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Charlie Musselwhite has returned to his home state and made a very intimate new album. Hear tracks from “Mississippi Son” plus a rare James Brown appearance on the Letterman show. As usual, Mick Martin’s Blues Party will be rounded out with lots of

Tune in at hear a 1974 recording of Donizetti's La Favorita staring Luciano Pavarotti and Fiorenza Cossotto.

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This week’s new blues includes releases from Kenny Neal and Sacramento’s own Katie Knipp (nip) plus a taste of the brand new album by blues legend Charlie Musselwhite. Hear more from the just released collaboration between Taj Mahal and Ry Cooder an

Tune in at 8pm to hear a 1976 recording of Charpentier's Louise staring Ileana Cotrubas and Placido Domingo.

Mick Martin’s Blues party is loaded with favorites this Saturday including Blues legends Buddy Guy, B.B. King, Howlin’ Wolf, and Muddy Waters. Plus, an amazing harmonica jam featuring James Cotten, Carey Bell, and Billy Branch led by Jr. Wells.

Tune in at 8pm to hear Claude Debussy's only opera, Pelleas and Melisande staring Richard Stillwell and Frederica von Stade and recorded in 1979.

Taj Mahal and Ry Cooder recently recorded an album together for the first time in over 50 years. It’s a tribute to Blues greats Sonny Terry & Brownie McGee. Tune in this week for a taste of “Get On Board,” as well as new tracks by the Wildroots, Mi

Tune in at 8pm to here the always popular All Opera Potpourri. The best of the best of the opera world. Your favorites, my favorites and a few surprises as well. A great show for the biggest opera fan or even opera newbies.

Buddy Guy and Albert King make appearances on this week’s show, and Mick plays more from the Edgar Winter tribute to his brother Johnny. Plus, new songs are featured from Duke Robillard, The Nighthawks and Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters.

Tune in at 8pm to hear one of the greatest studio recordings of Puccini's Tosca of all time staring Maria Callas, Giuseppe Di Stefano and Titto Gobbi from 1953.

Mick will feature tracks from the new album “Brother Johnny:” Edgar Winter’s tribute to his sibling. It’s overflowing with guest stars. Then, there’s more from the new releases by Hollis Brown, Jose Ramirez, and Mighty Mike Schermer. Plus, some re

The Spring album releases keep coming with new efforts by one of Mick’s favorites, Larry McCray, plus Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters, Mighty Mike Shermer, Mississippi Heat, and another taste of Mike Zito. And, check out the updated interpretatio

Tune in at 8pm to hear Mozart's last opera The Magic Flute. This 1964 recording stars Nicolai Gedda, Lucia Popp and Gundula Janowitz and was conducted by Otto Klemperer.

Keep up on the latest Blues releases this weekend as Mick features tracks from new albums by Duke Robillard and friends, Doug MacLeod, Larry McCray, Jose Ramirez and Big Time Sarah. Plus, don’t miss a historic Grammy performance featuring B King,

Tune in at 8pm to hear a live 1969 performance of Ludwig van Beethoven's only opera, Fidelio staring Christa Ludwig and James King.

Mick has new music to share from Mike Zito, Keb’ Mo’ and Albert Castiglia, plus a couple terrific sets from the classic performers. Add a little British Blues and some surprises, and you’ve got an excellent Saturday afternoon.

Tune in at 8pm to hear a live MET 1955 performance of Verdi's Un Ballo in Maschera with an all star cast including contralto Marian Anderson.

This week it’s time to renew your support for Mick Martin’s Blues Party during our Spring Fund Drive. Mick will make it worthwhile with new music from Mike Zito and Keb’ Mo’, plus a set of classics from Muddy Waters, Howling Wolf and Sonny Boy Willi

Tune in at 8pm to hear host Sean Bianco's favorite opera, Ponchielli's La Gioconda. This all-star cast from 1958 stars Anita Cerquetti and Mario Del Monaco.

We are all impacted by racism and bias, but we can train ourselves to see each other differently. Author Terri Givens uses examples from her family history and her own life as examples of how to develop a new perspective on race without losing sight of the past. The path Givens lays out for us begins with a willingness to be vulnerable. It ends wit…

Scientists say we have 10 years to stop, if not reverse, the physical destruction of the earth. Their concerns apply to climate change and to the entire web of our environment. Though the condition of our planet is grave, many people continue to live in complacency. Abigail Dillen is a lawyer and President of Earthjustice, an organization dedicated…

An author works to make a name for himself, and if he’s successful, that name can land on covers in bookstores around the world. So to achieve success as a writer and then change to a different name is a big risk. It seems to be working out just fine for Andrew Child, the author previously known as Andrew Grant. He recently adopted a new pen name t…

More than 50 million people in the United States are caregivers for loved ones. Most are women, and many are women of color. They are often unpaid or underpaid. Caregiving didn’t enter Kate Washingon’s mind in her early forties. She and her husband Brad were focused on their careers – hers as a writer, his as a college professor – and raising their…

Hank Shaw has a lifelong love for fish. He gets excited about the catch. “The tug is the drug,” as he says. Every kind of fish has a different “feel” at the other end of the line, and every angler has a way of working the water. But unlike some anglers, Shaw has taken the time to learn the cultures that surround fish. He explores the unique styles …

From its initial poetry gathering in the Sierra to its annual series of writers’ workshops, the Community of Writers celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2021. Instructors and attendees are inspired by the magic of the Olympic Valley. They share insights about their craft. They listen to each others’ stories. They exchange wisdom about the publishing…

NOTE: This interview contains discussions about sexual assault. The annual arrival of houseguests was a horrifying event for Grace Talusan, who, as a child, was regularly assaulted by one of the visitors. Her memoir “The Body Papers” takes readers into the dark times of her youth, only some of which she can remember, as well as loving times she sha…

