Award-winning journalism. Insightful storytelling. Follow us on Twitter at | wamu.org
Listen to this week's Get Out There, whether you want to get on stage yourself or just check out some new talent.
The local comedy scene is especially welcoming to hobbyists and newcomers, says local writer and sometimes comic Jessica Goldstein.
Summer is here which means beaches, cookouts, travel and for many of us book lovers, summer reading. During WAMU’s Weekend Edition, we’re featuring local book authors. The latest feature is “Time's Undoing” by DC’s Cheryl A. Head. Head uses her own family history to tell the story of a young Black journalist determined to uncover the truth behind her great grandfather’s murder 90 years ago in Alabama. recently stopped by the WAMU studios to talk with about her novel. Find a cool spot to spend a little time with the work of a local author! Tune in tomorrow morning at 8:35 and 10:35am to hear the conversation.
What happened this week? The DC Council reacted to Mayor Bowser’s crime reduction plan, Metro upped its train and bus service, and some parents in Montgomery County protested, saying that want to opt out of their kids' exposure to LGBTQ+ teaching materials
Protests over LGBTQ+ books in schools have cropped up in Montgomery County.
WAMU is a proud media sponsor of at featuring , , , , and more!
Join us as we live out loud STARTING TOMORROW at this two-day, three-stage festival of music and nature celebrating pride by spotlighting LGBTQ+ artists and allies. Tickets: wolftrap.org/outandabout
You listen to her every weekday but now come see her in person -- WAMU’s very own Esther Ciammachilli will be emceeing at Saturday’s at !
Join us as we live out loud STARTING TOMORROW at this two-day, three-stage festival of music and nature celebrating pride by spotlighting LGBTQ+ artists and allies. Tickets: wolftrap.org/outandabout
Some great ideas here that keep the little ones away from screens for a bit.
Find your next summer tradition. We tracked down family-friendly hot weather fun so you don’t have to.
Costs are rising faster than revenue for most transportation systems, but Metro's funding model makes the situation all the more dire.
The transit agency will need to build a coalition of elected officials, business groups, and more to avoid devastating service cuts.
The policy change comes after a 14-year-old Arlington student died from an apparent overdose earlier this year.
Arlington Public Schools says the measure is one of several they're taking in response to a rise in opioid overdoses.
For years, Bruce Romer’s face was the first you’d see when coming into the WAMU 88.5 studios, and the first voice you’d hear when you called in with a question for a guest on “The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi” or “1A.”
Bruce sadly died recently after a short illness. He was 78. Bruce is survived by his wife Kay Bowman, his two children, and six grandchildren.
To learn more about Bruce's legacy at WAMU and his career in public service in Montgomery County, head to the link below:
https://wamu.org/story/23/06/16/remembering-bruce-romer/
Many procedural questions are still in the air.
Former President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to the 37 counts against him. While special counsel Jack Smith wants a speedy trial, Trump's lawyers could file motions that would delay it.
Lots of options ahead of the holiday next week.
Looking for ways to celebrate Juneteenth? There are lots of events happening in and around D.C. all weekend.
LIVE & IN-PERSON for the first time ever! Join Diane - with special guest Ari Shapiro - for an intimate conversation about his new book, “The Best Strangers in the World: Stories from a Life Spent Listening.”
Don't miss this exclusive event - register today!
Join Diane Rehm in-person with Ari Shapiro on Wednesday, March 29 at 1:00 p.m. ET for an intimate conversation about his new book: “The Best Strangers in the World: Stories from a Life Spent Listening”
How does growing up an immigrant, born in one place and coming of age in another, affect who you become? And how does being undocumented complicate that experience?
Local journalists with WAMU’s news partner Hola Cultura DC explored these questions with five people who grew up undocumented in the D.C. region. What they heard is now available as a podcast called “Undocu-Life.” Co-host Jose Luis Mendoza spoke with WAMU’s Esther Ciammachilli about what they heard.
The Undocu-Life podcast by Hola Cultura explores how being born in one place and coming of age in another affects who you become.
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! The May Diane Rehm Book Club - Mad Honey - With Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan
Join Diane and a panel of guests for a discussion about this month's book Mad Honey followed by a conversation with the authors.
Join Diane Rehm and guests on Wednesday, May 31 at 1:00 p.m. ET for a discussion of “Mad Honey,” followed by a conversation with Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan.
We are thrilled to announce that WAMU has won six Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards! Of the awards given to journalists, the Murrow Awards are among the most respected journalism awards in the world. Congrats to everyone involved in the winning stories! For more information and to read the stories, visit the link below.
WAMU is honored to receive six 2023 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards from Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA). Edward R. Murrow, a pioneer in journalism for whom the awards are named,…
All good things must come to a close, including WAMU/DCist’s online-only yard sale. BUT there’s still a few hours left to shop before we pack up. Don’t miss out!
The minimum donation for every item is $5, but we won’t say no if you’d like to give more!
