Author: Gregory Wakeman
How a new public TV sitcom is helping viewers talk about mental health
The creator of How Are We Today? drew on his own struggles to address stigmas around discussing mental health conditions.Social videos introduce TikTokers and Insta fans to PBS film library
“I’m always looking for ways to reengage people between 20 and 40 by reminding them what PBS does,” says Marissa Pina, co-creator.New podcast from Brian Reed probes big questions about journalism
“The show is me having a midlife career crisis as a journalist,” says Reed, host and EP of “Question Everything,” a biweekly ...‘Nova’ pairs with stations to help viewers experience total solar eclipse
“This is an event that can bring an entire country together and show people the world in a way that only science ...NPR’s new executive editor scouts paths for audience growth
“We need to be connecting with different communities, folks with different perspectives in the country and in the world,” says NPR's Eva ...‘Little Bird’ brings unique story of Indigenous identity to PBS
The six-part drama has a “social consciousness that can really appeal to younger viewers,” says Jessica Turk of Nashville Public Television.New alliance helps rural stations make a case for more funding, support
The Alliance of Rural Public Media is bringing together station leaders to share ideas and educate lawmakers.‘Endeavour’ closes latest chapter in enduring ‘Masterpiece’ franchise
The prequel to “Inspector Morse” has delivered compelling drama, big audiences and fundraising results to public TV since 2013.How Nebraska’s long-running gardening show ‘Backyard Farmer’ has taken root on social media
"Being in the digital space has allowed us to promote how plants and people connect," says Terri James, the show's social media ...Adriano Schmid starts a ‘new chapter in the story’ of PBS Kids
“I love different animation styles, different storytelling styles — live-action, multimedia and all those things," says the network’s new VP of content. ...As kids move on, PBS and stations revamp afternoon schedules to attract adults
An overhaul of PBS' weekday schedule opens a window for older viewers to spend a lot more time with public TV.Why NPR and Futuro Media took a chance on Lionel Messi and ‘The Last Cup’
The dual-language podcast celebrates the soccer phenomenon before his final World Cup while exploring his complex relationship with Argentina.With ‘Great American Recipe,’ PBS showcases culinary traditions that bring people together
“It's not about winning or being competitive, it's really just connecting through food and our culture,” says Emily Wilderman of WNIN in ...KSPS launches quiz show to reinforce civics education
The PBS station teamed up with the Spokane League of Women Voters to create "Civics Bowl," a new take on high school ...How regional centers, NSF funds are helping to diversify PBS Digital Studios content
Under Maribel Lopez, who became head of PBSDS in December, the unit is branching out nationwide and developing STEM content aimed at ...
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