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KBCS Feature Programs

KBCS presents feature program selections from the many media resources provided to the college and radio station.  KBCS tries to provide poignant and significant feature programs acknowledging diverse communities, monthly recognitions and support for voices, ideas and music not often heard in the larger media market.  

KBCS is able to provide the range and diversity of programming thanks to your SUPPORT.   Please consider making a contribution to KBCS Today!

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First Voices Radio

Hosted by Tiokasin Ghosthorse (Lakota), who is the show’s Founder and Executive Producer, “First Voices Radio” explores global topics and issues of critical importance to the preservation and protection of Mother Earth presented in the voices and from the perspective of the original peoples of the world.

With Good Reason

Scholars explore the worlds of literature, science, the arts, politics, history, and business through lively discussion with host Sarah McConnell. From reparations and global warming, to the unique worlds of comic books and wine-making, With Good Reason is always surprising, challenging and fun.

WINGS: Women International News Gathering Service

91.3 KBCS WINGS News: Women’s International News Gathering Service has been covering the global women’s movement and related issues for community radio worldwide since 1986.

The image is a banner for WINGS (Women’s International News Gathering Service). It features an artistic depiction of a woman with wings, symbolizing the goddess Nike. The woman is shown in black and white against a textured blue and teal background, giving the image a vintage, yet powerful feel. In the top left corner, the text reads, “Raising Women’s Voices Through Radio Worldwide” in a handwritten-style font. On the right side of the image, the acronym “WINGS” is displayed in large, bold, white letters. Below it, the full name, “Women’s International News Gathering Service,” is written in a smaller, script-like font. The overall design conveys a sense of strength, movement, and global outreach, aligning with the mission of WINGS to amplify women’s voices through radio.

WINGS

At KBCS, we amplify voices that matter, like 91.3 KBCS WINGS News, which has been raising women’s voices for decades. We can’t do it alone. Your donation keeps these vital stories on air, inspiring change and empowering communities.

The image shows a red keyboard key labeled “Donate” with a heart symbol next to it. A finger is poised to press the key. This image serves as a button; clicking it will take you to the KBCS Donate page at https://www.kbcs.fm/donate/.

This Way Out

KBCS This Way Out is the only internationally distributed weekly LGBTQ radio program, currently airing on some 200 local community radio stations around the world. The award-winning half-hour magazine-style program features a summary of some of the major news events in or affecting the queer community (NewsWrap), in-depth coverage of major events, interviews with key queer figures, plus music, literature, entertainment — all the information and culture of a community on the move!

The image is a promotional graphic for “This Way Out,” an international LGBTQ radio magazine broadcast on KBCS 91.3. The background features a gradient of bright, rainbow colors blending into each other, symbolizing LGBTQ+ pride. In the center-left, there’s a logo consisting of a triangle with a globe in the middle. The globe is filled with colorful sound waves representing the radio format and global reach. The text “This Way Out” is written in bold black letters above the logo. To the right, there is a white bubble with the text “The International LGBTQ Radio Magazine” in a stylized font, emphasizing the show’s global and inclusive nature. Below this, there is smaller text that reads “Tuesdays @ 5AM,” indicating the broadcast time. At the top of the image is the KBCS 91.3 logo, which is a rectangular green and brown box with white text. The Bellevue College logo is placed subtly at the bottom center of the image, showing affiliation with the institution. The design is colorful and dynamic, with clear, contrasting text that is easy to read. The use of rainbow colors and the globe emphasizes the show’s focus on LGBTQ+ issues from a global perspective.

This Way Out – LGBTQ News

Thank You For Making KBCS Possible!

Your support of KBCS ensures that diverse music and ideas, are available to everyone in the Puget Sound region. Funds from your monetary and vehicle donations are invested into quality programming that serves the purpose of inspiring, educating and entertaining the vast Puget Sound region. Donate today to support the efforts of KBCS!

The image shows a red keyboard key labeled “Donate” with a heart symbol next to it. A finger is poised to press the key. This image serves as a button; clicking it will take you to the KBCS Donate page at https://www.kbcs.fm/donate/.

Living On Earth

Hosted by Steve Curwood, the award-winning environmental news program “Living on Earth” delves into the leading issues affecting the world we inhabit.

EcoJustice Radio

EcoJustice Radio presents environmental and climate stories from a social justice frame, featuring voices not necessarily heard on mainstream media.

Our purpose is to amplify community voices, broaden the reach of grassroots-based movements, and inspire action. We investigate solutions for social, environmental, and climate issues with an eye to advance human health, steward wild landscapes, and solve the climate crisis across the USA and the world.

Co-hosts Jack Eidt, Carry Kim, and Jessica Aldridge present a broad range of perspectives: land defenders and water protectors; front/fenceline community spokespeople; youth organizers; ecosystem and land stewards; regenerative farmers and permaculture specialists; spiritual and faith leaders; environmental health advocates and practitioners; documentary filmmakers; climate scientists; and political decision makers.

EcoJustice Radio [EcoJusticeRadio.org] is produced by SoCal350.org since 2017.

CodePink

91.3 KBCS CodePink Radio is an energizing program focused on ending wars and militarism, and building a peace economy.  Listen weekly to robust conversation and inspiration from grassroots peacemakers in places like Korea, Yemen, Venezuela and Iran, peacemakers in our nations capital who are confronting war hawks in the White House and in Congress, and peacemakers in our communities who are modeling the actions of what a world of peace can look like.

The image is a simple logo with a bright magenta background. In the center, there is a large, bold, white letter “C” taking up most of the space. The design is minimalistic and clean, with the strong contrast between the white letter and the magenta background making the “C” highly visible.

Aging Matters

Launched in 2017, AGING MATTERS features individuals with expertise about a broad array of aging related topics. The programs focus is to bring more awareness about aging issues to older adults and their families. Produced in an interview format, guests educate and inform listeners about timely topics that impact the lives of older adults, their care partners, and families.

Hard Knock Radio


Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show produced in Oakland, CA. Regular broadcasts on Bay Area community radio station KPFA 94.1. Hosts Davey D and Anita Johnson give voice to issues ignored by the mainstream while planting seeds for social change.

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