Author: Tyler Falk
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.Vijay Singh to lead Vermont Public
“I'm thrilled to step into the position of CEO at Vermont Public at this pivotal time for public media and our country.”Stacey Decker to lead Nebraska Public Media
Decker is currently SVP of innovation and systems strategy at CPB.Clint Schaff takes over as KUAF GM
Schaff previously led the development of LA Times Studios.PRX to distribute special episodes of WABE program
“Closer Look with Rose Scott” will explore how issues affecting the city of Atlanta play out nationally.Noncommercial radio news salaries have dropped in big markets, according to RTDNA/Newhouse survey
The survey of radio news salaries showed a 2.5% decline compared to last year's survey.Ted Cruz questions NPR about foundation funding in letter to CEO
“What precautions does NPR take, if any, to ensure that financial contributions from its donors do not impact its editorial decisions?” Cruz ...‘On the Media’ adds Micah Loewinger as co-host
Loewinger was the show's first-ever reporter.Sarah Gilbert named WAMC/Northeast Public Radio CEO
Gilbert will begin in the role next month.Audience losses are compounding for public radio news stations. Now what?
Programmers are pessimistic that cume ratings can rebound to their pre-pandemic highs, but that doesn’t stop them from trying.Meredith Artley to lead Hawaiʻi Public Radio
José Fajardo will step down as president and GM July 31.Press Forward director advises public media on priorities for funding local news
“We don't have room for any more egos,” said Dale Anglin, inaugural director of the $500 million philanthropic initiative.NPR receives $5.5M grant to expand collaborative journalism efforts
The grant will support the creation of an Appalachia newsroom and experiments with short-form video.KUOW GM Caryn Mathes to retire next year
"I want a chance at a different type of life while I still have my health and my wits about me!" Mathes ...Unions call for immediate removal of Chicago Public Media CEO
96% of participating union members voted no confidence in the outgoing CEO.
Current is an editorially independent, nonprofit service of the American University School of Communication. We're funded by your subscriptions, your donations, advertising, and a generous grant from the Wyncote Foundation.