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The Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2003): Dame Cleo Laine chats with Michael Bourne about her music and lifeOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, British singer Dame Cleo Laine, who died on July 24, 2025, spoke with Michael Bourne2025-07-2803 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2014): Michael Bourne chats with Lady Gaga about her love of jazzOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, Michael Bourne chats with Lady Gaga in 2014 about her love of jazz2025-07-2203 min
WBGO Journal PodcastWBGO teams with StoryCorps' Miitary Voices Initiative and a look at 'Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story'On the July 19 WBGO Journal, WBGO teams with StoryCorps' Military Voices Initiative and a look at the doc "Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story"2025-07-2030 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO teams with StoryCorps' Military Voices Initiative to give veterans and their families a chance to share, listen and honorIn this episode of The Art of the Story, Doug Doyle talks about WBGO's partnership with StoryCorps' Military Voices Initiative2025-07-1803 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2014): The late great jazz guitarist Vic Juris on his love of Eric Dolphy's musicOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, the late jazz guitarist Vic Juris talked with WBGO's Doug Doyle in 2014 about being a leader and his love of Eric Dolphy's music2025-07-1503 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2008): Savion Glover taps his impression of NBA great Michael JordanOn this edition of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, tap dancer, choreographer and actor Savion Glover does a live tap performance in 20082025-07-0903 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2009): Broadway star Anthony Rapp on the impact of 'RENT'On this edition of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, Broadway star Anthony Rapp came to WBGO in 2009 to talk to Doug Doyle about the impact of the hit musical "RENT"2025-07-0803 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2003): Herbie Hancock on 'Rockit'On this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, iconic musician Herbie Hancock talks to WBGO's Michael Bourne in 2003 about his famous tune "Rockit"2025-07-0403 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2003): Phoebe Jacobs chats with WBGO's Rhonda Hamilton about the Louis Armstrong Educational FoundationOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, we celebrate the late Phoebe Jacobs who spoke with WBGO's Rhonda Hamilton in 2003 about the legacy of the Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation2025-06-2403 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2014): Diana Krall chats with Michael Bourne at the Montreal Jazz FestivalOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, legendary announcer Michael Bourne chats with Diana Krall at the Montreal Jazz Festival in 20142025-06-1303 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (1992): Longtime friends Tony Bennett and Michael Bourne talk about the magic of Frank SinatraOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, iconic singer Tony Bennett talks to his friend Michael Bourne in 1992 about his love of Frank Sinatra's recordings2025-06-0303 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2008): The late NEA Jazz Master Quincy Jones chats with legendary announcer Rhonda HamiltonOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, the late Quincy Jones chats with WBGO's Rhonda Hamilton in 20082025-05-2703 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2013): Knicks great Earl 'The Pearl' Monroe talks about his friendship with jazz legend Miles DavisOn this edition of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive from 2013, Knicks 1973 champion Earl Monroe talks about his close relationship with jazz legend Miles Davis2025-05-2303 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (1998): The magical connection between Benny Golson and Art BlakeyOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive. the late saxophonist Benny Golson spoke to WBGO's Rhonda Hamilton in 1998 about his start with Art Blakey.2025-05-2003 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2014): Gary Walker interviews the late great Quincy Jones about his idol Clark TerryOn this episode from the WBGO Archive, a 2014 conversation between Gary Walker and Quincy Jones2025-05-0803 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO teams up with Aretsky's Patroon Restaurant for a five-part Jazz Series that begins tonight (May 2) with Lezlie HarrisonOn this episode of The Art of the Story, we preview the new WBGO/Aretsky's Patroon Restaurant's five-part jazz series2025-05-0202 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2023) Grammy