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Jay Kernis’ 2006 advice to NPR: “I want the air to sing”
A reminder about the fundamentals of public radio from NPR's former senior v.p. of programming.Sesame Workshop–HBO deal sparks soul-searching among public broadcasters
“It seems to me there is something depressing about all this,” lamented PBS’s ombudsman.Houston Public Media aims to sell classical FM station
The broadcaster acquired the signal for $9.6 million in 2011.
NPR to Pentagon: War manual encroaches on ‘basic press freedoms’
NPR is concerned that language in the manual could put its international journalists at risk.'Snap Judgment' host welcomes creative freedom of WNYC deal
Starting Oct. 1, WNYC will sell the show’s podcast ads.CPB-backed training aims to diversify ranks of programming leaders
The project is supported by a $939,000 grant from CPB.
As it follows new “playbook,” Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network trims budget, adds execs
“We may fail greatly or achieve something great,” says CPBN's c.o.o., “but either way, we’re going to try.”‘The Pub’ #32: The future of children’s public television
Thoughts on the Sesame Street news, and an encore interview with PBS Vice President for Children’s Programming Linda Simensky.WNYC to co-produce ‘Snap Judgment’
NPR will continue to distribute the radio show to stations.For stations, ramping up digital revenue demands solid strategic foundation
Here’s a surprise to absolutely no one who works in media: The subject of digital revenue is prickly.John Sutton and Adam Davidson debate the future of public radio
A segment on our podcast touched off this in-depth exchange between the audience researcher and the Planet Money co-founder.Why chamber music deserves a place on classical playlists
Some selections that argue for more frequent airplay.T-Mobile supports FM radio in phones
Another wireless carrier is on board with activating FM radio in smartphones.How Connecticut’s largest public media outlet worked with IDEO to reimagine its future
Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network takes a page from human-centered design to build a playbook to transform its programming, education programs, and fundraising.Sesame Workshop hires three executives, Met Opera radio gets a new voice, and other comings and goings in public media
Mary Jo Heath is only the fourth host of the Metropolitan Opera radio broadcast since 1931.
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