Background Briefing
A radio program featuring international and national news, expert
guests, policy makers, and critics offering analysis and insight on
national security, foreign and domestic policy, political, cultural, and
social issues.Background
Briefing"focuses on national security in the broadest sense going
beyond defense and intelligence to encompass the soft power of cultural
influence, economic strength and social justice covering everything from
healthcare to human rights, the environment to ent ... (07:00 AM - 08:00 AM ET)
Counterspin
FAIR, the national media watch group, has been offering well-documented
criticism of media bias and censorship since 1986. We work to invigorate
the First Amendment by advocating for greater diversity in the press
and by scrutinizing media practices that marginalize public interest,
minority and dissenting viewpoints. FAIR produces the weekly radio
program CounterSpin, the show that brings you the news behind the
headlines. (09:00 AM - 09:30 AM ET)
Making Contact
Making Contact is committed to in-depth critical analysis that goes beyond the breaking news. Showcasing voices and perspectives rarely heard in mainstream media, Making Contact focuses on the human realities of politics and the connections between local and global events, emphasizing positive and creative ways to solve problems. (09:30 AM - 10:00 AM ET)
The Ralph Nader Radio Hour
Ralph Nader is a consumer advocate, lawyer, and author.
He was born in Winsted, Connecticut on February 27, 1934. In 1955 Ralph
Nader received an AB magna cum laude from Princeton University, and in
1958 he received a LLB with distinction from Harvard University. His
career began as a lawyer in Hartford, Connecticut in 1959 and from
1961-63 he lectured on history and government at the University of
Hartford.
In 1965-66 he received the Nieman Fellows award and was named one of ten
Outstand ... (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ET)
The Capitol Pressroom
Hosted by David Lombardo, The Capitol Pressroom is a daily one-hour radio program broadcast from the Legislative Correspondents Association Pressroom on the third floor of the State Capitol in Albany. The show features interviews with important newsmakers. It also features analysis from seasoned political reporters who work the Albany beat for newspapers and wire services around the state including The New York Times, Newsday, the Albany Times, Union, Gannett News Service and the Associated Pre ... (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET)
The African Postman with DJ Art-V
with
DJ ART-V HOST OF THE AFRICAN POSTMAN SHOW WRFI-FM & WINO-FM
DJ Art-V delivers the music of the African continent to you every Monday 12-2 (12:00 PM - 02:00 PM ET)
The Big Scoob Show
with
BIG SCOOB
(02:00 PM - 04:00 PM ET)
Attic Inhabitant
with
BEN
It's an indie rock show, but not one that's real dedicated to the concept of 'rock', and gets kind of flexible about the 'indie'. A few of your old faves, some of the new stuff you've been meaning to check out, and some cross-pollination from other genres near and far. Airs every other week. (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM ET)
Indie Interlude
with
TALIA
Indie Interlude features contemporary indie, alternative, and folk music with a focus on independent artists and labels. Each show will have a new theme. Themes might include music from specific regions, a lyrical theme, or new releases. Tune in to discover new favorite tunes! (06:00 PM - 07:00 PM ET)
The Humming Wires
with
JOHN
The Humming Wires is a weekly, genre-bending jaunt through the worlds of cosmic country, Southern-fried groove-grease, Afro-garage-disco and just about every other type of music you can imagine. Join John as he plums the depths of the record bin for classic cuts and probes the outer limits for unheralded masterworks. (07:00 PM - 09:00 PM ET)
Music in Queso Emergency
(11:00 PM - 12:00 AM ET)
WRFI Updates:
Upcoming Live Performance by IDELYNE 11/13 on The Scenic Route with Felix
November 6, 2025
This live performance with IDELYNE is scheduled to air on Thursday November 13 from 12-1pm on The Scenic Route with Felix. Tune in at 88.1 Ithaca, 89.7 Southern Finger Lakes, or stream from anywhere at WRFI.org/listen Airing live on Thursday November 13th from 12-1pm for a performance by IDELYNE on The Scenic Route with Felix ... more
LIVE Performance by IDELYNE 11/13 on The Scenic Route with Felix
November 6, 2025
This live performance with IDELYNE is scheduled to air on Thursday November 13 from 12-1pm on The Scenic Route with Felix. Tune in at 88.1 Ithaca, 89.7 Southern Finger Lakes, or stream from anywhere at WRFI.org/listen Airing live on Thursday November 13th from 12-1pm for a performance by IDELYNE on The Scenic Route with Felix ... more
CREATIVES: Interview with Fugazi drummer Brendan Canty on the Youth Radio Project
November 4, 2025
Brendan Canty with Fugazi. Brendan Canty with The Messthetics in Seattle. (Cat Rose photo) Tune in Wednesday November 5th at 5pm or Sunday November 9 at 3pm for a new Creatives on WRFI interview with Fugazi drummer Brendan Canty on the Youth Radio Project Tune in for two November broadcasts of Creatives on WRFI, ... more
Upcoming SPECIAL 11/7: Dr. Alice Rothchild on the Human Rights & Social Justice Hour
October 30, 2025
This Special interview with Dr Alice Rothchild is scheduled to air on Friday November 7 at 9am on the Human Rights & Social Justice Hour with host Ute Ritz-Deutch. Tune in at 88.1 Ithaca, 89.7 Southern Finger Lakes, or stream from anywhere at WRFI.org/listen Tune in Friday, November 7 at 9am for an interview with ... more
WRFI Presents a Square Dance Fundraiser at Stone Bend Farm – Friday October 24 6-9pm
October 7, 2025
WRFI Presents a Square Dance Fundraiser at StoneBend Farm in Newfield on Friday October 24th from 6-9pm. No experience necessary! WRFI & FLX Squares welcomes experienced and beginner dancers. Experience the joy and laughter of a classic square dance, with delicious food from Stonebend, and music by the Mess-a-rounders. A can't miss community celebration in ... more