Best WBGO Podcasts (2025)

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Chats with Dave McMurray, Wycliffe Gordon and the creators of 'WE SING' 59:59

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On the December 13 one-hour special edition of the WBGO Journal, we hear from Dave McMurray, Wycliffe Gordon and the creators of 'We Sing'By WBGO Studios

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Co-founder and CEO of Next League Dave Nugent continues to help teams and leagues value technology and transparency 29:27

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Next League co-founder and CEO Dave Nugent joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about the importance of sports technologyBy Doug Doyle

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Remembering Phil Upchurch 37:05

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The Third Story host Leo Sidran remembers Phil UpchurchBy Leo Sidran

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Mercedes Ellington's trailblazing career and a tribute to the late David Lerner 30:41

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On the December 6 WBGO Journal, an in-depth conversation with Mercedes Ellington and a look back at the life of David LernerBy WBGO Studios

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Giants legend and NFL Hall of Famer Harry Carson's courageous journey on and off the field 30:21

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On the November 29 WBGO Journal, host Doug Doyle has an in-depth chat with Giants legendary linebacker and captain Harry Carson about his amazing career and health battlesBy WBGO Studios

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All in Time and Suddenly: Madison Cunningham on the 'slow burn' of her career 52:31

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Madison Cunningham is the latest guest on Leo Sidran's The Third Story podcastBy Leo Sidran

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Find out why Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman is retiring and the story of a NJ psychiatrist who questioned Nazi war criminals 30:06

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On the November 22 episode of the WBGO Journal, NJ Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman on why she's retiring and Jon Kalish has the story of two doctors who grew up in Newark and served in World War IIBy WBGO Studios

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NFL Hall of Famer and Giants Super Bowl Champion linebacker Harry Carson continues to be a true warrior and leader 1:01:12

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Giants legendary linebacker and NFL Hall of Famer Harry Carson joins SportsJam with Doug DoyleBy Doug Doyle

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Coding the Self: Theo Bleckmann on Finding Your Own Language 1:17:45

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The latest guest on Leo Sidran's "The Third Story" podcast is Theo BleckmannBy Leo Sidran

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The inspirations behind the jazz music of pianist Aaron Parks and saxophonist Calvin Johnson 30:44

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On the November 15 WBGO Journal, host Doug Doyle chats with jazz musicians Aaron Parks and Calvin JohnsonBy WBGO Studios

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NHL Hall of Fame goalie and Rangers legend Henrik Lundqvist's long battle with RP 22:10

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On this edition of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, Rangers legend Henrik Lundqvist and cardiologist Dr. Jonathan Salk create awareness of the medical condition that prompted "King Henrik" to retire from the NHLBy Doug Doyle

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Rangers legendary goalie Henrik Lundqvist is making the greatest save of his life and a recap of the 2025 November election 30:44

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On the November 8 WBGO Journal, Rangers legend Henrik Lundqvist talks about his battle with RP and we recap Tuesday's election in NYC and NJBy WBGO Studios

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'An Old-Fashioned Family Murder' and a look at the career of Metuchen native Robert Kaplow 30:18

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On the November 1 WBGO Journal, a chat with co-stars of "An Old-Fashioned Family Murder" and Jon Kalish profiles Metuchen writer Robert KaplowBy WBGO Studios

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dodie: Growing Up Online 59:10

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British singer-songwriter dodie has spent half her life in public. Long before algorithms and engagement metrics ruled the day, she began posting homemade songs and videos on YouTube as a teenager from Essex. Her soft voice, self-effacing humor, and unfiltered honesty drew millions of viewers who watched her grow up online—sharing heartbreaks, ment…

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A chat with 'The Monsters' playwright Ngozi Anyanwu and a review of 'Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere' 30:40

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On the October 25 WBGO Journal, a chat with 'The Monsters' playwright and director Ngozi Anyanwu and a review of 'Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere'By WBGO Studios

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Chief Adjuah's innovative approach to music and Governor Murphy's take on the federal government shutdown 30:07

