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SOTD 8/19/24 Roll With the Thunder by Lonesome Joy

The WMNF Song of the the Day is Roll With the Thunder by Lonesome Joy Lonesome Joy is Americana with a backbeat. Modern-day roots-rock with classic songwriting. Music for today's world, inspired by timeless artists...

SOTD 8/16/24: Pasta Priest by Soft Cuff

The WMNF Song of the Day is Pasta Priest by Soft Cuff. They are an Instrumental cinematic psych groove from Florida's Gulf Coast. Soft Cuff shared this about the song: “Written and recorded by Mikey Bostinto...

“Being Your Brother’s Keeper” on Morning Energy

“Am I my brother’s keeper?“ is a well known response given in the biblical story involving brothers Cain and Abel. Although in this story, the  phrase that was spoken was a reflection of Cain’s lack of...

Black Women’s Empowerment

Drawn from research conducted over the course of a decade, education scholar Rachelle Winkle Wagner elevates in The Chosen We : Black Women’s Empowerment In Higher Education the experiences and oral histories of 105 accomplished,...

8/14/24 SOTD: NTOB by Shelby Sol

The WMNF Song of the Day is NTOB by Shelby Sol Shelby Sol is a music artist from Tampa, captivating audiences with her unique blend of R&B, pop, and soul. Whether by herself or backed...

8/13/24 SOTD: Paging Dr. Beef by Sauce Pocket

Sauce Pocket is an up-and-coming band from Jacksonville, known for blending various genres like funk, jazz, and jam into their unique sound. Their music often features groovy basslines, vibrant sax solos creating an infectious, feel-good...

Two Disturbing Books. An Impressive Movie. Plaintive New Music.

“The Most Consequential Election, Ever!” The headlines are trumpeting as we hurtle closer to November 5th. However, almost four years ago, the prospect of a second Trump term was equally alarming. In this edition, we...

“HOPE FOR THE BEST; PLAN FOR THE WORST” on Morning Energy

“Hope for the best, prepare for the worst” is a popular slogan which acknowledges that things may not always go as planned, yet we should do our best to remain optimistic. Sometimes hoping for the best, could mean...

The power of protest: How music amplifies economic and labor rights

For over a century, music has been a potent force in the fight for economic justice and labor rights. Protest songs, in particular, have played a crucial role in raising awareness, fostering solidarity, and inspiring...

A Conversation With Hence

Daryl Bamonte met Knuth at the Act in Synch inaugural event in Berlin, September 2023. Over lunch they quickly realized they had an affinity for electronic music, especially the vast catalogue of Depeche Mode. As...

“Sweet Redemption” on Morning Energy

“In the deepest pit of despair, redemption shines its brightest light”…unknown The United States Women’s Gymnastics Team made a vow to themselves that the 2024 Paris Olympics would be their “redemption” tour in light of...

“Passing The Torch” on Morning Energy

During his July 2024 Oval Office Address, President Joe Biden elaborated on his decision not to seek re-election by sharing with the nation that it was time to “pass the torch” to a new generation in...
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