Visit the yard sale to get your merch…and don’t forget - when you do, you’ll have the option to receive four free tickets to next month’s 31st Annual Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle. https://buff.ly/42Nbdbo
Shopping at our first ever virtual yard sale? We have even more to offer!
Everyone who donates has the option to receive four free (that’s right, free) tickets to next month’s 31st Annual Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle.
Supplies are limited, so tickets will be given on a first come, first served basis. Visit the yard sale at https:
https://buff.ly/42Nbdbo
Mugs, tote bags (um, public radio!), caps, and a “wild card” option for the adventurous! Pick your prize at our yard sale - minimum gift is five dollars, but we won’t say no if you’d like to give…
Stay in the know about the DMV's news, culture, and curiosities – directly to your inbox every weekday. Sign up here for DCist Daily newsletter: https://buff.ly/3ncEflr
Washington D.C.'s news, culture, and curiosities---in your inbox DCist's reporters know what they’re talking about when it comes to this city, whether its..
Don’t have enough mugs or tote bags? Does your favorite pair of socks have more holes than a golf course?
Join us now for our first ever virtual yard sale! The yard sale runs through Sunday... or until we run out of merch.
The minimum donation for every item is $5, but we won’t say no if you’d like to give more! Take a look at the yard sale at https://buff.ly/3ogHPvg..
Get ready for our virtual yard sale! The fun begins this Friday and continues through Sunday -- or until we run out of stuff. It's the perfect opportunity to snag some great merch and show your support for WAMU/DCist. Don’t miss out!
Join us TOMORROW for this online-only event at https://buff.ly/3MiJ6K9
Effective Monday, May 22, we will be making some adjustments to our weekday schedule, including bringing you more options to connect with programs produced by WAMU.
-- On Point will move into our midday lineup, airing at 12 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, replacing The Takeaway, which is ending production.
-- Monday – Thursday nights at 10 p.m., we will air a one-hour broadcast of the best of that day’s 1A program.
-- Fridays at 10 p.m., we will air a rebroadcast of The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi.
Read more about the upcoming programming changes here:
Effective Monday, May 22, we will be making some adjustments to our weekday schedule, including bringing you more options to connect with programs produced by WAMU.
"Mad Honey" is the May Diane Rehm Book Club & Interview Series selection!
On WEDNESDAY MAY 31 starting at 1:00 p.m. ET, Diane Rehm will host a panel discussion which will be followed by an interview with "Mad Honey" authors Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan.
Register Today and happy reading! https://buff.ly/42EU9US
Get all the latest news in the D.C. area straight to your inbox every weekday Sign up for the DCist Daily newsletter: https://buff.ly/3ncEflr
We are thrilled to share some photos from the live broadcast from the WAMU studios this morning. Our very own Héctor Arzate joined the program to discuss his reporting on the challenges that migrant families face after being bused from border states to the Washington region.
“The Final Countdown” is no longer just a cheesy metal song from the 1980s — it is what we are all experiencing as we wrap up our results from Public Media Giving Days earlier this week.
Help us end the countdown, and rock out with a tremendous result that will assist us as we exemplify that to our community, society and beyond.
Do you ever have that nagging feeling you forgot something? Maybe leaving the oven on? Perhaps rescheduling an appointment? Dropping off a timely package? It can be frustrating to not know WHAT you are forgetting.
Today, let us help you — maybe you forgot to donate during Public Media Giving Days this week? You can easily resolve that by clicking this link or visiting our website and hitting “donate."
Today marks a significant moment for change and progress as we come together in support of Public Media Giving Days. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference! When you invest in public media, you're not only fostering the growth of unbiased, informative and engaging content but you're also helping others gain access to resources that enrich their lives.
back to you, your loved ones and your entire community, so this is the perfect time to contribute and show that we are committed to a brighter future for all. Let's unite in celebrating and supporting this wonderful cause today by donating! Your involvement will truly make a world of difference!
A production microphone could cost $1,000 — multiply that by hosts, shows and number of studios. That is a high cost to help produce our signature sound.
This Public Media Giving Days , whether you give $5 or $500, you’re showing your appreciation for the journalism/music/stories you and your community.
Stay up to date with local politics, neighborhood restaurants, the housing crisis, the latest in transportation, and more with DCist Daily! Sign up here to get the DCist Daily newsletter every weekday: https://buff.ly/3neA6NF
The first radio broadcast was in 1905. The first television system broadcast was in 1927. Pledge and on-air drives started in the 1960s with a broader platform to gain support from people like you. In the early 2000s, the internet paved the way for digital donations, making it possible to donate from anywhere with a Wi-Fi connection. Today, we want to ensure there is a future of public media to write about. Give, follow Media Giving Days, and your contribution will be a part of our written history.
Sign Up For The DCist Daily Newsletter here:
https://buff.ly/3ncEflr
They say it is impossible for a bumblebee to fly, yet they do. While this isn’t actually true — bumblebees fly under known laws of aerodynamics — what is true, without question, myth or rumor, is public media CANNOT survive without YOU!
