Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, October 23, 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 Hannah Seiber who is focused on tutoring students in foster care as they are left out of the formal process  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/10/hannah-talks-about-her-drive-to-tutor.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 Album Hour" features "Parachutes" from Coldplay.  Parachutes, released July 10, 2000, is Coldplay's award winning debut record. The album reached double-platinum status and picked up a Best Alternative Music Album GRAMMY Award , establishing Coldplay as a major force in alternative rock.   The album also received a Brit Award for British Album of the Year in 2001. The combination of the Grammy win, BRIT Award win, and a Mercury Prize nomination represents the “triple crown” of British music industry recognition - covering American, British, and artistic/critical acclaim respectively.  This established Parachutes as not just a commercial success but also a critically respected debut that would launch one of the biggest bands of the 21st century. 
• The Vibe Playlist Hour delivers Coldplay music and amazing performances LIVE for Turntable listeners to experience real Coldplay."

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 Thursday, October 16, 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 Hannah Seiber who is focused on tutoring students in foster care as they are left out of the formal process  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/10/hannah-talks-about-her-drive-to-tutor.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)"  

• On the Turntable Show Album Hour, The Vibe and Pauly G will feature "Hypnotic Eye", the last studio album from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.  Hypnotic Eye, released in July 2014, was Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' (TP & the HB's) only record to debut at #1 on the Billboard 200.  The album includes the hits: "American Dream Plan B", "Red River", "U Get Me High", "Forgotten Man", and "Fault Lines".   
• The Vibe Playlist hour airs a collection of live TP & the HB's hits performed in concert.  Enjoy singing, cruising, and dancing to the music from this amazing 2002 Rock n Roll  Hall of Fame Inductee and band.

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 Thursday, October 9, 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 School Committee Chair Dave Callaghan in our new "Chalkboard Chat" episode   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/10/school-committee-chairperson-dave.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 this week features Prince and the Revolution's "Purple Rain" album released June 25, 1984.  Purple Rain has sold over 25 million copies and is widely considered one of the best rock albums released during the 1980's.   The album includes major hits:  "When Doves Cry"
, "Let's Go Crazy",  "Purple Rain", and "I Would Die 4 U"
.  

The Vibe Playlist hour delivers top Prince and the Revolution hits from Live recordings to experience the real passion and energy from this unique and talented artist.

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 Thursday, October 2, 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 Talking small business & tax rates with Jack Lack, United Regional Chamber of Commerce ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/09/jack-lank-talks-about-making.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 Album Hour features Dire Straits and their award winning 1985 "Brothers In Arms" record  
• The Vibe Playlist Hour airs Dire Straits and their extremely unique sound & musical quality evolving from the "“Pub Rock" days in the U.K. with amazing performances recorded live   

Brothers In Arms was the first album to be certified ten-times platinum in the UK and is certified nine-times platinum in the United States.   With 5 major hits including "Money for Nothing" it is one of the all-time best records ever with over 30 million copies sold worldwide. 

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 Thursday, September 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

Franklin and its local government, services and events 

• This segment features my conversation with Tina Powderly about Hunger Action Month ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/09/the-pantrys-tina-powderly-talks-about.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 Album Hour features the Rolling Stones "Tattoo You" released August 24, 1981.  In 1989, it was ranked No. 34 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 100 greatest albums of the 1980s. In 2003, the album was ranked number 211 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, then re-ranked number 213 in the 2012 revised list. Also, Peter Corriston, won a Grammy Award for the album artwork and design in the category of Best Album Package.  The hit singles include: "Start Me Up"
,  "Waiting on a Friend"
, and "Hang Fire"
.   

The Vibe's Stones Playlist Hour features an amazing rock n roll set of  both studio and live performances.   Turn it up and enjoy the magic of Mick, Keith and the Rolling Stones band.

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 Thursday, September 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

Franklin and its local government, services and events 

• This segment features my TOwn Council Quarterbacking session condensing the Sep 3 almost 4.5 hour meeting to about 30 mins. https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/09/tom-mercer-condenses-45-hour-90325.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 Album Hour features Carole King's "Tapestry", one of the best-selling Pop-Folk-Rock albums of all time.  

The Vibe Playlist Hour airs an engaging set of live Carole King performances including live Tapestry.  Listers will enjoy King's award winning song writing, hits and experience how she established the singer-songwriter template for many, many popular artists

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 Thursday, September 4, 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

Franklin and its local government, services and events 

• This segment features insights on the Library's special events for September 2025  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/09/get-insights-on-special-events-at.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 Album Hour features Led Zeppelin IV, released November 8, 1971.  It was the 4th studio album created and produced in a short 2 years (1969-1971) from Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, John Paul Jones, and Jason Bonham.  The Untitled IV includes legendary Led Zep hits like "Stairway to Heaven", "Rock and Roll", and "Black Dog".  

The Vibe Led Zep Playlist Hour continues to feature some super group hits from Kashmir, How The West Was Won, Led Zep I & II, In the Through The Outdoor and live recordings from Celebration Day.  Turn it up and enjoy one of the all-time best rock n roll bands.

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 Thursday, August 28, 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

Franklin and its local government, services and events 

• This segment features my Chalkboard Chair with School Committee Chair  Dave Callaghan  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/dave-condenses-school-committee-meeting.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 Album Hour features our local band Boston and their wildly successful debut vinyl record.  Released in 1976, the self-titled Boston album was the best-selling debut record of its time, and has sold over 17 million copies to date, the 9th best selling record, ever.   

The Vibe Boston Playlist hour continues with a fun mix of more Boston hits from all albums and some live gems!  Enjoy the unique sound of Boston!

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