In the final episode of Mic Check: An Oral History of KZFR, longtime programmers Evan Carlos, Tim Kemper, and Tom Leonardo share their memories of KZFR’s early days, from building the station out of a warehouse to shaping its unique sound and community spirit. They reflect on the friendships, challenges, and creativity that have defined decades of people-powered radio in Northern California. Support the show
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In the final episode of Mic Check: An Oral History of KZFR, longtime programmers Evan Carlos, Tim Kemper, and Tom Leonardo share their memories of KZFR’s early days, from building the station out of a warehouse to shaping its unique sound and community spirit. They reflect on the friendships, challenges, and creativity that have defined decades of people-powered radio in Northern California. Support the show
Episode 3: Phil Elkins, Preston Powers, Steve O'Bryan, and Steve Scarborough
Mic Check: An Oral History Of KZFR
29 minutes
4 months ago
Episode 3: Phil Elkins, Preston Powers, Steve O'Bryan, and Steve Scarborough
In this episode of Mic Check, four longtime programmers reflect on the early days of KZFR. Preston Powers (Blues Bayou) recalls reel-to-reel recording and vinyl-only shows. Steve Scarborough (It’s Just Jazz) shares how he went from listener to programmer. Phil Elkins (LA Sounds) talks about starting with a homemade demo tape. And Steve O’Bryan (Celt Radio) reflects on the grassroots effort to launch the station and build lasting community radio. Support the show
Mic Check: An Oral History Of KZFR
In the final episode of Mic Check: An Oral History of KZFR, longtime programmers Evan Carlos, Tim Kemper, and Tom Leonardo share their memories of KZFR’s early days, from building the station out of a warehouse to shaping its unique sound and community spirit. They reflect on the friendships, challenges, and creativity that have defined decades of people-powered radio in Northern California. Support the show
