Best Freeform Radio Podcasts (2025)

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The Story of WHFS & Freeform Radio with Jay Schlossberg on SOUNDS with Tom Needham 38:13

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On this episode of SOUNDS, host Tom Needham speaks with first-time director Jay Schlossberg about his long-awaited documentary Feast Your Ears: The Story of WHFS 102.3 FM. The film takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the golden era of freeform progressive FM radio, spotlighting the legendary WHFS station that broadcast from Bethesda, Mar…

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DUSTY & STONES’ Gazi “Dusty” Simelane & Director Jesse Rudoy on SOUNDS with Tom Needham 33:21

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This week on SOUNDS, we welcome filmmaker Jesse Rudoy and one half of the extraordinary country duo, Gazi “Dusty” Simelane, to discuss their inspiring new documentary Dusty & Stones. The film shines a spotlight on Dusty and his cousin Linda “Stones” Msibi, two musicians from the African Kingdom of Eswatini, who set out on an unforgettable journey f…

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Episode 933: Whole 'Nuther Thing April 26, 2025 1:58:41

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Today's program features tuneage from XTC, Tim Buckley, It's A Beautiful Day, Lovin' Spoonful, John Mayall, Crosby Stills & Nash, Spirit, Beatles, Small Faces, Youngbloods, Randy Newman, The Left Banke, Cyrkle, Zombies, Seatrain, Rascals, Jean Luc Ponty, Doors, Tears For Fears, Byrds, Led Zeppelin, Simon & Garfunkel, Judy Collins, Quicksilver Messe…

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JIMMY IN SAIGON: A Conversation with Director Peter McDowell on SOUNDS 28:36

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This week’s episode of SOUNDS features an extraordinary conversation with filmmaker Peter McDowell, who shares the emotional story behind his documentary Jimmy in Saigon. The film, which has earned critical acclaim on the festival circuit, unearths the hidden life of McDowell’s brother Jimmy, a young Vietnam veteran who died mysteriously in Saigon …

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Stick your sensitive or incriminating documents in BUCCI'S SHREDDER! from Apr 24, 2025 51:18

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By Bucci and WFMU

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Episode 698: Human Pleasure radio, 21st April 2025 2:00:00

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Paradoxant - Rêve bizarre [Deux LP] SEX BEAT - This Machine Kills No One [Crack LP] Bunnies - Lucky Larry's Lullaby to Lilith and Lucifer [Horror Spectrum LP] Friend Of A Friend - Beautiful Ppl [Desire! LP] Buffet Lunch - Whitsun Sound [Perfect Hit! LP] Anika - Walk Away [Abyss LP] i'm being good - Have I Got Noose For You [Shapeshitter LP] Flora f…

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James Corbett & The New World Order on SOUNDS with Tom Needham 1:07:14

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In this episode of SOUNDS, host Tom Needham speaks with investigative journalist and documentary filmmaker James Corbett, the creator of The Corbett Report. Known for his in-depth reporting on geopolitics, media manipulation, and global power structures, Corbett brings his independent research to a wide audience through documentaries, articles, and…

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Episode 932: Super Sounds Of The 70's April 13, 2025 2:36

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"We were born before the wind Also younger than the sun Ere the bonnie boat was won as we sailed into the mystic Hark, now hear the sailors cry Smell the sea and feel the sky Let your soul and spirit fly into the mystic" A terrific day to sail or flow into the Mystic with me on this week's Super Sounds Of The 70's. Joining us are Badfinger, Santana…

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Episode 931: Super Sounds Of The 70's April 20, 2025 1:58:27

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"Well, I'm a-standing on a corner In Winslow, Arizona Such a fine sight to see, It's a girl, my Lord In a flat-bed Ford Slowin' down to take a look at me" Take it easy, Take it easy Don't let the sound of your own wheels make you crazy" That's right, crank up your Radio and take an Easter Sunday journey in our Way Back Machine on Super Sounds Of Th…

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Episode 930: Whole 'Nuther Thing April 12, 2025 1:55:43

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"Chestnut-brown canary Ruby-throated sparrow Sing a song, don't be long Thrill me to the marrow Voices of the angels Ring around the moonlight Asking me said she so free How can you catch the sparrow?" Please join me on a terrific Spring afternoon for 2 Hours of wonderful song and harmony on this week's Whole 'Nuther Thing on KXFM 104.7. Joining us…

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Episode 929: Whole 'Nuther Thing April 19, 2025 1:57:34

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"We skipped the light fandango, turned cartwheels 'cross the floor I was feeling kind of seasick, but the crowd called out for more The room was humming harder, as the ceiling flew away When we called out for another drink The waiter brought a tray" Join me on this Holiday weekend as we skip the light fandango accompanied by 2 hours of great tuneag…

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The Museum of Unfinished Projects. from Apr 16, 2025 51:07

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Josh Rogin Talks Joe Rogan, Trump & China on SOUNDS with Tom Needham 33:43

