People
NPR names next ‘TED Radio Hour’ host
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Manoush Zomorodi also hosts the WNYC Studios podcast “Note to Self.”
System/Policy
PRX drops PRI from branding
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The organization had previously used dual branding with PRI and PRX.
System/Policy
FCC proposal to end Channel 6 protections draws conflicting responses from NPR, KKJZ
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In comments filed this month, the California station raised concerns about TV channels interfering with radio broadcasts.
System/Policy
WNET plans to buy Long Island radio station
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WPPB would be WNET’s first radio station.
Tech
To help confused users, NPR will consolidate its two apps into one
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“We realized that we basically had created arbitrary lines in our apps based upon how NPR was structured,” said NPR’s Kerry Lenahan.
Programs/Content
WDET audio and photography storytelling project wins this year’s Local That Works award
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The Detroit station’s “Framed” series aims to “reflect the lives of the people we’re here to serve.”
System/Policy
Virginia’s WVTF strengthens coverage of Richmond area
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WVTF’s licensee has purchased a new station from a religious broadcaster.
System/Policy
Issues of pay, communication fuel growth of unions in public radio
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Station staffers who have joined unions help answer a reader’s question about why the trend is growing.