Best Weekend Jazz Programming Podcasts (2026)

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St. Stephen's Episcopal Church/Wilkes-Barre; Mark Laubach; December 30 2025 25:14

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Canon Mark Laubach speaking in 2022 about Cesar Franck at the time of the200th anniversary of the composer's birth.Friday, January 2, 2026 is the 40thanniversary of Laubach's tenure asorganist and choirmaster at St. Stephen'sEpiscopal Church in Wilkes-Barre.There will be a special service to celebratethe occasion on Sunday, January 4th at9:30 am at…

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Blue Heron Book Works; Bathsheba Monk; December 29 2025 28:09

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Bathsheba Monk, novelist, playwright, editor, publisher,& illustrator, speaking about her writing life and her recentgraphic novel, "Memories of the Year 2000," issued byBlue Heron Book Works, a small independent press in theLehigh Valley founded by Monk. For more information:www.bathshebamonk.com/ or www.blueheronbookworks.com/…

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The Number Ones of 2025, Part 2 | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown 1:53:37

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The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown continues its year-end celebration with The Number Ones of 2025, Part 2 — the high-stakes finale counting down the Top 20 songs of the year, including the longest-running #1 smooth jazz hits of 2025. Broadcast from the KUNV studios on the UNLV campus, host Pamela Black takes listeners deeper into the countdown, ran…

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Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple; John Cardoni; December 23 2025 33:52

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John Cardoni; General Manager of the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple,speaking about the history of the building, its layout and the recent major restoration project that was funded by the Commonwealth of PA's Department of General Services.Broadway Theatre League of Northeastern PA has recently merged with the SCC, and the2025-2026 s…

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Bob Eckstein; "Illustrated History of the Snowman"; December 22 2025 21:11

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Bob Eckstein, NY Times best-selling author; illustrator; cartoonist,speaking about "The Illustrated History of the Snowman"issued by Globe Pequot in 2018.For more information: www.bobeckstein.com/The interview first aired on WVIA on October 8, 2018.

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The Number Ones of 2025, Part 1 | Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown 1:52:58

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The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown kicks off a special two-part year-end celebration with The Number Ones of 2025, Part 1 — a coast-to-coast journey through every song that reached #1 on the Smooth Jazz charts this year. Broadcast from the KUNV studios on the UNLV campus, host Pamela Black begins the countdown at #35 and works up to #21, ranking eac…

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"Almanac: A Murmuration"; Christine Gelineau; December 19 2025 38:46

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Christine Gelineau, award-winning poet/author and faculty memberin the Maslow Family Graduate Program in Creative Writing at WilkesUniversity in Wilkes-Barre, speaking with us about her recentmemoir/poetic meditation, Almanac: A Murmuration, issued byExcelsior Editions, an imprint of the State Universityof NY Press. She also read from the opening c…

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Ballet Center at Wilkes University; Ava Smith; Charlotte Smith; Jamie Smith; December 18 2025 16:52

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Dancers Ava Smith, Klara, & Charlotte Smith, Fritz,with photographer Jamie Smith, their father, speakingabout the 2025 production of The Nutcracker to be presentedby The Ballet Center at the Wilkes University Conservatory atthe Dorothy Dickson Darte Center on the Wilkes campus.Performances Friday, Dec. 19th at 7 pm; Saturday, Dec. 20that 7 pm, & Su…

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Scranton Shakespeare Festival; Joe McGurl; Kelly Jean Graham; December 17 2025 20:36

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Joe McGurl, director/writer, and Kelly Jean Graham, actor/choreographer, speakingabout the 4th annual Panto presented by the Scranton Shakespeare Festival."Sleeping Beauty" will be offered Friday, December 19, 2025, at 6:00 pm;Saturday, December 20th at 6:00 pm; and Sunday, December 21st at 2:00 pm,at the Shakes Space at the Marketplace at Steamtow…

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NEPA Philharmonic Holiday Concert; Chason Goldschmitz; December 16 2025 22:40

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Chason Goldschmitz, Executive Director of the NEPA Philharmonic,speaking about the continuing success of the 2025-26 seasonand "The Snowman in Concert" program on Saturday, December 20that 7 pm at the FM Kirby Center in downtown Wilkes-Barre.Two animated short films--The Snowman & The Snowman and theSnowdog--will be shown on the big screen while th…