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This episode of the SOUNDS Podcast features a classic conversation from The Sounds of Film archive with Josh Rogin, columnist for the Washington Post’s Global Opinions section and political analyst for CNN. Rogin, who also appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience, joins host Tom Needham to discuss his groundbreaking book, Chaos Under Heaven, which delv…

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Screenwriting Legend Robert Boris Talks Richard Pryor, AIR FORCE ONE, & 48 HOURS on SOUNDS 1:12:25

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Our next guest on the SOUNDS with Tom Needham Podcast is one of Hollywood’s most fascinating screenwriters, Robert Boris. Robert has had an incredible career, working on some of the most legendary films in Hollywood history. He also played a key role in shaping classic films like “Some Kind of Hero,” “48 Hours,” “Dr. Detroit,” and “Air Force One”—a…

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Episode 697: Human Pleasure radio, 7th April 2025 2:00:00

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Solo Career - Venus on speed dial [Interior Delirium LP] e4444e - Crutch [Authentic Natural Tradition LP] Haiku Redo - Disco Summer [Disco Summer LP] Witch Post - The Wolf [The Wolf EP] Prolapse - On The Quarter [Single] Mould - Frances [Almost Feels Like Purpose EP] Real Sickies - Triage [Under A Plastic Bag LP] Postcards - Poison [Ripe LP] Jetstr…

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03.27.25 )) . . (( oh oh desolate of bellowing are minor mirrors wine on terminalBy The Plaster Cramp

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Episode 928: Whole 'Nuther Thing April 5, 2025 2:03:30

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Episode 927: Super Sounds Of The 70's April 6, 2025 1:25:52

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"You never give me your money You only give me your funny paper And in the middle of negotiations You break down" This is only partially true, many of you do but we still need more to keep bringing you the Music you deserve. Please join me this afternoon as I seek your support for the SoCal Sound and Super Sounds Of The 70's. Joining us are David B…

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INSIDE AI with Akli Adjaoute on SOUNDS with Tom Needham 55:27

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On this episode of SOUNDS with Tom Needham, we’re diving into a topic that’s shaping the present and redefining the future—Artificial Intelligence. Our guest is Akli Adjaoute, a leading expert with over 30 years in the field. As the founder of Brighterion, an AI company acquired by MasterCard, his technology helps secure over 150 billion transactio…

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Ink don't lie. from Apr 2, 2025 53:39

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By Bucci and WFMU

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MAN FROM PRETENTIA: Reliving the East Village Art Scene with Chih-Hsuan Liang & Steve Zehentner 39:24

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On this episode of SOUNDS, we dive into “Man from Pretentia,” a compelling documentary that captures the life and legacy of legendary New York gallerist Paul Bridgewater. Directed by Chih-Hsuan Liang and produced by Steve Zehentner, the film chronicles Bridgewater’s rise in the vibrant East Village art scene, his struggles to keep his gallery afloa…

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03.20.25 )) . . (( smelling the coming of no no no centipede stitches let the guitarBy The Plaster Cramp

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Episode 926: Super Sounds Of The 70's March 30, 2025 1:51:09

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"The percentage you're paying is too high priced While you're living beyond all your means And the man in the suit has just bought a new car From the profit he's made on your dreams" Sound familiar, please join me for the ultimate distraction, Music. Joiniing us on this week's 2 hour musical journey are Warren Zevon, Zephyr, ZZ Top, Genesis, Joe Co…

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Episode 925: Whole 'Nuther Thing March 29, 2025 2:00:42

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"Laughing on the bus Playing games with the faces She said the man in the gabardine suit Was a spy, I said, "Be careful His bow tie is really a camera" Counting the cars on the New Jersey Turnpike They've all come To look for America" It's here, please join me this afternoon as we reveal it's existence through a wondrous thing we call music. Joinin…

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ANDY KAUFMAN: A Deep Dive with Director Alex Braverman & Tom Needham 25:11

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On the latest episode of SOUNDS with Tom Needham, director Alex Braverman joins the show to discuss his new documentary, THANK YOU VERY MUCH a deep dive into the life and career of the enigmatic comedian Andy Kaufman. Through never-before-seen archival footage and intimate interviews with Kaufman’s friends, colleagues, and family, the film explores…

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You endorsed Bucci, Bucci endorses you. That's the deal. from Mar 27, 2025 51:26

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Logan Richardson Talks Yoko Kanno, COWBOY BEBOP & Blues People Big Bang on SOUNDS 26:48

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On the next SOUNDS, Tom Needham speaks with creative musician and composer, Logan Richardson. Logan is an acclaimed saxophonist, composer, and bandleader. Hailing from Kansas City, he has carved out a unique space in jazz, blending blues, hip-hop, and avant-garde influences into a sound that is entirely his own. From sharing the stage with jazz leg…

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Filmmaker Deirdre Fishel: Families Facing Lewy Body Dementia 27:37

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On this episode of SOUNDS, Tom Needham speaks with Deirdre Fishel, an accomplished documentary filmmaker and professor at City College of New York. Deirdre has built a career shining a light on stories that are often overlooked, from the struggles of female police officers to the challenges of aging. Her latest film, “Facing the Wind,” takes on one…

