From The Vault
A weekly radio program from the Pacifica Radio Archives. (04:00 AM - 05:00 AM ET)
The Thom Hartmann Program
Thom Hartmann is a progressive national and internationally syndicated talkshow host. (06:00 AM - 07:00 AM ET)
Letters and Politics
Pacifica's Mitch Jeserich hosts "Letters & Politics," a look at
burning political issues and debates, and their historical context,
within the US and worldwide (07:00 AM - 08:00 AM ET)
Democracy Now
Democracy Now! is a national, daily, independent, award-winning news
program hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez.
Democracy Now!'s War and Peace Report provides our audience with access
to people and perspectives rarely heard in the U.S.corporate-sponsored
media, including independent and international journalists, ordinary
people from around the world who are directly affected by U.S. foreign
policy, grassroots leaders and peace activists, artists, academics and
independ ... (08:00 AM - 09:00 AM ET)
The Human Rights and Social Justice Program
with
UTE RITZ-DEUTCH
Conversations with activists and scholars about human rights and social justice issues of interest to our community, and how these issues intersect on the local, national, and international level. (09:00 AM - 10:00 AM ET)
Sprouts
with
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Sprouts is a half-hour weekly program featuring radio content being produced by grassroots community radio stations, Indy Media Centers, and other independent production groups. We celebrate these many vital and diverse voices by bringing them to a national audience.
Our mission is to bring new voices to the airwaves, increase communication between this larger community of media producers of conscience, and encourage production collaboration across geographical distances via the Internet.
We ... (10:00 AM - 10:30 AM ET)
Economic Update
Economics Professor Richard D. Wolff and guests discuss the current
state of the economy, locally and globally. The program explores
alternative ways to organize, markets, and government policies (10:30 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)
Crazy Words, Crazy Tune
with
ROGER SMITH
DJ Roger Smith plays music and popular culture of the 1920s and 1930s, in all genres and from around the world. (12:00 PM - 02:00 PM ET)
Music in Queso Emergency
(02:00 PM - 03:00 PM ET)
Music in Queso Emergency
(05:00 PM - 06:00 PM ET)
Discography Dive
with
NINA
Discography Dive is a crash course in your favorite musician's evolution, from their debut album to their latest drop. Join Nina as she dives into a new artist's catalog each show. Hear their greatest hits and deepest cuts, with tidbits of musical history between. (06:00 PM - 07:00 PM ET)
Spinster's Rock
Spinning, threading, weaving musical textiles for the rowdy, moody, funky, scrappy, silly, sexy, and real. (07:00 PM - 09:00 PM ET)
Conference of the Birds
with
STEPHEN COPE
Experimental, folk, and classical musics from around and beyond the
globe, from field recordings to free-jazz. Hosted by Stephen Cope. (09:00 PM - 12:00 AM ET)
WRFI Updates:
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
Upcoming Live Performance by Grammy-Nominated Musician Courtney Hartman on 10/4 on Lowlands with Somer
October 2, 2025
This live performance with Courtney Hartman is scheduled to air on Saturday October 4 from 3-5pm on Lowlands with Somer. Tune in at 88.1 Ithaca, 89.7 Southern Finger Lakes, or stream from anywhere at WRFI.org/listen Airing live on Saturday, October 4 from 3-5pm for a performance by Courtney Hartman on Lowlands with Somer. Courtney Hartman, ... more
What’s Next Ithaca? Free Speech and Media Literacy – Sunday, October 5 at South Hill Cider
September 30, 2025
Join us for What's Next Ithaca? an in person conversation about media literacy, free speech, and the state of the free press. October 5 at 6pm at South Hill Cider. Panelists will include: Cyndy Sheibe, Executive Director of Project Look Sharp which enhances learning through media literacy. Mickey Huff, Professor of Journalism at Ithaca College, Director ... more
Upcoming SPECIAL 10/3: The Media Democracy Blues featuring Victor Pickard
September 30, 2025
This Special interview with Victor Pickard hosted by Roger Smith is scheduled to air on Friday October 3 at 12pm. Tune in at 88.1 Ithaca, 89.7 Southern Finger Lakes, or stream from anywhere at WRFI.org/listen Tune in for 'The Media Democracy Blues' hosted by Roger Smith during Crazy Words, Crazy Tune. This special two-hour interview ... more
SPECIAL 10/3: The Media Democracy Blues featuring Victor Pickard
September 30, 2025
This Special interview with Victor Pickard hosted by Roger Smith first aired on Friday October 3 at 12pm. Tune in at 88.1 Ithaca, 89.7 Southern Finger Lakes, or stream from anywhere at WRFI.org/listen Tune in for 'The Media Democracy Blues' hosted by Roger Smith during Crazy Words, Crazy Tune. This special two-hour interview with the ... more