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ABOUT US

KDRT 95.7 FM is grassroots radio from Davis, CA, airing an eclectic mix of music and public-affairs programming. A project of nonprofit Davis Media Access, KDRT streams worldwide via KDRT.org.

 

OUR PROGRAMS

That's Life

Lois Richter’s format for That’s Life is mostly interviews. Recurring topics include Davis activities and groups; work and life choices; philosophy and theory; plus birding, cooking, art, and other passions. Lois occasionally breaks into music — from ballads to the slack key sounds of Hawaii to golden oldies rock 'n' roll — but mostly there is just talk.

To suggest a topic for discussion or a person to interview, text Lois or leave a message in the comments here.

Live Sunday 7-8am
DJ(s): 
Lois Richter
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Classical Excursions

Greg LaTraille

Classical radio programs often focus on well-known light classics and ignore challenging and imaginative masterworks, especially from the rich repertoire of 20th century music, which is very diverse. This results in listeners who are unaware of many wonderful works. Excursions will present short and longer works by famous as well as less known composers, with insightful commentary by a composer with years of experience in radio, classical marketing, and music education.

Live on the first, third and occasional fifth Friday of the month.  

Live Friday 11am-1pm
Replays Sunday 11am-1pm
DJ(s): 
Greg LaTraille
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Hello Davis!

Hello Davis!

Hello Davis! spotlights the people and organizations that help define the character of our town. Each week, one of the follow local community organizations hosts the program in rotation, interviewing guests connected to their work — sharing stories, highlighting their programs, and offering a closer look at how they serve Davis. 

Live Wednesday 5:30-6pm
Replays Wednesday 11:30pm-Thursday 12am
DJ(s): 
Pieter Pastoor
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Blue Light Central

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Every week, the big blue train we call the Blue Light Central rumbles out of the station for an hour-long ride through a landscape of blues, classic R&B, soul, gospel, zydeco, and low-down boogie. Mark Drnek is your ticket agent, porter, engineer, brakeman, and conductor on a weekly excursion through the vast music landscape.

Live Thursday 9-10pm
Homepage URL: 
Blue Light Central on the web
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The Shortwave Report

The Shortwave Report is a weekly review of global news stories recorded via shortwave radio. 

Live Tuesday 5-5:30pm
Homepage URL: 
The Shortwave Report on the web
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Steely Dan's Can't Buy a Thrill anniversary special on the next Sonic Rehab!

Sat, 11/14/2026 - 5:44am | Jojo Johanssen

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If you didn't know this already, Steely Dan is DJ Jojo Johanssen's favorite band. Ever. He is ever so delighted to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Steely Dan's debut album Can't Buy a Thrill, with a special edition! Music from Steely Dan, Donald Fagen, and Walter Becker. That's it. There will be some that you may know, and some deep cuts as well. Don't miss this one folks! Tune in Monday, Nov. 16 from 1-3 p.m. on KDRT 95.7 fm or stream on kdrt.org.

If you can't listen live (booooooo!) or want to listen again (yaaaaaaay!), you can check it out in the kdrt.org archives for up to 2 weeks after broadcast. d(-_-)b

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Davis Garden Show – Nov. 12, 2026

Thu, 11/12/2026 - 12:00pm | Cyclrn

Today’s topics: fall color, veg planting, purple cyclamen, pruning questions, and more.

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Dashboard Diaries – Nov. 11, 2026

Wed, 11/11/2026 - 12:25pm | RayK

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This week on Dashboard Diaries, DJ RayK ponders the end of the world as we know it with tunes from R.E.M., The Mavericks, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, Tears for Fears and a cast of dozens. Climb in and we’ll drive ‘til our butts hurt, Wednesday, 3-5 p.m. on KDRT.org or listen to the podcast anytime

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Jazz After Dark, Nov. 10, 2026

Tue, 11/10/2026 - 5:00pm | Don Shor

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On tonight’s show: Louis Armstrong and His Hot Seven, Frankie Trumbauer with Bix Beiderbecke, Benny Carter, Georgie Auld, Chet Baker, Richard Twardzik, Russ Freeman, Jimmy Hamilton, Dinah Washington, Ella Fitzgerald, Carmen McRae, Gerry Mulligan, Earl "Fatha" Hines, Herbie Hancock with Dexter Gordon on sax, and Allen Toussaint.

