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G-town Radio is a community radio station for Germantown, NW Philadelphia, and the entire city of Philadelphia. We broadcast 24/7 from our studio in the Maplewood Mall. Listen on 92,9 FM Wednesday noon to Sunday midnight and anytime online.
G-town Radio is a community radio station for Germantown, NW Philadelphia, and the entire city of Philadelphia. We broadcast 24/7 from our studio in the Maplewood Mall. Listen on 92,9 FM Wednesday noon to Sunday midnight and anytime online.
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Flooding Problem and Solutions, a Global Perspective, Dr. Franco Montalto 9/16/22
On this radio show Drexel University engineering professor Dr. Franco Montalto gives us a larger look at flooding problems and solutions. Dr. Montalto has more than 20 years of experience in eco-hydrological research, planning and design projects. He will be discussing concepts in water resilience ...
Saturday, Sept. 17, 6-8pm. Tonight, on the Jazz Continuum, new releases form Chad Taylor and James Brandon Lewis, a soulful set of Ramsey Lewis (RIP), getting funky with the Electric Eddie Harris, Les McCann and Yousef Lateef, then a shift to a hot California set of 50’s cool. Hosted by David Brown. Listen in the neighborhood at Germantown Community Radio 92.9 FM, or online at www.GTownRadio.com. Listen later at www.AllAboutJazz.Com. Hosted by David Brown.
Lois and Stephanie are tired of hearing women be told to take care of themselves. So they made a show about it.
In the US today, women are frequently instructed (often with good intentions) to take better care of themselves. In this episode, hosts Lois and Stephanie break-down the concept of "self-care": is it a helpful suggestion and sign of support, or is it an impossible capitalistic Western oxymoron? Chec...
We are here today at Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm Honey Fest.
Stop by and say hi.
A Larger Look At Flooding; Problem and Solutions
Flooding is occurring all over the world, not just locally. What can we learn about it in a larger context? This show follows up on our last show about local flooding. In this show we speak with a...
Grab the Bikes, Trikes, Unicycles, and Big Wheels and help
Kick-Off the 92.9 Day Festival with a Bike Parade!
September 24th at Noon on Maplewood Mall.
Come celebrate Community Radio in Germantown.
Free! Prizes! Fun!
Registration and Decoration begin at 11:00!
If you missed last our show, don’t worry—we recorded it for you!
The Everyday Feminist: Sundays 5-6pm on G-town Radio.
We all make mistakes in our relationships. However, in relationships between men and women, women are generally thought to be the caretakers and healers of relational problems. In this episode, hosts Stephanie and Lois discuss the unnecessary feminizing of forgiveness and explore ways that our daily...
The Jazz Continuum
Saturday, August 27 6 – 8pm
A difficult week for The Music. Celebrating guitarist Monnette Sudler, producer Creed Taylor trumpeter Jamie Branch, and organist Joey DeFrancesco all of whom we lost this week. Photo Monnette Sudler. Listen in the neighborhood at Germantown Community Radio 92.9 FM, or online at GTownRadio.com. Listen later at AllAboutJazz.Com. Hosted by David Brown
THE EVERYDAY FEMINIST is available across all podcast platforms...so you can listen to it whenever and wherever you want, and share it with whomever you want!
Here's a quick link to yesterday's episode...if you missed it, check it out.
"Hermeneutic Labor" is a new concept described by modern feminist philosopher, Ellie Anderson. It describes the multilevel, multisensory, anticipatory relational maintenance work that women routinely and unconsciously do on behalf of men. In this episode, Lois and Stephanie break down hermeneutic la...
G-Town Radio mourns the loss of one of the Germantown and Music Greats, Monette Sudler.
Tonight at 8pm on the Jazz Continuum we leave this bitter Earth behind for a program of space themed LPs and songs. Space is the place here on the Jazz Continuum. Listen in the neighborhood at Germantown Community Radio 92.9 FM, or online at www.gtownradio.com Listen later at AllAboutJazz.Com. Hosted by David Brown.
Tune in 4-5:00 PM ET today: Flooding dangers to health & infrastructure
Flooding is a serious problem made worse by climate change. In this show we explore some of the concerns about flooding in two local areas that illustrate flooding problems for the rest of the...
Long but compelling "Tangled Title" profile -- “While I believe Ravi Coltrane and Oran Coltrane have a rightful claim to the property, the case will finally untie the ‘tangled title.’ Without clear title, access to government and foundation grants to rehabilitate the National Historic Landmark is limited.
Ravi and Oran Coltrane have sued to claim ownership of the John Coltrane House, which Strawberry Mansion community leaders plan to restore as a museum.
