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WDKXUnwritten: MotherhoodIn this episode of Unwritten, Rochester native Kia Muhammad shares an honest conversation about becoming a mother at different stages of life and how she continues to evolve through it all. Unwritten is a hyperlocal podcast from WDKX centered on real conversations with women in Rochester. The show explores womanhood, identity, timing, motherhood, and growth. Others are always welcome to watch and listen. Watch or listen on the WDKX Podcast Network at wdkx.com, or find Unwritten on YouTube and Spotify. Subscribe and follow WDKX for new episodes. #podcast
2026-01-0228 min
WDKXCheck Your Health Podcast with University of Rochester Ep. 49Across the country, Black people faced higher risks during pregnancy and childbirth. But support and education made a real difference.This week on Check Your Health, host Dr. Shaun Nelms talked with UR Medicine’s Barbara Maier and LaKeisha Washington from Flower City Lactation & Doula Services about free childbirth education through the Birthing with Confidence program and the important role doulas played in healthy pregnancies and labor.Listeners tuned in that Thursday at 10 a.m. or streamed live at wdkx.com. The program was brought to you by the University of Rochester and WDKX....
2025-12-1830 min
WDKXZeddy Will Interview with host Sierra Monae at WDKXAfter surprising students at local schools, Zeddy Will sat down with Sierra Monae at WDKX to talk his rise, his content, and the energy in Rochester leading into Step Jam. The city showed up. The kids went crazy. This is the conversation before the moment.#zeddy will #sierra monae #wdkx #wdkx step jam #step jam rochester #rochester new york #roc the set #zeddy will schools rochester #zeddy will interview #zeddy will music #zeddy will content creation #rochester youth events #black owned radio rochester
2025-12-1803 minWDKXWDKX Water Cooler With Latia VaughnTune in every Friday at 10am with Latia Vaughn on the WDKX Wake-Up Club.Each week, she dives into powerful conversations that matter — including:"Your Story Isn’t Over Yet" – offering hope and encouragement for those feeling stuck."The Energy You Bring Matters" – a reminder to be intentional about your presence and how it impacts others.And conversations around A.I. – exploring how it's influencing our lives and what it means for the future.Start your Friday with purpose and perspective — only on WDKX with La...
2025-10-1033 minWDKXMs Pat WDKX Wake Up Club InterviewComedian Ms. Talks joins the WDKX Wake Up Club Morning Show to chat about her upcoming performance at Del Lago on June 21st — plus, she shares some laughs about life and family.
2025-06-1610 minWDKXWDKX Water Cooler with Mayor Evans, Michael Patterson and Sean Burr of RHAIf you missed the WDKX Water Cooler, we had Mayor Evans, Rochester City Councilmember Michael Patterson and Sean Burr, Executive Director of the Rochester Housing Authority, join us to discuss the situation unfolding at Danforth and Hudson Ridge Towers. here's the full conversation.
2025-05-2214 minWDKXWDKX Water Cooler with Rochester Councilmember Michael Patterson & RPD Deputy Chief Keith Stith 09.03.24WDKX Water Cooler with Rochester Councilmember Michael Patterson & RPD Deputy Chief Keith Stith talk about the issues with the violence in the City of Rochester.
2024-09-0352 minWDKXWDKX Water Cooler with Rise Up RochesterRise Up Rochester stopped by the WDKX Water Cooler to talk about the gang problem in Rochester and how it's connected with the violence.
2024-08-2219 minWDKXHealth Beats 03.05Nurse Bowick addresses a WDKX listener question. If you have a health question for Nurse Bowick to address on Health Beats text the WDKX frontlines 678-1039.
2024-03-0507 minWDKXWake Up Club Interview with K.I.D. from Kid N PlayKID from the legendary group Kid N Play stop by the WDKX Wake Up Club talks about Hip Hop 50 and their history with Rochester and WDKX.
2023-08-1708 minWDKXSteve Harvey Morning Show Interviews VP Kamala Harris On 1039 WDKXThe Steve Harvey Morning Show sits down & talk with the Vice President Kamala Harris On 1039 WDKX.
