Bright Moments Podcast
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Bright Moments Podcast is a storytelling project exploring the experiences and impact of people who have changed WBGO, Newark Public Radio, and the world of jazz.
In Season 1, we highlight NEA Jazz Master Dorthaan Kirk and her role in the beginnings of WBGO, Newark Public Radio. Learn about her commitment to jazz musicians as a curator and community organizer.
Though WBGO now stands as a global jazz powerhouse, its origins were far humbler, and it was Dorthaan Kirk's indispensable role in those formative years that laid the groundwork for the station's enduring success, spanning several decades.
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Experience the iconic story of Lou Rawls and Marlena Shaw performing at the 1992 NYE party, with insights from Gary Walker on how these legends united in support of WBGO 88.3 FM Newark Public Radio. -
Join NEA Jazz Master Dorthaan Kirk, as we explore The Record Fair's history. Discover its impact on vinyl collectors, jazz lovers, and upcoming artists, including performances by legends like Roy Hargrove. -
Join Dorthaan Kirk on the Bright Moments podcast as she shares memories from 1987, exploring the humble beginnings of Jazz at Lincoln Center and its impact on New York City's jazz scene. -
In the first episode of the 'Bright Moments' podcast, Dorthaan Kirk, a renowned figure in jazz circles, takes us on a journey to a significant moment captured in a photograph at the home of Amiri and Amina Baraka.