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Broadway In Scranton; 2025-2026; Ali Basalyga; December 15 2025 20:49

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Ali Basalyga, Manager of Social Media atNAC Entertainment, speaking about the 2025-2026 Broadway in Scranton season that willcontinue December 19 through the 21 with"The Book of Mormon"--shows 12/19 @ 7:30 pm;12/20 @ 2:00 & 7:30 pm; 12/21 @ 1:00 & 6:30 pm.Other shows in the series include: "Kinky Boots";"Chicago"; "Clue"; and "The Music Man". Perfo…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown — December 13, 2025 1:51:47

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In this week’s episode of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, host Pamela Black guides listeners through the 20 smoothest contemporary jazz tracks in the nation, broadcasting from the KU NV studios on the campus of UNLV. This holiday edition features powerful chart movement, standout new releases, and beloved favorites, all curated from Mediabase ai…

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"A Lyric Consort Christmas"; Christopher Gallo; December 08 2025 11:12

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Christopher Gallo, Musical Director of the Lyric Consort, speaking about the ensemble's2025 holiday concert, "A Lyric Consort Christmas," to be presented Saturday, December 13th at 7:30 pm, at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 232 Wyoming Avenue in downtown Scranton. A free will donation will be accepted. For more information:www.lyricconsort.org/…

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Jubilate Choir & Orchestra; Alan Hack; David Hamilton; December 12 2025 15:48

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Dr. Alan Hack, Founder, Music Director & Conductor of the Jubilate Choir & Orchestra,and Dr. David Hamilton, President of the Board, speaking about the 20th Anniversary Christmas Concert, "Christmas Through the Years," on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 7:00 pm, and Sunday, December 14 at 3:00 pm, at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 123 Market Street i…

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Gaslight Theatre; Jason Alfano; Dane Bower; December 12 2025 17:45

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.Jason Alfano, director; Dane Bower, actor, speaking about the 2025 Gaslight Theatre Holiday production of "Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some) that will runfrom December 11th through December 14th at the Maffei Theatre at King's College in Wilkes-Barre. Shows the 11th, 12th & 13th at 7:30 pm; with at Sunday matinee. For more informatio…

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A Lewisburg Victorian Nutcracker; Amy Casimir; Trey Casimir; December 11 2025 22:23

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Amy Casimir, Founder & Artistic Director of StrictlyBallet, and Trey Casimir, Producer, speaking about"A Lewisburg Victorian Nutcracker" in its 8th seasonas a co-production of Strictly Ballet and RiverstageCommunity Theatre. There will be performanceson Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 2:00 & 7:00 pm,at the Greenspace Center, 815 Market Street in Le…

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Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre; "A Christmas Carol"; Claire Joelle; December 09 2025 21:52

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Claire Joelle, Director, speaking about the 2025 holiday production of "A Christmas Carol"adapted by Romulus Linney, to be presented by the Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre fromDecember 12th through 21st. Showtimes Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 pm,Sundays at 3:00 pm. The Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre is located at 537 N. Main Street.www.ltwb.org/ 570-…

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Everhart Museum; Repurposed Fashion; Maureen McGuigan; Chris McClatchy; Liz Tilley; Dec 8 2025 29:50

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Maureen McGuigan, Director of Arts & Culture forLackawanna County, and Chris McClatchy, Scranton Recycling &Safety Coordinator, speaking about the Repurposed FashionShow on Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Everhart Museum inScranton, from 6 to 9 pm. The event is a benefit for Swap Scranton& Friends of the Poor & Catherine McAuley Center. Artist Li…

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The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black – December 6, 2025 1:55:58

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Step inside another high-roller edition of The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black, recorded at the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV. This week’s show delivers the 20 smoothest contemporary jazz hits in the country, featuring big chart movers, new debuts, and the artists shaping today’s Smooth Jazz sound. From legendary icons to risin…

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Gallery at 530 Main; Jack Swersie; December 5 2025 17:18

