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At the Television Critics Association press tour, chief programming executive Perry Simon said the themed shows can help PBS “best stand out from this crowded content marketplace and make a real impact with our audiences and our communities.”
“Launchpad to What’s Next” combines motivational talks with online tools and resources to “convert the inspiration into action,” says founder and host Marc Middleton.
Airing in the spring, the seven-part “Masterpiece” series was inspired by the ’70s-era BBC documentary series “The World at War.”
Presenting station WETA is discussing options with BBC News to fill the show’s time period,
With grants from PBS and editorial support from series producers, eight stations are testing new approaches for connecting with local audiences.
Premiering on PBS Sept. 15, the documentarian’s latest film follows the evolution of country music from 1923 to the mid-1990s.
“This is not a time for the faint of heart,” PBS’ president told TV critics when announcing that she had renewed her contract for five more years.
Top producers at five stations have devised a flexible approach for sharing news segments on timely national issues.
The creators of “This is Utah” say it’s as unique as the state where it’s produced.