2023-02-0920 minWDKXWDKX's Jazzy T Speaks With Shawn Stockman of Boyz II Men Ahead of their performance at the Roc Summer Soul Music Festival. WDKX's Jazzy T Speaks With Shawn Stockman of Boyz II Men.
2021-08-2805 minWDKXWDKX Town Hall Meeting With City of Rochester And RCSD Part 3Mayor Lovely Warren & RCSD Superintendent Leslie Mayers-Small talk about the return of the 2020-2021 school year.
2020-08-0324 minWDKXWDKX Town Hall Meeting With City of Rochester And RCSD Part 2Mayor Lovely Warren & RCSD Superintendent Leslie Mayers-Small talk about the return of the 2020-2021 school year.
2020-08-0331 minWDKXWDKX Town Hall Meeting With City of Rochester And RCSD Part 1Mayor Lovely Warren & RCSD Superintendent Leslie Mayers-Small talk about the return of the 2020-2021 school year.
2020-08-0331 min
WDKXDr. Seanelle Hawkins President & CEO Urban League of RochesterDr. Seanelle Hawkins is the Urban League of Rochester's President and CEO. She was on the WDKX Wake-Up Club talking about the Rochester Black Scholars and Programs Available in Rochester
2020-06-0507 min
WDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Podcast: The Quarantine Update with Talent (06/04)Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Today's Topics
- All 4 officers charged in George Floyd's death
- President Trump's Is Out Of Control
- Local Radio Hosts Fired After Racist On-Air Remarks
- NFL QB Drew Brees Still Doesn't Get It
2020-06-0416 min
WDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Podcast: The Quarantine Update with Talent (05/28)Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Today's Topics
- Central Park Karen
- George Floyd
- New Mask Order
- Loose Cat
2020-05-2909 minWDKXWDKX Podcast With Roc Royal FoundationKD Yawn CEO of Roc Royal Foundation Talks About The Different things She Does In The Rochester Community.
2020-05-2212 min
WDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Podcast: The Quarantine Update with Talent (05/22)Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Today's Topics
- CDC Recommendations To Re-Open School
- Scientists Have Found A Parallel Universe
- Church Vs. State, Over Re-Opening
2020-05-2210 min
WDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Podcast: The Walker's Know "The Price Is Right"Rochester's Own Ernest and Shlon Walker joined the WDKX Wake-Up Club to Talk About The "The Price Is Right" at Night TV Game Show experience!
2020-05-2006 minWDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Podcast: The Quarantine Update with Talent (05/20)Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Today's Topics
-Talked Re-opening
- Florida Wants To Lie about COVID-19 Numbers
- Scammers
- Face Mask
2020-05-2010 min
WDKXWDKX Sports Podcast: Rochester's Own Taylor Norris Bishop Kearney HS Basketball StarBishop Kearney HS Basketball Star Taylor Norris talks about going 3 for 3 with Section V Champions, Having a 92.7 academic average, being the granddaughter of Rochester Sports Great Trenton Jackson, and her Family/Team Support!
