System/Policy
In letter to staff, NPR CEO calls layoffs ‘gut-wrenching’
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In addition to cutting 10% of its workforce, the network is eliminating more than 80 vacant positions.
ChatGPT helps would-be writers find inspiration on community radio
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The show “KGUA Writers” is turning listeners’ prompts into AI-generated fiction.
SPONSORED
Black Public Media to host Yoruba Richen Film Retrospective during PitchBLACK
Select films by the 2023 Trailblazer Award recipient will stream free for two weeks during BPM’s PitchBLACK season.
Programs/Content
NPR to end production of four podcasts
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Production of the podcasts will end after their current seasons.
System/Policy
5 ways to ensure a smooth leadership transition
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Because changes in leadership are inevitable, it’s an area all media companies need to face head-on. So how can you improve your succession planning and processes for organizational change?
Programs/Content
‘Native America Calling’ receives National Humanities Medal
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“Native America Calling” captures “the vastness of the Native American life and its profound impact on the country,” said President Joe Biden during the ceremony.
System/Policy
New England Public Media lays off nearly 20% of staff
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The stations serving western Massachusetts are downsizing in response to “serious financial headwinds” that began during the pandemic.
Development
Public media campaign aims to help stations reverse new donor slump
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The May event will encourage supporters to share their love for public media.
System/Policy
Keep DEI a priority, even when the economy says otherwise
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When news organizations say they support diversity efforts but their actions don’t match, teams and communities lose faith.
Development
In latest CDP analysis, radio stations continue to see fundraising declines
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Our monthly fundraising report reveals a slowing decline in new donor acquisition, while Passport continues to drive sustainer growth.
Programs/Content
How KPBS expanded its reach to San Diego’s Latino communities
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A five-month sprint to deliver Spanish-language election content embraced community partnerships and social media promotion.
Programs/Content
How ‘Marie Antoinette’ sought humanity, humility inside Versailles’ Hall of Mirrors
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The new show’s star says it’s “certainly no dusty period drama.”