Nov 3
6:30 pm
KCRW HQ
Welcome Reception
Join us for cocktails with this evening’s performers and the LA audio community.
Welcome Reception
Join us for cocktails with this evening’s performers and the LA audio community.
Nov 3
7:30 pm
KCRW HQ
A Sonic Reflection on Los Angeles from Erick Galindo
The evening begins with a performance from our host, Erick Galindo, a Los Angeles born writer and director. Galindo opens the first evening of On Air Fest with a sonic reflection on the city that raised him.‍
A Sonic Reflection on Los Angeles from Erick Galindo
The evening begins with a performance from our host, Erick Galindo, a Los Angeles born writer and director. Galindo opens the first evening of On Air Fest with a sonic reflection on the city that raised him.‍
Nov 3
7:45 pm
KCRW HQ
Human Music with Sam Sanders, Novena Carmel and Anthony Valadez
Join reigning king of pop culture Sam Sanders (Into It) and KCRW’s own DJ duo Novena Carmel and Anthony Valadez (Morning Becomes Eclectic) as they share tracks, play games and unearth how they curate totally human, anti-algorithmic music for LA’s airwaves.
Human Music with Sam Sanders, Novena Carmel and Anthony Valadez
Join reigning king of pop culture Sam Sanders (Into It) and KCRW’s own DJ duo Novena Carmel and Anthony Valadez (Morning Becomes Eclectic) as they share tracks, play games and unearth how they curate totally human, anti-algorithmic music for LA’s airwaves.
Nov 3
8:35 pm
KCRW HQ
World Premiere: 30 for 30 'Pink Card' with Shima Oliaee
Experience ‘30 for 30: Pink Card’ the first breakout solo series from Peabody award-winning podcast producer Shima Oliaee (Radiolab, Dolly Parton’s America). As the World Cup comes to the Middle East for the first time, Shima tells the story of brave women who fight for the simple right to watch a soccer game in Iran.
World Premiere: 30 for 30 'Pink Card' with Shima Oliaee
Experience ‘30 for 30: Pink Card’ the first breakout solo series from Peabody award-winning podcast producer Shima Oliaee (Radiolab, Dolly Parton’s America). As the World Cup comes to the Middle East for the first time, Shima tells the story of brave women who fight for the simple right to watch a soccer game in Iran.
Nov 4
6:30 pm
KCRW HQ
Welcome Reception
Join us for cocktails with this evening’s performers and the LA audio community.
Welcome Reception
Join us for cocktails with this evening’s performers and the LA audio community.
Nov 4
7:30 pm
KCRW HQ
A Performance by LA's Poet Laureate
At On Air LA Annex, the city of Los Angeles itself is a character in the story of our show. For the second evening of On Air Fest, the city of angels' own Poet Laureate Lynne Thompson takes the stage to perform a selection of poems that are born from the geography and rhythms of LA.
A Performance by LA's Poet Laureate
At On Air LA Annex, the city of Los Angeles itself is a character in the story of our show. For the second evening of On Air Fest, the city of angels' own Poet Laureate Lynne Thompson takes the stage to perform a selection of poems that are born from the geography and rhythms of LA.
Nov 4
7:45 pm
KCRW HQ
‘Object of Sound’ Live with Hanif Abdurraqib and Hrishikesh Hirway
In this live taping of Object of Sound, join host Hanif Abdurraqib and guest Hrishikesh Hirway as they explore one of Hanif's favorite holiday traditions: watching the Last Waltz on Thanksgiving. Hanif and his guest dive into what makes this performance so special, and what drives people to keep returning to it year after year.
‘Object of Sound’ Live with Hanif Abdurraqib and Hrishikesh Hirway
In this live taping of Object of Sound, join host Hanif Abdurraqib and guest Hrishikesh Hirway as they explore one of Hanif's favorite holiday traditions: watching the Last Waltz on Thanksgiving. Hanif and his guest dive into what makes this performance so special, and what drives people to keep returning to it year after year.
Nov 4
8:40 pm
KCRW HQ
Exclusive First-Listen: Night Vale Presents ‘Unlicensed’ Live
From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale comes 'Unlicensed', a new scripted detective noir. Join the cast for an exclusive live performance of the new Audible Original podcast followed by a talkback with the creators and cast.
Exclusive First-Listen: Night Vale Presents ‘Unlicensed’ Live
From the creators of Welcome to Night Vale comes 'Unlicensed', a new scripted detective noir. Join the cast for an exclusive live performance of the new Audible Original podcast followed by a talkback with the creators and cast.
Nov 5
12:00 pm
Dublab
Open House at dublab
Join us for the first-ever On Air Open House powered by Patreon! Free & open to all, On Air Open House is an unmissable get together of audio makers, storytellers, podcasters and friends of the fest for a day that’s all about LA's audio community. Happening at the brand new dublab warehouse (congrats dublab!), come for on-the-hour DJ sets, food and drinks, exclusive podcast merch, live tapings, performances and more. Bring your friends and stay all day.
