PUBLIC SERVICE SHOWS

Since 1995, Rob Reinhart has hosted Acoustic Cafe, radio’s best international showcase for new acoustic music. Each week, tune in to Acoustic Cafe to hear the latest from today’s greatest songwriting talents. Musical selections cover a wide variety of genres from country, blues, rock, folk pop and much more! In addition to classic songwriters, Acoustic Cafe tries to bring as many newer talents to the table as possible.

On Air:

Saturday: 11PM - 1AM

Sunday: 12AM - 1AM

Every week on 88.3 The Sting tune in for Big Picture Science. Hosts Molly Bentley and Seth Shostack engage the public with modern science research through smart and humorous storytelling. Big Picture Science does more than interview top scientists and technology innovators. Themed episodes connect those latest research ideas to identify emerging trends - and why they matter.

On Air:

Monday: 9AM - 10AM

Saturday 9AM - 10AM

Christopher Closeup encourages people of all ages and from all walks of life to use their God-given talents to make a positive difference in the world. The weekly half-hour series regularly introduces listeners to individuals - some famous, some not so famous - who are using their gifts, talents, and abilities to create a better world.

On Air:

Sunday: 9AM - 9:30AM

Escape the buzz of the city and take a trip to the countryside with Dream Farm Radio. Each week, host Julie Lavender welcomes accomplished independent musicians and encourages their dreams as they perform their music and talk about what inspires them. The show features original music, breaking down barriers between musical genres to explore a broad spectrum of Jazz sounds.

On Air:

Sunday: 11AM - 12PM

Sunday: 3AM - 4AM

Every week on 88.3 The Sting, tune in to hear Footlight Parade: Sounds of the American Musical. Join host Bill Rudman as he discusses the rich history of American musical artists, writers and shows. Footlight Parade showcases the best of Broadway and Hollywood with songs from the turn of the 20th century to today. With a new theme each week, you’ll hear everything from classic operas to modern show tunes.

On Air:

Wednesday: 9AM - 10AM

Sunday: 10AM - 11AM

In Black America is a long-running program dedicated to all facets of the African American experience. Each week host John L. Hanson Jr. interviews a variety of current and historical figures who make an impact on life In Black America. Stories from civil rights leaders, artists and everything in between provide listeners with a unique perspective on the experiences African Americans face in their lifetime, and the changes being made to improve them.

On Air:

Friday: 9AM - 9:30AM

Sunday: 6AM - 6:30AM

Living Planet tells environment stories from around the world, digging deeper into topics that touch our lives every day. From the food we eat to the waste we produce, Living Planet explores our Earth and the impacts we have on it. As our impacts on the Earth increase, they are also increasingly affecting people and ecosystems -- making even more pressing the need for balanced environmental reporting.

On Air:

Tuesday: 9AM - 9:30AM

Sunday: 5AM - 5:30AM

The Media Project is an inside look at media coverage of current events with The Times Union’s Rex Smith, WAMC’s Alan Chartock, Daily Freeman Publisher Emeritus Ira Fusfeld and more. Listen as they engage in spirited debate on timely media issues including print, television, radio, and internet media.

On Air:

Friday: 9:30AM - 10AM

Sunday: 6:30AM -7AM

Hosted by former New York Times Ethicist Columnist Randy Cohen, Person Place Thing features guests who talk about a person, a place and a thing they find meaningful. Randy pulls out the most interesting details from columnists to musicians, architects and ballerinas including Rosanne Cash, E. Jean Carroll and Gene Kohn. The results: surprising stories from great talkers. 

On Air:

Sunday: 4AM - 4:30AM

Thursday: 9AM - 9:30AM

Every week on The Book Show, host Joe Donahue interviews authors about their book experiences. It’s a celebration of both readers and writers.

On Air:

Thursday: 9:30AM - 10AM

Sunday: 3AM - 3:30AM