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After funding cuts, WVPB plans to close TV studio
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The West Virginia network estimates it will save $100,000 annually with the shutdown.
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The West Virginia network estimates it will save $100,000 annually with the shutdown.
The station is investigating claims against hosts Leonard Lopate and Jonathan Schwartz.
In an interview on WNYC’s “Brian Lehrer Show,” Walker declined to elaborate on why the station did not renew John Hockenberry’s contract or whether the “Takeaway” host received a severance payment.
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John Hockenberry’s former co-hosts and colleagues have shared stories of hostile behavior and unwanted attention and physical contact.
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The host and producer of the award-winning podcast share tips for framing investigative stories.
A conference session followed up on an at times contentious panel discussion at last year’s event.
The Localore Live initiative will provide eight to 10 microgrants.
The broadcaster aims to reach the entire state with its classical service.
Jarl Mohn also disclosed new incidents of misconduct from NPR’s former news chief.
Meanwhile, CEO Jarl Mohn has told employees he is aiming for a “culture shift” at the network.
Jarl Mohn said NPR is hiring an outside law firm to investigate the network’s handling of sexual harassment allegations against former news VP Michael Oreskes.
CEO Jarl Mohn said he asked NPR’s newsroom leader for his resignation because of his “inappropriate behavior.”
The Washington Post reported that NPR is investigating complaints by two women who allege Oreskes made inappropriate contact with them in the 1990s.
The show is going off the air in part due to funding challenges.
The new version will be available to stations Nov. 13.
The pilot hubs could be in place as early as this year.