Open House at dublab
Join us for the first-ever On Air Open House powered by Patreon! Free & open to all, On Air Open House is an unmissable get together of audio makers, storytellers, podcasters and friends of the fest for a day that’s all about LA's audio community. Happening at the brand new dublab warehouse (congrats dublab!), come for on-the-hour DJ sets, food and drinks, exclusive podcast merch, live tapings, performances and more. Bring your friends and stay all day.
Nov 5
12:00 pm
dublab
A Tribute to Art Laboe with DJ Lady C
DJ Lady C is on the tables for an all-day set inspired by the legendary late DJ and LA cultural figure, Art Laboe.
A Tribute to Art Laboe with DJ Lady C
DJ Lady C is on the tables for an all-day set inspired by the legendary late DJ and LA cultural figure, Art Laboe.
Nov 5
12:30 pm
dublab
'Locatora Radio' Live
Locatora Radio is your prima’s favorite podcast hosted by Mala Muñoz and Diosa Femme. In this live taping at On Air Fest, Mala and Diosa take the stage for an interview with an up-and-coming Latinx creative. Las Locatoras, also known as Las Mamis of Myth, the Podcasteras Next Door, and Las Podcasteras Peligrosas have been podcasting independently since 2016, documenting the stories of the Latinx community and are now bringing their Radiophonic Novela to the My Cultura Podcast Network.
'Locatora Radio' Live
Locatora Radio is your prima’s favorite podcast hosted by Mala Muñoz and Diosa Femme. In this live taping at On Air Fest, Mala and Diosa take the stage for an interview with an up-and-coming Latinx creative. Las Locatoras, also known as Las Mamis of Myth, the Podcasteras Next Door, and Las Podcasteras Peligrosas have been podcasting independently since 2016, documenting the stories of the Latinx community and are now bringing their Radiophonic Novela to the My Cultura Podcast Network.
Nov 5
1:00 pm
dublab
Little Deaths in Performance
Through the podcast 'Little Deaths,' creator Kym Allen shares a black woman’s self love journey. Hear a personal essay from Kym read aloud accompanied by the original theme song with musicians Khyelle Anthony and Roksana Habibi.
Little Deaths in Performance
Through the podcast 'Little Deaths,' creator Kym Allen shares a black woman’s self love journey. Hear a personal essay from Kym read aloud accompanied by the original theme song with musicians Khyelle Anthony and Roksana Habibi.
Nov 5
1:15 pm
dublab
Signal Harvest: A Radio Remix Performance
Join us for Signal Harvest, a snapshot of human audio expression that will never sound the same twice. In this live mix session of broadcasts from around the world DJ Mark “Frosty” McNeill uses Radio.Garden, an interactive aggregate of global transmissions allowing real-time discovery of sounds from all corners of the world. Harnessing the element of chance, Frosty scans the globe merging farflung audio signals to give listeners a sense of the expansive energetic audio spectrum that's buzzing through our world at any given moment.
Signal Harvest: A Radio Remix Performance
Join us for Signal Harvest, a snapshot of human audio expression that will never sound the same twice. In this live mix session of broadcasts from around the world DJ Mark “Frosty” McNeill uses Radio.Garden, an interactive aggregate of global transmissions allowing real-time discovery of sounds from all corners of the world. Harnessing the element of chance, Frosty scans the globe merging farflung audio signals to give listeners a sense of the expansive energetic audio spectrum that's buzzing through our world at any given moment.
Nov 5
2:00 pm
dublab
Radio Club Presents: Making Audio in LA
Calling all LA audio makers! In this salon-style gathering, LA Radio Club is opening its doors as local members Josh Gwynn (Pineapple Street) Stefanie Ritoper (KPCC and LAist), Andrea Gutierrez (TED) and Ari Saperstein (Pineapple Street) spark a conversation making audio in LA and the city's audio scene, and expand the conversation into a town hall everyone is invited to.
Radio Club Presents: Making Audio in LA
Calling all LA audio makers! In this salon-style gathering, LA Radio Club is opening its doors as local members Josh Gwynn (Pineapple Street) Stefanie Ritoper (KPCC and LAist), Andrea Gutierrez (TED) and Ari Saperstein (Pineapple Street) spark a conversation making audio in LA and the city's audio scene, and expand the conversation into a town hall everyone is invited to.
Nov 5
2:45 pm
dublab
I Dreamed I Was an Androgynous Rock Star in my Maidenform Bra: Memories of Club 57 Performed by Ann Magnuson
Ann Magnuson takes the stage for a reading of ‘I Dreamed I Was an Androgynous Rock Star in my Maidenform Bra’ her Memories of Club 57. Written by Magnuson in 1982 and originally published in the NY arts magazine “ZG” the story has been reimagined for the stage and set to music by dublab’s own Alejandro Cohen.
I Dreamed I Was an Androgynous Rock Star in my Maidenform Bra: Memories of Club 57 Performed by Ann Magnuson
Ann Magnuson takes the stage for a reading of ‘I Dreamed I Was an Androgynous Rock Star in my Maidenform Bra’ her Memories of Club 57. Written by Magnuson in 1982 and originally published in the NY arts magazine “ZG” the story has been reimagined for the stage and set to music by dublab’s own Alejandro Cohen.
