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Podcasts vs. broadcasts: an iTunes Top 200 battle
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We data-dive into the iTunes Top Podcasts, pitting podcasters vs. broadcasters and pubcasters vs. their commercial colleagues.
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Outgoing host O’Riley: ‘I am ‘From the Top’’
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Citing a need to “adapt to the changing media landscape,” the public radio show focused on young classical performers will feature a series of guest hosts in place of Christopher O’Riley.
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Local That Works at the 2018 PMDMC
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Looking for some inspiration to apply for this year’s Local That Works contest? Hear from these stations at the Public Media Development and Marketing Conference.
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In countersuit, WGBH disputes claims of trademark infringement over woodworking show
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WGBH says that the former host of Rough Cut: Woodworking with Tommy Mac is attempting to “improperly interfere with WGBH’s rights.”
"The Pub" Podcast
‘The Pub’ #113: As we sign off, lessons from someone who’s been there
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On the last episode of “The Pub,” we talk with Lauren Ober of WAMU’s “The Big Listen” about the end of her show.
"The Pub" Podcast
After 113 episodes, it’s the last round for our podcast ‘The Pub’
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We’re sad to see it go, but we’ve been unable to make it financially sustainable.
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Pittsburgh artists celebrate ‘a beautiful day’ in WQED’s Fred Rogers music project
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So far, five tunes, in genres from hip-hop to lullaby, are featured online as “The Sweater Sessions.”
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Hallmark to air White House event opposite PBS’ ‘A Capitol Fourth’
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The National Park Service, a sponsor of PBS’ live broadcast, has partnered with the cable network to produce the special.
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AIR selects five teams to produce live events
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Three of the five Localore Live grantees will partner with NPR member stations.
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Case of woodworker vs. WGBH moves to pretrial mediation
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Former host Thomas MacDonald is suing WGBH, alleging trademark infringement.
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PBS’ updated editorial standards address inclusivity, social media use
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The standards define inclusive content as reflecting “views from different backgrounds, such as geographic areas, ethnicities, genders, age groups, religious beliefs, political viewpoints and income levels.”
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Vermont’s TV, radio networks team up for ‘News Minute’
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The collaboration between Vermont PBS and Vermont Public Radio could evolve into a broader partnership.
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PBS and stations working on first ‘skinny bundle’ OTT agreement
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The over-the-top streaming deal could come within the next six months.
About Current
New history of public broadcasting to include expanded coverage of podcasts, digital media
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Current is happy to announce an update of our book A History of Public Broadcasting, with a projected publication date of 2021.
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Public TV stations can air latest ‘Doc Martin’ season in January
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As part of the agreement, episodes must carry two 15-second Acorn TV branding spots.
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After hiatus, Indian Country Today returns with business plan borrowed from pubmedia
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The rebooted publication is also seeking to expand its presence within public media by producing a newscast for Native radio stations.
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Wisconsin Public Radio’s ‘Earplay’: Before the podcast era, a story-focused series with experimental edge
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The pioneering series reminds us that public radio stations have always been important spaces for the production of creative sounds.
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For third exploration of musical genres, WXPN gets religion
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The Philadelphia station’s project on gospel music includes a nationally distributed radio documentary and limited-run podcast.
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NPR shares final version of new ‘Morning Edition’ clock
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The clock includes a spot for inserting local news that station leaders had requested.
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As kids’ podcasts gain ground, producers test ideas for live shows
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When WBUR hosted its first-ever Podcast Playdate festival, fans lined up to “meet the people behind the voices.”