System/Policy
Dispatches from central Florida: Station GMs report on Hurricane Milton’s impact
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“We are tired, but we are all safe and well,” said Judith Smelser, president and GM of Central Florida Public Media in Orlando.
People
Louisville Public Media CEO Stephen George to step down
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George will leave for another job in January.
System/Policy
Executive director, CFO leave Indiana Public Media
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Indiana University, which operates the station, did not provide a reason for their departure.
Programs/Content
NPR updates newsmag strategy to address audience declines
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The changes include shorter segments, a broader range of topics and more “joy.”
System/Policy
WLRN staffers announce intent to unionize
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The petition for management recognition was signed by 75% of the Miami station’s content creators.
Development
NPR hopes podcast bundle can gain traction after slow start
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NPR made their podcast bundle available to anyone in July.
Programs/Content
StoryCorps scales up initiative to bridge political divides
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The One Small Step projects aims to help participants realize that “no matter what side you are on across the political spectrum, most people are just sane, normal human beings and that our neighbors are not our enemies,” says StoryCorps founder and president Dave Isay.
System/Policy
NPR budget boosted by development revenue
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Income from current fiscal year development activities is projected to top 17% over FY23.
People
How these new station leaders are expanding community service while managing change
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Four GMs and CEOs who started in their roles in 2023 discuss their priorities in uncertain times.
People
Vijay Singh to lead Vermont Public
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“I’m thrilled to step into the position of CEO at Vermont Public at this pivotal time for public media and our country.”
People
Stacey Decker to lead Nebraska Public Media
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Decker is currently SVP of innovation and systems strategy at CPB.
People
Clint Schaff takes over as KUAF GM
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Schaff previously led the development of LA Times Studios.
Programs/Content
PRX to distribute special episodes of WABE program
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“Closer Look with Rose Scott” will explore how issues affecting the city of Atlanta play out nationally.
System/Policy
Noncommercial radio news salaries have dropped in big markets, according to RTDNA/Newhouse survey
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The survey of radio news salaries showed a 2.5% decline compared to last year’s survey.
System/Policy
Ted Cruz questions NPR about foundation funding in letter to CEO
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“What precautions does NPR take, if any, to ensure that financial contributions from its donors do not impact its editorial decisions?” Cruz asked.
People
‘On the Media’ adds Micah Loewinger as co-host
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Loewinger was the show’s first-ever reporter.
People
Sarah Gilbert named WAMC/Northeast Public Radio CEO
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Gilbert will begin in the role next month.
System/Policy
Audience losses are compounding for public radio news stations. Now what?
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Programmers are pessimistic that cume ratings can rebound to their pre-pandemic highs, but that doesn’t stop them from trying.
People
Meredith Artley to lead Hawaiʻi Public Radio
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José Fajardo will step down as president and GM July 31.