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Braeden Waddell

Braeden Waddell

Editorial Intern

braedenwaddell@gmail.com

Phone: (202) 885-6430

Braeden Waddell is a junior at American University studying Journalism and Spanish Language and Areas Studies. He is a podcaster and writer for AWOL Magazine and previously wrote columns at American University’s The Eagle. When he’s not listening to podcasts or avoiding his homework, you can find him spending time with friends, cooking breakfast foods or riding electric scooters around Northwest D.C.

System/Policy

Ohio radio station provides ‘oasis’ for listeners recovering from addiction

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | January 2, 2020

Rock and Recovery, a nightly show and 24/7 stream, features interviews with medical professionals, stories of personal recovery, and music chosen to uplift and motivate listeners.

System/Policy

University of Memphis approves transfer of WUMR license

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | December 4, 2019

The new owner is a collaboration between two local organizations.

People

WETA CEO Sharon Rockefeller receives National Medal of Arts

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | November 22, 2019

In presenting the medal, President Trump joked that he now hopes to get “good publicity” from “PBS NewsHour” and “Washington Week.”

Tech
woman looking at computer

American Archive collaborations expand scope, purpose of digital collection

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | November 20, 2019

The archive’s efforts include working with universities, public media stations and preservation organizations around the country.

System/Policy

University may spin off Memphis’ WUMR to new nonprofit

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | November 14, 2019

A collaboration with local nonprofits would expand the station’s news, music and cultural programming.

System/Policy

Four stations hope to stay competitive, retain staff with new workforce collaborative

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | November 6, 2019

WNED, WQED, ideastream and Detroit Public Television will share job listings, best practices and training opportunities.

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History of public media

New exhibit takes visitors behind the scenes of Maryland Public Television’s 50-year history

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | October 30, 2019

Videos, photos and memorabilia from MPT’s past programming are on display at the University of Maryland.

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Tech

WGBH’s Escape Lab puts ‘audience first’ with interactive Twitch livestream

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | October 10, 2019

Two teams faced off in a live escape-room challenge hosted by WGBH.

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People

Fans of Bob Ross flock to rare exhibit of his paintings

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | October 8, 2019

Hundreds of people are heading to a small Virginia town to see original works from a season of “The Joy of Painting.”

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Development

New pledge drive spots from Ira Glass pitch listeners on $1-a-month memberships

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | September 18, 2019

Glass hopes the low threshold for giving could get more listeners to become donors.

Featured in Category

Comings and goings: The Current names first managing director, NPR’s Schmitz heads to Berlin …

By Mike Janssen, Digital Editor and Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | September 4, 2019

David Safar previously worked as head of music, artist and label relations for the Minnesota Public Radio station.

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Programs/Content

WGBH challenges Twitch audience to participate in live escape-room experience

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | September 3, 2019

Escape Lab, a social video series from WGBH, is designed to connect younger audiences with public media.

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System/Policy

Colorado public radio station to become owner of two local folk festivals

By Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | August 22, 2019

The station’s executive director said receiving the festivals was “an incredible donation.”

Featured in Category

Comings and goings: NPR adds to news desks, NJ Spotlight co-founder departs …

By Mike Janssen, Digital Editor and Braeden Waddell, Editorial Intern | August 22, 2019

Among other new staffers, NPR named Krishnadev Calamur deputy Washington editor.

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