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Rooted in Community!
by Kara Randolph, Station Manager
Redwood Community Radio stands strong as a crucial media resource, uplifting diverse perspectives, informing you during emergencies, and serving our region through the generosity of our volunteers, members, community, and businesses. While national issues present insecurities and concerns, we find resilience and strength in our unique community. We proudly support our immigrant community, the LGBTQIA2S+ community, the disability community, and all of those affected by the new administration.
We are independent, free spirits and know how to think outside of the box. This creative resilience inspires KMUD and our radical rural neighbors to share skills, art, and ideas that deepen our community connections, building bridges toward a better future. KMUD continues to foster this connection by offering weekly live call-in shows, community announcements, innovative and diverse music, all hosted and engineered by community volunteers.
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“I think the importance of doing activist work is precisely because it allows you to give back and to consider yourself not as a single individual who may have achieved whatever but to be a part of an ongoing historical movement.”
-Angela Davis
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KMUD Block Party 2025
by Dorothee, Membership Coordinator
Note that we’ll be closing Redway Drive in front of the station from 10 am til 10 pm. The detour is Empire Avenue.
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Join us on the KMUD lawn for a festive, family-friendly day filled with live music, food, art, local vendors, and summer vibes. Reconnect with neighbors, lounge on the grass, and take in an inspiring lineup of musicians and performers. Click here to find out about the line-up. As a teaser, Susan got an interview with Ticket to Ride on Diving In this Tuesday/ Listen here (it starts a few minutes into the show).
All performances will be broadcast live on KMUD from noon to dusk. When the music ends, the party continues at The Brass Rail for the official after-party!
At 1 PM, the Kids’ Zone springs to life with the Cowtown Puppet Show, a fun and educational performance about farming. Throughout the afternoon, Spoon Circus will spread the joy of circus arts to all. And the zone will offer arts & crafts like vinyl painting and other engaging activities. Come and play!
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Art, Food & Local Flavor
KMUD welcomes back artists Rawzen and Joe Mallory, who will add another vibrant mural to our evolving Block Party art space. Enjoy delicious hand-made food, Italian wines, cocktails, local beers, and KMUD’s legendary iced coffee.
This is a low-waste event, so please bring your own cup, bowl, and utensils. Reuse your KMUD cup from last year and get $1 off every drink!
Relax in the Chill Zone hosted by Humboldt County Growers Alliance or bid on local goods and experiences in our Silent Auction.
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Vendors & Local Creators
The Block Party is also a fantastic opportunity to support local artists and makers. Craft vendors will be showcasing their unique creations all day long!
- LunaShe Tie Dye
- The leather masks and drums of Spirit Door Creation
- Hope Springs Botanicals‘ eco-friendly Soap, Body Care, Medicinals, Wet Felting Kits and Bean-to-Bar Chocolate!
- Culture Crafts, aka Rasta handmade crafts
- Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
- Humboldt County Office of Elections
- Boho fashion handmade in Bali
- Brigids Gifts and her jewelry, gift cards, books
- Hills of Humboldt Creations, who strives to make natural and locally sourced bath and body products from shower scrubs and bath bombs to lip balms and beneficial serums.
- Special Youth Booth run by two entrepreneurial 11-year-olds selling elf ears, flower tiaras, toys, and more to fund their summer trip to Six Flags!
- Original music and art, t-shirts, bags, patches made by Hera Has a Heart who will be performing at 6:45pm.
- And much more!!!!
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Eel River Brewing Company
Emerald Organics
InTenTs Mendocino
Fully Melted
Whitethorn Hardwoods and Showroom
Humboldt County Growers Alliance
  
  
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The First Descent
by Sigur Björn, News Assisstant.
This summer 2025, a group of indigenous youth will ride the Klamath River from source to sea, the first event of its kind in over 100 years and now possible because of the removal of four dams on the river. “The First Descent” is a 30 day, 400 mile trek; a celebration of the freeing of the Klamath. KMUD spoke to Amada Lang from Rios to Rivers about this historical event, the dam removals and what comes next for the local, indigenous paddle clubs. The full interview is on KMUD.org
See riostorivers.org and @riostorivers for more info on the First Descent and community events taking place during it.