2020-05-1504 min
WDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Podcast: The Quarantine Update with Talent Part 2 (05/13)Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Part 2 of 2
Topics
- South Korea Club Night Shut-Up Again
- Restaurant Use a Shower Curtains
2020-05-1204 min
WDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Podcast: The Quarantine Update with Talent Part 1 (05/13)Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Part 1 of 2
Topics
- Friday Phase 1 Opening Parts of NYS
- Trump on Talk to China Comments
- Mitch McConnell on Obama’s Comments on Trump
- Florida Gym Members Workout By Protest To Open Gym
- Airline Seat Story Update
2020-05-1204 min
WDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Podcast: The Quarantine Update with Talent Part 2 (05/08)Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Part 2 of 2
Topics
- Georgia is Just Giving Out Drivers Licenses to Teens
- Tom Cruise Is Filming and Movie In Space
- Airline is give out flights for 1 Cent and $11 in taxes and fee
2020-05-0805 min
WDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Podcast: The Quarantine Update with Talent Part 1 (05/08)Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Part 1 of 2
Topics
- Gov. Cuomo, East and West Coast Version on COVID-19
- Snow Coming Mother's Day for Weekend
- CDC Release New Guidelines and the White House is not interested
2020-05-0806 minWDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Presents : The Talent Quarantine Update Part 2 05/06Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Part 2 or 2 (05/06)
2020-05-0605 minWDKXWDKX Wake-Up Club Presents : The Talent Quarantine Update Part 1 05/06Get the latest stories in the news during the Self-Quarantine with the WDKX Wake-Up Club and NY's King of Comedy Talent Harris! Part 1 or 2 (05/06)
2020-05-0605 min
WDKXWDKX Podcast - Rochester's Own Quinton Rose Bishop Kearney Grad & Temple College Basketball StarRochester's Own Quinton Rose Bishop Kearney Grad and Temple College Basketball Star. Called into the WDKX Wake-Up Club to talked about the transition from High School To College, and getting ready for the Jump to The NBA.
2020-05-0404 minWDKXWDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting” Part 5Part 5 of a 5 Part Podcast from the WDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting”
2020-03-3121 minWDKXWDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting” Part 4Part 4 of a 5 Part Podcast from the WDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting”
2020-03-3130 minWDKXWDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting” Part 3Part 3 of a 5 Part Podcast from the WDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting”
2020-03-3128 minWDKXWDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting” Part 2Part 2 of a 5 Part Podcast from the WDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting”
2020-03-3129 minWDKXWDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting” Part 1Part 1 of a 5 Part Podcast from the WDKX City of Rochester “Town Hall Meeting”
2020-03-3131 minWDKXWDKX Health Beats Podcast - Getting the Right Treatment from Health Care ProvidersOn Today's Podcast RN Theresa Bowick talks about getting the right treatment from your Health Care Provider.
2020-03-1602 minWDKXWDKX Podcast - Tested for the Coronavirus StoryValencia Metcalf tells her story of her son, Zion getting tested for the novel coronavirus. The results are negative, but the frustrating of getting test is whole other Story.
2020-03-1311 minWDKXWDKX Health Beats Podcast - Women's Bone Health IssuesOn Today's Podcast RN Theresa Bowick talks about Women's Bone Health issues and solutions.
2020-03-0904 min
WDKXWDKX Podcast with Jason Stewart from FoodlinkJason Stewart a Nutrition Resource Staff Member at Foodlink, talks about building healthier communities and how Foodlink can help, at foodlinkny.org
2020-03-0908 minWDKXWDKX Podcast - Tuesday Morning PodcastOn this Episode of the Tuesday Morning Podcast Tariq and Talent, "The Kings of Coffee" Talk about why Talent doesn't use Phone Apps to order his coffee. Which later turns into a customer service discussion.
2020-03-0913 min
WDKXWDKX Podcast - Sen. Joe Robach and Ashlynn Boler Talk About Bail ReformAshlynn Boler shares her story about Bail Reform. Sen. Joe Robach speaks to that topic, who is it affecting, what can be done about it, and how long it could take?
2020-03-0717 min
WDKXWDKX Podcast - The Women of Color SummitSara Taylor and Dr. Andrea Cain talk about "The Women of Color Summit" designed to address systemic barriers, inequities and disparities for women and young women of color who desire to pursue or advance their careers. With WDKX's Cookie talking about 'Happiness Is Intentional" (April 16 - April 17) DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls 401 Buffalo Ave. Niagara Falls. https://heritagechristianservices.org/event/women-of-color-summit/
2020-03-0723 minWDKXWDKX Podcast with Dr. Melany J. Silas - The Power of ForgivenessOn this episode of the WDKX Podcast Tariq from the Wake-Up Club speaks with Dr. Melany J. Silas (Educator, Minister, Author, Playwright, Motivational Speaker, and Mother) about, The Power of Forgiveness and what it really means!
