Radio Cultura Brasil

Rádio Cultura Brasil is a prominent Brazilian public radio station based in São Paulo that is known for promoting Brazilian music and culture, especially genres like MPB (Música Popular Brasileira), bossa nova, samba, choro, and traditional folk music. The station was founded on June 16, 1936, by the Fontoura family, initially known as Rádio Sociedade Cultura. It is part of the Fundação Padre Anchieta, a cultural foundation that also oversees other public media outlets like TV Cultura. Rádio Cultura Brasil also provides news and discussions. It aims to preserve and disseminate Brazilian musical heritage, often featuring rare recordings, in-depth artist profiles, and thematic programs that explore the roots and evolution of Brazilian music.