Programs/Content
NEPM, Latino Newsletter team up for election-focused media training
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Journalist Julio Ricardo Varela is guiding high school students as they report on the Latino vote in western Massachusetts.
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.”
People
Ann Alquist named executive director and GM for WBHM
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Alquist succeeds Chuck Holmes, who left the station earlier this year to run a nonprofit.
Local that Works
How WFAE transformed in 5 years: a case study
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The station has doubled its content staff, increased its digital traffic sevenfold, attracted new members and grown general revenues.
People
Comings and goings: Amy Wielunski to lead membership for WBEZ, Ashley Alvarado takes new role at KPCC …
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Wielunski previously worked as Chicago Public Media’s director of membership growth and acquisition.
Programs/Content
Public TV hosts ready new shows to meet ‘pent-up passion’ for travel
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Rick Steves, Samantha Brown and others are highlighting global destinations while considering how to keep themselves and their viewers safe.
People
Kim Johnson to retire as GM of PBS12
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Johnson joined the station in 1989 and previously worked as studio supervisor and VP of operations.
System/Policy
CPB analysis finds steep declines in station underwriting, foundation funding
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While income from individual giving grew 5% last fiscal year, stations were hit by losses in all other revenue categories.
People
Jeff Hanks named CEO of Lakeland PBS
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Hanks succeeds Bill Sanford, who announced his retirement last month.
Programs/Content
New England News Collaborative sunsets radio show, refocuses strategy
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The collaborative ended its show “Next” last month to focus on new priorities.
System/Policy
Fear, personal interests often hinder station mergers
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Consultant and former pubmedia executive David Brugger discusses the complications that can doom potential deals.
System/Policy
WYPR plans to purchase Towson University station
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The stations expect the deal to close in August.