2020-03-0319 minWDKXWDKX Health Beats Podcast with RN Theresa Bowick - CoronavirusOn Today's Podcast RN Theresa Bowick talks with Tariq from the WDKX Wake-Up Club about the Coronavirus.
2020-03-0206 min
WDKXWDKX Podcast with Dr. Steven Hart & Dr. Peter Hart from Hart Hearing & Balance CentersDr. Steven Hart & Dr. Peter Hart from Hart Hearing & Balance Centers, talked about hearing loss and plan of care. www.harthearing.com
2020-02-2908 min
WDKXWDKX Podcast with Attorney Kenneth HillerAttorney Kenneth Hiller, talked about taking claims on Robo Calls and (Violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act), Veterans Disability and Social Security Disability. Call the office at 1-800-300-2990 or www.kennethhiller.com
2020-02-2908 minWDKXWDKX Podcast with Dr. Melany J. Silas - Oprah and Michelle Obama EventOn this episode of the WDKX Podcast Tariq from the Wake-Up Club speaks with Dr. Melany J. Silas (Educator, Minister, Author, Playwright, Motivational Speaker, and Mother) about, The Power of Forgiveness, Oprah Winfrey and Michelle Obama Wellness Tour Experience, and "How Do We Change?"
2020-02-2517 minWDKXWDKX Water Cooler With Mayor Lovely WarrenRochester, NY Mayor Lovely Warren Joined The WDKX Wake Up Club To Talk About Everything From Presidential Candidates Michael Bloomberg To Diversey.
2020-02-2117 min
WDKXWDKX Cookie's Podcast With Keith From Fracassi LashesCookie talk with Keith from Fracassi Lashes about, Why Falicia Fracassi, and Inspiring the next generation of young entrepreneurs with a Training Course in Rochester.
2020-02-0807 minWDKXWDKX Podcast with Dr. Melany J. Silas - Self-Care Vs. Self-LoveOn this episode of the WDKX Podcast Tariq from the Wake-Up Club speaks with Dr. Melany J. Silas (Educator, Minister, Author, Playwright, Motivational Speaker, and Mother) about, Self-Care Vs. Self-Love
2020-02-0512 minWDKXWDKX Wake Up Club Watercooler On The Go - Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren & Dr. Cephas ArchieRochester Mayor Lovely Warren & Dr. Cephas Archie talked about diversity, institutional, and systemic racism on the WDKX Wake Up Club Watercooler with Tariq, Sight, and Reign.
2020-02-0327 min
WDKXCookie's WDKX Podcast - HappinessOn this episode of Cookie's WDKX Podcast. Cookies talk about Happiness and how she got there!
2020-01-3009 minWDKXPrincipal Marc Fleming from Greece OlympiaOn Today's WDKX Podcast Tariq from the Wake-Up Club talks with Principal Marc Fleming from Greece Olympia about the sign promoting the community discussion on The N- Word.
2020-01-3005 minWDKXTariq's WDKX Podcast with Miquel Powell Rochester Police Accountability Board AppointeeOn this episode of the WDKX Podcast Tariq from the WDKX Wake-Up Club talks to Rochester Police Accountability Board appointee Miquel Powell, on where he is now, what he brings to the board, and more.
2020-01-1806 minWDKXTariq's WDKX Podcast with Chief of Police La'Ron D. SingletaryOn this episode of the WDKX Podcast Tariq from the WDKX Wake-Up Club talks to Rochester Police Department Chief of Police La'Ron D. Singletary. From what made him choose becoming a Police Officer to the New Youth Advisory Board.
2020-01-1814 minWDKXCookie's WDKX Podcast with Guest Dr. Daniele J. Lyman-TorresOn this episode of Cookie's WDKX Podcast. Cookies specks with Dr. Daniele J. Lyman-Torres, Commissioner of Department of Recreation Youth Services for the City of Rochester.
2020-01-1807 min2020-01-1704 minWDKXVan recalls attempted robbery at People's Choice restaurantAs a gunman rushed the People's Choice restaurant days before Christmas, owner Evangela "Van" Stanley called to her friend Darnell Wilson who was ready to put his boxing skills to work on the suspect. This is her story as told on WDKX-FM with host Jazzy T
2020-01-1606 minWDKXYou Can Look But Not Touch With Mama MackAbout relationships and Is It ok to look at someone else. The WDKX Wake Up Club talks about it with Mama Mack.
