Sataria Joyner 7/20/26 Sataria Joyner 7/20/26

Honoring Our Co-Founder Denise Oliver-Velez

WPFW honors Denise Oliver-Vélez, co-founder whose fierce commitment to community radio, cultural equity, and social justice shaped the station’s voice and mission. A journalist, activist, and strategist, Denise brought intellect and compassion to the struggle for media that serves the people.

Sataria Joyner 7/1/26 Sataria Joyner 7/1/26

WPFW 89.3 and DC JazzFest Partnership

WPFW 89.3 FM is proud to announce a new partnership with DC JazzFest — bringing the city’s best jazz performances, conversations, and community moments to our airwaves and neighborhoods. Together we’ll amplify live performances, present exclusive artist interviews, spotlight local talent, and broadcast curated sets from the festival to listeners across the DMV.

Sataria Joyner 6/30/26 Sataria Joyner 6/30/26

WPFW 2025–2026 Annual EEO Public File Report

WPFW's latest EEO Report is available now, detailing our employment practices and efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across the station. Read it here.

Sataria Joyner 6/17/26 Sataria Joyner 6/17/26

New World Order

Freedom Futures Collective (FFC) presents New World Order, a new Wednesday weekly radio show by young artivists Mahjai, Ama’d, Liv Grace, and Trélogy. Expect underground liberation music, hard-hitting DJ mixes, and candid conversations that challenge power and imagine a FREEDOM future. New World Order debuts on WPFW Wednesday, July 1, at 6:00 PM.