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Snowpocalypse Cancels Radio Show Old Man Retreats

I didn’t learn until this afternoon about the latest snowpocalypse that’s barreling up the coast and expected to make life a living hell for everyone in its wake for the next 36 hours or more.

So I hope you don’t mind if I err on the side of caution and defer to those intrepid, younger souls who live within walking distance of Princeton University campus to do whatever they will, this Thursday morning on WPRB 103.3 FM. The outgoing and incoming program directors are working hard to inspire anyone with snowshoes and a dream to commit to a few hours in front of the microphone.

Me? I plan to burrow in deep with a book and get reacquainted with the insides of my eyelids. Hey, I’ve done my share of driving in snow. Back in the days when I was still considered an essential link in the Emergency Broadcast System, I did so even after the highways were officially closed. That was then. This is now.

Thank you, WPRB, for your understanding, and to whoever steps up and into my snow boots tomorrow morning from 6 to 11 EST, Classic Ross Amico salutes you.

January 4, 2018
Free Radio vs Soviet Russia Support WPRB

In America, you turn on radio. In Soviet Russia, radio turns on you!

As we listen to this fascinating music by artists who were used and abused under the Soviet system, consider how fortunate we are to be able to enjoy the kind of freedom represented by independent radio. WPRB 103.3 FM is in the final days of its “silent drive.” That means we don’t take up too much air time with repetitive pitches for your decadent capital. We just put the message out there a few times a shift and leave it to you to do what you feel is right.

If you enjoy the mix of unusual and neglected repertoire, and you find the personalized stamp on the programming a positive contribution to your day; and if you enjoy the passion and commitment of the hosts, who play all kinds of music – truly something to suit every immoral Western tendency – I hope you will find it in your heart and in your budget to support us.

WPRB is the radio station of Princeton University. However, we are independently owned and funded. That means we rely on the generosity of listeners just like you.

Don’t wait for Moose and Squirrel to do it for you. Please contribute today – and maybe pick up a t-shirt – at http://wprb.com/wprb-fundraising-drive-fall-2017/. WPRB’s silent drive ends tomorrow, November 17.

Then kick back and enjoy your petty bourgeois turpitude, until 11:00 EST, as we continue to mark the centenary of the Russian Revolution, on Classic Ross Amico.

November 16, 2017
Feather Our Nest Support Independent Radio!

Emily Dickinson wrote, “Hope is the thing with feathers.” That said, it’s always good to have cash.

As we enjoy this program of music inspired by birds this morning, on Classic Ross Amico, consider making a contribution to the radio station that makes it possible. Sure, I bring all my own music, and I’m the one that staggers out of bed at 4:00 in the morning to trot through the cold to bring you a world of entertainment (some of it unintentional, I’m sure). But I couldn’t do it without the medium of radio. And not every radio station would allow me to do what I do on WPRB. Very few would, as a matter of fact.

If you enjoy the mix of unusual and neglected repertoire, and you find the personalized stamp on the programming a positive contribution to your day; and if you enjoy the passion and commitment of my colleagues, who play all kinds of music (truthfully, you never know what you’re going to get here), please support us.

WPRB is in the middle of its “silent drive.” That means we don’t clutter up the air waves with too many on-air pitches. We just put it out there once in a while and leave it to you to follow your conscience. WPRB is the radio station of Princeton University. However, we are independently owned and funded. That means we rely on the generosity of folks just like you.

Many independent radio stations have gone south, and not just for the winter. So while you’re enjoying the bird music this morning until 11:00 EST, won’t you consider feathering our nest? Keep us fortified with your donation now at http://wprb.com/wprb-fundraising-drive-fall-2017/

On behalf of WPRB 103.3 FM and wprb.com, I thank you!

November 9, 2017
Support WPRB Independent Radio

While we’re all enjoying this morning’s salute to elusive autumn on Classic Ross Amico, I thought I would offer a gentle reminder that the music you hear on WPRB 103.3 FM is made possible thanks to listener contributions. True, we are the radio station of Princeton University, but we are independently owned and funded. It’s what’s called a paradox.

Now, we’re not going to hammer you with incessant pitches for your cash with a little music sandwiched in between. This is a “silent drive.” We’re just putting it out there and leaving it up to you to follow your conscience and accept responsibility. The sad fact of the matter is that many people listen, but very few give. I believe the percentage is something like one in ten.

I know that everyone is clamoring for you to give this time of year. But even if it’s only a few bucks, we’ll take it. In fact, when you follow the link, I think you’ll notice that the thank you gifts are tailored to encourage donations at all levels. You’ll find some updates about the station and get a glimpse of the swag by going here:

http://wprb.com/wprb-fundraising-drive-fall-2017/

Take the plunge into autumn until 11:00 this morning. Enjoy the music knowing that you are instrumental in keeping it going. Thank you in advance for your tax-deductible contribution to WPRB. When you get to the comments section, don’t forget to mention your fondness for the hard-working Classic Ross Amico!

November 2, 2017
Support Eclectic Radio WPRB 103.3 FM

In the sage words of Groucho Marx, the Lord Alps those who Alp themselves.

While that may very well be true, the programming you enjoy on WPRB 103.3 FM is made possible through the generosity of listeners in our community. A little-known fact about WPRB is that, although it is the radio station of Princeton University, it is independently owned and funded. That means we rely on those of you in the community who believe strongly enough in our mission, eclecticism and passion – and yes, our music and the manner in which we present it – to dig deep and drop something into our penny jar.

As we continue to enjoy this morning’s “mountain” music, please consider taking a moment to follow the link below to learn more. You’ll find some updates about the station and get a glimpse of the fall thank you gifts.

http://wprb.com/wprb-fundraising-drive-fall-2017/

WPRB’s “silent drive” runs through November 17. Thank you in advance for your tax-deductible donation.

P.S. If you donate now, you might even be able to get a swig from the barrel. Just do so quietly; we don’t want to trigger an avalanche (hence the silent drive).

October 19, 2017

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