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Trent Darby brings you upbeat jazz to energize your morning at 9 AM. Funky Friday's are back!
As a lover of The Arts, I enjoy finding new outlets to enhance my creativity, and because of this, I was introduced to the Black Swamp Players, which is a community theater company based in Bowling Green, Ohio. I had the opportunity to play “Wendy,” in their production of Sara Ruehl’s For Peter Pan on her 70th Birthday. Because of my role, I had the opportunity to have an intimate interview with the play’s outstanding producer, Dr. Heath Diehl. This interview marked the beginning of the exciting changes that are coming to the series!
Founded in 1968, BSP, a non-profit theatre that offers a rich slate of seasonal plays, has been entertaining and engaging local audiences for more than five decades, by supporting local talent in the Northwest Ohio area. (On The Stage) For many years, Black Swamp Players performed in various venues around Wood County, Ohio. In recent years, they secured their own space at 115 E. Oak Street, which went under major renovations to convert it into a black box theater that seats about 80 people, with the addition of accessibility features and a box office.
Check out their 57th season that includes such works as Heroes of the Fourth Turning (Sep-Oct 2025), The Thin Place (Nov 2025), Book of Days, The Revolutionists, and The Appliance Department. (On The Stage) Tickets are $20.00 and available for purchase online or at the box office door.
Founded in 1968, BSP, a non-profit theatre that offers a rich slate of seasonal plays, has been entertaining and engaging local audiences for more than five decades, by supporting local talent in the Northwest Ohio area. (On The Stage) For many years, Black Swamp Players performed in various venues around Wood County, Ohio. In recent years, they secured their own space at 115 E. Oak Street, which went under major renovations to convert it into a black box theater that seats about 80 people, with the addition of accessibility features and a box office.
Check out their 57th season that includes such works as Heroes of the Fourth Turning (Sep-Oct 2025), The Thin Place (Nov 2025), Book of Days, The Revolutionists, and The Appliance Department. (On The Stage) Tickets are $20.00 and available for purchase online or at the box office door.
Thee Cardigan Professor is back along with poet David Matthews to discuss his upcoming event at Antioch College, Thursday, September 25th! Click above to view the full poster!
Join Ena Nearon as she explores the fascinating world of art through engaging conversations with artists, curators, collectors, and enthusiasts.
WCSU-FM 88.9 "Jazzy" presents... Dynver Lovett with Marauder's Mental Health Matters podcast! Established in April, 2025.
Research Connection Podcast focuses on research activities and projects that are occupying the attention of CSU research faculty and students. You can listen to this and other Extension podcasts on wcsufm.org - John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology, and Agriculture (JWGCESTA)/1890 Land-Grant Program
Naykishia Darby, Thee Cardigan Professor, reads excerpts from some of her favorite (and topical!) poets and authors. Presented by wcsufm.org.
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Top Stories
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President Trump said "left-wing radicals" have tried to tarnish Columbus' legacy, and the proclamation is a way to preserve it. Some experts say it's a way to erase the heritage of Native Americans.
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Israel carried out airstrikes on southern Lebanon early Saturday, killing one person, wounding seven and briefly cutting a highway that links Beirut with parts of south Lebanon, the Health Ministry said.
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Alexandra is among the people who lost their jobs for posting about the conservative influencer's death. She described the online mob that got her fired as "state-sponsored censorship."
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In the aftermath of a deadly militant attack in Kashmir in April, authorities have expelled more than 1,500 Muslims from India, often at gunpoint.
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President Trump threatened to place an additional 100% tax on Chinese imports starting on Nov. 1 or sooner, potentially escalating tariff rates close to levels that in April fanned fears of a recession.
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The U.K.-based drugmaker became the second to strike a deal with the Trump administration as part of the president's push to rein in U.S. drug prices.
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French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after his resignation, asking him to try again to form a government and produce a budget.
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On Capitol Hill, there has been almost no sign of progress toward ending the shutdown. Senators say they aren't even formally negotiating, which begs the question: what are they actually doing?
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Guard members in Memphis are operating under the governor's command — unlike other cities facing troop deployments, including Los Angeles, Portland and Chicago.
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Photographers and storytellers Karla Gachet and Ivan Kashinsky document cumbia music in Colombia, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina and the United States.
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Café Jazz is a mix of original vinyl recordings with contemporary jazz releases on CD. The show is energetic, classic and classy. The show also features the very best of the Bebop era and Straight Ahead jazz.
Formerly hosted by Richard (Gene) Knight...
Rest in Peace.
-the staff of WCSU
Formerly hosted by Richard (Gene) Knight...
Rest in Peace.
-the staff of WCSU
Highly successful businesses understand the importance of underwriting as well as the importance of social responsibility. What if you could do both and save money?
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Student-run and Marauder-powered, On Our Own Radio can be heard via 88.9fm HD2 from Wilberforce, Ohio, and around the world at oooradio.com!
NPR News
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- Photos celebrate the glory of girls on 'International Day of the Girl'
- Luigi Mangione's lawyers seek a dismissal of federal charges in CEO killing
- Being your authentic self: NPR's LGBTQ+ readers share their coming out stories
- A'ja Wilson scores 31 to lead the Aces to a third WNBA championship in 4 seasons
- Opinion: 'The Shipping Forecast' reminds us of the power of the human voice
Brother Ronald L. Murray, Your Soldier For The Lord, will get you up and moving with the best in traditional, contemporary and inspirational music.
You will hear stories about how our lives, all living beings and our living systems are intertwined: big and small, close and far, including us, human beings.
"Catch the Flo" is a weekly music show hosted by contemporary jazz keyboard artist, Marcus Johnson. "Catch the Flo" features jazz music, both straight and smooth.
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“As a filmmaker, my goal is to inspire the audience to reflect on life and personal questions while entertaining them and making them laugh at the same time.” - Jennifer Sharp
Our WCSU interview with Jennifer is here- scroll below and listen to our Community Conversation on an exciting and beautiful piece of film!
Our WCSU interview with Jennifer is here- scroll below and listen to our Community Conversation on an exciting and beautiful piece of film!