Episode notes
In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living Radio, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian sit down with maestro, musician, and public media champion Kermit Poling, General Manager of Red River Radio. With public broadcasting funding under national scrutiny, Kermit opens up about what’s at stake—locally and beyond.
Discover the incredible reach of Red River Radio’s diverse programming, from classical music to health and spirituality, and how stations like KDAQ and KSCL serve as vital lifelines to rural communities, nursing homes, and those without internet access.
This inspiring conversation blends history, heartfelt stories, and a passionate call to action: to protect the educational, cultural, and healing power of non-commercial radio.
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