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Rowan Radio On Demand

498 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

Rowan Radio operates out of Glassboro, New Jersey and online at rowanradio.com. Rowan Radio On Demand podcasts feature public affairs, sports, health, and other types of programming.

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The Rowan Report - 10/30/21

November 06, 2021 17:37 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on a giant drug bust on the Dark Web and Philadelphia continues it's mask mandates.

The Rowan Report - 10/23/21

November 06, 2021 17:33 - 26 minutes - 37 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on COVID restrictions returning in the UK and a NJ college issues a dire financial plea.

A Community Affair: Neal Asbury ‘80 on Mapping America

October 29, 2021 02:54 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MB

Ahead of his appearance at Rowan University, Neal Asbury '80 discusses his new book Mapping America: The Incredible Story and Stunning Hand-Colored Maps and Engravings that Created the United States. Also, Asbury talks about his career and how he cultivated his love of maps. 

A Community Affair: Rowan University‘s Center for Neurodiversity

October 21, 2021 03:46 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

On this month's episode of A Community Affair, join WGLS Public Affairs Director Sam Whalen as he talks with Dr. Amy Accardo, the Faculty Head of the Center for Neurodiversity on the campus of Rowan University. Dr. Accardo shares her personal insights into neurodiversity and what motivates her every day.

The Rowan Report - 10/16/21

October 18, 2021 22:34 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on kangaroos killed in Australia and Rowan University hosted the second NJ Gubernatorial Debate.

New Jersey Gubernatorial Debate -10/12/21

October 13, 2021 22:22 - 56 minutes - 78.1 MB

Rowan University hosted the New Jersey Gubernatorial Debate between Democratic incumbent Phil Murphy and Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli. The pair debated key issues prior to Election Day as the race for New Jersey Governor approaches its conclusion. 

The Rowan Report - 10/9/21

October 13, 2021 16:38 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on the youngest person to circumnavigate the Earth by plane and Baltimore's mayor recovering from COVID-19.

The Rowan Report - 10/2/21

October 13, 2021 16:31 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on a newly discovered dinosaur breed in Brazil and NJ Vaccine mega sites reopen.

The Rowan Report - 9/25/21

October 13, 2021 16:28 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on an earthquake hitting Australia, and a NJ YouTuber indicted on numerous felony counts.

Your Health Matters: Lawyer Andy Schlafly on Vaccine Mandates

October 01, 2021 17:34 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MB

Dr. Craig Wax is joined by New Jersey lawyer Andy Schlafly to discuss the legalities of vaccine mandates. 

A Community Affair: William J. Lewis on the Pine Barrens

September 28, 2021 17:59 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

This month's episode of "A Community Affair" where Public Affairs Director Sam Whalen speaks with local author William J. Lewis. Along the way, they discuss the rich culture of the Pine Barrens, how Lewis was inspired to write about his roots, and what it means to be a member of that community in 2021.

The Rowan Report - 9/18/21

September 28, 2021 17:54 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on unearthed relics in China dating back thousands of years, and police continue to look for a missing NJ girl.

The Rowan Report - 9/11/21

September 13, 2021 02:47 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on a the EU's new tighter restrictions on US travelers and PA governor's request for disaster assistance following Hurricane Ida.

The Rowan Report - 9/4/21

September 13, 2021 02:19 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on a German police raid on a suspected murderous biker gang and New Jersey's governor tours communities ravaged by Hurricane Ida.

The Rowan Report - 8/28/21

September 13, 2021 02:15 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on Vice-President Harris reaction to continued Kabul attacks, and the first group of Afghan refugees make their way to NJ.

Rowan Radio Remembers: The 9/11 Attacks

September 11, 2021 23:55 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Public Affairs Director, Sam Whalen, takes a look back at the 20th Anniversary of the September 11th tragedy. You’ll hear first hand accounts from a local broadcaster, professor, counselor, and student as they give their perspectives on that terrible day, and how they’re dealing with it now.

A Community Affair: Restaurant Business During COVID

August 27, 2021 15:58 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

On this month's installment of A Community Affair, Public Affairs Director Sam Whalen sits down with Shana Mastraduono, the owner of Shana's Wild Fig in Blackwood, New Jersey. The duo discuss how the restaurant was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and how Mastraduono kept going through all the difficult times. Tune in to A Community Affair, every third Saturday at 9AM on Rowan Radio 89.7WGLS FM and online at rowanradio.com.

