KAZU Sunday Sound Adventures
Sundays, 4-5 p.m.
One hour every Sunday at 4 p.m. on KAZU, we take our listeners on a Sound Adventure, whether it be a musical documentary, historical / scientific journey, or just something current that we hope our listeners will enjoy.
Current and recent programs, see below.
For older programs, see archives page.
(KAZU reserves this time slot for public radio documentaries and seasonal programs.)
Latest Episodes
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This holiday season, Marketplace brings listeners a collection of stories on the business and economics of food. From rising grocery bills to farm fields, we’re breaking down what’s really shaping the meals on your table.
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Progressive voices of conscience have long arisen in faith communities. This Humankind documentary explores the spiritual impulse for social change.
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The event is just one part of a Black folk music revival sweeping the country that’s rescuing lost traditions and challenging stereotypes that for generations have influenced things like who gets to play the banjo in America.
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Peace Talks Radio explores efforts to rename and reclaim holidays like Thanksgiving, Columbus Day, and Veterans Day.
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The tiny bean-shaped structures in your cells – mitochondria – are little powerhouses. Recent research suggests your mitochondria may unlock overall good health, or, when they fail, cause diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer’s. How strong is the science for these claims and what, if anything, should we be doing to improve our mitochondrial health?
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Jazz From The Crypt is a one-hour Halloween-themed jazz show that brings spooky swing, haunted harmonies, and ghostly grooves to life.
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Musician and author Warren Zanes is Paul Ingles' guest for the hour to talk about his book Deliver Me From Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen's 'Nebraska' album in 1982.
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With hosts Reid Hoffman and Aria Finger, Stephen Colbert discuss the art of live performance, the many lessons one can learn from J.R.R. Tolkien, and the nature of creativity, humor, and imagination in the age of AI.
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Celebrate the music of John Lennon. Writers, Reporters, Musicians and Beatle fans share their impressions of 11 more standout John Lennon songs, recorded with The Beatles, between 1963 and 1970.
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This episode features of some of the greatest Afro Cuban Jazz masters – from Mongo to the Buena Vista Social Club.