Broadcast Schedule
Best of Encounter 2017
On this special year-end edition of Encounter, host Carol Castiel presents excerpts from our most memorable programs of the year such as the investigation of President Donald Trump’s election campaign and possible connections with the Russian Government, U.S. standoff with North Korea, the decertification of the Iran Nuclear Deal and President Trump’s 12-day trip to Asia. That’s the Best of Encounter in 2017.
Up Front
On this fresh, fast-paced show, co-hosts Jackson Mvunganyi, in the U.S., and Nadia Samie, in Africa, talk to teens and young adults about Politics,trends, lifestyles, health, entertainment, and other issues touching listeners’ lives [30 minutes].Check out the Upfront blog at www.upfrontafrica.com
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Kel Assouf - Music Time in Africa
Catch 55 minutes of the best pan-African music on the planet. Dr. Maxwell brings you an interview from Brussels with "stoner rock" trio Kel Assou, led by Tuareg guitarist and singer songwriter Anana Harouna. Also meet French pianist and composer Jo Kaiat, and listen to his trio perform the Afrojazz piece "Afrobach" based on J.S. Bach's Interlude in C# Major. A carefully curated mix of current and classic music surrounds these awesome interviews to make for a totally entertaining hour.
Music Time in Africa
Music Time in Africa is VOA’s longest running English language program. Since 1965, this award-winning program has featured pan African music that spans all genres and generations. Ethnomusicologist and Host Heather Maxwell keeps you up to date on what’s happening in African music with exclusive interviews, cultural information, and of course, great music -- including rare recordings from the Leo Sarkisian Library of African Music.
Best of Encounter 2017
On this special year-end edition of Encounter, host Carol Castiel presents excerpts from our most memorable programs of the year such as the investigation of President Donald Trump’s election campaign and possible connections with the Russian Government, U.S. standoff with North Korea, the decertification of the Iran Nuclear Deal and President Trump’s 12-day trip to Asia. That’s the Best of Encounter in 2017.
Music Time in Africa
Music Time in Africa is VOA’s longest running English language program. Since 1965, this award-winning program has featured pan African music that spans all genres and generations. Ethnomusicologist and Host Heather Maxwell keeps you up to date on what’s happening in African music with exclusive interviews, cultural information, and of course, great music -- including rare recordings from the Leo Sarkisian Library of African Music.
