Obituaries
Craig Windham, NPR newscaster, dies at 66
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Windham died unexpectedly Sunday from a pulmonary embolism.
Programs/Content
Study reveals surprising diversity among public TV viewership
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Data examined by TRAC Media Services “refute mischaracterizations of public TV’s audience as homogeneously white retired folk.”
"The Pub" Podcast
‘The Pub’ #56: Mark Stencel on how public media can corner the fact-checking market
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A practical guide on how, when and what to fact-check, and what to do when your fact-checks are inevitably challenged.
Programs/Content
Radio stations have ample opportunity to boost listening
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Whether news, music or multiformat, a station can zero in on underperforming programs.
Quick Takes
Eight New England broadcasters form CPB-backed collaboration
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The collaborative will report on regional topics like climate, energy, transportation and immigration.
Programs/Content
Podcasts tied to TV shows pave way for larger strategy at WGBH
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Podcasts such as Masterpiece Studio and Antiques Roadshow have given WGBH “a running start” in pushing into the medium.
Jobs
Tips for creating a more diverse workplace — or joining one
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Build networks, move quickly and spruce up that resume.
Stations
Religious broadcaster buys Houston classical station
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KSBJ Educational Foundation paid $10 million for the station.
System/Policy
Station leaders share their pitches for members of Congress
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Attendees at the APTS Public Media Summit gave a preview of their talking points.