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KMUD News Updates
by Lauren Schmitt, News Director
Last week, I received a number of calls and emails from concerned community members asking how President Donald Trump’s new executive order—aimed at ending federal funding for NPR and PBS—might impact Redwood Community Radio. In response to those questions and concerns, I’ve written a letter to the editor, which I’d like to share with you here. My letter to the editor made it into the Times-Standard and Redheaded Blackbelt, where you can shine in with your comments.
North Coast Congressman Jared Huffman did not mince words when asked to reflect on the first 100 days of Donald Trump’s second term. In an interview with KMUD News, Huffman described the administration as a “wrecking ball,” citing widespread disruption to the federal government, economic instability, and what he characterized as a dangerous shift away from democratic norm.
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Rotary Club Show
Rotary Garberville has been hosting a monthly show on KMUD, airing every 2nd Thursday at 5PM, offering listeners a window into the inspiring world of international service and goodwill.
Yesterday, May 8th at 5PM, Jasmine Jolly shared insights into the Rotary Youth Exchange Program, opening doors for young people to experience life and learning across cultures. And the, Andy Barnett discussed the Eel River Source to Sea Conference, a powerful initiative focused on environmental stewardship.
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Shout out to Pen and Pine and Gyppo
Check out the enchanting new KMUD logo, crafted by Pen and Pine! The KMUD letters are overtaken by lush greenery and fungi, drawing us into a mystical natural world. And the best part? It’s all printed on a cup, generously provided by Gyppo Ale Mill. All proceeds from the sale go directly to KMUD.
These cups are a limited edition, so don’t miss your chance to grab one at the Block Party. And remember… when you bring a KMUD cup to any KMUD event or booth, we’ll give you $1 off your drink as a thank you for reusing!
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South Fork High School Softball just made herstory!
by Lauren Schmitt, News Director
For the first time in 35 years, the Cubs are Little 4 Champions, dominating the field and rewriting the record books. We caught up with the star players after their historic win, check in the May 8th news in the archives or on your podcast app to hear their voices and victory stories!
Congrats to theses fierce athletes and their incredible coach, Lisa Todd!
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Movers and Shakers on the music scene
by Dennis Maher, Program Director
Rankin Reggae Rotation has a new DJ! You’ve seen him sp inning and backing local hip hop artists on local stages and festivals. Now please welcome DJ Pounds to the KMUD airwaves on the 4th Saturday of each month. Also exciting to announce is that, after a long hiatus, Sundub has rejoined the ranks of the Rankin! Whenever there’s a 5th Saturday in the month, she’ll be there.
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Mitchell has moved his spot on the Wild River Radio to a monthly one, on the third Sunday of each month. The shows kicks off at 10:30 am and runs until 1pm. A KMUD classic!
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One of our newer DJ’s, Steve from Cleveland, has named his shows Steveland. Pay him a visit on Monday nights when he’s playing a really great mix of alternative rock and electronica from 10 till midnight.
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These kids, they grow up so fast! Uma is stretching her wings and about to leave the Youth In Radio nest. We’ll surely be sad to see her go. Meanwhile, Hannah and Colton are in training to receive the passing of the youth torch.
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Two New Talk Shows
Myth Busting in Mental Illness is the name of our newest program to join our Friday night talk show lineup! Tune in and find out important fa cts and information about the reality of mental illness and learn about our resources for families and individuals with mental illness in Humboldt County. The hosts of the show are Lea Nagy, current president of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and Simone Whipple, a co-facilitator of family support groups in Southern Humboldt.
This will be a call in show for the community as well! Come join these two ladies monthly on the second Friday at 7pm each month, starting today Friday 9th of May!
—————————– Kinest’e Coalition Radio Hour is a new talk show hosted by local Wailaki tribal member Markida Hoaglin, whom you may have often heard as a guest on Monday Morning Magazine. On the 4th Thursday of each month, tune in at 5 pm to hear her talking with guests about native concerns, events and ongoing projects in the area.
Check out this powerful KMUD News video report from last year, highlighting the Wailaki people and their deep connection to the river.
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Intro to Radio Class
To become a programmer on KMUD, whether music DJ or talk show host, the best way is to participate in this class. Dennis, our Program Director and Kate-Feral Selector, long time volunteer, will train you on KMUD values, practices, and equipment, and will follow you in your project to create your show.
