System/Policy
Michigan’s WCMU replaces classical music with news on weekdays
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The Mount Pleasant station will offer classical on HD channels and as a digital stream.
People
Comings and goings: NPR shuffles correspondents, CRB Classical hires and promotes staffers …
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Frank Langfitt is leaving his London-based reporting position, which will be taken over by Lauren Frayer.
People
Sally Jo Fifer to leave ITVS
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Fifer has led the San Francisco–based organization since 2001.
People
Anthony V. Hayes becomes CEO of WMHT Public Media
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Hayes most recently served as GM and COO of New England Public Media.
People
Comings and goings: Veralyn Williams named ‘Code Switch’ EP, WMFE forms content leadership team …
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Williams succeeds Steve Drummond, who had served as EP of “Code Switch” since 2017.
System/Policy
We asked people why they left public media, and here’s what they told us
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Here’s what we learned from our survey about why people leave public media, based on more than 300 responses.
Programs/Content
Pipeline 2023: Our annual survey of shows coming to public TV
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Our annual look at national programs coming to public television includes 104 series and specials.
System/Policy
Four station leaders share how they’re setting priorities after taking the reins
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GMs and CEOs who have stepped into their roles within the past two years told Current about how they’re seeking to build teams, improve workplace culture and strengthen community service.
System/Policy
Former Va. lieutenant governor sues New York Public Radio for defamation
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A NYPR spokesperson told Current that Justin Fairfax’s complaint “is completely without merit.”