The Rowan Report - 8/21/21

August 26, 2021 20:59 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on protecting the last Jewish synagogue in Afghanistan, and NJ's Governor Murphy is ahead in early polls.

The Rowan Report: 8/14/21

August 18, 2021 21:38 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on a Russian spy captured in Germany and mask mandates resume in the Philadelphia.

The Rowan Report: 8/7/21

August 18, 2021 21:20 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on a Chinese Panda giving birth and Baltimore Aquarium celebrating a milestone birthday.

Your Health Matters: Dr. Harvey Risch on COVID-19 Prevention and Herd Immunity

August 06, 2021 16:57 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

Dr. Harvey Risch of the Yale School of Medicine chats with host Dr. Craig Wax about ways to prevent COVID-19 and the concept of herd immunity. Also, Dr. Risch discusses COVID-19 treatment methods, vaccines, and more. 

The Rowan Report: 7/31/21

August 03, 2021 23:01 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on arrests made in a local Pat's Steaks shooting and a $20,000 Dorito chip discovery.

The Rowan Report - 7/24/21

July 25, 2021 03:13 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on six Polish swimmer being sent home from the Tokyo Olympics and Philadelphia's mayor says no state of emergency needed regarding rising gun violence.

Studio 89.7: Singer Elan Lea on the Recording Industry & Bee Gees

July 22, 2021 21:44 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Rowan University Adjunct Professor and host Paul Perrello welcomes South African and United Kingdom recording artist Elan Lea to the program to talk about his music, the recording industry overseas and how he was mentored by one of the Bee Gees in getting his musical career off the ground.

Your Health Matters: Dr. Li-Meng Yan on the Origins of COVID-19

July 21, 2021 16:50 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Dr. Craig Wax speaks with Dr. Li-Meng Yan, a Chinese virologist, about the possible origins of the SARS-CoV-2.

The Rowan Report - 7/17/21

July 19, 2021 16:37 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on a British soccer team receiving racial threats, and a NJ manufacturing plant schedules to close.

The Rowan Report - 7/10/21

July 19, 2021 16:29 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on an Australian woman falling victim to rats and a NJ man's racist altercation with his neighbor.

The Rowan Report - 7/3/21

July 19, 2021 16:18 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on the unveiling of a Princess Diana statue and the promotion of NJ's assistant Attorney General.

Masking The Music

July 02, 2021 21:46 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

The coronavirus has greatly affected the music industry, particularly its live performance and recording aspects. Experts in the industry speak about the pandemic's impact and how they and the industry are working to bounce back. Produced by Joshua Ticcino & Katherine Aretz.

The Rowan Report: 6/26/21

July 02, 2021 21:42 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on the oldest known shark attack and the disbanding of the organization Philly Pride.

Your Health Matters: Transformations to Good Health with Shawn Needham, RPh

June 30, 2021 16:51 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Host Dr. Craig Wax welcomes guest Shawn Needham to discuss transformations to health. Needham, a registered pharmacist, covers his background and talks about his personal journey to health transformation. 

The Rowan Report: 6/19/21

June 22, 2021 18:07 - 27 minutes - 37 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on a new COVID-19 strain spreading worldwide, and a Cape May, NJ councilman accused of cyber crimes.

The Rowan Report: 6/12/21

June 22, 2021 17:59 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on the president of France slapped in the face, and a man struck and killed by lightning at a local golf course.

Studio 89.7: Author Brad Meltzer on Writing & Superman

June 22, 2021 17:55 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MB

Rowan University Adjunct Professor and host Paul Perrello welcomes New York Times best-selling author Brad Meltzer to discuss his new book and his work on saving the home where Superman was born.

Your Health Matters: Dr. Peter McCullough on COVID-19 Vaccine Caveats

June 11, 2021 21:20 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

Cardiologist and epidemiologist Dr. Peter McCullough joins Dr. Craig Wax to talk about the COVID-19 vaccine. They discuss some of the issues presented by the vaccine and some of the myths surrounding it; and the concept of herd immunity. 

