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In a letter dated March 10-17, Christopher Ferrantelli discussed the 6 1/2-hour block of KCBX public affairs programming that features material often referred to as “progressive� or “alternative.� The reference to the amount of time devoted to this genre gave the impression that some might consider this excessive.
A tally of the weekly programming hours (from 6 to 1 a.m.) creates a useful comparison: NPR news, 31; jazz, 26.5; classical, 27; other music, 25; talk/entertainment, 11.5, Board of Supervisors, 6. There is also overnight jazz.
For those who have listened to other public radio stations around the country, it becomes obvious that KCBX has established a unique eclectic schedule by mixing many hours of locally created programs with shows that are produced nationally.
There are many that I seldom, if ever, hear and some that I choose not to hear. However, I am grateful that this station has dedicated itself to putting forth a variety of entertaining and often thought-provoking choices.
As chair of the Community Advisory Council for the station, I hope that listeners will continue to make their voices heard and will continue to find enrichment in the bounty that is available.
Crissa Hewitt
San Luis Obispo
March 24, 2005 Opinion » Commentaries