Programs Alphabetically

A comprehensive, alphabetical list of our programmatic offerings.

Advice / Horoscopes / Local TV Listings from The Richmond-Times Dispatch – A 15-minute program bringing you the Advice Columns (Dr. Keith Roach and Dear Abby), Horoscopes, and local TV listings from the day’s Richmond Times-Dispatch.

African American Voices – African American Voices brings issues important to African American women to the forefront. Tune into this half-hour program to hear material from Sheen, Essence, Savoy and various local publications.

All About Virginia – Learn “All about Virginia” in this half-hour broadcast! Materials are read from regional publications such as Virginia Living, and Virginia Business.

Arthritis Update – Your source for articles on living with and treating arthritis.

Atlantic – One hour of articles from Atlantic Magazine.

Bon Appetit – Readings from this month’s Bon Appetit. Includes feature articles, recipes, and more!

Braille Monitor – Articles from the Braille Monitor monthly publication.

The Catholic Virginian – Readings from various Catholic-focused publications.

Christian History – Articles from current and past editions of Christian History Magazine, as well as other historical publications.

Christianity Today – Articles from the most recent Christianity Today, as well as articles from special publications as available.

Chronic Illness – This half-hour program provides information to help those with disabilities and chronic illnesses lead lives of dignity, safety and self-assurance and to become advocates for their own well-being.

Community News – 30 minutes of articles from various local and community newspapers.

Diabetes Today – Your source for information on living with, managing, and treating diabetes.

Eating Well – Readings from Eating Well and Food Network magazines, plus other publications from time to time.

The Economist – Readings from the most recent publication of The Economist.

Eye on Sports – Articles from the most recent publication of Sports Illustrated plus other publications from time to time.

Fifty Plus – Your resource for important information for those fifty years old and older. Topics range from veteran’s affairs to health and wellness.

Forbes & Fortune – 1 hour of readings from the latest editions of Forbes and Fortune magazines.

GQ – Readings from the latest edition of GQ: Gentleman’s Quarterly magazine.

The Goochland Gazette – 30 minutes of articles from this week’s edition of the Goochland Gazette.

The Great Outdoors – Your source for information about the natural world. From climate change to Virginia wildlife.

Green Thumb – Your source for central Virginia-based gardening tips and tricks. Learn about house plants, vegetable gardens, and beautiful ornamentals on this half-hour program.

Healthy Aging – Articles about healthy aging are featured.

Jewish Life -A half-hour of articles about both the historical and modern Jewish Experience.

Laugh Out Loud – Something to tickle your funny bone! Jokes, satire, and humorous articles are featured.

Life & Style – A program featuring articles from popular women’s magazines regarding current issues, trends, as well as beauty and fashion advice for women of all ages.

Looking Back – A history-focused program, with articles from a variety of regional and national publications. Perfect for history buffs!

Mechanicsville Local – 30 minutes of articles from this week’s edition of the Mechanicsville Local.

Men’s Health – A half-hour of articles dedicated to the health of men. Includes articles from Men’s Health, and Men’s Journal, among others.

Military History – Veterans of foreign wars or anyone interested in the history of the United States Military will enjoy this half-hour program.

Money Matters – One hour of readings from various financial publications, including Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine, Money.com, Consumer Reports, and Bloomberg Business Week.

Music News – Music news, reviews and interviews, with a focus on music from the 1920s to the early 2000s. Music from North America and around the world is featured.

National Geographic – Articles from the current edition of National Geographic magazine.

The Nature of Things – Articles from various nature magazines, including Audobon and Virginia Wildlife, among others.

New York Times – One hour of articles from today’s edition of The New York Times, including news, features, and editorials.

New York Times Magazine – Articles from this week’s New York Times Magazine.

The New Yorker – One hour of readings from this week’s New Yorker magazine.

News in Perspective – One hour of commentary from editorial boards and opinion writers from varying national publications on both sides of the political spectrum.

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Open Source RVA – WRIR’s weekly audio news digest brings together news makers, political figures and community leaders to talk in depth about local issues, current affairs and upcoming events. Award-winning journalist Don Harrison hosts.

People Magazine – This half-hour program includes readings from People Magazine.

Pet Pause – Articles to help you care and appreciate our favorite furry, scaly, and feathered friends. From dogs to cats, gerbils to goldfish, learn about your pets on this informative, half-hour program.

Reader’s Digest – Readings from the most recent Readers Digest. This intergenerational magazine has something to offer for everyone, whether you’re young or young at heart.

Reviews – Reviews of books, restaurants, and current events from this week’s Richmond Times-Dispatch and various other publications.

Richmond Free Press – 30 minutes of articles from the Richmond Free Press.

Richmond Living – News about upcoming local events and cultural programs, and information about new restaurants and retail stores from Richmond Magazine, Richmond Home, and Richmond Family Magazine.

Richmond Times-Dispatch Culture Section – Half an hour of readings from the weekly Culture Section of The Richmond Times-Dispatch.

Richmond-Times Dispatch Food Section – Half an hour of the Wednesday Food Section of The Richmond-Times Dispatch.

Richmond Times-Dispatch Health Section – A half hour of the weekly Health section from The Richmond Times-Dispatch.

Richmond Times-Dispatch Metro Business – Articles from the weekly Metro Business section plus other articles from the Richmond Times-Dispatch Business pages.

Rolling Stone – Articles from the latest issue of Rolling Stone Magazine are featured.

Science Today – Readings from a variety of specialized magazines such as Discover and Scientific American. Perfect for the scientifically inclined or those who are just curious.

Sci-Fi Shorts – Short stories from your favorite science fiction authors.

Silver Linings – Uplifting short stories and novels.

Smithsonian – Half an hour of readings from the most recent edition of Smithsonian magazine.

Soap Opera Digest – Everything soap-opera related. This program pulls exclusively from Soap Opera Digest,and includes information on all the most-watched Soaps.

Southern Magazines – This program is drawn from Southern Living and Garden and Gun magazines.

Spirituality, Motivation and Inspiration – Inspirational and motivational readings.

Style Weekly – Thirty minutes of articles from this week’s Style Weekly magazine.

TIME Magazine – An hour of articles from the latest edition of Time Magazine, supplemented from time to time with articles from special editions.

TV Guide – Readings from the most recent edition of TV Guide.

Uncommon Wonders – Stories of little-known history, places and events around the globe.

Vanity Fair – Readings from the most recent edition of Vanity Fair.

Virginia Mercury – Readings from the most recent edition of Virginia Mercury, an independent, nonprofit online news organization covering state government and policy.

VPM News – The top news and articles from the Richmond NPR affiliate’s website, VPM.org. VPM News delivers coverage of headline news, statewide politics, local government, education and legal issues.

The Wall Street Journal – One hour of articles from today’s edition of the Wall Street Journal.

The Washington Post – One hour of articles from today’s edition of the Washington Post.

What the Tech? – Information about computer technology, the internet and social media, with special reference to applications for vision impairment and other disabilities.

Women’s Health – Your source for news relating to women’s health. A half-hour of readings from Women’s Health Advisor and other publications.

Women’s Perspective – Articles that cover topics ranging from politics to family life and everything in between – all from a woman’s perspective.

World Traveler – Discover places you’ve always wanted to visit (and some you didn’t know existed!) in this half-hour program.