2020-01-1606 minWDKXWDKX Podcast - Fountain of Youth FitnessOn this WDKX Podcast episode Tariq Spence from the WDKX Wake-Up Club talks with Hassan & Julius from Fountain of Youth Fitness about taking the right approach to your fitness goals, and The "Why" for people coming to workout.
2020-01-1108 minWDKXCookie's Podcast with Rochester's Own, Author Leslie C. YoungbloodOn This WDKX Podcast, DJ Cookie told the story of how she started coming up on WDKX's Memory Lane and spoke with Leslie C. Youngblood about her book "Love Like Sky" published by Disney Books Worldwide.
2019-12-1434 minWDKXArthur Brooks III From Team Kustomz Talks About Giving BackOn Today's WDKX Podcast Episode, I spoke with Arthur Brooks III who uses Faith and Family to giving back and helping the Rochester Community.
2019-12-1011 minWDKXWillie Murphy Interview with WDKX's DJ SightWillie Murphy, an 82-year-old woman and award winning body builder, found herself in the middle of a home invasion and lived to tell the tale. She called into WDKX and told us all about.
2019-11-2703 minWDKXGarry Hurwitz - Owner - Advantage LifeOn this episode of the WDKX Podcast Tariq Spence talks with Garry Hurwitz Owner of Advantage Life about the best life Insurance policies.
2019-11-1607 minWDKXCommissioned Interview on the WDKX Wake-Up ClubKeith Staten, Karl Reid, Mitchell Jones and Michael Brooks from the Gospel Group Commissioned stopped into the WDKX Wake-Up Club and talked about being back together again on Tour and working with Fred Hammond and Marvin Sapp .
2019-10-3109 minWDKXWDKX Podcast With Monroe County Clerk Adam BelloOn this episode of the WDKX Podcast Tariq Spence talks with Monroe County Clerk Adam Bello. Adam talks about being in the Rochester Community, what he has done, and what he will do for Monroe County.
2019-10-2608 minWDKXWDKX Podcast with Judge John DeMarcoOn this episode of the WDKX Podcast Tariq talks with Judge John DeMarco, about his start in law, the reason he became a Judge and what's Treatment Court is all about.
2019-10-2606 minWDKXLeticia Astacio Full Podcast Friday on the WDKX Wake Up Club WatercoolerAttorney Leticia Astacio discusses her case in depth. She talks about probation, depression, and the way the courts are handling her case.
2019-10-2527 minWDKXRochester Hosts SPIE Optifab- America’s Optical Fabrication ConferenceOn Tuesday, October 15th the WDKX Jam Squad had the pleasure of broadcasting live from the SPIE Optifab Optical Fabrication Conference.
SPIE Optifab is North America’s premier optical manufacturing conference and exhibition and draws in over 2,000 optics professionals. The four-day conference will include technical presentations about the latest in the science of designing and manufacturing optical components.
If you would like to attend this conference, the hours are as follows:
Tue. Oct 15th / Wed. Oct 16th: 10:00 am- 5:00 pm
--A job fair will be hosted on these two days for anyone interested in wo...
2019-10-1506 minWDKXRochester Educational Foundation's Community ProgramsTodd Allen, a board member with the Rochester Educational Foundation, joins the WDKX Podcast to discuss REF's many programs available to the Rochester community. Some of these programs include supplying children with musical instruments and books, and well as their many upcoming FAFSA Fests to help support parents and students seeking financial aid for higher education.
The first FAFSA Fest will be held on Saturday, October 12th from 10 am until 12 pm at the REOC Downtown Campus, 161 Chestnut St, Rochester, NY 14604.
For more information on these programs, or to know when the next FAFSA Fest will...
