Shows By & For the Community
| Aging Matters Tuesdays, 2 - 3 PM |  Information and interviews with representatives from local and community organizations to provide advice about aging-related services as a resource for Arlington residents 50+ years and older and their families.Hosted by Cheryl Beversdorf Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| All-American Classics Sundays, 6 - 8 PM | Two hours weekly of classical symphonic music by Twentieth-Century American composers. Hosted by Cam Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| The Antidote Tuesdays, 5 - 6 PM | Treat your ears with music! This is the “antidote” to talk-radio. Jazz, world, blues...a little bit of everything. Award-winning musicians Lynn and Ken from the band Veronneau play the music you don't typically hear on the radio and chat with regional, national and international artists. More info at www.antidotesounds.com. This program re-airs Saturdays at 6 PM. Hosted by Ken and Lynn Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Arlington Voices Fridays, 10 - 11 AM | Interview program featuring Arlington residents from all walks of life! Hosted by Andrew Schneider |
| Arlington Weekly News Saturdays, 7 - 7:30 PM | Audio version of the Arlington Weekly News from Arlington Independent Media's cable channel, which airs originally on television Wednesday evenings on Comcast Ch. 69 and Fios Ch. 38. This program re-airs Monday at 2 PM. |
| Artbox Thursdays, 7:30 - 8 PM | ArtBox is an interview based radio talk show that introduces the DMV to innovative and largely underrepresented regional artists. Hosted by Jordebot Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Beyond the Mixed Tapes Wednesdays, 7 - 8 PM | Music mix show with a focus on specific music periods and artist deep dives. Hosted by Steve & Laura Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Broadway Bound Thursdays, 4 - 5 PM | Specialty music show featuring Broadway songs. Hosted by Radio Randi Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Caneuon Cymraeg Heddiw - Today's Welsh Music Mondays, 7 - 8 PM | Caneuon Cymraeg Heddiw - Today's Welsh music present an hour of the best Welsh rock, pop, and occasionally traditional music from the 1970s to today. Hosted by Ed Reid Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Choose to be Curious Wednesdays, 10 - 10:30 AM | Weekly local features exploring curiosity. If you change your point of view, you will see something new! This program re-airs Fridays at 12:30 PM. Hosted by Lynn Borton Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Classical Explorations Thursdays, 5 - 6 PM | Weekly classical music program featuring a wide variety of composers. Hosted by Dennis Siebert Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| The Eclectic Lounge Mondays, 8 - 10 PM | The Eclectic Lounge is a unique mix of emerging music alongside those artists that inspired it. Curated from popular genres including rock, hip-hop, reggae, folk, jazz, latin and more! Hosted by The DJ Collective Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Education Innovations Saturdays, 2:30 - 3 PM | A show that explores hands-on, project-based learning and how it prepares students to succeed in college and careers. The primary focus is on career and technical education. New episodes every other week! Hosted by Paula Lazor Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| The Electric Connection Thursdays, 11 PM - Midnight | Your weekly source for electronic music (aka EDM) and all things related to electronic music, including information about artists, interesting sub-genres, and concerts and events in the DC metro area. Hosted by Ryan Dunning Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Embracing Arlington Arts Tuesdays, 3 - 3:30 PM | Arlington is home to more than 50 arts organizations and hundreds of individual visual artists, and on this show we will highlight one a week. Listen in every Tuesday to learn more about the Arlington arts scene, the artists bringing culture and entertainment to us, and all the great performances and events being held. Hosted by Janet Kopenhaver |
| Enlighten Me! Wednesdays, 4 - 5 PM | Enlighten Me is a news talk program that aims to educate and inform. From historical perspectives to modern-day stories, we will focus our attention on the issues that everyone deals with -- be it policy, health, education, the economy, current events, and race. Stories that might get a quick blurb in national news -- We aim to uncover the deeper issue. And we'll be sure to add a healthy dose of humor in the mix. This program re-airs Fridays at 9 AM. Hosted by Andrea Cambron |
| Fantastic Forum Saturdays, 4 - 5 PM | Radio program on comics, science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Features extended panel discussion, interviews, and features. This program re-airs Thursdays at 3 PM. Hosted by Ulysses Campbell Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Feature Story News Bulletin Weekdays at 6, 7, 9, and 11 AM; 12:55, 4:55, 5:55, 6:55, 7:55 PM | Based in Washington, D.C., FSN covers news and events as they occur via a network of bureaus in global news capitals across the Americas, Europe, and Africa. Hear FSN World News Updates during weekday mornings and afternoons. |
| Folk Alley Wednesdays, 1 - 3 PM | Folk Alley collects the best in traditional and contemporary folk, Americana and roots music from the latest releases, classics, exclusive Folk Alley in-studio and live concert recordings. Hosted by Elena See |
