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KALW's broadcast is pre-recorded until Tuesday, September 22nd, as we transition our operations to The People's Studio. Until then, some of our regular programming will be disrupted.
Director's Report
Once every quarter

Hear the latest directly from our Executive Director once every quarter. It's also your chance to ask questions.

  • December 2025: Director's Report with James Kass
    James speaks with listeners and shares how KALW is planning for 2026 and preparing to move into our new home at the People's Studio.
  • Director's Report with James Kass: December 2025
    James sits down with Crosscurrents host Hana Baba to talk about how KALW is meeting this moment and preparing for the future.
  • November 2022: Director's Report with Ben Trefny
    KALW's Interim Executive Director shares information about the station's programming changes.
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    June 2022: Director's Report with Ben Trefny
    On Thursday, June 16, 2022, Interim Executive Director Ben Trefny continued an old KALW tradition: the Manager's Report (renamed the Director's Report). He chatted with Editorial Operations Manager Shereen Adel and talked extensively about how programming decisions are made. He also answered questions live on-air.
  • March 2022: Director's Report with Ben Trefny
    On Thursday, March 24, 2022, Interim Executive Director Ben Trefny continued an old KALW tradition: the Manager's Report (renamed the Director's Report). He talked extensively about his first few months in the role, his vision for the station and what listeners can expect. He also answered questions live on-air.