The Electric Drum: The Life and Times of William Lanson

In this episode of “The Electric Drum” with Juan Castillo, Juan gives us a history of William Lanson, a former slave who helped build and develop parts of New Haven, including Long Wharf and Wooster Square. Juan speaks with Reverend Dr. Frederick “Jerry” Streets and Attorney Clifton Graves about Mr. Lanson. Check out “The Electric…… Continue Reading

Juan On 1 with Reverend Boise Kimber

Juan Castillo talks with Reverend Boise Kimber about violence in our community and how we must stop it. Check out the “Juan On 1” interview:… Continue Reading

The Electric Drum with Juan Castillo: From A Youth Perspective

Juan Castillo talks with two local students, Alexa and Jaylen, on the Electric Drum. A lot of important topics were discussed, including the coronavirus, taking classes virtually and the protests. Check out the “Electric Drum” interview:… Continue Reading

Juan On 1 with Andre Alexander

Juan Castillo talks with Andre Alexander, who wore a “Black Lives Matter” mask to work and was asked to go home. Andre explains what happened. Check out the “Juan On 1” interview:… Continue Reading

Juan On 1 with X-Music, G-Nice, Rahsaan Langley

Juan Castillo talks with X-Music, G-Nice and Rahsaan Langley about their project “I Can’t Breathe.” Check out the “Juan On 1” interview:  … Continue Reading

Juan Live Now: Let’s Talk 7/8/20

What’s on your mind? What issues are important to you right now? Juan Castillo covers a lot in this edition of Juan Live Now: Let’s Talk 7/8/20  … Continue Reading

Juan On 1 with Peter Knight: Helping Small Businesses

Juan Castillo talks with Peter Knight, a partner with the Robinson+Cole Firm who has teamed up the Connecticut Bar Association to help small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Check out the “Juan On 1” interview with Peter:          … Continue Reading

Juan On 1 with Gary Tinney

Juan Castillo talks with Gary Tinney, Director of The International Association of Black Professional Firefighters. Check out the “Juan On 1” interview with Gary:… Continue Reading

Juan On 1 with Darren Haynes

Juan Castillo talks with Connecticut’s own Darren Haynes, Sports Director & Sports Anchor at WUSA-9 in Washington DC and former ESPN Sports Center anchor. Check out the “Juan On 1” interview with Darren:… Continue Reading

Juan On 1 with Rahsaan Langley

Juan Castillo talks with Rahsaan Langley about his new single “I Knew at First Sight,” which you can hear on 94.3 WYBC! Check out the “Juan On 1” interview with Rahsaan:  … Continue Reading

Juan On 1 with Manny James

Juan Castillo talks with national recording artist and Connecticut’s own Manny James about his new record “Never Let Go,” which we love here at WYBC! Check out the “Juan On 1” interview with Manny… Continue Reading