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Ultima Thule #1078
From: George Cruickshank
Series: Ultima Thule Ambient Music
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Showcasing new old music from 33 Tetragammon and Human Metronome; also featured are Andrew Thomas Wilson, Dirk Serries, Joris de Backer and Robert ...

Bought by KHNS, Radio Catskill, and KPIP-LP


  • Added: Sep 11, 2015
  • Length: 01:29:59
  • Purchases: 3
Independence Special (Hour 1)
From: D. Grant Smith
Series: The Appetizer Radio Show
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This is not your everyday variety Independence Day special. It's a celebration of what America is and can be when we unite with one heart. This col...

Bought by KTOO and KPVL


  • Added: Jun 27, 2015
  • Length: 59:02
  • Purchases: 2
Some of My Favorites
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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Some favorite poetry from this past season.

  • Added: Jun 27, 2015
  • Length: 01:01:22
Around The Bend E31
From: Maximilian Eyle
Series: Around The Bend
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This episode explores what it means to play "American" reggae and includes an exclusive interview with Josh Swain from The Movement. Also look out ...

  • Added: Jun 17, 2015
  • Length: 59:41
Poetry about Growing Older
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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Poems and music about aging and lost youth.

  • Added: May 30, 2015
  • Length: 54:20
Poetry about Nostalgia (May 22, 2015)
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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A collection of "nostalgic" poetry and music.

  • Added: May 23, 2015
  • Length: 58:03
Folktale of Courage
From: Northeast Indiana Public Radio
Series: Folktales
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As Robert Frost put it: "Freedom lies in being bold." Some call it courage, and this episode, we're sharing many musical examples of this fine art-...

Bought by WFIU, 'The Sea', WFIU, GCR (Global Community Radio), GCR (Global Community Radio) and more


  • Added: May 21, 2015
  • Length: 01:00:00
  • Purchases: 7
5 Songs We Can't Stop Listening To with Death Cab For Cutie
From: RadioMilwaukee
Series: 5 Songs We Can't Stop Listening To
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5 Songs We Can't Stop Listening To with Death Cab For Cutie from 88Nine Radio Milwaukee

  • Added: May 19, 2015
  • Length: 23:36
The Moral Imperative of Music Education - Spirit of Harmony Foundation-Tod Rundgren
From: Phil Mariage
Series: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow
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The Spirit of Harmony Foundation was formed under the direction of Rock Star Todd Rundgren and his associates in order to promote the enduring impo...

  • Added: May 07, 2015
  • Length: 02:48:17
Folktale of Shame
From: Northeast Indiana Public Radio
Series: Folktales
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“Shame is a soul eating emotion", according to C.G. Jung. Hope you can spare an your to hear what that sounds like this week on Folktales--it would...

Bought by WFIU, GCR (Global Community Radio), WLPR , GCR (Global Community Radio), WLPR and more


  • Added: Apr 23, 2015
  • Length: 59:59
  • Purchases: 6
One Through Five: (April 3, 2015)
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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Poetry and music that incorporate numbers 1 through 5...

  • Added: Apr 04, 2015
  • Length: 58:15
In Perpetual Spring
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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Poetry and music inspired by spring.

  • Added: Mar 21, 2015
  • Length: 53:06
Poetry about Music and Musicians (February 27, 2015)
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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Poems about jazz artists (mostly).

  • Added: Mar 04, 2015
  • Length: 56:53
Folktale of Parting
From: Northeast Indiana Public Radio
Series: Folktales
Caption: WBOI's Folktale of Parting, Credit: Julia Meek
“Goodbyes, they often come in waves.” That's how the humorous American author, Jarod Kintz sees it--and this week's Folktale will show you what the...

Bought by WFIU, WFIU, 'The Sea', GCR (Global Community Radio), GCR (Global Community Radio) and more


  • Added: Feb 23, 2015
  • Length: 01:00:00
  • Purchases: 8
Poetry about Escape: (February 20, 2015)
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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Poetry and music about pleasurable escapes.

  • Added: Feb 21, 2015
  • Length: 53:14
Poetry about Famous Musicians: February 13, 2015
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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Poetry about and music by famous musicians.

  • Added: Feb 14, 2015
  • Length: 56:06
Artie Shaw (Ep. 16)
From: Jeff Haas
Caption: The swing era's reluctant hero: Artie Shaw
In the 1930s, clarinetist and bandleader Artie Shaw reigned as one of the great kings of the swing era. But just 20 years later, he mysteriously le...

Bought by WNMU-FM, WNMU-FM, KMUW, WNMU-FM, WCPN and more


  • Added: Feb 09, 2015
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 33
Thelonious Monk (Ep. 24)
From: Jeff Haas
Caption: Jazz legend Thelonious Monk
Thelonious Monk was one of the most original voices to emerge from the world of mid-century jazz. But it took decades for the world to realize it.

Bought by WNMU-FM, WNMU-FM, WCAI / WNAN Cape & Islands, Mass., WCQS, KMUW and more


  • Added: Feb 09, 2015
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 32
Poetry about Money (February 6, 2015)
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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Poetry and music reflecting the almighty dollar.

  • Added: Feb 07, 2015
  • Length: 56:56
An Autistic Teen's Guide To Impersonating Michael Jackson
From: KUOW's RadioActive Youth Media
Series: RadioActive: Summer 2014
Caption: Impersonating Michael Jackson made it easier for Lorenzo Manuel to deal with the social pressures of middle school., Credit: Courtesy of Lorenzo Manuel
Lorenzo Manuel started impersonating Michael Jackson after the singer’s death. At the time he found impersonating Michael helped him to cope with t...

Bought by PRX Remix


  • Added: Jan 14, 2015
  • Length: 05:13
  • Purchases: 1
A Fireside Christmas 2014: Part Three
From: Will Duchon
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An intimate program of classical and jazz Christmas music.

Bought by WVRU


  • Added: Dec 28, 2014
  • Length: 59:07
  • Purchases: 1
Minor Key: A Teenage Composer at a Crossroads
From: Mary Quintas
Caption: Bryson Alexander playing one of his compositions, Credit: Mary Quintas
Bryson Alexander is a Contemporary Classical music composer. At 16 years old, he’s composed nearly 40 pieces...all without knowing how to read or ...

Bought by WCAI / WNAN Cape & Islands, Mass. and PRX Remix


  • Added: Dec 09, 2014
  • Length: 04:32
  • Purchases: 2
Folktale of Hardship
From: Northeast Indiana Public Radio
Series: Folktales
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Obstacles of any sort are bitter pills to swallow, and what you make of them is often the final, and finest challenge. We're sharing musical reflec...

Bought by WFIU, GCR (Global Community Radio), WFIU, GCR (Global Community Radio), 90.1 WFYI Public Radio and more


  • Added: Nov 25, 2014
  • Length: 59:59
  • Purchases: 8
Poetry about Sundays (November 14, 2014)
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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Poems and music reflecting the particular energy of Sunday.

  • Added: Nov 15, 2014
  • Length: 50:44
Dawn, Morning, Afternoon, Dusk & Evening (November 7, 2014)
From: Will Duchon
Series: Words & Music
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A full day reflected in poetry and music.

  • Added: Nov 08, 2014
  • Length: 01:01:57