Acid Jazz by Moonlight
Saturday early morning, midnight to 5 a.m.
ACID JAZZ has roots going back several decades. This form of modern jazz combines hip-hop, soul and funk elements with the improvisational nature of jazz to create music that is sometimes danceable, sometimes trance-like, often difficult to describe, and always different. Explore the many textures of ACID JAZZ with your hosts Jacky Z and Bob Signorelli.
All Things Jazz
Monday to Friday, 6 a.m.
ALL THINGS JAZZ offers great jazz uninterrupted weekdays from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. News, weather and short features, such as STAR DATE, make this a well-rounded and informative program for all-day listening. ALL THINGS JAZZ also airs Sunday, 9 a.m. to Noon, Tuesday to Friday from midnight to 5 a.m., and Saturday from midnight to 10 a.m.
American Backroads
Friday, 10 p.m.
Hosted by Greg Easterling, American Backroads combines folk, country, blues and roots-rock from the ’50s through the ’90s to create an aural portrait of American music.Back to Schedule page
American Routes
Thursdays, 7 p.m., repeated Tuesdays, 10 p.m.
Hosted by Nick Spitzer, American Routes covers the “vast American musical landscape,” spanning genres and eras: From Aretha Franklin to George Jones, Los Lobos to Howlin’ Wolf, Count Basie to Beck.Beale Street Caravan
Thursday, 9 p.m.
Produced by the Memphis-based Blues Foundation, BEALE STREET CARAVAN features blues performances recorded at festivals and clubs, as well as interviews of various blues musicians by well-known blues personalities. This one-hour program is cohosted by Daren Dortin and Pat Mitchell.Blarney on the Air
Monday, 7 p.m.
BLARNEY ON THE AIR features the best of Celtic music - old and new, contemporary and traditional. Hosted by native Dubliner, Shay Clarke with Irish music writer and expert, Bill Margeson, each two-hour program is full of music, fascinating facts about Celtic music and its host countries, as well as stories and inside information about Ireland. Shay and Bill discuss everything from Irish weather to the their favorite spots in Ireland to enjoy music. And always, there is lots of good music... so Failte! (Welcome!)
Blues Before Sunrise
Sunday early morning, midnight to 5 a.m.Blues Edition
Saturday, 7 p.m.
Sometimes it’s Greg Freerksen, other times it’s Cyndy Lee, but no matter the host, BLUES EDITION is always a great time. You’ll hear the latest blues releases intermingled with classic cuts and traditional blues tunes, and the weekly “Blues Calendar.”
Blues From the Red Rooster Lounge
Saturday, 9 p.m.
Visit the Red Rooster Lounge for an hour of blues on this award-winning show.Back to Schedule page
Daylight Edition
Monday to Friday, 5 a.m.
Daylight Edition, hosted by WDCB’s Bob Lorenz, offers a full hour of information you can use to get your day off to a great start. Features include expanded state and local news, a comprehensive look at the weather, sports, and more of everything that makes this program so popular. Each day at 5:50 a.m, a quick, comprehensive update on the world of business and finance comes your way in the Marketplace Morning Report.
Dialogue
Monday, 6:30 p.m.
Structural and historical aspects of issues, rather than straight news analysis, are the basis of DIALOGUE. This perspective distinguishes it from other broadcasts dealing with the effects of major issues on foreign countries.
E-Town
Friday, 9 p.m.
Taped before a live studio audience in Boulder, CO, E-TOWN delivers the perfect mix of music, information and interviews. This one-hour variety show features musicians from all areas of acoustic music and is hosted by Nick Forster, formerly of the progressive bluegrass band Hot Rize.The Eclectic Picnic
Friday, 11 p.m.
Host Bill Nicholson puts his iPod on shuffle and brings an hour of jazz, folk, blues, and rarely heard music to you.51%
Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Over half the people in the world are women. What women do affects us all. Now, there's a radio program that takes a serious and intelligent look on society's impact on women and their impact on society. 51% is a weekly half-hour of illuminating features and interviews focusing on issues of particular concern to women. The program is produced by WAMC/Northeast Public Radio's National Productions in Albany NY in cooperation with Russell Sage College in Troy, NY. 51% is hosted by Dr. Jeanne Kammer Neff, President of The Sage Colleges, and WAMC's Mary Darcy.Family Health
Monday through Friday, 9:40 a.m.