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Jack Swersie, co-founder & committee member of the Gallery at 530 Mainspeaking about the historyof the initiative on the occasion of the FirstAnniversary Exhibition taking place fromDecember 13, 2025 to February 14, 2026.There will be an opening reception on Saturday,December 13th from 4:00 to 8:00 pm.Facebook.com/Gallery-at-530-Mainwww.shermanthea…

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Lackawanna County Arts & Culture/2025 Winter Market; Maureen McGuigan; Dec 4 2025 18:09

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Maureen McGuigan, Director of Arts and Culture for LackawannaCounty, speaking about the 2025 Winter Market taking place onCourthouse Square in downtown Scranton on December 5th, 6thand 7th. There will be over 50 venders, music throughout theevent, theater presented by Scranton Fringe, and many activitiesfor children. There is no admission fee.On Th…

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Circle Center for the Arts; William Chickillo; December 03 2025 29:56

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William Chickillo, award-winning artist from NEPA, speaking about hiswork in connection with the exhibition titled, "Watershed,"running now through December 19, 2025, at the Circle Center for the Arts,30 Rear South Franklin Street in downtown Wilkes-Barre.www.wyomingvalleyartleague.org/ www.skylakegallery.com/.…

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Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg; Tim Keller; Chanticleer; December 1 2025 25:11

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Tim Keller, Music Director of the Grammy Award-winning vocalensemble Chanticleer, speaking about the group's new holidayalbum, "Joy to the World," on the Delos label, in anticipationof a concert on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 7:30 pm,at Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg in Haas Centerfor the Arts, Mitrani Hall. The ensemble will performselectio…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - November 29th, 2025 1:54:20

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black – November 29, 2025 Support the show this GIVING TUESDAY - https://tinyurl.com/SupportSmooth Get ready for another smooth and soulful ride as Pamela Black counts down the Top 20 Smooth Jazz tracks in America on this week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, recorded from the KU NV Studios on the campus of…

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Arcadia Chorale Holiday Concerts; Matthew Rupcich; November 26 2025 26:02

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Matthew Rupcich, Music Director & Conductor of the Arcadia Chorale, speaking aboutthe 2025 Holiday Concerts: "The Coming of the King: Sacred Songs for Hanukkah, Advent & Christmas." There will be performances December 6th at 3pm at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Wilkes-Barre; December 7th at 3 pm at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Scranton; and o…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - November 22nd, 2025 1:54:24

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In this week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, host Pamela Black delivers another smooth and sophisticated journey through the Top 20 smooth jazz songs in America, based on real nationwide airplay. Recorded at the KUNV studios in Las Vegas, this episode blends new chart movers, rising stars, veteran powerhouses, and exclusive artist spotlights—all c…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - November 15th, 2025 1:52:52

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This week’s Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown with Pamela Black delivers a high-energy trip through the 20 biggest smooth jazz hits in the nation, straight from the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV. Pamela brings her signature warmth, flair, and Las Vegas polish as she guides listeners through rising stars, returning favorites, and major movers on th…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - November 8th, 2025 1:57:08

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From the KUNV Studios on the campus of UNLV, host Pamela Black counts down the 20 smoothest jazz songs in America — the official Mediabase chart of the week. This episode celebrates a season of rising stars and timeless legends. Saxophonist Najee, joined by Brian Simpson, holds the top spot with “Salvador.” Close behind, Adrian Crutchfield’s Sooo G…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - November 1st, 2025 1:53:28

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown — Week Ending November 1, 2025 Join Pamela Black from the KU-NV studios on the campus of UNLV for the smoothest show in America — counting down the 20 biggest smooth jazz hits from coast to coast. This week’s lineup delivers a perfect blend of chart-topping icons, rising stars, and timeless legends. Hear fresh grooves …

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - October 25th, 2025 1:53:07

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From the KUNV 91.5 FM studios on the campus of UNLV, host Pamela Black takes listeners on another silky-smooth ride through the Top 20 Smooth Jazz songs in America, as ranked by Mediabase Airplay. This week’s countdown features standout performances from Ryan LaValette (“London Nights”), Lisa Addeo (“Lipstick and Moonlight”), Nathan Mitchell, PJ Sp…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - October 18th 2025 1:56:43

