The Black Experience in Music at WKDU

The Black Experience in Music at WKDU The Black Experience at WKDU celebrates over 50 years of sharing music at Drexel University We can be found at 91.7 on the FM dial or streamed live at wkdu.org.

The Black Experience in Music is a segment of programming airing on Sundays from midnight until 6pm, on the free format, non-commercial radio station, WKDU FM in Philadelphia. Our Vision
• To provide an alternative entertainment source for jazz and R&B with a positive message. Be a recognized resource for the dissemination of news and information to uplift our community. Our Mission Statement

• Our goal is to offer alternative programming by presenting music, news and information relevant to the needs of our community, in a comprehensive format. Our Values
• We are committed to providing the best possible programming for our listenership
• We strive to conduct ourselves with integrity in order to earn our community’s trust
• We aim for focused, respectful communication with our community and each other

What We Provide
• Alternative Music:
– Non-mainstream black music genres
– Music that reinforces positive ideals
– Music that informs
• Broadcast of Relevant News through:
– Interviews of people working in/for the community
• Positive Information disseminated through:
– Interviews of artists, entertainers and other creatives producing uplifting work
– Theme driven shows by communicators

Tune in tomorrow!The Black Experience in Music at WKDU - 91.7 FM Philadelphiahttps://wkdu.org/listennowStreaming Apps: T...
01/25/2025

Tune in tomorrow!

The Black Experience in Music at WKDU - 91.7 FM Philadelphia

https://wkdu.org/listennow

Streaming Apps: Tunein, Streems, Soundtap, Radio.net

This Sunday, January 26, Community Spotlight welcomes back the exceptional Angela V. Harris.Angela is the founder and CE...
01/25/2025

This Sunday, January 26, Community Spotlight welcomes back the exceptional Angela V. Harris.

Angela is the founder and CEO of 2638 Management Group, a leadership development and coaching firm dedicated to transforming leaders and boosting employee engagement. But that’s not all—she’s also an author, podcast host, philanthropist, and even a Miss Corporate America candidate!

Angela Harris () will share some of her remarkable stories and inspiring insights. Tune in Sunday at 11:30 AM and Monday at 9 AM on WKDU 91.7 FM or online at wkdu.org/listennow.

Don’t miss this episode of Community Spotlight. Please share this post to spread the word and thank you for your support!

You can watch Jalen and enjoy jazz at our next event this Sunday!!  We will have the Eagles game playing in our wine and...
01/24/2025

You can watch Jalen and enjoy jazz at our next event this Sunday!! We will have the Eagles game playing in our wine and cheese room. Stop by and support Jalen and Jazz!

GermantownJazzFestival.com

Also, check out this article about the same.

https://chestnuthilllocal.com/stories/concert-series-to-fund-germantown-jazz-festival,35324

As preparations ramp up for the 2025 Germantown Jazz Festival, organizers have planned a series of fundraising concerts.

Community Spotlight guests Dymiere Finch and Leshan Wilkinson.  Rebroadcast can be heard Monday at 9AM
01/20/2025

Community Spotlight guests Dymiere Finch and Leshan Wilkinson. Rebroadcast can be heard Monday at 9AM

Tune in tomorrow!The Black Experience in Music at WKDU - 91.7 FM Philadelphiahttps://wkdu.org/listennowStreaming Apps: T...
01/19/2025

Tune in tomorrow!

The Black Experience in Music at WKDU - 91.7 FM Philadelphia

https://wkdu.org/listennow

Streaming Apps: Tunein, Streems, Soundtap, Radio.net

Tune in to Community Spotlight this Sunday, January 19, as we welcome a dynamic young brother - Dymiere Finch! At just 2...
01/17/2025

Tune in to Community Spotlight this Sunday, January 19, as we welcome a dynamic young brother - Dymiere Finch!

At just 29 years old, Dymiere is already making waves as the Executive Director of Pennsylvania for the National Center for Urban Solutions (NCUS), the African American Male Wellness Agency, and Co-Coordinator for Black Men’s Wellness Day.

With a passion for uplifting the Black community across Pennsylvania, Dymiere is a leader dedicated to fostering wellness, unity, and meaningful change. Join us as we discuss his journey, his work, the impact he’s making in our neighborhoods and spotlight a few of his many extraordinary initiatives that are about to launch.

You can listen Sunday at 11:30 AM and Monday at 9:00 AM on WKDU 91.7 FM in Philadelphia or stream from anywhere at wkdu.org/listennow

Men – listen up!! This interview will certainly be News That You Can Use. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation! With Dymiere Finch an extraordinary leader on Community Spotlight.

I encourage you to share this post.

Going through some old photo albums, I was excited to see these photos of me and Maulana Karenga, the creator of Kwanzaa...
01/12/2025

Going through some old photo albums, I was excited to see these photos of me and Maulana Karenga, the creator of Kwanzaa from back in the late 70s.

What a phenomenal celebration he created!

This Sunday, January 12 we catch up with  Jones, IV, the Interim Executive Director for the  Robeson House and Museum. H...
01/11/2025

This Sunday, January 12 we catch up with Jones, IV, the Interim Executive Director for the Robeson House and Museum. He is a leading voice in advocating for progressive social change.

Riley will share the current status of The Paul Robeson House, artist grants now available through January 17 as well as the opportunity to become an artist resident and receive a $10,000 stipend.

Tune in to Community Spotlight on Sunday at 11:30 AM and Monday at 9:00 AM on WKDU 91.7 FM and also streaming is available at wkdu.org/listennow

Thanks for your continued support and please share this post.

Mission accomplished today on Community Spotlight with  Rice who shared keys to help guide us to getting it right in 202...
01/05/2025

Mission accomplished today on Community Spotlight with Rice who shared keys to help guide us to getting it right in 2025.

If you missed it, tune in Monday at 9 AM at wkdu.org/listennow

Good information exchange

Happy New Year!Let’s Kick off 2025 with inspiration and actionable insights! This week on Community Spotlight, we welcom...
01/04/2025

Happy New Year!

Let’s Kick off 2025 with inspiration and actionable insights!

This week on Community Spotlight, we welcome Philadelphia native, Rice—a dynamic social innovator redefining urban resilience and leadership.

Listen on Sunday, January 5 at 11:30 AM and Monday at 9:00 AM on WKDU 91.7 FM in Philadelphia or stream wkdu.org/listennow.

Michael wears many hats - he is an author, National Media Director, founder of the Professional Networking Associates, host of TheConnectorLive TV and contributor to SCOOP USA BUSINESS EDITION Vizion. He will introduce his SNAP (Strategic Networking Action Plan) methodology during our interview. One of his greatest attributes is sharing positive affirmations.

Please let your network know and join us. Thank you for being a part of our growing community.

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01/01/2025

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Ring in the new year with celebratory sounds from around the world.

Happy Kwanzaa!!Beautiful ceremony conducted by Mama Maisha, spoken word by Orion Jahmal and great food and fun by the Bl...
12/29/2024

Happy Kwanzaa!!

Beautiful ceremony conducted by Mama Maisha, spoken word by Orion Jahmal and great food and fun by the Black Experience in Music

Today we gathered to celebrate Kwanzaa. We are grateful for this time together with our BEM family
12/29/2024

Today we gathered to celebrate Kwanzaa. We are grateful for this time together with our BEM family

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