Volunteer Bios
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Howard Burchetteshow: “The Funk Show” The Funk Show is hosted by Howard Burchette, who has an extensive collection of the funkiest R&B—both the hits and the one-hit wonders—from the 1960s through the ’80s. He also takes the time to keep in contact with modern-day funksters, playing their current releases, interviewing them and getting them to record fun-to-hear station IDs. |
Jim Davis
show: “8 Track Flashback”
time: Saturdays @ Noon
email: [email protected]
website: 8trackflashback.com
Jim Davis has been with WNCU since the very beginning, helping to supervise the construction of the station in 1994–5. Although he’s still the chief engineer (in charge of the technical operation of WNCU), he’s best known as host of “8 Track Flashback,” where you can relive fond memories as he plays R&B, rock ’n roll, pop, and jazz from the 1940s through the ’60s.
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Ed Fulbrightshow: “Mastering Your Money” Ed Fulbright, a certified public accountant and financial advisor, has been with WNCU since its inception. By listening to his show, “Mastering Your Money,” you can learn how to repair credit, stretch an advertising budget, deal with the IRS, research estate planning, and other tasks related to finance. “Mastering Your Money” is so popular that it’s now syndicated in six markets in the Southeast and Midwest. |
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Patricia A Murrayshow:“Radio Skywriter” Patricia A Murray hosts “Radio Skywriter,” which is a public-affairs spinoff of the Durham Skywriter, ‘Durham’s community newspaper.’ She interviews local personalities from all walks of life, including nonprofit representatives, entertainers, notable students, and local innovators. Get “news you can actually use” and connect with local community/civic organizations and programs for both children and adults. |
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Bouna Ndiayeshow: “Bonjour Africa” Bouna Ndiaye, a native of Senegal, spins classics and new hits from all over the continent of his Motherland on “Bonjour Africa.” He takes you on a tour of the continent, explaining the various genres and interviewing some of the artists who are touring the US. Have fun listening for the station IDs of popular African artists aired on WNCU. |
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Carolyn Pettiford Ryalsshow: “Hallelujah Praise” Carolyn Pettiford Ryals hosts “Hallelujah Praise” every other Sunday, alternating with Walter “Country Boy” Hatcher. Both hosts play a mix of traditional gospel music, mostly quartets, plus old favorites and new releases by local musicians. Carolyn receives announcements from area churches and reads them during the popular ‘Church News’ segment at 9:30am, followed by her inspirational ‘Thought for the Day’ every Sunday without fail. |
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Steve Taxmanshow: “Jazz Focus” |
