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New ‘Washington Week’ host aims to favor balance over frivolity
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Robert Costa told TV writers that he wants to focus on “fact-based analysis” in his role as moderator.
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PBS’s Kerger warns of station shutdowns if CPB goes dark
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“There is no plan B” to replace federal funding, Paula Kerger told TV critics during her executive session at the Summer Press Tour.
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New PBS films revisit war histories with present-day perspective
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With examinations of Vietnam and the Great War, the documentarians are focusing on stories to help younger viewers understand today’s conflicts.
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Press tour brings questions about federal funding, panel on ‘Vietnam’ soundtrack
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PBS President Paula Kerger assures critics that stations are communicating with members of Congress about the importance of CPB funding.
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After lengthy ownership dispute, PBS music doc to air this fall
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Two brothers clashed over who would complete ”Soundbreaking,” a series shaped around legendary Beatles producer George Martin.
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Talk of election takes spotlight at PBS summer press tour
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Even panels about shows not overtly dedicated to politics were immersed in campaign theories and analyses.
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PBS press tour brings preview of Burns docs, review of fireworks gaffe
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Kerger said PBS’s handling of its broadcast of the annual Fourth of July fireworks on Washington’s National Mall was contrary to policy.
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Producers rethink children’s TV shows to appeal to digitally savvy youngsters
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To keep pace, creators of new and legacy shows must think far beyond the television screen.
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PBS president expresses concern about auction’s impact on coverage
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Paula Kerger spoke with TV critics Monday about the FCC spectrum auction, the success of Downton Abbey and the future of Mercy Street.