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45. Chasing Zero: Working to Eliminate Medical Harm from Boston

Fri, 11/06/2026 - 5:30pm | Dr. Shaikh

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The Hippocratic Oath pledges to "First, do no harm". But is Zero Harm in healthcare a realistic destination, or is it an unachievable stretch goal that might actually do more harm than good? In this episode of Mapping Healthcare, we explore whether healthcare systems can truly eliminate preventable medical errors or if Zero Harm is an aspirational vision. We trace the evolution of patient safety from individual blame to the Swiss Cheese Model and High-Reliability Organizations. The episode covers just culture, systems safety, proactive risk management, and how healthcare teams balance perfection with everyday reality.

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Listening Lyrics, Nov. 6, 2026: My voice, my story, Alex Bustos, life with a stutter

Fri, 11/06/2026 - 4:00pm | Pieter Pastoor

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Alexander Bustos is an intern with the Downtown Davis Business Association and a full-time UC Davis student beginning in his junior year.

He has lived much of his life with a stutter, and joins us in this episode of Listening Lyrics to talk about what that experience has been like — the challenges, the reactions from others, the confidence it takes, and the lessons he has learned along the way.

This is really a conversation about much more than speech. It’s about being heard, being understood, and living life on your own terms. Since this show is Listening Lyrics, we know that music often says things we sometimes struggle to put into words, so a few songs will be played as well (see playlist below).

Listening Lyrics playlist for 11/06/2026
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Yolo Backyard Bulletin – Nov. 5, 2026

Thu, 11/05/2026 - 5:00pm | Jesse Drew

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This week on Yolo Backyard Bulletin... 

Local advocates for the unhoused Rick Muniz and Zachariah Oquenda join us to discuss caring for our neighbors! 

Here are some important resources to enhance public understanding:

  • Police Accountability Commission Public Outreach Meeting, September 10, 2026: Working Together to Protect Our Neighbors
  • Out of Sight, Out of Community: A Report on Homelessness and Law Enforcement in Davis
  • Davis Vanguard: Taxpayers Funding the Unhoused
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The Russ Tolman Goodtime Hour is back! – Nov. 5, 2026

Thu, 11/05/2026 - 3:00pm | Russ Tolman

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Russ Tolman hoists anchor once again to sail the sonic seas. Today's return features a fantastic voyage through eclectic sounds, including new tracks from Son Volt, Iron & Wine, Neil Young & the Chrome Hearts, and Russ Tolman himself, alongside favorites from Al Green, Billy Strings, Slade, and more. Don't miss the return of The Goodtime Hour, Thursdays at 3 p.m. Pacific, on KDRT 95.7 FM in Davis; KDRT.org worldwide! Listen anytime via the web and the podcast apps!

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Davis Garden Show, Nov. 5, 2026

Thu, 11/05/2026 - 12:00pm | Don Shor

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Today’s topics: pruning apricots, fall color this year, red fescue under a mulberry, lemon and wind on a balcony, potatoes, and more.

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Dashboard Diaries – Nov. 4, 2026

Wed, 11/04/2026 - 3:00pm | RayK

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This week on Dashboard Diaries, DJ RayK stakes out his new territory on Wednesdays with a raucous playlist that includes Rare Earth, the Stones, Wilson Pickett, Jackie Wilson, the Doobie Brothers, and dozens more. Hop in and hold on this Wednesday, 3-5 p.m. on KDRT.org  or listen to the podcast anytime.

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