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – October 18, 2025 Hosted by Pamela Black | Produced by Jason Beatty | Recorded at the KUNV Studios, UNLV Step into the groove with another chart-topping edition of The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, where Pamela Black brings you the 20 smoothest tracks shaping contemporary jazz nationwide. This week’s show delivers an…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - October 11th, 2025 1:52:29

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From the KUNV studios at UNLV, Pamela Black guides your Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown through 20 of the week’s smoothest spins. The ride starts with Darren Rahn at #20 (“Light of the World”) and rolls through Norman Brown, Blake Aaron, Jazz Funk Soul, and a horn-powered blast from Dave Koz & Summer Horns on “Vehicle.” Mid-chart movers include Lisa …

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - October 4th 2025 1:54:51

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🎷 Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown – October 4, 2025 Get ready for another star-studded edition of the Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, your trusted guide to the top 20 smooth jazz songs shaping the airwaves! Host Pamela Black takes you coast to coast through this week’s chart, featuring the freshest grooves, rising stars, and timeless legends of contem…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown September 28th, 2025 1:57:11

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From the KUNV studios at UNLV, Pamela Black guides you through the smoothest countdown in America—20 to 1—with fresh grooves, big movers, and a few surprises. This week features chart momentum from Blake Aaron (“Dare to Fly”), Quintin Gerard W. (“Streets of Gold”), and Jeff Ryan (“Missing Your Love”), plus an artist spotlight on Darren Rahn (“Light…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown -September 20th 2025 1:57:01

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This week on the Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown, Pamela Black takes you coast to coast with the smoothest sounds in America. From rising stars to genre icons, the countdown is packed with fresh grooves, big moves, and a few surprises along the way. Highlights include Kim Waters kicking things off at #20 with his soulful sax, Quentin Gerard W.’s…

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September 13th, 2025 - Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown 1:53:03

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This week’s Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown takes you on a soulful ride through the smoothest tracks in the country, recorded live from the KUNV studios at UNLV. Hosted by Pamela Black, the countdown delivers fresh grooves, big moves, and plenty of surprises. We start at #20 with Bay Area saxophonist Greg Chambers and his soulful “LA Sunset,” th…

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - September 6th 2025 1:54:14

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Join Pamela Black from the KUNV studios in Las Vegas for another edition of The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown, your definitive guide to the top 20 smooth jazz songs of the week. This episode features fresh grooves and chart-topping favorites from artists like Kim Scott, Brian Culbertson, Najee, Nicholas Cole, Pamela Williams, Norman Brown, Michael …

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Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown - August 30th 2025 1:55:03

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From the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV, Pamela Black counts down the 20 smoothest jazz songs in America on The Weekend Smooth Jazz Countdown. This week’s chart is packed with fresh grooves, big leaps, and superstar performances from legends and rising stars alike. Eric Darius claims the number one spot with “Too Good 2 Let Go,” while standout …

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August 23rd 2025 - Back to Campus w/ Sean U 1:48:23

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On this special Back to Campus edition of the Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown, guest host Sean U steps in for the legendary Pamela Black to guide you through the smoothest charting jazz songs from coast to coast. Broadcasting from the KUNV studios on the campus of UNLV, Sean celebrates the start of the Fall 2025 semester with a mix of rising hit…

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Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown - August 16th, 2025 1:56:18

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🎷 Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown – August 16, 2025 Hosted by Pamela Black | Produced by Wesley Knight With coast-to-coast chart data from Mediabase, this episode blends deep grooves, artist insights, and pure smooth jazz excellence. Whether you’re driving, relaxing, or just vibing out—this is your sonic soul food. Week Ending: August 16, 2025 H…

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Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown - August 9th, 2025 1:54:52

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🎷 Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown – August 9, 2025 Hosted by Pamela Black | Produced by Jason Beatty Get ready to turn up the heat with this week’s red-hot edition of the Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown! From soulful saxophones to lush keys and a history-making bassist at #1, Pamela Black guides you through the nation’s most played smooth jaz…

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Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown – Mindy Abair Hits #1, Tributes to Chuck Mangione (August 2nd, 2025) 1:51:19