Please email Dennis at dennis@wordpress-1438018-5376424.cloudwaysapps.com to RSVP.
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KMUD, Ink People, and Queer Humboldt are proud to present the 3rd annual SoHum Pride, happening June 28th at the Mateel Community Center in Redway!
More details are on the way, but here’s what you can look forward to: live music, engaging discussion panels, and an 18+ evening party packed with fierce, fabulous queer entertainment.
This year’s theme is “Pride is a Riot… Gurrrl!”—so get ready for gritty, bold, and unapologetic activist energy. Come celebrate in true SoHum style!
   
Queer Humboldt – Stop The Hate funding is provided by The California Department of Social Services, with support from The Center at Sierra Health Foundation as its administrative entity. |
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KMUD is Queer Membership Drive
by Dorothee, Membership Coordinator
In a time when queer and trans people are under attack across the country, KMUD stands firm in our commitment to amplify LGBTQIA+ voices, stories, and struggles. especially in this upcoming month of June, unapologetic Pride Month!
By becoming a member during our KMUD is Queer Membership Drive, you’re not just supporting local radio. You’re taking a stand for media that resists erasure, uplifts truth, and broadcasts liberation.
Join us at our Pride event on June 28th.
Support queer media.
Defend community radio.
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Jazz Fest Simulcast
by Dorothee, Membership Coordinator
A huge thank you to WWOZ, our sister station in New Orleans, for the incredible gift of 8 days filled with Jazz and Celebration. It truly felt like we all went on a little vacation, soaking in the vibrant rhythms of New Orleans through their simulcast.
Many of our DJs here at KMUD are still under the spell of that New Orleans vibe, for example, behr’s Jazz Feast on May 7th, and Chanin’s Moon River Meandering Thursday May 8th and Mumzer’s It’s All About the Music this morning, kept that energy alive. It’s like coming back from vacation and trying to hold onto that special vibe just a little longer.
Our Program Director’s recommendation is Lila Downs, recorded at the Fais Do-Do Stage. You can catch it in the KMUD archives under Wild River Radio from April 27th.
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Les Scher Jazz Scholarship
by Dorothee, Membership Coordinator
Humboldt Area Foundation every year offers a scholarship to people spreading the love and knowledge of jazz in the community. KMUD is proud to announce that our very dear Julian Jackson, one of the hosts of Lester Leaps In, which carries on Les Scher’s long musical legacy at KMUD, won it this year. Read Julian’s writing about Jazz here.
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The Choice is Yours Podcast
by Dorothee, Membership Coordinator
Ever wondered where your products come from? We did too – so we made a show about it! Since 2021, The Choice is Yours has explored the impacts of products we all use, like bananas, smartphones, milk, essential oils, and more.
The Choice is Yours is a fun collaboration between Doro (me), Dani, and Sheila. Our goal is to inspire you to think about the consequences of your consumption and do your own research. Tune in live every 4th Thursday at 9 AM on the airwaves or catch us as a podcast anytime!
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Underwriter highlight: Gyppo
by Patricia Tinkler, Underwriting Coordinator
Recently celebrating their 7th anniversary, Gyppo Ale Mill has established a vibrant anchor in the Shelter Cove community. Owner-Operator Julie Peacock has created the quintessential third space, a family-friendly pub and dining room which features a beautiful outdoor patio complete with a fire ring, a converted Airstream (affectionately called the BEERstream), and killer ocean views.
The food menu evolves seasonally, but beloved staples include the fresh local rockfish and chips, loaded truffle fries, and beer mac and cheese. It’s all good, honestly, but the focal point is, of course, the beer.
Current beer offerings cross the spectrum, and their commitment to sustainability brings you ingredients from local heroes like French Ranch Farms and Admiral Malting. Head Brewer, Jared Smith, has a continuous rotation of delicious and quaffable beers, a dozen on tap in the restaurant at any time.
If you can’t make it out to Shelter Cove, Gyppo’s beer is available locally in other restaurants or retail locations. Here’s Gyppo’s handy dandy beer finder
Look for Gyppo Ale Mill at SoHum Pride! Julie and her husband and co-owner, Josh Monschke, generously donated kegs, and have for many of our events over the past seven years. They’ve also co-branded with us on our new aluminum cups for the KMUD Block Party on May 17th.
Gyppo Ale Mill
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