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A reader asks: Why do some states lack statewide public radio networks?
A Virginia producer wonders if states without public media networks are missing an opportunity to connect audience members.After hiatus, Indian Country Today returns with business plan borrowed from pubmedia
The rebooted publication is also seeking to expand its presence within public media by producing a newscast for Native radio stations.Wisconsin Public Radio's 'Earplay': Before the podcast era, a story-focused series with experimental edge
The pioneering series reminds us that public radio stations have always been important spaces for the production of creative sounds.
Detroit's WDET awarded $100,000 to help diversify revenue, audience
The grant from the Democracy Fund supports local content and cultivation of new donors and underwriters.CPB analysis finds smaller stations lagging in revenue growth
“We have to put our heads together and figure out how they can remain sustainable,” said CPB's VP of radio.'The Pub' #113: New WFAE podcast focuses on survivor of sexual assault
Sarah Delia's reporting sent her on a deep dive to find out more about the criminal justice system's handling of sexual assault cases.
Franklin to retire in Connecticut, WAMU adds DCist hires, and more comings and goings
Connecticut Public Board Chair Tom Barnes said Franklin “has played a transformational role in growing and securing the future of this organization.”Digital team narrows search for developer of universal pubmedia sign-in
At the PMBA Conference, KQED Chief Digital Officer Tim Olson discussed plans for a shared digital infrastructure for public media.NPR finds blogs not 'resonating' with readers, shuts down five
Individual stories are pulling more traffic, and a survey had found that readers were unfamiliar with NPR's blogs.Leonard Lopate returns to public radio after WNYC firing
The former WNYC host's new show is on two stations in New York and Connecticut.For third exploration of musical genres, WXPN gets religion
The Philadelphia station's project on gospel music includes a nationally distributed radio documentary and limited-run podcast.Senate confirms nominations of two CPB Board members
The Senate confirmed the nominations of Ruby Calvert and Laura Gore Ross Thursday.PBS, KPBS partner with military-themed film festival for nationwide rollout
The San Diego station will hold the flagship festival, featuring awards and premieres.NPR shares final version of new ‘Morning Edition’ clock
The clock includes a spot for inserting local news that station leaders had requested.As kids’ podcasts gain ground, producers test ideas for live shows
When WBUR hosted its first-ever Podcast Playdate festival, fans lined up to "meet the people behind the voices."
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