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.
People
Chris Bolt named GM of WAER
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Bolt has worked as the station’s director of news and public affairs since 1995.
System/Policy
CPB grant supports increased security for NPR staff in Ukraine
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NPR began rotating hosts and other staffers from its newsmagazines and international desk through Ukraine in January.
System/Policy
Board of regents approves Iowa Public Radio ownership transfer
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“It’s extraordinarily complex, but we’re finally getting there,” said Michael Richards, board president.
Programs/Content
More than just ‘the song and dance app’: Public media stations leverage new audiences on TikTok
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Stations are using TikTok to connect with local audiences and expand their reach to younger viewers.
People
KTNA taps brewer as new GM
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Brian Robison has worked at Denali Brewing Co. for the last decade.
Diversity in Public Media
Reset of DEI work at WNET quiets discord but hasn’t healed all rifts
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The end of an employee council focused on DEI issues has lessened friction within the station. But former members say areas such as pay transparency haven’t been addressed.
Programs/Content
CPB grant kickstarts second ‘1A’ collaborative project
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“We’re trying to get inside the minds of most Americans in terms of how they now view the systems that return a democratically elected government.”
Diversity in Public Media
Stations encounter burnout, frustration in ‘long game’ of advancing DEI goals
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Stations that signed on to the Public Media for All campaign have made progress in DEI work, but not without tackling internal challenges.
People
Comings and goings: SVP leaving CPB for university role, deputy general counsel leaves NPR …
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Stephanie Aaronson will be deputy VP of communications and mass media for George Mason University.