Nov 5
3:00 pm
dublab
What Can a Cocktail Teach Us About Culture? A Conversation with ‘Bartender at Large’ Erick Castro
Patreon creator Erick Castro is ‘Bartender at Large’ an award winning mixologist whose weekly podcast takes listeners behind the scenes with some of the industry's biggest names. In this stage session, hear the connection between the drinks you know, and the stories behind them, then taste one of Ericks own signature old fashioned.
What Can a Cocktail Teach Us About Culture? A Conversation with ‘Bartender at Large’ Erick Castro
Patreon creator Erick Castro is ‘Bartender at Large’ an award winning mixologist whose weekly podcast takes listeners behind the scenes with some of the industry's biggest names. In this stage session, hear the connection between the drinks you know, and the stories behind them, then taste one of Ericks own signature old fashioned.
Nov 5
3:30 pm
dublab
Roger Steffens: Stories From The Family Acid
"Psychedelic pioneer, prolific photographer and iconic DJ Roger Steffens shares stories on stage from his many lives – travelling with Bob Marley, launching KCRW's longstanding show 'The Reggae Beat.' and documenting culture across California. Join Roger and his son Devon Steffens for tales from 'The Family Acid.'
Roger Steffens: Stories From The Family Acid
"Psychedelic pioneer, prolific photographer and iconic DJ Roger Steffens shares stories on stage from his many lives – travelling with Bob Marley, launching KCRW's longstanding show 'The Reggae Beat.' and documenting culture across California. Join Roger and his son Devon Steffens for tales from 'The Family Acid.'
Nov 5
4:00 pm
DUBLAB
A Conversation with ‘Celebrity Book Club’ Host, Chelsea Devantez
Patreon creator Chelsea Devantez, prolific writer, comedian, filmmaker, and host of hit podcast ‘Celebrity Book Club’ sits down for an intimate conversation with Patreon’s Chad Foster to discuss the making of the show, the impact it has had on her life, and the power of cultivating a community.
A Conversation with ‘Celebrity Book Club’ Host, Chelsea Devantez
Patreon creator Chelsea Devantez, prolific writer, comedian, filmmaker, and host of hit podcast ‘Celebrity Book Club’ sits down for an intimate conversation with Patreon’s Chad Foster to discuss the making of the show, the impact it has had on her life, and the power of cultivating a community.
Nov 5
4:30 pm
dublab
Canción Exploder Presents: Essential Ingredients of the Songwriting Process
The new podcast Canción Exploder is the Spanish-language spin-off of Song Exploder, the hit podcast and Netflix series created by Hrishikesh Hirway. In this interactive presentation, Canción Exploder Host and co-Executive Producer Martina Castro, will reveal what she learned about the essential elements of the songwriting process from the 10 artists featured in the podcast’s debut season. Canción Exploder is a production from Adonde Media and Song Exploder, and is distributed by Radiotopia, from PRX.
Canción Exploder Presents: Essential Ingredients of the Songwriting Process
The new podcast Canción Exploder is the Spanish-language spin-off of Song Exploder, the hit podcast and Netflix series created by Hrishikesh Hirway. In this interactive presentation, Canción Exploder Host and co-Executive Producer Martina Castro, will reveal what she learned about the essential elements of the songwriting process from the 10 artists featured in the podcast’s debut season. Canción Exploder is a production from Adonde Media and Song Exploder, and is distributed by Radiotopia, from PRX.
Nov 5
7:30 pm
Dynasty Typewriter
Comedian Family Feud Hosted By Jacquis Neal
It's the ultimate showdown as two families of your favorite podcasters battle it out on stage for Comedian Family Feud at the iconic house of alternative comedy, Dynasty Typewriter. Host Jacquis Neal (Earwolf) with guests Paul F. Tompkins (BoJack Horseman), Carl Tart (Grand Crew), Chinedu Unaka, Jack O'Brien (iHeart), Novena Carmel (KCRW), Jeffrey Cranor (Night Vale Presents), Joseph Fink (Night Vale Presents), Sam Sanders (Into It) and more will feud it out in the style of the classic game show. Plus lucky audience members have a chance to play for prizes.
Comedian Family Feud Hosted By Jacquis Neal
It's the ultimate showdown as two families of your favorite podcasters battle it out on stage for Comedian Family Feud at the iconic house of alternative comedy, Dynasty Typewriter. Host Jacquis Neal (Earwolf) with guests Paul F. Tompkins (BoJack Horseman), Carl Tart (Grand Crew), Chinedu Unaka, Jack O'Brien (iHeart), Novena Carmel (KCRW), Jeffrey Cranor (Night Vale Presents), Joseph Fink (Night Vale Presents), Sam Sanders (Into It) and more will feud it out in the style of the classic game show. Plus lucky audience members have a chance to play for prizes.