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Learn about the music genre of America from one of its experts: award-winning journalist, media executive and jazz collector Al Perlman. Each week, join Al as he peruses his extensive Jazz vinyl collection and shares a selection of famed classics, obscure gems, and everything in between.

Like the name suggests, "Nothing But Old 45s" features all of the great hits, 1-hit wonders and rare songs from 1955 to 1970 that appears on well loved 45 RPM vinyl. The program, which is internationally syndicated, is produced and hosted by Larry Kratka and considers WTBR-FM it's flagship station!

'Neumann's Under Cover' is a 1-hour weekly show highlighting cover versions taken from any and all possible musical genres including rock, pop, country, reggae, metal, punk, blues, etc. From Swift to the Stones and Beyonce to the Beatles, all artists love recreating their favorite songs from other musicians and also sharing their songs for others to remake in their own unique style.

Produced by the students of Taconic High School in PIttsfield. This show plays the best classic and new music based around a different theme each episode.

How long will it take you to change your mindset, improve your life, and awaken the joy for the world around you? Tariq Pinkston believes it'll take 30 minutes or less and endeavors every week to share the energy to inspire you to become your best self!

Explore the world of Taconic High School, from students, staff, programs, and all of the great things that happen on Valentine Road - join Mr. Choquette each episode as he shares with the community what's Up On Taconic!

In the darker corners of the public domain can be found the tales of Page Turners - stories of the weird, the horrifying, and the fantastic. Lead by the voice of Margaret Dixon, enjoy these unique stories that pioneered the modern stories you know and love that bring a tingle to your spine.

Climb aboard the starship of imagination and prepare to journey into a universe of science fiction and fantasy! Join Beverly Prentice in this weekly journey into short stories, poems, novellas and more, all focused on speculative tales of a future that could be, as you go BEYOND!

'And So It Flows' combines our unique blend of water music, water news, water culture and deep water talk. 'And So It Flows' brings water outside the cup. Moisten your ears every Tuesday @ 2pm on WTBR 89.7 FM - Pittsfield Community Radio. Or listen via podcast on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podcast Addict, Youtube Music and many more podcast platforms. And, remember to love your water.

Produced by Westside Legends member Tony Jackson, "The Throwback Radio Show" features local DJs spinning old school music done right - from hip-hop to R&B, kick off your weekend right with this "master mix" of music.

An exploration of food, housing, health, and climate through stories and expertise gathered over generations, hosted by experienced producer and Berkshire OLLI contributor Julie B Adler

WTBR-FM may be The Berkshires' only rock station, but there's only one place to listen to the heaviest, head-banging sounds on WTBR - and that's Wounded Radio! Join Tom Harrison from his East Coast studios as he shares only the heaviest of tunes for a Friday night.

Hosted by Chief Michael Wynn and Lt. Gary Traversa, "On Patrol with The PPD" bring you the latest news from Pittsfield's Police Department - whether they're introducing you to their staff, sharing a new initiative or telling a story that you "just can't make up," you'll always learn something while you're On Patrol.

Jazz is often considered the "Music of America," being one of the first styles that was crafted from whole cloth on our shores. Join Phil Tierney on a journey through this beloved sound, from its roots in New Orleans to its modern prodigies!

Join Irishmen Kevin Cahill and "Farmer" Hughes as they celebrate Irish culture and the Irish roots of Berkshire County through music. There is something for every sort of Irish music fan, from classic folk music to contemporary artists - if it's "green," it's here on Sunday Sounds!

When Pittsfield Community Television inherited the 20k Album Collection from the Taconic High School Studio for WTBR-FM, Dave Cachat was inspired to produce Random Draw: Each week, Dave selects a random shelf in the expansive collection, and then selects several random albums from that shelf. The result is a chaotic, joyful exploration of the musical history that is a part of WTBR's 40+ year history!

With all of the amazing community programs on 89.7 WTBR-FM, Pittsfield Community Radio, our programming staff want to make sure that you get the chance to experience some of the highlights of the range of programs we broadcast. WTBR-FM Highlights are but a taste of what we feel it's important for our community to get a chance to listen to!

Learn each week what's happening in the "Hub of The Berkshires"; with Director of Cultural Development Jennifer Glockner as she interviews the movers and shakers in the cultural scene in our fair city. From music to theatre, art to dance, learning to so much more, you'll discover how much there is to do and see in Pittsfield!

Calling on his years of Nashville music connections, host Brian Andrews brings a whole new perspective to the progression of classic country artists. Whether you grew up with these traditional sounds, or you're discovering them for the first time, Brian is sure to teach you something you never new before about these legendary artists!

Looking for the most entertaining two hours you can spend listening to the radio on a Saturday? Look no further than WTBR's beloved "ClassicTBR," where the antics of radio professionals Brad Lorenz and Joe Mindlin will keep you rocking and rolling in the aisles!