Author: Josh Shepperd
How public broadcasting overcame early setbacks to become a national institution
Public media's mission was clear early on, but an emphasis on high-quality programming was needed to earn widespread support.After 50 years, NPR upholds public broadcasting’s founding values
NPR was incorporated Feb. 26, 1970, marking a new stage in the growth of a public media system rooted in education.New history of public broadcasting to include expanded coverage of podcasts, digital media
Current is happy to announce an update of our book A History of Public Broadcasting, with a projected publication date of 2021.
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