Democracy Now is an independent news hour hosted by award-winning journalist Amy Goodman. It includes daily news headlines and in-depth interviews with people on the front lines of the world’s most pressing issues.
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Native Voice One is a leader in bringing Native voices to Alaska, the nation, and the world. NV1 distributes work from Native and non-Native producers whose programming educates, advocates, and celebrates Indigenous life and values.

Mark Decker returns to KZSM with his Melancholy Tea Party which now runs from 6 to 8 on Monday evening with an encore Sunday mornings from 1 to 3.
He felt that Electronic Music with deep lyrics is underserved in the San Marcos area and developed the program using his 30+ years broadcast experience.
Mark is always striving to break creative boundaries and hopes to be adding more elements as the show continues. This is the first time a live KZSM show has brought in a DJ console to perform music sets.

Star De Azlan recently performed live on KZSM's Highway 261 with Jason Woolery. At right, Star records a station ID with Rob Roark. Check out HWY261 every Friday noon after Into the Grey.
From producers in and around San Marcos.
Todd Landrum celebrates rock, mostly from the 80s and 90s, offering an alternative to the normal top 40 playlists.
Damian and Beckett talk sports from the local to the national level. Arguments included.
Authors, experts, and readers like you join Priscilla to explore best sellers, classics, and books you’re never heard of.
Limey's Lass plays full range of Celtic music, from lively reels to heart-rending ballads, and bagpipes at least once on every show.
This broadcast, from Texas State’s Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, educates Texas listeners about the impact climate change has on water supply and water quality in the state.
This show includes the audio from Carole Coburn’s Public Access TV show, which showcases all genres of creativity.
Brett Stahl evokes the legacy of KIND Radio through conversations with guests who exemplify San Marcos.
Host Jovan Marin and his guests deliver monthly insights into the businesses and issues of Downtown San Marcos.
The Hit Man brings you an uplifting, vibrant and energy filled mix of rhythm and sound, with a DJ feel.
Every week hosts The Rev and Sterling Finlay showcase music from across the state with recorded music and studio guest visits.
Ray Howard avoids the black and white to take you on a journey of music, San Marcos events and pointed topical commentary.
KZSM brings you the best of the current music submitted to us. Recording artists send music to kzsmsanmarcos@gmail.com.
Jim Trussell plays jazz from bebop to contemporary – connecting artists, themes, and hits. From Wimberley Valley Radio.
Our youngest host, Kali Rose KB provides a kid’s perspective on making the world a better place, featuring music and interviews.
Mysterious gaps in the KZSM schedule occasionally filled by wannabe DJ Buzz, with a dubious collision of Ska, Pop, Punk and Reggae from his vast library of broken cassettes.
DJ Alpha celebrates Latin culture through music and highlights its influence all over the world.
Lovely Jaycee serves lit vibes, new tracks, and fine sounds.
Jason Woolery, James Weber, and Sterling Finlay team up to bring you the best recordings of the week from the famous Cheatham Street Songwriter’s Circle.
Mark Decker invites you to join him and his imaginary guests for music and conversation, whether you’d like to consider life’s difficulties or just escape for a couple of hours.
Salwa Khan brings listeners informative programs on a broad range of environmental and sustainable living topics.
Rolf Straubhaar brings you a dive each week into the music that shaped our culture.
Harley Slavik (The Music Millenial) features music on physical media—records, 45s, CDs & cassettes, and talks about the songs, the artists, the albums and the format.
El Tío celebrates music and poetry in Spanish from days gone by, and then some!
The studio door is open! Come by to share or promote your event or organization. And tune in to learn what is going on in the community, with music.
OKT & Keller deliver a mix of music, culture, and authentic conversations—touching on everything from mental health and motivation to relationships, creativity, and social issues.
Your host Cathy Lara explores the Hispanic roots of our community with interviews in English and Spanish.
San Marcos’ front porch program where local artists perform live in our studio and discuss their music, influences and goals. Hosted by Rob Roark.
On each broadcast, a different guest from the City of San Marcos joins host Rob Roark to share information about the work their department does for the community.
Jim Wagner, the Honey Bear, brings you the classic blues “you just didn’t know you needed!”
Join Justin James Bridges for an overnight journey through new music soundscapes, with interviews of local musical artists.
Anthony Head and his guests pull together various elements of dive bar culture, which mirrors the community can-do spirit of KZSM. Most everything is on the table (or bar top).
Casper Leitch brings you weekly round up of what is going on in the hemp industry in Texas, and across the country.
WestCoast Bang'n and Nicki Steals specialize in old school hip hop and unsigned underground artists that are making noise in their local music scenes and social media.
Diesel Dee and Derek from the Barracks bring you news and information related to veteran's issues, for those who serve, and those who serve those who serve.
Calling all brothers, sisters, and children of the night to join us on the random journey of life. The Wiz plays anything vinyl; one never knows what they will hear.
Ronny and his pal Joey Karate, the Best Duo Since Batman and Robin, bring you Pop. Culture. Movies. Theories. A show where the unexpected is expected!
Syd the Kid showcases his unique mix of music covering all genres.
Mason Moore and rescue pup Franklin bring you the newest of the new, and the best from before.
Uncensored conversations about local politics. Host Rob Roark shows how you can make a difference.
News and interviews from the San Marcos River Foundation with host Dianne Wassenich.
Programs and schedules subject to change.
The best of today’s community radio.
Hosted by registered nurse and veteran Cheryl Beversdorf, Aging Matters features experts on a broad array of aging-related topics. The focus is to help older adults live healthier and more independent lives.
Hosted by Lynn Borton, Choose to Be Curious is an award-winning half-hour weekly show all about curiosity itself.
The Top Texas songs packin' the dancefloors.
The independent news hour hosted by award-winning journalists Amy Goodman and Juan González. Breaking daily news headlines and interviews with people on the front lines of the world's most pressing issues.
Radio from the secular point of view. The show offers programming for nonreligious listeners.
Jeff Bressler hosts big band and swing music of the 1930s & 40s.
The music of Elvis and The Beatles. Hosted by Steve Chelmsford.
Documentaries and stories handpicked from independent creators and podcasts on the Public Radio Exchange.
Sprouts: Radio From the Grassroots celebrates community stories. Coordinated by Pacifica Radio’s Affiliate Network, Sprouts showcases audio production at community radio stations and independent production groups from around the world.
From New Orleans, host Jamie Dell'Apa presents music and musicians you've never heard, from the small regional record companies who pioneered rock and roll.
Programs and schedules subject to change.

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