2019-10-1114 minWDKXREOC- College Fair, FAFSA Fest & Next StepsThis episode of the WDKX Podcast features two representatives of Rochester Educational Opportunity Center, SUNY Outreach Coordinator, Sheryl Gonzalez and Student Life & Counseling/Counselor, Lisa Gerst. The ladies recap the recent 2019 College Fair, the next steps to take when pursuing higher education and the different programs and resources available to the community at REOC.
To find a list of REOC's programs and/or resources for those who are college-bound, visit reoc.brockport.edu.
2019-10-1126 minWDKXReAdjust Your Crown- Mental Illness Within the Black CommunityThis episode of the WDKX Podcast dives into a few topics that are often regarded as "taboo", mental illness and the rise in suicides amoungst our youth.
Melanie Funchess of the Mental Health Association, Ronieka Burns of Beautifully Made and Reshawna Turner also join the conversation to share their experiences, insight and personal testimonies.
The ladies also discuss their upcoming ReAdjust Your Crown Girls Retreat, an all day retreat focused on empowering and uplifting young women in the community through workshops, mentorship, self- esteem & relationship building and so much more. It's all happening this Saturday...
2019-10-0830 minWDKXWDKX Podcast NFL Top 5 Teams To Overcome "Adversity"Sometimes in life, it's not where you start, but where you heading. Sports is a great example of that. In this Podcast I'll give you 5 NFL Teams that Overcame a rough or shake start to the season, and now have given hope to there Fan base.
2019-10-0705 minWDKXComic Book Artist - Nigel Carrington and Writer Rob JonesComic Book Artist Nigel Carrington and Writer Rob Jones talk about the developing of a series of Comic Books with Black Characters set in the City of Rochester. In this Episode of the WDKX Podcast. Nigel talks about how he got started, working with people in Rochester, and where he wants to take his stories.
2019-10-0414 minWDKXComedian Shuler KingComedian Shuler King stop by the WDKX Wake-Up Club to promote The Monthly Comedy Show Presented by "It's Just Comedy" Talent Harris in Rochester. During this edition of the WDKX Podcast Shuler King, Talent, Tariq And Reign from the WDKX Wake-Up Club talk about everything from a new New Parenting App Idea, to passing along wisdom to the next generation of Comedians. Get ready to laugh and remember.............it's just comedy!
2019-10-0331 minWDKXNYS Attorney General Letitia JamesNYS Attorney General Letitia James called in to the WDKX Water Cooler to discuss the upcoming "No Questions Asked" Community Gun Buyback event, as well as how gun violence impacts our community.
Click here for more information on the "No Questions Asked" Community Gun Buyback event.
2019-09-2405 min
WDKXWater Cooler: Van White on RCSD FinancesJoe Morelle calls on DOJ to investigate RCSD finances. Van White came to the WDKX Studios to discuss.
2019-09-2313 minWDKXUrban League of Rochester's FREE Adult Reentry ProgramsAre you a resident of the city of Rochester over the age of 18 who has been recently incarcerated? Are you looking to reenter the work force or continue your education? If you answered yes to these questions then the Urban League of Rochester has a FREE program just for you!
Tune in to this episode of the WDKX podcast to learn about Project Steps to Success and Project B.E.A.M., two adult reentry programs serving city residents 18 years of age or older for FREE. Jasmine is joined by Career Counselor, Tia Tucker, and Program Director...
2019-09-0519 minWDKXWake Up Club w/ Sheriff Todd Baxter on the Civil Service ExamWant to know information on how you can take the civil service exam? Tune in to this episode of the WDKX podcast featuring Sheriff Todd Baxter.
2019-09-0404 minWDKXWake Up Club w/ Sheriff Todd Baxter on the Opioid CrisisSheriff Todd Baxter joins today's episode of the WDKX podcast to discuss the issues in our community surrounding the opioid epidemic.
2019-09-0404 minWDKXJasmine w/ RABJ's Richard J. McCullough & Kevin HicksOn this episode of the WDKX podcast, congratulations are in order! The Rochester Association of Black Journalists (RABJ) has been named the "National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) 2019 Professional Chapter of the Year"!!
