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Current DUQ Membership Thank You Gifts

As a DUQ 90.5 FM listener (on-air or online), we invite you to become a member
As a DUQ member, you will enjoy your favorite programs even more, knowing that you are helping to sustain them on the air. For contributions of $60 and above, it's our pleasure to send you a tangible expression of our gratitude. Listed below are the thank you gifts currently available to new and renewing members.

All DUQ members receive:

  • The DUQ Program Guide, published four times each year
  • The DUQ Member Q-Card for discounts and special benefits at more than 70 area businesses and establishments
  • A DUQ static cling window sticker to show the world that you support DUQ 90.5 FM

If you have questions about DUQ's thank you gifts or other aspects of membership, call the DUQ Membership Hotline at 412.396.2000 or send an email message to members@wduq.org.

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Thank You For Your Gift of $60 or More
Wind-up LED Flashlight with DUQ Logo

Everyone knows that a flashlight is really just a storage case for dead batteries. Not so with this pocket-sized wind-up LED flashlight-- turn the crank to power it up and you'll never be left in the dark again. It also sports a DUQ logo.

Thank You For Your Gift of $75 or More
Pittsburgh 250 Travel Mug

Every Monday, DUQ news celebrates the 250th anniversary of the naming of Pittsburgh with stories about the region. You can drink a toast to the region as well, with this handy travel mug complete with the the "DUQ Celebrates the First 250 Years" logo. Keeps the hot beverages hot and the cold drinks cold.

Pittsburgh 250 T-Shirt

Remind everyone that Pittsburgh is celebrating its 250th anniversary, and that DUQ news is the source for stories about the region. This light gray short sleeve t-shirt features the "DUQ Celebrates the first 250 Years" logo.
PLEASE SPECIFY SHIRT SIZE: S, M, L, XL, XXL

DUQ Flashlight and Visor Clip

A great DUQ pack for the car-- the visor clip will keep your glasses handy and always in reach, the flashlight doesn't need batteries, so it's ready when you need it. Both have the DUQ logo.

Thank You For Your Gift of $100 or More
DUQ Jazz Mug

Drink a hefty 15 ounces of your favorite beverage in a mug that almost sings out its praises of Pittsburgh, city of jazz. Desinged by Fitting Group, this mug showcases a composite of some of the energetic artwork we've been promoting in our recent series of ads.

Fresh Air 20th Anniversary Shirt

Fresh Air celebrates 20 years, and you can wear your support proudly with this 100% cotton, black T-shirt, complete with new Fresh Air anniversay logo.
PLEASE SPECIFY SHIRT SIZE: L, XL

Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! "Dignity" Shirt

Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! revels in its role as the NPR news quiz without all that class shown by other news programs. This is especially evident with their new "NPR without the dignity" shirt. Sport Grey, shirt with show logo on front and no dignity slogan on back.
PLEASE SPECIFY SHIRT SIZE: L, XL

Whad'Ya Know? Ringer Shirt

Handsome heather green 50/50 jersey knit shirt with the Whad'Ya Know logo lets everyone know that you're of fan.
PLEASE SPECIFY SHIRT SIZE: L, XL

"The Very Best of Nat King Cole" CD

A voice like Cole's could seemingly make any song a hit. Here are 28 of his best, including "Nature Boy", "Route 66", "Quizas, Quizas, Quizas (Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps)", and many more .

"Quincy Jones and his Orchestra: The Quintessence" CD

A jazz classic, hailed by many as one of the top jazz albums. Includes the title track, "Straight, No Chaser" and "For Lena and Lennie" (familiar to DUQ listeners as Tony Mowod's theme music).

"Live at the Monterey Jazz Festival: Highlights" CD

Never-before released performances by some of the greatest musicians in jazz. 11 tracks, including Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis, Diana Krall, Dave Brubeck, Sarah Vaughn, and more.

NPR's Driveway Moments 5 "All About Animals" 2-CD Set

Two CD's of stories from NPR's popular Driveway Moments series guaranteed to glue you to your radio. The stories are all animal-related, but you don't have to be a pet-lover to appreciate them. Tracks include "The Dog Who Loved to Suck on Toads" and "My Mother, My Parrot".

"Fresh Air / Car Talk Interview" CD and Car Talk Parking Permit

This special CD celebrates the 20th anniversaries of two public radio institutions, as Terry Gross interviews the Magliozzi brothers. A great listen for fans of either show, a must for fans of both. This CD comes with an individually numbered Car Talk Plaza Parking Permit.

Thank You For Your Gift of $150 or More
DUQ Golf Umbrella

The DUQ golf umbrella opens automatically with the press of a button and provides a 60-inch arc. Solid black with a red and white DUQ logo on one panel.

