This Week's WHFR Journal: BBB Protections and HFC's President Talk Points of Pride
Tune in to this week's WHFR Journal on Friday, February 16 at 1pm, as we chat with Nakia Mills from the Better Business Bureau about safeguards available to consumers and businesses alike through this important organization. We'll also hear from HFC President Russ Kavalhuna as he shares some points of pride about HFC and the school's millage proposal on the ballot in the upcoming primary election. Join us!
"WHFR PRESENTS" February 18, 4-7PM EST
Bill Keith will take a deep dive into Progressive Rock during the WHFR Presents program on Sunday, February 18, from 4-7pm. The focus will be on new music with a look back at some of the classic bands making progressive music. He may even mix in some hard rock and metal to spice up the show!
Interested in Radio, or Becoming a WHFR Staff Member?
Experience local radio broadcasting and maybe even become a volunteer staff member by enrolling in TCM-189 WHFR Radio Staff Training, which provides an orientation to the non-commercial, educational radio station licensed to the college. This 1-Credit course covers essential station rules and procedures, operation of equipment, basic performance skills, is open to all students, and is required of those who wish to join the staff and assist in the operation of WHFR.
THE BIG SHOW AND RON ROBINSON OF RADIO DAZE
We present a special Radio Vault program episode celebrating radio past and present on Tuesday, Feb 13 starting at 10AM.
League of Women Voters and 5101 Culinary on Friday's "WHFR Journal"
Please tune in to the WHFR Journal tomorrow, February 9 at 1 pm, as we chat with the Co-Presidents of the League of Women Voters Dearborn-Dearborn Heights about the upcoming election and our voting rights as citizens. We'll discuss changes to voting rules for the Feb. 27th Primary election, early voting options, and more. We'll also talk with Chef Jeff Click from HFC Culinary about the new season of the 5101 Restaurant on the campus of Henry Ford College and ways that you can support up-and-coming culinary students and enjoy a delicious meal at the same time.
WHFR PRESENTS... FROM PHILLY WITH LOVE
Join the host of The House That Jack Swing Built, Missy J, as LOVE IS heard on the airwaves Sunday, February 11, from 4-8pm. The show will feature selections from the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia International Records, Philly Groove and TSOP (THE SOUND OF PHILADELPHIA).
Reaching farther out into the community, WE are WHFR 89.3 FM!
“WHFR PRESENTS”: There's Always Room For Cello
The February 4th edition of WHFR PRESENTS will feature a wide array of cellists in the creative world of jazz, the avant-garde and bit of modern classical music for good measure.
Tune in to hear works from cellists such as Tristan Honsinger (pictured), Tomeka Reid, Abdul Wadud and many others on Sunday, February 4, from 4-8pm EST via WHFR 89.3fm and whfr.fm streaming live.
TOP TEN BLUES for January 2024
Please join Highway 61 for the best in new Blues releases and local area Artists' music every Friday, 2pm until 4pm, with host DJ~KittyLuv;) 'making~waves'.
Here is our latest Top Ten Blues new releases being aired at WHFR-FM 89.3:
Celebrating Captain Beefheart on "Roll And Tumble Take 2"
He was born Don Van Vliet on January 15, 1941, but became known as Captain Beefheart. His association with Frank Zappa, while in high school, shaped both of those artists careers in many "Bizarre" ways. They shared a love for blues, '50s R&B and jazz. After a series of singles in the mid '60s, the Captain was signed by Zappa for his most well known "masterpiece" Trout Mask Replica.
"WHFR PRESENTS" January 28, 4-8PM EST
Join Bill Keith from 4-6pm as he presents "BACK IN THE DAY," a throwback to college radio past, featuring artists from the '70s and '80s, along with current music by those artists, showing that they are still making relevant music today.
Stay tuned from 6-8pm as Brian Yamstein explores the various renditions of the classic song "Peggy O" on his HISTORY NOTES special, starting with the original Bob Dylan versions and into the various takes on the piece.
Ms. Marjon To Host "WHFR PRESENTS"
Ms. Marjon plays R&B and Classic Soul music (including independent music) from the '70s, '80s, '90s, and 2000s. Her radio shows feature music themes, interviews, special milestone shoutouts, and music requests from the listeners. Tune in to hear Ms. Marjon's host WHFR Presents on Sunday, January 21st, from 4 to 8 PM.
Today's WHFR Journal
Join us at 1pm today for a special broadcast of HFC President Russ Kavalhuna's 2024 State of the College address on the WHFR Journal . We'll also talk with Dan Lodge from the Dearborn Public Library about the many programs the library currently has available for our community. Check it out!
Celebrating Captain Beefheart on "Roll And Tumble Take 2"
Originally scheduled to air on Monday, January 15th, this special program will instead air on Monday, January 29th, from 4-6pm.
Martin Luther King Jr. Programming
On Sunday, January 14, from 4-8pm EST, WHFR PRESENTS: A JAZZ TRIBUTE TO MARTIN LUTHER KING will present a program of jazz pieces with Dr. Martin Luther King in mind. You will hear Suites by Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Wadada Leo Smith and John Coltrane as well as other bits and pieces concerning equality, freedom, love, etc...
WHFR PRESENTS Sunday January 14, 4-8pm EST with Pat Frisco.