| For The Record Thursdays, 9 - 10 PM | Hosted by Zadok Strawberry Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| The Get Busy Saturdays, Midnight - 2 AM | Each week, Sloppy Joe and a local guest DJ select a theme (e.g. Mardi Gras, classic Hip Hop, soul music, etc.) and work the turntables for 2 hours of listening pleasure. This program re-airs on Wednesdays at Midnight. Hosted by Sloppy Joe Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| GloBeat Thursdays, 6 - 7 PM | A weekly radio program of World Music. This program re-airs on Sundays at 10 AM. Hosted by Joseph Gueron Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Grace in 30 Wednesdays, 6 - 6:30 PM | Show focusing on the power of grace to improve families, communities, and workplaces. This program re-airs Sunday mornings at 8:30 AM Hosted by Sal & Ed Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Hawk Chronicles Sundays, 4:30 - 5 PM | Weekly serial sci-fi radio drama. Follow the adventures of Kate Hawk as she goes from fighting crime in the streets to crimes in the galaxy. Hosted by Steve Long Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Hurrah! Sundays, 8 - 9 PM | Hurrah! explores the punk rock and new wave music that is the roots of today's alternative music. Hosted by Thomas Gerard Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| In My Room Fridays, 9 - 11 PM | A hodgepodge of indie, rock, punk, new wave, industrial, dub, noise, post-punk, twisted blues. You name it, I play it! Sometimes in the same set. This show re-airs Tuesday at Midnight. Hosted by Mike Edwards Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| In These Times Mondays and Wednesdays, 8 AM; Wednesdays and Fridays, 5 PM | In These Times is a co-created project of Arlington Independent Media volunteer producers and community members. The goal is to invite “ordinary folks” to capture and share their experiences and insights in the extraordinary times of COVID-19. Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Jabberwocky Audio Theater Sundays, 4 - 4:30 PM | Whether you remember vintage radio programs of yore or have just been introduced to audio theater, join us every week for new tales of science fiction, fantasy, and suspense. Adventure awaits! Hosted by William R. Coughlan & Bjorn Munson Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| The Jazz Blues Mashup Mondays, Noon - 1 PM | The Jazz/Blues Mashup features Jazz music from the Swing and Bebop eras to contemporary creators and Blues from pre-WWII to modern electric stars. You will hear lots of great jazz vocalists and instrumentalists alongside Blues harmonica and guitar stars. A true Mashup! Hosted by Howard Blue |
| Key Notes Tuesdays, 8 - 10 PM | A music program of cool, blue note, acoustic and contemporary jazz. Hosted by Andrew Rude Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Le Chaud Saturdays, 1 - 2 PM | The francophone show on WERA. Hosted by Arnaud Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Let The Music Mondays, 11 AM - Noon | Let the Music is a safe, loving place for you to enjoy optimistic music and hopeful messages without being triggered by song lyrics or podcaster banter. There's always an eclectic mix of tunes on Let the Music...some old, some new, some rocking, some soulful. And hopefully exactly what YOU need in the moment. Hosted by Cool Papa Jeff |
| Local Music Scene Sundays, 9 - 10 PM; Wednesdays, 3 - 4 PM | A weekly showcase of our area's rich musical talent. Hosted by Josette Souza Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| The Lorne Epstein Show Mondays, 10 - 11 AM | The Lorne Epstein Show brings you tips on how to get, keep and advance your career such that you have a joyful job and satisfying career. There is the 1 minute Jobs Report with the latest job news, interviews with leading experts, and features on professions you always wanted to know more about! Hosted by Lorne Epstein Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Millennial Minds Wednesdays, 6:30 - 7 PM | Millennial Minds is a primetime talk show where host Yasmine "YazzieSpeaks" Arrington interviews guests with creative ideas, knowledge, and experience on various topics such as social justice, financial planning, building and sustaining churches and businesses and more. The objective is to expose Arlington, the DMV and the world to positive millennials who are creating positive change in their communities and changing the world with their voices, their platforms, their phones, and their partnerships. Hosted by Yasmine Arrington Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| My Hip Hop Perspective Tuesdays, 10 - 11 PM | Hosted by Double A 1 K |
| Night Owl Fridays, 11 PM - Midnight | Music mix of rock, pop, and blues. Hosted by John Horan Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Paul McGehee's Time Machine Saturdays, 7:30 - 9 PM | Retro radio with a twist! Paul McGehee hosts a weekly journey through the past featuring audio oddities and obscurities, placed along a timeline of local and national events. This show re-airs Mondays at 2:30 PM. Hosted by Paul & Cameron McGehee Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Philanthropy Matters Fridays, 3:30 - 4 PM | Discussions with local philanthropists and non-profit community members. Hosted by Wanda Pierce |
| Political Junkie Fridays, 4 - 5 PM | Syndicated weekly political program focusing on current events and news in politics. Hosted by Ken Rudin |
