activities · 21
what they do
direct service · 19
- At The Edge Experimental Music Program Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingBroadcasts the live weekly show "At The Edge" every Friday from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with a replay on Wednesdays at midnight, exploring electronic, ambient, and experimental sounds.
- Broadcast diverse radio programming Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingProduces and broadcasts a wide variety of non-commercial radio programs, including music across multiple genres (gospel, jazz, rock n' roll, Celtic, ambient, electronic, folk, blues, R&B, international), satirical commentary, health-focused discussions, and syndicated content from sources like Pacifica and PRX, reaching local and global audiences.
- Broadcast diverse radio programming Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingProduces and broadcasts a wide variety of non-commercial radio programs, including music shows (gospel, jazz, rock n' roll, Celtic, contemplative, electronic, ambient, experimental, folk, blues, R&B, international, local), satirical commentary on local news, health-focused discussions, and syndicated programs from independent sources like Pacifica and PRX. Programs are broadcast locally and live-streamed worldwide.
- Community-Produced Local ProgrammingSupports and broadcasts local programming produced by community members.
- Contemplative Music Radio Program Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingProduces and broadcasts a weekly program featuring contemplative music from jazz, ambient, electronic, and new age genres.
- DOC TALK Health ProgramBroadcasts "DOC TALK with Cynthia Anderson" every Monday from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM, with a repeat on Fridays from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM, focusing on health from a holistic perspective.
- Diverse Music Genre Broadcasting Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingBroadcasts a wide mix of music genres including Folk, Blues, Jazz, Ambient, Experimental, Rock, R&B, International, and local music.
- Document and share community eventsDocuments live performances and community events using video cameras and other equipment, then uploads the content to the organization's YouTube channel.
- Eclecti-Celt Cultural Radio Program Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingProduces and broadcasts the weekly "Eclecti-Celt" program featuring music, prose, poetry, and cultural content from Celtic nations and the Celtic Diaspora.
- Host live music programs Live In-Studio Performances & Artist InterviewsHosts a monthly live music program featuring performances and interviews with new artists, and documents these and other community events for their YouTube channel.
- KBRP's Weekly Magazine Program Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingBroadcasts "KBRP's Weekly Magazine" with Mike Thornton every Friday from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with a repeat on Tuesdays from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
- La Guerita Loca Music Potpourri Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingBroadcasts "La Guerita Loca Music Potpourri" with DJ Roxy every Saturday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with a repeat on Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to noon, featuring rock, reggae, blues, and zydeco music.
- Monthly Live Music and Artist Interview Program Live In-Studio Performances & Artist InterviewsHosts a monthly live music program featuring a 40–45 minute performance and a 15–20 minute interview with a new artist each month.
- Mule Mountain Mash-Up Radio Show Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingBroadcasts "Mule Mountain Mash-Up" with DJ Stevie Ray every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, with a repeat on Tuesdays from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Music Library Development Religious Music Streaming & DistributionUploaded over 75,000 music tracks into the MegaSeg software between 2010 and 2020 to support automated and live programming.
- Radio Broadcasting Operations and Infrastructure Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingEngages in live broadcasting, manages studio-to-transmitter technology, implements FCC rules, maintains a library and database, conducts fundraising, and operates from studios relocated over time to the Central School Project, Bisbee Royale, Bisbee Mercantile Building, and 400 Arizona Street in Warren, with antenna relocation in 2005 that more than doubled listenership.
- Satirical Local Commentary ProgramProduces a 30-minute weekly radio program offering satirical commentary on local life and news in Cochise County.
- Syndicated Independent Programming Non-Commercial Radio ProgrammingBroadcasts syndicated programs from independent sources such as Pacifica and PRX, including non-commercial content like Democracy Now (in English and Spanish) and This Way Out, both locally and via live-streaming worldwide.
- Weekly Gospel, Jazz, and Rock Radio Program Independent Music Radio ProgrammingHosts a weekly radio program featuring gospel, jazz, and rock n' roll music designed to inspire and uplift listeners.
capacity building · 2
- Acquire equipment for media production Instrument Loan ProgramsAcquired video cameras and additional equipment using grant funding and donations to support the documentation of performances and community events.
- Community Event and Performance DocumentationDocuments live performances and community events using video equipment funded by grants and donations, and uploads the recordings to the organization's YouTube channel.
strategies · 17
how they think
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- Artist showcase with integrated storytelling artist_showcase_with_interviewHighlights local and regional musical talent through a structured format that combines live performance with personal interviews, emphasizing both artistic expression and narrative depth.