Family Health is a daily series of 2 1/2 minute radio programs heard on over 200 radio stations. We provide practical, easy-to-understand, honest health information on common health problems and the latest health care developments.
Final Edition
Monday through Friday, 6 p.m.
The western suburbs’ first daily news magazine brings you the latest news, plus in-depth interviews, engaging feature segments and stimulating commentary. Whether it’s the newest legislation from Springfield or an event much closer to home, FINAL EDITION is your indispensable source for local news and information.Weekly Short Features (begin at approx. 6:20 p.m.)
Monday: “Wildthings”
Tuesday: “Journalism Shoptalk”
Wednesday: “Feeling Good”
Thursday: “Greenside Up”
Friday: “COD Happenings”
Some of the short features and Two-Minute Reviews are also available as PodcastsFolk Festival
Tuesday, 7 p.m.
Join host, Lilli Kuzma, for a great mix of folk artists and styles, from traditional and contemporary folk, to related styles like blues, bluegrass, folk-rock, Cajun, Celtic, world, and country. There are entertaining themed shows and occasional live studio performances, as well as the "Featured Folk" segment and weekly "Folk Calendar".
Folk Sampler
Monday, 9 p.m.
Folk music touches people in many different ways, some emotionally and some cerebrally. FOLK SAMPLER does both with a nice mix of folk styles.Hambone's Blues Party
Thursday, 10 p.m.
Hambone's Blues Party is a lively two-hour program featuring blues with some rhythm, blues with some soul and blues with some jump. Broadcasting from the backseat of his black Cadillac parked on the corner of Jazz Avenue and Blues Boulevard, Hambone plays the best in contemporary blues and classic R&B recordings. Jump start your weekend with Hambone!The Health Show
Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.
Produced by WAMC Public Radio, The Health Show is devoted to improving both physical and mental wellbeing. Intervews with physicians, caregivers, and healers promote and address awareness of health issues.Jazz Salon at PianoForte
Sunday, 6 p.m.
Jazz Tropicale
Sunday, 10 p.m.
If you’re a fan of Brazilian music, get ready to swing! Marshall Vente, who also leads his own Latin group "Tropicale", is your host for two hours. From traditional to contemporary, and Brazilian to Caribbean... "It's a jazz show with palm trees."Victor Parra's Mambo Express
Sunday, 3 p.m.
"Victor Parra's Mambo Express" explores the roots of today's of salsa music, including all forms of Afro-Cuban music from mambo to Afro-Cuban jazz.Marketplace Morning Report
Monday to Friday, 5:50 a.m.
The global economy is hard at work while Americans sleep, but they can catch up and keep up with Marketplace Morning Report, a quick, comprehensive update on the world of business and finance.Metal Rock
Monday early morning, midnight to 5 a.m.
Keeping hard rock alive in the greater Chicago area, host Steve James plays the best of this music, specializing in cuts rarely heard on commercial radio and music from local talent. Tune in for weekly updates on concerts, upcoming releases and more. “It’s the alternative to the alternative.”Midwest Ballroom
Saturday, 5 p.m.
New to the WDCB airwaves, Midwest Ballroom is hosted by John Russell (Ghrist), noted author and authority on Midwest ballroom orchestras from both the present and past. In this hour-long program, you’ll hear music from these dance bands, as well as a five-minute weekly feature highlighting a musician from ballroom history, John’s featured “song of the week,” and “sounds bites” from archived interviews.
Mountain Stage
Friday, 7 p.m., repeated the following Wednesday, 10 p.m.
Hosted by Larry Groce, MOUNTAIN STAGE presents an array of intelligent, contemporary music seasoned with traditional and grass-roots musicians. You’ll enjoy the live-performance setting that is popular, accessible and unpretentious. This weekly two-hour program is produced by West Virginia Public Radio.Back to Schedule page
Music from the Hearts of Space
Sunday, 7 a.m.
Since 1983, MUSIC FROM THE HEARTS OF SPACE, currently hosted by Stephen Hill, has been the premier radio program heard throughout the country by lovers of ambient, electronic, multicultural, environmental and contemplative music.
New Vintage
Sunday, 5 p.m.
