System/Policy
Paluzzi retires from KJZZ after investigation of harassment allegations
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The longtime GM of the Phoenix station decried the report as retaliation against him for opposing new pay practices.
Programs/Content
As more Native media-makers tell stories of their people, public TV’s pipeline flourishes
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Longstanding efforts to support Native filmmakers has opened a new window for authentic storytelling.
Programs/Content
Undertold history of Native America lands on PBS with a big splash
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The sweeping four-part series from Providence Pictures reflects on the endurance of tribal cultures and traditions over thousands of years.
Programs/Content
A sneak peek at Native American series and specials airing this fall and beyond
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Historical documentaries, a rock ‘n’ roll film and series exploring cultural traditions are cued up for public TV premieres.
System/Policy
Probe of harassment at NYPR slammed for deflecting questions about what went wrong
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An outside law firm’s report on New York Public Radio’s workplace culture was widely panned by critics for not assigning blame for the harassment that employees endured.
System/Policy
KCETLink, PBS SoCal merger ‘opens new future’ for public TV in L.A. market
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The longtime rival stations now aim to become a hub for original public media content.
Programs/Content
At pubmedia summit, filmmakers cite promise of VR production for ‘seeding black voices’
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Attendees at the Black Public Media event this month said virtual reality offers a chance to stamp the emerging medium with black stories and sensibilities.
Programs/Content
With ‘Kid Stew,’ public TV stations aim to keep older kids watching — and reading
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James Patterson, an author who knows how to entertain middle-schoolers, teamed up with South Florida PBS and American Public Television to launch a four-episode series.
People
Hoppe’s PBS legacy includes ratings jump, innovative production deals
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The chief programmer’s achievements include a co-production deal with the BBC.
System/Policy
As scrutiny reveals deeper problems at NYPR, Walker accelerates workplace reforms
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Current and former NYPR employees describe a difficult work environment that extends beyond the studios where hosts like John Hockenberry once presided.
Programs/Content
With storytelling series, Iowa’s Siouxland Public Media finds new audiences, funders
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Since its launch two years ago, the Ode series has boosted Siouxland’s profile in the community, expanded its social media following and attracted new partners.
System/Policy
NYPR taps outside experts to investigate harassment claims, advise on newsroom culture
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The NYPR board heard from Walker, staff and board about how to restore trust.
Programs/Content
Brits adapt ‘Little Women’ to be ‘fresh and of the moment’
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Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel is coming to “Masterpiece” this spring, thanks in part to a nudge by one of England’s most celebrated television writers and a dash of financing from U.S. partners.
Programs/Content
Vermont PBS bets on local pride with ‘Made Here’ slate of films
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The station’s promotion of local filmmakers has drawn younger viewers and fueled pledge-drive success.
Programs/Content
With new special, pledge producer TJ Lubinsky wants to refresh doo-wop genre
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The upcoming “Next Doo Wop Star” aims to appeal to younger public TV viewers while bringing along older fans of Lubinsky’s nostalgic programs.
System/Policy
Unexpected funding cut raises stakes for WDET’s fall drive
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The Detroit station aims to raise double what it brought in during last fall’s drive to make up revenue it is losing from its licensee.
Programs/Content
Alongside ‘Vietnam’, stations bring many voices to national conversation
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Stations are staging local events and creating original content tied to the 18-hour Ken Burns series, debuting Sep. 17.
Development
WNET finds benefits in curtailing campaign-style pledge drives
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The New York public TV station charted growth in viewership and membership revenues after confining on-air fundraising to dedicated time slots.
System/Policy
California’s KVCR fast-tracks expansion of local production slate
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A revamp of the Los Angeles region’s smallest public TV station includes original shows for underserved communities.
Programs/Content
‘Indivisible’ host anchors new show to extend conversation about national identity
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MPR’s “Flyover” with Kerri Miller will air Sundays starting Sept. 10.