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Episode 696: Human Pleasure radio, 24th March 2025 2:00:00

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KEG - Giving Up Fishing [Fun's Over LP] Grimson - I Made My Therapist Cry Today [single] Chest. - Self Sabotage [All Good Things End LP] The Loft - Ten Years [Everything Changes Everything Stays The Same LP] Kinski - Experimental Hugs [Stumbledown Terrace LP] Moreish Idols - Dream Pixel [All In The Game LP] The Tubs - Freak Mode [Cotton Crown LP] T…

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03.13.25 )) . . (( poverty gesture tough battles of sunset a bellowingBy The Plaster Cramp

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Episode 924: Super Sounds Of The 70's March 23, 2025 1:57:34

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"Ride the wind let your dream blow In the stream of the wind flow And you will know the reason why I ride the wind See the colors flashing like a rainbow, Drink them in until your senses overflow And you will find that you can grow by letting go" It's the 1st Sunday of Spring so let's ride the wind together with 2 hours of terrific tunes on this we…

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Episode 923: Whole 'Nuther Thing March 22, 2025 2:04:06

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"There you stood on the edge of your feather, expecting to fly. While I laughed, I wondered whether I could wave goodbye," As we waved goodbye to Winter, Spring and its promise of renewal arrived Thursday. Please join me on this first weekend of Spring on this week's Whole 'Nuther Thing. Joining us are Earth Opera, Warren Zevon, The Hooters, Tim Bu…

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Director Leonardo Van Dijl Talks JULIE KEEPS QUIET, Hamptons & Cannes Film Festivals 34:10

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On the latest episode of SOUNDS with Tom Needham, we are joined by Belgian writer-director Leonardo Van Dijl, known for his compelling storytelling and nuanced character portrayals. His debut feature film, JULIE KEEPS QUIET (2024), delves into themes of silence, trauma, and resilience within the high-pressure world of elite youth tennis. The film p…

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WFMU Marathon with Co-host Michele. 2 Truths and a Lie about your pet. PLEDGE from Mar 20, 2025 56:49

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Catherine Gund Talks Jacqueline Woodson, Meshell Ndegeocello & MEANWHILE on SOUNDS 25:01

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On this episode of SOUNDS, host Tom Needham welcomes award-winning director and activist Catherine Gund to discuss her latest film, MEANWHILE, a docu-poem in six verses that captures artists creating in the midst of chaos. Featuring an extraordinary collaboration between Jacqueline Woodson, Meshell Ndegeocello, and a cast of visionary artists, the …

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*Trump-Musk Attack on Social Security Could Shatter the Progam Serving the Nation’s Most Vulnerable; Justin Glawe, an independent journalist, frequent contributor to Rolling Stone magazine; Producer: Scott Harris.*Public Citizen Pushing Back Against Trump Regime’s Onslaught of Lawlessness; Lisa Gilbert, Co-President of Public Citizen; Producer: Mel…

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Robbie Dupree Talks Steal Away & Yacht Rock on SOUNDS 33:46

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In this classic SOUNDS OF FILM interview, Tom Needham speaks with musician Robbie Dupree. Robbie Dupree, who grew up in Brooklyn, New York, is best known for his smooth pop hits “Steal Away” (No. 6) and “Hot Rod Hearts” (No. 15) from his 1980 self-titled debut album. Influenced by R&B legends Marvin Gaye and Sam Cooke, he began his career performin…

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Episode 922: Super Sounds Of The 70's March 16, 2025 1:58:33

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"Come down off your throne and leave your body alone Somebody must change You are the reason I've been waiting so long Somebody holds the key And I Can't Find My Way Home" No worries, I have a musical compass that will guide us this afternoon on "Super Sounds Of The 70's". Joining us are Carly Simon, Traffic, Dire Straits, Todd Rundgren, Humble Pie…

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Episode 921: Whole 'Nuther Thing March 15, 2025 1:58:34

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"If the rain comes they run and hide their heads They might as well be dead If the rain comes, if the rain comes When the sun shines they slip into the shade And sip their lemonade When the sun shines, when the sun shines" Well, the Rain has finally subsided and the Sun has made an appearance so lets get ready for Spring with 2 hours of terrific tu…

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ENDLESS CALLS FOR FAME: THE STORY OF THE NEW RISING SONS with director Olivia Serafini-Sauli 31:12

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On the next SOUNDS with Tom Needham is special guest, director Olivia Serafini-Sauli, who is here to discuss her new documentary, Endless Calls for Fame: The Story of the New Rising Sons. The film takes us back to the gritty streets of 1990s New York City, when punk and indie rock were breaking into the mainstream. It tells the story of The New Ris…

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Episode 920: Super Sounds Of The 70's March 9, 2025 1:57:54

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"As I was walking down the street one day A man came up to me and asked me What the time was that was on my watch Yeah... and I said, Does anybody really know what time it is? Joining us to welcome Daylight Saving Time were Gil Scott-Heron, The Who, Strawbs, Moody Blues, Michael Jackson, Joe Jackson, Tom Petty, Bob Welch, Dave Mason, The Alan Parso…

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