PTSD. Shell shock. Society has terms to recognize wartime trauma in soldiers and the same terms apply to the long-term effects felt by civilians who are caught in battle. Author Lan Cao was one of those people. She was a child in Vietnam during the war, and she has vivid memories of what she witnessed during those years, including the Tet Offensive…

Malcolm X was an intriguing leader of the Black Power movement in the early 1960s, in part because of two sides of his persona – charismatic and angry. The origins of those traits are part of “The Dead Are Rising,” the biography of Malcolm X compiled by journalist Les Payne and his daughter Tamara Payne. Malcolm Little was born in Omaha, Nebraska i…

It starts with the unequal distribution of inheritance through the sale of a family farm. It ends with two sisters and a granddaughter finding peace in their passion for brewing beer. The women in this story are devoted to their craft, although not always to each other. Their journey will resonate with families of any background in any part of the …

In Iceland, December is a celebration of books. Jolabokaflod, which translates to “yule book flood,” is a tradition that dates back to war time and rationing, where people gave books as gifts during the holiday season because there was no shortage of paper. For this final episode of 2020, CapRadio Reads is taking a 75-year-old holiday tradition and…

Poverty is more than a lack of money. Journalist Mary O'Hara says it also includes the psychological strain of being shamed by society and government. “The Shame Game” explores the long history of poverty in the United States and the United Kingdom and unsuccessful solutions pursued. O'Hara's childhood and adolescence give context to the data. The …

The dangers of travel are not new to African-Americans. In slavery and in freedom, movement has posed threats. Automobile ownership provided some safety and reduced the exposure to racism, but with caveats. “Driving While Black” offers the history of mobility and the network of resources available to African-American travelers. It explains the famo…

A road trip is a rite of passage at any age. For Cale and Penny, recent high school graduates who grew up in the Nevada desert, the road has defined them and mapped their future. Their desire to explore has also led to a lot of trouble. Ruchika Tomar’s “A Prayer for Travelers” reminds us of the people we grew up with and the mistakes that can be ma…

Lakshmi is The Henna Artist, a 30-year-old woman who escapes an abusive, arranged marriage and builds a career working with the city’s elite circle. She doesn’t know she has a younger sister until the 13-year-old shows up on her doorstep … accompanied by Lakshmi’s estranged husband. This tale is rich in culture and tradition. Readers will appreciat…

Devi Laskar’s debut novel, “The Atlas of Reds and Blues,” is an account of systemic racism. The plot unfolds through a series of random memories and observations. They are the final thoughts of a woman of color who is shot in her driveway in suburban Atlanta. The story loosely reflects Laskar’s experience of a raid on her home.…

In the memoir "Shores Beyond Shores," children of war maintain a bit of innocence in spite of the horror they witness. Irene Butter recalls the warmth of family even during the worst part of the Holocaust. In her early childhood, Irene’s family voluntarily moved to Amsterdam to escape Nazi Germany. Later they were forced to move to prison camps at …

Julia Flynn Siler illuminates San Francisco history with a profile of the residents of a building near Nob Hill. We follow the managers and residents of Mission Home from 1848 through the 1960s. They survived an earthquake and fire, plague and pandemic, political and gang corruption, and racism. “The White Devil’s Daughters” combines history and bi…

Editor’s Note: As Californians continue to stay at home during the Coronavirus crisis, CapRadio Reads has had to postpone some of its live author interviews. Like the rest of the world, we're unsure when those events will return, but in the meantime, we know that books can provide an escape or comfort in trying times. Join Host Donna Apidone as she…

Editor’s Note: As Californians continue to stay at home during the Coronavirus crisis, CapRadio Reads has had to postpone some of its live author interviews. Like the rest of the world, we're unsure when those events will return, but in the meantime, we know that books can provide an escape or comfort in trying times. Join Host Donna Apidone as she…

Editor’s Note: As Californians continue to stay at home during the Coronavirus crisis, CapRadio Reads has had to postpone some of its live author interviews. Like the rest of the world, we're unsure when those events will return, but in the meantime, we know that books can provide an escape or comfort in trying times. Join Host Donna Apidone as she…

Editor’s Note: As Californians continue to stay at home during the Coronavirus crisis, CapRadio Reads has had to postpone some of its live author interviews. Like the rest of the world, we're unsure when those events will return, but in the meantime, we know that books can provide an escape or comfort in trying times. Join Host Donna Apidone as she…

Editor’s Note: As Californians continue to stay at home during the Coronavirus crisis, CapRadio Reads has had to postpone some of its live author interviews. Like the rest of the world, we're unsure when those events will return, but in the meantime, we know that books can provide an escape or comfort in trying times. Join Host Donna Apidone as she…

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Editor’s Note: As Californians continue to stay at home during the Coronavirus crisis, CapRadio Reads has had to postpone some of its live author interviews. Like the rest of the world, we're unsure when those events will return, but in the meantime, we know that books can provide an escape or comfort in trying times. Join Host Donna Apidone as she…

Editor’s Note: As Californians continue to stay at home during the Coronavirus crisis, CapRadio Reads has had to postpone some of its live author interviews. Like the rest of the world, we're unsure when those events will return, but in the meantime, we know that books can provide an escape or comfort in trying times. Join Host Donna Apidone as she…

Author RO Kwon finds joy in being completely absorbed by her work. “I forget to eat. I forget I might be thirsty. All of that goes away and I’m gone.” Kwon visited Sacramento last year to discuss her debut novel, “The Incendiaries.” The book, which revolves around a college romance, loss of religion and a cult, took Kwon 10 years to complete. RO Kw…

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