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KCLU

KCLU

by California Lutheran University

101 ratings
67 reviews
🎵 Music
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Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 16, 2009
  • August 4, 2026

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California Lutheran University
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Listen to live public radio streams, pause and rewind live audio, and explore on-demand content. Bookmark programs for later and use the alarm clock to wake up to your favorite station. Access program schedules and related web pages easily.

✓Live streaming with DVR controls
✓On-demand content library
✓Program schedule integration
✓Bookmark live and on-demand programs
✓Sleep timer and alarm clock
✓Share stories and programs
✓Background listening
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of KCLU. Based on 101 reviews and a 4.4/5 average, it highlights the 9 positives and 9 negatives reviewers mention most about this News app.

Positive things

  • 👍Great local news content
  • 👍Keeps users connected during emergencies
  • 👍Easy to use and navigate
  • 👍Good for staying updated while traveling
  • 👍Reliable for NPR programming
  • 👍Works well for WFH
  • 👍Better than NPR app for local station
  • 👍Informative and entertaining
  • 👍Simple and straightforward

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent audio cut-outs and buffering
  • 🐛App instability after updates
  • 🐛Poor connectivity issues
  • 🐛Clunky and slow loading
  • 🐛Does not work well with CarPlay
  • 🐛Audio skips, repeats, and stops
  • 🐛Glitchy performance
  • 🐛App closes unexpectedly
  • 🐛Inconsistent local news coverage
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What's New in KCLU

12.0.8

August 4, 2026

Performance enhancements and bug fixes Your feedback helps us make our app better for everyone. Please send us your suggestions via the "Settings and Help" section of the app!

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I love using this when I travel

I use this app all the time. It is rarely down although it does happen. The content is obviously first class and I like staying up to date with my local happenings. I recommend it for sure.
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My fav app

This is my favorite app. It’s my most used app. Thank you!! This is the only review I’ve ever written for apps.
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NPR plus Local News

As a recent transplant to the central coast, I was thrilled to find a local NPR station with an app. Lately, though, the app keeps cutting out, to the point where it’s unusable. I’ve reverted to my old SoCal station, whose app works great. I really want the local coverage and hope KCLU fixes the glitch soon. Others are describing the same experience with the app.
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Love!

I love this app. I can listen whenever I am able!
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Keeps me connected during emergencies

WiFi is out but I can still get the best local news in real time on my phone with this app
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

12 issues

App keeps cutting out

Bug

App restarts and repeats audio

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App closes unexpectedly

Bug

App is glitchy after updates

Bug

Audio buffers frequently

Bug

App does not hold signal

Bug

App freezes up sometimes

Bug

App stops playing after a few days

Bug

App has connectivity issues with CarPlay

Bug

App shows 'No Internet Connection' alert while streaming

Bug

App stops working after a few minutes

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App does not run while multitasking

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Requested Features

5 requests

Fix app glitches and bugs

Feature

Improve local news coverage for all areas

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Ensure app works reliably with CarPlay

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Optimize app for faster loading

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Address connectivity issues

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FAQ

What can I do with the KCLU Public Radio App?

The app allows you to listen to live KCLU public radio streams, pause and rewind live audio, and explore on-demand content. You can also view program schedules, bookmark programs for later, and set an alarm to wake up to your favorite station.

Can I listen to programs I missed?

Yes, the app provides access to on-demand content, allowing you to easily access past programs. You can also use the DVR-like controls to rewind live streams to catch comments you may have missed.

Is the KCLU Public Radio App free to use?

Yes, the KCLU Public Radio App is free to download and use. There are no advertisements or in-app purchases mentioned in the provided description.

What devices is the KCLU Public Radio App compatible with?

The description does not explicitly state compatibility with specific operating systems or devices. However, it mentions compatibility with the popular Radio Bookmark device.

How can I share content from the app?

You can easily share stories and programs with family and friends using the built-in 'Share' button within the app. This feature allows for quick distribution of content you find interesting.