Listen
WRVO Public Media offers multiple ways to listen. You can tune in:
- Online through our website
- On the air
- Via mobile apps
- On smart speakers
- On-demand
Explore the options below to find the method that works best for you.
Online Streaming
Listen directly on our website using the main audio player located at the top of your screen (or at the bottom of the screen on mobile devices). Simply tap the play button to start the live stream.
You can also use these direct links for third-party media players:
On the Air: FM Frequencies
Check our transmitter status page for real-time service updates.
Download our transmitter map (PDF) for a visual guide to our broadcast area.
You can also find our signal on the following FM frequencies:
- Oswego WRVO-FM 89.9
- Syracuse WRVD-FM 90.3
- Utica WRVN-FM 91.9
- Watertown WRVJ-FM 91.7
- Clayton WRVH-FM 89.3
- Fenner WMVQ-FM 90.5
- Hamilton WRCU-FM 90.1 Shared with Colgate University
- Cortland WSUC-FM 90.5 Shared with SUNY Cortland
- Ithaca 88.9 & 104.5 FM Low-power repeater
- Rome 91.5 FM Low-power repeater
- Geneva 90.7 FM Low-power repeater
- Norwich 89.9 FM Low-power repeater
WRVO Mobile App
Take WRVO wherever you go with our free mobile app.
The WRVO app allows you to easily access local news, pause and rewind live audio, browse on-demand archives, and even wake up to NPR with the built-in alarm clock.
Smart Speakers
You can stream WRVO on your Amazon, Google, or Apple smart speaker. Try one of these voice commands:
- Amazon Alexa: Say, "Alexa, play WRVO."
- Google Home: Say, "Hey Google, play WRVO."
Apple HomePod: Say, "Hey Siri, play WRVO."
Explore our full smart speaker listening guide for additional tips and voice commands.
On-Demand Listening
Did you miss an episode of your favorite program or want to hear something again? Listen to on-demand episodes with the player below.
Frequently Asked Questions About Listening
How can I listen to the WRVO live stream on my computer?
You can listen directly on our website using the audio player at the top of the page. We also provide direct MP3 stream links for WRVO 1, WRVO 2, and WRVO 3.
What are the WRVO radio frequencies?
Our main broadcast frequencies are 89.9 FM in Oswego and 90.3 FM in Syracuse. You can also find us in Utica (91.9 FM), Watertown (91.7 FM), and on several other frequencies across central and northern New York. A complete list of our frequencies is available in the "On the Air" section of this page.
Does WRVO have a mobile app?
Yes. The free WRVO Public Media app is available for both Apple and Android devices. You can use it to listen live, access on-demand programs, and even set an alarm.
How do I listen to WRVO on Alexa or Google Home?
For most smart speakers (like Amazon, Google, or Apple), you can simply say, "Play WRVO."