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Industrial music with your host Sam Glennie.

Late-night worldwide selection. A fresh batch of tracks every week, from classics to the underground: immaculate vibes, always.

A mix of rebroadcasts of our favourite programs and music from our library.

Democracy Now! is an American, daily, independent, award-winning news program hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez.

A new current affairs and culture program, from the perspective of Vancouver Co-op Radio's Downtown Eastside neighbourhood, and covering social issues affecting all in our city.

Upbeat and highly rhythmic morning show. Wake up in an atmosphere of a village somewhere in Latin America with music and community information.  Produced in Spanish.  Hosted by Ramon Flores, Ricardo Rivera-Acevedo, Macarena Cataldo, Carlos Ascenico.

A space from which we present an indigenous worldview of radio journalism, community news and interviews, a weekly review of Latin American and world news and cultural expressions. Ecos de mi pueblo offers a blend of Latin-American music, local artists, Latin rock, ska & reggae.  Our show is produced in Spanish. 

Talking Aging is a public affairs show that discusses issues affecting older adults and future older adults aka all of us. The show works to fight ageism and speak to the experts on topics of interest. Hosted by Meeka Marsolais.

The Self Advocate is a show about disability, focusing on arts and culture, including, music, the fine arts, the performing arts, podcasts, blogs, online videos, books and authors, events that are both related to disability and the wider community. Produced by Alison Klein. New Episodes every other week.  

Music and stories from the heart of Vancouver, with your host Ayisha!  

Rising above through reconciliation, reconciling through art, and community, current and public affairs with host Gunargie O'Sullivan.

The world once was tribal and over time, some teachings have survived while many were lost.  This show is about recognizing, celebrating, sharing, remembering, healing, respecting and reconciling those teachings.  Hosted by Christine Marie

Rough-edged radio from the Downtown Eastside. Political satire, street poetry, local politics.  With hosts Don Larson and Mark Bignell.

Listen to the beat of the music and the issues that explore the beat of the South Asian mosaic.  Hosted by Alnoor Gova.

Examines local, national and international issues and events through alternative voices and viewpoints. Showcases activists, academics, humanitarians, politicians and artists through live broadcasts.  With Alnoor Gova and Meeka Marsolais.

A closer look at prisons and criminalization. Join us and hear from those who have survived psychiatry, incarceration and the criminal justice system.  Find out about those engaged in visioning and implementing creative and inspiring alternatives.  Hosted by Cindy Lou Griffith and Meenakshi Mannoe.

Girls Rock Camp Vancouver is a non-profit society dedicated to building self-esteem and confidence in female and non-binary youth through music education.  On Girls Rock Camp Radio, we play music that the kids made at camp, the music of other organizers from other Girls Rock Camps around the world, as well as music and interviews from amazing local female, nonbinary, queer and POC musicians and artists.  Hosted by Kizzy Norris, Larissa Loyva, Jonelle Aspa, Amy McDicken & Emily Morgan.

News, current affairs, arts and culture in Mandarin and English with your host Susan Lu.

OPS Radio is a news and music show hosted by Smokey Devil and Trey Helten. The show features surreal and often satirical humor, at points, anti-humor and cringe comedy, Downtown Eastside musicians, and bizarre Theatre of the Absurd sketches.

Featuring local First Nations Artists, Community Leaders, Activists, Elders, Traditional Performers and Role Models. Share your stories, talent and community news.  Hosted by Suzette Amaya.

Canada's second longest running blues show. Blues, R&B, Soul, Zydeco and Gospel. Primarily post war - old, new and obscure. Host: Ron Simmonds.

A mix of rebroadcasts of our favourite programs and music from our library.

Democracy Now! is an American, daily, independent, award-winning news program hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez.

A new current affairs and culture program, from the perspective of Vancouver Co-op Radio's Downtown Eastside neighbourhood, and covering social issues affecting all in our city.

Upbeat and highly rhythmic morning show. Wake up in an atmosphere of a village somewhere in Latin America with music and community information.  Produced in Spanish.  Hosted by Ramon Flores, Ricardo Rivera-Acevedo, Macarena Cataldo, Carlos Ascenico.