Jasmine is joined by RABJ President, Richard J. McCollough, and VP of Print, Kevin Hicks, to discuss the many different ways the chapter has involved themselves within the fabric of our community.
If you would like to join in on the celebration, head to the Downtown Hyatt Regency (125 E Main St) for their "Break Bread with RABJ Happy Hour". This event will b...
2019-08-3015 minWDKXWake Up Club & Congressman Joseph Morelle (D)A new study claims the 25th congressional district is the 2nd worst in the country when it comes to the quality of life for African Americans. The 25th congressional district includes the city of Rochester and areas in Monroe County and is represented by Democratic Congressman Joseph Morelle. He stopped by the WDKX Wake-Up Club to talk about the study and let people know what he plans to do about changing that around.
To learn more about this study, click here.
2019-08-2729 minWDKXRosalie & Ann Kress of MCCOn this episode of the WDKX Podcast, Rosalie is joined by Ann Kress of MCC to have a discussion about the different types of things that may effect first year college students. Learn tips for coping with first year stress and anxiety and managing your time!
2019-08-2120 minWDKXChasing Greatness Premiers Friday, August 30thOn this episode of the WDKX podcast, Jasmine is joined by athlete, mentor and filmmaker, Christopher Washington to discuss the premier of his upcoming film, Chasing Greatness.
"TopFlight is pleased to announce the production of 'Chasing Greatness', a short film, filmed and produced by Rochester’s own Christopher Washington Jr. The film focuses on twin brothers, Michael and Miles Brown; 2019 Northstar Christian Academy graduates who made Section V and NYS history during this year’s basketball season. The Brown brothers have shared a passion for basketball since an early age and have always been in sync on the co...
2019-08-1324 minWDKXWake Up Club On The Go w/ Leticia Astacio- Friday 8/9/19Attorney Leticia Astacio joins the WDKX Wake Up Club and this discussion gets real! The team talks about why married people act single. Tune in to hear all the juicy opinions shared!
2019-08-1310 minWDKXBlack Equal Pay Day Rally- Thursday, August 22ndTariq of the WDKX Wake Up Club is joined by guest, E.R. Walker, to discuss the upcoming Black Equal Pay Day Rally. This event, which will take place on Thursday, August 22nd, was created to highlight the pay gap between Black women and White, non-Hispanic men in the same positions. The rally is meant to educate and activate.
Join E.R. and Rochester area speakers, community leaders, and advocates to rally for pay equity for ALL women.
Thursday, August 22, 2019; 11:45 AM
750 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607
Attendees are encouraged to wear RED to symbolize how much wome...
2019-08-1307 minWDKXWake Up Club On The Go w/ Van WhiteAttorney and RCSD School Board President Van White joins the WDKX Wake Up Club to discuss the state of the city school district as well as his response to the referendum, proposed by Mayor Lovely A. Warren, which would release control of the district to NY state.
2019-08-0829 minWDKXPersonal EnergyJustin Merriam, owner of Personal Energy Inc., joins Jasmine on the WDKX podcast to discuss his 90 day fix program. This program encompasses nutrition, fitness and all around wellness to help you lead a more sustainable and healthy lifestyle for years to come!
To contact Justin, send him an email at personalenergyinc@gmail.com or visit him at the Harro East Athletic Club; located at 400 Andrews St, Rochester, NY 14604.
For more information on Personal Energy Inc., visit https://personal-energy.com/
2019-07-2621 minWDKXLive Better NOW Health & Wellness ExpoOn this episode of the WDKX podcast Jasmine is joined by Angela Tucker Hill of the Seventh Day Adventist Churches of Rochester to discuss their upcoming health and wellness expo.
Join the Seventh Day Adventist Churches of Rochester and Western NY for the Live Better NOW Health & Wellness Expo taking place this Sunday, July 28th! This event will be located at the corner of Jefferson Ave and Adams Street from 10:30 AM until 4:00 PM.
There will be nutrition assessments, exercise tips, free dental care, free blood pressure screenings, and so much more! This event is free a...
