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Author: Francisco Rodriguez

Francisco Rodriguez
Francisco Rodriguez

Francisco is Current’s fall 2025 editorial intern. He has written for outlets such as Solitary Watch, Hola Cultura and AWOL, a student-run magazine at American University. He has also had his work featured in the Washington City Paper. When he’s not working, Francisco is likely reading, playing music or in the company of his friends.

  • System/Policy

    Maryland governor vetoes advertising set-aside legislation that could benefit pubcasters

    The bill’s advocates are seeking a path forward for the bill because “failure is not an option,” said Rebecca Snyder, executive director ...
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    June 4, 2026
  • Development

    Rural News Fund seeks to reinforce Appalachia’s public broadcasters, local news outlets

    Through a collaborative multiyear cohort that includes a grant, mentorship and a loan, the Appalachia Funders Network hopes to stimulate civic engagement ...
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    June 3, 2026
  • People
    Headshot of David Reyes Vázquez, President of the Puerto Rican Public Broadcasting Corp.

    David Reyes Vázquez named president of Puerto Rican Public Broadcasting Corp.

    Reyes Vázquez has served as VP of the organization since April 2025.
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    June 1, 2026
  • Programs/Content

    KCUR employs all-out approach for World Cup coverage

    With the World Cup less than a month away, the station has launched a newsletter, created special podcast episodes and enlisted its ...
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    May 27, 2026
  • System/Policy

    Texas Public Radio to merge operations with nonprofit San Antonio Report

    The San Antonio broadcaster and the local newsroom will team up to better serve the region.
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    May 18, 2026
  • System/Policy
    The renovated OPB building at night

    OPB, KMHD content staff union reaches first contract with management 

    The contract raises salary minimums, guarantees annual pay increases and introduces protections regarding the use of AI.
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    May 11, 2026
  • System/Policy

    Maryland legislature passes advertising set-aside legislation for state news outlets

    Once in effect, the legislation will require state agencies to spend at least 50% of their advertising budgets on Maryland public media, ...
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    April 29, 2026
  • Programs/Content
    Visual artist Patrick Martinez working in his studio.

    PBS SoCal steers hip-hop series towards crossroads of music and local communities

    Outside the Lyrics, a digital series that launched in 2024, now looks at how music connects people and fuels creativity.
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    April 24, 2026
  • System/Policy

    WBUR Festival heads into second year, building buzz and a blueprint for other stations

    The Boston station aims to build on the success of last year’s debut fest and is prompting other outlets to stage similar ...
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    April 8, 2026
  • Programs/Content

    ‘Reveal’ finds new footing with faster, timely reporting

    Timelier coverage, a new weekly podcast and a merger with Mother Jones have breathed new life into the show following a rough few years.
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    April 6, 2026
  • People
    Headshot of David Brancaccio of APM's ”Marketplace.”

    David Brancaccio to move into correspondent role at ‘Marketplace’

    The host of Marketplace Morning Report will begin reporting on the future effects of economic decisions.
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    April 1, 2026
  • Tech
    The logo for Marketplace.

    APMG partners with tech company to streamline distribution of ‘Marketplace’ digital content

    The partnership utilizes Distributed Media Lab’s technology to integrate curated collections of Marketplace content into stations’ websites.
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    March 24, 2026
  • Programs/Content

    ‘Wowsabout’ PBS special seeks to inspire awe in preschoolers

    The 22-minute live-action special follows puppets Roxy the hedgehog and Ronald the pig as they explore Sequoia National Park.
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    March 16, 2026
  • System/Policy

    NPR underscores mission with national advertising campaign

    The multimedia campaign reimagines NPR’s iconic logo in several phases that will roll out over the coming weeks.
    By Francisco Rodriguez
    March 12, 2026
  • System/Policy
    Composite image showing four photos arranged in a two-by-two grid. Top left: Jess Berg, a woman with long blond hair. smiles. Top right: Fieta Robinson, a woman with long curly hair and a flower tucked behind her ear, smiles while standing near a window with soft indoor light. Bottom left: Ann Alquist, a woman with short dark hair and large hoop earrings, smiles in a softly lit hallway or office interior. Bottom right: Bryant Denton holds a microphone while speaking onstage in front of a mural-like background.

    How four public media workers are navigating life after layoffs

    Losing a job is “all the emotions you could possibly feel, and you’ve got to work through it and get through it ...
    By Julian Wyllie, Francisco Rodriguez, Mike Janssen and Walker Whalen
    March 9, 2026
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