West Virginia Public Broadcasting

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West Virginia Public Broadcasting satisfies the human need to learn. Our programs nurture personal growth and civic responsibility, respect people's intelligence, and promote life-long discovery. We enrich lives so people might contribute more to their communities and their state. West Virginia Public Broadcasting, through our unique programs and services, will empower people to broaden their perspectives, appreciate their history and become active in their communities. Using the power of public service media, we will create more informed, more educated, more motivated, and more prosperous citizens who will build a better West Virginia for our children and grandchildren.

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187 Pieces

Inside Appalachia is our weekly radio and podcast, hosted by Mason Adams. The show highlights West Virginia’s cultural heritage and brings those stories to a broader audience.

Caption: Joy to the World with Bob Thompson
13 Pieces

Jazz pianist Bob Thompson, and the Bob Thompson unit have been featuring holiday classics at Christmas time for more than 20 years.

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Us & Them Podcast: We tell stories from the fault lines that separate Americans. Peabody award-winning public radio producer Trey Kay listens to people on both sides of the divide.


Latest Pieces

Caption: Robert Villamagna, a professional artist in Wheeling, W.Va., outside his studio in summer 2019. Robert tested positive for COVID-19 at the end of July 2020, and he is still in recovery., Credit: Caitlin Tan/ WVPB
In this episode, we check in with potters, painters, writers, and action figure makers, to see how they’re faring during—and in spite of—the corona...

  • Added: Sep 22, 2020
  • Length: 54:00
Caption: Taffy Nivert and John Denver playing “Country Roads” at the Cellar Door in December 1970, one of the first times the song was performed in public. Bill Danoff’s guitar is to the left. , Credit:  Courtesy Bill Danoff
The coronavirus pandemic has increased a desire to return home for some people; we’ll hear from several people who recently moved to Appalachia. So...

  • Added: Sep 16, 2020
  • Length: 54:00
Caption: Paula Cole with Bob Thompson and the Bob Thompson Band
Join Jazz pianist Bob Thompson, The Bob Thompson Band and guest vocalist, Paula Cole for a celebration of the holidays!

Bought by WYAP, WCVE, WJAB, WHRV, WUFT and more


  • Added: Sep 04, 2019
  • Length: 59:30
  • Purchases: 8
Caption: Joy to the World with Bob Thompson
Vocalist Landau Eugene Murphy, Jr. celebrates the season with his band and The Bob Thompson Band in a live performance.

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  • Added: Nov 29, 2018
  • Length: 57:00
  • Purchases: 7
Caption: Bob Thompson
Pianist Bob Thompson welcomes vocalist Meredith Dean Augustin [August-in] for the holiday jazz celebration Joy to the World. You’ll hear songs of t...

Bought by KMUW, WDCB, and WCNY


  • Added: Nov 20, 2017
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 3
Caption: Randy Thomas and Trey Kay, Credit: Joni Deutsch
Americans tend to sort themselves into tribes that share similar culture, ideas and values. Trey recalls kids at his West Virginia high school sort...

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  • Added: Sep 07, 2017
  • Length: 35:14
  • Purchases: 1
Caption: Bob Thompson, Credit: Josh Saul
Jazz pianist Bob Thompson, and the Bob Thompson unit have been featuring holiday classics at Christmas time for more than 20 years. Join Bob, his b...

Bought by WYAP, WHRV, WMOT, WICR, WETS and more


  • Added: Nov 30, 2016
  • Length: 57:14
  • Purchases: 20
Caption: Mollie and Bob
Pianist Bob Thompson of Mountain Stage welcomes special guest vocalist Mollie O’Brien for this year's holiday jazz show "Joy to the World." Hear so...

Bought by WYAP, WHRV, KRPS, WJAB, KMUW and more


  • Added: Nov 17, 2015
  • Length: 58:00
  • Purchases: 17
Caption: Bob Thompson with Heather Masse
Pianist Bob Thompson welcomes guest vocalist Heather Masse to join him for the 21st annual "Joy to the World" from West Virginia Public Radio. This...

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  • Added: Dec 03, 2014
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 20
Caption: Joy to the World 2013
Jazz pianist Bob Thompson and his band welcome renowned vocalist Catherine Russell to celebrate the holiday season with favorites old and new.

Bought by WYAP, WCVE, WHRV, Allegheny Mountain Radio, KMUW and more


  • Added: Dec 11, 2013
  • Length: 58:59
  • Purchases: 11