- Automated diverse music programming automated music programmingUtilizes automated broadcasting software (MegaSeg, or "Meg") to deliver a wide variety of music without repetition, enabling diverse genre scheduling and consistent on-air presence.
- Community-Focused Broadcasting for Civic Engagement and Diversity community_radioThe organization operates as a non-profit, non-commercial community radio station, leveraging its platform to connect, inform, and empower the community by celebrating diversity in music and culture, fostering civic engagement, and providing an alternative to corporate media.
- Cultural preservation through radio storytelling and music cultural_preservation_through_radioPreserves and promotes the cultural heritage of the Celtic nations and their diaspora, as well as broader Americana traditions, through curated music, literature, spoken word, and storytelling programming.
- Curated Music Programming for Specific Listener Experiences curated_music_programmingThe organization uses carefully selected music genres and themes (e.g., gospel, jazz, rock n' roll, contemplative, experimental, Celtic, Americana) to create specific listener experiences, such as upliftment, cultural preservation, reflection, or engagement with boundary-pushing audio content.
- Curated music programming for diverse listener experiences curated_music_programmingThe organization uses curated music programming, including gospel, jazz, rock n' roll, Celtic, contemplative, electronic, ambient, and experimental genres, to create uplifting, reflective, and engaging listener experiences, aiming for a wide range of music without repeats.
- Curated music programming for emotional and cultural uplift music-based_upliftUses intentionally selected music genres—including gospel, jazz, rock n' roll, and experimental sounds—to create uplifting, reflective, or boundary-pushing listener experiences that foster emotional well-being and cultural connection.
- Engaging audiences through satirical commentary on local life satirical_commentaryThe organization uses satire as a mechanism to engage audiences in commentary on local life and news.
- Fostering community through diverse and independent radio programming community_radioThe organization connects, informs, and empowers the community by developing content that celebrates diversity in music and culture, fosters civic engagement and goodwill, and serves listeners not reflected in other regional media sources, providing an alternative to corporate media with independent views and music.
- Holistic Health Education through Expert Interviews holistic_health_educationThe organization addresses health concerns by interviewing local and distant health experts, providing a holistic perspective on health education to its listeners.
- Holistic health education through expert dialogue holistic health educationAddresses health and wellness by interviewing local and distant health experts from a holistic perspective, integrating mind-body-spirit approaches into public radio content.
- Holistic health education through expert interviews holistic_health_educationThe organization addresses health concerns and interviews local and distant health experts from a holistic perspective to educate its audience.
- Satirical Commentary for Local Engagement satirical_commentaryThe organization employs satire as a mechanism to engage audiences in commentary on local life and news, providing a unique perspective on community issues.
- Satirical and community-focused commentary for civic engagement community-focused_broadcastingEngages audiences through satirical takes on local life and news while producing content that celebrates diversity, fosters goodwill, and empowers underrepresented voices in the Bisbee and Cochise County community.
- Volunteer-Driven Operations volunteer_driven_operationsThe organization relies on dedicated volunteers to manage all aspects of the radio station, indicating a community-led and resource-efficient operational model.
- Volunteer-driven community radio model volunteer-driven_operationsOperates as a non-commercial, community-based radio station that relies entirely on dedicated volunteers to produce programming and manage operations, ensuring local ownership and participatory media.
- Volunteer-driven operational model volunteer_driven_operationsThe organization relies on dedicated volunteers to manage all aspects of the radio station, indicating a community-supported and collaborative operational approach.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Democracy Now
Carries the non-commercial news program Democracy Now in both English and Spanish for local and global audiences
Local Live Programming
Features live DJs and locally produced content including music, news, and community affairs programming created by residents of Bisbee
This Way Out
Broadcasts the LGBTQ+ international radio program "This Way Out" as part of its non-commercial programming lineup
relationships · 10
who they work with
- Backmarket Partner — Facilitated equipment donation for live music and community event documentation.
- Bisbee Mercantile Building Partner — Hosted the organization's office and broadcast studios from June 2021.
- Bisbee Royale Partner — Hosted the organization's office and broadcast studios from 2015.
- Central School Project Partner — Hosted the organization's antenna from 2005 and its office and broadcast studios from 2008 to 2015.
- Legacy Foundation of Southern Arizona Funder — Provided grant funding to support equipment acquisition for live music documentation.
- Michael Brown Partner — Host of the weekly radio program "At The Edge" on KBRP LP 96.1.
- Mixcloud Partner — Hosts archives of the organization's radio programs for on-demand listening.
- PRX Partner — Receives syndicated programming from PRX
- Pacifica Partner — Receives syndicated programming from Pacifica
- Sweetwater Partner — Facilitated equipment donation for live music and community event documentation.