’s show, host Esty Dinur speaks with two guests about Israel’s actions against Palestinians and now Iran. First, we’re joined by scholar Elizabeth Minnich who explains her philosophical study of banality and her new book, The Evil of Banality: On the Life and Death Importance of Thinking.Next, we’re joined by Sam Husseini to discuss Israel’s attacks on Iran, nuclear contamination risks, and how Trump’s actions regarding Israel are accelerating the establishment. Featured image: a map of

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00:03:34

Wisconsin lawmakers close-lipped on increased...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/20

The Wisconsin Legislature held its first floor sessions since the deadly shooting last weekend in Minnesota. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle condemned political violence – but stayed close-lipped on whether security at the state Capitol will be tightened. WORT News Reporter Maria Segura has more. _________________________________________

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00:05:54

State, local electeds celebrate Juneteenth

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/20

Today is Juneteenth and members of the community have been celebrating all week, with more events to come this weekend. WORT reporter Shayna Clark has more. Image courtesy: WORT News on Flickr

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00:03:34

SECURITY.mp3

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/20

SECURITY.mp3 by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:08:00

Transparency Talk: A Right to Record

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/19

According to Wisconsin’s open records law, the public has a right to record audio and video of public meetings. But sometimes, officials miss the memo. This week on “Transparency Talk”, hosts Bill Lueders and Tom Kamenick discuss an incident earlier this month in St. Francis where reporters were blocked from filming a public school meeting – and other cases where public officials miss the mark on what the media is and is not allowed to record. But before we turn it over to Tom and Bill, our

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00:13:48

And Still, We Rise!

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/19

June 19, 2025 marks the 160th anniversary of emancipation, and signifies the date that Texas finally got around to enforcing the Emancipation Proclamation at the end of the American Civil War.Tony's guest this morning on the Thursday Buzz is Dr. Fabu Carter, known to many as Madison’s first African American Poet Laureate. She shares with Tony a bit of history of Juneteenth along with information about a full day of Juneteenth events this Saturday, June 21, beginning with a historical Juneteenth

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00:28:29

As Israel Hits Nuclear Sites in Iran, Trump Mulls Use...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/19

In a matter of weeks, much of Israel's attention has shifted from Gaza (though not all; people are still being killed while queuing for food) to its next nemesis, Iran. 8 O'Clock Buzz host Tony Castañeda is joined by mideast commentator and activist Jennifer Loewenstein who explains the scope of Israeli's unprovoked military strikes to date, and why the US holds the key to Israel's long term goal of regime change in Iran. Photo courtesy of mana5280 on Unsplash.

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00:52:32

Analyzing the LA protests with Truthout reporter...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/19

Today’s show breaks down the recent events in LA, from the growing impunity of ICE and the National Guard to the increasing authoritarianism of the Trump administration. Host Allen Ruff is joined by Schuyler Mitchell to talk about her recent piece in Truthout. Featured image of Black Lives Matter protest in Oakland in 2020 via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0).

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00:02:34

Vape Products Restricted Under New Regulation

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/19

A new statute set to go into effect on July 1st will substantially increase regulations for nicotine vape devices in Wisconsin: shops can only sell products that have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration or are pending approval.

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00:28:39

Wisconsin State Senator Melissa Ratcliff

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/19

Wisconsin State Senator Melissa Ratcliff by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:07:33

BDDS Sykes

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/19

Ava Borelli talks to Jeffrey Sykes on Classical Jukebox on WORT-FM 6-19-25

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00:07:31

Forecast From Wednesday 6-18-25

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/19

Forecast From Wednesday 6-18-25 by WORT 89.9FM Madison

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00:06:56

Maria Stephan - Non-Violence as a Strategy for...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/19

Maria Stephan is the co-founder of and lead organizer at the Horizons Project, which researches non-violent approaches to combating authoritarianism. She explains why non-violence offers an effective strategy for ousting autocrats.Photo: Zoe Sullivan

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00:07:03

Tone Madison investigates Porchlight living...

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/18

Local nonprofit Porchlight, Inc. has served Madison’s unhoused community for decades, providing affordable housing and supportive services to the city’s most vulnerable residents. The organization also filed more evictions last year than any other landlord in the city. And in a Tone Madison article published this week, current and former residents described unsanitary conditions, unresponsive staff, and inadequate services. Freelance reporter Sarah Eichstadt outlined her findings in a conversation

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00:03:05

Multi-scene hazmat investigation continues in Madison

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/18

Authorities are still close-lipped on an active hazmat investigation spanning three locations across Madison’s west side. Image courtesy: Jean Parks.

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00:52:53

Adding Tears to the Sparkle of Pride

WORT 89.9FM Madison ·

2025/06/18

On today’s show, host Ali Muldrow celebrates Pride months with two guests in the studio: Alder Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford and Alder Sean O’Brian, who both serve Madison’s east side. They highlight the important work of LGBTQ+ leaders at a time when attacks on queer and trans folks are being promoted by the Trump administration. Featured image of Alder Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford, Alder Sean O’Brian, and Ali Muldrow. Image courtesy of Sara Gabler/WORT.

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