Tech
How public radio stations can serve deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences
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WAMU and KQED are using web-based technologies to provide live captions of their programs.
Programs/Content
For stations, changes at Twitter raise questions about platform’s value
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Revamped verification and moderation policies under Elon Musk have public media organizations taking a fresh look at their use of Twitter.
System/Policy
WXXI expands initiative focused on disability education with $1.6M grant
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The Move to Include initiative will grow to include more than 40 public media stations.
Programs/Content
New Classical California stream brings Latin-influenced music to listeners
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Listeners can choose from streams in both English and Spanish.
Engagement
Stations engage underrepresented communities with election resources
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Public broadcasters have been preparing underserved communities for Tuesday’s elections with projects focused on where and how to vote, as well as topics they’ll find on the ballot.
Programs/Content
Florida collaborative seeks to increase news coverage of underserved Gulf Coast counties
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The collaborative based at WUSF in Tampa will provide reporting to 12 local public and commercial outlets.
Engagement
MPT grants boost local engagement campaigns around Douglass, Tubman documentaries
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Nineteen stations are staging screenings, creating TikTok videos and highlighting student artwork, among other activities.
Programs/Content
Beekeepers sweeten their deal with Colorado Public Radio
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CPR’s partnership with a local startup combines environmental and workplace education.