2019-07-2604 minWDKXWake Up Club On The Go & Team E FoundationThe WDKX Wake Up Club is joined by Team E Foundation to discuss the events happening during the upcoming Team E Weekend.
Are you a baller?? Then you don't want to miss the $25,000 Basketball Tournament this Saturday & Sunday, July 13th & 14th at the Ryan Center.
Need a laugh? Catch the hilarious Michael Blackson with B. Simone and Jess Hilarious at Rochester's Auditorium Theater this Saturday, July 13th!
And finally, blow off some steam at the All White Party hosted by Dave East himself! Party will take place on Saturday, July 14th at Tropix...
2019-07-0904 minWDKXWake Up Club On The Go & The Halle Bailey DramaSince there are so many people worried about Halle Bailey being cast as the new Little Mermaid, the WDKX Wake Up Club decided to come up with our own movie list featuring our choice of replacement actors & actresses. Enjoy!
2019-07-0903 minWDKXWake Up Club On The Go w/ Leticia Astacio 6/21/19Attorney Leticia Astacio joins the WDKX Wake Up Club to discuss the Brianna Scarpulla verdict. Scarpulla, a 19 year old Hilton High School graduate, received probation in the case involving reckless driving and the death of her friend just days before their graduation.
2019-06-2621 minWDKXWake UP Club On The Go & Comedian Joel James, the King Of The CountyThis week the WDKX Wake Up Club is joined by comedian and King of the County, Joel James. The team discusses the results of yesterday's primary election, Joel's upcoming TV premier in "Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of the City" and so more!
Tune in to Comedy Central this Friday, June 28th at 11 PM EST to catch Rochester's very own Joel James in "Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of the City"!
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2019-06-2604 minWDKXWater Cooler Podcast 6/14/19 w/ Leticia AstacioLeticia Astacio joins the WDKX Wake Up Club to discuss the seasonal spike in gang violence within youth in Rochester that comes around every Summer, as well as helpful information about how to handle the types of legal consequences that could possibly come up.
2019-06-1418 minWDKXWater Cooler Podcast 6/14/19 w/ Lamar HannahLamar Hannah joins the WDKX Wake Up Club to discuss techniques for positively interacting with and influencing the youth.
2019-06-1410 minWDKXDigital Water Cooler Podcast 6/07/19 w/ Leticia AstacioLeticia Astacio joins the WDKX Water Cooler to discuss the Trevyan Rowe case, the increase in police presence in the city of Rochester and more.
2019-06-1118 minWDKXGame 5 Talk w/ Tariq & Gillz of Zeal LifeTune in to the WDKX Sports podcasts to hear wise projections for Game 5 with the Toronto Raptors and the Golden State Warriors from none other than Tariq of the WDKX Wake Up Club and special guest, Gillz of the Zeal Life Lifestyle podcast series!
2019-06-0805 minWDKXJazzy T Interviews Ari LennoxThe WDKX air waves were blessed today by none other than 'Shae Butter Baby' artist, Ari Lennox!! In case you missed it, tune in to learn about Ari's mission to continue the legacy of D.C. greats (like Timbaland and Missy Elliott), her musical influences, and her first big break at last years Soul Train Awards.
Keep it locked for more exclusive interviews with your favorite artists! Only on your #1 for Hip Hop & R&B, 1039 WDKX.
2019-06-0705 minWDKXWake Up Club On The Go & General DegreeYour WDKX Wake Up Club had the honor of meeting dancehall/ reggae icon, General Degree. See him perform live tomorrow at Spring Bling 2019 at the Dome Arena in Henrietta!!
To learn more about General Degree, visit https://www.wdkx.com/general-degree/
2019-05-1705 minWDKXJazzy T Exclusive Interview W/ Spice, The New Queen Of DancehallSpice gives WDKX a call during the Best Ride Home with Jazzy T to discuss her upcoming performance at Spring Bling 2019!!! The ladies also talk about the Queen's controversial skin change dupe, and what it was like to walk around and perform as a light skinned woman for a few days.
To learn more about Spice's story, visit https://www.wdkx.com/queen-spice/
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