| Practical Security Thursdays, 11 - 11:30 AM | Information and tips to help listeners protect themselves, their homes, communities, and workplaces from security threats, including digital threats in cyberspace. No "geek-speak" allowed. Non-technical listeners will feel right at home. Hosted by Beverly Allen Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Radio Free Filler Wednesdays, 11:30 PM; Thursdays, 7 PM | An affectionate parody of USO shows of days past, updated for the current 'War Against COVID', with comedy sketches, songs, and the occasional distraction. |
| Radio Stoyevsky Saturdays, 12 - 1 PM | From Ukrainian protest anthems to Serbian turbo-folk, Radiostoyevsky features music from Russia, the Balkans, and everywhere in between! Hosted by a graduate of Georgetown’s Center for Russian, Eurasian, and East European Studies, this weekly show will take you on a musical journey through the politics, history, and culture of this diverse and fascinating region of the world. Hosted by Jaime Cordes Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Real Fiction Wednesdays, Noon - 1:00 PM | Discussions with authors about their work and the craft of writing. Hosted by Lori Messing-McGarry Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Soccer Talk Chat Megaforce Go! Fridays, 2 - 3 PM | We talk-chat about soccer. From local DC United to European leagues, club and country tourneys, transfer sagas, and more! Hosted by Andrew Schoenberger Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Song Po Radio Wednesdays, 10 - 11:30 PM | Local music and poetry, interviews and recorded performances. Hosted by Anders Thueson Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Spin Cycle Tuesdays, 10 - Noon | Sharing a lifelong love affair with music, tune in to hear a mix of Lauree's favorite songs carefully selected each week! Indie, Rock, Alt-Country, Noise Pop & more! Hosted by Lauree McArdle Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| StageCraft Tuesdays, 4 - 5 PM | Legendary producer Don Zientara and The Pilot Waves' Alex Vidales bring to you a live weekly radio show; tailored to help performers of all kinds hone and improve their artistic expression, discuss fundamentals, hear stories of both famous and infamous performances and listen to life lessons from musicians, comedians, actors, producers; others like them who are working and supporting our local arts community. Don and Alex have a wonderful and diverse collection of characters and friends who have been performing for the last 40 years in Arlington and beyond and they are ready to share their tips to help other aspiring artists as well as educate, amuse and enrich all listeners. Hosted by Alex Vidales & Don Zientara Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Studio 96 Fridays, 7 - 9 PM | Studio 96 is a weekly mix show hosted by Nocturnal Wax showcasing nothing but the best underground dance and electronica from the DMV and beyond! Hosted by Nocturnal Wax Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| TG Ethiopian Radio Sundays, 1 - 3 PM | Talk program focusing on the local Ethiopian community, current events, and music. Hosted by Mesfin Bezu |
| This Sold House Wednesdays, 9 - 9:30 AM | Renee and Alyssa and various guests discuss all things real estate-related, in order to make your purchase or sale go more smoothly. We also include some special shows: Arlingtontonians out to change the world and businesses that represent a values-driven economy. Hosted by Renee Fisher & Alyssa Cannon Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Traditions Saturdays, 9 PM - Midnight | Full-spectrum folk music for the Greater Washington DC area. Hosted by Mary Cliff |
| Tune Time Tuesdays, Noon - 2 PM | Tune Time is a show that celebrates and explores the roots of rock 'n roll and offers a personal and unique insight into the music industry. Co-hosting the show is Dale and his wife Mary as well as their longtime friend, Dave Patterson. Hosted by Dale, Dave & Mary Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Upjumped The Blues Thursdays, 1 - 3 PM | The Blues runs through American music like a mighty river. But, like every big river, it has many streams and tributaries that both are fed by the river and in turn flow back into it "downstream. " In "up Jumped the Blues," we aim to explore the blues of country artists and their big-city cousins. At the same time, however, we will also listen to blues-inflected country, gospel, R&B, folk and even rock music that reflects this great source of American popular music. Hosted by Steve Ghitelman Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Vinyl Assault Vehicle Wednesdays, 8 - 10 PM | One hundred years of underground sound. Rock, jazz, psych, funk, indie rock, dub, classical, world, metal, ambient and the artists that make Arlington and DC famous. Hosted by Butch Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |
| Wasn't That A Time Fridays, 1 - 2 PM | Through the arts for social change, the show will feature narratives and music that highlight transformational leadership, resilience and societal shifts as a result of mobilization efforts by ordinary citizens. Listeners will be introduced to a different theme in every program. Depending on the topic, an assortment of guests will be invited to discuss the selected motif interspersed with topical ballads written by various troubadours of conscience. Hosted by Susie Erenrich Listen to Past Episodes On-Demand |