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On the October 18 WBGO Journal, Chief Adjuah talks about his innovative approach to music and we get Governor Murphy's take on the federal government shutdownBy WBGO Studios

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Vera Brandes on Köln 75 1:01:40

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Vera Brandes is the latest guest on The Third Story podcast hosted by Leo SidranBy Leo Sidran

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Jacob Jeffries on grief and groove 59:26

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Jacob Jeffries is the latest guest on The Third Story podcast with host Leo SidranBy Leo Sidran

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An in-depth chat with Grammy Award-winning singer Peabo Bryson and a recap of NYFF63 30:27

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On the October 11 WBGO Journal, an in-depth chat with Grammy Award-winning singer Peabo Bryson and a recap of the 63rd NYFFBy WBGO Studios

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Leonor Watling on wearing many hats 1:25:18

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Leonor Watling is the latest guest on The Third Story podcast with host Leo SidranBy Leo Sidran

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Steve Adubato Jr. analyzes the NJ Gubernatorial race and a look at The Corona Collection 30:06

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On the October 4 WBGO Journal, Steve Adubato Jr. analyzes the NJ Gubernatorial Race and we'll take you to The Corona CollectionBy WBGO Studios

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A closer look at Bobby Sanabria's Multiverse Big Band's McCarter performance of West Side Story Reimagined 1:00:37

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On the September 27 WBGO Journal, a preview of Bobby Sanabria's Multiverse Big Band's McCarter performance of West Side Story Reimagined and much moreBy WBGO Studios

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A preview of the Hudson Jazz Festival and a new controversial doc about education in New York’s ultra-Orthodox Jewish schools 30:05

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On the September 20 WBGO Journal we get a preview of the Hudson Jazz Festival and a new controversial doc about education in New York’s ultra-Orthodox Jewish schoolsBy WBGO Studios

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SportsJam with Doug Doyle (500th episode): WBGO's iconic jazz host Gary Walker 38:17

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On this 500th episode of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, WBGO's legendary jazz announcer Gary Walker talks about the connection between sports and musicBy Doug Doyle

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A preview of the 2025 OSPAC West Orange Jazz Fest and a recap of the 50th TIFF 30:11

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On September 13 WBGO Journal, we talk about the many jazz festivals happening this month and get a recap of the 50th TIFFBy WBGO Studios

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A preview of the 16th annual Montclair Jazz Festival and a chat with singer and actor Keith David 30:17

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On the September 6 WBGO Journal, we get a preview of the 2025 Montclair jazz Festival and an in-depth chat with singer and actor Keith DavidBy WBGO Studios

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The "Voices of Wellness" series continues with a feature on Lyme disease and we preview the Urban League of Essex County's Gala 30:42

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On the August 30 WBGO Journal, we continue our "Voices of Wellness" series and learn more about Urban League of Essex County's programsBy WBGO Studios

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Director David Altrogge and Roberto Clemente Jr. on the new doc 'CLEMENTE' hitting theaters September 12 23:38

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On this episode of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, Director David Altrogge and Roberto Clemente Jr. on the new doc "CLEMENTE"By Doug Doyle

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Christian McBride on his latest big band album and part two of Brad Kay's story 30:10

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On the August 23 WBGO Journal, host Doug Doyle chats with Christian McBride about his latest big band album and we get part two of the Brad Kay storyBy WBGO Studios

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Ben Sidran: 'Still auditioning at 82' 1:01:28

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Ben Sidran is the latest guest on The Third Story podcast with Leo SidranBy Leo Sidran

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A tribute to Sheila Jordan and get ready for the new season at Crossroads Theatre Company 30:44

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On the August 16 episode of The Art of the Story, a tribute to Sheila Jordan and get ready for the new season at Crossroads Theatre CompanyBy WBGO Studios

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Mary Sweeney on the process of letting go and moving forward 1:10:42

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On the latest episode of The Third Story, host Leo Sidran chats with film editor, producer, writer, and director Mary SweeneyBy Leo Sidran

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A tribute to the late great NEA Jazz Master Eddie Palmieri and an in-depth chat with Lizz Wright 30:18

