Programs/Content
News stations should watch for competition from low-power upstarts
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A radio consultant sees a threat to NPR stations that lack adequate local news coverage.
Programs/Content
‘POV’ contributions to Snapchat mark debut of documentaries on app
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The short films will be available for just 24 hours.
People
CPB Board selects new leadership, NPR’s Brand lands in London, and other comings and goings in public media
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Also, American Experience has named its first historian in residence.
People
How Sarah McCammon’s religious upbringing informs her reporting
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The NPR reporter’s background in evangelical Christianity has given her insight into conservative political communities.
Programs/Content
NPR restructures its Story Lab incubator
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NPR is getting more of its staff and outside producers involved in experimenting with ideas for new programs and show segments.
Programs/Content
Enough with the mic pics: They’re missing the point
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A podcast editor argues that the profusion of microphone stock photos overemphasizes talking and ignores listening.
Obituaries
John Crockett, VP of engineering for South Carolina networks, dies at 69
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“John was a great leader, mentor and a champion for public service,” said Linda O’Bryon, president of SCETV and SC Public Radio.
Development
Collapse of Oregon call center leaves public media in the lurch
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Comnet Marketing Group apparently shut down with little notice and murky explanations.
System/Policy
PBS announces Playtime Pad, a branded tablet for kids
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The PBS Kids multicast channel, launching in January, will also be available on the device.
Programs/Content
North Dakota judge dismisses charge against ‘Democracy Now!’ host Amy Goodman
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Goodman went to North Dakota Monday to surrender to authorities.
System/Policy
Community radio upholds beauty, power of the small
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By persisting against the odds, community radio stations have defied media professionals’ predictions.
Quick Takes
Newest public radio cooking show presents ‘food as a conversation starter’
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“We are not doing a cooking show per se,” host Christopher Kimball said.
Development
Community radio stations prepare coordinated year-end fundraiser
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The National Federation of Community Broadcasters is looking for new ways to increase revenue for community stations.
System/Policy
CPB fields tech survey as stations grapple with purchasing decisions
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Equipment expenses across the system are increasing, according to a financial analysis by CPB.
"The Pub" Podcast
‘The Pub’ #80: New federal overtime rules — what broadcasters need to know
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The changes could be especially disruptive for TV and radio stations.
Programs/Content
Powering up ‘q’: Down-to-earth approach guides show’s revamp
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The CBC show hopes to get its groove back with new host Tom Power and a snappier format starting Oct. 24.
Quick Takes
Amy Goodman to turn herself in to North Dakota authorities
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Goodman plans to issue a press statement followed by a short walk to the county jail.
History of public media
Early gay radio group donates collection to public broadcasting archives
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Gays & Lesbians in Public Radio, which was active from the late 1980s to the mid-’90s, was a small but dedicated group.
System/Policy
Baltimore mayor bans WYPR reporter from press conferences
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The ban extends throughout the mayor’s term, which ends in December.
Quick Takes
Rick Steves speaks out for marijuana legalization in Massachusetts
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State voters face a referendum Nov. 8.