Highlights the Ashkenazi and Sephardic cultures, including Yiddish, Ladino and Hebrew selections. A message from your Anthology of Jewish Music hosts: Hello Listeners, Thank for listening! Now we want some help from you. Please join the station and make your donations online. It can cost you anything from $10/month from your bank account or credit card, or whatever you want to pay as an annual contribution or membership. Click on the Donate to Co-op Radio arrow at the right top of this website, or call 604-684-84-94. Especially if you are enjoying listening to our show via radio or online, please help keep our program and the station on the air. Your friendly host, Marcus.  

Neurodiversity Now is a weekly 30-minute broadcast hosted by individuals who are neurodiverse. The show discusses topics such as inclusion, terminology, anti-bullying, advocacy, employment, higher-education, and more - all with the goal of creating a more inclusive, diverse, and prosperous future.  With Nicole Provost. 

An old hits reggae show that features music of yesteryear.  Ska, rockers, reggae, roots and culture brought to you by host George Barrett.  Remember, keep the vibes level!

The Nosh is a weekly show about the people, places and issues behind what we eat and drink. Hosted by Anya Levykh.

In many Coast Salish dialects, "sne'waylh" is the word for teachings or laws. The aboriginal language-learning program begins with the teachings of the skwxwu7mesh snichim (Squamish language).  Hosted by Gunargie O’Sullivan and Cyrus Greenall

Jazz: A State of the Art survey with new releases and re-issues. Also, a look at upcoming concerts. Host: John Orysik.

An innovative program about Mental Health.  With Bernadine Fox, Glen Grigg, and Don Wright.

In Armenian and English. Songs, news, history and culture of Armenia. Also upcoming local Armenian events.  Hosted by Rafi Chapanian & Meghrig Sulahian.

Down by the waterfront by the West Coast Express is a side street full of vinyl and digital archives. Steve Ferguson and his alley rats will meet you there for Prog Rock Alley, an exploration of progressive rock in all its forms from its inception in the 60’s to the present day. Art rock, prog metal, experimental, and 20 minute epics are all covered in this program, so be sure to tune in every week!

Each For All: The Co-operative Connection brings you profiles, interviews, and reports from the world of co-ops and social economy organizations.

Unsigned BC is a weekly program that plays 100% locally created music.  From Classical to hip hop and country, if it’s made in BC you can find it on our show. Each episode consists of song reviews or a discussion on social issues using music to address the topic. The show regularly features experts as guest hosts, from academics to politicians and advocates.  

Here's your alternative to mainstream hip hop. A healthy dose of underground hip hop, the latest hip hop tracks, the exclusives, the classics, the rare, and the most obscure. Hosted by DJ Denise.

A mix of rebroadcasts of our favourite programs and music from our library.

Democracy Now! is an American, daily, independent, award-winning news program hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez.

A new current affairs and culture program, from the perspective of Vancouver Co-op Radio's Downtown Eastside neighbourhood, and covering social issues affecting all in our city.

Upbeat and highly rhythmic morning show. Wake up in an atmosphere of a village somewhere in Latin America with music and community information.  Produced in Spanish.  Hosted by Ramon Flores, Ricardo Rivera-Acevedo, Macarena Cataldo, Carlos Ascenico.

Alternative Radio provides information, analyses and views that are frequently ignored or distorted in other media.  Featuring speeches of current academics and activists.

Canadian Content gives the audience a chance to learn about artists and bands from the Great North. R&B, Hip-Hop, Folk, Indie - if it’s Canadian, it will be played!  Hosted by Emerson Marshall.

Psych Rock, Punk, Folk and more with your host Ian Ditchburn.

Hosts Darren Galer and Giuseppe Ganci bring recovery and addiction issues to the airwaves with expert guest interviews, personal lived experience stories, and relevant topics on current addiction recovery news.

The World Poetry Café Radio Show is in its 22nd year of being on the air at Coop Radio, 100.5 FM. It is broadcast on a variety of platforms and archived for several months by Coop. It is broadcast on Coop Radio every Thursday afternoon from 1-2 pm and also recorded by We-transfer which is sent to our guests. The World Poetry Café welcomes the world with 153 countries, in Respect, Peace and Caring. Its mission is to bring all the people of the world together in thoughts, deeds and action to help heal the world. It has various segments on the show, In Loving Memory Series where we honour those, including pets who have left us, two youth shows with youth hosts, a beginning children and parent show, Soul Shine e-poems which are read on the show from all over the world.  feature: book launches, film launches, musician launches are also part of the program. Special programs such as healing poems are sent to those who need caring and include healing poems from a number of countries with permission. Also, independent films, musicians are also promoted from a select group of partners. We have around 10,000 participants worldwide and our largest FB group World Poetry Canada & International has  7.6k plus members.   www.worldpoetry.ca

Feature issues for and about seniors along with best old and gold music.  With host Ray Wagner.

