Interlochen Public Radio 🇺🇸

Interlochen Public Radio (IPR), owned and operated by the Interlochen Center for the Arts, serves northern Michigan with high-quality classical music, news, and arts programming. IPR is affiliated with NPR, PRI, and APM, ensuring national and international news coverage. The station broadcasts to Traverse City, Petoskey, Cadillac, and surrounding communities, while its online streaming provides global access. IPR distinguishes itself through its diverse programming, emphasizing classical music from masterpieces to emerging artists, often featuring live performances from the Interlochen Arts Academy. Comprehensive news coverage includes national and international updates from NPR, coupled with local news and public affairs programs. Furthermore, reflecting its arts center ties, IPR explores music, theater, visual arts, and literature. IPR operates two distinct stations: IPR Classical, dedicated to classical music, and IPR News Radio, focused on news, talk, and information. Popular NPR talk shows such as *Morning Edition*, *All Things Considered*, *Fresh Air*, and *Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!* are also broadcast. Community involvement is a priority, with partnerships to produce local events, educational resources, and arts promotion. Funding is secured through listener donations, corporate sponsorships, grants, and support from the Interlochen Center for the Arts. IPR’s connection to the Interlochen Arts Academy provides a platform for student and faculty talent, enriching its programming and providing opportunities for young artists.