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Matt Watroba
Matt Watroba is a longtime radio host and folk music advocate celebrating 40 years behind the microphone. He is a key figure in Michigan’s folk scene, sharing traditional and contemporary folk music through his programs and active participation as a performer and educator.
In 2026, Matt Watroba marks four decades of radio broadcasting, beginning his career in 1986 at Detroit’s public radio WDET and currently working at Michigan State public radio WKAR. His shows have introduced many emerging and established folk artists while preserving the storytelling traditions of the genre. Beyond broadcasting, Watroba is recognized as a concert performer, community sing leader, and educator, playing a vital role in fostering a vibrant folk community in Michigan by creating spaces where artists and audiences connect. Colleagues and listeners commend his authenticity and passion, noting that he not only plays music but lives it as an integral part of the community fabric.
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