Jazz and classics with a certain degree of irreverent chaos....

A mix of rebroadcasts of our favourite programs and music from our library.

Exploring indigenous people's struggle for freedom and liberation.  News, interviews and music.  With Gunargie O’Sullivan.   

A mix of rebroadcasts of our favourite programs and music from our library.

A weekly variety show for the Two-Spirited, Questioning, TransLezBiGay, Queer Community and Beyond!  Highlighting our Organizations, Writers, Performers, Queer World News, Families, Singers/Musicians and Delicious events! Hosted by Jo Dworschak, Glen Arthur, and Gerald William.

Gender Queeries is a radio show that covers queer, trans, & feminist issues!   genderqueeries@coopradio.org is the best way to contact us. We LOVE feedback - good or bad - and if you know of any awesome local talent, events or if you've produced something (we're sure it's going to be amazing!), please send us an email 🙂

Interviews and commentary on the local arts scene.  Including theatre, art house and commercial cinema, serious music, dance and movement.  What's on at galleries and festivals of all kinds.  New and emerging artists are welcome to call us. All press-releases should be sent to artsrational@coopradio.org. (But feel free to also continue to send them to Gerry Kowalenko). Interim coordinator Laurence: laurence@coopradio.org Producer extraordinaire on leave: Gerry Kowalenko at 604-681-4038 and gerrykowalenko@yahoo.ca If you want to join the team, drop us a line at artsrational@coopradio.org

Based on the unceded territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) first nations Rave music of all varieties. With hosts Apex Twink, Paperwave and guests. Acceleration

We are the Art of Beatz. We are Vancouver's home for electronic music of all shapes, sizes and speeds. We broadcast from Vancouver's only community radio station, CFRO 100.5 fm every Thursday night at midnight PST. We stream: www.coopradio.org. We podcast. Did we mention we love cake? Brought to you by DJ's Kuma and Motomasa.

A free form music show featuring a multitude of genres, entertainingly surprising. Or surprisingly entertaining. One of those.  Hosted by Jeffrey Cobb. 

Democracy Now! is an American, daily, independent, award-winning news program hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez.

A new current affairs and culture program, from the perspective of Vancouver Co-op Radio's Downtown Eastside neighbourhood, and covering social issues affecting all in our city.

Upbeat and highly rhythmic morning show. Wake up in an atmosphere of a village somewhere in Latin America with music and community information.  Produced in Spanish.  Hosted by Ramon Flores, Ricardo Rivera-Acevedo, Macarena Cataldo, Carlos Ascenico.

Take a trip to the Rock and Roll underworld with record collector Michael Willmore. A rock history show featuring all the musical genres that have poured into the rock mainstream. This is the first music show on co-op radio, running since 1975 and still going strong. Rock talk specializes in the hits that missed. Michael also does an online TV Show called ROCKINITIS. There are about 60 episodes on YOUTUBE.  Type in ROCKINITIS TV or click here and check it out!    

A mix of rebroadcasts of our favourite programs and music from our library.

Animal advocacy and compassionate living. From agriculture, vivisection, and fashion, to the "pet" trade, conservation, and objectification. Friendly tips on making cruelty-free choices, updates on news and local events, and interviews with activists, authors, lawyers, rescuers, philosophers, and scientists who are at the forefront of nonhuman advocacy and liberation struggles. Find all our podcasts along with links and videos at AnimalVoices.org, and drop us a line at info@AnimalVoices.org

From a troubled planet: environment and energy interviews, speeches and analysis from scientists, authors and artists. Disturbing entertainment for unique times. Hosted by Alex Smith, originating from CFRO, now broadcast on over 104 stations on 4 continents.

Celebrating musical diversity through improvisation since 1983.  With Nou Dadoun.

Vintage Blues - from the Mississippi Delta to the South Side of Chicago and all stops in between.

