Programming schedule

The Swing Era with Bud Pearson – Mondays 7PM PT/10PM ET

The Swing Era is an entertaining and informative musical program fed by the enormous recorded legacy that the Swing Era bands and artists left us. The Swing Era’s main focus is on the period from 1930 thru the 1940s, a span of time wide enough to present the bigger picture of this exciting musical era. Host Bud Pearson’s interest in big bands and swing began by listening to a local radio station that played all the best music of the ‘40s. Bud’s been a record collector ever since. The Swing Era draws on a collection of big band, swing era jazz and broadcast recordings of over 50,000 selections. Bud’s knowledge, backed by an extensive library of discographic and historical material provide the basis for the program’s annotation. There you have the Swing Era story. The rest is in the listening.

Radio Yesteryear with Craig Roberts – Mondays 9PM PT/12AM ET

Before video on demand, before television, even before the movies talked- there was radio! Radio’s “golden age” from the early 1930’s until the mid-1950’s produced some of the most beloved and enduring forms of entertainment. Dramas, Westerns, Comedy and Musical Variety all have their roots in the golden age of radio. Each evening, millions of Americans tuned to radio not only as a source of news, but also to enjoy their favorite programs. Experience the thrill of the best shows with Hollywood’s and radio’s greatest stars on Radio Yesteryear. Join curator and host Craig Roberts as he shares the history of the times and background information on the writers, directors, announcers and performers that made radio what it was. Tune in and thrill to the best of the golden age of radio on Radio Yesteryear.

Swinging Down the Lane with David Miller – Tuesdays 9PM PT/12AM ET

Big bands have been around since the 1920’s, and the recent interest in swing music has rekindled the flame. David Miller, the host of Swingin’ Down the Lane has been an ardent fan of the big bands all his life. As a child growing up in New Jersey, he set his radio dial to WNEW, where “Make Believe Ballroom” featured a constant stream of recordings by big bands and their vocalists. Swingin’ Down the Lane is dedicated to keeping the big band sound alive and well.

Inside the PAL with John Mylod –Wednesdays 7PM PT/10PM ET

Inside the PAL is the only the local sports radio program dedicated to showcasing local high school sports talent from throughout the Peninsula Athletic League. Each week host John Mylod and his team of high school broadcast reporters talk to the players and coaches of the Sequoia Union High School District and across the league. Engaging sports talk, team stats and highlights from games round out two lively hours of sports each week from Inside the PAL.

Jazz Rhythm with Dave Radlauer –Wednesdays 9PM PT/12AM ET

The Jazz Age. Considered by many as “America’s classical music”, jazz has been recognized since the ‘20s as a major form of musical expression. Each week, Jazz Rhythm showcases the music and stories behind the music, informed by host Dave Radlauer’s unsurpassed knowledge of the era. This this five-time award-winning series brings to life the colorful personalities and distinctive atmosphere of early Jazz, presenting everything from Jumping Swing, Classic Blues and Hot Jazz, both old and new on Jazz Rhythm.

Swing Thing with Fred Hall –Thursday 9PM PT/12AM ET

Join host Fred Hall ‘behind the scenes in swing’ on Swing Thing. Fred conducted his first interview with Helen Forrest in 1945 and subsequently recorded hundreds of artist interviews. Meet the singers, song writers/arrangers and musicians that created a uniquely American musical idiom called ‘swing’. Each week on Swing Thing, Fred showcases the music and shares conversations with the stars of the swing era. Artists like Harry James, Dick Haymes, Jo Stafford and hundreds more are all an intimate part of this remarkable show.

Sequoia Sports Classics –Fridays 5PM PT/8PM ET

If you’re a fan of Peninsula Athletic League sports, the be sure to join us for Sequoia Sports Classics, featuring play-by-play coverage of high school Baseball, Basketball and Football featuring teams representing the athletic talent of the Sequoia Union High School District and across the Peninsula Athletic League. John Mylod and his team of high school broadcast play-by-play announcers provide you a front row seat to the exciting action of past local high school sports action on Sequoia Sports Classics.

The Swing Era with Bud Pearson –Saturdays 9AM PT/12PM ET

The Swing Era is an entertaining and informative musical program fed by the enormous recorded legacy that the Swing Era bands and artists left us. The Swing Era’s main focus is on the period from 1930 thru the 1940s, a span of time wide enough to present the bigger picture of this exciting musical era. Host Bud Pearson’s interest in big bands and swing began by listening to a local radio station that played all the best music of the ‘40s. Bud’s been a record collector ever since. The Swing Era draws on a collection of big band, swing era jazz and broadcast recordings of over 50,000 selections. Bud’s knowledge, backed by an extensive library of discographic and historical material provide the basis for the program’s annotation. There you have the Swing Era story. The rest is in the listening.

Memories in Melody with Matt Taylor –Sundays 9AM PT/12PM ET

Memories in Melody is one of the longest continuously running shows in radio history. Hosted for over 65 years by New York radio legend Jack Ellsworth, the show has been passed down to his twenty-something grandson, popular musician Matt Taylor. With Matt’s fresh and vibrant musical insights, Memories in Melody offers a mix of the greatest songs by the greatest artists of the 20th century. The show also features rare interviews and recordings. Through Memories in Melody, Matt Taylor is assuring that the finest music ever made remains alive for those who know it best while introducing it to a whole new generation of listeners.

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