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WEEKDAY PROGRAMMING
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WCFA MUSIC MIX - 12AM-9AM
PAUSING FOR POETRY- 9AM-9:30AM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 9:30AM-11AM
THE STANDARD WITH KEN YOUNG - 10AM-11AM
OFF THE WALL - 11AM-NOON
WCFA MUSIC MIX - NOON-5PM
IN THE MOOD - 2PM - 3 PM
DUKE’S PLACE - 5PM-6PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 6PM-7PM
LIVING & LEARNING - 7PM-8PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 8PM-MIDNIGHT
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WCFA MUSIC MIX - 12AM-11
VOICES OF HISTORY - 11-NOON
MAKE BELIEVE BALLROOM - NOON-2PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 2PM-5PM
VINYL VIBES - 5PM-7PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 7PM-8 PM
ARCHIVES -8PM-9PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 9PM-11PM
PLAYTIME WITH LILY - 11PM-MIDNIGHT
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WCFA MUSIC MIX - MIDNIGHT-8AM
CLASSICAL MUSIC INTERLUDE - 8AM-9AM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 9 AM - 10 AM
WORDS & MUSIC - 10AM-12PM
THE STANDARD WITH KEN YOUNG - NOON-1PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 2PM-5PM
DUKE’S PLACE - 5PM-6PM
GOLDEN OLDIES REVIEW - 6PM-8PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 8PM-MIDNIGHT
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WCFA MUSIC MIX - 12AM-11AM
LIVING AND LEARNING - 11AM-NOON
WCFA MUSIC MIX - NOON-2PM
THE RIPPLE EFFECT - 2-3PM
IT’S ALL GOOD WITH ANNIE WALSH - 3PM - 5PM
GIRL POWER WITH ELLEN SHAW - 5PM - 7PM
THE RAMBLE RADIO HOUR - 7PM - 8PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 8PM - 12 AM
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WCFA MUSIC MIX - MIDNIGHT-9:30AM
SHORE PROGRESSIVE - 9:30AM-11:30 AM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 11:30AM-NOON
THE OTHER SIDE - NOON-2 PM
OFF THE WALL - 3PM-4PM
TEENS OF THE HOUR - 4 PM - 5 PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 5PM-6PM
TRANSITIONS - 6PM-7PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 7PM-MIDNIGHT
WEEKEND PROGRAMMING
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WCFA MUSIC MIX - MIDNIGHT-11PM
GOLDEN OLDIES REVIEW - 11AM-1PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 1PM-3PM
DUKE’S PLACE - 3PM-4PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 4PM-5PM
NEW in 2026! — THE RAMBLE RADIO HOUR - 5PM-6PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 6PM-7PM
THE STANDARD WITH KEN YOUNG - 7PM-8PM
JOE FRANK THE VOICE IN YOUR HEAD - 8PM-9PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 9PM-MIDNIGHT
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WCFA MUSIC MIX - 12AM-7 AM
EARLY BIRDS - 7AM-8AM
CLASSICAL MUSIC INTERLUDE - 8AM-9AM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 8AM-11 AM
LAUGHING WITH LIZARDS - 11AM-12PM
PLAYTIME WITH LILY - 12PM-1PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 1PM-2PM
TRANSITIONS - 2 PM - 3 PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 3PM-4PM
THE LIVING ROOM SESSIONS ARCHIVES - 4PM - 5PM
IT’S ALL GOOD WITH ANNIE WALSH - 5PM - 7PM
GIRL POWER WITH ELLEN SHAW - 7PM - 9PM
WCFA MUSIC MIX - 9PM - 10PM
JOE FRANK THE VOICE IN YOUR HEAD - 10PM-11PM
CLASSICAL MUSIC INTERLUDE 11PM-MIDNIGHT
Cape may radio programming
Produced 100% by VOLUNTEERS
Voices of History
TUESDAYS 11 AM - NOON
Produced by the Center for Community Arts History Committee, each episode will share the rich oral histories of our community—preserving voices, stories, and lived experiences that shape our region’s cultural legacy.
The Ripple Effect
THURSDAY 2-3 PM
Join Steve and Dennis for The Ripple Effect — a weekly journey through the ever-expanding universe of the Grateful Dead and the music they inspired. From classic live jams and deep cuts to other bands carrying the torch of improvisational rock, The Ripple Effect connects the past and present through free-flowing sets, concert memories, and stories from the community.
Shore Progressive
AIR TIMES: FRIDAYS 9:30AM - 11:30AM (live in studio)
Shore Progressive follows the A.O.R (Album Oriented Rock) format of the original great rock and roll radio stations. Frank Lario hand picks two hours of listening, covering the wide spectrum that is rock and roll—from new, to what might be new to you--Shore Progressive: free form and fun again.
Classical Music Interlude
SUNDAY and WED. 8-9AM
SUNDAY 11PM-12AM
Tune in for a nice classical music break, curated by a mystery DJ. No talk, just music to stimulate your brain — in a good way.
Off the Wall (2.0)
TUES 11-12PM & FRIDAY 3-4PM
Rick & Sandy return with Off the Wall, a one-hour exploration of music guided by instinct, taste, and a shared love of discovery. Rooted in the local community, their selections reflect the spirit of free-form radio—thoughtful, unexpected, and engaging. WCFA is proud to welcome back Rick & Sandy (2.0).