Featuring the contemporary sounds of the vintage art form known as big band, New Vintage celebrates the many successes of today’s band leaders dedicated to furthering and promoting America’s greatest contribution to world music history. New Vintage is hosted by Bill O’Connell, leader of the Chicago Skyliners Big Band.Pulse of the Planet
Monday through Friday, 6:40 a.m.
Description to come.Putumayo World Music Hour
Sunday, 8 a.m., repeated on Monday, 11 p.m.
Discover a world of music on the Putumayo World Music Hour, an internationally syndicated radio show that takes listeners on a global musical journey every week. Hosted by Putumayo's CEO and Founder Dan Storper and Rosalie Howarth, the Putumayo World Music Hour is a weekly journey through the music of many different cultures, featuring appealing and accessible songs that are "guaranteed to make you feel good!" Playlists include well-known names like Bob Marley, Sting, Loreena McKennitt, and Santana, along with exceptional, underexposed international artists. The one-hour radio program also features interviews with world-class music makers such as Los Lobos, Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt, Joan Osborne, and Taj Mahal who eagerly support and have been influenced by world music. Putumayo World Music Hour is sponsored by Ten Thousand Villages in Glen Ellyn.Back to Schedule page
Reggae Explosion
Saturday, 10 p.m.
The music of Jamaica is featured with your musical travel agent, Dave Castro.
River City Folk
Tuesday, 9 p.m.
This 60-minute show features interviews and folk music. RIVER CITY FOLK is hosted by Tom May, a well-known singer, songwriter and guitarist.Riverwalk, Live from the Landing
Saturday, 10 a.m.
Hosted by David Holt and Jim Cullum, RIVERWALK, LIVE FROM THE LANDING celebrates the lives and music of America’s top jazz musicians, past and present. Each week, The Jim Cullum Jazz Band salutes these jazz pioneers in live performances featuring classic jazz and swing music, as well as fascinating stories that bring to life remarkable moments in the history of jazz.Back to Schedule page
Sounds Ethereal
Sunday, 5 a.m.
This blend of soothing electro-acoustic and visionary music is a wonderful way to begin a weekend morning, hosted by Still Bill.
Sports Doctor
Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
Dr. Bob Weil, sports podiatrist, and host Chris Fox share tips and information from Weil's medical experience. This program focuses on practical information for everyone, from children and young adults involved in athletics to the everyday or occasional adult athlete. Every week, special guest experts provide plenty of input on the selected topic.
StarDate
Daily at approximately 7:40 a.m., 2:40 and 5:40 p.m.
STARDATE, one of our most popular features, presents entertaining and informative ancient folklore combined with modern scientific discoveries. Sandy Wood is your host. WDCB is able to air STARDATE through a grant from the Adler Planetarium, Chicago.
State Week in Review/ State House Journal
Friday, 6:30 p.m.
Produced by Illinois Public Radio, both programs center on issues of concern to all Illinoisans. STATE WEEK IN REVIEW is broadcast during the General Assembly sessions; STATE HOUSE JOURNAL airs when the assembly is in recess.Back to Schedule page
Strictly Bluegrass
Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Bluegrass expert and aficionado Larry Robinson presents the music he loves, along with information on local groups and bluegrass concerts.
Swing Shift
Saturday, 11 a.m.
WDCB’s Bruce Oscar takes you back to the World War II era when “swing was king.”Chuck Schaden's Those Were the Days
Saturday, 1 p.m.
WDCB is very pleased to present Chuck Schaden's “Those Were the Days,” a program that has played a prominent role in Chicago’s radio history for more than 35 years. Drawing from his vast library of material each Saturday, Chuck presents old-time radio classics and music.Tent Show Radio
Monday, 10 p.m.
Tent Show Radio is a weekly variety series showcasing live performances from Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua. Featuring Big Top’s Artistic Director, Warren Nelson, the Blue Canvas Orchestra, and nationally and regionally renowned performers.When Country Wasn't Cool
Wednesday, 9 p.m.
"When Country Wasn't Cool" is a one hour program that takes the listener down the dusty trails of American Country Music from the mid-1920's rural string bands, 1940's Western Swing, Cowboy songs, and past the "golden era of Country & Western" in the 1950's. We end our travels in the mid-1970's, but we cover every element and every entertainer in that time line.