While we need donations (they are our largest source of funding), we also need YOU to watch and listen. Without YOU, we would have no reason to exist. Without YOU, all the cast, crew, producers and fundraisers would NOT have anything to do. So let’s make more of YOU.
Today for , donate, but also tell your friends and family how important public media is. We are relying on YOU!
https://buff.ly/3Vo3ihV
JOIN US, WITH BBC NEWSHOUR GUESTS ON MONDAY MAY 8
Join WAMU and the BBC for an initiate and insider conversation about press freedom and trust in the news. H
They say community is what you make it. Well, today our community is fans of public media, including PBS and NPR
We hope you will not only support your local community but also that community of fans by donating to the Public Media Giving Days and (maybe even more importantly) by asking your friends and family to get involved as well.
Tweet, call, text, message or just talk to the important people in your life, and then donate by clicking here: https://buff.ly/3Vo3ihV
Did you know that public media stations broadcast to over 1 million people every day? That’s not all — in the last year, NPR measured 54 million radio listeners while 500 million people watch PBS ’ local tv stations every month!
While those numbers might seem large, we are asking you to do something small. Broadcast what you to those few closest to you. In honor of Public Media Giving Days, please find some copy suggestions here: https://buff.ly/40RKhWb .
All the day's local healines, sent straight to your inbox! Sign up here for DCist Daily newsletter: https://buff.ly/3neA6NF
Washington D.C.'s news, culture, and curiosities---in your inbox DCist's reporters know what they’re talking about when it comes to this city, whether its..
Public Media Giving Days starts next week! Are you following the event on social? Make sure to give the Media Giving Days Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn accounts a follow before the event starts next week! That way you stay up to date on the latest updates and announcements for .
Stay in the know about the DMV's news, culture, and curiosities – directly to your inbox every weekday. Sign up here for DCist Daily newsletter: https://buff.ly/3neA6NF
Public Media Giving Days begins next week!
On Monday, you can expect lots of excitement and messaging surrounding this first-ever national event, hosted by , Public, and ! You can read more about what’s to come on here: https://buff.ly/3UO7JlW
What happened in the D.C. region this week? Kojo catches you up: The U.S. House blocked a D.C. police reform bill, an investigation clears a former MoCo planning board official of creating a toxic work environment.
WAMU's Kojo Nnamdi discusses some of the week's top regional stories.
4401 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington D.C., DC
20008
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when WAMU 88.5 - American University Radio posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Send a message to WAMU 88.5 - American University Radio:
The final countdown is here! Today is the last day of Member Week. We're only on the air until noon, inviting you to join the team that makes this service possible. Be a hero on the last day! https://buff.ly/3NgnGfX
Don't let your unused vehicle go to waste - turn it into public radio through the magic of donation! Get the process started at wamu.org/cars
Join Kojo Nnamdi and a panel of guests to discuss the disparities in our health care system and what is being done to address the issues. He'll talk with Dr. Sherita Golden, vice president, chief diversity officer and professor of medicine at Johns Hopkins Medicine; Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick, founder of Grapevine Health; and Dr. Basim Khan, executive director of Neighborhood Health. Kojo will also talk with Marita Golden, president emerita of the Zora Neale Hurston-Richard Wright Foundation; author of “The Strong Black Woman: How a Myth Endangers the Physical and Mental Health of Black Women.” This event is sponsored by Johns Hopkins Medicine.
Can you name these tunes? Bet you can! Join us the weekend of Oct. 22 for special programming paying tribute to six decades of WAMU: https://wamu.org/60th-anniversary/
Join Kojo Nnamdi and a panel of guests tonight to discuss the state of small businesses 18 months into the pandemic, what recovery is still needed, and the long-term economic impact of the pandemic. We’ll look at how owners, workers, and customers are making decisions about what’s next. Plus, we'll look ahead to the longer-term impact of the pandemic on the local business landscape. This event is sponsored by #AARPDC
Got a vehicle you're not using? Donate it to WAMU! Learn how easy the process is: https://wamu.org/cars
1A invites you to check out the recording of this conversation about "The Underground Railroad,” a limited series based on the Pulitzer-prize winning novel of the same name. 1A host Jenn White spoke with author Colson Whitehead and director Barry Jenkins about the making of the series, how it was adapted from the novel and more. Special thanks to our sponsors: Comcast Business, D.C. Lottery, DC Department of Housing and Community Development, and University of Maryland Global Campus.
Join Kojo Nnamdi, Dr. Erica Martin Richards, chair and medical director of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Sibley Memorial Hospital and assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral health at Johns Hopkins Medicine; Ryan Williams, a mental health advocate with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI); Sarah Jones, a school based mental health therapist at Mary’s Center and WAMU’s midday host Geri Mitchell to discuss the pandemic’s effects on our mental health and what can be done to get people the help they need. Thank you to our sponsor Johns Hopkins Medicine for making this event possible.
The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi
Connecticut Avenue NW
#}