The Rowan Report - 6/5/21

June 07, 2021 19:52 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on reports of a Bird Flu outbreak in China, and NJ to end COVID-19 public emergency measures.

The Rowan Report - 5/29/21

June 07, 2021 19:39 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on political comparisons about COVID protocols to the holocaust, plans for Philly's "Made In America" Festival.

Varsity Pandemic

June 07, 2021 19:31 - 15 minutes - 34.5 MB

"Varsity Pandemic" dives into the effect that COVID-19 has had on high school sports. In particular, student athletes have missed out on experiences they have looked forward to their whole lives. Local students, their families and coaches talk about what was lost and how they will move forward. Produced by Dylan Hickerson & Jared Czukoski.

Concerts With Corona

June 07, 2021 19:29 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

"Concerts with Corona" gives listeners an inside perspective on the local music scene's struggle to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hear from a variety of musicians and concert promoters as they try to keep the music playing after being stripped of live performance opportunities. Produced by Joe Pidgeon and Nina Fratto.

A Community Affair - COVID Graduations

May 27, 2021 16:45 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

In this installment of A Community Affair, WGLS Public Affairs Director Sam Whalen looks at how local graduation ceremonies have been impacted by COVID-19. He sits down with three different guests to get their point of view on this time of year. Casey Holcombe, the production coordinator for Rowan University's graduation live streams, talks about the behind the scenes of managing a crew during these unprecedented times. From there, Sam talks with Kareem Abdelaal, a recent graduate of Rowan w...

The Rowan Report - 5/22/21

May 27, 2021 16:32 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on the Israeli/Palestine conflict and the largest cargo ship comes to port in NJ.

Dr. Ali Houshmand 2021 Commencement Message

May 27, 2021 15:58 - 5 minutes - 5.39 MB

Rowan University President Dr. Ali Houshmand addresses the graduating Class of 2021 during the Virtual Commencement Ceremony on May 08, 2021.

Dara Torres 2021 Commencement Address

May 16, 2021 17:35 - 9 minutes - 8.96 MB

Dara Torres, who is among the most decorated U.S. Olympians of all time, delivers Rowan University’s main Commencement address during a virtual ceremony Saturday, May 8th, 2021. Torres earned four gold, four silver and four bronze medals in Olympic swimming events but her passion and success in the pool often masked the many obstacles she overcame to get there including injuries, insecurities, eating disorders and bullying. Widely known for competing longer than most Olympic athletes, Torres...

The Rowan Report - 5/15/21

May 16, 2021 17:30 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on a school shooting in Russia, and NJ's public gathering restrictions are loosening. 

The Rowan Report - 5/8/21

May 14, 2021 04:37 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on NJ loosening COVID-19 restrictions and U.S. Representative Liz Cheney facing backlash from the GOP.

Studio 89.7 - Steven Ward: Tough Love Matchmaker

May 14, 2021 04:01 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Rowan University Adjunct Professor and host Paul Perrello welcomes author and reality TV host Steven Ward to discuss his work on VH 1’s Tough Love and his book Crash Course in Love.

The Rowan Report - 5/1/21

May 14, 2021 03:54 - 25 minutes - 23 MB

The Rowan Report is a weekly newscast that brings you a recap of the week's top headlines. This week's edition reports on New Jersey's plans to rescind COVID-19 restrictions, and President Biden's address to the joint session of Congress.

The Rowan Report: 4/24/21

April 26, 2021 21:58 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MB

The Rowan Report recaps the week's most important stories including the likelihood of vaccinated people getting infected again by COVID-19, the Biden administration surpassing the 200 million vaccine goal, Europe using the Johnson and Johnson vaccine, and more. 

The Rowan Report: 4/17/21

April 26, 2021 21:51 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MB

A new edition of The Rowan Report covers the week's top stories including the withdrawal of troops in Afghanistan, the halt of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, the funeral of Prince Philip, and more. 

Your Health Matters: COVID-19 & Spike Protein vs. Vector

April 24, 2021 04:55 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MB

Professor Kostantinos Poulas stops by the show to talk about COVID-19 and related topics. Along with host Dr. Craig Wax, he dives into the impact of vaccines including spike protein vs. vector.   

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