Pausing For Poetry
Living & Learning
Every Monday morning at 9 AM, listeners are treated to a poetry reading. Cape May’s Poet Laureate, Sylvia Baer, spreading poetry appreciation on-air.
Every Monday at 7 PM listeners will be treated to a reading of short stories and anecdotes reflecting life and lessons learned to inspire and engage listeners.
The Ramble Radio Hour
THURSDAY 7-8 PM & SATURDAY 5-6 PM
Howard Street Ramble musician Tom Naglee hosts the Ramble Radio Hour. Tune in to hear recorded Ramble excerpts from his personal archives.
The Standard
SATURDAY 7PM
MONDAY 10-11AM
WEDNESDAY Noon-1PM
Ken Young hosts The Standard - celebrating timeless music from legendary voices and enduring songs. From the Great American Songbook to classic pop and jazz favorites, this is music made to last—presented with warmth, insight, and respect for the artistry.
Vinyl Vibes
TUES 5PM
Jerry Ruane hosts Vinyl Vibes, playing records from his collection. The show features Classic Rock songs—hits, misses, and deep cuts—from various genres. Episodes can be themed or freeform and usually air live from the WCFA studio.
It’s All Good and
Early Birds
Annie Walsh, Station Manager
It’s All Good Archives SUN 5-7PM & THURS 3-5 PM
Early Birds - SUNDAY 7AM-8AM
Tune in for Annie Walsh -
Early Birds allows the early risers to ease into their day.
It’s All Good is a No News Zone—a thoughtful blend of tunes that follow a weekly theme, and are accompanied by information and the occasional guest.
Words & Music
WED 10AM
Tune in to Barbara Groark for Words & Music — spoken word readings in two hours, with music interludes from our WCFA music collection and theme-of-the-day selections. Occasional guest interviews.
Transitions
SUN 2-3 PM
FRI 6-7 PM
Drew Richardson delves into the music with the familiar and unfamiliar with information to draw you into the music. Tune in to Encore! with Drew Richardson.
Playtime with Lily
SUNDAY NOON
TUESDAY 11PM
One hour for me to play and you to enjoy. Different each week—join the fun with Playtime. - Lily
The Other Side
FRIDAY 1PM - 3PM
“The Other Side” shares the same goal and content as Mark Allen’s Star and Wave column with the same name. The show covers news, issues, and people from Cape May’s harbor side. Topics include commercial and recreational fishing, water sports like whale watching and kayaking, Coast Guard matters, harbor restaurants and businesses, and environmental concerns.
The Living Room Sessions Archives
SUN 4-5 PM
TUES 8-9 PM
To celebrate 2026 as the 20th anniversary of WCFA, Living Room Sessions Archives are back on the air. Take a nostalgic look back at interviews and performances by many regional musicians appearing on this show throughout the years with hosts Liz Shay and Roy Baker.
Girl Power
SUN 7-9 pm & THURS 5-7 pm
Join host, Ellen Shaw with her curated blend of music by women. She includes some unexpected surprises and some delectably danceable music selections.
In the Mood
MONDAYS 2-3 PM
You can never tell what kind of mood Bruce will be in, but he plays whatever he’s “In the Mood” for on this new show. Listen for everything from the blues, to bluegrass, jazz and more, with Bruce Tell.
Laughing With Lizards
SUNDAYS 11AM
Join us for an hour of Jewish music hosted by Aaron Bendich. Enjoy a unique blend of timeless sentimental classics and rare musical gems. The show frequently features notable klezmer musicians, music historians, and passionate fans of Jewish music. This program is open to everyone! You don’t have to be Jewish or familiar with the culture to listen, making it an excellent entry point for anyone interested in expanding their cultural knowledge.
Joe Frank (d)
JOE FRANK - THE VOICE IN YOUR HEAD (230-hour body of work re air)
SATURDAY 8PM
SUNDAY 10PM
Joe Frank was a longtime radio broadcaster who started in the 1970s on NYC's WBAI, later worked with NPR, and finished at KCRW in Los Angeles before he passed away in 2018. He created a unique style of radio storytelling, mixing monologue and dialogue into shows that were surreal, funny, intense, and captivating. His work left a lasting impression, with many fans remembering their first show. Notable fans include David Sedaris, Ira Glass (who got his start working with Joe), and Harry Shearer.
With permission from the Joe Frank estate.
Make Believe Ballroom and
Golden Oldies Review
Make Believe Ballroom:
TUESDAY 12 - 2 PM
Golden Oldies Review
WED 6-8 PM SAT 11-1 PM
Host, Eddie Castagnetta sure has a way of taking us way back. From standards to doo wop - get ready to make your feet wave when Eddie causes a heatwave.
Duke’s Place
MONDAY 5PM
WEDNESDAY 5PM
SATURDAY 3PM
Duke The DJ chooses a theme and guides you through music with stories behind the songs. After listening, you'll never hear those artists the same way. He plays all kinds of music. Join Duke The DJ on his mission to bring you the Sound of Surprise!
Teens of the Hour
SELECT FRIDAYS 4 PM - 5 PM
Join WCFA 101.5 FM on select Fridays for Teens of the Hour, a dynamic forum where Cape May teens discuss pressing issues related to school and modern technology. This show is a creative youth program partnership with Cape May Cares. Tune in for insightful conversations, special guests, and fresh perspectives from the voices shaping tomorrow.
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