Talk 94.5

Talk 94.5 calls itself a talk station, but the programming leans heavily into music. It's an odd mix, syndicated talk shows punctuated by blocks of pop and classic rock. The audio quality is rough at 32kbps, which gives everything a nostalgic AM radio feel. Somehow that fits the station's unpolished character. You'll hear Fleetwood Mac's 'Dreams' followed by a heated debate about local politics. The music selection feels automated, no DJs to give context, but the randomness can be charming. One minute it's Taylor Swift, the next it's Led Zeppelin. It's not curated, it's chaotic. And that's exa…