Life in a Shoe Box (E248) 02/25/2026
I started thinking again how music is so different. While photos are still, they stay where you leave them. If you don’t look at them, they stay dark. But music? Music fills the air
Eitan is a renowned traveler who brings a global perspective to every broadcast. Originally from Israel, his deep-rooted passion for international sounds is fueled by extensive journeys through:
The Middle East: Drawing on the rich, complex rhythms of his home region.
Europe: Capturing the diverse traditions and modern sounds of the continent.
Australia & New Zealand: Incorporating the unique musical landscape of the Pacific.
East to West is a show is more than just a playlist; it is a reflection of the inspiration he gathers from every corner of the globe.
Music is Not Greedy (247) 02/18/2026
Music is defined by the act of giving and generosity. And greed? Greed is like a closed fist. Music is Not Greedy
Valentine’s Day (246) 02/11/2026
It’s Valentine’s Day. And for a lot of people, especially men that are listening tonight, there is this sudden heavy pressure to perform, to show your loved one that you really, really care
Expect the Unexpected (245) 01/28/2026
Wherever you are, always expect the unexpected, and you never know who you’re going to meet. Somebody from your future or somebody from your past.
South Pacific (244) 01/21/2026
I am truly far away across the world somewhere in the South Pacific in the island of New Zealand. East to West Radio. So tonight’s broadcast is from somewhere in the South Pacific
The Smartphone Addiction (243) 01/14/2026
Nineteen years ago this week, Steve Jobs stood on a stage and promised to reinvent the phone.
Happy New Year (242) 01/07/2026
Another new year. A regular Wednesday suddenly got promoted to a holy night: fireworks, expensive dining, crowds, and all kinds of parties. This week on East to West.
The Best of 2025 (241) 12/31/2025
My ears were always tuned in to the background sound so I can bring you some more music. All of those places we visited this year—the most unique was the hauntingly beautiful Uzbekistan.
East to West Classic R&B (240)
Every night, Monday through Friday, I would have my thumb on the record button of my cassette recorder and I would record a whole show—commercials, music, and Vaughan Harper.