Author: Mike Janssen
What our survey of laid-off pubmedia workers reveals about cuts and their fallout
Respondents to our survey reported abrupt notice and a toll on their mental and financial well-being.How four public media workers are navigating life after layoffs
Losing a job is “all the emotions you could possibly feel, and you’ve got to work through it and get through it ...Luis Estrada to lead KVMR Community Radio
Estrada has worked at KPBS in San Diego for more than 11 years, most recently as member acquisition manager and senior producer.KCBX names Chris McBride GM
McBride succeeds Frank Lanzone, who has led the California station since 1980.Comings and goings: NPR VP leaves network, WXXI hires chief of staff …
Keith Jenkins, VP of visuals and music strategy for NPR, left the network.Wisconsin Public Radio cuts staff, will end shows to reduce deficit
The station also cited “pressures around state and federal funding” faced by public radio nationally.Karen Everhart named Current interim executive director
The change follows the departure of former Executive Director Julie Drizin.New York Public Radio cuts 21 positions
The layoffs are the fourth round of cuts at the station in as many years.NPR CDO Leora Hanser leaves for Planned Parenthood
“I am humbled and thrilled to be joining Planned Parenthood at this critical time,” Hanser said in a press release.Comings and goings: Sesame Workshop names COO, NPR changes up Washington Desk …
Joseph Giraldi's resume includes roles at Smithsonian Channel, Time Inc. and HBO.Pipeline 2025: Our annual survey of shows coming to public TV
Our summary of national programs in the works provides details on 108 series and specials.New York Public Radio cuts 26 positions, ends ‘Notes From America’
The layoffs amount to a workforce reduction of 8.5% at the station, which faces a significant budget deficit.How these new station leaders are expanding community service while managing change
Four GMs and CEOs who started in their roles in 2023 discuss their priorities in uncertain times.RRC President Joanne Church dies at 75
With her late husband Tom, Joanne Church "introduced audience research to public radio" by founding RRC in 1981.Futuro Media names co-CEOs
In their new roles, Marlon Bishop will also be Head of Podcasts and New Business, while Peniley Ramírez will serve as Head ...
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