System/Policy
What public radio can learn from pro wrestling’s loyal fan base
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“Sometimes, the most valuable insights come from looking beyond our immediate environment.”
Blue Ridge Public Radio adapts to needs of region ravaged by Helene
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After the hurricane wiped out infrastructure across western North Carolina, BPR focused on basic information, such as road outages and where to get drinking water.
System/Policy
College approves sale of Alabama radio station
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The college is reportedly negotiating with a religious broadcaster.
Programs/Content
Through podcasts, kids’ shows also get more airtime on old-school radio
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Podcasts give creators of kids’ shows more freedom, but finding ways to play to radio’s strengths can help them reach more listeners.
System/Policy
KJZZ executive demoted following investigation of staff complaints
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A report found that Associate GM of News Mark Moran drove employees after drinking, kissed a former intern and made remarks perceived by staff as sexist and inappropriate.
System/Policy
Letter from the executive director: Announcing ‘Local that Works’ finalists
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Our panel of judges selected four projects that they believe deserve wider attention and adoption within public media.
Programs/Content
‘Amanpour & Company’ sharpens focus on timely topics, guests chosen for PBS late-night viewers
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With a stable of correspondents and producers from WNET and CNN, the hourlong show aims to deliver “mind-expanding” interviews for American audiences.
WOSU Public Media receives $5 million gift
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Two longtime donors committed the funds as the public broadcaster prepares for the public phase of a capital campaign.
People
Mayor takes on expanded oversight of NPR operations, leadership
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Under the restructuring, CEO Jarl Mohn is turning his focus to fundraising and the “visibility” of NPR content.
People
APT hires Halford from PBS, NPR Board elects members and other comings and goings
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Shawn Halford spent 21 years as senior director of programming and scheduling of PBS’ National Program Service.
Programs/Content
Revamped Detroit news show looks to community to set agenda
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With “One Detroit,” Detroit Public Television is taking longtime hosts out of the studio and into the middle of local conversations.
NPR
NPR inquiry into former freelancer’s work finds more recycled clips
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In reports filed for NPR newscasts from 2011-2018, Danielle Karson reused interviews in at least 157 stories, according to newsroom leaders.