Inside FM89

Audiophile: May/June 2013

John English — Wed, 08 May 2013 03:47:29 +0000

In this edition of Audiophile, learn about Valley Public Radio's newest program, as we welcome Pulse of the Planet to FM89. We also say goodbye to Talk of the Nation this issue, and learn more about the talented correspondents from NPR who bring us the news everyday. KVPR reporter Rebecca Plevin brings us the a magazine version of her radio story about a long forgotten plane crash from over 60 years ago that inspired one local author to go on a search for the names of those who died.

Guy Raz to Host New Season of TED Radio Hour from NPR

VPR Staff — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:51:04 +0000

SUNDAYS AT 4:00 PM on VALLEY PUBLIC RADIO

Want To Join Our Upcoming Promo Campaign? Then Tell Us Where You Listen To NPR

editor — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 19:03:13 +0000

For many of us, NPR isn't just about a daily drive to work. It's part of our lives, our work and a big part of our conversations. The great thing about modern radio is that it can fit into your life, where ever your day takes you.

Tell Us: Where are the unique places you listen to NPR programming?

Do you tune-in to your Member Station from a work bench in the garage? Maybe you carry a portable radio while hiking through the Redwoods in Northern California?

'Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!' On The Silver Screen, Coming May 2013

editor — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 18:45:54 +0000

Watch the week's news get the treatment it deserves when the NPR news quiz show Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! brings its star power to big screens near you. It's Carl Kasell reading limericks, celebrity guests answering oddball questions, faces made for radio, and an unapologetic focus on heckling the headlines and fawning over the week's infamous foibles.

Need we say more?

Audiophile: January/February 2013

John English — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 18:47:29 +0000

Enjoy this month's version of Audiophile magazine. Read about the newest additions to Valley Public Radio's local news team, Rebecca Plevin and Ezra Romero. Also read about new programs for 2013, including a new season of The Moth, and the TED Radio Hour.

Audiophile: November/December 2012

John English — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 23:14:08 +0000

Enjoy this month's version of Audiophile magazine. Read about Valley Public Radio's upcoming Taste of the Season event, our new mobile website for your iPhone or Android, holiday programming and much more. You'll also see a special feature on the valley fever epidemic, as part of our series "Just One Breath."

Download a PDF of the November/December 2012 Audiophile...

Valley Public Radio Awarded "Four Star" Rating By Charity Navigator

John English — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:46:44 +0000

Valley Public Radio has again received the highest possible rating by Charity Navigator, the group which identifies non-profit organizations that utilize best practices in fiscal management and transparency.

From Charity Navigator President/CEO Ken Berger’s letter to the station on October 1, 2012:

KVPR.org goes mobile

John English — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 16:34:13 +0000

Following your favorite Valley Public Radio programs everywhere you go has just gotten a lot easier.

As a companion to the all-new KVPR.org, Valley Public Radio's new mobile site m.kvpr.org is now up and running. Stream the station faster than ever, access the news and information you count on, and much more, all from your favorite smartphone or mobile device.

KPRX Off-Air Issues

Valley Public Radio Staff — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 15:38:59 +0000

Over the last few days Valley Public Radio's KPRX signal (89.1) in Bakersfield has experienced some significant off-air outages. They have been caused by power interruptions at the transmitter site. We are currently working on a project to purchase and install a backup generator system to keep the station on the air during such events. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we deal with this issue and work to improve our service to Kern County. Update 9:00 a.m 8/25/12 KPRX is back on-air after an early morning outage. Update 7:41 a.m.

Corporate Sponsor Spotlight: Craig School of Business

Carolyn Carter — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 17:40:11 +0000

The Craig School of Business at Fresno State is one of many corporate sponsors using Valley Public Radio to connect with their target audience. The program's director, Tom Burns tells us why underwriting on FM89 gets results.