Coming soon!Starting July 1st, "Here & Now" comes to WHQRwww.whqr.orgWhen Talk of the Nation was created more than 20 years ago, during the first Gulf War, call-in talk programming was still new to public radio. The program

Commentator Shane Fernando fell in love with the work of Alonzo Wilson long before the costume designer wowed audiences of HBO’s hit series Tremé—but that doesn’t mean he’s beyond shock and awe. In fact, if you listen to today’s commentary closely, you can almost hear his jaw drop.The Genius of Alonzo Wilsonwhqr.orgListen to Shane's new commentary!

As you prepare for this month's performance by Nathan Storey, check out some video of Lightnin' James at WHQR!Watch this Clip of Lightnin' James at STNL!www.whqr.orgHe's cool, calm, and collected, a hardcore Bluesman, and a prolific performer who believes in his art.

Some GOP leaders in the General Assembly have publicly equated incentives to corporate blackmail while others champion the need for them if North Carolina expects to stay competitive. But what about tax credits for alternative energy companies? Can those benefit the state and the local economy?State incentives for alternative energy companies might do more for China than NCwhqr.orgRead and hear the full story

Commentator Philip Gerard is renowned for his literary prowess, genial nature, and smashing good looks. Less known, perhaps, is his penchant for sticking to his guns, even when he's arguably (and obviously) off the mark. In this commentary, he shares his trouble with IQ tests and farm animals.When Size Matterswww.whqr.orgHear Philip Gerard's new commentary!

Check out Part Two of our series on Wave Transit. This week, we investigate funding for Wave. Where does the money come from?The cost of Wave Transit: What fuels your ride?www.whqr.orgIf you build it, they will come. But before that happens, someone has to pay to put it together. The City of Wilmington and New Hanover County combined

We'll be hosting a bonus Prologue event this coming Monday, with an appearance from Ann B. Ross, acclaimed author of the "Miss Julia" series of novels.Prologue: Ann B. Ross, Author of the "Miss Julia" Book Serieswww.whqr.orgJoin Ben Steelman of StarNews and guest Ann B. Ross for light refreshments and a discussion of the authors' "Miss Julia" series of novels.

The recent poaching of a number of wild Venus fly traps from the Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden has Commentator Andy Wood thinking about what has actually been stolen.Where the Wild Things Werewww.whqr.orgListen to Andy Wood's commentary

Sara Wood's story on Public Transportation in the Cape Fear Region aired last week and a fuller version of that story is currently posted to WHQR.org! Stay tuned for the second part of the series coming soon.Wave Transit and the passenger: A modern chicken & egg storywhqr.orgIt’s late Tuesday morning. I’m standing in front of Carolina Farmin’ on Market Street, waiting for the 108 bus. I’ve never taken the bus because I drive

Just spotted WHQR volunteer Murphy Turner (left) in the StarNews for Shakespeare on the green!

Thank you all for some great Feedback this week!Friday Feedback for June 6, 2013whqr.orgListener Steve of Richmond, Virginia wrote about last week's Soup to Nuts concert: Lightnin James was great, though I have to agree with George [Scheibner]

Tropical Storm Andrea is expected to make her way through the Coastal Carolinas today. And while emergency officials aren’t sounding any alarms, they are telling people to monitor the situation.Tropical Storm Andrea "suprising opening to hurricane season," opportunity to practice preparednesswww.whqr.orgRead and hear more

Ongoing coverage of Tropical Storm Andrea on WHQR.org:Tropical Storm Andrea could dump heavy rain on Cape Fear regionwhqr.orgA tropical storm warning and a flood watch are in effect for our area – as the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season prepares to make landfall

WHQR News Reporter Sara Wood has begun her 3-part series covering the state of public transportation in the Cape Fear region. What are your experiences? Do you take the bus? Be sure to comment below and share your thoughts with us.Wave Transit and the passenger: A modern chicken & egg storywww.whqr.orgIt’s late Tuesday morning. I’m standing in front of Carolina Farmin’ on Market Street, waiting for the 108 bus. I’ve never taken the bus because I drive

Today, we're serving up Thursday's commentary a day early, but at it's own pace. Listen to "Natural Loafer" and you might find a few reasons to take your pace down a few ticks as well.Natural Loaferwww.whqr.orgCommentator Whitney Ross Gray had to leave her home to record this commentary, which is a sign of true dedication for a woman who would rather not leave

Les Miserables is coming to Wilmington! Jemila spoke with director Suellen Yates and star Jon Berry (who plays Jean Valjean).Midday Interview: Wilmington premiere of "Les Miserables"whqr.orgOpera House Theatre Company presents the Wilmington premiere of Les Miserables on the mainstage of Thalian Hall. It runs Wednesday through Saturday at 8pm

Rachel Lewis Hilburn sat down with Craig Galbraith, an economist and professor at UNCW’s Cameron School of Business.Do incentives spur economic growth?www.whqr.orgBusiness incentives can come in several forms – tax breaks, direct grants, the building of infrastructure – such as roadways or utilities.

Billy Collins will be filling in as guest host of The Writer's Almanac this June through August, while Garrison takes a brief break for a busy summer with A Prairie Home Companion.Billy Collins, Guest Hostwritersalmanac.publicradio.orgThe Writer's Almanac

Tickets are going to go pretty fast for this special edition of Soup to Nuts Live! Reserve your seats while you can!

"Listeners for 8 years, but members only recently, Penny and I have witnessed major changes and fine-tuned adjustments to WHQR. The station gets better all the time." Thank you Roy!Friday Feedback for May 31, 2013www.whqr.org

Thank you to everyone that came out to see Lightnin' James last night! We have ANOTHER special surprise for y'all this month...June 6: Live performance by Michael Johnathon of WoodSongswhqr.orgJoin WHQR in welcoming National Host and renowned musician, Michael Johnathon. He will be playing a very special Soup to Nuts Live! performance in the MC

Happy Science Friday! We have four extended interviews with Ira Flatow featured on thehomepage today!

RLH: Has anyone ever said to you that Alan Alda is the vocal doppelganger for you?Ira Flatow: Dirty little secrets and his vocal doppelgangerwhqr.orgListen to Rachel's conversation with Ira Flatow

Today, commentator Gwenyfar Rohler gets what she wanted in literary proportions when her family moves into a home with a few, thorny secrets.Secret Gardenwhqr.orgBe careful what you wish for. You just might get it. We've probably all heard this line more often than we've felt its sting.

More Ira Flatow interviews have been posted on WHQR.org!Interviews with Ira Flatowwhqr.orgDuring Ira's visit to Wilmington, Rachel Lewis Hilburn sat down with the NPR star to talk about a variety of science topics. More interview excerpts

And he looked at me and said 'a new weather satellite?' He said, 'Why should I give you money for new weather satellites? I can get all the information I need from the Weather Channel.'Climate change milestone coincides with shifting paradigm, says Ira Flatowwww.whqr.orgGlobal warming is not always accepted as a foregone scientific conclusion. It still sparks political debate in some circles.

Lan Nichols posted a cool video of Friday's gallery night for Contrast featuring E. Francisca Dekker and Ben Billingsley!Video: Contrast in WHQR's MC Erny Gallerywww.whqr.orgTwo different artists, two different cultures, two different styles - a perfect contrast! This much-anticipated exhibit features E. Francisca Dekker and