Show overview
Sonic Smörgåsbord launched in 2025 and has put out 32 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 70 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 2nd season.
Episodes typically run over ninety minutes — most land between 2h and 2h 28m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Music show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 days ago, with 16 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Jeff O.
From the publisher
Sonic Smörgåsbord serves up a mix of punk sounds and stories that connect scenes, eras, and ideas. Each show blends raw classics, underground gems, and new releases that push boundaries while keeping the DIY spirit alive.Through interviews with artists, organizers, and fans, Sonic Smörgåsbord explores how punk continues to unite people across generations and movements—from zine culture to protest lines.Tune in for a fast, fearless journey through music that resists, rebuilds, and refuses to fade.Friday at Noon
Latest Episodes
View all 32 episodesKPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 05/15/26 - "Ben Carter Interview - 90's Portland Throwback"
KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 05/08/26 - "A Few Kagaroos Loose In The Top Paddock!"
KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 05/01/26 - "I Dream of Wires!"
KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 042426 - "The Hellflowers Interview"
KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 04/17/26 - "Try To Detect It!"
KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 4/10/26 - "Hands Off My Rickenbacker!"
S2 Ep 12KPCR SONIC SMORGASBORD 040326 - "Christina Eskew Interview"
All about Christina!
S2 Ep 10KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 03/27/26 - "Not Your Bro's Country."
Dark Country. Songs about addiction, murder, and similar dark subject matter. It's the GOOD kind of Country music!
KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 3/20/26 - "The Cure For What Ails Ya!"
Live Music Is Good For Your Health! Toady's show is a tribute to the partner venues that provide tickets for shows to give away on the station. We gave away, or will be giving away tickets for all of the artists played on today's Sonic Smorgasbord show. Thank You KPCR Ticket Giveaway Partners!
S2 Ep 8KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 03/13/2026 - "What Is It Good For?"
Songs about or relating to fucking war.
S2 Ep 6KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 03/06/26 - "Holiday In Teslandia"
Old School SF and East Bay Punk Rock!
S2 Ep 4KPCR Sobnic Smorgasbord 02/13/2026 - "Don't Blame Jason!"
Friday The 13th! Music about superstition!
S2 Ep 5KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 02/27/2026 - "Daniel Roberts Interview"
Interview with the man the myth! Plus, I asked Daniel to select some songs to play and discuss throughout the interview.
S2 Ep 3KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 010626 "The Spirit of Pirate Cat Radio"
A tribute to KPCR Pirate Cat Radio
S2 Ep 2KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 011626 "Fare Thee Well Now"
In memoriam show featuring artists who passed away in 2025
S2 Ep 1KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 010926 - "Get To Know Your KPCR DJ and Support Your Local Live Music Venues!"
Musci from bands I saw live in 2025
KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 121925 - "All I Want For Christmas Is Non-Traditional Holiday Music!"
Non-traditional holiday music! LOTS of Frozen Frequencies plugs
S1 Ep 16KPCR Sonic Smogasbord 121125 - "It's Begginning To Look A Lot Like A Totally Non-Traditional Holiday!"
Unorthodox holiday music!
S1 Ep 15KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 120525 "Have Yourself A Merry Little Unorthodox Holiday!"
Non-traditional Holiday Music!
S1 Ep 14KPCR Sonic Smorgasbord 112825 "Shop Til You Drop. Dead!"
Black Friday!