Author: Adam Ragusea
Andrea Seabrook of ‘Marketplace’ on the new poles of American politics
Seabrook argues that the real American political spectrum isn’t liberal–conservative, but insider–outsider.How did KPLU save itself? “You ask for help”
The station’s head of content shares lessons from its successful $7 million drive for survival.‘The Pub’ #72: Andrea Seabrook comes back to public radio
Seabrook argues that the real American political spectrum isn’t liberal–conservative, but insider–outsider.KUOW’s GM discusses the ‘jaw-dropping’ offer to purchase KPLU
Caryn Mathes says her hands were tied as the station faced criticism from the community.‘The Pub’ #71: Lessons from KUOW’s abortive purchase of KPLU
Other stations can learn from KPLU’s shockingly successful bid for independence.‘The Pub’ #70: A reporter’s guide to getting arrested
WWNO reporter Ryan Kailath shares lessons he learned the hard way.Code Switch’s Alicia Montgomery on leading conversations about race
“We’re here to give you the complicated story.”A DIY method for recording a live podcast or radio show
Our podcast host shares his setup for live tapings with an audience.‘The Pub’ #69: Code Switch chief Alicia Montgomery
Montgomery talks about the long-anticipated new Code Switch podcast and responds to criticisms of her unit from both the right and left.Three ways to make a podcast that will stand out
Having a well-established brand behind you doesn’t hurt, says NPR’s Kelly McEvers.Seven ways public media can attract a more diverse workforce
Panelists at the Public Radio News Directors Inc. conference shared tips on recruiting and retaining people of color.‘The Pub’ #68: Betcha can’t fix this script!
Editors play our game live at the Public Radio News Directors Inc. conference in St. Louis.How public radio has ‘far exceeded’ Bill Siemering’s vision
“Everyone should be grateful that there is National Public Radio in this country.”‘The Pub’ #67: Rebecca Lavoie — public broadcaster, private podcaster
If you work at a station and you create a new show, does your station necessarily own it?NPR founding programmer Bill Siemering on his days before joining the network
He got his start in radio at one of the country’s oldest educational stations.
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