Award-winning producer and guitarist John Pizzarelli chats with WBGO's Gary WalkerOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, Grammy Award-winning producer and guitarist John Pizzarelli chats with WBGO legendary announcer Gary Walker in 20232025-04-0203 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: Legendary pianist Les McCann chats with WBGO's Michael Bourne about the 1969 Montreux Jazz FestivalOn this episode of The Art of the Story, from the WBGO Archive, legendary pianist Les McCann chats with WBGO's Michael Bourne about the 1969 Montreux Jazz Festival2025-04-0103 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2006): Trumpeter Jon Faddis chats with WBGO's Gary WalkerOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, trumpeter Jon Faddis chat with WBGO's Gary Walker in 2006 about his album Teranga2025-03-2003 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2003): Iconic pianist Herbie Hancock chats with WBGO's legendary announcer Michael BourneOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, a 2003 interview with iconic pianist and composer Herbie Hancock2025-03-1303 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (2012): Newark's legendary Amiri Baraka recites a chilling poemOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, Newark legend Amiri Baraka recites a chilling poem in the WBGO Studios in 20122025-01-3103 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive (1998): The late saxophonist Benny Golson on his time with Art Blakely and the Jazz MessengersOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, the late. saxophonist Benny Golson spoke with WBGO's Rhonda Hamilton in 19982025-01-2703 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive 2003: Legendary saxophonist Charles Lloyd with WBGO's late great announcer Michael BourneOn this episode of The Art of the Story, legendary saxophonist Charles Lloyd spoke with WBGO's late great announcer Michael Bourne back in 20032025-01-2303 minWBGO Journal PodcastDrones, Music and Golf highlight this one-hour edition of the WBGO JournalOn the special one-hour December 14 WBGO Journal, we hear about drones, music and golf2024-12-201h 00The Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: 2008 appearance at J & R Music with singer Catherine Russell and WBGO host Monifa Brown.On this edition of The Art of the Story, a 2008 appearance at J & R Music with singer Catherine Russell and WBGO host Monifa Brown.2024-12-1103 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: Gary Walker's 2003 chat with acclaimed author and musician James McBrideOn this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO's Gary Walker chats with award-winning author and musician James McBride in 20032024-12-0803 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO's Jazz Kids Concert Series, presented with the Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation, features singer and educator Antoinette MontagueOn this episode of The Art of the Story, we get a preview of the next WBGO Kids jazz Concert Series2024-11-1503 min
The Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: James McBride chats with WBGO's Gary WalkerOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, WBGO's Gary Walker chats with acclaimed author and musician James McBride2024-10-2303 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: Iconic pianist and composer Herbie Hancock on his musical choices over his five-decade careerOn this episode of the The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, iconic pianist and composer Herbie Hancock talks to WBGO host Michael Bourne in 2003 about his musical choices over his five-decade career2024-09-2703 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: Benny Golson speaks with WBGO's Rhonda Hamilton in 1998 about becoming a Jazz MessengerOn this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, legendary saxophonist Benny Golson spoke in 1998 with WBGO host Rhonda Hamilton2024-09-2603 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: In 2008, singer Catherine Russell performed live on WBGO from J&R MusicOn this edition of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, singer Catherine Russell performed live from J&R Music in NYC in 2008. She joined WBGO host Monifa Brown for the event.2024-09-2003 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: The terror attacks in 2001 prompted saxophonist Charles Lloyd to record 'Lift Every Voice' in 2003On this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, saxophonist Charles Lloyd speaks to WBGO's Michael Bourne in 20032024-09-1103 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: Remembering the musical roots of the late Russell MaloneOn this episode of The Art of the Story, the legendary announcer Michael Bourne chats with jazz guitarist Russell Malone in 2004 on WBGO. Malone died Friday at the age of 60.2024-08-2603 min
