Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, December 18, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events 

• This segment shares the Middle School Reading Update with Reading Specialist Erin O'Leary ->    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/12/erin-shares-middle-school-reading.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - first hour

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - second hour

Turntable – "Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"  

• "This week's Turntable Show album hour features the brilliant Trans-Siberian Orchestra's (TSO) "Christmas Eve and Other Stories" debut album released in 1996 and seen live across the world in concerts every year.  TSO's founders created this unique special holiday/Christmas story with lyrics, a passionate symphonic rock style of music, and brilliant performers.  
• The debut is the first in a trilogy and the Turntable Show Vibe Playlist hour will feature songs from TSO's 2nd and 3rd albums.  The Vibe and Paul G wish everyone a peaceful and safe holiday.  Enjoy the holiday tunes!"

Find the playlist ->  https://tinyurl.com/TurntablePlaylists

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio introduced a brand new schedule early in 2025 for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM   Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock 

Franklin and its local government, services and events  (repeats Saturday at 2 PM)  

• This segment shares my "Talk Franklin" episode with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/11/talk-franklin-starts-with-summer.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM  The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone  All about wine, its culture, lore and finer points.    (repeats Saturday at 1 PM)  

• This segment features Kim & Mark in Episode 304 - Holiday/Christmas Songs Paired With Wine  ->     https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/12/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode.html

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, December 12, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events 

• This segment shares my about Yoga Therapy with Brittany Capozzi ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/12/brittany-capozzi-talks-of-her-journey.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick & Nick Remissong. 2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews  Showcasing the "Blues" as a basis for and influence of Country, Jazz and Rock and Roll, here and worldwide.

11:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 9:00 PM - “The Vibe” show plays music for everyone searching for some enjoyment, some dance, a happy or thinking mood, and most importantly, having fun.  Tune in to wfpr.fm and listen to “DJ Vibe” spin music across many genres and join this new vibing experience

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, December 11, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events 

• This segment shares the Middle School Reading Update with Reading Specialist Erin O'Leary ->    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/12/erin-shares-middle-school-reading.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - first hour

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - second hour

Turntable – "Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"  

• "The Vibe and Pauly G co-hosts of the Turntable Show are featuring rock n roll music from "Rush" with a collection of hits from their 50th Rush Anniversary Package released March of 2025 and songs from the Clockworks Angel final studio album released on June 8, 2012.   
• The Vibe DJ Rush Playlist Hour spins major hits from the "Different Stages" live collection to enjoy the brilliance of Rush-driven rock n roll LIVE!"

Find the playlist ->  https://tinyurl.com/TurntablePlaylists

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Your Franklin MA News update as of Dec 7, 2025 in 5 minutes (audio)

FM #1603 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 16034 in the series. 

This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of December 7, 2025. 

• The outlook for the week ahead Dec 7 through Dec  13, 2025
• The look back at the week that was Nov 30 through Dec  6, 2025 

Audio link ->  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1603-fm-weekly-outlook-lookback-combo-12-07-25/

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The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly

https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/12/tax-rate-hearing-closes-out-fy-2026.html

Your Franklin MA News update as of Dec 7, 2025 in 5 minutes  (audio)

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.  

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio introduced a brand new schedule early in 2025 for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM   Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock 

Franklin and its local government, services and events  (repeats Saturday at 2 PM)  

• This segment shares my conversation with Scott Mason as we talk about Train Town #3 opening Dec 6 ->    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/11/scott-mason-talks-about-train-town-3.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM  The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone  All about wine, its culture, lore and finer points.    (repeats Saturday at 1 PM)  

• This segment features Kim & Mark in Episode 303 - Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Food And Wine Pairing"  ->     https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/11/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode_01275655796.html

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, November 27, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events 

• This segment shares my conversation with Scott Mason as we talk about Train Town #3 opening Dec 6 ->    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/11/scott-mason-talks-about-train-town-3.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - first hour

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - second hour

Turntable – "Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"  

• The Turntable Show hosts, Pauly G and the Vibe feature the "Pretenders" debut record on the Album Hour and an epic "Women of Rock" Vibe Playlist Hour.  The Pretenders debut vinyl released January 11, 1980 is the band's top selling album, certified platinum in many countries, with many hits including: “Brass in Pocket” (their biggest hit),  “Talk of the Town”, “Kid”, and  “Stop Your Sobbing”.   
• The Playlist Hour features many of the classic and new leading bands including:  Chrissie Hynde and the Pretenders, PLUS, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Amy Lee and Evanescence, Haley Williams and Paramore, Stevie Nicks, Nancy and Ann Wilson and Heart, Martha Davis and The Motels,  and Gwen Stefani and No Doubt.  Enjoy Chrissie Hynde and all Women of Rock Turntable Playlist!

Find the playlist ->  https://tinyurl.com/TurntablePlaylists

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio introduced a brand new schedule early in 2025 for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM   Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock 

Franklin and its local government, services and events  (repeats Saturday at 2 PM)  

• This segment shares my discussion with Michael Walker-Jones on the intersection of Franklin Matters meeting Toward a More Perfect Union ->  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/11/toward-more-perfect-union-with-franklin.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM  The Wonderful World of Wine – Mark Lenzi, Kim Simone  All about wine, its culture, lore and finer points.    (repeats Saturday at 1 PM)  

• This segment features Kim & Mark in Episode 303 - Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Food And Wine Pairing"  ->     https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/11/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode_01275655796.html

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, November 21, 2025

Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following:

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events 

• This segment shares the Ben4Franklin discussion with the Planning Board candidates. Yes, the election is over but this discussion is a good one  ->    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/11/planning-board-candidates-discussion.html 

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick & Nick Remissong. 2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews  Showcasing the "Blues" as a basis for and influence of Country, Jazz and Rock and Roll, here and worldwide.

11:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 9:00 PM - “The Vibe” show plays music for everyone searching for some enjoyment, some dance, a happy or thinking mood, and most importantly, having fun.  Tune in to wfpr.fm and listen to “DJ Vibe” spin music across many genres and join this new vibing experience

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf