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Dave Radio

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MUSIC + MESSAGE = MOTION NOVELTY + CONFIRMATION = SATISFACTION     Dave Radio is an eclectic mix of music from across many generations and many styles. Dave Radio wants to move people - physically, emotionally, and mentally - by a sound emersion in a healthy dance space with community interaction. Scheduled On: Fridays 11pm - 1am Host: Dave Wilkens Click on the READ MORE button to learn about your host and to access the show's archive including playlists and recordings.

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World Beats

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Music is a universal language and a unifying power that transcends cultural and geographic divides. It has the power to transcend linguistic barriers, bringing people together, fostering empathy, and building connections between diverse people in a spirit of joy and understanding. "World Beats" is a celebration of music from every corner of the world. Our musical ambassador, Stephen.

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Syntheclectico

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Syntheclectico presents electronic and experimental music, cutting across the boundaries of nations, cultures, and genres. Originating with WHYR 96.9 Baton Rouge Community Radio on Saturdays at 8 PM local time, and streaming worldwide online at whyr.org. Playlists are posted at https://syntheclectico.weebly.com/

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and you don’t stop

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Epicenter of Hip Hop and Rap. Moderated, Narrated, and Navigated by Chuck D and Wildman Steve. Produced, Sequenced, Engineered, and Arranged by DJ Johnny Juice.

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Donne del Mondo

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Donne del Mondo features DJ Madame B spinning global music by women, celebrating musical women of the world. Available every Saturday, Donne del Mondo is syndicated on the Pacifica Radio Network in North America.

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The Saturday Morning Gospel Beat with Jonah Ray The show's theme is "Encouragement and Connection. God is whatever we need Him to be at every moment of our life and gospel music is amplifying music that uplifts and gives hope. The music shared are songs from and for the heart and soul so be sure to connect, listen, and be encouraged though reverence, worship and praise.

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Radio RESET

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Radio RESET, hosted by Sharon Folta, celebrates female voices in music, verse, activism and community from Sarasota and beyond!

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Juke in the Back

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Matt "the Cat" presents the soul that came before rock n' roll: 1950s rhythm and blues. Each week, this underrated and rollicking music plays on that old Rockola Jukebox in the back.

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WSLR News

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Grassroots reporting from Southwest Florida, produced by a handful of reporters and volunteers in downtown Sarasota. It airs on 96.5 FM Wednesday & Friday at 6pm with a Week in Review on Saturday at Noon. The Program is hosted by WSLR News Director, Johannes Werner. WSLR News Headlines air every day at 7 AM, 11 AM, and 4 PM (3 PM on Sunday)

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The Shortwave Report

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The Shortwave Report , a 30 minute review of news stories recorded from a shortwave radio.

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Nurture The Blues

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This program explores the wide spectrum of Blues—from national touring acts to standout Florida artists—with a spotlight on musicians who’ve performed across the Sarasota-Manatee region. Some episodes feature guest voices from Florida’s Blues scene, including artists, historians, and community organizers, sharing insights on the music’s evolution and impact. At the heart of each show is a belief in the power of Blues to heal, connect, and uplift. There are many rooms in the house of Blues—and this show invites listeners to explore them all.

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Trans-Cis-Her Radio

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A play on the classic “transistor radio,” Trans-Cis-Her Radio is a show dedicated to fostering understanding and open dialogue about transgender and cisgender experiences. Hosted by India X. Miller, this show creates a safe, inclusive space to explore questions about gender identity, societal perceptions, and the personal journeys that connect us all. With warmth and honesty, India dives into topics that inspire education, empathy, and connection.

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Welcome to Community Conversations with Mel. On this show we talk to the leaders and influencers of Sarasota and Manatee Counties. While playing music that will make you think as well as move your body. Join the conversation every other Saturday from 3 to 4 pm only on WSLR 96.5 fm.

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Femininomenom

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w/ Becca and Cece. It’s all about playing underrepresented music by queer/indie/pop/rock artists, and creating a safe space for everyone to voice their own opinions, speak out, and be themselves. Feel free to call in anytime during our show to talk to us, ask us questions, give song requests, or give feedback on the show.

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INDIE-licious

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Indie-licious - Host Sheila Experience the vast music library of DJ Sheila whose love of all indie genres extends as far back as the late 70s and continues to the most current releases. We also love to showcase local talent. Show Archive

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A punk, hardcore, and metal radio show every other Sunday from 9 to 11 p.m. on WSLR 96.5 FM in Sarasota, Florida.

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Complex Waveforms

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Complex Waveforms has been on the Friday schedule at WSLR since 2007. Each week host Mark Zampella brings you mid-century jazz, ambient, and world music.  Complex Waveforms is Rebroadcast on Thursday evenings, 11pm - Friday morning, 1am

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Dirty Laundry

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Chances are you have yet to hear the songs Dirty Laundry plays on the radio. Genres include Indie, Shoegaze, Trip Hop, Electronic, Alternative, Dream Pop, Indie, and many others.  You won't hear New Country on THIS SHOW unless someone has a knife to my throat. My objective is to discover and play music from artists worldwide, from Germany to Iceland, from London to the U.S. It may be wild or gentle, haunting or chilling. But one thing is for sure, something is bound to move you. something is bound to move you.

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