Co-op's Celtic music show takes you everywhere the Celts left their mark: Ireland, Scotland, Newfoundland, Cape Breton and beyond.  

"Once, as a child, in a state of elation as I ran along a street with my companions, I jumped in front of an old man and shouted in his face.  As my eyes met the old man's eyes, I saw he was in the midst of crying.  Only years later did I come to realize that I was shouting in my own face, and that the old man was me." Every Friday night, explore what lurks beneath the lens, with your host Adam.  

Ed Sullivan meets Saturday morning cartoons. Original music, reoccurring characters as well as what’s happening in the arts. Hosted by John McGie. New episodes on the 1st Friday of every Month.

Interviews, music, talk and play reading. Hosted by Jay Hamburger. New episodes every second Friday of the month.

Amazing interviews and music, with some of Canada's finest artists. Hosted by Jacques Lalonde. New Episodes every 4th Friday of the month.

Co-op Radio’s irony free no name radio show. Sometimes original, sometimes syndicated, always eclectic. Whatever we have lying around in the tickle trunk and is ripe for airing. New episodes on the 3rd and 5th Friday of every month.

Your connection to the underground electronic sound of the west coast and beyond.  With Kalashnikov & Sirena

Playing hit sounds from the 60s, 70s and some of the latest reggae in town. Hosts: Lynden V and Rocky.

Better Days is a vibrant mix of authentic folk and roots music, both current and traditional, from around the corner and around the world.  Hosted by Doug Lang. 

Make A Better World is connecting community activity to community radio, creating space for organizations and community members to express and further their work. We invite community groups and individuals to our studios and “make radio” around what they do in the community. We are committed to supporting the local communities and organizations who are doing tremendous work to bring people together and create change. If you want to be on the show or have an idea for a guest or a topic, contact us at connect@makeabetterworld.ca New episodes on the 1st Saturday of the month.

Talkin' Trash is a monthly radio show that looks at our garbage, waste, and everything related. The show is started by the facilitators and graduates of the Master Recycler Vancouver program, and dedicated volunteers of the Society Promoting Environmental Conservation (SPEC). Talkin' Trash began in the spring of 2016. To listen to past podcasts and more, visit http://www.masterrecyclervancouver.ca/. If you have ideas, suggestions or would like to get involved, drop us a line at radio@masterrecyclervancouver.ca. New episodes on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

Podcast and Radio show featuring BIPOC Leaders and BIPOC Resources. Love and respect, views expressed are my own ( @steve_sijenyi ) Follow @VanCityRising on Instagram to stay up to date on new content! New episodes on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.

Redeye is produced by an independent media collective at the studios of Coop Radio in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside.  The show has been on the air for over 45 years, providing high-quality public affairs and arts programming to listeners looking for a progressive take on current events. Pictured: (Some of) the Redeye crew, spanning the generations. We always welcome new members, and provide training and mentoring. We are always happy to meet people who are interested in joining the show. Drop us an email at redeye@coopradio.org.  If you want to work with our collective, we can train you in all aspects of producing alternative radio.

Bilingual Spanish/English public affairs program focusing on current Latin American politics, culture and music from a social justice perspective.  

This is Cannabis Science, a podcast dedicated to answering your most salient question about cannabis, it’s uses, preparations, products, and constituents using the most recent and proven scientific data from both industry and academic sources. Join Dr. Ricardo Rivera, a faculty member of the Department of Pharmacology at the University of British Columbia, and Dr. Macarena Cataldo, a chemical engineer and activist based in Vancouver, Canada. This podcast will be a nexus between science and the curious cannabis enthusiast. We will be taking a lighthearted, yet in-depth look into cannabis from an industry insiders’ perspective. Hear for yourself, join us at Cannabis Science. This is Cannabis Science made simple!

Amharic language current affairs and music.  

Amharic language current affairs and music.

A mix of rebroadcasts of our favourite programs and music from our library.

Your weekly connection to the  Philipino diaspora in Vancouver featuring talk, music and interviews in Tagalog and English.

Reggae music is the heartbeat of the people, when you hear the beat you got to move your feet. News and views with a cultural vibration.  With George Barrett.

The island sounds: soca, reggae, cro-American music, including gospel. With Mel Warner.

Reggae Xtended mix with Louie Sutherland. 

By, for and about the local Vietnamese-speaking community.  Produced in Vietnamese.  

