Forgiveness or Parmesean?
(03:00 AM - 04:00 AM ET)
51%
In America, women make up more than half the population. Worldwide, women are expected to outnumber men within the next fifty years - and every issue we face is one that affects us all. Whether it's the environment, health, our children, politics or the arts, there's a women's perspective, and 51% is a show dedicated to that viewpoint. Host Jesse King talks to experts in their field for a wide-ranging, entertaining discussion of issues that not only fall into the traditional "women's issues" ca ... (05:00 AM - 05:30 AM ET)
Between The Lines
Between The Lines is a weekly syndicated half-hour news magazine
featuring progressive perspectives on national and international
political, economic and social issues.
Because Between The Lines is independent of all publications, media
networks or political parties, we are able to bring a diversity of
voices to the airwaves. This award-winning program provides a platform
for individuals and organizations generally ignored or marginalized in
corporate media. (05:30 AM - 06:00 AM ET)
The Thom Hartmann Program
Thom Hartmann is a progressive national and internationally syndicated talkshow host. (06:00 AM - 07:00 AM ET)
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)
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)
Unreserved
with
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(09:00 AM - 10:00 AM ET)
Techtonic
w/Mark Hurst. Conversations with creators and thinkers who are charting the way forward in a tech-saturated society. In our shift to a digital future, we need alternatives to Big Tech. (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 Scenic Route
with
FELIX
Musical meanderings charting a course through time and space. Discover new vibrational vistas and buried beauties, and take unexpected detours on 'The Scenic Route.' (12:00 PM - 02:00 PM ET)
Instrument Spotlight
with
SAM THE COOL FISH MAN
Once a week, we listen to music that features a chosen instrument. One week it will be drums, the next could be flute, and after that, maybe harp?! Many instruments will have their time to shine. (02:00 PM - 03:00 PM ET)
Music in Queso Emergency
(03:00 PM - 04:00 PM ET)
Are You Out There?
with
MAX
Are You Out There? exists at the intersections where music and queer identity collide with history and pop culture. From the clubs to the riots to the mainstream, queer artists have always used music to express themselves. Join me as we cross genres like folk, electronic, punk, and indie and themes like soundtracks, jukebox classics, gender-defying anthems, and the songs we put on our mixtapes. Queer artists (and their friends) will be showcased to weave a musical narrative that honors the spiri ... (04:00 PM - 05:00 PM ET)
Music in Queso Emergency
(05:00 PM - 06:00 PM ET)
George's Sparkletone Hour
with
GEORGE
Record collector records chosen at random. (06:00 PM - 07:00 PM ET)
Night Toast
with
RICH RECCHIA
A half rock, half electronic ambient music show (07:00 PM - 09:00 PM ET)
Call to the Universe
with
NIKO
An expression of the space funk progressive new age jazz psychedelic exploration (09:00 PM - 11:00 PM ET)
Music in Queso Emergency
(11:00 PM - 12:00 AM ET)
WRFI Updates:
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
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