Quick Takes
Indiana station offers new classical music service
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The station wanted to create a classical music service with a price “low enough so that stations could use it to cover less critical dayparts.”
Obituaries
Jacquie Jones, former executive director of Black Public Media, dies at 52
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Friends and colleagues remember Jones as an advocate for living up to public media’s ideals for reaching underserved audiences.
"Made Possible By..." Podcast
‘Made Possible By…’ #12: Sandra Rattley on an eclectic career
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“I’ve had tremendous experiences, I’ve worked like a dog, so it’s not like someone just granted these things to me.”
Quick Takes
PRX partners with podcast networks Gen-Z Media and Night Vale Presents
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The partnership marks PRX’s first time working with children’s podcasts.
System/Policy
HR chief Marjorie Powell leaves NPR
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COO Loren Mayor has hired a consultant to run the department as she rethinks its leadership structure.
WNYC’s Dean Cappello moved into advisory role
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As chief content officer Cappello oversaw both WNYC News and WNYC Studios. Now the divisions are to be managed separately.
Development
New York state stations receive grants for health coverage
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WRVO Public Media in Oswego and WBFO in Buffalo are receiving $64,000 and $40,000, respectively.
KNKX wins lawsuit against former owner over bequests
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The station and Pacific Lutheran University disagreed over who should receive the funds.
Obituaries
Mariam Stepanian, Valley Public Radio GM, dies at 64
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Stepanian was an “unparalleled leader who empowered Valley Public Radio staff, board and members to unequaled successes.”