Polish music interspersed with a healthy dose of news, cultural information, current events and sports. It's the perfect way to begin your Sundays.  Produced in Polish.  Contact us at: radiomiks[at]gmail[dot]com.

The conversation lab is about building bridges into our community and learning from each other. This project intersects with my PhD program with the Social Justice Institute at UBC.  Giving community groups, not for profit organizations, and changemakers a voice to talk about those things that are most important to them. I want to research and study the science, psychology, cultural, and emotional components of conversation, and what they have in common to gain insight and improve on existing knowledge of how we engage with each other whether about climate, race, gender, culture, politics, or social justice issues.  I believe this work can contribute to positive social change. The Conversation Lab is produced by CFRO FM (Co-op Radio) in Vancouver's downtown east side on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-waututh) Nations.

World Music from every corner and continent of the globe, with an emphasis on Asia and concentrating on the seldom-heard. "Co-op Radio's world music program All Over The Map is looking for music programmers to join our collective.  The show is on Sundays from 11am to 1pm.  We each do a show once per month, hosted in the English language but music from anywhere and everywhere.  The definition of 'world music' is up to you. Give us a call during the show if you are interested or send a message to community@coopradio.org".

A hearty, flavourful jazz and blues stew with a sprinkling of zesty worldbeat music on top. It's healthy - dig in!   As a general rule, the hosts are: First Sunday: Dinny Knowles Second Sunday: Paul Norton Third Sunday: An ENCORE Presentation Fourth Sunday: Jim Burnett Fifth Sunday (if there is one): A surprise! Contact info: oneoclockjump[at]paulnorton[dot]ca

Tune in every Sunday from 2:30 to 4 pm for the finest in traditional and contemporary bluegrass; old time music and real country on Coop Radio’s ‘In the Pines’. Several programmers each possessing unique tastes and passionate opinions present a compelling mix of vintage and contemporary recordings. From the early Opry days through the ‘dim lights, thick smoke, and loud, loud music’ of honkytonk, western swing, alt country (whatever that is). T; and then we throw in all manner of bluegrass and old time music  and you're right where we want you ... In The Pines! The show usually includes a weekly calendar of related LIVE events: local, regional and global, often with musical previews and some very good surprises featuring Canadian and local musicians. There is a weekly rotation that goes something like this: 1st Sunday – Kathleen Nisbet 2nd Sunday – Paul Norton & Sue Malcolm 3rd Sunday – Rob McGregor 4th Sunday – Jim Burnett - AKA The Stern Old Bachelor 5th Sunday – A Surprise! Tune in each and every week to see what’s happening.   Like us on Facebook. What’s not to like?  And check out our videos! Left to Right: Paul, Sue, Rob, Gwendolyn, Kathleen and Jim.

Hey ... it's ALL folk music! Scintillating hosts Jim Burnett, Dinny Knowles, Paul Norton and Jack Schuller play whatever in the world they want. 1st Sunday: Jack 2nd Sunday: Paul 3rd Sunday: Dinny 4th Sunday: Jim 5th Sunday (if there is one): Dinny Contact info: whatthefolk[at]paulnorton[dot]ca

Join DJ abdeliscious every Sunday from 5:30-7pm on Jabulani (Zulu word meaning Joy/Jubilation) as he explores the music of Africa and the African diaspora. You will hear old favorites, new explorations in beat and sound and interviews with artists who are pivotal in the world of all things African.  

A cultural documentary on Africa and the African diaspora. Music, culture, history, news, interviews, and upcoming events serving the interests of the African diaspora communities in BC and beyond. Hosted by Henry Mwandemere, Andre Durena, Willard Oliver and Gilbert Kimani. New contributors are always welcome. Contact community -at- coopradio -dot- org if you are interested.

Musical caffeine. A weekly mix of punk and indie spanning different eras with a particular focus on local and D.I.Y. Canadian artists. Hosted by Brett, longtime music enthusiast, bassist, and chatterbox.

Some of the best Latin music mixed by DJ Tony Escobar! Enjoy info, news and discussions about the Latin community in Vancouver.

Host Guy MacPherson and his trusty sidekick Sam Tonning talk to comedians, musicians, writers, actors... but mostly comedians. It's an hour of free-wheeling and sometimes scintillating conversation. On the air since 2004