Join in all the fun, music, and mayhem September 24 on the Maplewood Mall!
This event is made possible through the generosity of the City Of Philadelphia's Arts In Action Initiative managed by the Office of Arts culture and the Creative Economy
Flooding: Climate Change & Dangers To Infrastructure & Health
Flooding is a serious problem that is made worse by climate change. In this show we explore some of the concerns about flooding in two local areas that illustrate flooding problems for the rest of...
Flooding: Climate Change & Dangers To Infrastructure & Health
Flooding is a serious problem that is made worse by climate change. In this show we explore some of the concerns about flooding in two local areas that illustrate flooding problems for the rest of...
Gardens, Public Space & Housing; Jenny Greenberg, Camille Poinvil, Vita Litvak & Steve Luxton
In this show Planet Philadelphia will address how land management cuts across many environmental and societal matters with guests: • Jenny Greenberg, NCT Executive Director, Camille Poinvil-SeyPor Garden, and Vita Litvak-Pastorius Community Garden. • Steve Luxton, ECA Executive Director, preview...
What’s so Cool About Manufacturing? Well, the state has a competition for middle schoolers to partner with their companies and make videos to tell you. Gary Hines of Germantown seeks teachers and administrators interested in growing this competition. He’ll cover why and how PA’s promoting jobs in manufacturing - hint, they need workers. FYI - Philly has 100 of these companies – who knew?! Hear Gary on VANESSA'S MONEY HOUR, Saturday at 1:00pm EST on gtownradio.com.
The What’s So Cool About Manufacturing contest continues to grow and spark interest from companies and educational institutions who want to share what they do and raise awareness of the value a manufacturing career offers.
Tune in 4-5:00 today: Gardens, Public Space, Affordable Housing Discussion & Home Repair News
Today Planet Philadelphia will address how land management cuts across many environmental and societal matters. Tune in to 92.9 FM WGGT-LP in Philadelphia & gtownradio.com to explore this with...
Tune in to 92.9 FM this Wed, July 27 for another edition of the local music show! Hear new tracks from Anthony Green, Party Nerves, and So Totally. Stream the show at www.Gtownradio.com
Press play to let The Everyday Feminist remind you of the very big impact of showing women a little bit of understanding.
Want to defy the patriarchy? Build healthy, equal, respectful relationships! Whereas the patriarchy thrives on broken relationships, The Everyday Feminist thrives on healthy ones. In the second episode of the Healthy Relationships Series, hosts Stephanie and Lois discuss the many levels of of unders...
Sat 6p-8p This week, a cool and groovy mix for a hot summer night. Sets with string quartets, vibraphone vibes, burning roller-coaster rides, and dancing with ants in your pants. Photo Patricia Brennan. Listen in the neighborhood at Germantown Community Radio 92.9 FM, or online at www.GTownRadio.com. Listen later at www.llAboutJazz.Com. Hosted by David Brown.
The Everyday Feminist says: Want to crush the patriarchy? Create fulfilling relationships!
Listen Live (most) Sundays - 5-6pm
Want to defy the patriarchy? Build healthy, equal, respectful relationships! Whereas the patriarchy thrives on broken relationships, The Everyday Feminist thrives on healthy ones. In this first episode of the "Healthy Relationships" series, hosts Lois and Stephanie explore the dismal state of interp...
The good, the bad, & the ugly in the Climate Crisis; US Banks, Finance, & Supreme Court
In this show we cover recent events in banking/financial institutions and the US Supreme Court. Our guest are Lila Holzman, manager supporting the Alignment Insights work within RMI’s Center for Climate-Aligned Finance, talk about this work and its potential to help with climate change issues. We...
Today seemed like the perfect day for The Everyday Feminist to explore what it means to be an independent woman in America.
In light of the US Supreme Court's recent eradication of women's reproductive rights, The Everyday Feminist has been wondering...what does it mean for a woman to be "independent" when her freedom is being restricted? To answer this question, hosts Lois and Stephanie explore qualities associated with...
SAVE THE DATE to Celebrate 92.9 Day Festival!
Will we see YOU there???
Saturday September 24, 2022
https://www.mixcloud.com/PlanetPhiladelphia/planet-philadelphia-scooped-pbs-7122-broadcast-weather-climate-freedom-with-glenn-hurri/
Scooped PBS with our 7/1/22 broadcast, Weather, Climate, & Freedom with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz & John Harte, PhD
Our July 1st show featured an interview with the beloved local NBC TV news meteorologist, Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz, recently retired. He spoke with us about how TV weather reporters present the science of climate change and the weather. Later that evening PBS News broadcast a similar story tel...
https://www.levelleaders.com/
LEVEL is tackling the racial wealth gap by convening multi-racial learning circles for women ready to make direct investments in Black female founders. Apply for the Fall cohort by July 15th. Hear details from cofounders Nikoa and Jenny - their origin story, the 10-week training details, and how you’ll create deep connection with your sisters in learning and investing. Listen to VANESSA'S MONEY HOUR, Saturday at 1:00pm EST on gtownradio.com.