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On the August 9 WBGO Journal, we pay tribute to the late great Eddie Palmieri and host Doug Doyle chats with singer Lizz WrightBy WBGO Studios

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A memoir from Zev Feldman and a look at NJ's booming film industry 30:39

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The 16th annual Women In Media-Newark Women's International Film Festival gets underway this week 30:44

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On the July 26 WBGO Journal, host Doug Doyle chats with two filmmakers participating in the Women In Media Newark's International Film FestivalBy WBGO Studios

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'Nothing But A Winner' director Jimmy Jenkins became an Alabama football fan after working three years on the sports doc 33:18

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On this episode of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, "Nothing But A Winner" director Jimmy Jenkins talks about why the film is important to himBy Doug Doyle

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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy talks FIFA World Cup Soccer, Gotham FC and much more 27:32

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NJ Governor Phil Murphy returns to SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about FIFA World Cup Soccer, Gotham FC and much moreBy Doug Doyle

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Moses Patrou on songwriting, survival, and his new album 'Confession of a Fool' 1:17:38

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On this episode of The Third Story, host Leo Sidran chats with Moses PatrouBy Leo Sidran

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WBGO teams with StoryCorps' Miitary Voices Initiative and a look at 'Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story' 30:42

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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"By WBGO Studios

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Westchester SC owner Mitch Baruchowitz brings passion and community to his expansion USL League One team 35:25

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On this edition of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, Westchester SC owner Mitch Baruchowitz talks about his expansion team in the USL League OneBy Doug Doyle

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Actor and former Alabama DB Caleb Castille helps create the Crimson Tide football movie 'Nothing But A Winner' 39:59

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On this edition of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, former Alabama DB and actor Caleb Castille talks about producing "Nothing But A Winner"By Doug Doyle

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An in-depth chat with April May Webb and Randall Haywood and a 'Voices of Wellness' report on youth mental health 30:41

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On the July 12 WBGO Journal, host Doug Doyle chats with singer April May Webb and trumpeter Randall Haywood and Scott Pringle reports on the youth mental health impacts of smartphone usageBy WBGO Studios

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Joe Henry's 'code of the road' 1:39:32

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On this episode of The Third Story, host Leo Sidran chats with Joe HenryBy Leo Sidran

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A chat with Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and TV host Jonathan Capehart and a review of 'Jurassic World: Rebirth' 30:04

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On the July 5 WBGO Journal, WBGO's Brian Delp chats with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and TV host Jonathan Capehart and Harlan Jacobson reviews of "Jurassic World: Rebirth"By WBGO Studios

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Iowa politician and Sioux City Explorers reliever J.D. Scholten is enjoying his dual role 35:10

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Iowa politician and Sioux City Explorers reliever J.D. Scholten joins SportsJam with Doug Doyle to talk about his amazing baseball careerBy Doug Doyle

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Sing like nobody's streaming: Aron!'s Vintage Pop 1:04:13

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Aron! is the latest guest on The Third Story with host Leo SidranBy Leo Sidran

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A tribute to Argentine composer Lalo Schifrin and a chat with Blues Hall of Famer John Primer 30:37

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On the June 28 WBGO Journal, we pay tribute to the great composer Lalo Schifrin and gets a blues lesson from Hall of Famer John PrimerBy WBGO Studios

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Philadelphia Union investor and YSC Academy founder Richie Graham is helping to create winning soccer in the U.S. 35:52

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On this episode of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, Philadelphia Union investor and YSC Academy founder Richie Graham talks about the state of soccer in the U.S.By Doug Doyle

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Mark Morganelli's nonprofit Jazz Forum Arts celebrates its 40th anniversary 30:41

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On the June 21 WBGO Journal, trumpeter, composer, producer and educator Mark Morganelli talks about the 40th anniversary of his nonprofit Jazz Forum ArtsBy WBGO Studios

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Natalia Lafourcade and the Theater of the Song 34:54

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On this edition of The Third Story, host Leo Sidran chats with Natalia LafourcadeBy Leo Sidran