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

Many thanks to my guest today, Mr. Ken Ward. Great information with you regarding protecting your assets and sharing for...
01/12/2026

Many thanks to my guest today, Mr. Ken Ward. Great information with you regarding protecting your assets and sharing for our future generations. If you missed it, please tune in tomorrow at 9 AM at wkdu.org/listennow.

01/11/2026

Stay tuned. We are working to resume our normal broadcasting program.

Thank you for your understanding.

The Black Experience in Music is on Tomorrow!Tune in live on www.wkdu.org!Streaming also available on:• Tunein• Streems•...
01/10/2026

The Black Experience in Music is on Tomorrow!

Tune in live on www.wkdu.org!

Streaming also available on:
• Tunein
• Streems
• Soundtap

If you have not seen this documentary, you must check it out. It’s a beautiful story about Philly’s legendary Leo Gadson...
01/10/2026

If you have not seen this documentary, you must check it out. It’s a beautiful story about Philly’s legendary Leo Gadson.

This Week on Community Spotlight – A Can’t-Miss Conversation! On Sunday, January 11, I’m bringing you a powerful voice i...
01/09/2026

This Week on Community Spotlight – A Can’t-Miss Conversation!

On Sunday, January 11, I’m bringing you a powerful voice in financial empowerment and community leadership. Join me as I welcome Ken Ward — Financial Strategist, Insurance Broker, and Community Builder — to Community Spotlight.

Ken is the founder and president of Phoenix Rising Solutions LLC and the visionary force behind the National Black Professionals Networking Association. A proud Southwest Philly native and Howard Law graduate, Ken is on a mission to help Black entrepreneurs protect their businesses, build generational wealth, and close the wealth gap through smart asset protection and legacy planning.

Known as a straight-talker and fierce Buy Black advocate, our conversation will cover :
-- His upcoming workshop, “Revitalizing Legacy: Networking for Generational Success.”
-- Estate planning made real and relevant
-- Business continuation strategies our community can use right now
Tune in: Sunday at 11:30 AM | Monday at 9:00 AM
WKDU 91.7 FM or stream at wkdu.org/listennow

As always, we’re bringing you News That You Can Use.

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01/08/2026

The tall, debonair saxophonist known as the “Sophisticated Giant” had a seemingly effortless power in his playing. Hear 10 examples chosen by our experts.

01/07/2026

A post-𝗚𝗼𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗠𝗲 statement from the jazz group 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀, who canceled a New Year's Eve performance at the Kennedy Center:

The Cookers would like to thank everyone who has donated to our gofundme page and who have, in general, shown love and support for our decision.

We would also like to thank the people who initially reached out to us after our decision to say they would like to show support for our cause and suggested we set up a gofundme page in the first place.

We initially asked for just enough to cover what we were told would be our potential contractual liability for cancelling at such a late date and some expenses, but we have now quickly surpassed that ask and we thank you so much for that.

We did not ask for anyone to cover our potential lost wages but it seems like some of you would like to contribute it that way so we will leave the campaign up for now.

We will hold the surplus for now until we have fulfilled all of our legal obligations and then, we will disperse the leftover donations to the individual band members to soften the blow of their lost wages.

Again, we thank you profusely.

(𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿'𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲: 𝗔𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗝𝗮𝗻. 𝟲, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟰𝟰𝟳 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗱 $𝟮𝟭,𝟭𝟱𝟮, 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 $𝟭𝟰,𝟬𝟬𝟬. 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀.)

Jazz Stage: More than just the music

The Cookers

Thank you, Wanda Walker, for sharing your insight on Community Spotlight today. If you missed it, you can hear the conv...
01/04/2026

Thank you, Wanda Walker, for sharing your insight on Community Spotlight today. If you missed it, you can hear the conversation on Monday at 9 AM on WKDU 91.7 FM or stream wkdu.org/listennow. Wanda addresses gentrification and abatements.

Happy New Year!The Black Experience in Music is on Tomorrow!Tune in live on www.wkdu.org!Streaming also available on:• T...
01/03/2026

Happy New Year!

The Black Experience in Music is on Tomorrow!

Tune in live on www.wkdu.org!

Streaming also available on:
• Tunein
• Streems
• Soundtap

This Sunday, January 4th, meet Wanda Walker on Community Spotlight. She is a trusted Realtor, Property Manager, and Com...
01/02/2026

This Sunday, January 4th, meet Wanda Walker on Community Spotlight. She is a trusted Realtor, Property Manager, and Community Advocate serving Cheltenham and Philadelphia with purpose and professionalism.

With over 20 years in real estate and property management, Wanda is deeply committed to affordable housing, tenant advocacy, and strong community partnerships. From negotiating successful sales and managing properties to mentoring youth and leading community initiatives, her work is rooted in service, solutions, and long-term impact.

Wanda brings experience, integrity, and heart to everything she does — building homes, strengthening neighborhoods, and uplifting people.

She is extremely passionate about the state of affairs in Philly regarding gentrification, abatements, and politics. Please join us for a fiery conversation filled with conviction and suggestions on these topics.

Tune in to WKDU, 91.7 FM, or stream wkdu.org/listennow at 11:30 AM on Sunday and 9:00 AM on Monday.

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12/29/2025

My grandson is after my spot

Habari Gani! We are celebrating Kwanzaa at the radio station today!
12/28/2025

Habari Gani!

We are celebrating Kwanzaa at the radio station today!

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