Coming up soon: Weather Reporting & Climate Change with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz, 7/1/22
How do weather reporters think about the climate change? Do they include climate change in their reporting? We talk about all this with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz. He is the popular recently...
Saturday 6pm The Jazz Continuum hosted by David Brown. Listen locally at 92.9 FM or stream online at www.gtownradio.com
Black founders seeking business capital need connections and relationships. The Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership helps them build those. Hear how their WOCConnecting Summit and The Making of Black Angels training program build connections needed to address one of the biggest obstacles for closing the Racial Wealth Gap. Listen to VANESSA'S MONEY HOUR, Saturday at 1:00pm EST on gtownradio.com.
Women of Color Connecting is a movement to help Women of Color entrepreneurs get on the trajectory to grow, scale, and exit. Access to capital | Virtual Event
Join us tomorrow, 6/17, 9am on “Say It Loud!” 92.9 fm, G-Town Radio and on line at www.gtownradio.com. Our special guest is Ron Brown founder and CEO of the Pennsylvania Juneteenth Coalition. We will discuss the roots and importance of this important holiday in Philadelphia and across the nation. We will also talk about the Juneteenth festival on Saturday 6/18 hosted by the Johnson House Historic Site on the 6300 block of Germantown Avenue. Listen in for a lively discussion of history and celebration! Say It Loud! You know the rest!
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Tune in this Wed, June 8 from 7pm-9pm for another edition of The Local Music Show! Featuring tracks from local artists UgLi Grocer Sadurn
The Sunday Dinner Mix Tape starts at 6pm playing a 90s college radio mix.
What's your kid doing this summer? Philadelphia Youth Network's program offers kids as young as 12-years old training and exposure to the working world. They'll spend 20 hours a week learning, doing, and earning $11/hour. Apply at www.Workready.org. Hear details in my interview with 3 program staff and board member, Nasir, who did 4 summers in the program and just graduated from Temple with a double-major. Tune into VANESSA’S MONEY HOUR at 1pm EST Saturday, on 92.9FM or online at gtownradio.com.
Sunday 6pm The Sunday Dinner Mix Tape Covers Show. Listen locally at 92.9 FM or stream online at www.gtownradio.com
Saturday, May 28, 6-8pm The Jazz Continuum
Hosted by David Brown Listen locally at G-Town Radio 92.9 FM – Philadelphia Stream online at gtownradio.com
This week, South African jazz artists, African sounds in jazz, a vocal tangent, a Dizzy Atmosphere and more.
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Saturday 9pm The Reggae Surge show with SupaTang. Listen locally at 92.9 FM or stream online https://streema.com/radios/G_Town_Radio #raggae #lpfm #phillyradio
A 1-minute preview of Roller Boogie Baby from 8-9 PM tonight on G-Town Radio. Hot rare remixes of Chaka, D’Angelo, Marvin, MJ, Prince & more...all in the mix with DJ E-Chill.
This WEDNESDAY 2 OCT. 7pm-9pm. =RadioClash*RadioCures= DJ PhillyDave. Mom&Dad's vinyl collection. It's all their fault. #germantownradio #communityradio #rcrc #dhphillydave #radioclash #radiocures
PraisEluJAH Radio-SHOW with MusiC Icon Fred Hammond
Live event right here in germantown..
G-town Radio is now WGGT-LP and can be heard on 92.9 FM in Northwest Philadelphia. Originally a community internet radio station, G-town Radio can still be heard 24 hours a day over the internet. Since January, 2018 we are one of three radio partners in Germantown that can be heard on 92.9 FM every Wednesday through Sunday.
We are located in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. Our mission is to be an exceptional outlet for local content, community news, and a diverse spectrum of music. We strive to broadcast sounds, ideas, and talk not found on mainstream media. It is our belief that a strong community is one that offers a platform for neighbors, community members and listeners to share news and generate discussion on topics that impact our neighborhood, our city and the world. G-town Radio is a tax exempt non-profit (501(c)3). Any and all donations are greatly appreciated. All money goes directly into creating more and better programming. To make a donation visit the Donate page of our website. Learn more about G-town Radio in the Press section of our site.
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