System/Policy
FCC chair requests investigation into NPR, PBS underwriting
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In a letter to CEOs of both organizations, Chairman Brendan Carr wrote that some underwriting announcements may “cross the line” into advertising.
LAist expands news coverage through CBS Los Angeles partnership
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The partnership gives LAist access to CBS Los Angeles’ live newscasts, online livestreams and press conference coverage.
Development
This station leader is lapping his colleagues in fundraising
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Gary Sexton, director of broadcasting for Ohio’s WYSU-FM, is running 200 miles this month to bring in donations.
People
Comings and goings: COO leaves Arkansas PBS, jazz bassist named host of NEPM show …
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Eduardo Leon left his position as COO for Arkansas PBS to lead the progressive news network Free Speech TV.
Development
Austin stations receive $1.5 million gift for news and music
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The gift will support news and music services at the station over three years.
Programs/Content
‘Little Bird’ brings unique story of Indigenous identity to PBS
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The six-part drama has a “social consciousness that can really appeal to younger viewers,” says Jessica Turk of Nashville Public Television.
Development
Public media considers next steps to position itself for major news funding
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“Every station has an obligation to ask the question, ‘How can we best approach this opportunity? Who are the right partners to approach this with collaboratively?’” said Nico Leone, CEO of KERA in Dallas.
System/Policy
Six rules for navigating the academic culture as a university-licensed station
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To succeed, you’ll need to learn how to find your way through an unfamiliar maze of bureaucracy.
Programs/Content
Not in Our Town film highlights power of Pittsburgh’s response to 2018 shooting
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“Repairing the World: Stories from the Tree of Life” focuses on what communities can do to eradicate hate and bigotry, says filmmaker Patrice O’Neill.
People
Vermont Public CEO Scott Finn to step down
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Finn previously led Vermont Public Radio before it merged with Vermont PBS.
People
Peter Dominowski to lead the University Station Alliance
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Dominowski previously led Northeast Indiana Public Radio for nearly a decade.
Programs/Content
Current Crossword: ‘Network Connections’
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A familiar broadcaster is hiding in this puzzle’s answers — can you figure it out?