Every Monday night from 6-9PM Max's in Burlingame offers free entertainment in the form of the Afterglow Jazz Jam hosted by KCSM's Chris Cortez. A diverse mix of Jazz fans, out of town diners, and fantastic local musicians of all levels embark weekly on a night of good vibes, swinging music and community. "Passing on the tradition and having the young cats swing with the veterans is what it's all about" says Chris. Dust off your ax and come on down for a warm and fun night of unexpected bright moments in music.

On June 15, 2024 KCSM Radio Station Manager Dr. Robert A. Franklin joined KCSM On-Air Host Leslie Stoval at the Tiburon Juneteenth Freedom Celebration. It was a great afternoon with Harold Jones, regarded as the finest drummer in the world and his 18-piece big band The Bossmen kicking off the festivities. Former Vice Mayor Noah Griffin read poetry with noted poet, activist, educator, orator and consultant Amber Allen-Pierson. There were games and face-painting for the kids, Swahili Spot providing Tanzanian food along with downtown Tiburon restaurants such as Sam's, Bungalow Kitchen, Malibu Farms, Waypoint Pizza, Servino, Salt & Pepper, Caviar Co and an Ethiopian coffee ceremony.We hope you will consider participating in this event next year!

Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton have individually and collectively won, Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and on and on. Emma’s father, costume, set and production designer, Tony Walton—who passed away in 2022--won three Tony's, an Academy Award and an Emmy. Yes, it’s a talented family. Emma and Julie have written thirty-five children’s books, many illustrated by Tony. Their latest, Waiting in the Wings, is based on a family of ducks who took up residence outside Bay Street Theater in Sag Harbor, NY, the theater Emma started with her husband Steven Hamilton and Cybil Christopher in 1991. Tony Walton generously agreed to be my first guest on Jazz Inspired, twenty-five years ago, so having Emma and Julie on now is a wonderful way for me to celebrate Waiting in the Wings, and 25 years--so far--of Jazz Inspired.

Guests: Jason Moore discusses the Black Cat Supper Club, an intimate jazz supper club located in San Francisco’s historic jazz district, the Tenderloin. Also, Rabbi Batshir Torchio and Gayle Lidman, Jewish Community Center of San Francisco talk about the Jewish Community Center's programs and events, as well as their impact on the community.

Part 2 of "Denny Zeitlin: A 60 Year Recording Retrospective." With Denny, the great pianist/composer, curating all of the music, and joining us in the studio to tell the continuing story of his extraordinary 60 year recording career. In this segment he takes us from 1998 to the present. In the company of Buster Williams, Al Foster, Matt Wilson, George Marsh, and playing solo piano. Hope you can join us.

Tommy Brown is one of the unsung blues shouters of the Rhythm & Blues Era. His only two charting records were done with the Griffin Brothers on Dot Records in 1951. He'll always be remembered for the #1 smash, "Weepin' & Cryin'," but Brown had so many tremendous records under his own name that we just had to feature an entire program on Tommy Brown. Raised in a small Georgia town, Brown took to performing at an early age and was soon headlining clubs in Atlanta. In 1950, he got a contract with Savoy Records and recorded his first record, "Atlanta Boogie." After his 2 hits with the Griffin Brothers in '51, Brown jumped around, working with all-star bands and recording for United, Pearl, King and Imperial. This week we shine a light on Brown's fantastic career, so come along for the ride and bring your your V-8, baby!

Anthony Heilbut (The Gospel Sound) discusses the life and legacy of the late singer and actor Ella Mitchell, who gospel fans will know best as a member of the Gospel All Stars. Find out Ella's connection with such artists as Brother John Sellers, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Rev. James Cleveland, and Alicia Keys.

The Art of Healing: Finding strength through Frida Kahlo. This week on Making Contact we take a look at one of the most prolific Mexican artists, Frida Kahlo, and how she inspired the Latina artist collective “The Phoenix Fridas.” Producer Anthony Wallace tells the story of Thania Betancourt Alcazar, a member of The Phoenix Fridas, in a piece brought to us by In Confianza, with Pulso. Alcazar discovered a lifeline in the art of Frida Kahlo and her artistic message of resilience and empowerment. Alcazar shares her experience being a Mexican immigrant, her feeling of being an outcast, and finally feeling seen as she saw herself and her culture reflected in the rising popularity of Frida Kahlo and her art in the U.S.

Sameer Gupta is the son of Indian and American heritage. Gupta plays the Tabla. He is known as one of the few percussionists simultaneously representing the traditions of American jazz on drum set and Indian classical music on table. Gupta shares his thoughts on his music and some of his role models like Zakir Hussain, pre-eminent classical tabla virtuoso of our time.

Phoebe Barnard, the visionary founder of the Stable Planet Alliance delves into her groundbreaking work in public policy, national development, and filmmaking.