Jessie Dick

1 month ago | wxpr.org | Jessie Dick

Since our inception in 1983, WXPR has remained dedicated to engaging our community, telling the stories of our region, and enriching lives through music and information. In an era of rapid change, the need for community connection, fact-based journalism, and cultural enrichment is greater than ever. These values are not only the foundation of WXPR but of public broadcasting as a whole.

2 months ago | wxpr.org | Jessie Dick

Unlocking the Gates: How the North led Housing Discrimination in AmericaAiring Wednesday, February 5th at 9AM:In 1948, a young couple set out to do what was considered a rite of passage for many middle-class Americans at the time – they bought land in a leafy suburb, built their dream home and left the city. James and Frances Hughes had no idea that their move to this part of Minnesota would motivate segregationists to ramp up housing restrictions.

Dec 10, 2024 | wxpr.org | Jessie Dick

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Nov 20, 2024 | wxpr.org | Jessie Dick

9AM Turkey ConfidentialTurkey Confidential is The Splendid Table’s annual Thanksgiving show. Francis Lam takes calls and comes to the rescue of Thanksgiving cooks, kitchen helpers, and dinner guests during the biggest cooking day of the year.

Nov 15, 2023 | wxpr.org | Jessie Dick

Jeff Eaton (Reverend Jeff), host of WXPR’s Crossroads Café and Blues Friday, died suddenly at his home in Rhinelander on Thursday, November 9th. Jeff, a self-professed music junkie and semi-retired entertainment journalist, said the role of WXPR music host was “a dream avocation”. Jeff’s broad taste in music could be heard on his programs. From folk, country and blues to soul, funk and jazz to alt.