# WCMU Public Media App > News Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id584427780](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id584427780) ## Overview - **ID:** `id584427780` - **Platform:** Apple - **Type:** Apple app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Central Michigan University - **Category:** News - **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (42 ratings) - **Version:** 12.0.11 - **Last updated:** 2026-09-17 - **First published:** 2012-12-20 - **Size:** 37 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-24 - **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wcmu-public-media-app/id584427780) - **Website:** [http://www.wcmu.org](http://www.wcmu.org/) - **Privacy policy:** [http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse](http://www.publicmediaapps.com/termsofuse) ## Description CMU Public Broadcasting App: The CMU Public Broadcasting App allows you to listen to WCMU, pause and rewind the live audio, and view the program schedule for all the WCMU streams at once! You can explore On Demand content, search for programs, bookmark a program for later, and wake up to WCMU with the alarm clock! Live Streaming • DVR-like controls (pause, rewind, and fast forward). You can pause the live stream to have a conversation and pick up right where you left off! Or rewind to catch a comment you just missed! • Listen to live streams from WCMU even while traveling! Start the app and your favorite station starts playing – no clicks to start listening. • Integrated program schedules for the WCMU stream! • One click stream switching – flip over to the program you noticed on another stream with a single click. • Listen to WCMU in the background while browsing the web or catching up on your emails! On Demand • Access WCMU’s programs easily and quickly. • DVR-like controls. Pause, rewind and fast forward your program with ease. • When listening to programs, individual segments (when available) are listed so you can review and choose one or listen to the entire program. • Easy to access past programs. • The CMU Public Broadcasting App displays the web page associated with the program or program segment you are listening to On Demand so you can explore for more information. Radio Bookmarks • Save what you were listening to (Live or On Demand) so you can replay, follow-up, or share it later by simply clicking “Bookmark”. • Compatible with the popular Radio Bookmark device (www.radiobookmark.com). Search • The unique “Search Public Radio” feature finds stories or programs across hundreds of stations and web pages and makes it easy to play instantly. Additional features • Easily share stories and programs with family and friends via the “Share” button. • A built in Sleep Timer and Alarm Clock allows you to go to sleep and wake up to your favorite station. The CMU Public Broadcasting App is brought to you by the people at WCMU and Public Media Apps. We work to provide our valued listeners with great solutions to find what you want, when you want it, and where you want it. Please support WCMU Public Broadcasting by becoming a member today! http://www.wcmu.org http://www.publicmediaapps.com ## Rankings - #190,406 — Overall ## Review summary Users praise the app for easy discovery, strong content, and good mobile access. However, recurring reliability issues—frequent streaming interruptions, crashes, and finicky performance—undercut the experience. On-demand access and live listening are valued, but stability improvements are needed for a consistently smooth experience. ### Pros - Easy-to-use interface that helps users find content quickly. - High-quality, diverse programming (NPR/WCMU) with strong audio fidelity when the stream works. - Excellent for mobile and international listening—take NPR with you anywhere. - Helpful live-status and navigation features, like a live program indicator and easy stream switching. - Convenient access to on-demand content alongside live streams for listening at any time. ### Cons - Streaming is frequently interrupted or stops, making listening unreliable. - The app often crashes, won’t load, or restarts unexpectedly, affecting usability. - Reliability and performance are inconsistent, with finicky behavior after updates or during use. ## Similar extensions and apps - [WGCU Public Media App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id433065282) — 4.50 / 5 - [WSMC Public Radio App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id386073731) — 4.90 / 5 - [WGVU Public Media App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id458887232) — 4.60 / 5 - [WMUK Public Radio App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id565131712) — 3.90 / 5 - [WOUB Public Media App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1530212307) — 4.80 / 5 - [WUOT Public Radio App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1008916975) — 4.60 / 5 - [WNCU Public Radio App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id617376045) — 4.90 / 5 - [WUTC Public Radio App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1448919397) — 4.40 / 5 - [KMUW App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1448068300) — 4.60 / 5 - [Wyoming Public Media App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id510695980) — 4.50 / 5 - [WSSB Public Radio App](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id592006086) - [WUWM Milwaukee’s NPR](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1208268133) — 4.00 / 5 --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id584427780)