WMPG’s Freaky Fridaze 5-7pm
A rotating cast of WMPG DJ’s broadcast live from venues around Portland and the surrounding areas. The live event and broadcast from 5:00-7pm. WMPG’s Freaky Fridaze rolls on with a brand-new lineup of live broadcasts from some of our favorite local spots. This happy hour series takes your favorite community DJs out of the studio and into the wild, spinning records and soaking up the vibes with listeners and music lovers February at the Southworth…
WMPG honors Black History Month
WMPG recognizes Black History Month with special programming throughout the month of February, highlighting the voices, music, history, and lived experiences of Black artists, activists, and storytellers. Tune in to hear programs that celebrate Black creativity and resilience across genres and generations, from music that shaped movements to conversations that deepen our understanding of the past and present.
WMPG Mardi Gras Cajun Cookin’ Contest returns! Tuesday 2/17/2026! from 11am- 2pm
WMPG’s Annual Cajun Cookin’ Challenge Returns for a Flavorful Fat Tuesday Feast Details for 2026 Fat Tuesday, February 17th from 11 am to 2 pm McGoldrick Student Success Center on the Portland Campus of the University of Southern Maine. Parking – parking at USM parking lot now requires payment. Read more >> Restaurants – want to take part – email us: stationmanager@wmpg.org The Cajun Cookin’ Challenge promises to be a feast for the senses, featuring a perfect blend…
Nancy Drew is coming to WMPG!
Tune in Monday, February 9th, at 1:30pm for one of the greatest teen sleuths of all time in a radio play mystery adventure! Will Nancy Drew uncover the mystery in time to restore a family inheritance and reunite lost relatives? What fantastic obstacles will she encounter? This radio play, recorded by USM Theatre students in the Bill Dufris Memorial Voiceover Studio, is full of intrigue, hijinks, and humor. Don’t miss it! Listen live on WMPG or…
Jazz at the Movies film series
WMPG’s Jazz At The Movies present movie night on Feb 21st Saturday, February 21st 7PM Portland Conservatory of Music, 28 Neal St., Portland Admission is FREE COMING UP NEXT: Feb 21st – Mystery Movie – we can’t publicly advertise this movie. Clue- it took 50 years for this outstanding movie to be released March 21st – Low Down ( Joe Albany – Jazz Pianist story – but not a documentary) April 18th – Sonny Rollins…
SLOBfest benefits WMPG
Our WMPG friend is putting together a special two-night benefit concert, S.L.O.B.fest (Support Local Original Bands)—a celebration of local music across all genres. Proceeds from the shows will benefit WMPG and help kick off our Spring Begathon fund. Come out, discover new sounds, and support community radio. Friday February 6th from 7pm and Saturday from 5pm. Skips Lounge, Buxton, ME Artists playing at SLOBfest include: Thousand Mile Fall Cradle II Grave Paradise is Cancelled Enigma…
Screenings and updates for An Extraordinary Place
An Extraordinary Place – See It Soon! Tom Bell’s award-nominated documentary An Extraordinary Place continues to hit screens near and far this season, and we’d love for you to join us. In a world of algorithm-driven playlists, music is everywhere, yet can feel disconnected. An Extraordinary Place reminds us what happens when people share music not for clicks, but for love, connection, and community. The film celebrates the beating heart of WMPG – the volunteers, DJs, and music…
WMPG Releases Local Music Compilation to Benefit USM’s Oakhurst Food Pantry
We have released a wide-ranging compilation of local music to raise emergency funding and help secure food for the USM’s Oakhurst Campus Food Pantry . The release, Local Motives #1 , includes tracks from no fewer than 27 local musicians, including Grammy winner Dave Gutter and indie rock favorites Weakened Friends, as well as a roster of local heavyweights such as Little Oso, One Hundred Thorns, Snake Lips, Brit Martin, Juniper Ginger, Ella Hue, TheWorst, Whitney Walker, Red Eft, Space Fog, Plague Dad,…
WMPG is seeking a Contract Radio Audio Engineer
WMPG is seeking to “contract ” a Radio Audio Engineer for 10 hours a week. The qualified person will have a couple years experience repairing broadcast equipment and comfortable with computer networks. We need someone to make our radio signal sound great! If interested email stationmanager@wmpg.org or phone (207) 780-4424 for more details. Will stay posted until filled. This is a “contract” position and not a USM position. This person will be responsible for…
A Journey to WMPG
A Journey to WMPG – Jeff Kerschner We didn’t listen to much music growing up. My father was opposed to music in the house. My Mom would play a handful of records during his work day. Johnny Cash, John Denver, and Harry Belafonte played over and over. A high school friend introduced me to the Beatles – whoa… At age 17, I joined the Clyde Beatty Cole Bros Circus. I was on the concessions crew….