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This week on the Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown with Pamela Black, the groove is on fire as we celebrate chart-toppers, big movers, and heartfelt tributes. Mindy Abair claims the #1 spot with her Catalina-inspired hit Ooh-Ah Catalina, while Kim Waters, Ryan LaValette, and Nicholas Cole keep the energy flowing in the top five. We also pause to h…

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Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown - July 26th 2025 1:50:16

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On this week’s Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown, Ryan La Valette holds the top spot with his undeniable hit Release Me, while Mindi Abair’s breezy Catalina-inspired Oooh-Aah makes a strong push at #2. Phylicia Rae and Norman Brown team up on the soulful No Regrets, landing at #3, and Nicholas Cole’s lush Blue Magic keeps climbing. We’ve got dual …

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Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown - July 19th 2025 1:48:35

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🎷 Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown Week of June 19th 2025 Aloha to our new affiliate Hawaiian Pacific Radio KCCZ in Maui Ryan La Valette – Release Me Mindi Abair – Oooh-Aah (Catalina) Phylicia Rae – No Regrets (feat. Norman Brown) Richard Elliot – Straight Up Down Deepak Thettu – Timeless Love Saxl Rose – Sunset (feat. Kayla Waters) Kim Waters – …

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Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown - July 12th 2025 1:49:15

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🎷 SMOOTH JAZZ RADIO TOP 20 COUNTDOWN 🎷 July 12th 2025 20. Michael Broening – Together Again 19. J. White – On Ya Feet 18. Adam Hawley – Absolute Love f/Judah Sealy 17. Greg Manning – Now And Forever 16. Bob James & Dave Koz – New Hope 15. Greg Chambers – LA Sunset 14. Nicholas Cole – Blue Magic 13. Kim Waters – The Pacemaker 12. Brian Simpson – Und…

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Smooth Jazz Radio T20 - Songs of Summer...so far 1:43:04

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🎷 Happy Smooth Jazz Summer! 🎷 This week, it's a special edition of the Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown! Smooth jazz sensation Michael Mani is guest-hosting the count of the Top 20 Songs of the Smooth Jazz Summer (so far)—just in time for a soulful 4th of July weekend! 🎧 Tune in live or stream the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. 🟣 Th…

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Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown - June 28th 2025 1:49:39

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Pamela Black is back with another edition of the Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown, and this week, there's a brand-new number one song! 🎷 Catch the countdown live every Saturday at 10:00 a.m. on 91.5 Jazz and More, featuring: The 20 biggest smooth jazz songs of the week A touch of vintage smooth Our "Safe Bet" pick — a track destined to break into…

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Smooth Jazz Radio - T20 June 21st 2025 1:52:24

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20. Weekend Games – Rob Zinn f/ Michael Paulo ➡️ YouTube (Facebook Trailer) 19. LA Sunset – Greg Chambers ➡️ YouTube 18. Turn Another Corner – Doug Jones ➡️ YouTube 17. Expansions – Jazz in Pink ➡️ YouTube 16. The Pacemaker – Kim Waters ➡️ YouTube 15. New Hope – Bob James & Dave Koz ➡️ YouTube 14. Oooh‑Aah (Catalina) – Mindi Abair ➡️ (No direct lin…

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SJR Top 20 - June 14th 2025 1:51:34

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🎷 Smooth Jazz Radio Top 20 Countdown (with YouTube Links) 20. Kim Waters – The Pacemaker ➡️ YouTube 19. Rob Zinn ft. Michael Paulo – Weekend Games ➡️ YouTube (Facebook Trailer) 18. Jazz in Pink – Expansions ➡️ YouTube 17. Bob James & Dave Koz – New Hope ➡️ YouTube 16. Brian Simpson – Under The Stars ➡️ YouTube 15. Ryan La Valette – Release Me ➡️ Yo…

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The Vegas Jazz Countdown - June 7th 2025 1:49:21

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🎷 It’s the first Smooth Jazz Countdown of the summer—welcome to the Vegas Jazz Countdown! This week, we crowned a brand-new number one: Vincent Ingala’s “Let’s Get To It.” 🎶 Catch the full countdown every Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon—or stream it anytime, anywhere, on your favorite podcast platform. 20. Special EFX – "Meant To Be" (feat. Chieli Mi…

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