People
Comings and goings: Ernesto Aguilar named NFCB executive director, new hosts take the mic at WNYC …
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Aguilar joined NFCB in 2016 after working at Pacifica’s KPFT.
Programs/Content
‘Independent Lens’ partners with PBS for documentaries on civics, justice system
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The marquee program for the initiative is “Philly D.A.,” an eight-part series about Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and his staff’s plan to address community issues.
People
Comings and goings: Steven Schupak promoted to MPT station manager, Olubunmi Mia Olufemi named supervising producer for ‘Alma’s Way’ …
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Schupak joined the station in 2003 and has held several executive-level positions.
People
Comings and goings: WNET adds DEI senior director, Nancy Dieterich retiring from GBH …
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Beryl Harold most recently worked for the Westchester Community Opportunity Program.
System/Policy
Pubcasters urge FCC to offer ‘flexibility’ on proposed foreign government sponsorship rules
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The FCC has signaled its intent to make broadcasters consistently identify when programs have received financial support from a foreign government.
Obituaries
Former KCET president Bill Kobin dies at 91
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During a storied career, Kobin helped launch seminal programs for NET and led KCET to “comeback story” status.
People
Comings and goings: Lynne Clendenin will retire from OPB, New York Public Radio hires sponsorship SVP …
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Clendenin has held several roles at OPB’s stations.
System/Policy
PBS distances itself from former staff attorney ensnared in Project Veritas sting
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A video of the former employee includes “hateful rhetoric” that violates PBS’ values, the network said.
Podcasts
Southern California Public Radio receives $500,000 CPB grant for podcast studio
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The grant will help SCPR’s LAist Studios serve younger and more diverse audiences.