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Putumayo World Music Hour

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[Sundays: 9 – 10pm]

Putumayo World Music Hour was established to introduce people to the music of the world’s cultures. Putumayo is considered a pioneer and leader in developing the non-traditional market.  Putumayo has built a proprietary network of more than 3,000 book, gift, clothing, coffee and other specialty retailers. The Putumayo World Music Hour is a radio version that encapsulates all these ideals into an entertaining, fun and relaxing show.

Learn more about the Putumayo World Music Hour.

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