DUQ Denim Shirt

Show of your support of DUQ news and jazz with this attractive, blue denim shirt. Features the DUQ logo.
PLEASE SPECIFY SHIRT SIZE: S, M, L, XL, XXL

NPR's Nina Totin' Bag

Comical canvas tote, featuring NPR's Nina Totenberg. White with velcro closure and zippered inside pocket.

Fresh Air Travel Mug

Enjoy your favorite bevarage hot or cold on the go with this stainless steel travel mug. Featuring the special Fresh Air 20th Anniversary logo.

"Ladies of Liberty: The Women Who Shaped Our Nation" by Cokie Roberts, hardcover

In her newest book, NPR and ABC news analyst Cokie Roberts presents another collection of profiles of America's earliest influential women. Annecdotes are taken from personal correspondence and private journals to help accentuate the accomplishments of Abigail Adams, Dolley Madison, Sacajawea, and others.

"Listening is an Act of Love" book and CD

"StoryCorps" has been one of public radio's most successful endeavors in terms of reaching out to the audience. This book compiles some of the most poignant and compelling stories, along with an accompanying CD featuring the actual audio recordings..

"The New Kings of Nonfiction" edited by Ira Glass, paperback

Ira Glass, host of This American Life, compiled this collection of 14 examples of great storytelling. Featuring essays by Malcolm Gladwell, Bill Buford, Susan Orlean, and others.

Benny Goodman "Carnegie Hall Jazz Concert 1938" 2-CD set

A remastered concert recording, capturing Goodman and his orchestra at the height of their career. This two-CD set includes all the classics, such as "Stompin' at the Savoy", "Sing, Sing, Sing", "Honeysuckle Rose", and more.

Nina Simone "Gold" 2-CD set

Jazz, Blues, Pop... Nina Simone fits into all these categories, and excells in every one. Featuring "Feeling Good", "I Put a Spell on You", "See-Line Woman", and 35 more.

Thank You For Your Gift of $250 or More
DUQ Day Sponsorship

We'll help you craft a personal (non-commercial) message to air five times on the day of your choice. Great way to recognize a birthday, anniversary or other special occasion.

Car Talk 20th Anniversary Hooded Sweatshirt

Keep warm and fashionable in this white hooded sweatshirt with the cart talk anniversary logo, proudly declaring "20 Years and Still Not Canceled".
PLEASE SPECIFY SWEATSHIRT SIZE: L, XL

"Car Talk Classics" 4-CD Set

Four complete Car Talk shows, featuring some of the brothers favorite moments. Included are a visit to the Car Talk studio by Martha Stewart, a tribute to Click and Clack's mom, John "Bugsy" Lawler's letters from camp, and the worst puzzler error ever.

Fresh Air Fan Pack

Get more of Terry Gross with this collection of 20th Anniversary Fresh Air merchandise. Set includes the 20th Anniversary t-shirt, the Fresh Air travel mug, and the Fresh Air/Car Talk interview CD.
PLEASE SPECIFY SHIRT SIZE: L, XL

Thank You For Your Gift of $365 or More
Frank Sinatra "A Voice in TIme" CD Box Set

4 discs of Sinatra in the early years of his career. This set spans 1939-1952 when Frank was still crafting his amazing vocal style. Set includes 116-page booklet, audio rarities, and many signature songs such as "Night and Day", "Saturday Night (is the Loneliest Night of the Week", "All of me", and more.

Oscar Peterson "Live at the Blue Note" 4-CD Set

In 1990, Oscar Peterson along with Herb Ellis and Ray Brown played a legendary three night gig at one of the most famous clubs in New York City. This 4-CD box set compiles some of the greatest moments from these performances. Tracks include "Honeysuckle Rose", "Falling in Love with Love", "Billie's Bounce" and more.

Thank You For Your Gift of $500 or More
Car Talk Fan Pack

Featuring nearly everything the Car Talk fan could want, including the 20th Anniversary hooded sweatshirt, a Car Talk Plaza Parking Permit, the Fresh Air / Car Talk interview CD, and the 4-CD set Car Talk Classics.
PLEASE SPECIFY SWEATSHIRT SIZE: L, XL

John Coltrane "Fearless Leader" 6-CD Set

Every track on this 6 CD set (and that would be 48) was recorded between May 1957 and December 1958. Coltrane was still forming his sound, perfected in later recordings, but there are still many instances of invention that foreshadow the sax genius he would become. Tracks include "Trane's Slo Blues", "Straight Street", "Theme for Ernie" and more.

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