The Summit

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The Summit is listener supported, non-commercial public radio serving the diverse musical culture of the Akron-Canton-Youngstown communities, as the premier source for an innovative and eclectic mix of music.  We also have three online stations: Summit Flashbacks, KIDJAM! Radio, and Rock & Recovery.

KIDJAM! is a new and exciting commercial-free online listening experience that kids and parents can enjoy together. The sound is fresh and fun featuring hit tunes spanning five decades.

Based in the birthplace of the modern recovery movement, Akron, Ohio, Rock & Recovery is an online community built around the healing power of music for people dealing with addiction or trauma. We mix music with inspirational stories and messages to give you strength and hope.

Series

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50 Pieces

Musicians, comedians, clinicians, veterans, and those in recovery share insights into their experience recovering from addiction, mental illness, and trauma.


Latest Pieces

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Reverand John Shluep is a pastor and veteran who directs Warrior's Journey Home.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:00
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David Peacock directs the Valor Home in northeast Ohio for homeless vets trying to find a new life in recovery.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:00
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Dr. Karen Jordan works with vets and their families to find their way back home together.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:00
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Dr. Nicole Labor is an alcohol and drug therapist who is also in recovery. She offers a clear description of addiction.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:00
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Julie DeStefano is an independant film maker who has documented the problems facing our women warriors.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:00
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Judge Terin Heath presides over the Honor Court for veterans in trouble with the law.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:00
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Joseph Arthur is a musician and artist who has been trying to live clean and sober for more than 20 years.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:00
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Singer/songwriter Jason Isbell shares how he feels living sober.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:00
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Singer/songwriter Mike Doughty shares feelings on being sober.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:02
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James Young of Styx talks about playing clean and sober.

  • Added: Mar 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:02