System/Policy
CapRadio alleges theft in lawsuit against former GM Jun Reina
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The lawsuit against Reina and other unknown defendants seeks at least $900,000 in damages.
GBH, community group reach tentative agreement on sale of CAI home
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The Woods Hole Community Association plans to close on the GBH-owned building Thursday.
System/Policy
State House passes Arkansas PBS appropriation after three votes for second consecutive fiscal session
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The Arkansas House of Representatives passed Arkansas PBS’ appropriations bill Wednesday after two failed attempts for the second consecutive fiscal session.
System/Policy
Seattle’s KUOW lays off eight employees
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The radio station will also leave three open positions unfilled and save $1 million by ending its RadioActive Youth Media program.
Programs/Content
Current Crossword: ‘Launch Party’
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Our latest crossword takes inspiration from an annual public media event.
Obituaries
George Dooley, founding CEO of South Florida PBS, dies at 91
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It is with profound sadness that South Florida PBS announces the passing of founding CEO George Dooley, who died Thursday at the age of 91.
System/Policy
How Cheryl Devall looks to build on ‘beautiful structure’ of KRVS
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“I love that we don’t sound like any other NPR affiliate,” says Devall, a former NPR journalist who began managing the station in Lafayette, La., in 2022.
Development
You can buy Sarah Silverman’s dress in a New Hampshire PBS auction
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The actress and comedian has worn the outfit at star-studded events. Apparently, she’s even ripped it.
Programs/Content
Black Public Media awards $610,000 to filmmakers, honors Sam Pollard with Trailblazer Award
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The grants were announced at the 2024 PitchBLACK Forum in New York.
Featured in Category
Comings and goings: CPB hires director of radio investments, WEDU appoints COO …
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Chad Lampe left PRX to become director of radio investments for CPB.
System/Policy
Budget committee rejects proposal to reduce Arkansas PBS’ spending authority
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The network has faced questions from lawmakers over questionable spending practices found in a 2022 audit.
Programs/Content
How public radio can serve listeners from across the political spectrum
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Public radio has become “too predictable and a bit boring,” writes Jack Mitchell, a founding producer of “All Things Considered.” “Fix that by letting ideas clash. Generate light with some heat.”