The Art of the StoryWBGO celebrates Newark's own with Wayne Shorter Week (August 19-25)On this episode of The Art of the Story, WBGO celebrates Newark's legendary saxophonist with Wayne Shorter Week2024-08-1903 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: Trumpeter Jon Faddis chats with host Gary Walker in 2006 about his mentors and their impact on his musicThis episode of The Art of the Story comes from the WBGO Archive and focuses on trumpeter Jon Faddis and his mentors2024-08-1303 minThe Art of the StoryA WBGO two-hour special celebration of the life and music of David Sanborn airs this weekendA celebration of the life and music of David Sanborn airs this weekend on WBGO2024-07-3003 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: A 2003 conversation between WBGO's Rhonda Hamilton and the late Phoebe Jacobs on the legacy of Louis ArmstrongOn this episode of The Art of the Story, A 2003 WBGO Archive conversation between WBGO's Rhonda Hamilton and the late Phoebe Jacobs on the legacy of Louis Armstrong2024-07-1904 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: Best-selling author and musician James McBrideWBGO's Gary Walker chats with award-winning author and musician James McBride from the WBGO Archive in 20032024-07-1603 min
The Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: Pianist and singer Les McCann on 'Compared to What'On this episode of AOS, we go to the WBGO Archive for a conversation between Les McCann and host Michael Bourne2024-07-0203 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO Archive: Celebrating the birthday of award-winning bassist and JNIA host Christian McBrideOn the first episode of the WBGO Archive AOS, we celebrate the birthday of Christian McBride2024-05-3103 min
As We Speak with David SanbornPart 2: WBGO celebrates the life and music of David SanbornFor the second episode, we reached into the WBGO archives for a 2010 interview between the late Michael Bourne and David Sanborn. The two bonded over growing up in St, Louis and their tremendous love and respect for the music, so it’s no surprise that their conversation is both informal and insightful.2024-05-2117 minAs We Speak with David SanbornPart 2: WBGO celebrates the life and music of David SanbornFor the second episode, we reached into the WBGO archives for a 2010 interview between the late Michael Bourne and David Sanborn. The two bonded over growing up in St, Louis and their tremendous love and respect for the music, so it’s no surprise that their conversation is both informal and insightful.As We Speak with David Sanborn | WBGO2024-05-2117 minAs We Speak with David SanbornPart I: WBGO celebrates the life and music of David SanbornOn Sunday, May 19, WBGO paid tribute to the life and music of our dear friend and colleague David Sanborn, with two hour-long specials.In the first episode, you can hear some of the best moments from the WBGO podcast As We Speak with David Sanborn, including conversations with Sonny Rollins, Pat Metheny, Kurt Elling, John McLaughlin and more.2024-05-2100 minAs We Speak with David SanbornPart 1: WBGO celebrates the life and music of David SanbornOn Sunday, May 19, WBGO paid tribute to the life and music of our dear friend and colleague David Sanborn, with two hour-long specials.In the first episode, you can hear some of the best moments from the WBGO podcast As We Speak with David Sanborn, including conversations with Sonny Rollins, Pat Metheny, Kurt Elling, John McLaughlin and more.As We Speak with David Sanborn | WBGO2024-05-211h 00
The Art of the StoryJazz singer Stacey Kent talks to WBGO's Janis Siegel about her French roots and new albumOn this episode of AOS, Jazz singer Stacey Kent talks to WBGO's Janis Siegel about her French roots and new album Summer Me, Winter Me2024-04-2503 min
The Art of the StoryWBGO President and CEO Steven A. Williams remembers his family's musical legacyOn this episode of AOS, WBGO President and CEO Steve A. Williams talks about his family's musical history2024-04-0203 minThe Art of the StoryTyreek McDole to perform at WBGO's 45th Birthday Celebration on April 12WBGO's 45th Birthday Celebration will include a set from the Tyreek McDole quintet2024-03-2703 minWBGO Journal PodcastThe Brick City chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha continues its legacy and WBGO gets ready to celebrate its 45th BirthdayOn this episode of the WBGO Journal, we hear about the legacy of the Alpha Phi Alpha and WBGO celebrates 45 years2024-03-2330 minThe Art of the StoryWBGO's 45th Birthday Celebration will be a special evening of music and danceOn this episode of AOS, Newark Symphony Hall President and CEO Talia Young and DJ Prince Hakim are excited about WBGO's 45th Birthday Celebration2024-03-2203 minWBGO Journal PodcastA chat with Broadway and television star Kristin Chenoweth and a tribute to WBGO's Rob CrockerOn the March 9 edition of the WBGO Journal, WBGO's Doug Doyle chats with Kristin Chenoweth and pays tribute to WBGO's Rob Crocker2024-03-1630 min